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As a child, Miranda endured experimental surgery in Moscow, and recovering from the trauma took decades
When Miranda Jakich was 14, her father left her alone in a Russian hospital to have experimental surgery. What she experienced was so traumatic it shaped the rest of her life. ⌘ Read more
Former NT police officer Zachary Rolfe to begin five days of questioning in Kumanjayi Walker shooting inquest
More than a year after he was first called to give evidence, Zachary Rolfe is about to take the stand at coronial inquest into the 2019 police shooting of Kumanjayi Walker. ⌘ Read more
Queensland has no federal independents, but could a new campaign change everything?**
A small grassroots movement says it hopes to win a beachside federal seat from the major parties for only the second time in 40 years. ⌘ Read more
Trump's chased away all his Republican rivals — except one. Her plan is different
By staying in a race she has little chance of winning, Nikki Haley is doing something very unusual in American politics, but with the leading Republican candidate Donald Trump facing more than 90 criminal charges, these are unusual times, writes Barbara Miller. ⌘ Read more
Police search for dead couple moves to remote area south-west of Sydney
The area being searched for the bodies of Luke Davies and Jesse Baird is hundreds of kilometres away from the initial search locations in Sydney and Newcastle. ⌘ Read more
Auditor raised warning about 'non-compliant' mulch testing near asbestos-contaminated parklands
More than a month before asbestos was first detected near the Rozelle Interchange, an auditor warned that testing on some mulch at another site just metres away was "non-compliant". ⌘ Read more
Sally never gave written consent to be involved in a human trial for hernia mesh. A surgeon used her anyway
A prominent Brisbane surgeon used a woman in a human trial without her written consent while operating on a hernia that may have never existed, medical board documents reveal. ⌘ Read more
These women waited for hours to have their say on youth crime, but didn't get the chance to speak
Having lived alongside families impacted by youth crime, Corina James and Roslyn Von Senden were eager to share their perspective with a government inquiry visiting Mount Isa. But their voices weren't heard, leaving them disillusioned and calling for change. ⌘ Read more
Five quick hits — SPP in MRO strife, 'Northball' and some rising stars headline AFL scratch matches
In our first look at semi-competitive footy for the year, we saw the league's concussion crackdown put to an early test, North Melbourne unleash their new brand of attacking footy and some bright signs from draftees. Here are five quick hits from the weekend's match sims. ⌘ Read more
Catastrophic fire danger looms in Victoria as bushfire continues to burn
Heartbreak and miraculous saves take place in western Victoria as a huge fire roars through 17,000 hectares. ⌘ Read more
Taylor Swift was a victim of deepfake pornography, but cybercrime experts say she is far from alone
It isn't just celebrities who are being victimised with "deepfake" explicit images — cybercrime experts say others, including children and teenagers, are increasingly being targeted too. ⌘ Read more
Australian driving instructor wanted by Rwandan authorities for alleged involvement in genocide
A Four Corners and Guardian Australia investigation identifies two men wanted by Rwandan authorities. ⌘ Read more
Beijing implements law targeting Chinese people living overseas
For the past three decades, China has been implementing a nationwide patriotic education campaign in schools, hoping young people will embrace values endorsed by the Chinese Communist Party. To further enforce the scheme, Beijing enforced a new law in January targeting not just young people in China but also those living overseas. How will it work in Australia? ⌘ Read more
When Mechelle's son Cassius Turvey died after an alleged attack she chose empathy
Mechelle Turvey went through the worst thing a mother can endure. When the senseless death of her 15-year-old son Cassius Turvey ignited fury across the nation, she instead called for peace and unity. ⌘ Read more
Voyages scrapped as funding shortfall impacts Australia’s state-of-the-art marine research ship
The RV Investigator allows scientists to monitor climate change, map the sea floor and discover new marine species. But a $34 million funding shortfall will see its research operations slashed by a third in the coming years. ⌘ Read more
Right-wing lobby group Advance is back in Dunkley, as audacious as ever
Strategists on the progressive side of politics are becoming increasingly anxious about the role right-wing lobby group Advance could play in future elections — starting with this weekend's by-election in Dunkley, writes Patricia Karvelas. ⌘ Read more
Is it overtime or overwork? How to tell if your work hours are reasonable — and if you should get extra paid for it
Overtime is an increasingly vexed issue with some workers pushed to the brink by unreasonable unpaid work. But how many additional hours are too many? When should employees be paid for extra work? ⌘ Read more
Leon Fink paid premiums for years. When COVID lockdowns shuttered his business, his insurer refused his claim
Leon Fink wants the multi-billion-dollar general insurance industry to be held accountable for its brutal treatment of businesses during COVID-19 lockdowns, writes Adele Ferguson. ⌘ Read more
Ukraine's defence minister says delays in promised Western military aid cost lives
The defence minister of Ukraine says half of promised Western military support to the country fails to arrive on time, ultimately costing the lives of its soldiers. ⌘ Read more
Man dies off Sunshine Coast beach while swimming with daughter
A man believed to be in his 60s dies after becoming distressed while swimming with his daughter on an unpatrolled beached at North Mudjimba, the second drowning on the Sunshine Coast in the past week. ⌘ Read more
WA creates history with one-day three-peat after defeating NSW in final
Hilton Cartwright and Joel Paris power Western Australia to a five-wicket win over NSW in the one-day cup final, securing a historic third straight title. ⌘ Read more
Jordan Thompson wins first ATP Tour title, defeating Ruud in Mexico final
After 11 years, Jordan Thompson wins his first ATP Tour title with a straight-sets victory over  Casper Ruud to lift the trophy in Los Cabos, Mexico. ⌘ Read more
Drought-breaking for some, heart-breaking for others: Tropical low hits WA coast, bringing heavy rain
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Lincoln crossed the WA coast at the town of Carnarvon, delivering rain to a region that's dealt with successive heatwaves, but also damaging crops. ⌘ Read more
'Mega project': Biggest passenger rail line announced for Queensland
A long-awaited rail line connecting the Sunshine Coast, Moreton Bay and Brisbane is a step closer to construction after the Queensland government has committed almost $3 billion towards the first stage of the project. ⌘ Read more
SA government signs hydrogen deal with Whyalla steelworks in move away from coal
The South Australian government has signed an agreement to sell hydrogen to a company that owns the Whyalla steelworks in the state's Upper Spencer Gulf. ⌘ Read more
Ship searching for sunken containers stumbles upon 120-year-old shipwreck
The discovery of a ship lost off Wollongong 120 years ago sparks calls for relatives of those lost to come forward. ⌘ Read more
We looked at 700 plant-based foods to see how healthy they really are. Here’s what we found
If you're thinking about buying plant-based foods there are plant-based burgers, sausages and mince. The fridges are loaded with non-dairy milk, cheese and yoghurt. Then there are the tins of beans and packets of tofu. But how much is actually healthy? ⌘ Read more
Four motorists, baby, two first responders involved in Ipswich car accident
Multiple patients and two first responders have been injured after a cattle truck and two cars collided in a firey crash south of Brisbane. ⌘ Read more
Australia completes T20 series sweep of New Zealand in rain-shortened game three
Australia endures three rain delays on its way to a clean sweep of its T20I series with New Zealand, posting a 27-run win in Auckland. ⌘ Read more
NSW Police 'working around the clock' to find answers over alleged murders of Jesse Baird and Luke Davies
Detectives this morning returned to the Sydney home of Jesse Baird with Commissioner Karen Webb calling for patience as police determine what happened to Mr Baird and his partner Luke Davies. ⌘ Read more
More 'rich' households are renting, and low-income renters are struggling to compete
As more high-income households have shifted into the private rental market, low-income renters are struggling to complete and many are retreating into informal living arrangements, Gareth Hutchens writes. ⌘ Read more
'The world is on fire': Trump crushed his rival Haley again, but she's vowed to keep fighting
Seconds after polls closed, Donald Trump was declared victorious in Nikki Haley's home state – shattering the prospects of his only remaining rival. But she's not giving up yet. ⌘ Read more
'Horrified' Olympic great Kieran Perkins condemns equestrian's mankini incident
Australian Sports Commission chief executive Kieran Perkins finds no humour in the sight of three-time Olympic equestrian Shane Rose appearing in a mankini, describing the incident as setting a poor example. ⌘ Read more
Social pages can be a vital community voice, but their toxic tendencies are a moderation risk
Community Facebook page administrators have the same responsibilities as traditional media, but moderators may not have the background to understand everything that comes with it and also face increasing pressure to ward off scammers. ⌘ Read more
Governmment taps senior military figure as new cyber security coordinator
The federal government taps a 30-year veteran of the Australian military to be the next national cyber security coordinator. ⌘ Read more
In Darwin, esports and tech take over the city's oldest pub
Modern gaming finds an unlikely home in the Top End, with Darwin's most storied pub in the heart of the city becoming a new esports and technology centre. ⌘ Read more
Germans measuring cloud chemistry high above Australia in flying 'HALO' laboratory
A team of German scientists have spent 150 hours flying up to 15 kilometres above sea level in a modified plane packed with research instruments in an ongoing project to help refine climate modelling. ⌘ Read more
Screen Actors Guild red carpet: Timeless in black and cheeky sheers, here are some iconic looks
The SAG awards usually offer up a blend of looks that are bold, but more elegant than the wackiness we saw on the Grammys red carpet. Here are some of the looks we've seen so far. ⌘ Read more
About 1 million hazelnut trees are being turned into wood chips, but chocolate giant Ferrero says it's not all bad news
Ferrero Group, which makes the popular the Nutella spread, defends its withdrawal from a decade-long hazelnut farming endeavour in the New South Wales Riverina region, citing challenging weather conditions and disappointing yields. ⌘ Read more
From Melbourne to Saudi Arabia, this family with the 'best job ever' travels the world flying giant kites
The Baker family's passion for kites — and their son's talent for making them — gives them access to a global community with a shared interest that transcends culture and language barriers. ⌘ Read more
Arborists branch out to speed climbing in Tasmanian tree scaling championship
Speed climbing, throw lining and rescue climbing among the canopies of Tasmania's oldest city trees will spotlight the work of arborists over this weekend's state competition. ⌘ Read more
'I'm so sorry': Top cop apologises to families of gay hate victims after damning report
NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb says families have been "failed" after an inquiry investigated the suspicious deaths or unsolved murders — potentially motivated by gay hate bias. ⌘ Read more
SAG awards winners list: Can Barbie avenge its Oscars snubs?**
The Screen Actors Guild awards are underway. Here's the full list of winners. ⌘ Read more
The push to get goat meat into more Aussie restaurants
Australia is the largest exporter of goats in the world, but the meat and livestock industry also wants to see the protein find a place on more domestic restaurant menus. ⌘ Read more
A Top End coastal reserve is set to become a national park, but not everyone is pleased
The NT government is starting the process of turning a beloved Top End coastal reserve into a national park, but the protected land won't include the controversial Defence Housing Australia development next door. ⌘ Read more
US and British forces carry out additional strikes against Houthis in Yemen
In a joint statement, the allies say the strikes, with Australia's support, were against 18 Houthi targets across eight locations in Yemen, including underground weapons and missile storage facilities, air defence systems, radars and a helicopter. ⌘ Read more
Mercury, money laundering, drugs and 'all manner of stupid' puts outback locals on edge
After detectives smashed an alleged backyard smelting operation, and a local primary school was closed due to contamination, the potential issues are front of mind for people in Kalgoorlie. ⌘ Read more
The Independent Spirit Awards is the most entertaining ceremony you've never heard of
From Andy Samberg predicting the megastars of tomorrow to Adam Sandler's killer acceptance speech, the Independent Spirit Awards has always churned out gold. ⌘ Read more
'A total disaster': The challenges athletes face when using hormonal contraceptives
Female athletes are more likely to use some form of hormonal contraceptives, but they don't know much about them or the menstrual cycle and it is affecting their performance and health. ⌘ Read more
As gas shortage fears grow, is energy giant Woodside on a collision course with WA government?**
With energy prices skyrocketing, Western Australia's policy to keep gas for the domestic market is the envy of the nation. But as demand outgrows supply, the spotlight is on the tension between the companies that develop Australia's finite resources and the states — on behalf of the public — that own them. ⌘ Read more
A victim of depression-era gang violence, Jean Morris's body lays in an unmarked grave
When he was 22, Henry Petersen read the story of an unsolved 1930s era murder in his hometown. Now he wants to ensure the victim, a 19-year-old sex worker, is not forgotten. ⌘ Read more
Think Taylor Swift can draw a crowd? The numbers pale in comparison to Billy Graham's 1959 Australian tour
Gail's granddaughter is joining 600,000 others seeing Taylor Swift this week. Not to brag, but Gail also remembers Billy Graham's crusade 65 years ago where he spoke to an audience totalling 3 million — nearly a third of Australia's population at the time. ⌘ Read more
Security guard dies after alleged assault at Sydney pub
Emergency services were called to the Royal Hotel in Sutherland after reports a security guard had been assaulted. The man died at the scene after being treated by paramedics. ⌘ Read more
Australian tourist goes missing in Zimbabwean national park
Zimbabwean officials say the 67-year-old has been missing since Friday, and a search is underway. ⌘ Read more
Psychologists, key staff quit as The Hobart Clinic slashes mental health services
A move by southern Tasmania's last-remaining private mental health clinic to use a 'visiting medical officer psychiatry model' has some providers concerned about the level of care being offered to patients. ⌘ Read more
Tantric sex, cuddle therapy, ice baths: 'Wellness' is a broad church, so how do you find something that actually works?**
Journalist Jenny Valentish decided to try a different wellness practice each week in order to discover which ones actually work. ⌘ Read more
MS hasn't stopped Kate modelling but she still questions fashion's disability 'ethos'
A group of aspiring models from across Australia are forging new social connections and tapping into confidence through fashion. But there's still plenty more "exposure" needed for models living with a disability. ⌘ Read more
As Samantha Murphy's disappearance enters fourth week, Ballarat residents continue search
While police hold little hope that 51-year-old mother of three Samantha Murphy will be found alive, dozens of volunteers are trying to help authorities bring answers to her family. ⌘ Read more
Tasmania claims third straight WNCL title with victory over Queensland
Tasmania scores a hat-trick of WNCL crowns, with Nicola Carey's unbeaten century lifting the Tigers to a six-wicket win over Queensland in the final. ⌘ Read more
Vintage rocking horses can fetch big bucks as demand for the antiques lives on
In the niche world of enthusiasts, the shape of a rocking horse's legs and how detailed the carving is can determine if it's worth hundreds or even tens of thousands of dollars. ⌘ Read more
Charlotte's new apartment was a safety net when she needed it — then the mould issues started
As soaring rents and slimming vacancy rates price renters out of the private rental market, advocates claim Victoria's social housing sector is buckling under strain. ⌘ Read more
New data suggests it's getting harder to find GPs that bulk-bill — but there's more to the picture
New data suggests that adults without concession cards might be finding it harder to find a GP that bulk-bills — but that's only one part of the picture. ⌘ Read more
Do you like your Sunday coffee with a side of shame? I've got the quiz for you
I s'pose you think you'll get these trivia questions right — for a change. Well, let's see about that. ⌘ Read more
'No safe places' left in Gaza as Zyara family try to protect their children in Rafah
Former Middle East correspondent Nicole Johnston says she struggles to find the right words to reply with when friends in Gaza message her with updates from the war. ⌘ Read more
Climate change is consuming the beach on this remote island. It's devastating for turtle nesting
North and South Goulburn Island are two of Australia's most untouched nesting and foraging areas for endangered green turtles and critically endangered hawksbill turtles. But as climate change causes the sea level to rise, erosion is consuming the beach. ⌘ Read more
Body of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny given to his mother, aide says
The body of Mr Navalny, who died suddenly last week, is returned after continued efforts by his family and supporters. ⌘ Read more
A koala rescued from Victoria's recent fires points to a growing national challenge
As Victorian fires produce fresh reminders of the threat posed to wildlife, rescuers say not enough is being done to identify threatened species before big fires begin. ⌘ Read more
Matildas focused on improvement in return clash with Uzbekistan
Despite a convincing 3-0 scoreline, the victorious Matildas feel they wasted several chances on goal in their Olympic qualifier against Uzbekistan in Tashkent. ⌘ Read more
Quoting the Bible and 'misrepresenting' Australian guidelines, a US court ruling has caused IVF chaos
When a hospital patient wandered into a US fertility clinic and destroyed frozen embryos, they caused a chain of events that led to a major court ruling. It's left the IVF sector reeling, and patients in limbo. ⌘ Read more
Terrifying late-night axe attack on traveller seeking shelter from the storm
Police are investigating after Sam Entwistle says his LandCruiser was rammed by a man who attacked him with an axe on a remote WA highway before vanishing into the night. ⌘ Read more
Jai was celebrating his big brother's 18th birthday, the next day he was in a coma
Two years ago, 16-year-old Dhungutti boy Jai Kalani Wright died after a collision with an unmarked police car. A NSW police officer is now facing criminal charges. Jai's family is determined to seek out the truth. ⌘ Read more
Woolworths' new 'good cop' faces public trust challenge amid CEO transition and multiple inquiries
Woolworths' new boss Amanda Bardwell faces an uphill battle to win back public trust when she steps into the role, experts say. ⌘ Read more
Sick of being 'failed' by transport, people with disability are taking matters into their own hands
For people with disability, it doesn’t matter what condition you have, where you live, or what mode of transport you take, getting from A to B is much harder than it needs to be, write Evan Young and Nas Campanella. ⌘ Read more
Long awaited report recommends sweeping changes to tertiary education
Universities could soon be facing major funding changes as the biggest review of the sector in decades calls for a radical reshaping of the tertiary education sector. ⌘ Read more
Man vanishes after allegedly pocketing about $500,000 in cryptocurrency account error
A Mildura man has allegedly pocketed hundreds of thousands of dollars after a cryptocurrency trading platform accidentally added an extra zero to the funds in his account. ⌘ Read more
When is a 'bad feeling' actually bad news? Psychologists say not everything is a coincidence
Less than an hour after Isla left a Mumbai cafe, it became a terrorist target. Did her intuition save her, and should we always trust that "sixth sense"? ⌘ Read more
Roads cut and residents isolated after more than 300mm hammers north Queensland
Residents in Tully are isolated by flood waters after 400 millimetres fell on the town, and the Bureau of Meteorology is warning there may be more to come as far south as Bundaberg. ⌘ Read more
Live: Matildas take on Uzbekistan in Olympic qualifying play-off in Tashkent
Australia is just two games away from qualifying for the 2024 Paris Olympics, but beating emerging football nation Uzbekistan could be a trickier task than it expects. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
'Extreme' weather conditions force organisers to abandon Rottnest Channel Swim part way through event
Thousands of people taking part in the almost 20-kilometre Rottnest Channel Swim are told to get out of the water after "extreme" weather conditions forced organisers to abandon the event. ⌘ Read more
Hundreds remember Olympian Melissa Hoskins in Adelaide memorial service
On the day world champion cyclist Melissa Hoskins would have been celebrating her 33rd birthday, her family and friends were honouring her life at a memorial service. ⌘ Read more
Police divers scour Newcastle waterway amid ongoing search for bodies of alleged murder victims
A section of a street in Lambton remains taped off as two divers on hands and knees search a nearby waterway for the bodies of Luke Davies and Jesse Baird, who were last seen on Sunday. ⌘ Read more
Colombia to start recovering bounty from 18th-century shipwreck
Colombia's government says it will remove items of "incalculable value" from the San Jose galleon, which was laden with gold, silver and emeralds when it sank in 1708. ⌘ Read more
Aussie F1 duo pleased with performance ahead of new season
Australia's two Formula 1 drivers both say their cars are showing the pace they expect ahead of the season opener next weekend. ⌘ Read more
Former NRA boss ordered to pay back $6.7 million to organisation
A US court hears the former NRA boss used the money to fund an extravagant lifestyle that included travelling overseas and buying superyachts. ⌘ Read more
From sourdough to sweet treats, these dishes have one key ingredient in common — buffalo milk
A head chef in the Sunshine Coast hinterland has made 10 dishes out of buffalo milk or meat to demonstrate the versatility of the produce. ⌘ Read more
Patients missing appointments, pleading for bulk-billing as cost-of-living pressures make health care a luxury
Trips to the GP and prescription medications are among the healthcare essentials many Australians say they can no longer afford. ⌘ Read more
Ballarat community members renew bushland search for Samantha Murphy
Devoted friends of missing Ballarat woman Samantha Murphy begin organised another search for her through thick bushland. ⌘ Read more
Aerosmith's Steven Tyler has 1975 sexual assault allegation dismissed
A US judge dismisses the case against Steven Tyler, frontman of the American rock band Aerosmith, saying the plaintiff "waited too long to sue". ⌘ Read more
Bathurst 500 returns to Mount Panorama-Wahluu, but will it be back in 2025?**
Record crowds have descended on Bathurst for the 500. Drivers are hoping the race becomes a permanent fixture on the calendar as part of plans to expand racing at Mount Panorama-Wahluu. ⌘ Read more
This aviation company says there's a simple solution to the nation's trade shortages — the other half
As industries across Australia try to solve staff and trainee shortages, an aviation company has started targeting half the nation's population. ⌘ Read more
Saying 'I do' rain, hail or shine. Meet the couple who refused to let a cyclone ruin their day
As locals in Western Australia's north bunkered down for gale force winds and torrential rain, Exmouth sweethearts Linda McMillen and Terry Curtis refused to let mother nature get in the way of their wedding. ⌘ Read more
Have you travelled abroad solo as a woman? Tell us your story
We want to hear about the positive and negative experiences you encountered as a solo female traveller and what made you embark on the journey in the first place. ⌘ Read more
Fans from across the globe flock to Perth for WWE wrestling superstars
Thousands of fans, some who've travelled across the world, are eagerly anticipating the first World Wrestling Entertainment event in Perth since 2018. ⌘ Read more
This boat was made from the same steel as Nazi U-boats. It could highlight a sustainable new future for live music
Musicians Grey Filastine and Nova Ruth have lived and performed on the 70-tonne steel schooner, the Arka Kinari since 2019. ⌘ Read more
'Absolutely ridiculous': NT Police sergeant questioned over Zachary Rolfe texts, in police shooting inquest
The Northern Territory coroner has heard former constable Zachary Rolfe texted another person about "smashing" a remote community, with a colleague saying he likely meant police had "achieved their goal" and "upheld the law". ⌘ Read more
Uncle Cedric was told to 'pack a bag and get out of here' in the '50s. Now the land where he lived is finally being restored
The Dunghutti people were forcibly removed when sand mining came to Crescent Head, but the site was later abandoned. After fighting for more than a decade to have area cleaned up, work is set to begin. ⌘ Read more
Without a loved one to bury them, the dead are laid to rest at this volunteer-run cemetery
Each year, hundreds of people who "fall through the cracks" are buried in country Victoria by volunteers who never knew them. ⌘ Read more
Surfing Mums helps new parents stay in the water while still looking after their kids
Access to childcare is one of the biggest barriers to keeping parents, especially women, involved in sport. Surfing Mums is changing that. ⌘ Read more
Eight months out from the Queensland election Labor's departure lounge is filling up
Ministerial resignations can spark questions of "rats fleeing a sinking ship", but aren't that surprising at this stage in the election cycle. ⌘ Read more
Balancing a mother's right to privacy and the public's right to know in a period of intense trauma
Reporters Charlotte King and Andy Burns detail the work that went into their investigation into freebirth in Australia. ⌘ Read more