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Paid parking has always been controversial, but experts argue it's an absolute necessity
Nobody enjoys feeding the meter or getting a ticket when they've overstayed, but experts argue city CBDs and shopping districts would be much worse places without paid parking. ⌘ Read more
Most of the residents at this caravan park in regional Victoria are single women aged over 55
An ageing generation of single women who have raised children, and are often well-educated with careers and middle-class backgrounds, are becoming permanent residents of caravan parks amid the housing crisis. ⌘ Read more
De Minaur delivers one of the best performances of his career to reach French Open last-16
Alex de Minaur survives a battle with the weather and a big-hitting German to make it through to the last 16 of the French Open. ⌘ Read more
Decapitated but still dangerous: How a dead snake can still cause a lethal 'bite'
A snake doesn't have to be alive to bite and kill you. So how can this be, and how long can they remain dangerous after they've wriggled off this mortal coil? ⌘ Read more
Léa Seydoux dazzles in The Beast, which captures the strangeness of watching AI's unstoppable expansion
This era-hopping sci-fi romance starring Léa Seydoux takes inspiration from a Henry James novella and turns it into a head-spinning, two-and-a-half-hour odyssey. ⌘ Read more
Survivors of Papua New Guinea landslide say they heard two large cracks before mountainside fell on village
Survivors of a colossal landslide in Papua New Guinea's highlands have spoken about the warning signs they noticed hours before it flattened a village, killing upwards of 160 people. ⌘ Read more
Tiktok sommeliers and Keira Knightley articles: how the online wine culture is shifting
Amid stories of doom and gloom in the local wine industry, an "exciting" cultural shift is taking place on and offline in how wine is being consumed and talked about. ⌘ Read more
Fancy yourself a trivia buff? Let's see about that. It's time to play, HARD!
Oh, you're back? Something to prove after last week's effort? Let's see what you've got. ⌘ Read more
Gillian and Adrian became best friends as adults after discovering their uncannily similar upbringing
Gillian and Adrian never knew each other growing up in Sydney's Northern beaches in the 70s, but their uncannily similar backgrounds meant they became firm best friends later in life. Now they're sharing their story in a new documentary. ⌘ Read more
The trouble with university student accommodation and plans to build more of it
For those who choose to live in student housing, rents for a single room can often be more than the price of a whole apartment, with some international students saying the prices are "insane". ⌘ Read more
'My biggest fear was not being believed': Em Rusciano on the diagnostic trifecta of ADHD, autism and perimenopause
Em Rusciano burst onto the national stage as an advocate for ADHD women. But when she asked a doctor to investigate autism, it was a flat-out no. Ahead of a national tour, she shares the reality of being a late-diagnosed neurodivergent, perimenopausal woman. ⌘ Read more
A former ski champion visited multiple Australian museums — and walked out with hundreds of dead butterflies in his pockets
In early 1987, the Melbourne Museum discovered the loss of more than 800 specimens of rare Australian butterflies. When other museums reported similar thefts, the trail led to a former champion skier trying to cope with a crumbling marriage. ⌘ Read more
'North Korea won't give in': Living in the shadow of a giant, this island is building bunkers
After a bombardment of shells in January, residents on the South Korean island of Yeongpyeong are anxiously waiting for another attack. Some wonder: could it happen again? ⌘ Read more
Rainbow Lodge takes the men no-one else will — but one slip-up could land them back inside
The residents of Rainbow Lodge have committed multiple crimes and been in and out of prison for decades. For many, its program is their last chance to take responsibility for their actions and prove they're ready for the outside world – but one slip-up could land them back inside. ⌘ Read more
We still don't fully understand the risks of weight loss drugs like Ozempic — and women are the unwitting guinea pigs
Yet again, the manufacturers of a wildly popular drug, taken by millions of women globally, have not collected data on what this drug might do to a woman's reproductive organs or offspring. ⌘ Read more
What's the most cost-effective way to heat your home this winter? Here's what experts recommend
Winter is here, and experts say there are ways to stay warm while saving money on your power bill. One of them is to avoid setting the heater temperature too high. ⌘ Read more
María Elena was writing an email when a stranger poured acid on her. Then began the fight of her life
In Mexico, an untold number of women are murdered, kidnapped, or subjected to unspeakable violence at the hands of men. These are just some of their stories. WARNING: Some readers might find details in this story distressing. ⌘ Read more
Sharing of deepfake pornography to carry a six-year prison term, government says
An increase in pornographic deepfake images generated by artificial intelligence is prompting laws from the federal government to ban the sharing of non-consensual digitally created and altered sexually explicit material. ⌘ Read more
Is social media damaging our mental health? You might think you know the answer — but scientists don't
The rise of social media and smartphones has coincided with an accelerating decline in teenagers' mental health — and researchers are trying to figure out whether the technology is to blame. ⌘ Read more
'Last chance to save lives': Families of Israeli hostages urge Israel to agree to latest ceasefire deal
Benjamin Netanyahu remains opposed to a ceasefire, with his government describing the proposal as a "non-starter". ⌘ Read more
South Africa's ANC talking to 'everybody and anybody' to form a new governing coalition after losing its majority
The party of the late Nelson Mandela receives just 40.27 per cent of the vote in national parliamentary elections, down from 57.7 per cent in 2019, as supporters abandon it due to anger over joblessness, inequality and power shortages. ⌘ Read more
Deputy PM Richard Marles confronted by Chinese military officers at security conference in Singapore
Officers from China's People's Liberation Army (PLA) confront Richard Marles at an international security conference after the Australian minister used a speech to call out China for its recent confrontations with Australian naval forces. ⌘ Read more
'We don't want you': Sam Mitchell decries racism after social media abuse of Hawks player
Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell blasts a racist social media post directed at one of his players, saying if it came from a Hawks fan they are unwelcome at the AFL club. ⌘ Read more
Jail capacity set to grow by 350 beds in SA with $220 million budget investment
South Australia's prison capacity is set to expand significantly, with more than $200 million set aside in the upcoming budget to fund hundreds of new beds at two of Adelaide's jails. ⌘ Read more
Live: The Panthers take on the Dragons in Penrith without their Origin stars
Defending premiers Penrith are without five of their State of Origin stars as they take on the Dragons at Panthers Stadium, giving hopes of an upset. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Ticketmaster confirms data breach days after Home Affairs launches investigation
According to Ticketmaster's public filing, the company first identified "unauthorised activity" on May 20, a week before the post on social media. ⌘ Read more
Ambulance ramping smashes previous record in SA as health system battles 'internal emergency'
Ambulance ramping at South Australia's public hospitals has soared to a new record high, reflecting growing pressure on a health system that is currently operating in an "internal emergency". ⌘ Read more
Two women rescued after explosion destroys townhouse in Sydney's west
Emergency crews were called to Waikanda Crescent in Whalan, near Mount Druitt, just before 1pm on Saturday after reports of a loud explosion heard by residents in surrounding streets. ⌘ Read more
Tedesco on standby as quad injury puts Dylan Edwards in doubt for Origin I
New South Wales fullback Dylan Edwards has suffered a potential quad injury at training with former captain James Tedesco on stand-by to potentially replace the Penrith custodian for State of Origin I. ⌘ Read more
Tractor is dressed in sheep's clothing as intersection of agriculture and art probed in WA
Tina Stefanou and the Carnamah community spent nine days sewing the outfit for the John Deere tractor, which formed the centrepiece of an interactive artwork in the farming town. ⌘ Read more
'I feel like I'm asking him too much': Blues teammates check in nervously as Hynes battles calf injury
Nicho Hynes remains in a race against the clock as the Blues complete their final Blue Mountains training session ahead of Origin I. ⌘ Read more
Birding gave Holly peace during cancer treatment. Now a growing movement is embracing the benefits
Birds became Holly Merker's wellness companions during the toughest period of her life, so she started a global movement of people seeking out the mindfulness benefits of the practice. ⌘ Read more
Live: In-form Hawks and Crows meet at MCG to kick off massive Saturday of footy
Hawthorn and Adelaide meet at the MCG full of confidence and looking to claim another scalp, before West Coast hosts St Kilda and Geelong welcomes Richmond to Kardinia Park. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Victorian government forced to release documents behind lockdown decisions
The state government will be forced to publicly release thousands of pages of secret briefings behind the state's lockdowns, following an almost four-year Freedom of Information battle. ⌘ Read more
Canadian serial killer Robert Pickton dies after prison assault aged 74
The Correctional Service of Canada said in statement that Pickton, an inmate of Port-Cartier Institution in the province of Quebec, died in hospital following injuries in the May 19 assault. ⌘ Read more
'Stop right there … I'm tired of hearing that': The truth-telling circle tackling tough topics
Inside a tiny community hall in Alice Springs, there's an appetite for frank and open talk between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal locals. ⌘ Read more
Walker missing in remote Tasmanian wilderness near Frenchmans Cap
Search teams are looking for a walker missing since Wednesday in the remote Tasmanian wilderness. ⌘ Read more
Minjee Lee fires impressive round to keep her in contention at the Women's US Open
Australia's Minjee Lee conquers difficult conditions in Pennsylvania to be tied for third heading into the third round of the major. ⌘ Read more
Bikepacking is booming around Australia. But what's the attraction of two wheels and a tent?**
How would you like to pack all your camping gear and clothes into a few bags, strap them onto a bike and go camping? Meet the people who can't think of anything better. ⌘ Read more
From red flesh to star-like spots, apples are getting a makeover to tempt fruit buyers
A rosy-skinned, red-fleshed apple named Kissabel is one of several new styles set to tempt fruit lovers back to eating an apple a day to revive the fruit's market share. ⌘ Read more
Moving back home, co-housing, and boarders. How three households embraced communal living
One photographer looks at three households embracing communal living to see if Australians can adapt their way of life as housing becomes ever more unaffordable. ⌘ Read more
All flights cancelled at Perth Aiport as refuelling issue grounds planes, leaving thousands stranded
A refuelling issue at Perth Airport grounds domestic and international flights, sending the weekend travel plans of thousands into chaos. ⌘ Read more
From glowing night skies and scenes of immense courage, these are WA's best photos of the month
May saw Perth stunned by acts of chilling violence that sent shock waves far beyond the city. But there were also moments of quiet beauty in WA, and our photographers were on hand to capture it all. ⌘ Read more
Australian couple injured on Singapore Airlines flight return home to Adelaide
Keith Davis and Kerry Jordan — who were injured onboard a Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore that encountered severe turbulence — have returned home to Adelaide via a medical evacuation flight. ⌘ Read more
Jonathan was hooked on meth in 'seconds', but now he's helping others reclaim their lives
Jonathan Bolwell is smiling again thanks to a regional rehabilitation facility. Now there are calls for more rehab centres across regional WA, which has the highest average meth consumption rate in Australia. ⌘ Read more
'No Modi wave this time': Is Narendra Modi losing his sheen in his own seat?**
Narendra Modi is widely believed to be on the verge of winning his third consecutive general election, but voters in his constituency say other issues are on their minds in the lead up to the vote. ⌘ Read more
How a remote mining town is embracing international workers, and solving a childcare crisis
In a small town in the heart of Queensland’s coal country, an innovative new approach is looking to fix one of the biggest problems facing Australian families: childcare shortages. ⌘ Read more
Hookah diving with surface-supplied air gives John 'time to think' underwater. But experts worry it's unregulated
Hookah diving: fans love the underwater freedom, but this expert says too often "homemade" apparatus, including the use of "paint compressors", add to the danger, pointing to a spike in recent deaths. ⌘ Read more
Tyson and Paul fight postponed after former heavyweight champ suffers health issues during flight
Mike Tyson and Jake Paul's heavily promoted fight in Texas is postponed, after Tyson suffers health concerns during a flight to Los Angeles. ⌘ Read more
It's even rougher on rough sleepers in a storm
Northern Rivers flooding, the lack of affordable housing, and the cost-of-living crisis hit rough sleepers with a triple whammy as many sleep in tents while waiting for public housing. ⌘ Read more
'I don't remember behaving worse': Volatile Russian smashes racquet in explosive scenes during French Open loss
Andrey Rublev exits the French Open in fury, smashing his racquet into this knee several times and arguing with the umpire. ⌘ Read more
After lies and missed opportunities, will a fresh search find the truth in the case of Jeremiah Rivers?**
As the coroner tries to get to the bottom of what happened to the 27-year-old, the case remains short on strong evidence while abundant with theories and claims of criminal conduct. ⌘ Read more
How a coroner's inquiry into a police shooting uncovered a culture of racism in the ranks
The coronial inquest into the death of Kumanjayi Walker has finished after almost two years of hearings, leaving the Northern Territory Police Force in crisis. ⌘ Read more
'Reversible illness' forcing women out of the workforce leads doctor to call for menopause drug reform
Many menopause drugs on the market derive from estrogen from pregnant horses. Now, a women's health expert and integrative doctor, is calling for a shake-up of the government-subsidised PBS list to include newer medicines with more favourable side effects. ⌘ Read more
Being told 'you cry too much' just made Maxi more determined to excel at shearing
Once a rare sight in a shearing shed, women are now working alongside men in one of the toughest jobs in the country. Here's why that's very good news for the industry. ⌘ Read more
Olympic equestrian Shane Rose back on his horse after horrific fall
Earlier this year, three-time Olympic medallist Shane Rose was bedridden for four weeks after a serious horseriding accident. Now, he's back on his horse with his eyes set on the Paris Olympics. ⌘ Read more
Why navigating a workplace romance can be complicated for all involved
Workplace romances aren't uncommon, but what are the consequences for dating colleagues or even your boss? ⌘ Read more
Drivers put on notice as first roadworks speed camera begins issuing fines in Queensland
The camera has been installed near the westbound Bremer River Bridge on the Warrego Highway to enforce a 60kph limit while the bridge undergoes repair work. ⌘ Read more
A police crackdown on e-scooters this week showed riders were flagrantly disregarding road rules. So what are the rules?**
Police have criticised e-scooter riders for being reckless, so what are the rules? ⌘ Read more
Angus and Julia Stone call on international artists to feature local talent as festivals struggle
Australian music giants Angus and Julia Stone are calling on international artists to hire local support acts when they tour after a growing number of festivals have cancelled. ⌘ Read more
Para sports push for greater support to ensure they feature at Brisbane 2032 Paralympics
Australia's men's blind football and women's goalball teams will not compete at the Paris Paralympics this year, but they are determined to be there in Brisbane 2032. ⌘ Read more
Opera singer practising scales in Sydney apartment earns noise complaint, so what are the rules for musicians at home?**
Whether it’s a professional performer preparing for a major role or a child learning the saxophone, musicians practising at home can cause tension in an apartment building. ⌘ Read more
Your guide to Donald Trump's other criminal court cases following his guilty verdict
Donald Trump has been found guilty in a hush money trial, but his legal woes are far from over. As he continues his bid to retake the White House, here’s a status update on his other court cases. ⌘ Read more
'Do you have some ongoing difficulty with your memory?' Zingers fly during Greg Lynn's trial
Barrister Dermot Dann accused police experts of lying, burying evidence and having "no idea" during blistering cross-examinations in the Supreme Court trial of alleged double-murderer Greg Lynn. ⌘ Read more
Nina learnt self-defence to feel safer at night, but expert says most attacks aren't from strangers
Nina Alternetti used to work night shifts at hospitals and was fearful of being attacked — so she decided to learn martial arts. But one expert warns women are more likely to be attacked by someone they know and the conversation around self-defence should not place the burden of responsibility on victims. ⌘ Read more
Mayor under fire for 'hanging on the coat-tails' of veterans through false service history
Veteran advocacy groups have slammed the mayor of Australia's largest garrison city for making "deeply disrespectful" false claims about his military history. ⌘ Read more
The six books our critics couldn't put down this month
From the next novel by the 2023 Miles Franklin winner to a First Nations version of Shakespeare, to the hotly anticipated follow-up to Brooklyn, there are plenty of great new books to read this month. ⌘ Read more
If everything was done right before the Floreat killings, why are two women dead?**
A system designed to keep women safe seemingly follows all the right procedures and somehow two women are shot dead in their own home. What needs to change to fix it? ⌘ Read more
ICC T20 World Cup: Your guide to the favourites, minnows and dark horse
The Australia men's cricket team are in the West Indies, looking to complete the triple crown of World Test champions, ODI World champions and T20 champions. ⌘ Read more
Leadership overhaul at Raytheon Australia amid tensions with government over massive weapons project
Senior executives working for a large US-owned defence company helping to establish a missile production enterprise in Australia have resigned amid tensions with the Albanese government over the multi-billion-dollar project. ⌘ Read more
Convicted felon Trump plans appeal, Biden slams 'dangerous' claim trial was 'rigged'
Donald Trump confirms he will appeal against his conviction for falsifying business records, as President Joe Biden criticises his "dangerous" claim the trial was rigged. ⌘ Read more
Kremlin says Trump's conviction is about 'elimination of political rivals', as Russian forces advance in Ukraine
The statement followed US President Joe Biden's marked policy shift on Thursday, when he approved Ukraine using American weapons to strike targets inside Russia in defence of the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv. ⌘ Read more
As the world grapples avian flu should we be bracing for the next pandemic?**
With Australian officials closely monitoring local outbreaks of avian influenza, and another highly pathogenic strain wreaking havoc overseas, experts in infectious disease and public health say this is how we should prepare for the possibility of a future pandemic. ⌘ Read more
Australia's most fragile and flammable film treasures get a budget boost
More than 10,000 reels of delicate film, including some of Australia's oldest movies, are packed to the rafters of the National Film and Sound Archive's Canberra storage facility. ⌘ Read more
'We can't lose this moment': Biden urges Hamas to accept latest ceasefire proposal from Israel to end war
The three-stage proposal includes a permanent ceasefire and the return of Israeli hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners. ⌘ Read more
Why Donald Trump's guilty verdict is perhaps now the most potent political weapon he has
Donald Trump's conviction in the hush money trial in New York gives him another line to help push the conspiracy theory he's been promoting to his supporters all along. ⌘ Read more
Don't let the cold weather stop you from exercising. Here's how to stay motivated in winter
When it's cold and dark, there's nothing less appealing than hitting the gym for a workout. Here's how to stay motivated to exercise when the temperature drops. ⌘ Read more
The direction 99 controversy reflects a bare bureaucracy dropping the ball
Amid the "direction 99" controversy, the importance of adequate investment in institutions in order to meet the needs of Australians is once again coming to a head. ⌘ Read more
Why have Taiwan's politicians been brawling in parliament?**
Taiwan's parliament has been thrown into chaos in recent weeks, with brawling on the floor of the chamber and huge citizen protests outside. Here's why. ⌘ Read more
'All eyes on Rafah': This viral image has been celebrated and criticised on social media. But what difference has it really made?**
An AI-generated image with the words "All eyes on Rafah" has ricocheted across social media, attracting million of shares. So how did a picture that's not even real become a defining image of the Israel-Gaza war? And has it made any difference? ⌘ Read more
'Time to bite the bullet': Why this MP is calling on his own government to overhaul insurance rules
Julian Hill is one of a number of MPs calling for a complete ban on the use of genetic tests in life insurance assessments. ⌘ Read more
After clearing barricades and spotting snipers, France declares New Caledonia's capital Noumea under control after deadly riots
France's interior minister says security forces have regained control of the capital but violence continues in other parts of the country. ⌘ Read more
German police shoot knifeman who attacked police, attendees at far-right demonstration
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Ticketek Australia says customers' names, emails and dates of birth impacted by cyber security breach
The company says it has secure encryption methods in place for customer passwords, and no customer accounts or payment details had been compromised in the "cyber incident". ⌘ Read more
Nelson Mandela's ANC party on track to lose its majority in South African election
While the ANC looks likely to remain the country's largest political force, voters appear to have punished the former liberation movement for years of decline. ⌘ Read more
Live: Matildas take on China in first friendly in Adelaide
With just under two months until the Paris Olympics, the Matildas are putting their finishing touches on their squad before making a medal run. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Victoria Police has reached a landmark deal in a long-standing pay dispute with the government
A 12-month dispute between Victoria Police, the state government and the union comes to an end with the parties reaching an in-principle agreement. ⌘ Read more
Live: Knights and Bulldogs look to establish themselves in top eight on Friday night
Newcastle is aiming to establish themselves in the top eight, while Canterbury can move up the ladder with a win. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Live: Injury-hit Magpies put unbeaten run on the line as they take on Bulldogs
Collingwood may be missing some of its biggest stars, but the Magpies won't be a pushover for a Western Bulldogs side out to close the gap on the top eight. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Evidence against terror accused 'weak', defence lawyer tells Adelaide court
A defence lawyer tells the Supreme Court of South Australia that the circumstantial evidence against a terror accused is too weak to prove that he intended to carry out an attack on an Adelaide Hills electrical substation. ⌘ Read more
'The earth is moving': PNG PM explains why he can't send excavators to site of landslide disaster
An emotional prime minister of Papua New Guinea listens to those who survived the landslide in the highlands, including dozens of people wailing to mark the loss of loved ones. ⌘ Read more
Ukrainian model says she is suing Canes Film festival over 'unreasonable force' by staff
The model is the fourth woman to speak out about how they were treated on the red carpet at the French film festival. ⌘ Read more
Gina Rinehart gifts Canberra gallery a portrait of herself, but with conditions
The National Portrait Gallery told Senate estimates about the gift, following the controversy around a different portrait of Gina Rinehart by Vincent Namatjira, which hangs in the National Gallery of Australia. ⌘ Read more
A TikToker accidentally interviewed Baz Luhrmann and we can't look away
When Australian TikToker Georgia Godworth approached a stylish man, she didn't realise who he was — now, their interview has gone viral. ⌘ Read more
'Funny, a bit cringe and real': Why Colin From Accounts is resonating with viewers
The critically acclaimed Colin from Accounts is the most-watched original scripted series from Foxtel Group. Its stars are "still processing" the show's overwhelming success as season two gets underway. ⌘ Read more
Bruce Lehrmann lodges notice of appeal after his defamation case failed in the Federal Court
Former Liberal staffer Bruce Lehrmann lodges a notice of appeal with the Federal Court after a ruling by Justice Michael Lee that on the balance of probabilities he did rape Brittany Higgins at Parliament House in 2019. ⌘ Read more
From would-be architects to engineers: meet the artistic swimming sensations bound for Paris' 'beautiful' Olympic pool
The majority of Australia's artistic swimming team will be competing in their first Olympic Games when they dive into a pool they have fond memories of in Paris. ⌘ Read more
'All Eyes on Rafah' trend has swept social media. But does it matter if it's AI?**
We spoke to three experts to unpack the trending image and what it says about activism and war coverage in the social media sphere. ⌘ Read more
Pool operator fined for safety breaches surrounding death of 8yo boy
The County Court in Warrnambool heard Port Fairy pool operators did not test children's swimming abilities before allowing them to use an inflatable aquatic device and did not have procedures in place for how to manage children on the device. ⌘ Read more
History has just been made in New York City. It could shape America's future
It's difficult to overstate how significant the verdict in a Manhattan courtroom is to the future of the US. Americans are facing the very possible prospect of voting a felon into the White House. ⌘ Read more