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Clareese is a breaking news reporter at NewsWire. She previously graduated from the 2023 NewsCorp cadet program where she worked across several mastheads. Since completing the program she continues to cover a range of topics, from crime and finance to entertainment and health.

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BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 27: (L-R) Nick Jonas, Joe Jonas, and Kevin Jonas of the Jonas Brothers pose for portrait at The Women's Cancer Research Fund's An Unforgettable Evening 2020 at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel on February 27, 2020 in Beverly Hills, California. Rodin Eckenroth/Getty Images/AFP == FOR NEWSPAPERS, INTERNET, TELCOS & TELEVISION USE ONLY ==

Fury at ‘free’ Jonas Brothers tickets

Fans who spent hundreds on Jonas Brothers tickets have fired up after tickets were reportedly given away for free moments before the trio kicked off their tour in Sydney.

National

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - NewsWire Photos ,Aug 23, 2021: contact-free pick up only shopping in Blacktown , west of Sydney. Picture: NCA NewsWire / Flavio Brancaleone

Chargers recalled over electrocution concerns

Several popular chargers have been recalled amid concerns they could cause serious injury or death.

World

*** BESTPIX *** WHAKATANE, NEW ZEALAND - DECEMBER 08: White Island is pictured on December 08, 2020 off the coast of Whakatane, New Zealand. 22 people died following the Whakaari White Island volcano eruption on 9 December 2019. The volcano erupted while 47 people were on the island Ã¢â¬â including several tour groups and their guides. The 22 victims were from Australia, New Zealand, Germany, China, Britain and Malaysia. (Photo by Phil Walter/Getty Images)

Fatal NZ eruption victims awarded over $10m

Victims of the White Island eruption — that saw 17 Australians dead — have been awarded more than $10m in total reparations.

National

WEEKEND TELEGRAPHS SPECIAL. FEBRUARY 21, 2024. PLEASE CONTACT WEEKEND PIC DESK BEFORE PUBLISHING.Pictured outside Australian Catholic University in Strathfield today are Students (L-R) Noelle Nicolas, Chloe Leaupepe and Raphaela Stojoski. Picture: Tim Hunter.

How much Aussies are forking out for popular uni courses

More than 70 per cent of Aussie uni students say their course fees are too expensive, new data shows. See the most in-demand courses and how much they will set you back.

Music Tours

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NCA NewsWire Photos - 17 FEBRUARY, 2024: MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NCA NewsWire Photos - 17 FEBRUARY, 2024: Taylor Swift concert at the MCG. 2024. Melbourne. Picture: NCA NewsWire / Jake Nowakowski

Fan frenzy: Fastest way into Sydney Eras Tour

Aussie Swifties heading to the Eras Tour in Sydney have been told the best way to beat the pre-show rush after a surprise release of last-minute tickets sold out fast.

LiveWorld

Protesters lift placards during an anti-government demonstration in Israel's central city of Tel Aviv, on February 17, 2024, amid the ongoing conflict in the Gaza Strip between Israel and the Palestinian militant Hamas movement. (Photo by JACK GUEZ / AFP)

‘Let them kidnap your children, then you can talk’

An Israeli minister has sparked fury and protests among the families of hostages after saying returning captives is “not the most important thing”. Warning: Graphic.

Your SayMusic

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 16: EDITORIAL USE ONLY. NO BOOK COVERS Taylor Swift performs at Melbourne Cricket Ground on February 16, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/TAS24/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management)

The secret songs Swifties want for Sydney shows

Swifties are flooding social media with requests after the pop sensation pressed “reset” on her self-imposed surprise song rules. Here is what you can expect to hear.

Music Tours

WARNING NETWORK USE ONLY >TO RUN SUNDAY SUNDAY 18TH OF FEB 2024 .Swiftie dad Steven Richardson, 13-year-old daughter Abigail, all dressed up and ready for The Taylor Swift Concert. Stevens daughter Abigail has chosen to go see Swift with her dad over a friend. She's converted him into a Swiftie. Picture: David Caird

‘Why I chose my dad over my friend for the Taylor Swift concert’

They’re dressing up in matching costumes and spending hours refreshing Ticketek. Meet the Aussie dads swept up in the Swiftie phenomenon.

National

Seven in 10 Aussie psychiatrists burnt out

Aussie psychiatrists have warned staff shortages are taking a toll on professionals and patients – with one state suffering the most. See how your state compares.

National

DENVER, COLORADO - JULY 14: EDITORIAL USE ONLY Taylor Swift performs onstage during "Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour" at Empower Field At Mile High on July 14, 2023 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Tom Cooper/TAS23/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management)

Swift’s Eras Tour: All the songs you can expect to hear

Along with three hours of performance and a massive stage, diehard Aussie Swifties can look forward to more than 30 of the pop superstar’s biggest hits.

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