‘Clean house’: Trump orders firing of all ‘Biden-era’ attorneys
All remaining US attorneys nominated by Joe Biden will be fired, Donald Trump has revealed, as Elon Musk compared the left’s so-called “Trump Derangement Syndrome” to rabies.
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Taylor Swift puts friendship with Blake Lively on ice
Taylor Swift is taking a break from pal Blake Lively after her name was dragged into the ongoing lawsuits between the actor and her It Ends With Us co-star Justin Baldoni, an insider says.
‘Most threatening ever’: Odds of space rock hitting Earth up
NASA has just raised the odds of a “city killer” asteroid hitting Earth to the greatest level ever in modern forecasting.
‘He’s gonna shoot me’: Elon Musk’s dad unloads
Errol Musk has launched a nasty tirade at his famous son’s parenting skills – even bringing up the death of Elon’s first child.
‘Real reason’ why influencer went public with Musk’s secret baby
A former acquaintance of Ashley St. Clair, the right-wing influencer who claims to have a secret child with Elon Musk, has shed more light on the scandal.
‘Disgusting’ Hanks slammed over portrayal of Trump supporter
Tom Hanks’ depiction of a Donald Trump supporter for Saturday Night Live’s 50th anniversary has outraged MAGA supporters, with many accusing the star of being “tone deaf” and “dumb”.
‘Smartest AI on Earth’: What Musk’s new chatbot does
Elon Musk is about to release a new artificial intelligence product which he says will be far superior to anything else like it in the world. These are its capabilities.
Costner goes viral over reaction to Reynolds’ Baldoni ‘joke’
Ryan Reynolds’ attempt to make light of the legal drama surrounding his wife Blake Lively and her former co-star Justin Baldoni has left Kevin Costner unimpressed.
Harry makes a vow in heartfelt speech
Prince Harry made a promise to servicemen and women during his speech at the closing ceremony of the Invictus Games.
Trump opens up on Musk rift rumours; star’s bizarre Tesla stunt
US President Donald Trump and Elon Musk have sat down for a joint interview, as one of music’s biggest stars cops backlash for a protest involving her Tesla.
Kanye’s vile response to bombshell sex tape claim
Controversial rapper Kanye West has spoken out on an alleged resurfaced sex tape, as rumours swirl about the star’s marriage to his Aussie wife.
Trump bans news agency for not renaming Gulf of Mexico
President Donald Trump has banned a major US news agency from the Oval Office and Air Force One indefinitely for refusing to rename the Gulf of Mexico the Gulf of America.
Meghan ‘upset and stressed’ over backlash
Meghan Markle is said to be upset over the negativity surrounding her new lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, as she attempts to emulate Gwyneth Paltrow’s GOOP success.
TikTok returns after going dark in the US
Roughly 170 million users in the US are set to jump back online after Apple and Google restored the popular video sharing platform to its app stores.
NASA sets return date for stranded astronauts
There’s good news for two US astronauts stuck in space since June last year with NASA announcing a date for their return.
‘Malicious and baseless’: Diddy sues for $160m
Accused sex trafficker Sean “Diddy” Combs is suing a US media outlet over a new documentary which he says paints him as “the embodiment of Lucifer”.
Taylor engagement rumours swirl after Super Bowl drama
Travis Kelce’s parents and brother have made their feelings about Taylor Swift clear, as the star couple move on from the Super Bowl disaster.
Chilling footage shows moment US Navy jet crashes
Video has revealed the moment a US Navy jet fell from the skies in another shock aviation incident, as the pilot killed in Motley Crue singer Vince Neil’s plane crash was identified. See the video.
‘Is she OK?’: Fears for Mariah Carey
Video of Mariah Carey performing at a recent Las Vegas gig has left fans shocked and concerned. Watch the video to see why.
Musk’s startling hand gesture while standing over Trump
Elon Musk’s surprise White House appearance has shown how his influence and empire are expanding, as he and Donald Trump overhaul America. See the video.
‘Webcam pimps’: ‘Manfluencer’ Andrew Tate sued
Andrew Tate — whose anti-feminist views have infiltrated Aussie schools — and his brother are being sued for allegedly luring a woman to a ‘webcam sex trafficking ring’ for $A7.9m.
Trump task force chief reveals JFK assassination theory
Donald Trump’s pick to lead the task force on government secrets, from John F. Kennedy’s murder to Jeffrey Epstein’s client list, has spoken out.
Musk says US will go ‘bankrupt’ without cuts
Elon Musk, with Donald Trump and his son at the White House, has defended federal cost cutting measures which have put the Trump administration on a collision course with the US courts.
Spotted: Penny Wong’s VIP seat as Trump becomes President
Foreign Minister Penny Wong had a front-row seat as Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th President of the United States.
‘Strapped in seats’: Shock new detail in plane crash probe
New detail has surfaced about the passengers killed and air traffic control staff involved in a mid-air crash in Washington DC. World famous hero pilot Captain Sully has also revealed his theory. Follow updates.
Bizarre footage of Musk, Barron raises eyebrows
A video of Elon Musk and Barron Trump has emerged during the US president’s inauguration, which has gone viral after Trump’s son stunned the MAGA crowd. See the video.
Trump accuses Australia of breaking its word over exports
Australia has been accused of breaking its word over aluminium exports to the US in a proclamation issued by US President Donald Trump in relation his new tariffs.
Harry, Meghan blasted for ‘desperate’ buggy ride
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been slammed after footage emerged of them riding past disabled Invictus Games competitors in a golf buggy. See the video.
Shock twist in Chinese spy balloon mystery
The contents of the floating device that caused chaos when it crossed over the US have finally been revealed.
‘NSFW’: Kanye’s X account goes dark after Musk intervenes
Tech billionaire Elon Musk has broken his silence on the deactivation of Kanye West’s X account, as the controversial rapper made one last hate-filled move.
Lively forced out of hiding as new film prepares for launch
The promotion of Blake Lively’s newest film has begun with a sneak peek of the glamorous star on set released amid her ongoing feud with It Ends With Us co-star Justin Baldoni. See the photo.
Trump trolls Taylor after Super Bowl ‘boos’
Donald Trump has had a crack at Taylor Swift after the superstar was booed at the Super Bowl.
New pics of doomed DC plane’s wreckage released
All “major pieces” from the deadly midair crash between an American Airlines plane and a Black Hawk helicopter have been recovered as an investigation into the tragedy continues.
Trump says Musk will uncover billions in ‘government fraud’
Donald Trump has backed Elon Musk amid mounting criticism, saying the billionaire has been “a great help” in rooting out government “waste”.
Iconic filmmaker’s cause of death revealed
David Lynch, famous for his visionary works Blue Velvet, Twin Peaks, and Mulholland Drive, passed away last month. Now the cause of his death has been made public.
Friends star slams ‘deranged bigot’ Kanye
David Schwimmer has called on Elon Musk to ban “sick” Kanye West from X saying “silence is complicity” after the rapper described himself as a “Nazi” and a “racist”.
Weak, juvenile Democrats overwhelmed by Trump
In the first three weeks of Donald Trump’s second term, Democrats seem lost on how to oppose him. Tom Minear assesses their tactics and argues for a simple alternative.
‘You’re fired’: Trump’s next jaw-dropping move
Donald Trump revoked his predecessor Joe Biden’s security clearance in a blizzard of new orders. His latest wheeling and dealing has been jaw-dropping even by his standards.
Trump vows to dump ‘ridiculous’ plastic straw ban
President Donald Trump has slammed the “eco-friendly” movement as he vowed to sign an executive order, overturning Biden’s push for paper straws.
‘Vile, victim, hostage’: Censori’s nude move sparks global outrage
Bianca Censori’s Grammys outfit, designed by husband Kanye West, effectively left the Australian-born architect nude on the red carpet, a moment which instantly went viral and prompted global outcry.
’I did not feel protected’: Sex and the City star’s confession
Kristin Davis has opened up about filming Sex and the City, revealing she would hide in her trailer after shooting a scene.
‘Brave and hot’: Kanye fires back at Bianca critics
Kanye West has defended Bianca Censori after her naked display at the Grammys, describing his “admiration” for his Australian wife as the model’s mum broke her silence on the incident.
Meghan’s hugs ‘caused tension’ between William, Harry
Meghan Markle’s tactile approach to the royals went down like a lead balloon with protocol-obsessed members of the Royal Family who didn’t appreciate her very American “hug everyone” outlook.
Trump lays out bold plan for Gaza
Donald Trump has given more insight into how the US would takeover the Gaza Strip without military intervention and why “stability for the region would reign”.
‘Scary’: Plane strikes jet at airport in new horror US aviation incident
A Japan Airlines plane has hit a Delta Airlines plane in front of terrified passengers in the latest aviation drama to rock the US. Watch video.
‘Buckle up’: Trump pulls trigger on mission to supercharge CIA
All CIA agents not on board with Donald Trump’s plan for US spies to return to the olden days of espionage, the likes of which we now only see in movies, have been offered buyouts.
Top Super Bowl ads you don’t want to miss
From the dream team of Matt Damon and David Beckham to Aussie star Chris Hemsworth, this year’s star-studded Super Bowl ads are already thrilling fans. Watch the ads.
Dutton says Trump’s plan to ‘own’ Gaza is ‘a desire for peace’
World leaders have weighed in on Donald Trump’s radical plan to “take over” and “own” Gaza and “level” destroyed buildings – with Opposition leader Peter Dutton appearing to back the plan.
‘Riviera of the Middle East’: Trump reveals plan to take over Gaza
Donald Trump has revealed a radical plan for the US to own Gaza – suggesting removing “all” Palestinians living there – after a meeting with Israel’s PM. Follow updates.
Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds put on united front amid lawsuit
Hollywood A-listers Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds smiled and appeared carefree during their latest outing as their feud with actor Justin Baldoni intensified.
Meghan on verge of tears in new video
Meghan Markle has revealed her star-studded mission to help a family that lost everything in the LA wildfires, after she and Prince Harry were branded “disaster tourists”. Watch video.
Big breakthrough in DC plane crash investigation
Crash investigators have found a major discrepancy which could explain the horror crash between a military chopper and passenger jet in Washington DC.
‘Malicious nature’: China hits back at Trump’s tariff
In retaliation against the US President’s additional tariff on Chinese goods, China has responded with their own levy — and filed an official complaint.
Kanye’s $32m deal in doubt after Aussie wife’s nude stunt
Kanye West’s naked display with his Aussie wife threatens a major deal, as raunchy Grammys party footage reveals what he and Bianca Censori did after their shocking appearance.
Trump’s trillion dollar condition on Ukraine in exchange for aid
Donald Trump has made a bold proposal to Ukraine in exchange for continued military aid, providing the clearest indication yet of his terms for supporting the war-torn nation.
Kanye kicked out with Aussie wife after nude shock
Kanye West and his Australian wife Bianca Censori are said to have been escorted out of the Grammys by cops after leaving little to the imagination, as Taylor Swift put on a leggy display with a nod to her boyfriend. Take our poll.
The terrifying twist in Trump’s extreme aid freeze
When Donald Trump froze foreign aid, guards responsible for thousands of ISIS fighters walked off the job. Tom Minear argues it should make the president think twice.
Diddy secretly rushed to hospital from jail
Music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs has been taken to hospital from prison under cover of darkness ahead of his trial.
Disturbing new footage, worrying claims emerge on fatal crash
Chilling new footage shows the moment of impact in the Washington DC crash, as fresh claims emerge over what may have contributed to the accident. See video. Warning: Graphic.
How Trump 2.0 has up-ended the world order
Donald Trump is ruthlessly fixing problems that need to be solved, giving other countries cover to follow suit. But Tom Minear writes that America’s allies won’t be thanking him.
‘Changed lives every day’: teacher named as plane crash victim
Students pay tribute to a beloved biology teacher and whole families who died together are being mourned after being named as victims in the American Airlines disaster. See the full list.
Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds take dramatic step in legal war
Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds have revealed details of their next move in her legal row with It Ends With Us co-star Justin Baldoni.
‘Terror attack’: DC plane crash sparks conspiracy theories
The DC plane crash has spurred conspiracy theories not helped by messages spread by the likes of Donald Trump and billionaire Bill Ackman. This is what we know.
Greg Norman’s ‘behind the scenes’ talks with Trump, Rudd
Australian sporting legend Greg Norman has reprised his role as a diplomatic go-between to Donald Trump, drawing praise from Australia’s ambassador to the US, Kevin Rudd.
Vogue’s brutal takedown of Melania Trump
The ‘fashion bible’ slammed Melania Trump’s official White House portrait – prompting the First Lady’s fans to hit back.
Trump’s bold invite to TikTok stars, influencers
An additional space for “new media voices” has been reserved at the White House, as Donald Trump declares war on traditional media.
What China’s answer to ChatGPT said when asked about Albo
China’s AI app DeepSeek has plenty to say about Australia and our leaders. But, when it comes to its country of origin it draws a blank.
Prince Harry’s US visa row reignites
Prince Harry’s US visa status is again under scrutiny over his admission that he used cocaine and marijuana, with a huge development in the immigration saga.
Britney’s ex reveals ‘weirdest’ part of doomed marriage
Sam Asghari has spoken out about his short-lived marriage to Britney Spears, detailing what caused the troubled pop star to “spiral”.
Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano erupts spewing lava 120 feet high
One of the world’s most active volcanoes is erupting with lava plumes as high as 35 metres and officials are warning people to stay clear of the area.
Heartbreaking reason Meghan Markle delayed new podcast
Meghan Markle has delayed yet another project close to her heart – the new season of her podcast Archetypes. It’s the latest setback for the Duchess who also chose to reschedule her Netflix show.
What Taylor said to Travis after Super Bowl joy
Taylor Swift had some sweet words for boyfriend Travis Kelce after the Chiefs went through to the Super Bowl as the star partied hard with friends and family. See videos and photos.
Nation’s huge backflip after Trump’s trade threat
One nation has given in to Donald Trump’s threat to implement a barrage of tariffs and sanctions in a row over deportation flights. Follow updates.
Baldoni’s wife breaks silence amid Lively drama
Justin Baldoni’s wife has shared her first public statement since her husband’s messy legal battle with Blake Lively began.
CIA backs lab leak theory on origins of Covid-19
The CIA now says the deadly Covid pandemic most likely arose from a laboratory leak in the first major move by its new director, a close ally of Donald Trump.
Trump ramps up immigration raids; Arrest over ‘violent’ threats
Donald Trump’s mass-deportation offensive has expanded into a major US city, as a man is detained over alleged assassination threats. Follow updates.
Trump’s sex edict set to face legal challenges
Having campaigned heavily on transgender issues, Donald Trump moved quickly this week to change the US government’s policy on sex and gender. This is what it means.
Billy Ray Cyrus’ Aussie ex ‘sad to see’ star’s inauguration ‘disaster’
Billy Ray Cyrus’s ex-wife, Aussie musician Firerose, has spoken out about the country star’s shambolic performance at Donald Trump’s inauguration after his family said they’re “worried” about him.
Guy Pearce gets first ever Oscars nod, Kidman in shock snub
Geelong’s favourite son, Guy Pearce, has been nominated for his first Academy Award but Nicole Kidman failed to get a nomination. See full list of contenders.
JFK’s grandson slams Trump after President stuns world leaders
John F. Kennedy Jr’s grandson has unleashed on President Donald Trump after he stunned business leaders at the World Economic Forum with new threats. Follow updates.
Trump wields his Sharpie power in explosive first week
Donald Trump hit the ground running on his return to the White House, using an innocent Sharpie pen to set the stage for a fiery four-year term as US president.
‘Immediate threat to life’: New wildfires plague LA
Another fast-moving blaze has forced 50,000 Californians under new evacuation orders and thousands more firefighters to be deployed as more wildfires break out in the LA region.
Netanyahu defends Musk against ‘Nazi salute’ allegations
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed Elon Musk was being “falsely smeared” over a viral video of the Tesla CEO performing what seemed to be a Nazi salute.
Lost Tina Turner track with Aussie twist unearthed
A lost song recorded for Tina Turner’s blockbuster Private Dancer album has been rediscovered and it has a very Australian connection.
Presidential letters unsealed: What Biden told Trump
Donald Trump has revealed what Joe Biden wrote to him in a final note as he departed the White House. See how it compares to other presidential letters left in the Oval Office.
‘Thin people’: Oprah reveals what weight-loss jabs taught her
She famously tortured herself for years with crash diets. Oprah Winfrey has now opened up about a life-changing realisation.
Musk urges Trump to pardon ‘Bitcoin Jesus’
Elon Musk has asked Donald Trump to take action on a controversial bitcoin investor after the founder of the Silk Road dark web drug marketplace was exonerated.
Zuckerberg caught in second exchange with Sanchez
An online betting platform has cheekily weighed in on the future of Mark Zuckerberg’s marriage following his latest exchange with Lauren Sanchez, future wife of Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos.
Trump demands apology from ‘nasty’ bishop
US President Donald Trump has let loose on Truth Social after a bishop ripped into him during a church service to mark his inauguration.
‘Australia’s interests’: Wong’s move on AUKUS and tariffs
Australia’s argument to avoid Donald Trump’s tariffs and maintain the AUKUS pact has been delivered, with Foreign Minister Penny Wong meeting US Secretary of State Marc Rubio.
Melania’s whispers to Donald on the dance floor revealed
Melania Trump and Donald Trump shared a sweet exchange during their inauguration dance. See what was said and best photos from the historic day.
Border crackdown begins; Trump’s AI move ‘will cure cancer’
Donald Trump’s border tsar says the mass deportation operation is underway, as the tech bosses behind the $US500 billion AI initiative claim it will cure multiple diseases. Follow live updates.
The Apprentice: Barron Trump’s next business move
Barron Trump appears to be following in his father’s footsteps and has teamed up with a high school classmate and a young real estate expert to launch his new business.
Trump puts Vance in a pickle over January 6
Nine days before he was sworn in, JD Vance said it was obvious violent January 6 offenders should not be pardoned. Donald Trump did it anyway. What will his Vice President say now?
Melania stuns as she dances with Trump after 1,500 pardoned
Donald Trump and wife Melania have attended three inaugural balls after he signed a flurry of executive orders, including pardons for around 1,500 Capitol riot defenders. Follow updates.
The $1.4 trillion photo that got the world talking
Money talks in this incredible rare spectacle of tycoons who watched on when Donald Trump was sworn in. See the photo and how much everyone is worth.
Phew moment as Australia not mentioned on Trump’s first day
Australia did not rate a mention on day one of Donald Trump’s second term – and that is not a bad thing.
Bluey goes viral after daughter of Trump’s VP makes cool move
US Vice President JD Vance’s three young children almost stole the show at President Donald Trump’s inauguration as she sported her love of Aussie TV character Bluey. See the photos.
Inside Trump’s revamped Oval Office: What has changed
From a secret button that calls a butler to personal tributes to his heroes, Donald Trump has given the world’s most famous office his unique touch.
Trump wields giant Sharpie: Every executive order explained
Donald Trump has wasted no time on day one, with a flurry of executive orders that will change America. Here’s what he has signed off on with his famed pen.
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