Mum’s ‘massive’ face tattoo regret
She says the Harley Quinn inspired tattoos have also impeded her ability to gain employment.
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Small farm town hid massive cocaine empire
For years, she ran a covert drug operation from her family farm – now, she’s one of the most sought-after criminals in the country.
$25k dog act two days after tradie buys ute
A tradie has been left $25,000 out of pocket after his two-day-old ute full of tools was stolen from his driveway.
Dad dies weeks after miracle baby’s birth
A Queensland man who had been told he would never be able to have children has died four weeks after the birth of his baby daughter.
Popular Aussie Youtuber dies suddenly
A popular Australian content creator has died suddenly, with tributes flooding social media remembering the “bright and spirited” woman.
Why these photographs should terrify you
This haunting photo album uncovered after World War II exposes an eerie truth about the lives of the Nazis.
Husky mauls 6-week-old baby to death
The baby died in the home after the unprovoked attacked left him with lethal injuries.
‘Can’t be’: Girlfriend’s shock discovery
On the side of the road this week, a woman in a relationship for 10 years learned the sickening truth about her longtime partner’s past.
Hidden detail on popular family holiday stuns
An Aussie who went all the way to Florida for the joys of Disneyland discovered some unheard-of gems.
Side of LinkedIn you didn’t know about
There’s a side of LinkedIn (and Instagram for that matter) that you might not know exists. Jana Hocking is here to explain.
‘Silly’: Huge cost of island holiday nightmare
A Victorian man left in a coma after being stabbed in Fiji are facing an enormous medical bill.
23yo reveals incredible transformation
A 23-year-old woman has revealed how she hit “rock bottom” and managed to turn her life around in just five years.
Dad’s chilling split decision in Bondi attack
A man who was inches from the attacker at Bondi Westfield has reflected on the split decision that ultimately saved his children’s lives.
Grandmother bags massive $2.2m Keno win
An Adelaide grandmother has received the shock of a lifetime after coming home with over $2 million playing numbers she has played for eight years.
Blind personal trainer’s gut-wrenching video
A legally blind personal trainer has shared a heartbreaking video online after struggling to find clients. What happened next blew him away.
Model’s tragic post 14 years after attack
More than a decade after she was attacked in broad daylight, an Aussie model has asked the question on the minds of so many.
Text that stopped 24-year heroin addiction
Karisse, who was no longer living with her mother, began using drugs at the age of 13, initially starting off with speed and benzodiazepines.
30 prison guards had sex with inmates
A disturbing report about guards having sex with prisoners has emerged — with one female staffer falling pregnant.
Shock reason customer left $15,000 tip
Staffers at a restaurant were floored after finding a huge tip left on a customer’s bill – only to discover the sad reason for the generous gift.
Mum’s kids expelled over OnlyFans promo
A Christian school expelled two of its students this week after their porn star mother refused to take a sticker promoting her OnlyFans page off her car.
Brutal reality for mums ‘exposed’ in bikini pic
A Sydney woman who felt her skin “ripping” after having her second child was shocked to be told it was “what it meant to be a mum”.
Crisis forcing Aussies to shop smarter
Aussies are becoming smarter shoppers as they try to stretch budgets further during the cost of living crisis.
Woman kicked out of shops over outfit
There’s no law to stop someone from wearing a crop top, but this shopping centre security guard seemed to think there was.
Influencer ripped to shreds over dinner bill
A social media influencer has kicked off a fiery debate about who should pay for dinner when invited out to someone’s birthday bash.
Grim truth about ‘proud trans’ influencer
TikTok star Rachel Queen Burton gained thousands of followers for being a “proud trans” woman but she was hiding a terrible secret.
‘Raging habit’: Meth addict is unrecognisable
A Sydney woman addicted to meth at just 21 has revealed how what started as a party habit took over her life and left her homeless.
Chaos at One Direction star’s concert
Police were called to a Sydney music venue after things took an ugly turn when fans lined up more than a day before a One Direction star’s concert.
Horror as inmate executed with nitrogen
A convicted murderer put to death via an untested method, used his last words to slam the execution as forcing humanity backwards.
2yo boy starves to death next to dead dad
A young boy has been found dead in a home after his father died of a heart attack. A review has been launched into the incident.
Meth addict’s incredible transformation
A woman who was addicted to meth has shared her incredible transformation three years after quitting the life-destroying drug.
Shock reason couple denied Aussie’s sperm
An Australian man’s selfless act to help a couple start a family has been tarnished after they decided against taking his sperm for a wild reason.
Crushing diagnosis after 3yo’s nappy change
After undergoing seemingly endless rounds of chemotherapy, Paddy and his parents were told things were looking positive. But the family was dealt a crushing blow.
‘Horrendous’: Woman’s plane act sparks fury
A woman’s infuriating and “selfish” act for the duration of an overnight flight has left many social media users speechless.
‘Cover up’: Plus size woman’s bikini angers
A plus-size woman who loves to wear crop tops and skimpy swimmers revealed she cops nasty abuse from strangers for her confidence.
Dad’s warning after terrifying beach find
An Aussie dad is warning others of a dangerous find, after he and his son had a near-death experience with a highly venomous sea creature at a beach.
Beautiful twist after no-show at book launch
A humble retiree who had not a single person turn up to his local library at the launch of his debut book has experienced an extraordinary turn of fortune.
Shock new claims emerge on Hoskins’ death
Melissa Hoskins died on December 30 after being hit by a 4WD ute, allegedly driven by her husband Rohan Dennis.
Goldendoodle costs family $6,000
In thirty minutes, one furry criminal tried to bite off more than he can chew – but couldn’t eat all the evidence.
12yo student raped by teacher’s fury: ‘Ripoff’
Vili Fualaau, the student lover and later husband of Mary Kay Letourneau, has slammed the latest chapter in the long-running saga.
Woman’s amazing NYE Sydney train hack
A woman has revealed the brilliant way she was able to enjoy uninterrupted views of Sydney’s New Year’s Eve fireworks – and she was back in bed by 12.20am.
‘Disturbing’: Mosman at war over shop sign
A Sydney massage parlour sign has sparked a mass debate online, with many calling it ‘disgusting’.
Aussie pub drops wild 2023 CCTV footage
Bums, biffs, burnouts and chunder – An Aussie pub is going viral for posting a compilation of the best CCTV footage they have recorded in 2023.
‘I impregnated 180 women, but I’m single’
‘Dangerous’ father of 180 kids has complained he can’t get a girlfriend, as experts warn against using social media to find sperm donors.
‘Freedom’: Gypsy Rose grins after jail release
Released three years early from a second-degree murder charge, she’s now preparing to tell her story.
Family loses father and house in 24 hours
A Queensland family has lost an adored father and husband on the same day their family home went up in smoke in a Boxing Day tragedy.
Aussie singer’s brilliant clapback to trolls
An Aussie singer who was cruelly targeted by trolls over his unique appearance has had the last laugh with a brilliant clapback to online bullies.
Woman trashes mum in scathing obituary
A woman has sparked intense backlash over a scathing obituary she wrote about her “violent, hateful, and cruel” mum – who she also described as a “monster”.
Doctor ‘had sex with women in his surgery’
The doctor said all their acts were consensual, and argued everything that took place was because of his sex addiction.
Aussie’s wholesome Xmas gift to strangers
An Aussie has gifted flight ticket vouchers to people in need instead of letting them go to waste, performing the ultimate Christmas miracle.
‘Worst thing’: Aussies regret buying homes
Buying a home is a dream for many people, but for one couple home ownership has turned into a nightmare, and they are not alone.
‘I got fired for wearing too much pink’
A woman who has been dubbed the real life Elle Woods from Legally Blonde has spoken about how she got fired for wearing too much pink.
Sick reason wasp chose not to kill spider
An Aussie mum filmed an orange spider wasp taking on a giant huntsman – and the outcome of the battle is guaranteed to disturb you.
Insane moment car crushed after lightning
A dashcam video has captured a man’s incredibly close call after his car was crushed following a lightning strike.
Tradie dubbed an ‘angel’ for Subway act
In some cultures, it is a sign of the highest respect, reserved for religious institutions; but a simple act by a tradie at a fast food joint has made him a “legend”.
Woman’s shocking discovery in Xmas tree
A live possum managed to sneak in and hide inside a Christmas tree among decorations and baubles.
Sign at iconic Aussie destination sparks fury
Blue Mountains council has rolled out new pricey parking restrictions disappointing visitors and hikers — is your favourite spot on the list?
TikToker’s 40yr age gap with boyfriend
TikToker Willow has a 40 year age gap with boyfriend David, who she met on a dating app, and they couldn’t be happier.
Aussie’s ultra-rare find inside backyard pool
An Aussie man got more than he bargained for during a routine swimming pool clean.
Aussie’s $17k regret after moving to London
A well-trodden path for Australians moving abroad has been exposed for not being all it’s cracked up to be.
This is the face of meth addiction
A bodybuilder who became addicted to meth was left unrecognisable and plagued with health problems amid the horrors of the dangerous drug.
Man shoots bride, guests at own wedding
A former Thai soldier and Paralympic swimmer carried out a mass shooting during his own wedding, shooting dead his new wife. WARNING: DISTRESSING
Huge bummer after 50yo time capsule dug up
Residents of a NSW town got an unexpected blast from the past when they discovered this secret time capsule hidden underneath a library.
Haunting reason for man’s bloodshot eyes
A man reveals the tragic reason his face is bruised and battered, providing an insight into living on “Australia’s most dangerous island”.
Employee goes viral after quitting
Gail Lewis has become a viral sensation. A video of her calling time on her job after 10 years has now been viewed more than 20 million times.
Hospital failures blamed for baby’s death
A devastated couple is alleging their newborn daughter died after a series of hospital failures, which could have been prevented.
Woman’s dodgy ‘moustache’ lip filler fail
A woman has revealed that she got her dodgy ‘moustache’ lip filler dissolved and was stunned at how swollen her pout became.
Woman quits police for OnlyFans at 61
A Canadian woman, who ditched her job in law enforcement to become a bikini and OnlyFans model, is now raking in nearly $3k a week.
Influencer: ‘Why I’m catfishing an older man’
A popular TikTok influencer has revealed how she has been investigating a creep on Facebook using controversial catfishing techniques.
Video exposes Australia’s dark secret
Christmas may be a time of cheer for most households, but there’s a dark reason the holiday will be tough for thousands of Aussies.
Deadly find in Sydney rockpool
A Sydney mum and her son have had a near miss with a highly venomous sea creature in a rockpool, warning others of the find.
Twist after woman’s insane forehead tattoo
A London woman who showed off a giant forehead tattoo depicting her partner’s name has posted a new video, dividing her fans.
Tragedy as 13-month-old boy suddenly dies
A family’s nightmare became reality last week when their toddler died within hours of seeming completely happy and healthy.
Mother’s torment after deadly attack
An Australian mother has detailed the horrific day her world turned upside down at the hands of her own father.
Aussie’s unexpected find under car at servo
An Aussie roadtrippers servo stop took an unexpected turn when she discovered an unusual hitch beneath her car.
Mum dies after marshmallow-eating contest
A mother of two choked and died while taking part in a marshmallow-eating contest at a fundraising event.
‘Broken’: Family loses farm for second time
A young family says they at “absolute breaking point” after tragically losing their farm for the second time.
Grandmother scammed out of $750,000
An Australian grandmother has been scammed out of $750,000 in a complex fraud scheme after selling her family home.
Woman exposes nuns’ brutal secret
Patricia Jones was snatched from her mother when she was five and subjected to years of brutal abuse – an experience that haunts her decades later.
Case so horrific jurors asked for therapy
A US mother has been sentenced to 78 years prison for killing her two daughters. Warning: Distressing content
‘I died for seven minutes. Here’s what I saw’
A British stage actor who died before being miraculously revived 10 years ago is speaking out about his brief visit to the afterlife.
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