Toxic new trend on the rise in Australia
Experts have warned against a toxic new trend that on the rise and wreaking havoc in people’s relationships.
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Entitled mum-in-law’s wild birth demand
A pregnant woman is pleading for help after being pressured by her husband to allow her mother-in-law in the room while she gives birth.
Update on cop accused of tasering 95yo
There has been a major development for a police officer charged with tasering a 95-year-old great-grandmother while she was using a walking frame.
‘Flaky’ Australians slammed by Canadian
Australians have been offered a piece of humble pie over a painful habit many may not know they’re guilty of.
Jock Zonfrillo’s daughter breaks silence
The late MasterChef judge’s eldest daughter has posted a tribute on social media three weeks after her father’s shock death.
What solar eclipse means for your star sign
Moon enthusiasts need to head to one Australian state on Thursday to witness a rare event that promises to be magnificent.
Biggest mistake millennial women make
Melissa Shedden tried one hack to make her life easier and now she wants all Millennial women to know about it.
Dom’s tears for son’s missed milestone
The NSW Premier says the requirements of the job meant he missed a key moment in his son’s life amid campaigning for the March 25 state election.
Rare space event to hit Australia today
For the first time since 1996, this celestial event will impact Australia – and the consequences could be huge.
Julia Roberts’ family secret kept for 150 years
Hollywood super star Julia Roberts was certain about who her family were. Turns out, she was wrong.
Man charged over partner’s death in CBD
A 27-year-old man has been charged over the death of a 24-year-old woman who was found in a CBD.
Boyfriend’s final word for slain mum
Heartbreaking messages are continuing to pour in for a mother who was allegedly murdered by her ex-husband.
‘Never forget’: School tragedy memorial
Hillcrest Primary School and the wider Devonport community are planning to commemorate the jumping castle tragedy that took the lives of six children.
Urgent deadline for Christmas mail
Strict deadlines for sending Christmas cards and gifts so they can be delivered in time are quickly closing in, Australia Post warns.
Happy ending in search for missing boys
There’s been a good twist in the search for two young boys, aged three and eight, who went missing.
‘Cultish’: Exorcisms, gay conversion exposed
Exorcisms, LGBTIQA+ suppression and sexual assaults were allegedly happening at a rehab facility, prompting one state government to ban conversion practices.
Key issue affecting young Aussies
Teenagers are crying out for help on a range of issues, a survey has revealed.
‘A wreck’: Dad’s complaint about new mum
A husband had laid out exactly what it’s like to go home to his wife since their baby was born – and how it makes him want to leave her.
Aussie state to overhaul strict abortion laws
One state with some of the toughest abortion laws in Australia is seeking to finally overhaul its outdated legislation.
Westfield reveals big Santa photo change
Westfield has unveiled a major change to its Santa photo offering in one state.
I married my stepbrother – mum didn’t mind
A 23-year-old woman is keeping it in the family by marrying her stepbrother – and their parents support their decision.
Aussies bucked major Covid trend
Aussies managed to do one thing surprisingly better than most during the Covid-19 pandemic, Australian Bureau of Statistics data has revealed.
Mum ‘convinced’ she looks like 22yo’s sister
We all like to think we look younger than we really are – but one mum is convinced that she looks like her 22-year-old daughter’s sister.
How tiny tattoo solved 60-year mystery
An Aussie woman has met her biological siblings for the first time in 60 years, and made a shock discovery about another sister who passed away.
‘Rules sex’: Wild impact of tonight’s moon
Tuesday’s “unpredictable and erratic” solar eclipse means strange things for money, sex and relationships. Buckle up.
‘Mortifying’: Woman sent parents nudes
Fitness influencer Steph Claire Smith has revealed she accidentally sent her parents a nude photo and her mum replied.
‘Disgrace’: Plan to end domestic violence
A national plan to end violence against women and children includes some big changes to key services.
Annoying thing people with kids always do
Child-free by choice, Jana Hocking has noticed there’s something her mum and dad friends expect from her – and it’s not OK.
Late film icon’s surprising Aussie relative
An Australian public figure has paid tribute to his surprising relative, Oscar nominated and Golden Globe winning actress Angela Lansbury.
The daily struggles of being a ‘tall girl’
Marie Temara is a towering 188cm tall but she’s the short one in a family of “giants” that are taking the internet by storm.
How rapist babysitter used Facebook
A court has heard how a babysitter who raped an infant and sexually abused 15 other children used social media to gain the trust of families.
‘Bridezilla’s’ wedding non-negotiables
An Aussie woman has been labelled a “bridezilla” after sharing her list of wedding “non-negotiables” in a TikTok trend.
Parents’ big news after daughter’s death
The parents of a seven year old girl who died in hospital from multi-organ failure, finally have some good news to share.
Disgraceful act costing state $3 billion
Billions of dollars will be stripped from the NSW economy due to the growing impact of one thing during the Covid-19 pandemic.
‘Unexplainable’ twin phenomenon revealed
Identical twins have revealed an “odd” and “unexplainable” twin phenomenon, with a claim that has since been backed by twin siblings world wide.
Unlikely winners in inflation crisis
Some Australians are cashing in on welfare changes and pocketing hundreds of dollars in the process.
‘Too late’: Girls forced out on street
The father of a girl forced to sleep on the street after she was let down by the homelessness services system fears it is too late for her.
’We sacrifice’: Couple’s drama after rate rise
Many people are on edge waiting to see just how high interest rates will go up when the Reserve Bank of Australia meets next week.
DNA solves sisters’ 17-year mystery
Two sisters, who were adopted by different families as babies, have opened up about their emotional reunion after a 17-year search.
‘Hi, Mum’: Scam text alert for parents
Scammers are taking extraordinary steps to dupe people, including pretending to be the children of parents to steal money.
MAFS stars spotted sunbaking topless
Domenica Calarco and Ella Ding are enjoying a European getaway where they rocked G-string bikinis on a boat and even went topless.
Why we are telling fewer lies online
The Covid-19 pandemic has exposed changes to the way we use social media, interact with people and even how we work.
Winners of interest rate hike revealed
Rising interest rates are giving many people a headache but there are some people who are benefiting from it.
Heartwarming moment paraplegic stands up
Footage has emerged of the heartwarming moment a woman who was crushed by a 600kg horse stands up on her 30th birthday.
What made PM ‘emotional’ on first day
On the first day of the new parliament, Anthony Albanese became emotional as he revealed a surprise visit that meant a lot to him.
Woman reunited with her ‘magic’ ring
An Australian woman had ‘’no hope’’ staff would find the ring she’d lost in the mail, but to her surprise, they did.
How to survive a friendship break-up
A grief educator has revealed how to process the end of a friendship as painlessly as possible.
Is it OK to kiss your friends on the lips?
It’s that awkward moment when you greet a friend. Is it OK to kiss your friends on the lips?
Son allegedly dupes elderly mum of $1m
A man has been charged with defrauding a staggering sum from his elderly, ill mother who did not have capacity to grant him permission.
How to spot non-romantic gaslighting
You don’t have to be in a romantic relationship to be the victim of gaslighting. Any toxic relationship can result in emotional manipulation.
Sister books same wedding venue weeks before
A woman has booked the same wedding venue as her sister to get married just a few weeks before, but social media users are on her side.
Feud between Heard and Depp’s daughter
The feud between Johnny Depp’s daughter and his ex-wife Amber Heard has been exposed in the ugly court case between the two stars.
Daughter’s move that shocked family
Mariah Lucas, 30, not only met the man who killed her mum, but she befriended him. This is the moment she says shocked her family most.
Moment mum rises to dance with son
In an emotional moment captured on video, a groom shared a dance with his mother who is unable to walk.
Woolies slammed over ‘common’ trend
Woolworths customers have fired up at the multinational giant over a bizarre act over the Mother’s Day period.
‘Heart of gold’: Widow’s heartwarming tribute
Tributes have flown for a young father and husband who was fatally thrown from his motorcycle in a horrific crash.
Catholic priest’s ‘gross breach of trust’
An 85-year-old Catholic priest who sexually abused a girl more than 40 years ago has finally learnt his fate in court.
The best ways to get over your ex
Breaking up is hard to do but there is life after divorce and you can come through it stronger than before.
Women’s ‘rules’ men have no clue about
Author Helen Chik recently found herself in a “murky” situation which every woman knows has unwritten rules.
‘Our duty’: Australia’s ‘responsibility’ to vets
As Australia honours the sacrifice of those in the armed forces, the RSL is urging the federal government to act on veteran support.
Major warning over kids’ winter items
As winter approaches, a major warning has been issued over common household items used to keep children warm.
Teenager in coma after Easter tragedy
A 13-year-old boy is in a coma fighting for his life after he was hit by a car while riding his bike on Good Friday.
Warning on potentially deadly Easter gifts
As Easter approaches, authorities have warned of the potential dangers for children hidden in Easter toys and household items.
‘Shocking’: Single mum’s rental horror
A grieving Queensland mother has been rejected from more than 280 rental properties in the wake of her partner’s sudden death.
Subtle signs your BFF secretly hates you
Friendships can be toxic and harmful if you have a ‘frenemy’ but how do you know if you have one? Here are the signs to look out for from a relationship expert.
Woman destroyed by fake job scam
A woman has revealed how her best friend convinced her to quit her job, destroyed her wedding and cost her thousands of dollars.
Gift that brought flood victim to tears
A flood victim who had been couch surfing and using a bike to go to work sobbed with tears when a teenager made a heartwarming donation.
‘Wow’: Rare astrological event to hit Aus
It’s a one-in-166 year occurrence that “oozes optimism” but could also lead to hedonism and for people to get “lost in delusion”.
‘Harrowing’ tribute after dare goes wrong
The family of a bubbly 23-year-old man is suffering an “unthinkable loss” after he died performing a dare at a golf club.
Boy found after vanishing a week ago
A boy who has been missing in Western Australia for over a week has been found alive and well.
What dad did after shaking baby
A judge has blasted a father for assaulting his seven-week-old baby out of “frustration”, which ultimately led to the infant’s death.
More Aussies forced to live with parents
A fresh study has found the housing generation gap is widening, as more young Australians are forced to live with their parents.
Man’s wild housemate demands revealed
The list of demands made by this Perth man included someone who keeps to themselves and avoids “boring ‘polite’ casual conversations”.
‘Snide’ wife’s reaction over ‘deadbeat’ hubby
The woman is “unhappily married”, but has decided to lash out in a way that’s left her good friend – who is also single – baffled.
Oatlands crash victims’ happy news
The Abdallah family have shared some wonderful news following the tragic deaths of three of their children.
How boy was left alone on locked bus
A childcare service has been named, shamed and heavily fined after leaving a five-year-old boy alone on a locked bus.
Court allows boy to ‘adopt’ teddies
The Family Court’s ‘above and beyond’ response to the seven-year-old’s adorable request has brought tears to eyes and ‘renewed faith in humanity’.
Family’s way to ‘call’ dead dad
A grieving mother wants to install an old dial telephone at a park so people can “call” their loved ones on the other side.
‘I’m too beautiful to make friends’
Claiming being beautiful can be a curse, a woman says her looks have caused a rift between her and her group of friends.
Doctor’s role in alleged child murder plot
A mother of four and a doctor who lists paediatrics as one of his interests have been charged with trying to kill the woman’s youngest child.
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