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Woolies, Coles ‘fake’ discounts spread across the entire supermarket
Woolworths and Coles fooled customers into buying everyday groceries by using fake discounts spanning almost every aisle of the supermarket, new court documents reveal.
Sinwar fan revealed as aviation worker who praised Palestinian hijacker
An activist who lauded Yahya Sinwar as a ‘warrior and legend’ is a Sydney aviation worker who has previously applauded Palestinian plane hijacker Leila Khaled.
‘Political exhibitionism’: Abbott blasts Thorpe for disrupting King’s speech
Tony Abbott was among the attendees critical of Lidia Thorpe’s foul-mouthed spray during a reception for King Charles and Camilla at parliament house, while the Senator says she intended to hand the king ‘a notice of complicity in genocide’ | WATCH
The Cat’s lair gets a visit from the corporate cop
The Byron Bay home of media entrepreneur Antony Catalano was raided by ASIC investigators last week, allegedly in relation to trading in asset manager Magellan.
Pro-Palestine students pursue international court action against VC
The students are threatening to take action in the International Criminal Court against the University of Melbourne’s vice-chancellor.
Nine boss confirms multiple ‘investigations’ under way
Acting CEO Matt Stanton has revealed its been a ‘tough couple of days’ amid findings of extensive misconduct including sexual harassment and bullying at the business.
Jeremy Clarkson on his heart scare: Was I days from death? Maybe
As I’ve discovered, a heart attack is like bankruptcy: it happens gradually and then suddenly.
Scatter and survive: How the US will deny China ‘big, juicy’ targets
America is upgrading far-off runways, reviving World War II airfields and pumping money into Australian military bases in a strategy shift to counter the threat of China’s enormous missile arsenal.
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Richard White must step aside to protect WiseTech
At the very least, the WiseTech boss should take up his board’s suggestion to temporarily vacate his position.
Why the Nine empire may be split up after damning review
Nine’s workplace review report didn’t detail a management restructure to overcome its problems, rather it was tacitly inviting capital markets to look even more closely at splitting the empire.
Israel truths buried by false media narrative
Left wing journalists love quoting Jews who criticise Israel. It’s a version of the ABC’s strategy of rolling out the welcome mat for former Coalition leaders who want to criticise the Coalition.
Victoria’s new orthodoxy is state religion in disguise
If the state government’s proposed anti-vilification changes proceed, Victorians will lose their right to free speech, setting a precedent for the entire country.
Qantas ordered to pay $170k compo with more to come
Qantas faces a hefty compensation bill for unlawfully outsourced workers but not as much as the TWU might have liked after a Federal Court ruling.
Virgin pushes for quick decision on extra Qatar flights
Virgin Australia has asked the competition watchdog to fast-track its decision on a deeper relationship with Qatar Airways, so more flights to Doha can get underway from June.
CBA offshoring sparks spat with union
Beware false dawn on US economy, Macquarie warns
BlueScope calls for east coast gas reservation
Lack of investment holding back innovation – and green solutions
Government regulation to make big business adopt a recycling mindset will ensure Australia becomes a truly circular economy.
Being rich today is about much more than money
If your total household wealth is close to $600,000, you are richer than around 50 per cent of the population. See how you measure up.
Nick Scali issues profit warning on higher freight costs
An unexpected spike in freight costs has punctured furniture chain Nick Scali’s typically robust and market-leading profit margins to see the retailer issue a profit warning at its AGM.
Ex-Nine junior staffer: boss raped me
An investigation is under way after a former employee at the media company claims she was raped by a male manager after a Christmas work event.
Planet Clementine: Ford’s terrorist hot take sets tongues wagging
Ford’s ‘troubling’ social media monologue on Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar from the front seat of her car raises questions.
Yahya Sinwar hailed as a ‘legend’ at Sydney rally
Unions put Crisafulli on notice: $1bn election-eve pay fight
King Charles tells Australia to keep the faith in democracy
Bring France into AUKUS: Boris Johnson
The former UK prime minister recalls the creation of AUKUS and says France should join the nuclear submarine pact.
Explain why Pezzullo medal removed: Hume
Opposition frontbencher Jane Hume says reasons the Governor-General stripped the former top public servant of his Order of Australia medal should be “made transparent” in the interests of “integrity and trust”.
Law firm ‘is doubling up’ on dam victims
More than 200,000 claimants suing BHP in a $17bn lawsuit have already been compensated for damage caused amid the Mariana dam disaster, the Australian mining giant will tell a London court.
Australia’s Top 100 Innovators of 2024 revealed
They are the best and the brightest, the Australians leading the way as they turn good ideas into products and services for local and global markets. Meet the innovators making a difference to our world.
The List: Innovators under 40 changing the game
An energy network in the sky, CCTV cameras that get to know you, changing building structures one timber at a time are just some of the clever ways these entrepreneurs are changing the world.
Bio-banks and cancer tissue mining: the Aussie inventors changing health
As a keen runner, Lydia O’Donnell followed the advice of coaches over dieticians and it had serious, long-term ramifications. She did her own research and now joins a new generation turning med tech breakthroughs into business.
Is it a cinema? Is it a plane? Welcome to the car of the future
Look forward to cars that not only do the driving – or even flying – but also offer cinema-like entertainment to while away the journey, plus so much more.
Food, TV … and a $48,000 Birkin bag. What the Sinwars took into hiding
The Israeli Defence Forces have suggested that as well as taking a plasma TV and millions of shekels into hiding, the Hamas leader’s wife carried a luxury Hermes bag.
Israel bombs Hezbollah-linked finance group as war escalates
The Israeli military pounded Beirut’s southern suburbs in an attack targeting the US-sanctioned Al-Qard Al-Hassan, accused of financing the Iran-backed terror group.
US probes intelligence leak about Israel’s Iran attack plans
‘Hero’ Sinwar wins wider support dead than alive
Netanyahu labels Hezbollah attempt on his life ‘a grave mistake’
Trump’s shift at McDonald’s was a campaign win – and a photographer’s dream
The former president has a canny and sometimes accidental knack for producing the most iconic pictures in presidential campaign history; his latest visit to McDonald’s didn’t disappoint.
Trump, a bully with a heart of gold who craves approval
Donald Trump oscillates between bullying and ingratiation as he tries to influence dictators, would-be immigrants – and newspaper editorialists.
We’ll get free trade pass under Trump
Mystery $45m wave of pro-Trump bets moves crypto market
GOP moderates desert Trump
Police hunt Liam Payne’s drug dealer
Police in Argentina are interviewing five witnesses as they attempt to reconstruct the One Direction singer’s final moments before he fell to his death from a hotel balcony, as his father retraces trip.
Our favourite chefs reveal their recipes for next-level home cooking
From Neil Perry’s easy lamb cutlets to Kylie Kwong’s impressive blue swimmer crab and Bill Granger’s famous ricotta hotcakes, we’ve selected the 20 best restaurant quality recipes for you to whip up at home.
New Apple iPad mini: double the storage for the same price
Apple has redesigned its smallest iPad to cater for the AI boom, with a faster chip, new colours and double the minimum storage to 128GB for the same price as the previous model.
Pop-rock hit at the horrors of social media
Dear Evan Hansen’s pop-rock score is full of attractive songs. The best are sung gorgeously by endearing and optimistic star Beau Woodbridge, despite being pitched treacherously high.
How to get an upgrade to business class
The days of dressing up to get a last-minute seat may be over but there are other ways to get bumped up to the pointy end of the plane.
The crowd-free Italian town just 5km from Portofino
This Italian Riviera port is where locals go on holiday for ocean swims, fresh fish and walks in the hills. And there’s not a superyacht in sight.
17 chefs, a welcome massage and cocktails by a monastery
This resort is one of five luxury properties by Six Senses in Bhutan and is an experience that will never be forgotten.
How to spot a safari fraud
There are key indicators to look out for when booking a wildlife adventure to ensure you protect the incredible animals you are there to see.
The high-stakes police surveillance operation that brought down Greg Lynn
Officers didn’t have enough evidence to charge the Jetstar pilot with the murders of Russell Hill and Carol Clay. What they desperately needed was surveillance. In the middle of a pandemic lockdown, how did they get inside his home undiscovered?
‘It’s about your record’: Tony Blair’s winning formula for re-election
Seventeen years after leaving 10 Downing Street, Sir Tony Blair’s influence on world politics is greater than ever. What advice does he have for current leaders?
Dementia stole his mind, but still our granddaughter held his hand
Despite all the advice and the experience I’d gained from my career, nothing prepared me for my beloved’s Alzheimer’s. But there were upsides, and life lessons, which I will carry with me forever.
An artist retreats: Tony Clark, his tin shed, and a life’s work
What led this painter to brush off the urbane art world and seek solace among the crocs in remote Far North Queensland?
The tragedy of King Charles: he had too little time
I support an Australian republic, yet retain affection for Charles the man. Because his mother lived so long and refused to cede power to her son, we now have an elderly, ailing monarch who has only touched his kingly legacy lightly.
Ferrari clinch 1-2, Mad Max fumes in controversial US GP finish
Charles Leclerc has won the United States Grand Prix with a stunning drive in Texas, but all the drama was behind him.
Just for openers, Marcus Harris doesn’t fit an Australian side older than Dad’s Army
The combined age of Ray Illingworth’s ‘Dad’s Army’ England tourists in 1970? Younger than Pat Cummins’ Australians will be against India next month. Which is just another reason why Marcus Harris is the wrong option to replace Dave Warner.
‘What the f*** just happened’: Tszyu career left in tatters
Tim Tszyu was blown away by Bakhram Murtazaliev, going down four times inside three rounds in a horrific comeback that could have serious consequences. See how it unfolded and the aftermath here.
Path opens for batting phenom as Test challengers flop
Australia’s Test batting challengers failed to make a major impression in their respective auditions, paving the way for teen sensation Sam Konstas to further his case for a shock debut.
Crash: Mam crisis will define what Maguire stands for
Good luck, Madge. Michael Maguire knew the Broncos coaching position was a big job, and he’s now walking into a monumental situation on his first week in the job – and it could define his tenure at the club.
Cadee’s 400th celebrated in style as Phoenix kick off new era with win
The 36ers came up clutch for Jason Cadee’s 400th game with a hard-fought win against the Jack Jumpers, while United were stunned by their local rivals marking the dawn of a new era for the Phoenix.
A glittering chapter in Chopard’s history
Chopard’s new Global Ambassador Bella Hadid perfectly embodies the elegance and Joie de Vivre of Chopard’s Haute Joaillerie watches.
Indulge in Australia’s most remote luxury lodge
You can’t reach the Berkeley River Lodge by road. Instead, fly in and experience the Kimberley scenery at its most spectacular.
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Australia’s depressing retreat from big-picture politics
Hamas leader died having failed abysmally
A year after Yahya Sinwar’s October 7 massacre, all he achieved was to damage Israel’s international reputation and spark an ugly revival of anti-Semitism in the West, including in Australia.
Starmer has had a magical first 100 days … black magic, that is
British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s victory suggested, misleadingly, Princess Di popularity. Within a minute he sank to Prince Harry unpopularity, and seems headed to Prince Andrew territory.
Destination detours as travellers seek out new sights
Flight Centre smashed over ‘vague’ market update
Almost $1bn has been wiped from the market value of Flight Centre by investors after the travel agency delivered a vague update that appeared to reveal a 2025 profit downgrade.
Qantas denied say in pilots’ standby duty case
Australia’s biggest airline will be shut out of a court case examining whether pilots’ standby duty should be counted as work hours.
Top universities to slash 1000 jobs
Have the courage to rewrite story of Western decline
Culturally, we are witnessing the deconstruction of the value system that laid the foundations of our freedom, prosperity and our valued egalitarianism.
Graduate teachers ‘lacking key skills’
Australia’s leading classroom management expert says some student teachers are graduating without the skills or the knowledge to manage student conduct in the classroom.
Integration the key as customers seek holistic approach: Droga
Partnerships are critical but agencies must be braver
Partnerships will play a critical role for agencies going forward but the success still lies in being brave, according to Omnicom Advertising chief Troy Ruhanen.
Advertising’s gender representation debate back in the spotlight
Gender representation in the advertising industry is in the spotlight again as agencies threaten to boycott a trade publication.
Aristocratic Vesteys selling out of prestige Adelaide Hills winery
Plotting past prime ministerial purchases
Anthony Albanese and fiancee Jodie Haydon’s $4.3m purchase has copped some heat but history shows the PM is far from the first in the nation’s top office to spend big on property.
OTR founders test investor interest in prime sites
Adelaide’s wealthy Shahins, the family behind The Bend racing car circuit and the OTR chain, which they sold to Viva Energy, are testing investor interest in some of their prime real estate.
ReadyTech doubles down on backing Tassie tech talent
WiseTech pushes on with student mentor program
WiseTech is pushing ahead with plans to encourage 100 students to join its Earn & Learn mentoring program as its founder and CEO Richard White battles sensational allegations.
Inside Apple, Amazon and Uber’s war on waste
The tech titans are the biggest buyers of solar and wind energy but that’s not enough to offset the rapid rise of data centres that power the AI boom. Here’s how they plan to stay green.
Samples collected for first national DNA database
Bat with bite puts end to ore plan
Rio Tinto and its partner in the Rhodes Ridge joint venture have informed regulators they will no longer push ahead with a long-awaited proposal to mine the Giles Mini deposit near Newman due to its impact on potential roosting sites for the vulnerable Ghost Bat.
Nobel winner issues AI alert
After receiving the Nobel Prize in Physics, British-Canadian AI pioneer Geoffrey Hinton, who shared the prize with John Hopfield, warned that the technology he helped create could lead to the subjugation of humanity.
These posh ‘pigs in a blanket’ are perfect for parties
Can we have the (royal) menu?
Royal menus have always been indulgent, each capturing a moment in time.
India has winemakers licking their lips
Only about 1 per cent of the Indian population drinks wine, but with 1.42 billion inhabitants, any growth in consumption offers massive opportunities.
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