US ‘won’t put up with’ Zelensky for much longer: Trump
Donald Trump has escalated his criticism of Volodymyr Zelensky as the US President prepares to meet aides to discuss the next steps on Ukraine amid reports he will block military aid.
Price to pay: hand that feeds the nation bites Albanese
The food sector has united to accuse Labor of failing to act on rising prices, warning that customers are paying more at shopping centres and restaurants because of high energy prices, the PM’s workplace relations agenda and a lack of productivity-enhancing reforms.
Indigenous group seeks sacred status for Mount Panorama site after Blayney mine success
The fringe Indigenous body that brought down the goldmine project has laid the groundwork for an unprecedented legal bid to declare the peak of Mount Panorama a sacred site, after a former member’s ashes were scattered there.
‘Flee or be ready for a beating’ as Tropical Cyclone Alfred looms
Residents between the Sunshine and Gold coasts have been warned as Alfred moves closer to Queensland, threatening destructive wind, waves and ‘intense’ rainfall.
Companies with highest, lowest gender pay gap revealed | FULL LIST
Major companies including Qantas, Virgin Australia and the Macquarie Group have significant gender pay gaps, with 72 per cent of employers paying men more than women, a new national snapshot shows.
Pitt falls: The unexplained exit of an IT star
Founder syndrome or management style? You don’t have to hunt far online to get a feel for how some of software company Buildkite’s employees felt about their now departed boss.
Gina Rinehart gives away millions at belated birthday bash
Mining billionaire Gina Rinehart combined her belated birthday festivities with a staff windfall.
‘$21m loan affair’: billionaire Pratt alleges ex-husband borrowed for new fiancee
Billionaire Heloise Pratt has claimed Alex Waislitz took more than $21m in loans to buy a luxury apartment and back companies connected to his new fiancee’s music career.
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Sir Keir a statesman? Who’d have thought?
It has taken eight months in office but finally Sir Keir Starmer has found his moment, bringing together Europe and bridging the continent to the Trump administration.
Trump will pay historic price for his treachery
The President’s treatment of Volodymyr Zelensky leaves the western alliance in its gravest crisis since 1945 — but we must pull through.
Cold reality is the US can’t be bogged down in Ukraine
Many people find it unconscionable to negotiate with Putin and give up on Ukraine’s efforts to roll back Russia’s gains. But this is the cold, hard reality: Russia controls about 20 per cent of Ukraine, which is outmanned and outgunned on the battlefield.
Fair wages for all a hard sell as Trump declares war on woke
There are plenty of numbers in the report on the gender pay gap, but will the message get through the anti-DEI rhetoric?
ASX to fall before RBA minutes; US tariffs loom
February rate cut meeting detail, retail commentary on investor radars. Star’s liquidity crisis continues. US stocks down ahead of deadline on Trump’s 25 per cent levy on Canadian and Mexican goods. TSMC’s $US100bn US investment.
‘Crazy’ state of affairs at Whyalla laid bare, workers owed millions
About $1.34bn is owed to thousands of creditors linked to the Whyalla steelworks, administrators have revealed, adding the business had been ‘running on empty’.
Sanjeev Gupta’s deal-making days are over
Victoria insolvencies surge as ATO chases hefty debt
Coles laments $500m in sales lost to supermarket rivals
Unions accuse Rio of iron ore scare campaign
Rio Tinto says industrial peace is at risk, as it tries to stave off a union power grab.
‘Dark clouds have been lifted’: On the ground in Whyalla
Around Whyalla, some businesses with links to the steelworks had been down to their last few thousand dollars in the bank but government intervention has put a pep back in their step.
TV’s ‘Outback Wrangler’ launches lawsuit
TV’s Outback Wrangler, Matt Wright, has launched his own legal action in the face of several lawsuits over the helicopter crash that killed mate and co-star Chris Wilson.
Call to share contact details from Burke’s citizenship blitz
Slamming the large-scale events as a ‘reckless politicisation’, James Paterson has written to Home Affairs requesting the release of details of new Australians sworn in, following accusations ceremonies had been hijacked to buy votes.
National days ‘not all about bigotry’
Multicultural leaders back ‘important’ Harmony Day after a racism watchdog said the event ‘hides systemic racism’.
‘In the name of Mabo, put royalties to work’
Australian, US subs sail out as Chinese flotilla nears WA
PM to sidestep Premier in ‘minimalist’ poll plan
Labor limbers up for poll with $2.6bn pay vow
The Albanese government has announced $2.6bn to fund pay raises for 60,000 aged-care nurses, in the next step of a health-focused pre-election campaign.
Chinese ships go west as PM opens fire
Anthony Albanese has kept to criticism of the Coalition as three Chinese warships continued their circumnavigation of Australia.
Illegal tobacco set to overtake legal smoking
Australians smoking illicit tobacco will outnumber those consuming legal products in two years, a report warns, as it’s predicted reforming Labor’s policy could generate $18.6bn in excise tax.
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Four tips to get the most from your health insurance
We asked insurers and consumer advocates how you can get the most from your private health cover. Here’s what they said.
‘He’s a fighter’: nation awaits result of medical hero’s brain surgery
Renowned melanoma scientist Professor Richard Scolyer has undergone surgery to determine the cause of brain scan ‘changes’.
Let’s talk about sex — and how good it can be for your brain
We know that in the right circumstances sex can be mind-blowing, but there’s increasing evidence that it can be beneficial for the brain in more tangible ways.
Tasty and healthy: this fish recipe is a great catch
This recipe makes a star of fresh barramundi, teaming it up with potato, tasty fennel and dill for a fragrant combination, topped with crunchy almonds.
Yes, you can improve running with age
With more time to train, and a stronger commitment, older athletes are breaking their personal records later in life – and the science backs their efforts.
Faecal transplant cured Jane’s bipolar. Could dementia be next?
Medicos examining the link between our guts and our brains say if mental health illnesses can be treated and cured via ‘poo transplants’ then neurogenerative diseases could too.
Green light for red light therapy, sort of
Some users swear by the therapeutic regimen but its broad benefits are unclear.
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Builder at the ready to help in hunt for Bronwyn’s remains
A builder has offered to repair damage that may be caused if police search a property for Bronwyn Winfield’s remains | NEW EPISODE
Bronwyn family applauds investigation
Investigative journalist Hedley Thomas has met with the full family of Bronwyn Winfield as he discusses the mystery of the Lennox Head mother’s disappearance.
‘Devious’ Winfield faces windfall challenge
A multimillion-dollar inheritance received by murder suspect Jon Winfield could be in jeopardy after a former sole beneficiary heard of developments in the Bronwyn podcast | NEW EPISODE
Jon Winfield’s fumble over woman’s multimillion-dollar fortune
Jon Winfield may have breached his obligations as executor in the will of a woman who left him a shock multimillion-dollar inheritance, by delaying a payment to a second beneficiary.
Hamas to be sidelined in Egypt’s post-war Gaza plan
A plan for Gaza drawn up by Egypt would replace Hamas with interim bodies controlled by Arab, Muslim and Western states.
What to watch for at China meeting
Thinned out by yet another wave of purges, Xi Jinping and his top officials are about to meet in Beijing for the ‘Two Sessions’. Here are five things to watch for at China’s most important annual political meeting.
‘Time isn’t on your side’: Trump team piles pressure on Zelensky
EU takes Hamas to task as aid blocked
Canada ‘sovereignty’ PM’s pitch to Charles
Trump’s isolationist old world order
Let China dominate the Pacific, Russia dominate Europe, and the US the Americas. If this is Trump’s agenda he should tell Americans.
Egypt’s alternative Gaza plan ‘ready to be presented’
Egypt’s plan for Gaza, which ensures Palestinians remain in place while the enclave is reconstructed, will be presented at an emergency Arab summit in Cairo on Tuesday.
How to protect NATO, AUKUS and other alliances from Trump
House and Senate Republicans must stand up against dismantling US alliances and gutting the defence budget; they should redirect Donald Trump’s focus to other targets, especially the EU.
See inside Penelope Seidler’s extraordinary art-filled home
How architect and art collector Penelope Seidler adds to her landmark Sydney home.
Oscars record falls – it’s four in one go
Anora director Sean Baker has become the first person to win four Oscars in the same year for the same film. Mikey Madison pulled off the biggest upset, taking best actress for her work on Anora.
Oscars best dressed: sparkles, brooches and touching tributes
Hollywood’s night of nights means princess mode, touches of the avant-garde and a few surprising moments.
Is this the best phone you can buy under $500?
Samsung has followed Apple, unleashing its artificial intelligence product across its cheaper devices as competition in the smartphone market intensifies.
Forget Puglia, this tiny island is Italy’s best kept secret
It is one of the smallest kingdoms in Europe and our Italian expert reveals why you should visit it along with the best places to visit in the rest of the country.
‘You’ll be waited on, hand and foot. It’s a next-level experience’
The new business and first lounge from one of the world’s most awarded airlines offers extraordinary service.
How to discover the heart of Cambodia on The Mekong
Riding the shifting waters of Tonle Sap is a journey through thousands of years of history and culture.
Why this is one of the best hikes in the world
The wild and windy landscape of this part of the world provides an extraordinary challenge but it is incredibly rewarding. Here is how to do it.
Hold the buffet. It’s possible to be healthy on a cruise
Cruises are famously indulgent, but with a little perseverance they can be calibrated to make you feel healthier and happier. Travel + Luxury tested the idea on a chicly equipped Ritz-Carlton ship.
‘Boys come in all shapes and sizes’
One Christmas, Robert Dessaix asked for the gift of a doll in a dress. Was he queer, gender fluid, or gender dysphoric? In a modern world that loves its labels he writes: ‘I was just a boy playing with a doll. Masculinity is infinitely nuanced’.
The label ‘neurodivergent’ needs a rebrand
In our rigidly judgmental social order we have parents despairing at oddball children and teachers frustrated, but those kids’ singular minds should be recognised as gifts. There will be a Jeff Bezos or a Bill Gates among them.
Even in tough times, I’m optimistic for the future
In today’s world, in which many Australians are suffering the effects of a cost-of-living crisis, what is the hope on the horizon?
The unexpected start to my friendship with Lady Joan Lindsay
My story begins with a telly show I did half a century ago, when the ABC sent me to review an exhibition of Norman Lindsay’s paintings. Knowing little of art and less of Lindsay I was perfectly unqualified, but that didn’t stop me.
Smith triumphs in last captaincy stand with Sandpapergate forgiven
Win, lose or draw against India in Tuesday’s Champions Trophy semi-final in Dubai, Stevie Smith is finishing his leadership duties on a note so high it could shatter glass.
Hird reveals dream for footy’s ‘Beyond Blue,’ media return fears
James Hird says an emerging independent voice for past AFL players could serve as footy’s version of Beyond Blue, as he reveals his trepidations about returning to the AFL media circle.
Tahs fans look away: $5 million man set to miss crucial derbies
Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii was at Waratahs headquarters on Monday, but could only participate in video meetings as he remains on the sidelines for another two crucial matches.
Australia’s nightmare opener dilemma as mystery spinner looms
A semi-final showdown is shaping as the ultimate Champions Trophy challenge – with India enjoying a dream preparation while an under-manned Australia mull on their latest injury blow.
Real reason David Fifita reneged on $3.4 million Roosters deal
Titans superstar David Fifita has admitted his decision to renege on a four-year, $3.4 million deal with the Roosters last year was multi-faceted. But it was unconditional love that swayed his decision to stay on the Gold Coast. WATCH THE VIDEO
‘Throat grab’ defence: CCTV evidence to decide NRL coach’s future
Warriors assistant coach Richard Agar is adamant CCTV footage from Allegiant Stadium will help rebuff claims he grab a journalist by the throat. See how the club and NRL have responded.
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Top six Mediterranean ports you must visit on your next cruise
Dreaming of sun-soaked days, mouth-watering feasts and breathtaking landscapes? A cruise to these Mediterranean ports will tick all the right boxes.
Victorian farmer pushing new boundaries after grant
A first-generation berry farmer is looking to extend the berry season in Australia with new methods of farming.
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We need a Plan B in case ‘King Donald’ betrays our alliance
The PM’s first term has been a mess — but a second would be worse
The dystopian picture of an Albanese second act with major roles for Greens and teals may be just the scare campaign the Coalition needs. Yet we have to steel ourselves for the prospect that it could become our lived reality.
What have we become? Silence over babies’ murder a terrifying insight
Countries from Argentina to the US responded in solidarity to the deaths of Israel’s little Bibas boys. Here in Australia? Not a word in response from Anthony Albanese and Penny Wong to this heinous act.
Does a change of course beckon for Hrdlicka?
Qantas flight makes emergency landing after cockpit fills with smoke
A Sydney to Perth flight spent only minutes in the air before declaring an emergency on-board, circling back to land as its cockpit filled with smoke.
Qantas flying high for International Women’s Day
Qantas and Jetstar are showcasing the wide-ranging talents of their female workforce, with 50 all-female-operated flights.
Feds reach $4.8bn funding deal with Minns
Racism watchdog not happy with the happiness of Harmony Day
The Human Rights Commission complains the decision to rename the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination as Harmony Day in schools has ‘turned the day from a protest against racial discrimination into a celebration’.
Fight signalled over uni anti-Semitism call
Muslim peak bodies and student associations have rejected a common definition of anti-Semitism approved by almost 40 Australian universities to be enforced on campuses to protect Jewish Australians.
When prosperity stalls, ingenuity calls: a new era for The Lucky Country
IVF giant in a battle to rebuild trust after cyber data breach
The Genea brand will struggle to recover from the cyberattack and leak of its personal client data on the dark web with brands experts labelling it “one of the most damaging” privacy breaches.
Vegas a winning gamble for Foxtel
Men’s and women’s rugby league players competing in Las Vegas is the proverbial starting whistle for a big month of Foxtel Group subscriptions, as last year proved.
Melbourne’s property market has a pulse but is this a revival?
Expanding Marriott makes its biggest splash in Fiji
Despite the cost-of-living crisis, Marriott International had a record-breaking 2024 and its Fiji resort was the shining light.
Interior designers say this one surprising feature is taking off in Australian homes
The cocktail trend that began during the pandemic has continued. Houses are now adapting to let the good times roll.
Blackbird ventures an opinion on AI outlook: there’s no sign of a bubble
Security upgrade? Bank on it, says the Commonwealth
Australia’s largest bank is strengthening its security by introducing a multi-factor authentication system requiring customers to approve a prompt in the app to log in.
Super funds’ US push ‘misguided’
Australia is experiencing a ‘quiet collapse’ as it struggles to diversify its economy from mining and misses an opportunity to capitalise on top tech talent who are leaving to build valuable businesses overseas.
Do we let science give ‘voice’ to Mungo Man’s neighbours or let them lie?
Meat the hi-tech, cost-friendly new food culture
Would you eat meat grown in a laboratory? You will soon have the opportunity, from top-end quail foie gras to mass-market lamb mince.
Chinese rover finds evidence of beaches on Mars
Mars may once have been home to sun-soaked ‘vacation-style beaches’ with lapping waves and gentle breezes, newly collected data shows.
Irresistible potato recipes you’ll love
‘A couple of the best wines to ever come out of Orange’
This dialled-in bunch of winemakers and grape growers from the NSW Central Tablelands have created a drop which I can only describe as a masterclass in cool-climate chardonnay.
Why this jammy fruit makes the best summer eating
They beg to be eaten straight from the punnet, torn open to reveal their jammy interior. But if you can bear to wait, to let them find their place in a dish, the rewards are even greater.
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