Aussie sex symbol’s wild life laid bare
World’s highest-paid movie star, sex symbol, champion athlete and influencer decades ahead of her time – yet as a terribly handicapped child, Annette Kellerman could not even walk.
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What I learned from being on MAFS
Lucinda Light tried to find love on Married At First Sight – but her TV marriage failed then so did her post-show friendship. Here’s what she learned from it all.
‘Tight box’: Why Elon Musk sleeps in a cubicle
Elon Musk sleeps in a cubicle and has a drive for decluttering that puts Marie Kondo to shame – habits that give an insider clue as to where his DOGE chainsaw act is heading.
17yo found dead in a dingy toilet block
A teenager caught in a toxic relationship was found dead in toilet block. Her tragedy is one of six deaths exposed by an investigation into “a national shame”.
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New chair announced after festival shock exit
The Sydney Writers’ Festival has announced its new chair, just days after Kathy Shand quit over concerns this year’s event lacked diverse views on the Gaza conflict.
Dreading the new Snow White? Try this instead
Fantasy and romantasy (shorthand: dragons and sex) are so hot right now, with fans flocking to yet another twist on the genre: mashed-up fairytales for the grown-ups.
Stunning Folbigg lawyer, husband revelations
Kathleen Folbigg’s defence lawyer revealed his private views about her guilt in a startling conversation – while her husband’s remarks about the deaths of their children were suppressed.
‘Had to kill her’: Folbigg dad’s brutality
Kathleen Folbigg’s controlling father killed her mother after a family picnic turned sour – one of many tragic steps in a journey once again being brought to public attention.
‘Love’: What your dog is telling you
The animal expert who helped save social media’s most famous fearful dog, Sophie From Romania, shares three things all dog owners need to know – and how to help a pooch in panic.
Fresh blow after 8 women accuse star of rape
A New Zealand woman has alleged famous author Neil Gaiman “violently raped” her repeatedly when she worked as his live-in nanny.
’Give me 10 years’: Potter to politics
From reality TV trailblazer to author, Brooke Blurton wants to make a difference. Having just released her first novel, what’s next? Kids, uni and Parliament, possibly.
‘Be the Greater Asshole’: Why Musk wins
Fed up with losing? A leading business journalist has analysed the habits of Elon Musk to work out how we can all use the tec titan’s tactics in our own lives.
‘Huge gripe’ dividing Aussie industry
Experts have revealed the “huge gripe” they have with a major trend dividing an Aussie industry while it simultaneously brings a community together.
Mermaid murder mystery: Haunted by a hellish past
Prostitution, assault and murder. A confronting chapter in Australia’s story has led to a modern mystery with its roots in the past – and Irish folklore.
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