Questions haunt any examination of this tragedy. Why haven’t Sam Murphy’s remains been found? How was she killed? The biggest question is this – why was she killed, on a morning jog, allegedly by a young man she had never met?
Driverless taxis are already operating in several countries but experts have warned Australia is trailing the world by 15 years in adopting the new technology.
A review has advised the maximum penalty for tech companies over ‘online hate material’ should be lifted — potentially costing billions.
Climate 200, which donated to independent MPs, has emerged as a huge beneficiary of political donations — receiving more than minor parties combined. See the top 20 donors.
Kyle Sandilands stunned listeners with the news of his brain aneurysm diagnosis – a potentially deadly condition that affects around 1 in 50 Australians. See causes, symptoms and treatments.
Doctors are calling for a $4.5 billion cash injection to overhaul Medicare and lift bulk billing rates by boosting the rebate for a standard GP appointment and properly funding longer consults.
The Australian captain faces a five-day trial over allegations of the racially aggravated harassment of a London police officer in 2023.
Foreign Minister Penny Wong has called on the Laos government to ensure those responsible in the case of two Australian teens who tragically died are brought to justice.
Nation-first sanctions have been slapped on a Neo-Nazi group, as Peter Dutton intensifies criticism over when Anthony Albanese was briefed on a caravan allegedly packed with explosives.
As Australia approaches a record year for class actions, scepticism about their effectiveness is rising and support growing for tighter laws to protect claimants.
Aussie shares retreat heavily along with the Aussie dollar and cryptos as Trump orders tariffs. A$ hits five-year low. Tariffs biggest trade shock since 1930s: RBC. Cettire “assessing” US tariff changes. Anna Bligh to vacate ABA’s top job.
More than 3000 Aussies have revealed the state of our nation’s wellbeing. It’s changed — with many saying we lose 11 minutes of sleep a night. See how you can get help and have your say.
The Covid death rate of our elderly in residential care is double that of the pandemic peak. Experts are blaming poor vaccination rates. Use our interactive tool to search vaccination rates of aged care facilities near you.
The amount of time and money we spend to get fit has changed. See what Aussies are doing and what experts say you can do to get your family fit for free.
Fake cancer fraudster Belle Gibson has escaped paying a ballooning $500,000 fine because of a botched legal claim against the influencer whose scam is now being retold in a Netflix series.
There was one stark message at the commemoration of the liberation of Auschwitz that the world must listen to – stop the hate towards Jews before it’s too late.
The Trump administration has given billionaire Elon Musk unprecedented access to a sensitive payments system, sparking an uproar, as Canada reacts to Donald Trump’s tough tariffs.
Children are taking longer to settle into daycare or school in the new year because they’re more anxious, can’t focus and don’t know how to play with other kids, experts say. Find out why.
Despite this week’s new inflation figures putting Australian households firmly within reach of a desperately needed interest rate cut, Labor is far from celebrating, writes Clare Armstrong.
A gruelling 42.2 kilometre test of mental and physical strength has become a new box tick for some Aussies who are part of a sweeping global trend – and age is no barrier.
Laura Henshaw and Steph Claire Smith were sucked into a toxic diet culture. Now, they have revealed how they broke the vicious cycle and are helping thousands of Aussies get fit and healthy.
The Federal Election will be decided by a few key factors, say experts – and the first big issue is who you blame for your cost of living pain.
The federal government has announced it will hold an inquiry into the safety of puberty blockers and treatment for children who want to change genders.
A major Australian cyber security company has launched a blistering attack, saying the Chinese owned app DeepSeek must be banned from government devices.
Aged care staff are being asked to study a guide on neglect. Signs to look out for include residents with untended wounds, weight loss and fear. What, they need a guide to tell them that, asks Julie Cross?
Commonwealth Bank is the first major bank to ease lending guidelines around prefabricated housing in a bid to lift supply.
An Aussie company has developed a new self-testing kit for a sexually transmitted infection, which has been described as an “epidemic” across Australia.
Melbourne crime figure Sam “The Punisher” Abdulrahim became a target when he linked up with the Sydney-based Brothers for Life gang, according to sources.
The bold promise will be rolled out across Australia’s buses, trains, ferries and trams but won’t come cheap. See what is planned and how much it is tipped to cost.
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