ClubSocial: 2021-01-17

As more countries impose COVID curfews, scientists ask: Do they work?

While curfews make intuitive sense, it’s very hard to discern their precise effects on viral transmission. Scientists wonder if they might even increase the spread of the coronavirus.

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FA Cup holders Arsenal eliminated, Man City survive scare

Last season’s FA Cup winners Arsenal were eliminated from the competition in the fourth round thanks to Gabriel’s own-goal in a 1-0 loss to Southampton, while Manchester City survived a scare to beat fourth-tier Cheltenham 3-1.

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When art needs an essay to be understood

If you visited this exhibition without a program, you’d have no idea what the bits of plasticine have to do with disability.

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Deja vu in Wuhan as restrictions return one year after first lockdown

China is battling its most severe outbreak of the coronavirus in 11 months – more than 2000 cases over the past five weeks.

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Beach safety warnings for Sydney as heatwave hits after spate of drownings

The combination of hot weather and large swells are putting pressure on emergency services over the coming days after at least four people drowned in NSW this week.

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Police ferried to South Stradbroke Island to break up festival brawl

Although security guards were present, police had to be called in to quell the commotion at Couran Cove Resort.

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Glass Animals’ Heat Waves is the perfect pop song for right now

Many musicians have attempted to distil the past year into music. Heat Waves by Glass Animals perfected it.

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America calls me home, not to the nation we are but the one we must strive to be

A young American writer, who has spent the past year in Sydney, is about to return to the US - and he takes some heart from the ambitions of its new President.

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Texas man charged with threatening to ‘assassinate’ Ocasio-Cortez

The Deomocratic congresswoman has said she experienced “a very close encounter where I thought I was going to die” during the Capitol riots.

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Hearts explode as musical theatre returns to the stage

This year’s Sydney Festival will be remembered for its bloody-minded resilience and celebration of something missing from our lives in 2020: live performance.

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Florida dismisses proposal to rename airport after Trump

It is typical for landmarks to be named after past presidents, but the controversy generated by Donald Trump has raised doubts whether such traditions will be followed in his case.

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Three dead, five injured during 10 hours of carnage on SEQ roads

The five accidents followed police warnings on Friday to take extra care on the roads leading up to Australia Day.

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Sydney Chamber Choir’s spirit abounds in hope

Under Sam Allchurch’s leadership the choir’s singing is as nuanced and refined as ever.

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Talks to fast-track vaccine for athletes to save Tokyo Games

Olympic chiefs are working with the WHO to get all athletes vaccinated, a move that will prompt ethical debate.

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‘Like a 100-kilogram pack off my back’: Dumoulin takes break from cycling

Dutch rider Tom Dumoulin will take a break from cycling after disclosing that he is struggling to handle the pressure of the sport and needs time to consider his future.

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Sri Lankan minister who advocated ‘divine’ COVID potion tests positive to virus

The Health Minister tested positive to COVID just days after advocating the preventative powers of a syrup said to have been created by the Hindu goddess Kaali to save humanity from the coronavirus.

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Bushfire and safety warnings as temperatures to top 35 degrees

Health authorities are warning of heatwave dangers, with Melbourne set to hit 35 degrees on Sunday, followed by a warm night and temperatures in the 40s on Monday.

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Top Spanish general resigns over allegations of vaccination queue-jumping

The vaccination of the top general who had attended daily coronavirus briefings has sparked anger in Spain.

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Doctors seek ‘urgent review’ of Britain’s 12-week gap between vaccine doses

Britain, which has Europe’s deadliest coronavirus outbreak, adopted the policy in order to give as many people as possible a first dose of vaccine quickly but it is not clear if the strategy is a good one.

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Quarantined tennis pro Yastremska denied bid to lift doping ban

A Ukrainian player in hotel quarantine in Melbourne ahead of the Australian Open has had her bid to lift a ban for failing an out-of-competition doping test denied.

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WA’s most popular baby name has a Dickensian twist

According to results from the Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages, Oliver has been the most popular name for new parents since 2013, except for 2019, where it came second after Jack.

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Best of cartoons, January 24, 2021

The news of the day as interpreted by our talented artists, illustrators and cartoonists.

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The latest illustrations from artist Matt Golding

Illustrations by the artist from The Age.

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Fremantle council stripped of control of ‘tent city’s’ Pioneer Park by state government

The state government has taken control of Pioneer Park and called in police in an extraordinary move to dismantle a controversial homeless camp,

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Solar and battery-run Queensland neighbourhoods to save on bills

Two Queensland neighbourhoods being developed to run with 100 per cent solar and battery is set to save home owners $1600 per year on their power bills.

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Armed Republican sets off House metal detector

After setting off the machine, Andy Harris was asked to step aside for further screening, then an officer discovered he was carrying the weapon.

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The latest illustrations from artist Matt Golding

Illustrations by the artist from The Age.

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The latest illustrations from artist Matt Davidson

A selection of his best work.

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The latest illustrations from artist Alan Moir

Alan Moir, The Sydney Morning Herald's political cartoonist, sketches the political unreality.

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The latest illustrations from artist Simon Letch

Gallery of illustrations by Sydney Morning Herald artist, Simon Letch.

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Set minimum age, rethink training, says CTE expert

Professor Michael Buckland thinks all sporting codes can take steps to protect players against the onset of the degenerative brain disease.

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The latest illustrations from artist Andrew Dyson

Some of his best work

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Best of cartoons, January 23, 2021

The news of the day as interpreted by our talented artists, illustrators and cartoonists.

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Best of cartoons, January 22, 2021

The news of the day as interpreted by our talented artists, illustrators and cartoonists.

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Rocky Stuart: Raiders coach offers to spar Papalii ahead of fight

Josh Papalii has dropped five kilograms as he prepares for his first fight next month, and Raiders coach Ricky Stuart has made an unusual offer to help him.

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Best of cartoons, January 21, 2021

The news of the day as interpreted by our talented artists, illustrators and cartoonists.

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Best of cartoons, January 20, 2021

The news of the day as interpreted by our talented artists, illustrators and cartoonists.

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Best of cartoons, January 19, 2021

The news of the day as interpreted by our talented artists, illustrators and cartoonists.

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Lloyd Austin, first black US defence secretary, confirmed

“See you around campus,” the 67-year-old Austin said on Friday as he greeted reporters on the steps of the Pentagon.

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Super Bowl will have 22,000 fans, including 7500 vaccinated health care workers

Super Bowl 55 will be played in front of 22,000 fans in Florida, including 7500 vaccinated health care workers who will receive free tickets to the game.

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Presidents laud late Hank Aaron for grace amid racism during home run pursuit

Reaction to Hank Aaron’s death followed a theme: how the one-time home run king handled the racism he faced on the way to passing Babe Ruth’s record.

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'Survival of the cutest': What are cats and dogs thinking?

We have spent more time than ever with our four-legged friends during COVID-19 lockdowns. But how do they see the world? And what are they really feeling?

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Photos of the week, January 21st, 2021

A week in photos from the award winning Sydney Morning Herald and Financial Review photographers.

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Denmark suspends UAE flights amid doubts over virus tests

The development, which comes amid a surge of infections in the UAE, poses a direct challenge to the country’s mass testing regime.

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Andy Murray ‘gutted’ to miss Australian Open

Andy Murray said he was “gutted” after deciding to withdraw from next month’s Australian Open following a positive test for COVID-19 earlier this month.

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Optus Stadium experience takes dedicated sports fans to new heights

Visitors will be able to walk around the Optus Stadium rooftop and lean out over the field 42m above the ground for the ultimate Instagram photo.

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Sydney startup to help vaccine hopeful Novavax roll out jab

The 'dark horse' of Australia's coronavirus vaccine strategy has chosen an Aussie firm to help it with local rollout.

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Demolition proposal for New Farm cottage heads to court

A demolition application lodged for the pre-1911 cottage in New Farm has gone to court over council's method of assessment.

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No new COVID-19 cases in NSW as Victoria reopens to more of Sydney

NSW has recorded no new coronavirus cases for a fifth consecutive day, as the exclusion of previous cases led to the state's case total being revised downwards.

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Peril and promise: Joe Biden's biggest White House challenges

The new US President is facing pressure from progressive Democrats to aim big, while Republicans are cautioning him not to veer too far from the political centre.

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Give us 'AviationKeeper' to survive, air industry pleads

A coalition of air unions and businesses have joined to ask the Prime Minister to extend JobKeeper for their industry.

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Winston Churchill bust a no-show in Biden's Oval Office makeover

There is no sign of the sculpture in the Oval Office, where Biden's predecessor Donald Trump kept it close at hand.

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Why Japanese Beckham is still kicking at 54 - and why he's not stopping

He's the David Beckham of Japan - except he's still playing. But there are unique factors that explain why Kazuyoshi Miura hasn't hung up his boots yet.

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Tired. Insipid. Unsexy. Why a word change won't save our national anthem

In the lead-up to Australia Day, musicians contemplate a change of tune.

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Margaret Court to be recognised in Australia Day honours

The tennis great's achievements in the sport she dominated decades ago are unparalleled but she has been a controversial figure because of her religious views.

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Poor old Parramatta Road - our could-be high street pays a heavy toll

A high street is one of the world’s great joys.

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Labor's cheap fares policy as subtle as a sledgehammer

Premier Mark McGowan is dancing all the way to polling day with a transport policy that kills two political birds with one stone; but the homelessness issue could still blow up in his face.

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'He fell apart': Billionaire Solomon Lew on the demise of former business partner Donald Trump

Rag trader Solomon Lew made a fortune on a deal with Donald Trump. And now he is disappointed by his political downfall.

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Tokyo Olympics to be cancelled for coronavirus: report

A Japanese government source has been quoted as saying the event will have to be cancelled.

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Race-by-race preview and tips for Canterbury on Friday

Everything you need to know to find a winner at the twilight city meeting.

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Google threatens to disable search in Australia if media code becomes law

Google Australia managing director Mel Silva told a Senate inquiry that the company would have "no real choice" but to shut down Google Search in Australia if the laws passed.

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The latest illustrations from artist Matt Golding

Illustrations by the artist from The Age.

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The latest illustrations from artist Andrew Dyson

Some of his best work

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The latest illustrations from artist Cathy Wilcox

The latest work by Sydney Morning Herald editorial cartoonist Cathy Wilcox.

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Good Weekend Talks: Time of the ten-ager

In this episode, author Madonna King will be joined by Good Weekend editor Katrina Strickland and senior writer Tim Elliott, to discuss how "teen" is overtaking "tween" more rapidly than ever before.

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Best of cartoons, January 22, 2021

The news of the day as interpreted by our talented artists, illustrators and cartoonists.

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Australia Open umpire in hospital after heart attack in Melbourne

Brazilian chair umpire Carlos Bernardes suffered a heart attack while in Melbourne quarantine this week, but the Association of Tennis Professionals says he is recovering well.

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'Did not come to play': Michelle Obama's instantly iconic inauguration hair

It was a moment group chats are made for: the former first lady emerging from the US Capitol in a regal plum coat and statement belt, her voluminous curls bouncing with each step.

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Coca Cola repays subsidies after better-than-expected full-year profit

The Australian distributor and bottler for drinks giant Coca Cola has announced it will repay the wage subsidies it claimed from the New Zealand government.

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The Beautiful Things leaves no place to hide and there's none required

In 2020 composer Stu Hunter shrunk his horizons from ensembles to solo piano, and The Beautiful Things resulted.

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Poetry at heart of new production which leaves a growing, glowing warmth

Dorr-e Dari is a nuanced exchange of energy, emotion and ideas, driven by the heart.

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Further delays for accused over hit-and-run death of Sydney father

The lawyer for a German Olympic rower who allegedly killed a Sydney father in a hit-and-run says there is "no evidence to support" the charges, which have "ruined" his client's life.

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Kenny is a love letter to people getting their hands dirty on behalf of others

The eponymous plumber and waste technician has come a long way since 2006.

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A jazz veteran pointed at a 12 year old saying 'you, solo'. So she did.

Gemma Sherry loved jazz from the moment she picked up her saxophone in a jam session in Castlemaine. For her new album she wanted "cheeky" songs to sing.

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Heart and intent transcend a lack of technical finesse in new First Nations dance piece

Jasmin Sheppard uses the lyrebird as a symbol of First Nations Australians to feel the need to copy the looks, clothes and manners of colonial settlers.

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Visionary manager's belief in INXS 'paid off in spades'

Murphy’s first task was to send the young INXS out on the road for a punishing schedule of live dates.

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Rising theatre star Izabella Yena has airs of a young Cate Blanchett

This tour de force one-woman show, the first must-see theatre of 2021, tells a story about the double-edged power of love, and leaves audiences buzzing.

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CA defends dumping 'Australia Day' after Prime Minister's criticism

The co-chair of Cricket Australia's First Nation's Advisory Committee expected backlash about plans to drop Australia Day from January 26 BBL promotions.

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Gallery: The best photos from around the world

The best photos from the international wire agencies as chosen by our picture editors.

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Knocked-out Labor MP slapped with public nuisance fine after fight

A Queensland government politician has been fined and banned from Townsville's night-life district.

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Alleged carjacker shot dead by police in Drouin

A caller to radio station 3AW said police gave the man 'every opportunity to stop' before he was shot.

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'Like flying': Dozens more refugees released from hotel detention in Melbourne

Two dozen refugees will be free from detention on Thursday afternoon, having been escorted from the Park Hotel in Carlton onto buses for processing about 11.30am.

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Nine out of 10 jobs lost during the pandemic recovered by Christmas: ABS

Most jobs lost during the pandemic were recovered by December, but the recovery in hours worked has been slower.

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Diamonds to face Silver Ferns in NZ as Constellation Cup resumes

The Australian Diamonds will undergo a 14-day quarantine before taking on New Zealand in a four-test series in Christchurch and Tauranga in March.

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NSW records no new cases as vaccine rollout details revealed

NSW has recorded a fourth consecutive day without a local coronavirus case, as the federal government reveals further details of the vaccine rollout.

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Sights, sounds, and a sob: highlights from Joe Biden's inauguration

A police officer hero, Bernie Sanders' mittens, history-making Kamala Harris, and the dramatic change in tone in Washington all contributed to the momentous event.

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Who is Avril Haines, Joe Biden's new spy chief?

Between judo, erotica readings and drone strikes on terrorists, there's much to learn about the woman now confirmed as US Director of National Intelligence.

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A poem of hope rescues this inauguration from America's carnage

Biden did not mention Donald Trump by name. He did not need to do so.

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Afterpay rival Zip Co surges on rapid revenue and transactions growth

Buy now, pay later operator Zip Co notched up rapid growth in transactions, customers and revenue in the latest quarter.

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Real Madrid stunned in Spanish Cup by third-division Alcoyano

Spanish powerhouse Real Madrid have been eliminated from the Copa del Rey by minnows Alcoyano, who were also down to 10 men in extra time.

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Greater Brisbane restrictions to ease after no community cases of COVID-19

Masks will no longer be mandatory in Brisbane, dancing will be back and people can have more visitors to their homes as restrictions are lifted from Friday.

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Iran says 'ball in US court' over nuclear deal

Tensions have grown between Tehran and Washington since 2018, when Trump quit the deal between Iran and six world powers that sought to limit Tehran's nuclear program.

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Pandemic's digital pivot a boon for creative storytellers

Entire scripts via text message? Performance art via your Wi-Fi connection? It's a whole new world for digital artworks.

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Abandoned Queensland island resort floated as solution to quarantine risk

Dunk Island was a renowned resort destination until it was pummelled by cyclones and abandoned.

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A magpie helps Naomi Watts' hard-to-forget Blooms find their hearts

The account of Sam Bloom’s fight to regain her taste for living after finding herself unable to walk is both harrowing and heartening.

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In one of his final acts, Trump declassifies documents on FBI's Russia probe

Trump has long wanted to prove Democrats sought to use the probe to oust him.

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Calls to ban baby wet wipes in Queensland

Plastic drinking straws, cutlery and plates are set to be outlawed in the state this year.

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Why are sea shanties suddenly all over social media?

Turns out they aren't just for salty old sea dogs.

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Mythical creatures land in city streets as Royal Children's Hospital marks 150 years

One hundred UooUoos, an imaginary cross between a wombat and dugong, have alighted on beaches, parks, laneways and landmarks across Melbourne and Geelong.

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Out of office, a financial minefield awaits Donald Trump

Many of his resorts were losing millions even before the pandemic struck. Hundreds of millions of dollars in loans must be repaid within a few years.

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Nine News chief Darren Wick narrowly avoids jail over drink-driving charge

Darren Wick will serve nine months in community detention after pleading guilty to driving while more than four times the legal blood alcohol limit in October.

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Bring on the world's best, says new Matildas boss

Just over a fortnight into his new job, Tony Gustavsson has declared the best way for Australia to get better is to play the world's best teams as often as possible.

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Leicester piles more misery on Chelsea to go top of EPL

Five years after achieving the unthinkable, Leicester are back atop the Premier League and making another improbable run at the title.

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No new COVID-19 cases for NSW with Sydney restrictions likely to ease next week

NSW has recorded no new coronavirus cases for the third day in a row, as Premier Gladys Berejiklian flagged restrictions will likely be eased next week.

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Trump era spurs new efforts to undermine US dollar's status

The Trump era might be ending but that won't end the efforts by other countries to reduce their vulnerability to the weaponisation of the US dollar.

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'Stellar intent, remarkable grit': Kohli, Modi lead tributes to India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and absent skipper Virat Kohli have joined the Indian media in paying tribute to an 'Aussome' Test triumph at the Gabba.

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Barmy Army's Australian Ashes invasion may be halted by border uncertainty

It's expected more Britons than usual will want to come because so many have not watched cricket since the pandemic and fans are energised by their team's recent success.

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Vogue's new Kamala Harris cover merely papers over the cracks

The magazine has announced it will print a second cover in response to last week's backlash and while it goes some way toward fixing the problem, it would be far better if it had shown common sense in the first place.

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Man charged after three-hour stand off with police in the Blue Mountains

Emergency services were called to a home in Katoomba at 10am following reports of a concern for welfare.

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'These people have no idea': Spanish star Bautista Agut apologises after comparing lockdown to prison

The world No. 13 compared quarantine to being in jail and pointed the blame squarely at the Victorian government.

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Australia's frailty has been exposed and Paine is under huge pressure

This - Australia's loss to India on home soil - is a result that will pose serious questions of Australia and give England real hope for the Ashes.

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The rise of natural solutions in joint health

For the one in five Australians over the age of 45 living with joint discomfort, the growth of the complementary medicines industry has opened up a range of natural options that may help to manage symptoms.

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Greater Brisbane '100 per cent' on track to see restrictions lifted

Greater Brisbane is "100 per cent" on track to see restrictions on social gatherings and rules on wearing masks lift on Friday, the Premier says.

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'Common target': Only 10 per cent of Australian universities automatically blocking fraudulent emails

Almost half of Australia’s top 20 universities have no protection in place for hackers impersonating their domain to trick people into giving them sensitive information.

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In evening vigil, Biden, Harris call on Americans to remember coronavirus victims

The remembrance ceremony was held at the Lincoln Memorial's reflecting pool, which was lit up with 400 lights in honour of the 400,000 Americans.

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Duo suffer head and chest burns in Gold Coast workplace incident

One has been rushed to the hospital while the other patient is being assessed.

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The Short Squeeze: Earnings focus follows inauguration celebration

Tune in to this week's Short Squeeze podcast to hear the latest take on business and financial markets with Alex Druce and Kyle Rodda.

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Another day without a case as Berejiklian pushes for borders to reopen

NSW has reported no new local coronavirus cases for the second day in a row, as testing numbers remain below the state's target.

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'Don't stop trying to reach us': Miners trapped for a week send note

The Chinese mining company did not report the 22 miners were missing for more than 30 hours. A week later, a note came to the surface.

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Inside 'Fortress Washington' ahead of Inauguration Day

Washington residents never liked Donald Trump. But instead of party central, the US capital feels like an occupied military zone in his final days as President.

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California suspends pollution-control limits to deal with backlog in cremations

The move comes as the nation's most populous state became the first to record more than 3 million known coronavirus infections.

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Trump order 244 statues for 'Garden of Heroes', some surprising names

The list of 'heroes' Trump wants commemorated includes Abraham Lincoln, Walt Disney and Woody Guthrie, who wrote Old Man Trump about the President's father.

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An Oceans 11 vibe makes Lupin a smooth and enjoyable French thriller

With Omar Sy playing a skillful Parisian thief, Lupin is an engrossing house of tricks.

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Test cricket, packed with twists and turns, makes for compelling TV viewing

With the BBL heading into its final stages, Tom Ryan writes about the cricket coverage and the recently completed Test series against India.

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Queensland dodges cyclone disaster but here comes the rain again

A flood watch remains and the Bureau of Meteorology will monitor far north Queensland as a renewed burst of a monsoon is expected to return.

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Victoria Police lose bid to conceal whether underworld lawyer Joe Acquaro was a supergrass

Court of Appeal rules against Victoria Police's attempt to use a 'public interest immunity' claim to stop the disclosure of materials it holds on a gangland lawyer who was killed outside his Brunswick gelato shop in 2016.

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MCG walkway to honour Neale Daniher's fight against MND

A pathway from William Barak Bridge to the MCG will be renamed Daniher's Way to honour the work of FightMND co-founder and football star Neale Daniher.

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Aubameyang double gives Arsenal win over Newcastle

After a dreadful start to the season, Mikel Arteta's side is now up to 10th place in the league and never looked in danger against a Newcastle side that looks demoralised.

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Farewell, disco pash: How the pandemic has changed dating

While nothing can stop our need for romantic connection, many classic dating rituals – from impromptu bar-hopping dates to meeting through friends – are no longer quite the same.

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Cummins strikes early as Aussies hunt victory on final day

The stage is set for an enthralling finale to the Test series with all four results in play heading into the final day at the Gabba.

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Flight crew test positive after leaving Brisbane

Queensland has recorded zero new locally acquired COVID cases for the eighth day in a row, but two flight crew were among three positive results in hotel quarantine.

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Morrison talks with Pence, Pompeo but not Trump

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has this week reached out to two key members of Donald Trump's administration but has no plans to talk to the outgoing US President.

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Pot stocks riding high on Biden optimism

Research-focused cannabis stocks are hoping a new US president will expand their market opportunities.

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Secret jabs as blackmarket COVID vaccine doses traded at high prices

Chinese employees of the Philippines' online casinos are smuggling in shipments of Pfizer and Sinovac, though locals cannot get any vaccine legally yet.

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The latest illustrations from artist Andrew Dyson

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The latest illustrations from artist Cathy Wilcox

The latest work by Sydney Morning Herald editorial cartoonist Cathy Wilcox.

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Mining billionaire Andrew 'Twiggy' Forrest reveals COVID-19 diagnosis

Australia’s richest man said he caught the disease from a Russian interpreter during a four-month globe-trotting tour in search of renewable energy projects.

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The latest illustrations from artist Matt Golding

Illustrations by the artist from The Age.

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German states plan to lock up quarantine breakers

Under tough new rules permitted by emergency powers Germans who repeatedly refuse to quarantine after being exposed to coronavirus will be locked up in detention centres.

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Indonesian teams find more bodies from Sulawesi quake

Separately about 40,000 people have been evacuated and at least 20 have been killed due to floods that affected other parts of the country at the weekend.

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Kwinana refinery closure to shrink Australian-made fuel market by one-fifth

Kwinana's oil refinery has a market share of 23.9 per cent in 2020-21 and provided about 70 per cent of WA’s fuel requirements.

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Tennis player in strict isolation says majority of his peers happy to abide by the rules

He can't leave his room to do anything, not even train, and now he has to prepare for a grand slam in isolation. But Artem Sitak says most of his peers don't mind doing what's required by the government to play.

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Sydney woman dies after being rescued from water on NSW's South Coast

The woman from Surry Hills died after she and her 10-year-old son were stuck in a rip and pulled from the sea at Congo Beach, south of Moruya.

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Player believed to be among Australian Open participants infected with COVID-19

A player is believed to be among the Australian Open participants who have returned positive tests for COVID-19 infections and more cases may come to light as testing continues, Victorian health officials say.

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'It's quite exciting': Trickle of office workers return to CBD

There was more foot traffic in Melbourne's CBD today than on any Monday morning since the first lockdown last year, but pedestrian numbers are still well below pre-pandemic levels.

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Meet Trump's pardon brokers, lobbyists asking for up to $2m from felons

Pardons and commutations are intended to show mercy to deserving recipients, but Donald Trump has used many of them to reward personal or political allies.

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Salmon swindlers allegedly net 250 tonnes of fish from Sydney plant

Five people have been charged over the theft of salmon, worth about $4 million, from a facility in Ingleburn in Sydney's south-west.

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The verdict's in on Trump's trade war with China

A year ago the US and China agreed a truce in their trade war. The latest data confirms that Donald Trump's attempt to slow China's export growth and lower the US trade deficit has failed.

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Koala stolen from Adventure World and released into the wild found after extensive search

Orana, 16, was kidnapped from the theme park and released into the wild on Saturday night, with the thief posting vision of the bizarre stunt to Snapchat.

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'Until you're dead, you're not': US team to continue Cup prep after capsize

Skipper Terry Hutchinson said American Magic are confident of making repairs and being able to continue in the America's Cup lead-up, which resumes on Friday.

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No new local COVID-19 cases in NSW as Victoria partially reopens to Sydney

NSW reported no new local coronavirus cases in the 24 hours to 8pm on Sunday, as genome sequencing linked mystery cases in Sydney's west.

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Branson's Virgin Orbit reaches space with key mid-air rocket launch

The test thrusts Virgin Orbit into an increasingly competitive commercial space race, offering a unique “air-launch” method of sending satellites to orbit alongside rivals such as Rocket Lab and Firefly Aerospace.

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