‘Reconsider’: UN chief blasts ‘disappointing’ Yemen pledge by rich countries

“The shortfall ... will be measured in lives lost,” said a fundraising participant, after a global conference raised half of its aid target.

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Californian dune buggy designer never got any royalties

Bruce Meyers, who created the Meyers Manx buggy in California in 1964, has died aged 94.

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Hydroxychloroquine is ineffective for COVID and not to be used: WHO

The recommendation is based on evidence from six randomised controlled trials with more than 6000 participants.

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Rio Tinto, BHP’s copper mine project on Apache land faces fresh blow

The project is being fought by the San Carlos Apache tribe, which fears the mine will impact sacred and actively utilised religious land in Arizona.

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NRL’s neck-to-knee financials can’t conceal broadcast revenue hit

ARLC boss Peter V’Landys appears to be trying to shield the discount given to broadcast partners in 2020. But a few simple calculations paint a clearer picture.

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What a Medicare-style levy would look like for aged care

A health economist said it will take more than a new tax to fund changes to the failing aged care sector.

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Only one thing will end the squalor of aged care

More money is needed but it will only happen if Labor and Liberal parties take politics out of the decision.

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‘Heart of Australian music ripped out’: Michael Gudinski dies aged 68

The founder and chairman of Mushroom Group died in his sleep on Monday night.

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Lindsay Park galloper heading to Hong Kong after impressive offer

David Hayes will train Crosshaven in Hong Kong after the three-year-old gelding’s owners received an offer too good to refuse.

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The fallout from a public show trial probing rape claim would haunt us all

The presumption of innocence should not be abandoned in the heat of outrage no matter how just the cause.

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Game-changing COVID-19 vaccine pill pursued by small British firm, world’s richest doctor

The coronavirus pandemic may herald the arrival of oral vaccines which would represent a significant change for large drug companies and the public alike.

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Trainer banned from British races over photo on dead horse

The image of Grand National-winning trainer Gordon Elliott seemingly posing for a photo while sitting on a dead horse provoked horror and led to the Irishman being banned from entering runners into British races.

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Ben Folds plays it for laughs in this welcome return

Just seeing this overseas artist on stage is a thrill.

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The technology kick-starting small businesses in 2021

In the course of just one year, the business landscape has changed drastically. The COVID-19 pandemic transformed the way we work, ushering companies into a new era of remote teams and digital connectivity.

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Everybody needs good neighbours

Facebook has been newsworthy for controversial reasons of late but one of the strengths of Facebook is the rise in online neighbourhood groups.

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Almost 50 refugees released from Brisbane detention sites

The group have been held in the Kangaroo Point Central hotel for up to two years and were taken by bus to have temporary bridging visas processed in the past two days.

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Tigers whittle down train-on list ahead of deadline

Richmond confirmed on Tuesday that West Adelaide midfielder Nic Couroupis had been released and would ply his trade in the SANFL this season.

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State of Origin returns to Adelaide in 2023

After a successful game at Adelaide Oval in 2020, rugby league’s showcase event will be staged in South Australia again.

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‘Letting the murderer walk’: Joe Biden’s Saudi Arabia problem

Some commentators want to see the crown prince subject to the same US bans and restrictions slapped on perceived adversaries in Venezuela and North Korea. That is unlikely to happen.

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eCNY: China charges ahead with a new digital currency

China is making a bold effort to remake the way that government-backed money works with its latest economics experiment: a national digital currency.

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‘We are failing on mental health’: Premier pledges biggest social reform in generation

The use of restraint and seclusion in mental health care would be eliminated within ten years and compulsory treatment would be used only as a last resort under reforms recommended by the Royal Commission.

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World No.1 Novak Djokovic ties Federer’s record for weeks at the top

Novak Djokovic is gaining on Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal in the grand slam standings, and he’s already caught Federer in another significant statistic.

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Manhunt after stabbing leaves 25-year-old in critical condition

NSW police are searching for the person who stabbed a man multiple times in Neutral Bay on Sunday afternoon.

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‘Everyday community heroes’: Cleaner, cashier and doctor honoured as 2021 Moomba monarchs

Three workers who toiled throughout the COVID-19 pandemic to keep Victorians safe have been crowned this year’s Moomba monarchs.

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‘I’d rather miss the Olympics than take vaccine’: relay gold medallist

Yohan Blake, however, will likely still compete as the International Olympic Committee says getting the vaccine is “encouraged” but not compulsory for athletes.

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Bresse chickens come to Australia

Bresse chickens are set to be available to Sydney restaurants.

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‘Absolutely ridiculous’: Palaszczuk scolds NSW over $30 million bill

Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said the decision “never came to our cabinet” and she would not pay the invoice from NSW.

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Golden Globes 2021: at home, stars bring the glamour to virtual awards

The 78th Annual Golden Globe Awards are underway with colour, sparkle and escapism the main themes on the red carpet.

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We may have just seen the end of a 40-year bull market for bonds

For investors, and central bankers, there’s an important question posed by the turbulence in financial markets last week - was that a mini “tantrum” or a preview of a more structural and historic change?

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‘Modi stadium’ raises questions about India’s renaming spree

Fears that prime minister is trying to eclipse the role of non-Hindus as stadium is rebranded in his honour.

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Auto repair gridlock: parts backlog ratchets up pressure on mechanics

Car owners requiring repairs are facing lengthy delays as mechanics struggle to acquire parts just as COVID-19 fears lead many to shun public transport and get behind the wheel.

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10,339 Pfizer jabs in first week, as NSW calls for information about AstraZeneca doses

Gladys Berejiklian is pleading with the federal government for information about how many AstraZeneca vaccine doses NSW will receive, saying the state is still in the dark.

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Country airline Rex starts flights, and a fight, in the big smoke

Country airline Regional Express has flown its first jet service between Melbourne and Sydney, promising to shake-up the Qantas-Virgin duopoly on one of the world’s busiest air routes.

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No ‘top dog’ replacement for McAvaney at Seven: Taylor

But the network’s blue-chip AFL callers will find out on Thursday who will have the most prime-time exposure this season.

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Show me the Monet, the Manet, and many more in Impressionism feast

This winter Melbourne will be treated to hundreds of French and Australian Impressionist masterpieces as the NGV shines new light on the world’s most-loved art movement.

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Dream realised in compelling live gig

Matt Keegan has finally presented one of his most ambitious recorded works in concert.

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Dealing with bloody taboos in advertising

Period product advertising over the past century has done everything in its power to deny the monthly bloody reality of menstruation.

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How ‘the tweak’ saved my marriage – and my sanity

The division of domestic labour at our place is a work in progress. It ebbs and flows, but we’re still afloat. Thanks largely to these tweaks which, I’ve realised, stem from the very first things kids are taught in order to get along.

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Golden Globes 2021 LIVE updates: Who’s up for a gong and who’s wearing an actual gown

Like last year’s red carpet events, today’s Golden Globes will look different than normal - but we can still expect gorgeous gowns and deserving winners. Tune into our live blog to follow along.

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‘I feel like I’m ready’: Joseph Suaalii declares himself good to go

Sydney Roosters’ teen sensation Joseph Suaalii has spoken to the media for the first time after he lived up to the insane hype on the weekend.

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More than 20 refugees released from Brisbane detention sites

The group have been held in the Kangaroo Point Central hotel for up to two years and were taken by bus to have temporary bridging visas processed on Monday morning.

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House prices surge at fastest rate since 2003

The nation’s property prices surged at their fastest rate since 2003 in February, led by Sydney and Melbourne where tens of thousands of dollars has been added to the median house value. 

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Ex-Pie and former Lion let go by North Melbourne

Mature-age pair have been unable to sufficiently impress North Melbourne during the pre-season to earn a spot on the Kangaroos’ list with both players let go by the club.

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A new measure of success for WA students beyond NAPLAN and ATAR

The falling number of West Australian students choosing ATAR and the ever-expanding pathways to university has education researchers searching for more ways to measure student success.

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24 years, 18 inquiries: can we face the truth of aged care?

What is the full extent of the problem in aged care? How does our system compare with those overseas? And what would it take for it to meet Australians’ needs?

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A mass entrance of ghostly maidens opens a ballet delight

The Australian Ballet returned to the stage after a year-long absence, at Margaret Court Arena. The program focused on the athletic, almost angelic dancers.

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What’s it about? Who knows? But with this comedy duo it’s good

Lano and Woodley have a masterful way of patterning humour so it seems spontaneous and responsive to the moment.

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First AstraZeneca doses arrive as Australia hits 30,000 vaccinations

The arrival of 300,000 doses of the Oxford University-AstraZeneca vaccine is the next stage of vaccine availability in Australia.

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‘I’m the wrong guy to go at’: LeBron shuts down Zlatan’s suggestion

Zlatan Ibrahimovic recently suggested LeBron James leave politics alone. But the NBA superstar says there’s no way he will just “stick to sports”.

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