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Trial by Water podcast: New bonus episode
A new investigative podcast about one of Australia’s most controversial cases.
Trump, Zelensky and the extraordinary face-to-face meeting just minutes before the Pope’s funeral
The Ukrainian president said his remarkable 15-minute encounter with the US president had the “potential to become historic”.
Explainer
Catholic church
When will the conclave start, and how does voting for the next Pope work?
Pope Francis has been laid to rest after his funeral at the Vatican. A period of mourning follows – then comes the complex process of naming a successor.
In pictures: Pope Francis is laid to rest
Royalty, presidents, prime ministers and a legion of faithful have paid their respects during the funeral of Pope Francis in St Peter’s Square.
Analysis
Vale
In the square, smartphones were held beside prayer cards. Then came Francis’ final act of quiet rebellion
As the crowd dispersed and the bells tolled one last time for the man in white, it was clear the church he left behind had been changed forever.
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Explosion
At least five killed, hundreds injured as massive explosion rocks Iranian port
The large blast shattered windows within a radius of several kilometres, Iranian media said, with footage shared online showing a huge cloud forming following the explosion.
PM starts final campaign week pledging free hotline for after-hours telehealth
Anthony Albanese is pledging to expand telehealth services through the creation of a new Medicare hotline, ramming home what Labor sees as its greatest policy strength.
Panthers sink to bottom of ladder after 16-point defeat to Manly
The Panthers were good in periods, but let Manly take back control in the final 20 minutes of the game.
Giants outclassed as Bulldogs run away with Manuka Oval clash
The Giants and Bulldogs have one of modern-day AFL’s fiercest rivalries. Follow all the action from tonight’s clash.
‘You don’t need to know’: Marshall refuses to explain Galvin recall
The Wests Tigers coach addressed the decision to reinstate Lachlan Galvin a week after dropping him to the NSW Cup – by refusing to address it.
The ex-Labor councillor trying to stop the party’s 55-year reign in this Sydney seat
In previous elections Carmen Lazar was a Labor volunteer handing out voting cards to a queue of voters. This year she’s handing out Liberal cards with her face on them.
Exclusive
Peter Dutton
Dutton in last-minute teal seat blitz with one week to go
The opposition leader is planning to visit 28 seats between now and election day in a marathon aimed at turning his political fortunes around.
Disgraced former congressman cries as court metes out punishment
George Santos, whose pattern of lies and fraud led to his expulsion from Congress, has been sentenced to more than seven years in federal prison.
A sausage dog went missing in the Australian bush. 529 days later, she’s been found
The miniature dachshund named Valerie disappeared from the campsite of a NSW couple in November 2023.
Updated
Tragedy
Prominent Epstein, Prince Andrew accuser Virginia Giuffre found dead in WA
The 41-year-old reached a settlement in 2022 with Prince Andrew after accusing him of sexually abusing her when she was 17.
Woman beats six others to $1.38m Sydney pad she had her heart set on
Bidding was fierce for a two-bedroom unit in Russell Lea that sold at auction on Saturday for $1,375,000.
12 of the most shocking moments in TV history
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Opinion
Catholic church
The next pope could be even ‘worse’. Let’s all hope so
Malcolm Knox
Journalist, author and columnist
Just in
FEDERAL ELECTION 2025
Opinion
After polling day, our leaders will come clean about the trouble we’re in
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
Albanese confident of Labor victory; Dutton vows to get tough on youth crime
Follow live as we bring you all the news from the election campaign trail.
Exclusive
‘Private intel’: Inside the far-right group disrupting the election
They came asking politicians “reasonable questions”, but they’re really working with a network of extreme-right agitators.
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Sydney
Man charged with murder of teenager claims death was an ‘accident’
Decklen Deaves-Thornton has said via his lawyer that he didn’t intend to “kill or fatally injure” anyone in the drive-by shooting in Newcastle.
‘They’ve turned it into something else’: For some, the change in Parramatta has been too much
It’s hard to overstate how much Parramatta’s CBD has changed in the past decade. But can it continue its progress? The jury is still out.
Outrage after violent history of Audrey Griffin’s killer revealed
The 19-year-old was allegedly murdered by a man who only months earlier had been spared jail.
Exclusive
Horse racing
Chris Waller’s name was on a letter taking aim at Racing NSW. He says he didn’t sign it
The champion trainer of Winx has written to the racing minister after being linked with a letter calling for a change to how the $3 billion industry is controlled.
A year ago it was a ‘national crisis’. Now it struggles to get a mention
It seems absurd that, during an election campaign where politicians are selling us their vision for the future, confronting violence against women has not been more prominent.
WEEKEND READS
The hunted outcasts who changed Australia forever after risking death by facing down pirates
They endured war, risked death and faced down pirates. And 50 years after they began to arrive in Australia, they have left a profound mark on their new home.
‘Miracle’ weight-loss drugs shut down desire, but where’s the fun in that?
Drugs such as Ozempic cut our craving for food. But they can’t control our hunger for all the good things in life.
Politics
Dutton must target backpackers to cut migration as promised
Surging numbers of working holidaymakers would have to be drastically curtailed for Dutton drive down overall migration levels.
Business
How China is controlling Australia’s – and the world’s – rare earths trade
China is threatening to land a knockout blow in its trade war with Donald Trump, targeting a vulnerability in America’s military infrastructure.
Opinion
Work therapy
My boss wants me to ‘step up’ without a pay rise. Is that fair?
Jonathan Rivett
Careers contributor
World
Alleged CEO killer Mangione pleads not guilty as US seeks death penalty
The judge warned US Attorney-General Pam Bondi to temper her statements about Mangione to ensure a fair trial.
Opinion
Our jobs are being continually disrupted. How can we cope?
Dr Sarah Cotton
How can you tell you’re in a teal seat? Dutton is nowhere to be seen
David Crowe
Chief political correspondent
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Property
‘I love it, always have’: The Sydney suburb people never want to leave
It’s got neighbourhood spirit, great infrastructure and it’s within walking distance of the beach – but at a lower price point.
The pick of the best properties on the market in Sydney right now
From trendy terraces to freestanding family homes, here are our pick of the properties on the market in Sydney right now.
Good Food
Lifestyle
How to buy clothes you won’t want to purge in a year’s time
A cost-of-living crisis and greater emphasis on sustainability has led many to reassess their shopping habits for the better, but there’s an art to choosing the right pieces – and it’s more than “buy once, buy well”.
Culture
The 10 iconic movies finally available to stream in Australia
It’s notoriously difficult to find old Hollywood movies on streaming services, but the introduction of Max has unlocked a treasure trove of classics to explore.
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‘The ladder doesn’t matter until August’: Panthers sink to last after loss to Sea Eagles
The Panthers are officially at the bottom of the NRL ladder after losing to the Sea Eagles at CommBank Stadium on Saturday night.
‘You don’t need to know’: Marshall refuses to explain Galvin recall
The Wests Tigers coach addressed the decision to reinstate Lachlan Galvin a week after dropping him to the NSW Cup – by refusing to address it.
Latrell Mitchell suspended for high tackle in another blow for Rabbitohs
South Sydney have been dealt another blow, with fullback Latrell Mitchell to miss at least one week after the judiciary charged him for his tackle of Sualauvi Fa’alogo.
Opinion
NRL 2025
There’s a bear in where? Why Perth is wrong spot for club’s return
The Bears’ comeback brings to a conclusion a long and sad saga, but there was a far more obvious location for their new home than Western Australia.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
Opinion
NRL 2025
Agents juggling players and coaches are afforded plenty of leeway
Some should count themselves fortunate that they don’t represent clowns and acrobats.
Darren Kane
Seventy minutes, 22 points and a sin bin: Smith’s ‘awesome’ rollercoaster game
Sandon Smith gave a performance for the history books in the Roosters’ epic Anzac Day win against the Dragons.
Church and state: Eels star’s remarkable rise from ambulance to Origin
Eels fullback Abbi Church has been handed her Origin debut in the No.1 jersey for game one in Brisbane next week.
Have Your Say
What the inclusion of Perth in the NRL is likely to mean for your club
Perth are set to join the NRL competition in 2027, which means they will soon be in the marketplace waving a chequebook at off-contract NRL stars.
