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15th January 2025

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Legendary Aussie TV presenter dies aged 79

An Australian TV presenter and journalist has died after he was diagnosed with an aggressive cancer.

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Cancelled, cancelled, cancelled: Sydney’s train pain cripples city

Union action has ground Sydney to a halt, with hundreds of train services cancelled and even more delayed. Now the union boss behind the plans has admitted they were designed to ca...

‘Buck-passing’: Chaos reigns on Haylen’s watch, say opposition

The transport minister and NSW government has been lashed for “buck-passing” at the expense of Sydney commuters amid crippling delays and cancellations across the network. Poll

‘Bring on driverless trains’: Rail commuters vent at ‘crazy’ delays

Commuters affected by union action leading to service interruptions, train cancellations and go-slows have shared their fury. Have your say.

Train pain: New stats reveal how often services run late

As disruptive strike action begins, new data from Transport for NSW reveals Sydney trains have not met monthly punctuality targets since January 2024.

Wild scenes as train strikes cause chaos

Sydney’s morning commute has been plunged into chaos as hundreds of trains are cancelled or delayed amid a bitter ongoing pay dispute.

Michelle Obama to snub Trump’s inauguration

Michelle Obama will miss Donald Trump’s inauguration after skipping former US president Jimmy Carter’s funeral, as more stars are confirmed to perform in the celebrations.

‘All options’: Australia’s warning to Russia

Penny Wong is warning Moscow of consequences amid reports an Australian man was killed after Russian forces captured him in Ukraine.

Hamas ‘accepts’ agreement of Gaza ceasefire

Hamas is believed to have accepted a draft agreement for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the release of dozens of hostages. Follow updates.

‘We owe it to ourselves’: Kyrgios vows to bring back the joy at Melbourne Park

Nick Kyrgios has vowed to double up with Thanasi Kokkinakis to bring the party back to Melbourne Park, saying he wants to repay the faith of fans.

‘We’re ready’: LA fire chief in face of ‘particularly dangerous’ alert

Firefighters are still battling massive wildfires that have ravaged Los Angeles and killed at least 24 people, with officials warning of incoming winds that could whip up new disas...

Before and after pics after ex-Sydney family loses new LA home

A former Sydney family’s new home has been destroyed in the horrific Los Angeles fires, with their loved ones calling on the community for support.

‘String of events’ lead to bad BBL news

A heavy fielding collision forced a key BBL all-rounder to be sidelined for 12 days, but another issue from the same game has ended his tournament.

Harry and Meghan slam Meta’s backflip on fact checking

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have slammed Meta chief Mark Zuckerberg for scrapping fact-checking and returning Facebook to its original focus on free speech.

Man dies from stab wounds after birthday party

A homicide investigation continues into the death of a Lake Macquarie man, who was found suffering from multiple stab wounds after hosting a birthday party in the hours leading up ...

Two words Kerr muttered outside court

There have been extraordinary scenes outside a courthouse as Sam Kerr was heard muttering two words under her breath.

Global casino mogul sighted in Sydney

As The Star continues to fight for survival, the appearance of a mysterious new Asian shareholder and the visit to Sydney by a billionaire casino mogul has tongues wagging in the g...

‘Well overdue’: NSW paramedics to trial stab-proof vests

Paramedics could soon be armed with stab-proof vests in NSW – a move welcomed by the father of a young paramedic stabbed in Sydney’s southwest.

Additional $400m needed to give 4000 specialists a pay rise

The wage demands of NSW psychiatrists preparing to quit would cost the government $241m, plus $159m in flow-on pay rises for other specialists, but those working in mental health s...

One thing that can stem collapse crisis

The number of Aussie businesses collapsing due to a ballooning tax debt has soared, as owners cling to hope for one thing that can turn their fortunes around.

Whine over wine this Dry January

The real challenge lies in navigating social gatherings. Stepping into a party or dinner without a drink in hand can feel like entering uncharted territory

‘Burn it’: Nissan slammed over dud move

The global carmaker thought they’d brought a classic into the modern era but fans slammed them for doing the unthinkable.

Loved-up Hugh Jackman passionately kisses girlfriend

Hugh Jackman and his new girlfriend, former co-star Sutton Foster, have been spotted kissing passionately for the first time since their secret relationship was exposed. See the ph...

Suddenly, the haters are losing the Australia Day fight and that’s great

At a time Australians have are increasingly being pitted against each other over everything from housing to the Middle East any sort of societal glue is not just welcome … it’s des...

Influencer’s staggering budget - even in a ‘no spend’ month

An Australian influencer has stunned her followers by revealing her usual monthly spend amid plans to introduce a strict budget.

Wild images reveal Aussie landslide horror

The Aussie home wiped out in a freak landslide was bought just two years ago. Dramatic images show how it all went wrong.

‘It’s a relief’: Princess Catherine confirms she is in remission

A glowing Princess Catherine has confirmed her cancer is in remission as she visited patients at the same hospital where she received cancer treatment. See the photos.

‘We must get off this place’: Batty’s horror on croc-infested island

One of the more random jobs I did while running a television production company in Alice Springs was organise a fashion shoot for a major German fashion label, in January 1993. ...

‘SCAM!’: Family’s anger over fake tribute for shark attack victim

An unverified social media “tribute” page dedicated to Lance Appleby has popped up a day after his memorial.

‘16 items for under $10’: Back to School deal as cheap as 10c

As budget-conscious Aussie parents seek bargains during this year’s back to school shop, big retailers battle over low prices on popular items. See some of the deals and how they c...

Parents celebrate ‘one-in-a-million’ birth of identical triplets

A set of identical triplets welcomed into the world last week are believed to be the first such “multiples” born in Tasmania in more than 50 years.

Why airfares will stay higher for longer

Two major developments are ruling out any chance of airfares coming down in 2025 and beyond.

What really happens to home values in fires, floods

Thinking of buying a home in areas at risk of bushfires or floods? Our property experts reveal what really happens to the value of affected properties if disaster strikes.

Truth behind Pip Edwards and Jackie O's friendship

After shocking the fashion industry by exiting P.E. Nation, Pip Edwards reflects on her new chapter and how her close friends - including Jackie O - have helped her.

The image that should terrify Australian Open officials

Love him or hate him, the Kyrgios effect is undeniable. As JOE BARTON writes, with the Aussie drawcard’s career close to the end, tennis is only just realising what it will miss.

Demi Moore stuns with name revelation

Hollywood star Demi Moore has sent fans into a spin with an astounding admission about her first name. See the video.

Aliens, drones, UFOs? Strange lights caught on film

A woman says she has been spotting strange orbs near her home for the past few weeks and has proof of her sightings. SEE THE VIDEO

Disgusting acts of bad homebuyers exposed

An Aussie real estate agent has lifted the lid on the outrageous antics of frustrated buyers — including one woman who did the unthinkable at an open home inspection.

Ivanka, Melania reveal White House roles ahead of return

The Trump women are speaking out ahead of the upcoming inauguration, telling their plans for the new administration.

Influencer slams cruise line after ‘abysmal, horrific’ holiday

A popular cruise line has apologised after a Brisbane influencer labelled her recent holiday as ‘abysmal’, calling out inedible food, disinterested staff and cancelled ...

Former Neighbours star announces pregnancy with her seventh child

Madeleine West has shared that she is pregnant with her seventh child, her first since splitting with celebrity chef Shannon Bennett.