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26th February 2025

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Sydney nurse charged over anti-Semitic hospital video

A Sydney nurse has been charged with three Commonwealth offences after allegedly making anti-Semitic threats in a video filmed at a hospital and shared online.

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Firefighters injured, roof caves in as blaze rips through unit complex

Four firefighters have suffered minor injuries after a fire tore through a unit complex in western Sydney, causing the roof to collapse.

No more Mr Nice Guy: Laurie Daley like you’ve never seen him before

Known universally as being a bloody good bloke, NSW coach Laurie Daley is set to unleash a no-nonsense, harder edge than his previous stint at the Blues, writes DEAN RITCHIE.

Vatican issues ’guarded’ update on Pope Francis

Pope Francis remains hospitalised with a serious lung infection and other ailments as the Vatican released an update on the health of the Pontiff.

US Coastguard was monitoring Chinese warships on its way to Sydney

US delegates on US Coast Guard ship say they were aware of the fleet of Chinese warships off the NSW coast while on its recent voyage to Sydney but said they had no encounters.

Wanted man allegedly escaped police custody after rooftop siege

A man who allegedly sparked a siege in Sydney’s west during a dramatic attempt at resisting arrest allegedly escaped police custody, court documents allege. Read the latest.

Fears upzoned neighbourhood will become ‘jobs crisis of tomorrow’

Slash the number of buildings, prioritise jobs over homes and protect heritage – the state government has come under fire from a Sydney council over plans to add 2000 homes and 25,...

Driver who allegedly killed two on mountain road back in court

A Mid-North Coast butcher charged with negligent and dangerous driving, causing the death of a well known photographer and a passenger has fronted court with a request.

Born to be a Shark: Stonestreet’s journey from fan to Las Vegas start

From the age of four, Sam Stonestreet would carry an autograph book to every Sharks game. Now, through an untimely injury, the Cronulla local will represent his team on rugby leagu...

‘Trump bump’ becomes slump as US consumer confidence dips

Donald Trump’s ‘big, beautiful’ $1.5 trillion spending cuts bill is set to face opposition in Congress, as US consumer confidence dropped to its lowest in years.

NSW records first Japanese encephalitis death since 2022

A man in his 70s from northern Sydney has died from Japanese encephalitis, likely picked up in southern NSW, prompting a warning from health officials on the mosquito-borne virus.

How to pick a gun SuperCoach side in just five minutes

Still haven’t made your NRL SuperCoach team for this season? We’ve got you covered! Here’s our guide on how to pick a gun SuperCoach side in just five minutes to win your mini-leag...

Don’t buy Burke’s flag-draped excuse for backyard citizenship blitz

Tony Burke may claim that his mass citizenship drive was about nationhood, not votes, but Labor’s record tells a very different story, writes James Morrow.

‘Russia is a menace’: Starmer steadfast ahead of Trump meeting

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has laid his cards on the table in a fiery speech to parliament ahead of his trip to the White House to discuss the war in Ukraine with Donald T...

Man’s ‘bizarre’ call to police after alleged inner west break in

A man allegedly broke into an inner west Sydney townhouse to steal and threatened an occupant before making a “bizarre” call to police. Now, he has made a fresh bid for bail.

The Aussie hit maker set to party at Mardi Gras

Sydney Mardi Gras always attracts a big name performer. This year’s headliner is Leland but who will be joining him?

First mates: Burke invited Labor buddies to citizenship bonanza

Liberal Senator Andrew Bragg was invited to attend the Olympic Park ceremonies … nine days after local mayors received their invitations.

All-rounder Albo bowls them over in backyard cricket test

We can only assume over the fence was six and out as PM Anthony Albanese turned all-rounder, opening the doors of Kirribilli House for a friendly game of backyard cricket.

Aussie facing 10 years in US jail over drug mule charges

A young Australian woman allegedly tried to traffic almost $3.8 million worth of methamphetamine in her suitcase on a flight from San Francisco back to Brisbane.

Mega hospital ‘full steam ahead’ despite $70m budget blowout

Video: A major regional hospital is rising on the South Coast with construction “full steam ahead”, despite a last minute cost blowout in the millions Premier Minns hoped “would be...

‘She will never be traditional’: insider spills on Melania Trump

A source close to Melania Trump has revealed her plans for the next four years – and the intriguing reason why the First Lady enjoys remaining an enigma.

Kanye’s wife accused of ‘weird, anti-Semitic’ behaviour

A Yeezy employee has claimed Kanye West’s Australian wife Bianca Censori displayed ‘demonic and weird’ behaviour, asking employees about Jews.

Tesla owners disguising their cars amid fear

Owners of Elon Musk’s Tesla EVs are taking some extreme measures on the road for one very sad reason.

Trainers dish on their seven pet peeves at the gym

Gym workers have revealed the most annoying habits of workout junkies. Find out if you’re guilty of a gym floor faux pas.

‘You going to have a slurp of that?’: King Charles pulls a beer

King Charles deftly pulled himself a pint of beer before taking a cheeky sip to the delight of staff at a local brewery. See the video.

Looking for love? It’s time to ditch your dating apps

Hobbies like running, drawing, and role-playing games are helping young people find love, and allowing them to kiss goodbye dating apps for good.

This rate cut is a magic trick, and the joke is on us

A rate cut doesn’t mean much when a cup of coffee is forecast to hit the $12 mark, writes Madonna King.

Revealed: Why Friends stars absent from Matthew Perry doco

The director of a new documentary covering the life and death of tragic Friends star Matthew Perry has told why the actor’s co-stars did not take part.

Game over for pages sharing sexist content for clicks

It’s disappointing to see a sporting social media page, which rides on the coat tails of women, posting misogynist content for views, Jess Adamson writes.

Old time habit the supermarkets are sleeping on

Apparently Australia’s retailers aren’t on the same page as people like me, writes Peter Goers.

Drake to leave country, adding fuel to tour cancellation fears

Drake’s remaining Australian and New Zealand tour dates are reportedly under threat with the Canadian rap superstar’s private jet scheduled to depart Brisbane for Fiji this morning...

Aussie 23yo ‘It girl’ exposes $30m lush pad

She makes her money in an unassuming way, but this Aussie “It girl” isn’t shy about showing off her $30 million pad at just 23 years old.

Kayla’s wild rant sparks Bikini Body revolt

Her Bikini Body Guide made Kayla Itsines millions of fans and dollars. But years after it was renamed, a rant from the influencer has resulted in it coming under fire again. Find o...

Bert Newton’s grandson smashes Olympian’s swim records

His grandfather won Gold Logies, his dad won Olympic medals, now this Melbourne schoolboy is making a splash as he continues his quest to the Australian swim team.

Backlash over small detail on pub’s receipt: ‘It’s bulls**t’

An Aussie pub giant has left a diner fuming over a small detail on their receipt, but there are many defending the venue. HAVE YOUR SAY

Wilkinson’s cheeky post after $1m call

Lisa Wilkinson declared it “celebration day” in an Instagram post a day after Ten were ordered to pay legal costs associated with Bruce Lehrmann’s defamation lawsuit.

Meghan embroiled in new copycat row over TV series

Meghan Markle has been accused of copying Hollywood icon Pamela Anderson in the latest setback for her new lifestyle venture.

‘Cleaning my daughter’s drink bottle landed me in hospital’

A Newcastle mum thought she was doing the right thing by sterilising her daughter’s new drink bottle for school - but tragically, she will never make the same mistake again.

‘Selfish’ mistake Gen X mums keep making

We seem to have this unrealistic expectation of how our girls should be interacting with us, writes Robyn Ingerson.

I went from nothing to a property tycoon with a $22m mansion

A Brisbane real estate mogul whose portfolio who includes an incredible mansion has shared his secrets to success, and they’re something you can do.

Flying camera launches from the palm of your hand

Critics have dubbed it the Flop, but we reckon this drone is one of the best gadgets we’ve reviewed in years. SEE THE PICS, VIDEOS