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17th January 2025

AM Edition

Cars torched, hate messages sprayed in affluent Sydney suburb

Cars in an affluent Sydney suburb have been torched and anti-Semitic messages sprayed on them in the early hours of Friday.

First person charged under anti-Semitism laws

The first person to be charged under Australia’s strict new anti-Semitism laws can now be revealed.

Third man charged after alleged anti-Semitic graffiti attack

Another man has been charged after 10 vehicles and buildings – including a high-end eastern suburbs restaurant – were damaged in an alleged anti-Semitic attack.

It’s not just you: Sydney’s dating problem

The Daily Telegraph’s exclusive new series, ‘Heartbreak Harbour’, reveals just how tough the quest for love is in Sydney right now.

Packer, girlfriend score dinner invite to Trump them all

James Packer and his model girlfriend have dined with some of the world’s most powerful players, sharing a star-studded table with Donald Trump, Elon Musk and Brett Ratner.

Visionary filmmaker David Lynch dead at 78

Groundbreaking filmmaker David Lynch, known for Blue Velvet, Twin Peaks, and Mulholland Drive, which made Naomi Watts a star, is dead at 78.

‘Thanks for the pay cheque Australia:’ AO’s new villain unveiled

A provocative post-match interview has cemented Danielle Collins as the new villain of the Australian Open, after teasing local fans following her win over Destanee Aiava.

The thing that’s ruined dating in Sydney

We spoke to seven Sydney singles to try and truly understand what is going wrong in the dating scene. See what they had to say in our exclusive new series ‘Heartbreak Harbour.’

Commuters get temporary train pain relief for a week

Commuters should get a break from train chaos for the next week, after the Fair Work Commission on Thursday ordered unions stop their strikes until legal action could be properly c...

Fierce opposition from councils over golf course carve-up

While Sydney City Lord Mayor Clover Moore is a flag-waving fan of plans to slash Moore Park golf course, neighbouring councils are staunchly opposed.

‘Biggest shake-up in decades’: Aussie radio plans for 2025

Radio executives are using all the tricks in the book to encourage more people to listen to their stations in 2025. One station has even changed its name, while others are hoping n...

WATCH: Singles’ unfiltered truth about Sydney dating

Heartbreak Harbour: It's Not You, It's Sydney, Episode 1 of DTTV dating series

WATCH: Meet the man behind viral Konstas car crash video

Meet Sirajuddin Khan, the man who was caught up in a viral CCTV video after he jumped out of his car to get a photo with Sam Konstas. SEE THE VIDEO.

Serial animal-cruelty offender breaches another order

A serial animal abuser convicted of cruelty charges in NSW and Victoria has been seen with more than double the number of horses than she is allowed to keep.

US ‘confident’ ceasefire issues can be resolved, Israeli vote imminent

The US says that it is positive that a ceasefire in Gaza would move forward as Israel’s cabinet gets set to vote despite a “last minute crisis” and Hamas posts a shocking “pride” v...

Two miracles too much to ask as Special Ks depart in sad style

It was a miracle that they were even out there, but in the end a win was too much to ask of Thanasi Kokkinakis and Nick Kyrgios, who were unable to overcome their Aus Open injury i...

Teen charged with murdering dad after birthday celebrations

A teenager has been charged with the stabbing murder of his father on the night of his own 18th birthday party.

Australia’s Top End is truly hair-raising Territory for Bean team

The recreation of Francis Birtles’ epic 1927 drive from London to Melbourne has had some hair-raising moments across the globe — but Australia’s Top End topped the lot.

Man behind iconic Australian brand dies

Tributes are flowing for Quiksilver founder, the surfwear pioneer Alan “Greeny” Green, who has died at his home from cancer, aged 77.

Ex-NRL bad boy John Hopoate’s rare win over ‘road rage’ video

Police issued John Hopoate with a fine for offensive conduct after an apparent “road rage” incident with another driver. A year on, they suddenly changed their tune.

Beloved Oxford St venue set for another revival

A popular Oxford St venue slated for last drinks will live on with talks underway over a new location with a major player in Sydney’s hospitality scene.

‘Kind soul’: Teen identified as Werri Lagoon drowning victim

Sydney teenager Ayat Hossain was enjoying the last of his school holidays when he drowned while swimming with friends at Werri Lagoon on south coast.

Stunning footage of lightning near Opera House

Expect more wild and windy conditions in Sydney and on the state’s east coast today, as storms threaten further damage following Wednesday’s severe weather. SEE WHAT’S IN STORE.

Visionary filmmaker David Lynch dead at 78

Groundbreaking filmmaker David Lynch, known for Blue Velvet, Twin Peaks, and Mulholland Drive, which made Naomi Watts a star, is dead at 78.

Private eye spills: Secret ways cheaters get caught

It’s not just how they get away with it that this expert – but how their plans unravel as well.

TikTok frenzy after teen influencer’s business reveal

Fourteen-year-old Queensland social media sensation Deja Clark has announced her first solo business.

How Heath Ledger inspired new Wolf Man

Aussie director Leigh Whannell reveals what inspired his new horror flick and reflects on the legacy of his accidental breakout hit Saw.

12 best beach breaks to take in 2025

Experience coastal gems at their most spectacular, most relaxing – sometimes even most affordable

Man behind iconic Australian brand dies

Tributes are flowing for Quiksilver founder, the surfwear pioneer Alan “Greeny” Green, who has died at his home from cancer, aged 77.

Bezos takes on Musk with massive rocket launch into orbit

Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk will be able to compare rocket sizes at Donald Trump’s inauguration next week after the billionaire’s Blue Origin company launched a rocket into orbit for ...

Murray confident Djokovic can rewrite history

Andy Murray says it’s not a failure if Novak Djokovic doesn’t rewrite the record books with another Australian Open title, but says the tennis legend is in it to win it.

Taylor Swift’s next step with Travis in $2.7m mansion reno

Taylor Swift is giving one of her mansions a facelift — signifying another step in her relationship with NFL boyfriend Travis Kelce.

Melania Trump makes huge White House call

Speculation has been mounting that Melania Trump wouldn’t return to the White House when husband Donald takes up the US presidency for a second time. She just made her final call.

Internet loses it over celeb look-alike cat

A South Aussie rescue kitten’s “clever name” and celebrity look-alike has won it a litter of fans.

Health funds told to try again on premiums

Private health insurers have been told to “sharpen their pencils” and provide a more “reasonable” price hike which will come into effect on April 1.

Aussie campers under fire over disappointing trend

A volunteer has slammed budget holidaymakers, sending a timely reminder to others planning to do the same.

F1 star propels barber to global fame with ‘iconic’ Aussie act

A hilarious video of an F1 superstar getting his hair cut at an SA barber has gone viral on social media – and sparked claims the cult figure is “more Aussie than most Australians”...

Son of Aussie swim legend signs MLB deal

He can pitch the ball at 152kmh and is named after one of baseball’s greatest legends. Now, it’s time for Australia’s latest teen sensation to take his first steps into Major Leagu...

Andre Agassi’s shock backhanded reply to ex Brooke Shields

Brooke Shields explains in her new memoir how ex-husband, tennis great Andre Agassi, played a backhand about her weight that added to her long-term body image issues.

iPhone glitch affects Apple users

Some Apple users have been complaining about a tech glitch that’s leaving them late for work. See who’s affected.

Princess Di’s bridesmaid behind Aussie swimwear collab

British aristocrat, India Hicks, who was once bridesmaid to Princess Diana, chose to accentuate her favourite body parts when designing her first swimwear collaboration with an Aus...

‘Still close’: Former couple share how they nailed a happy divorce

Ami Boundy and Danny Lopresto take pride in their successful split. He will even be best man at her wedding to new partner this year. This is how they did it.

DiCaprio makes big wildfires gesture after private jet backlash

Climate activist Leonardo DiCaprio has forked out $1 million to help Los Angeles fire victims, as a tennis star donated his winnings from the Australian Open.