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9th January 2025

PM Edition

Celebs in line of fire as homes destroyed

Hollywood’s biggest names have been caught up in the fatal California wildfires, with one heartbroken star breaking down as he told how his home had been decimated.

Most destructive fire in LA history: Horror footage as death toll rises

The death toll in the LA wildfires has risen, with at least 1,100 properties destroyed and 150,000 fleeing the blazes. Follow live updates.

‘Apocalyptic’: Why the LA wildfires are so destructive

Los Angeles is no stranger to wildfires, but the current unfolding disaster is the worst in living memory. Here’s why.

Underworld figure arrested over alleged plot to kill rival

NSW Police detectives swooped on Omar Haouchar on Thursday morning and are set to charge him with conspiracy to murder over an alleged plot to kill a rival on Christmas Day in 2023...

The key thing Hadi Nazari did to survive 13 days lost in the bush

Lost for 13 days in thick, remote bushland, survival experts say just one decision made by the 23 year-old hiker may have saved his life.

Garbo chased into cafe in bizarre Double Bay rampage

Police were called to Double Bay on Wednesday after reports a man had chased a garbage truck driver into a cafe before harassing staff, then slumping unconscious to the ground.

Garbage truck dumps rubbish on street after chemical fire

A garbage truck has been forced to dump its rubbish load outside a fire station in Sydney, after a chemical reaction caused a fire inside waste collection container.

This tool can predict if and when you’ll get early Alzheimer’s disease

A new online tool has been able to predict what age older adults will get Alzheimer’s. And it may give people the chance to plan their dementia care while they are still able to.

Young gun bolts into Test squad as Abbott chases debut

A rising star from Western Australia has been called up for the two-Test tour of Sri Lanka. Rolling coverage!

Update on alleged cold case killing

A man arrested over the alleged cold case murder of a woman almost 30 years ago will be extradited to Queensland after NSW Police dropped charges against him.

‘Artist’s impression won’t save us’: Fire victims’ fury at emergency hub wait

Victims of the Black Summer bushfires have vented their fury as the site earmarked for a crucial emergency hub sits vacant five years on, accusing authorities of complacency and wa...

‘Loneliness and stupidity’: Doctor had sex with two patients

A Sydney GP, who had sex with patients of the same clinic where his wife worked, has blamed “inappropriate” relationships on stress associated with his marriage breakdown.

Hiker’s survival off just two muesli bars

New photos have captured the moment a group of hikers found a lost bushwalker who’d survived on water and two muesli bars for two weeks.

AI deepfake porn scandal rocks high school

A high school in Sydney’s southwest has sent a letter to parents apologising over an AI deepfake porn scandal, allegedly created by a year 12 student.

Retirement bombshell: Warriors captain makes shock call

With the Warriors already staring down the barrel of life without Shaun Johnson, the club has now been dealt a further blow with their skipper making a shock call on his NRL career...

Why Australia’s economy may not get the migrant exodus it needs

A former Immigration Department deputy secretary has cast doubt on the migration forecasts which show an exodus of n overseas residents, casting doubt on any solution to the housin...

Bodies of father and son hostages found as Hamas deal ‘close’

The US says it’s on the brink of securing the release of the remaining Israeli hostages. The deal will come too late for father and son captives Youssef and Hamza al-Zayadna.

Albanese on the attack over housing, migration

In an exclusive interview with The Daily Telegraph, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has ripped into both the Greens and the Coalition blaming them for housing and migration issues.

Two men charged after public place ‘shooting’ in Sydney’s west

Police have charged two men and seized a large quantity of methylamphetamine following an investigation into a public place shooting incident in St Marys.

Machete-wielding man arrested in DC ahead of Trump visit

A man carrying a machete and several knives has been detained at the US Capitol building just hours ahead of US President-elect Donald Trump’s expected visit.

Boxing royalty Nikita Tszyu weds in secret

Two weeks after his brother’s wedding, boxer Nikita Tszyu married his girlfriend in an intimate ceremony just days after making an application before a registrar.

Major update: Aussies’ price-freeze shock

Aussies are finally breathing a sigh of relief after new data has shown a major freeze in an area no one saw coming.

Liam Payne’s official cause of death revealed

The inquest into the death of One Direction star Liam Payne opens, as his heartbroken girlfriend posts a devastating update.

‘Tired of your sh*t’: What childcare educators really think of you

A former childcare educator has unapologetically lifted the lid on some of the downsides of the job in an eye-opening reality check, labelling some parents as “giant pains in...

Celebs in line of fire as homes destroyed

Hollywood’s biggest names have been caught up in the fatal California wildfires, with one heartbroken star breaking down as he told how his home had been decimated.

It’s official – this city has the worst traffic in Australia

One Australian city has claimed the unwanted title of the worst traffic in the country.

Major update: Aussies’ price-freeze shock

Aussies are finally breathing a sigh of relief after new data has shown a major freeze in an area no one saw coming.

Liam Payne’s official cause of death revealed

The inquest into the death of One Direction star Liam Payne opens, as his heartbroken girlfriend posts a devastating update.

‘F*** him’: MAFS contestant set to take on former UFC star

A Gold Coast Married At First Sight contestant who doubles as a kickboxing world champion could be set to step into the ring with a renowned UFC fighter after an online feud betwee...

Insane EV supercar feature cops will hate

The tech in this EV supercar is something straight out of a Bond film and police are going to hate it.

Aussie grandma’s eye-watering lotto win

A grandmother is celebrating after being given the life-changing news that she won the Weekday Windfall draw.

‘UnAustralian’: Kmart accused of ‘ripping off’ Aussie invention

An Aussie small-business owner has accused the retail giant of copying his award-winning kitchen tool that was featured in Time Magazine and on Oprah, and selling it for $5.

Red alert as TikTok revives dangerous beauty trend

The once ubiquitous beauty routine is back in a new medium. But experts say the same old risks are still there.

‘Red flags’: Top 5 scams targeting Aussies

From sextortion to cryptocurrency investment scams, here are the fresh ways scammers are trying to get money from Aussies.

How beer-loving Bob almost ended PM bid before it began

Standing naked in front of the mirror in his hotel suite, Bob Hawke had much to ponder as he lovingly combed his luxuriant mane of hair.

Cabana-gate: What Aussies pay to sit on world’s beaches

National debate over the use of cabanas to secure an all-day spot at the beach could be signalling a future where free access to Australia’s beaches is a thing of the past. Vote in...

Aussies uncover ‘secret listings’ in unknown hack

There is an unexpected hack that Aussies are exploiting, which has uncovered “secret listings” in some of the country’s most high-demand areas.

Channel 7 stars reveal their salaries on-air

Two Channel 7 reporters have left viewers shocked after they publicly revealed their salaries in candid new interviews.

Meet Hugh Jackman’s new Broadway star girlfriend

After months of speculation, Hugh Jackman appears to have hard launched his relationship with Sutton Foster. But who is the lucky lady that has stuck her claws into Wolverine?

Aussie image-makers behind some of world’s most recognisable faces

They’re the faces behind our famous faces. See the Australian stylists, makeup artists, cosmetic surgeons and fitness gurus who keep the world’s rich and famous looking flawless.

HMPV outbreak: What Aussies need to know

As China experiences a surge of the infectious respiratory virus HMPV, here’s everything you need to know about it.

‘Nothing could prepare me’: OnlyFans star reveals weirdest request

An Aussie OnlyFans creator and TikTok star has opened up about the future of her trade after one customer’s unusual request.

Haunting pics as shelves stripped in popular discount shop

The complete transformation of this once bustling retail outlet in a capital city CBD was swift after some sad news dropped.