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15th December 2024

AM Edition

Haunting image hero cop still sees everywhere

The hero cop who shot dead terrorist Man Haron Monis to end the horrifying Lindt Cafe siege 10 years ago is calling for a national inquiry into first responder PTSD.

‘Last breath’: Heartbreaking moment cops can’t forget

Despite cop Ben Besant’s extensive work with psychologists and psychiatrists, guilt has still consumed him.

Where the Lindt Cafe siege survivors are now

They were tragic participants caught in a moment of terror that changed Sydney forever. Here is where the police and hostages who were caught up in that day of infamy are now.

Demerit point countdown: 1.1 million ’good’ drivers to get points back

Almost 1.1 million drivers have less than five weeks of offence-free driving left before the NSW government scrubs demerit points from their licence. See our suburb-by-suburb guide...

Millennials fleeing Sydney drives baby boom in the bush

Bush towns are the new front line of NSW’s baby boom, with new data showing they are now outstripping city areas in year-on-year birthrates. See what areas are fuelling the baby bo...

‘Threat was to behead me’: Jewish leader refuses to bow to hate

Young Australian Jewish leader vows his community will not be cowed by hate.

Tony Mokbel’s first words from jail

Tony Mokbel, the underworld’s biggest gambler, bet on the wrong lawyer, Nicola Gobbo, who turned against him. Now he hopes the Lawyer X scandal will unlock his cell door.

NRL 2025 betting guide: Punters declare Panthers dynasty over

David Riccio has opened his Santa sack to find all the good oil from the TAB on the best and worst backed teams for 2025, with the punters declaring the Panthers dynasty is finally...

Ray of sunshine: Meet Australia’s first clouded leopard cub

Mirri - an Aboriginal word representing ‘the sun’ - is a fitting name for the first clouded leopard to be born in Australia and one of less than 10,000 of her kind left in the worl...

Who will Sam Armytage be waking up with?

There’s likely no risk of Samantha Armytage being upstaged this week when she makes her official debut on Nine’s Today, with the original A-list co-host pulling the pin on his appe...

Sally Dowling under fire over another failed rape case

Which judge has hit out at DPP Sally Dowling SC? Which lawyer lost their appeal to have their sexual harassment case heard in secret? And will Alan Jones speak? The Snitch is here.

Melbourne Storm scraps regular Welcome to Country ceremonies

One of Australia’s most respected sporting clubs will no longer hold regular Welcome to Country ceremonies, with the Melbourne Storm ditching the “divisive” tradition.

2GB radio host makes the big switch – twice

Former 2GB Drive show host Chris O’Keefe and his wife, Fox Sports presenter Yvonne Sampson, have sold in Lilyfield and bought in Balgowlah Heights.

Get drunk, go home - new booze guidelines for pollies

A battle looms as a NSW MP contemplates a federal tilt; a Liberal candidate draws first blood in teal challenge; and new booze guidelines are looming for NSW pollies. See more in T...

Party’s over for massive deck

In yet another example of whereby the attitude of the super-rich is that the “rules don’t apply”, the owner of one of Sydney’s most expensive homes has built a massive deck without...

Olympic level jumpers on show at Magic Millions

Australia’s richest horse sale is just one element of the glittering Magic Millions carnival which will include racing, showjumping and polo and feature some of the world’s top equ...

Kid Laroi heating up in icy New York

He might’ve grown up enjoying warm Aussie Christmases but The Kid Laroi looked right at home at the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball in a frigid New York.

Market Watch: Wests Tigers star linked to rival club

Out of favour Wests Tigers playmaker Jayden Sullivan could be on the move before the end of the year, after completing a medical with a rival club. See the latest transfer news.

Well, at least Hamas gave Albo its vote of confidence

Australians want a change of direction, they want to be able to work hard and get ahead, but most of all, they want hope that our nation’s best days are not behind us, writes Peta ...

New ‘Thatcherite’ who could become UK’s first black PM

UK conservative leader Kemi Badenoch is quickly gaining widespread attention for her bluntness, impressive grasp of detail and her no-nonsense ‘anti-woke views’. See the video.

India’s ‘Nasser Hussain’ moment? Sharma’s Gabba ‘sucker punch’

Nasser Hussain infamously won the toss, asked Australia to bat at the Gabba and then watched as they piled on 2-364 in a day. Now, one great is predicting a similar “sucker punch” ...

Tips and tricks to prepare your child for kindergarten

More than 60,000 four and five-year-olds are gearing up to start kindergarten at the state’s public schools in 2025. Here’s how you can best prepare your child.

‘Brazen’ find in traveller’s luggage: cops

Police working out of a major airport have released photos of a “brazen” find as a warning for travellers during the festive season.

Get recipes with the Daily Telegraph app

The Daily Telegraph app gives you a front row seat to the news as it happens every day. Here’s why you should download today.

‘Nothing off limits’: Kyle and Jackie O’s vulgar on-air content

The media watchdog has been accused of having “no teeth” over controversial radio stars Kyle and Jackie O, with vulgar expletive-filled commentary broadcast in a prime ...

Surprise town crowned top Aussie holiday spot

Cost of living pressures have changed Aussies travel habits, with a local spot emerging as the most popular holiday destination this summer.

Unit owner’s shocking $210k loss over 10 years

Not everyone is making a killing on property says Scott Pape, noting some inner city suburbs are struggling with one seller having to cut $210k off the price they paid 10 years ago...

Entitled Christmas shopper shocks with parking act

“Call centre security to hopefully get it towed," one outraged Aussie said.

This easy shopping hack let me do Christmas for free

With Christmas fast approaching and families on an ever-tightening budget, we’ve asked the experts the best way to save this year.

‘Honest’: Girls star on series’ legacy

It was a controversial series about sex and relationships in New York. Here, Zosia Mamet reflects on the enduring appeal of Lena Dunham’s Girls – as she stars in the Hollywood rebo...

The strange answer to driver trauma

An innovative new virtual reality program is helping drivers overcome psychological trauma after car accidents.

Aussie couple in 30s turn $60k into $153m

An Aussie couple in their 30s have revealed how they saved $60,000 and made simple moves to now own a $153 million empire.

Real reason Megan Gale isn’t married yet

They’ve been engaged since 2017 and share two children. Now Megan Gale has revealed why she ‘isn’t in a rush’ to tie the knot with fiance Shaun Hampson.

Aussie music superstars reborn ‘like an octopus’

Some of Australia’s biggest voices are being remixed with Aussie DJs to create instant summer dance classics.

New ‘Thatcherite’ who could become UK’s first black PM

UK conservative leader Kemi Badenoch is quickly gaining widespread attention for her bluntness, impressive grasp of detail and her no-nonsense ‘anti-woke views’. See the video.

‘The truth of it is - I’m ready now’

Aussie actor Victoria Morgan — who moved to LA 10 years ago to study acting — is grateful she didn’t find her current fame too early in her career.

Inside Aussie billionaire’s lavish party to win Trump over

Australian billionaire Anthony Pratt is hosting a massive bash at Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate this weekend in his latest move to renew his relationship with the President-elec...

‘Tiger, tiger, tiger’: Three words that triggered terrorist’s downfall

Ten years after a lone terrorist pulled a gun in a popular Sydney cafe, two people - a terrified hostage and a hero police officer - reveal the inside story of what happened. Scrol...

School mums allegedly fleeced $60k in 6yo ‘cancer scam’

A breathtaking scam that allegedly fleeced good-hearted South Australians after parents pretended their child had eye cancer has shocked the state.

We’re losing the plot as parents when The Rainbow Fish is cancelled

“Hurry up” makes kids anxious. “I’m proud of you” is out because it focuses on how adults feel. “stop hitting your sister” is out — “gentle hands” are in. The “adultism” parenting ...

Can Jay-Z’s fame, marriage survive alleged rape scandal with Diddy?

As Jay-Z faces allegations that he and Sean “Diddy” Combs raped a 13-year-old girl, we take a look at what he’s accused of, what’s at stake, and how it will affect his marriage to ...

Two-handed crews’ incredible $17,500 loo for Sydney to Hobart

It might look like an average toilet and even operate like one but the price tag makes this the ultimate Royal Throne in the Sydney to Hobart yacht race fleet.

Cult student meal recalled from stores

A cult-favourite meal loved by students has been recalled and pulled from Aussie shelves on a potential food health hazard.

‘I always wanted a partner for life’: Elsa Pataky on her marriage to Chris Hemsworth

Elsa Pataky has opened up about the secret to her happy marriage, why she prioritises motherhood and the one non-negotiable request she had before she moved to Australia.