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4th January 2025

AM Edition

Konstas v Bumrah: Fuse lit for most explosive battle of the summer

The fuse has been lit for the most explosive session of the summer as Australian teen Sam Konstas returns to the SCG to start day two after a dramatic showdown with Indian captain ...

Dangerous line Konstas is treading could ignite or doom Australia

Circuit breaker and pot-stirrer extraordinaire, Sam Konstas is unlike anything Australian cricket has seen before. All eyes are on the teen tyro after his heated clash with Jasprit...

BBL rocked by horror collision between teammates

Sydney Thunder stars Daniel Sams and Cameron Bancroft were both taken to hospital after a horrific collision during their side’s BBL clash with the Scorchers in Perth.

Calls to beef-up security in Sydney hot spots after US terror attacks

Experts are calling for a review of Sydney’s counter-terrorism measures in the wake of a horror week of terror in the US, singling out a few hot spots they say need urgent attentio...

$24k in one day: A Ruddy big party bill

Australia’s Ambassador to the US billed Aussie taxpayers $24,000 in a single day for formal dinners, breakfasts, morning teas and a reception at his Washington DC digs. See the lis...

Andrew O'Keefe to face court – again

Beleaguered former Channel 7 star Andrew O’Keefe has been charged again and will face court this month.

Image makers: The experts behind Sydney’s famous faces

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

Hero Dad arrests naked 75yo man ‘filming’ kids at pool

A father was forced to make a citizen’s arrest after allegedly catching a naked elderly man filming young children in a local swimming pool shower.

Having seven daughters turned couple into cost-of-living survivors

With the average Australian family of four spending about $254 on groceries each week, having seven daughters has made Jane and Gary Wails experts in surviving a cost-of-living cri...

‘I feel like Batman’: Cybertruck bomber’s final texts revealed

The elite Special Forces soldier who blew up a Cybertruck outside Trump hotel in Las Vegas was texting an ex-girlfriend before the explosion – and she has only good things to say a...

Djokovic stunned in shock straight-sets defeat to world No.249

Not since his 2010 defeat to countryman Filip Krajnovic has Novak Djokovic been beaten by a lower-ranked opponent as his road to a 25th grand slam got suddenly bumpier.

A father’s anguish and the clue that may have stopped a killer

On the 20th anniversary of Lateesha Nolan’s murder, her father speaks of the pain that never eases and his family’s battles to rebuild lives, as a fresh clue that may have stopped ...

Income now needed to buy home raises price warning

New data has revealed how much you need to earn to afford a home in each Sydney suburb – and it signals a risky turn could be coming for the housing market.

Matildas on alert after surprise Sam Kerr move

Sam Kerr’s return to football could be sooner than originally thought following an update that’s sure to have caught the attention of Matildas interim coach Tom Sermanni.

Major change to paracetamol and new warning issued

The way Australians buy paracetamol is set to change, as experts warn people of the dangers of switching to alternate painkillers. See how it affects you.

Greens’ push to ban council prayers

Faith leaders have united to oppose a controversial call to axe prayers at Sydney’s oldest council.

Bullying our farmers in the name of ‘progress’

Australia is deploying cops on to farmers to take a business that does work, and rip it up to build something that does not, writes Vikki Campion.

‘Sabotaged’: Abbott’s explosive claim

Tony Abbott has blamed “unelected” officials for his government’s failure, claiming he was “thwarted by a leftist establishment”.

Sydney’s last suburbs affordable on salary under $100k

Rapid price growth during a period of higher interest rates has meant only 14 Sydney suburbs remain affordable for home seekers on a modest income.

America’s top doc calls for cancer warnings on alcohol

America may introduce warning labels on alcohol after a report attributed 100,000 US cancer cases a year to booze. Find out what cancer you could get and how little you have to dri...

Mysterious murder of 29 chickens stumps police - at first

A week-long investigation into “horrific acts of cruelty” committed against 29 chickens at an Illawarra High School has come to an abrupt end after the killer was revealed.

Update in Virgin crew sex assault and bashing attack in Fiji

The Virgin Australia crew at the centre of a sexual assault and bashing in Fiji have been interviewed, after a gang of youths lay in wait outside a Fiji nightclub before the allege...

Bushwalker dies after horror 20m fall

A man has died after a horror 20m fall into a waterhole during a bushwalk in Sydney’s north.

Wine drinkers, stop making this big mistake

What does your drink of choice actually say about you? Nikki Osborne take a deep dive.

‘I nearly lost my life eight times - I’m about to do it again’

An extreme athlete nearly died eight times 10 years ago - now he’s recreating the epic trip. Read what’s prompted a do over.

Staggering price for tiny hatchback

Time behind the wheel of BMW’s Golf GTI rival reveals a surprising turn of pace. But it will cost you.

Don’t mess with my wife! Ryan hits back at Blake’s co-star

Hollywood’s Mr Nice Guy has been accused of “berating” Blake Lively’s co-star Justin Baldoni, who in turn claims Ryan Reynolds accused a director of fat-shaming his wife.

The leaner, stronger, fitter diet that keeps weight off

You may think you’re eating healthily but to achieve the slim, strong body you want, you’ll need to eat more protein and fibre than you think.

Ex tough-guy cop’s Chief Wiggum moment over misplaced wheels

A hard-as-nails cop, who spent years facing down the toughest bad guys in organised crime, has been left red-faced when he called in the troops to track down his “stolen” car.

Meghan’s new TV show with Prince Harry cameo

The Duchess of Sussex’s dramatic return to social media includes sharing her latest project. See the video and the pictures.

Key political issues that divide men and women

A stark gender gap is emerging as Australian men and women take opposing views on some of the country’s biggest political talking points.

Surprise investment hotspots for 2025

Keep an eye on these unexpected locations when looking for the new year’s best property investment opportunities.

This terrible driving habit must end – we’re all guilty

Driving can be challenging at the best of times so let’s make a 2025 resolution to change this one bad trait.

This is the thing we all want to do the most in 2025

A new survey has revealed what Australians plan to change in 2025 – and the results may surprise you.

Discount ‘Lambo’ to stun Aussie buyers

Want a Lamborghini but don’t want the price tag? This European performance car is the answer you’ve been looking for.

‘Catwoman’ socialite Jocelyn Wildenstein dies

Jocelyn Wildenstein, who was known as “Catwoman” after having several plastic surgeries that altered her face, has died.

‘I’m confused’: Guy Pearce’s surprising reaction to Golden Globes nod

Guy Pearce has revealed some startling thoughts on acting awards ahead of the Golden Globes and the release of the acclaimed The Brutalist.

Aussie grandma’s secret to 80kg weight loss transformation

An Aussie grandmother has revealed how she lost a whopping 80kg.

‘Cannot wait’: Olivia Rogers’ ex Justin McKeone reveals baby news

Miss Universe Australia Olivia Rogers’ former husband, who has accused by a former employer of stealing almost $500,000, is expecting his first child.

It’s D-day: Why most couples start their divorce today

“Divorce season” is officially here, with experts revealing why January 2 is the day separation inquiries peak.

Did you have gut problems in 2024? You’re not alone

A major health insurer has unveiled the top surgeries Aussies claimed for last year, revealing a procedure used to screen for Coeliac and Crohn’s disease topped the list. See the d...

It’s official – we’ve found Australia’s worst drivers

Driving is a major issue across Australia but we now know which state has the worst offenders.

Insane secret Aussie holiday spots you’ve never heard of

You don’t need to travel across the world to look over the forest in a treehouse. Turns out there are some crazy secret locations in our backyards.