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14th January 2025

PM Edition

LA fires: Arrests soar amid move to oust Governor

The number of people arrested over looting amid the LA wildfires has climbed, as fresh calls have been made for California Governor Gavin Newsom to resign. Follow live updates.

Hollywood star dies in LA fires

Heartbreaking details have emerged about the latest confirmed victims of the LA wildfires, which includes a Hollywood star, and their decisions to stay or their struggles to leave.

Golf fees soar amid plans to slash Sydney course

Plans to hack Moore Park golf course in half are driving membership fees through the roof at other Sydney clubs where wait lists are now up to three years. Find out how much the jo...

Ticking clock for star agent’s costs before fraud retrial

The state government has until close of business to pay back Guy Sebastian’s former manager’s enormous legal costs after a judge intervened in a bitter battle over the cost of his ...

‘Well overdue’: NSW paramedics to trial stab-proof vests

Paramedics could soon be armed with stab-proof vests in NSW – a move welcomed by the father of a young paramedic stabbed in Sydney’s southwest.

It takes a Village (People) to inaugurate Trump as president

They didn't vote for him, but he made them a hit all over again with his signature dance moves. So The Village People will happily perform at Donald Trump’s inauguration celebratio...

Nine Sydney beaches closed after return of mysterious grey balls

Nine popular Sydney beaches have been closed until further notice in the wake of hundreds of mysterious grey balls returning to Sydney shores.

‘Offensive’ audio sparks festival walkout

Attendees of a Sydney Festival performance have been issued refunds after an audio recording some deemed “deeply offensive” sparked walkouts.

Rail workers offered 15pc rise — but train go-slow is still on

Rail workers have been offered a 15 per cent pay rise over four years but the union has vowed to press ahead with industrial action while it considers the offer. See the main lines...

‘It’s complicated’: Star CEO seeks more time to avoid administration

Hong Kong companies, lenders and a Federal Government agency hold all the aces as the future of embattled Star Entertainment Group – and its 9000 staff – remains dicey. Read what i...

How Demon has tennis world running ‘scared’

He’s Australia’s greatest hope for the next fortnight, now tennis experts say Alex de Minaur has the tennis world ‘scared’ as he goes from strength to strength. FOLLOW DAY THREE AC...

Stretch of road billed as ‘dream home’ in bizarre sale

A 7.5m city road used for traffic has been turning heads after being listed as the site for a “dream home”- but it comes with a catch that’s triggered local residents.

New ABC Mornings radio host revealed after star’s shock axing

The ABC has unveiled the new voice of a popular radio program.

‘Make sure he suffers’: Dad’s chilling threats to judge

A Sydney father of two will be sentenced after sending a chilling email from a hospital bed threatening a high court judge who ordered his eviction from his house. READ THE FULL TR...

Hail no: What to expect from today’s weather

Severe storms are slated to impact the Harbour City this afternoon … and there are months of it to come. SEE WHAT’S IN STORE.

‘Robocop’ walks free as assault charge dropped

An ex-Coffs police officer dubbed ‘robocop’ for his sheer size – who previously had several assault charges dropped – is still bulletproof after having fresh allegations dismissed ...

Winners and losers: Which team won NRL free agency battle

It’s been a hot off-season on the NRL player market, with some big names crossing enemy lines for the 2025 season. We rate every club and analyse how the new faces – and the leaver...

LA fires: Arrests soar amid move to oust Governor

The number of people arrested over looting amid the LA wildfires has climbed, as fresh calls have been made for California Governor Gavin Newsom to resign. Follow live updates.

‘I was ignorant’: Man admits to Nazi salute during trans rights rally

A man who performed a Nazi salute in the middle of a transgender rights march has told a court he was “ignorant”, with his actions being slammed as “unacceptable”.

Disgusting acts of bad homebuyers exposed

An Aussie real estate agent has lifted the lid on the outrageous antics of frustrated buyers — including one woman who did the unthinkable at an open home inspection.

Former Neighbours star announces pregnancy with her seventh child

Madeleine West has shared that she is pregnant with her seventh child, her first since splitting with celebrity chef Shannon Bennett.

‘Difficult’: Big call on high-stakes Israel trip

Mark Dreyfus’ mission to salvage relations with Israel is “as important as it will be difficult”, an Australian Jewish group is warning.

The image that should terrify Australian Open officials

Love him or hate him, the Kyrgios effect is undeniable. As JOE BARTON writes, with the Aussie drawcard’s career close to the end, tennis is only just realising what it will miss.

Demi Moore stuns with name revelation

Hollywood star Demi Moore has sent fans into a spin with an astounding admission about her first name. See the video.

Aliens, drones, UFOs? Strange lights caught on film

A woman says she has been spotting strange orbs near her home for the past few weeks and has proof of her sightings. SEE THE VIDEO

Disgusting acts of bad homebuyers exposed

An Aussie real estate agent has lifted the lid on the outrageous antics of frustrated buyers — including one woman who did the unthinkable at an open home inspection.

Ivanka, Melania reveal White House roles ahead of return

The Trump women are speaking out ahead of the upcoming inauguration, telling their plans for the new administration.

Influencer slams cruise line after ‘abysmal, horrific’ holiday

A popular cruise line has apologised after a Brisbane influencer labelled her recent holiday as ‘abysmal’, calling out inedible food, disinterested staff and cancelled ...

Former Neighbours star announces pregnancy with her seventh child

Madeleine West has shared that she is pregnant with her seventh child, her first since splitting with celebrity chef Shannon Bennett.

‘Defective’ Paris Olympic medals to be replaced

The International Olympic Committee has confirmed ‘defective medals’ from the 2024 Games will be replaced with identical models after a flood of complaints from disgruntled athlete...

Wookiee noise at Litchfield, is it Chewbacca or a Yowie?

Tales of Bigfoot, Yowies, the Hairy Man, everyone’s heard them. But have you ever heard of one taking a dip at Buley Rockhole? TAKE OUR POLL.

American fast food giant opens first Australian store

An American fast food icon will open its first Australian store on the Gold Coast this week.

Deadly car tech fail you need to know about

A piece of safety technology common in all new cars has been called out after a major fault was discovered.

I lost 40kg in 16 months - and this is what really helped me do it

At her heaviest, Georgina Willard weighed almost 90kg and didn’t feel healthy. But she used specific kinds of goals to help her lose 40kg — and she still enjoys cookie-dough croiss...

Call for tourist ban on Aussie island

Residents south of Perth have called on the state government to ban visitors to a popular island to protect a species whose numbers have dwindled by 97 per cent.

WATCH: Mum’s incredible bodybuilding transformation

A teen mum who had experienced a cheating partner and subsequent yo-yoing on the scales had a tough life-turning moment which set her on a path to bodybuilding fame and a new busin...

‘Every game show under the sun’: Kokk’s cheeky Woodbridge sledge

Thanasi Kokkinakis has fired back at Todd Woodbridge’s criticism of his preparation with a cheeky jab, while revealing the extent of his injury woes after a four-hour marathon win....

Why Taronga won’t have elephants for first time since 1916

When Tang Mo and Pak Boon leave in March, Sydney’s famous zoo will be without elephants for the first time in more than a century.

Young star reacts to dad’s viral Big Bash showstopper

One of the last people to learn who caught the ball blasted into the Adelaide crowd by Nathan McSweeney on Saturday was the debutant who bowled it.

Stubborn neighbour caves, lands huge payday

A stubborn Aussie family that spent decades refusing massive offers from developers for their prime block of land just cashed in big time.

‘Pure greed’: Star slams ‘appalling’ act amid LA fires

Mogul Tyler Perry has lashed out as Los Angeles burns while a Hollywood legend’s home is destroyed and a former Biggest Loser Australia trainer’s Malibu home miraculously survives ...

I’m a theme park junkee, these are my top picks

He's sought out theme park thrills across the world, and this traveller's list of favourite locations range from the tried-and-true to unexpected surprises.