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9th January 2025

PM Edition

‘Lost everything’: Stars in shock as homes burn

Horrifying pictures show the multi-million dollar houses of Hollywood’s biggest names reduced to charred rubble as wildfires rage around LA.

‘Evacuate’: Sixth fire threatens Hollywood sign, 1500 homes gone

More people have been ordered to evacuate after a new blaze erupted in the Hollywood Hills, as authorities fear the death toll could rise as the deadly inferno rages around the cit...

Failed NRL prodigy ordered to repay fraud victims

A former NRL bad boy has been spared further jail time so he can pay back the victims he ripped off to the tune of $163,000 in a “Ponzi-style” investment scam.

Teen flown to hospital after wakeboarding accident

A teenage boy has been rushed to hospital after suffering head injuries in a wakeboarding accident on the Hawkesbury River.

Elvis fans all shook up at Central Station

Die-hard Elvis fans in glitzy jumpsuits, greasy hair wigs and kickin’ boots are headed for the annual Parkes Elvis festival event in honour of the beloved king of rock n’ roll.

‘His foot is all blisters, he can’t walk’: Hiker’s cousin reveals toll

The cousin of a hiker found after 13 days lost on Mt Kosciuszko says Hadi Nazari was good spirits, as new pictures emerge of the hiker with the man who found him.

‘Disgusting’: Minister slams AI porn scandal in Sydney school

The Department of Education has written to parents after a year 12 student allegedly made fake pornographic images of his peers and posted them online

NRL Market Watch: Dragons re-sign 121kg teenager

St George Illawarra Dragons have secured one of the best up-and-coming props in rugby league, locking down the 121kg 19-year-old on a multi-year deal.

Confirmed: Selectors blood new stars in major squad shake-up

Australia have made major changes to their Test squad for the tour of Sri Lanka, with Mitchell Marsh axed, no sign of Josh Hazlewood and a hosts of fresh faces.

Friends star’s touching toast to Matthew Perry

David Schwimmer opens up on why Friends still means so much to him 30 years after it first aired, and why he was keen to try his hand at horror.

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.

Kyrgios, Demon’s Aus Open paths revealed amid champ’s nightmare

The Australian Open draw landed some telling blows - including on the defending champions and an all-time great. See how it treated Australian stars Alex de Minaur and Nick Kyrgios...

Magic Millions record: Insurance tycoon splurges $2.8m on Snitzel colt

English millionaire Phil Cunningham only showed up at the Gold Coast on Thursday morning but instantly made his presence felt when he teamed up with Ciaron Maher to blow rival bidd...

Underworld figure charged over alleged plot to kill rival

NSW Police detectives swooped on Omar Haouchar on Thursday morning and have charged him with conspiracy to murder over an alleged plot to kill a rival over drugs on Christmas Day i...

Update in ‘tragic’ fatal workplace incident

A handyman was killed in a “tragic” workplace incident after he was trapped under a fallen heating system that had become “dislodged”.

‘Worst fire ever’: Aussie fears home destroyed in LA inferno

An Aussie woman, who fears her LA home has been destroyed in a deadly firestorm ravaging the city, has opened up about the ordeal and how it brought back memories of the Black Satu...

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.

Man arrested on rooftop after wild police pursuit

A dramatic car chase has ended with police arresting a man on a rooftop after he allegedly crashed into a cop car in the Southern Highlands before leading officers on a pursuit in ...

Two men charged over Maroubra pub stabbing

Two men have been charged after a teenager was stabbed inside a Maroubra pub.

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.

‘7000 Olympic swimming pools’: Council fined over huge sewage spill

The Central Coast Council has been hit with a huge fine after its failures caused the equivalent of 7000 Olympic swimming pools of raw poo to spill into a creek.

‘Dealing with pain’: Warriors star’s emotional retirement call

Warriors skipper Tohu Harris has revealed the emotional reason behind his abrupt and shock retirement call, a decision which leaves the Warriors with $500,000 to spend on plugging ...

Fresh shots fired in Aussie EV war

The global EV war continues to rage in Australia and a fresh twist has resulted in great news for buyers.

Blair: Three words for Albo’s lazy cabana-gate shade

It’s not my fault if you’re too slack to get up early and stake out a prime piece of waterfront real estate, writes Amanda Blair.

Facebook scam: Whatever you do, don’t reply to this ad

A red-faced millennial has shared how he and his family unwittingly became the face of a bold scam after hackers took over his social media accounts.

Aussies are sharing their fast food cost of living hacks

“If this doesn’t get you on the Australia Day honours list nothing will!" A local has started the conversation with their hack and now everyone is chiming in with their own.

‘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 the a...

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...

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.

Luxury watch market set to boom over next decade

Ever thought about owning a Rolex or Patek Philippe? Well now might be the time with the global luxury watch market booming.

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.

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.

‘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...

‘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.

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?

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...