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12th December 2024

PM Edition

Talent pipeline, security, unity: PNG officially welcomed to NRL

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has joined PNG counterpart James Marape confirm Papua New Guinea’s entry to the NRL. See the highlights from the groundbreaking announcem...

Marquees, mid-rangers, rookies: PNG targets from every NRL club

With PNG getting the expansion green light, NRL clubs are bracing for an unprecedented raid of their playing rosters. See the breakdown of the marquee, mid-range and rookie signing...

Politis of PNG: Oil tycoon’s ‘one million members’ promise

Meet the Nick Politis of Papua New Guinea. Wapu Sonk was the driving force behind PNG successful expansion bid, with the $10 billion petrol baron declaring his side will have more ...

Cops ramp up presence as CCTV of anti-Semitic attack revealed

Police flooded Sydney’s eastern suburbs with patrols overnight as shock footage of an anti-Semitic firebomb attack in Woollahra emerged. Watch the video.

Out on a high: Radio king Hadley reclaims his throne

Ray Hadley can retire on a high after jumping back to the number one position in the 2GB mornings timeslot in the final radio ratings survey of the year.

Major blow to Australia-Israel relationship after UN vote

The Albanese government has sensationally voted in favour of a permanent ceasefire in Gaza at the UN, in a move likely to affect the relationship with Israel.

MPs given all clear to turn up to work at 4am in undies and socks

A parliamentary committee has found no issues with a state MP trying to enter NSW Parliament at 4am on a Sunday morning without pants or shoes.

Dutton doubles down on polarising flag call

Peter Dutton is doubling down on his controversial stance on Indigenous flags, hinting there could be changes to the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

‘Dying’: Iconic Sydney venue closing down

One of Sydney’s most renowned nightclubs has announced its closure, prompting renewed calls from Sydneysiders that the city’s nightlife is disintegrating.

20 bullet casings: Barbershop shooting ‘a message’, say cops

Police will allege the hail of bullets fired at a barber shop were “a message” sent by someone other than the two teens they have arrested in relation to the incident.

New Weekend Sunrise presenter named

The next Weekend Sunrise presenter has been named following the shock exit of Matt Doran.

‘I’ll get divorced’: Serial flasher’s panic when caught on video

A tipsy truckie gave his unsuspecting neighbour an unsolicited look under the hood when he lifted his robe in front of the bedroom window while his wife and kids were out, a court ...

Soldier who fed prisoners to lion ‘executed’ as rebels burn coffin

Camo-clad fighters have set fire to the tomb of Bashar al-Assad’s father as a member of the feared “Tiger Forces”— who fed prisoners to his pet lion — is killed. See the video.

Aussie dollar crashes to 13-month low

The Aussie dollar traded at a 13-month low on Thursday morning as investors are cautious about Australia’s economic future.

New evidence uncovered links ‘smiling assassin’ to murder

Police have found more evidence linking Luigi Mangione to the cold-blooded assassination of healthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

Baby hospitalised with ‘serious head injury’ after alleged robbery

A horror alleged assault on a baby in Alice Springs – who is now being treated in Adelaide – has prompted the Chief Minister to travel to the Red Centre capital. READ THE LATEST.

Top dining spots in hidden Sydney gem

Penrith is starting to cement itself as home to some of Sydney’s most popular restaurants, with the number of bookings in the city’s west soaring. These are the five restaurants wi...

Aussie bikie who boasted about controlling coke trade faces court

The lawyer for an Aussie bikie, who boasted of controlling the country’s cocaine trade, cited William Shakespeare and Oscar Wilde as part of his legal case.

Paine: Why Brisbane Test is crucial for under-pressure Sharma

Indian captain Rohit Sharma’s return to his Test side altered a winning formula, now TIM PAINE writes how the skipper must find a way to fire – for his future, and the team’s.

Murder charge after Sydney mother found dead inside apartment

A husband has been charged with murder following the discovery of a woman’s body inside a

‘You piece of s**t’: Man allegedly tossed dog off 9th storey balcony

Court documents said the dog died from ‘catastrophic internal haemorrhaging’, which police say is consistent with allegations it was tossed from a great height.

FBI director to quit ahead of Trump firing

FBI Director Christopher Wray announced plans to quit ahead of an expected firing by Donald Trump, opening the way for his nominated replacement Kash Patel. Follow updates.

Change Smith must make to rediscover his mojo

Indian coaches decided four years ago to starve Steve Smith of off-side options by bowling at his stumps and body. These are the figures which prove the plan has been successful.

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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.

Huge double blow for Kyle and Jackie O in radio ratings war

Things have gone from bad to worse for the $200m KIIS FM duo as they once again fail to make inroads in Melbourne, with the pair officially dethroned from the number one spot in Sy...

‘So messed up’: School boarder’s epic whinge over punishments

A former boarder at a top Adelaide private school has taken to TikTok to rant about the punishments meted out during her time on campus – including having to do chores.

William, Kate preparing for throne ‘sooner than expected’

Despite staying largely out of the public eye this year, Princess Catherine and Prince William have quietly begun preparing for the biggest roles of their lives – King and Queen.

Going on a long-haul flight? You need to do this for your teeth

If you’re going on a long flight it can lead to a breeding ground of bacteria in your mouth. But on top of brushing, this is what you should do for your teeth.

Rare whale spotted ‘lunching’ at Great Barrier Reef

A rare whale, which was only declared as a recognised species in 2003, has been sighted on the Great Barrier Reef this week.

End of an era for V8 icon

Aussie petrolheads with a thirst for V8 power have fewer and fewer options each year.

‘Deeply personal’: Why Apple says its AI will bring joy to Aussies

Can artificial intelligence really bring us joy? Create emotion? Enhance creativity and be deeply personal, useful, intelligent and contextual? Apple thinks so, but there’s a trade...

‘Fighting in classrooms’: Why I quit teaching three years in

Joyal James wanted to be like the teachers he looked up to, instead he was thrown in with no training and faced off with students vaping in class with no fear.

The unsellable house: 16 years and still no buyer

This home remains unsellable after 16 years of attempts. Potential buyers find it hard to look past the property’s dark past.

$199 flights: Jetstar launches new route to idyllic island

Jetstar is continuing its expansion into the Pacific, announcing a snap sale with fares as low as $199 as it adds another destination to its growing list of idyllic island routes.

Celebrated by Queen Elizabeth II in 2022, what name is given to a 70th jubilee?

The Chase Australia’s official Shark, Brydon Coverdale, has created a new daily quiz challenge. Test yourself.

WATCH: Bottoms up as beer truck flips on highway

Wild footage has emerged of a Byron Bay-bound beer truck flipping on the Pacific Motorway in an afternoon of three chaotic crashes near the Queensland-NSW border.

Get out: Neighbours slam Meghan and Harry

Neighbours of Meghan and Harry have exposed what it’s really like living next door to the royal couple – and it’s not pretty.

Lord of the Rings anime prequel is only for diehard fans

The anime style gives the action punch, but Lord of the Rings prequel The War Of the Rohirrim is too long and talky for all but the most diehard of Tolkien fans, writes Leigh Paats...

FBI director to quit ahead of Trump firing

FBI Director Christopher Wray announced plans to quit ahead of an expected firing by Donald Trump, opening the way for his nominated replacement Kash Patel. Follow updates.

As she headed in for surgery Dawn said one thing to her daughter

Staring death in the face the same way she stared down her opponents when she was winning Olympic gold medals for Australia in the pool, Dawn Fraser’s fighting spirit has pulled he...

Watch: ‘Crazy Karen’ mum’s epic spray over ‘stolen’ dress

A video capturing an ‘angry Karen’ abusing staff at a Brisbane formal gown boutique has amassed 3.5 million views and forced a popular comedian to step in to swear she wasn’t invol...

‘Strange’: Divorcee on Xmas alone after 25-year marriage ends

Around 50,000 couples split in 2024, as Elizabeth Jane shares what Christmas alone looks like after her husband ended their marriage – and it’s not all sadness and long...

‘Ice cold’: New blow to Harry, Meghan as star recalls rejection

It’s been a tough week in the office for the Sussexes who have suffered another setback, as a US TV star recalls a brutal rejection from Meghan Markle.

‘Felt sick’: The crime trend on the rise

A Toowoomba woman’s ransacked home is part of a larger trend of summer theft, according to new data.