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3rd January 2025

AM Edition

Tickled Pink: Sellout crowds to pack SCG for Fifth Test

The SCG is set to be packed to capacity for today’s Pink Test — and a breakdown of sales shows green-and-gold supporters are at risk of being drowned out by Team India’s legion of ...

India captain Sharma sensationally dropped for Sydney Test

Struggling skipper Rohit Sharma is set to be sensationally dropped for the decisive fifth Test, with Jasprit Bumrah poised to captain India in Sydney.

SCG curator: I watched nine-year-old Konstas bat ‘every day’

SCG curator Adam Lewis has vivid memories of Sam Konstas hitting balls everyday at the oval they both worked at - Lewis as groundsman and Konstas as the nine-year-old batting machi...

Tragic end to search for missing 5yo with autism

Police have confirmed they believe a body found in water near Chipping Norton is missing five-year-old Essa Dennaoui.

FBI’s massive u-turn on New Orleans attack

Investigators have made a swift U-turn on several major theories about both the New Orleans terror attack and Las Vegas Trump Tower explosion.

‘Not where we want to be’: Terror threat warning for Aussies

The Australian government never wanted our terror threat level to be where it is now. This is what security officials are doing after the New Orleans attack as they “take advice” f...

25 start-ups to watch in 2025

Meet the Australian start-ups poised to take the nation by storm in the year ahead.

Earth-shattering interest rates call

Aussies might not get a break from the cost of living crisis at all in 2025, with experts predicting interest rates aren’t going anywhere.

Ex-Miss World contender gets cosy with bikie bad boy

Aspiring actor and model Alexandra Injac has been spotted around town with a new bad boy boyfriend, Dean Contos.

Intimate details: Tuqiri’s alleged scandal back in spotlight

More than a decade after the scandal that made international headlines, a woman who says she had a romantic relationship with former Wallabies star Lote Tuqiri’s has unveiled new c...

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.

‘F**k off’: Robbie takes a swipe at ABC during Melbourne show

Pop superstar Robbie Williams has delighted a packed crowd at Federation Square as he took aim at ABC-TV for its criticism of his New Year’s Eve show.

Star rocks $7 Bunnings item on Aus trip

Aussie actress Pia Whitesell was spotted wearing this humble Bunnings item during her Sydney holiday with her multi-millionaire husband.

British abandon social media age limits

Britain has done a backflip and revealed it will not be copying Australia and introducing a ban to the sites for children aged under 16.

Tigers twist: Call for ancient Wests’ ownership system to be blown up

The infighting between the owners of the Wests Tigers has exploded with one-long time debenture holder calling for the system to be scrapped immediately.

Vale boomers: Gen X now the wealthiest property owners

Generation X has become the property king and is on track to become the richest cohort of all, as the great wealth transfer starts.

Man released without charge after woman‘s fatal fall from balcony

A man taken by police for questioning after a woman fell from a seventh-floor apartment balcony in Parramatta has been released without charge as investigations into the incident c...

Ferrari ploughs into wall of Watsons Bay mansion

A man and a woman are in hospital, and a mangled $1m-plus Ferrari has been towed away, after the vehicle crashed into one of the wall of prominent businessman Mark Bouris’ former m...

Suspect interviewed after Virgin crew member allegedly ‘raped’

A gang of youths lay in wait outside a Fiji nightclub before members of the group allegedly attacked a Virgin Australia staffer and raped a female crew member.

All in the family: Midnight Oil rocker’s surprise discovery

In 2003 I sourced the medical charts of my birth. There was a Sydney address for my biological mother Susan Maloney, near Manly Lagoon. I drove down there and sat outside, soaki...

Bar owner blasts NIMBYs in Kings Cross nightlife row

The owner of the famous Bondi Icebergs restaurant has hit back at NIMBYs after winning an extension of trading hours for his Kings Cross bar, heralding the victory as a boon in the...

Police shoot man dead in hospital carpark

A critical incident investigation is under way after police shot an allegedly armed man dead during a confrontation in the carpark of a country NSW hospital.

‘Obliterated’: Performers’ panic over Sydney Harbour views

A plan to expand one of the last boat maintenance businesses on Sydney Harbour’s foreshore has sparked a battle over waterfront views, with a surprise organisation emerging as the ...

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

The former husband of Miss Universe Australia, Olivia Rogers, who has been 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.

What is the real first name of US basketball legend Magic Johnson?

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

Aussie country music icon Chad Morgan dies

Tributes are flowing for Chad Morgan, the larrikin singer known as the king of country comedy, after his death aged 91.

My husband's having an affair ... but it's not what you think

I’ve been worried for some time now that my husband is having a love affair, and I think it's the reason our neighbours sold up and moved, writes Kendall Gilding.

Must watch doco: Alexa Leary like you’ve never seen her before

An inspiring new documentary featuring never-before-seen footage and interviews with Alexa Leary and her parents goes inside her remarkable battle to walk, talk and compete again.

‘Selfish b*tch’: Neighbour’s act sparks fury

A woman bought her dream home in a secluded spot with a creek running through her property, thinking she’d hit the jackpot. Then everything went south.

‘Damn spy’: Blake Lively’s claims about co-star deepen

Blake Lively has claimed in court documents that Justin Baldoni complained to her about her personal trainer acting like a “damn spy” on the set of their movie.

Melania and Elon break out dance moves at Trump’s VIP party

Melania Trump and Elon Musk shows off their dance moves at US President-elect Donald Trump’s private celebration at Mar-a-Lago. See the video.

World’s best NYE fireworks: Times Square ball finally drops

The world has welcomed in the new year with celebrations and fireworks after a tumultuous year. See how people around the globe rang in 2025 in photos and video.

Meet Gen Beta: Why this new generation of babies is different

It’s not just a new year we’re welcoming but also the new history-making Generation Beta. But these babies have one massive difference.