10 h. ago Your phone can suddenly become a fire risk. Here’s what to do.

When your phone is no longer sitting flush in its case, it’s a big, honking sign of danger.

Events

17 h. ago The Romans used urine, we use lasers. What are the best methods to whiten your teeth?

There are plenty of teeth whitening products on the market, with some making big claims. But are they effective? And, more importantly, will they do more harm than good?

Events

23 h. ago Premier’s private staff ‘totally unaccountable’, former ombudsman warns

Deborah Glass says Victoria’s parliamentary integrity reforms failed to address the most critical problem identified by her and IBAC’s investigations.

Events

67 h. ago Everywhere you look this weekend, women will be wearing bald caps. If you know, you know

A sea of “baldies” is sweeping through Australia’s east and west coasts for a black-tie affair they’ve been waiting 13 years for. The hottest accessory for an event of such magnitude? Not their aviator sunglasses.

Politics

2 d. ago Democracy not guaranteed in Australia, republican advocate warns

When Australia Became A Republic is inspired by the many times Australians have done things their own way, from the introduction of the secret ballot to the Sydney Olympics.

Events

2 d. ago There’s a least bad time in your life to drink alcohol. And it’s not in old age

It’s associated with poor health outcomes, from premature ageing to a higher risk of stroke, but is there a time in your life when the impact of consuming alcohol is, well, not quite so bad?

Politics

2 d. ago Democracy not guaranteed in Australia, republic advocate warns

When Australia Became A Republic is inspired by the many times Australians have done things their own way, from the introduction of the secret ballot to the Sydney Olympics.

Events

3 d. ago Cancelled, criticised and complicated as ever, M.I.A. returns to the stage

The pop provocateur returns to Australia, tin foil hat and all.

Politics

4 d. ago Chances are you’re about to lose: Gambling slump a new reality for sports and media

In this edition of On Background, the questions hanging over gambling advertising, media companies and the biggest deal in town; a News Corp loyalist spotted in Nine’s offices; Sky cancels another guest; and Kyle and Jackie O’s KIIS of death.

Politics

4 d. ago ‘For every $100 of gas exported, Australia gets 43 cents’: Unions open new tax battle

The federal government this week overhauled its superannuation tax reforms. Now the union movement says it should radically overhaul taxes on gas exports.

Economics

4 d. ago This LGBTQI bar wants to limit lesbian patrons like me: I’m not surprised

News of a new Sydney club originally called Pink Pony has reignited the conversation about the lack of permanent lesbian spaces in Sydney.

Politics

4 d. ago Daughter of Floreat murderer urges public to back in WA gun reforms

A report tabled in parliament has scrutinised the laws, including a new guns portal which the committee found was not ready for the volume users who tried to update their licences. 

Events

5 d. ago ‘We are taking power’: Military seizes Madagascar after toppled president flees

The coup follows weeks of youth protests over poverty, power outages and a lack of opportunity in the Indian Ocean island country.

Politics

5 d. ago ‘Major weakness’: Aviation consumer rights fail to tackle SmartGate bottlenecks

Industry stakeholders have made submissions on the government’s proposed Aviation Consumer Protection scheme, which they say is lacking.

Politics

5 d. ago ‘Major weakness’: No relief from SmartGate pain in aviation consumer rights

Industry stakeholders have made submissions on the government’s proposed Aviation Consumer Protection scheme, which they say is lacking.

Politics

7 d. ago Israel, Hamas were not ready for a comprehensive peace deal, mediator says

Talks on more difficult issues, such as Hamas’ arsenal, were delayed because the warring parties were not ready for a comprehensive agreement, Qatar’s prime minister said.

Politics

8 d. ago Qantas customer data put on dark web as hackers deliver on threat

Hacker collective Scattered Lapsus$ Hunters has come good on its promise to release personal details of almost of 5.7 million Qantas customers.

Economics

8 d. ago Qantas customer data posted on dark web as hackers deliver on threat

Hacker collective Scattered Lapsus$ Hunters has gone through with its threat to release personal details of almost of 5.7 million Qantas customers.

Economics

1 week ago ‘Just extraordinary’: What the gold mania means for your jewellery box

Australians are queueing in the streets to buy gold amid a global boom for the precious metal. The mania surrounding gold is predicted to make jewellery more expensive, and even delay our energy transition.

Politics

1 week ago West Gate Tunnel to open in December as premier calls for free toll roads this summer

After the project was plagued with delays and disputes, Jacinta Allan has asked for travel on the toll road and others to be free this summer to make up for years of construction pain. 

Politics