3 h. ago Trump says he doesn’t believe Ukraine targeted Putin residence

US national security officials have disputed Kremlin claims about Ukrainian strikes that Trump had initially greeted with deep concern.

Politics

11 h. ago ‘Prime targets’: The punters ‘washing’ tens of millions and the bosses in the firing line

A mega-club has admitted in court documents that it allowed suspicious customers to continue to play after flagging them with the financial crimes watchdog.

Politics

25 h. ago ‘Winning the State of Origin’: Health minister hails Queensland’s record doctor intake

As Queensland breaks the record for new medical interns, Tim Nicholls has urged people to get their flu vaccination, which now comes in a nasal spray.

Politics

46 h. ago Qld hands over first $25m for Eagle Farm grandstand before loan terms are signed

The government appears to have put the horse before the cart, announcing the first instalment of a $100m Brisbane Racing Club loan while repayment details are still “being worked through”.

Politics

46 h. ago ‘Entertainment, regardless of winning or losing’: Kyrgios knows his role in latest comeback

The former world No.13 spoke candidly to this masthead, saying he needs to lower his ego and doesn’t want to outstay his welcome.

Politics

46 h. ago Lloyd enjoying the ride after building lead in premiership with treble

Jockey Zac Lloyd went five clear of his nearest rival in the Sydney premiership after a winning treble at Randwick on Saturday.

Politics

59 h. ago ‘I discovered things I had no idea about!’: The factory visit that surprised Dr Karl

In season two of his ABC series, the popular scientist uncovers the history of even more Australian products.

Politics

59 h. ago Just six months ago, Albanese was seen as untouchable. Now some say he’s politically shrunk

The prime minister’s reputation as a canny strategist is under fire as he resists calling a royal commission.

Politics

2 d. ago Calls for royal commission into Bondi terror attack grow louder

Calls for a royal commission into the Bondi terror attack are growing louder and harder for the prime minister to ignore.

Events

3 d. ago Minister ‘working every day’ as flood disaster strikes state’s north

The disaster recovery minister had booked leave for shortly before Christmas, when regions in North Queensland copped a year’s worth of rain.

Events

3 d. ago Mamdani uses first speech to make clear he will stand up to Trump

The New York mayor unapologetically promised to lead as a democratic socialist, issuing a warning to those who believed he might moderate his positions after taking office.

Politics

3 d. ago ‘A national crisis’: Scores of business leaders unite to back Bondi royal commission

More than 100 prominent figures have signed an open letter calling for a national inquiry, heaping more pressures on the prime minister.

Events

3 d. ago ‘We do want a third day’: McGrath Foundation counting on you, Albanese tells Australia’s cricketers

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has urged Australia and England players to ensure the SCG Test lasts longer than the two-day affairs in Perth and Melbourne earlier in the Ashes series.

Politics

3 d. ago Howard government advised not to send troops to Afghanistan, papers reveal

Previously-secret Howard government cabinet papers reveal top-level ministers advised against sending troops to the Afghanistan War in 2005.

Politics

4 d. ago Australia demands China respect trade deal after shock beef tariffs

Australia’s trade and agriculture ministers have condemned China’s decision to impose new tariffs that could cost the beef industry $1 billion a year.

Events

4 d. ago ‘Laughable’: Moscow’s claim of drone attack on Putin residence slapped down

US national security officials have found that Ukraine did not target Putin or his Novgorod home, a conclusion backed up by a CIA assessment.

Events

4 d. ago The six weeks that would destroy John Howard’s prime ministership

In a six-week period, the Howard government made two decisions that would reverberate through Australian politics for the next 20 years.

Politics

4 d. ago Cabinet papers reveal Howard warned of disaster risk before rejecting Kyoto Protocol

Speaking at the release of the 2005 cabinet papers, former minister Philip Ruddock said the government had extensive scientific research about the consequences of unchecked emissions.

Events

4 d. ago Brisbane revellers brace for rain amid boosted police presence for NYE

A smattering of rain dusted crowds securing their prime viewing spot ahead of Brisbane’s drone and fireworks shows.

Events

4 d. ago Brisbane revellers brave the rain amid boosted police presence for NYE

A smattering of rain dusted crowds securing their prime viewing spot ahead of Brisbane’s drone and fireworks shows.

Events