15 h. ago Trump warns ‘severe consequences' if Putin doesn't agree to stop war

US President Donald Trump has warned of "severe consequences" if Vladimir Putin doesn't agree to a ceasefire at this weekend's high stakes meeting.

Events

15 h. ago In the race to replace Ward in Kiama, there’s one thing everyone agrees on

Both major parties are claiming underdog status in the campaign for Kiama as the shadow of Gareth Ward looms.

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16 h. ago Essendon champion joins Dees’ coach search; Winmar continues bid to co

An Essendon great will be on the panel charged with finding premiership coach Simon Goodwin’s replacement at Melbourne. Meanwhile, Nicky Winmar is continuing his push to be a co-lead plaintiff in a racism class action.

Sport

20 h. ago While Trump blusters over Ukraine, Putin’s laughing all the way to Alaska

If the Alaska summit does not produce an agreement, Putin loses nothing. Trump, on the other hand, would lose face if he walked out empty-handed. He may be motivated to accept something, anything.

Politics

29 h. ago Europe tells Trump to stand firm against Putin on Ukraine ceasefire

Donald Trump has threatened “very severe consequences” for Russia if it does not agree to a peace deal while Ukraine’s president said Vladimir Putin was “bluffing” about his desire for peace.

Politics

39 h. ago A rapist and bully but beloved by Boomers: The turbulent history of Gareth Ward

One-time Liberal Gareth Ward was loved and loathed in equal measures, but if you stood in his way he would “annihilate you”, according to his foes in the south coast town of Kiama.

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4 d. ago Second premiership coach withdraws from Demons’ race; Pies re

Adam Simpson has become the second AFL premiership coach to withdraw from the Melbourne coaching race, strengthening Nathan Buckley’s chances of claiming the position.

Politics

4 d. ago Blues target Suns forward; Second premiership coach withdraws from Demons’ race

Carlton have stepped up their pursuit of a Gold Coast forward, while Adam Simpson has become the second AFL premiership coach to withdraw from the Melbourne coaching race.

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4 d. ago Bulldogs stay alive in AFL finals race after pulsating win over Demons

The Western Bulldogs still have a finals pulse after rallying from a three-quarter-time deficit against Melbourne to stay within a game of the top eight. Meanwhile, the GWS Giants did what they needed to do against North Melbourne.

Sport

5 d. ago ‘I thought he’d cursed us’: Voss’ antics have AFL talking; King’s mark a highlight as Suns hold off Blues

Alex Pearce’s clutch goal has kept Fremantle in the finals race on a day of surprises as Brisbane’s loss to Sydney threw open the top-four while Gold Coast just held off the Blues at Marvel Stadium.

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5 d. ago Shiel sent to tribunal for incident that injured his Bombers’ teammate; Longmire out of Demons coaching race

The Bombers’ veteran was cited for a “friendly-fire” incident in Friday night’s match that left his teammate with head injury concerns, and Sydney premiership coach John Longmire has ruled himself out becoming the new Melbourne senior coach.

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5 d. ago Horse withdraws from race: Longmire out. Buckley, Simpson now favourites to coach Demons

Sydney premiership coach John Longmire has ruled himself out becoming the new Melbourne senior coach, narrowing the field of contenders.

Politics

6 d. ago Ward held on to the bitter end. Now his seat is up for grabs

The former MP had weeks to resign from parliament. He waited until just 90 minutes before he was about to be expelled before quitting from his jail cell.

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7 d. ago Convicted rapist Gareth Ward resigns moments before parliament expels him

Ward had spent the week fighting an expulsion motion from his prison cell.

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7 d. ago Think tank accused of ‘retaliatory action’ after staffer complaint about high

Emilie Dye says the Centre of Independent Studies engaged in ‘retaliatory’ action after she refused to sign a confidentiality agreement over an incident with Tom Switzer.

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7 d. ago Albanese shies away from reforms as Treasury says company taxes are hurting wages

Business has been pushing for lower tax rates to help companies invest and compete. The federal Treasury agrees while warning the entire tax system is struggling.

Economics

7 d. ago Parliament set to expel Gareth Ward after legal challenge fails

The NSW Parliament can proceed with a vote to expel the MP and convicted rapist after Ward failed in a last-minute court battle to keep his job.

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7 d. ago The rogues’ gallery behind Labor’s flagship ‘top’ deal for workers

The first multi-employer bargaining agreement is riddled with business owners facing claims multimillion-dollar tax debts and offensive social media posts.

Politics

8 d. ago The number of knee replacements is soaring – just don’t expect to run marathons after

Knee replacement operations are booming – and restoring mobility for millions. But many are questioning whether the scalpel is always the best option.

Politics

8 d. ago Longmire, Simpson leave door ajar to approach for Demons coaching job, Buckley tempted

After sacking Simon Goodwin, the Demons could end up with a stellar field of candidates for their coaching job. While James Hird and Ken Hinkley appear out of the race, John Longmire, Adam Simpson and Nathan Buckley have not ruled themselves out.

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