47 m. ago Merrett’s midfield time sparks debate; Fremantle snare ‘eight points in five days’ in mid

Luke Jackson produced a rucking masterclass to lift Fremantle to a 41-point win over injury-hit Essendon at Optus Stadium. The Dockers have recorded five straight wins in a stunning mid-season purple patch.

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6 h. ago As bombs rain down on Israel and Iran, Gaza’s carnage continues

While Israel’s stunning attack on Iran and the possibility of all-out regional war transfix the world, in the background, Gaza’s death toll continues to climb.

Events

6 h. ago ‘Shot of whiskey’: How Ricky Stuart will cope with son’s Canberra debut

The veteran coach feels like a proud father every time he hands a player a debut. On Friday, it’s for real, as Jed Stuart becomes Raider No.414.

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6 h. ago ‘Shot of whisky’: How Ricky Stuart will cope with son’s Canberra debut

The veteran coach feels like a proud father every time he hands a player a debut. On Friday, it’s for real, as Jed Stuart becomes Raider No.404.

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6 h. ago Armoured cars, ferries: How Australians are fleeing the Middle East

About 1500 Australians have asked the government for help to flee Iran and almost as many to flee Israel amid the escalating conflict.

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7 h. ago Trump has approved Iran attack plan but is yet to hit go, US media reports

A senior intelligence source told US media the president has approved the plan but wants to give Iran more time to agree to a deal.

Events

9 h. ago British police ‘failed family’ of teen killed in crash caused by US envoy’s wife

Independent investigators have accused police of mishandling the investigation into a crash in which Harry Dunn died, and the American fled the UK, claiming diplomatic immunity.

Events

9 h. ago Iran does not have nuclear weapons. We can’t afford to repeat the Iraq War lie

Netanyahu continues to insist that Iran is on course to produce nuclear weapons within weeks. Meanwhile, he omits that Israel itself has its own substantial nuclear program.

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9 h. ago Few believe Iran has nuclear weapons. We can’t afford to repeat the Iraq War lie

Benjamin Netanyahu continues to insist that Iran is on course to produce nuclear weapons within weeks. Meanwhile, he omits that Israel itself has its own substantial nuclear program.

Events

10 h. ago It’s been a week since Israel first struck Iran. Here’s what we know

The rapidly escalating conflict may see a new player officially take the field: US President Donald Trump. But what happens then, and how did we get here?

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10 h. ago Iran ruler’s iron grip has lasted almost four decades. Who is the man Israel wants to kill?

Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is deeply sceptical of the West, but is willing to bend when the survival of the Islamic republic is at stake.

Politics

13 h. ago Melbourne shopping centre evacuated for second time in 24 hours

Billowing smoke has forced shoppers from Northland Shopping Centre, hours after a man was arrested for allegedly driving a car through the centre yesterday.

Events

15 h. ago Australians shuttled out of Israel overland as thousands register for evacuation

About 1500 Australians have asked the government for help to flee Iran amid an escalating conflict with Israel.

Politics

15 h. ago Feeling ‘abandoned’, families of Australians stuck in Israel plead for help

About 1500 Australians have asked the government for help to flee Iran and almost as many to flee Israel amid the escalating conflict.

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18 h. ago An extraordinary shift in Israeli aggression, and the total redrawing of power in the Middle East

For nearly two decades, Israel avoided all-out war with its biggest enemies. Its broad assault on Iran highlights a shift in strategy.

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19 h. ago How Israel completely transformed the balance of power in the Middle East

For nearly two decades, Israel avoided all-out war with its biggest enemies. Its broad assault on Iran highlights a shift in strategy.

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20 h. ago When it comes to eating overseas, forget what’s new. Go for what’s old

Some dishes and restaurants stand the test of time for good reason.

Politics

20 h. ago How a tabloid dog attracted the attention of the ABC’s crack current affairs unit

The case of Oscar, the million-dollar celebrity cavoodle, sparked the interest of the unlikely player which surely must be the first time the ABC has sought to follow up an ACA tabloid banger.

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25 h. ago ‘It’s Tom’s time’: How Maroons vindicated Slater’s biggest coaching call

As Billy Slater’s bold selection calls were vindicated, Cameron Munster issued a stunning defence of his under siege coach.

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32 h. ago As Trump mulls next steps, rifts in his MAGA universe explode into public view

Many of Trump’s MAGA supporters oppose another US mission in the Middle East, but hawkish Republicans are putting pressure on Trump to step in.

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