2 h. ago Pope surprises faithful with Easter appearance after illness

Pope Francis emerged from his convalescence on Easter Sunday to bless the thousands of people in St Peter's Square and treat them to a surprise popemobile romp through the piazza.

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4 h. ago Disappearances to contactless hellholes is how dictatorships work

Innocent people are being sent to an El Salvador jail – and this is just the beginning. Anyone could be tapped on the shoulder and their rights will vanish.

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10 h. ago Man dies after being swept off rocks with teenager at popular beach

Six people have died in a horror toll of drownings across the Easter long weekend.

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10 h. ago Father dies, son in hospital after being swept into ocean from rocks on ‘worst Easter weekend’

Six people have died in a horror toll of drownings across the Easter long weekend, over what Surf Life Saving NSW’s boss call the “worst Easter weekend” he’s seen.

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18 h. ago The Doctor has a new companion – and they’re making history in the Tardis

With Ncuti Gatwa and Varada Sethu at the helm, this season marks the first time the blue police box will be occupied entirely by people of colour.

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19 h. ago I want to switch super funds. Should I wait for markets to recover?

It can feel dangerous messing with your super while markets are volatile, but it’s unlikely to have a major impact on your returns.

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19 h. ago Taurus: Make an effort to meet people and step outside your comfort zone

Free weekly forecast in life, love and career from renowned astrologer, Hedy Damari.

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19 h. ago In a medical crisis, who will speak for you? Here’s how people plan ahead

It can happen in instant. When you can’t make decisions about your own medical treatment, who steps into your shoes? And how do doctors know what you want (and don’t want)?

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19 h. ago A woman thought she had a stalker. Authorities sent her to a psych ward

This masthead has uncovered a series of disturbing cases where women claim they have been disbelieved, misdiagnosed, and wrongly admitted to mental health wards. Others have been told their pain is “all in their head”.

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31 h. ago The Gout effect: Stawell crowd doubles to watch sprint sensation storm to heat victory

Twice as many people as last year came just to see the heats. They came to see one person – the man whose name they chanted as he stood on the blocks. This was the day Gout Gout came to the Stawell Gift.

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31 h. ago Australia will advocate for man 'charged by Russia with fighting for Ukraine'

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Australia would continue to advocate for Melbourne man Oscar Jenkins, who was reportedly charged with fighting in defence of Ukraine.

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32 h. ago Surgeon under investigation over ‘chilling’ video of him tearing down teal’s corflute

Melbourne surgeon Greg Malham said he was “deeply sorry” and that there was no excuse for his actions, as an investigation is launched by the health regulator.

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38 h. ago Search continues for man washed off rocks, as monster swells keep beaches closed

The dangerous surf conditions claimed the lives of at least three people on Friday, while authorities are still searching for a 24-year-old washed off the rocks at Little Bay.

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42 h. ago The $8.5 billion health pledge doctors say will disadvantage women

Longer consults already attract a smaller rate of funding per minute than shorter consults. The gap is set to widen despite additional funding.

Science

43 h. ago Dutton has spent years cultivating his image. Now he faces a dilemma

Twice a day, Peter Dutton meditates. No doubt, with the overwhelming task of overturning a first-term government, and a bruising election campaign, he’s needed it to steady him.

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43 h. ago Gut health, glamping, druids Whatever your passion, there’s a newsletter for it

The online platform Substack is giving a vast array of writers a voice. Some of them even earn an income from it.

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51 h. ago As Blues sweat on star’s fitness after thumping win, Clarkson launches defence of Roos’ Good Friday role

Carlton will monitor the fitness of Jacob Weitering, while North’s coach admitted their rebirth was slower than expected while defending the club’s ongoing role in the Good Friday clash.

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53 h. ago King and Queen take part in one of the oldest royal traditions

The King and Queen have taken part in one of the oldest royal traditions with the Monarch all smiles as he greeted well wishers and made a quip about his health.

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53 h. ago Three dead, fourth person missing as monster ocean swells batter NSW coastline

Three people have drowned in a horror day on the NSW coast as waves up to five metres high threaten beach plans for the Easter break.

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54 h. ago Coffee and croissants easier to find as Good Friday has cafes buzzing

A decade ago it would have been challenging to find a spot for coffee or brunch on a public holiday, but a growing number of cafes are opening over the Easter weekend.

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