14 m. ago Melania Trump threatens Hunter Biden with $1.5b lawsuit over ‘salacious’ Epstein claim

The first lady has demanded Biden – son of former president Joe – retract his claim that sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein introduced her to now-President Donald Trump.

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82 m. ago WA news LIVE: Wastewater survey reveals WA tops nation for meth use

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82 m. ago WA news LIVE: Perth teen rushed to hospital after glassing attack; Wastewater survey reveals WA tops nation for meth use

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4 h. ago Australia news LIVE: Tax overhaul calls ahead of economic reform roundtable; US responds to Australia recognising Palestinian state

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5 h. ago Donald Trump prepares for talks with Vladimir Putin over Ukraine war

US President Donald Trump warns Russian leader Vladimir Putin ahead of their high stakes summit in Alaska.

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6 h. ago Young tradies like Dylan and western suburbs professionals have this challenge in common

In a special series on Melbourne’s west, The Age explores how to attract high-skilled jobs, get more youths into work and improve transport links.

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6 h. ago The premium Perth postcode with a higher crime rate than one of the city’s poorest suburbs

Which suburbs have the worst crime statistics, Perth’s golden triangle, or the KGB - Koondoola, Girrawheen and Balga? New data from WA Police hides some surprises.

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6 h. ago ‘We are concerned’: Star surgeon’s unravelling résumé stretches to University of Sydney

The disgraced surgeon falsely described relationships with the University of Sydney in court and in public, but his claims of high-powered positions are under scrutiny.

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6 h. ago For some, reaching old age marks a historic first. Here’s what their experience teaches us

Life expectancy has increased in Australia, but there are still communities where dealing with old age is a relatively new challenge.

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12 h. ago Harry Houdini: Grant’s magic act seals epic win over Panthers

Isaah Yeo, Ryan Papenhuyzen and Jahrome Hughes are all missing, but there’s still plenty to play for at CommBank Stadium. Follow all the action.

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13 h. ago NRL 2025 LIVE updates: Grant’s magic act seals epic win for Storm over Panthers

Isaah Yeo, Ryan Papenhuyzen and Jahrome Hughes are all missing, but there’s still plenty to play for at CommBank Stadium. Follow all the action.

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15 h. ago NRL 2025 LIVE updates: Storm move Munster for Panthers showdown

Isaah Yeo, Ryan Papenhuyzen and Jahrome Hughes are all missing, but there’s still plenty to play for at CommBank Stadium. Follow all the action.

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16 h. ago Authors ditch Bendigo Writers Festival over freedom of speech concerns

The festival’s code of conduct says speakers must “avoid language or topics that could be considered inflammatory, divisive, or disrespectful”

Culture

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

16 h. ago More Hamas officials welcome Albanese’s recognition move, as PM warns against propaganda

Opposition Leader Sussan Ley said the Albanese government had “got it wrong” when it announced a plan to recognise a Palestinian state on Monday.

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16 h. ago Charges laid after north shore teal candidate targeted in Liberal

Tina Brown, along with Philip Ruddock and his wife, has been threatened in a series of anonymous letters authored by a Liberal volunteer.

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16 h. ago WA’s new gun laws to remain after disallowance motion thrown out

The new laws represent the most sweeping change to gun laws in Australia since the Howard-era reforms, and were supported by the majority in parliament on Thursday.

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16 h. ago Perth woman’s nightclub Nazi salute costs her $1000 fine and her job

Theresa Plunkett-Hill was kicked out of Connections last month by a German security guard. In response, she yelled “heil Hitler” before performing a Nazi salute three times.

Society

17 h. ago Sacked Transport official recalls dealings with alleged mastermind of kickback scheme

The former Transport department staffer has told an anti-corruption inquiry about how he first became involved in the kickback arrangements in 2019.

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17 h. ago Australia news as it happened: David Stratton dies; Albanese, Chalmers react to leaked treasury document; Midwife charged with manslaughter following allegedly unsuccessful home birth

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