7 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

8 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

11 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

13 h. ago A production of Chekhov’s The Cherry Orchard is playing in Melbourne. Well, sort of

Experimental theatre group Pony Cam have taken Chekhov’s final play and put their own spin on it.

Politics

14 h. ago The good, bad and potentially ugly of Trump’s remote rendezvous with Putin

A telling moment in Donald Trump’s news conference this week speaks to the dynamic between him and the Russian leader – and it doesn’t bode well for Ukraine.

Politics

15 h. ago The cult author who refuses to play by the book world’s rules

Yellowface author Rebecca F. Kuang won’t stick to anyone’s pigeonhole.

Culture

16 h. ago Mark Best puts a fresh spin on Sydney Tower’s revolving restaurant

The former Marque chef is back at the top, serving sea urchin crumpets and Sauternes custard 81 floors above ground.

Politics

20 h. ago Trump says he'll pressure Putin on Ukraine ceasefire ahead of meeting

Donald Trump says there's a very good chance Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Vladimir Putin will hold talks after he sits down with the Russian president in Alaska.

Politics

20 h. ago European leaders air potential deal to halt Ukraine war ahead of Alaska meeting

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told the meeting Vladimir Putin was “bluffing” about his desire for peace and should be subjected to escalating economic sanctions.

Politics

20 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

21 h. ago Warning from Washington: Speak out about Chinese threat or risk AUKUS subs

Policymakers in Washington are getting nervous that the Albanese government is “less vocal about what the problem is” compared with predecessors, experts say.

Events

21 h. ago Al Muderis spent $19,000 on media advice. Then he ignored it

The disgraced surgeon hired a crisis PR firm as this masthead’s investigation went to air before pursuing a failed, costly defamation action.

Economics

24 h. ago Rods turning for Norfolk as big Chilean copper targets loom large

The rods are turning at Norfolk Metals’ Chilean copper project where the company will look to prove up some stellar historical drill hits with a view to low-cost heap leaching.

Events

28 h. ago The ‘fragmented’ and costly rules putting our most vulnerable at risk

More than 2 million people work in the care economy. But poor systems mean “unsafe workers slip through the cracks”.

Politics

31 h. ago Legends DEMAND change to exploited rule: Freddy & the Eighth Ep 23

NRL Legends Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns fire up over the exploited midair tackle rule and demand changes from the NRL. The Eighth Immortal gets absolutely roasted by a 99-year-old footy fan. Plus, Canberra Raiders Hooker Tom Starling joins the show to discuss the Raiders’ premiership hopes. All that and more on Freddy & the Eighth.

Politics

34 h. ago Rods are turning for Norfolk as big Chilean copper targets loom large

The rods are turning at Norfolk Metals’ Chilean copper project where the company will look to prove up some stellar historical drill hits with a view to low cost heap leaching.

Events

39 h. ago Man guilty of sexting child given Working with Children clearance

The man asked a 13-year-old girl for a “steamy” photo. A tribunal has now ruled he must be given a clearance to work with children.

Society

44 h. ago Russia makes battlefield gains as Zelensky vows to keep land Putin covets

Moscow’s forces have rapidly gained ground in eastern Ukraine ahead of talks about a possible ceasefire, as Russian President Vladimir Putin demands territory in any deal with US President Donald Trump.

Politics

45 h. ago Second Perth man claims ankle surgery cost him his lower leg

Wayne Rance went in for ankle surgery in the early days of his retirement. He never anticipated he would end up needing his entire lower right leg amputated.

Politics

46 h. ago Shane Warne Stand rebuild still on the agenda; MCC members back rules to crack down on card fraud

Under new rules endorsed at the club’s annual general meeting, punishment, including expulsion, will be easier to enforce for people caught misusing their members’ cards.

Events