8 h. ago Knights fans feared they’d signed a $13m dud. Dylan Brown’s Test form put that to rest, says coach

New Knights coach Justin Holbrook says the club’s marquee signing has allayed concerns over his ability, but admits he still doesn’t know what role the Kiwis five-eighth will play next season.

Sport

8 h. ago Former NRL player Trent Merrin charged with alleged $140,000 cryptocurrency theft

The former Dragons forward, who has described himself online as a “cryptocurrency enthusiast”, was arrested at his home on Tuesday morning.

Technology

13 h. ago This Aussie busker has gone viral for his ‘Oasis show’. But he’s been playing this spot for years

Street musician Max Robinson has played a lot of shows in his life. But nothing quite like the one he did last Friday.

Politics

13 h. ago This Aussie busker has gone viral for his Oasis set. But he’s been playing this spot for years

“It was like having a choir up on the steps,” street musician Max Robinson says of last Friday’s post-gig performance at Southern Cross Station.

Politics

14 h. ago Steve Irwin released this 4m croc decades ago. Now it’s back at Australia Zoo, and people aren’t happy

The crocodile was moved to the Sunshine Coast this weekend following its capture in September for problematic behaviour.

Politics

15 h. ago Trump’s tariffs face judgment day, and there’s a lot at stake

On Wednesday, the US Supreme Court will hear the Trump administration’s appeal against a lower court’s ruling that most of his extensive tariffs are illegal.

Politics

16 h. ago Tonga: We wouldn’t have let Katoa play if we’d seen this footage of warm

Tonga have been criticised for allowing Eli Katoa to play after a heavy clash during the warm-up before Sunday’s match – but officials insist they weren’t made aware crucial video of the incident.

Events

16 h. ago ‘You must vote for him’: Trump intervenes in New York mayoral election

The US president’s brash push – for a Democrat – comes the night before an election set to be won by a 34-year-old democratic socialist.

Politics

16 h. ago ‘Peace President’ Trump is driving a share bonanza for weapons makers

As the US president brands himself as the world’s peacemaker, defence stocks are absolutely booming.

Politics

17 h. ago King tipped to take over at Manly after Mestrov confirms departure

Manly is likely to replace chief executive Tony Mestrov with another former player as Jason King emerges as the favourite to take Manly into a new era.

Politics

17 h. ago Former captain tipped to take over as Manly CEO after Mestrov confirms departure

A premiership-winning former player is the frontrunner to replace outgoing as chief executive Tony Mestrov and lead the Sea Eagles into a new era.

Politics

22 h. ago Do you work too hard? The Brisbane suburbs where people work the longest hours

Search our interactive map to see how many hours full-time workers in your suburb are spending on the job.

Politics

22 h. ago Republicans and Democrats are all playing with fire – while people suffer

Donald Trump may not be in nearly as much strife as Sussan Ley, but he is facing a pivotal week in his presidency and, as winter approaches, skating on thin ice with many Americans.

Politics

22 h. ago Trump, Republicans and Democrats are all playing with fire – while people suffer

Donald Trump may not be in nearly as much strife as Sussan Ley, but he is facing a pivotal week in his presidency and, as winter approaches, skating on thin ice with many Americans.

Politics

23 h. ago Built to keep people out, transformed castle now the UK’s most welcoming

A five-year renovation has transformed an 11th-century castle into the UK’s most accessible heritage attraction.

Politics

23 h. ago Trump may have started this global trade war, but Xi’s winning it

The US president’s tariff warfare has done more than generate choppy surf. It has unleashed chaos to the extent that it is rewiring international alliances.

Politics

31 h. ago South Australia introduces reforms targeting deep fake videos

South Australia has introduced new penalties aimed at people who create or spread damaging and explicit deep fake material online.

Events

33 h. ago My suburb’s name is a mystery, but it’s how you say our main drag that reveals if you’re a local

I’ve heard my outer Melbourne suburb referred to as “Tradie Town”, and while there are heaps of utes and Pete Murray covers played at the local pub, those who live here affectionately call it something else.

Politics

36 h. ago ‘I’m not going to be extorted’: Trump is staring down millions of Americans

Millions of Americans are losing food stamps with the shutdown on the verge of becoming the longest in US history. But Trump, who spent the weekend hosting a Gatsby-themed ball at his Florida club, says he is not for turning.

Politics

36 h. ago Air India survivor tells of pain and torment in months after miracle escape

Everyone thinks Viswashkumar Ramesh is the luckiest person on earth after he walked away from the plane crash that killed 241 people, including his brother. Everyone but him.

Events