21 h. ago Man charged with rape and murder three decades after woman’s death

A 67-year-old man was arrested in Ararat and appeared before Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on Thursday.

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24 h. ago What can we expect from Taylor Swift’s new album, The Life of a Showgirl?

Travis Kelce love songs? Blake Lively-inspired fury? Max Martin bangers? Let’s get excited.

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29 h. ago What we learnt from Taylor Swift’s appearance on boyfriend Travis Kelce’s podcast

Following a dramatic album reveal earlier this week, the podcast episode featuring the pop superstar has now landed.

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49 h. ago What Taylor Swift’s album announcement says about her new era

Sharing the name of her upcoming album via her boyfriend’s sports podcast has divided fans. Is it a sign of a flourishing relationship – or a cunning marketing ploy?

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52 h. ago Jeff Bezos ‘obsessed’ with making wife Lauren Sanchez next Bond girl

While Bezos’ new wife is not known for her acting, she has appeared in a number of films including The Day After Tomorrow and White House Down.

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57 h. ago Football Australia dumps ‘national playing style’ amid executive clean

Ernie Merrick joined the national body with a remit to “disrupt” - but it appears he may have been too disruptive for the liking of FA’s stakeholders.

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58 h. ago How actor Emily Browning learnt to embrace the funny side of failure

Lemony Snickett made her a dramatic star in her teens. Now in her 30s, the Melbourne-born actor is finally up for a laugh.

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58 h. ago Meltdowns and stares: What I learnt taking kids on a luxury cruise

It’s the kids’ holiday too, and they are not going to have fun if they’re constantly being told off for fear of disturbing older passengers.

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58 h. ago How actress Emily Browning learnt to embrace the funny side of failure

Lemony Snickett made her a dramatic star in her teens. Now in her 30s, the Melbourne-born actress is finally up for a laugh.

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3 d. ago Australia news LIVE: Netanyahu ‘in denial’ of Gaza suffering, says Albanese; RBA to announce interest rates decision; Taylor Swift’s mysterious countdown

Follow live as we bring you the news from Australia and beyond.

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3 d. ago Trump praises ‘respectful’ Putin, criticises Zelensky ahead of crucial summit

The US president resurrected grievances with the Ukrainian leader, appearing to once again blame him for the war, and defended his decision to meet Putin without Zelensky.

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3 d. ago Teenager Pheobe Bishop’s family face accused killer in court

Tanika Bromley appeared via video link from a Queensland prison for the court proceedings. James Wood was not present. 

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3 d. ago Billy Slater blasts NRL handling on Trainer controversy: Billy Slater Podcast: Ep23

Billy Slater unpacks a round of big results, giving his take on the Roosters' dominant performance and why the Dolphins are "starting to feel the pinch." He shares a strong opinion on the referees' handling of the four sin bins in that game and weighs in on the ongoing "trainer-gate" controversy, arguing the NRL needs to "police it more." Billy also discusses the Broncos' injury crisis, the Bulldogs' long-term strategy, and why the Warriors' season is "starting to become desperate."

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5 d. ago The home appeared to be a bargain. Melissa knew the listed price was ‘complete BS’

Herald analysis reveals how home buyers almost always pay more than the listed price.

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5 d. ago You mightn’t know her yet, but actor Philippa Northeast is a star to watch

After a COVID career setback, the 30-year-old star of The Newsreader and Territory appears in a new ABC drama based on a Sally Hepworth bestseller.

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6 d. ago Perth mum who stabbed daughter’s secret boyfriend was lying, jury decides

Jennifer Mui Len Chin, 49, said she thought the 14-year-old boy was an intruder the night she found him in her home after her daughter had snuck him in for sex. On Friday a jury decided they did not believe her.

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6 d. ago Verdict in trial of mum accused of stabbing daughter's boyfriend

A verdict has been reached in the trial of a Parkwood mother who stabbed her daughter's secret boyfriend thinking he was an intruder.

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6 d. ago ‘Genuine hurt’: Anger as netball grand final performer’s domestic violence history emerges

Professional netball’s players’ body says booking a performer who had pleaded guilty to domestic violence charges to appear at the Super Netball grand final in Melbourne had caused “genuine hurt”.

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6 d. ago How much of Gaza is left standing? True toll may be even greater than official reports suggest

From above, much of the Palestinian city appears flattened. Analysis by independent researchers, and satellite photos, reveal the scale of the destruction.

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7 d. ago Perth mother denies stabbing teenage daughter’s secret boyfriend

A Perth mum has taken the stand in court, denying she stabbed her teenage daughter's secret boyfriend to "teach him a lesson".

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