7 h. ago Fresh ASX record high approaches 9000 milestone; Ampol surges on $1.1b deal; Baby Bunting soars

The sharemarket has capped off a stellar five-day run, carried by energy, banking, and mining giants on Friday.

Economics

10 h. ago I’ve thought about Taylor Swift every day for almost 20 years. I still have no idea who she really is

The billionaire’s empire was built on singing her deepest, darkest desires and distresses. But the mastermind’s appearance on Travis Kelce’s podcast proves we’re being fed contradictions. And that’s by design.

Politics

20 h. ago This overlooked spot is perfect for dates and mates – and a stonking

This backstreet venue is still going strong after 10 years, serving lots of things we love to eat: anchovy toast, cacio e pepe and a spot-on sticky-date pud.

Politics

34 h. ago Babies, bombs and world titles: Inside Australia’s greatest day at Teahupo’o

Eighteen-month-old Zen Robinson jumped in the water as 10-foot bombs hit the reef nearby, while Molly Picklum went whale-watching with her greatest rival, then dominated one of the world’s heaviest waves.

Events

39 h. ago WA news LIVE: Perth hills driver to fight charges over Christmas Day head

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Politics

39 h. ago WA news LIVE: Measles warning after three cases linked to Perth

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Events

44 h. ago Richard Burton was a star, but this biopic doesn’t capture his charisma

The film’s main flaw is the casting of an actor who never quite gets the famed Welshman’s distinctive voice right.

Politics

58 h. ago $45 million contract fight: Why the Chicago Bulls are playing hardball with Josh Giddey

Australian star Josh Giddey is seeking a monster pay day but the Chicago Bulls are offering a much lower figure. Who has the upper hand?

Economics

62 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.

Politics

3 d. ago AFL can’t get Kylie out of their head. But there’s one hitch to a grand performance

Snoop Dogg is confirmed to perform at this year’s grand final. He’ll be the third US performer at the league’s biggest day in a row. But there’s one homegrown act the league has not yet been able to secure.

Events

3 d. ago Melbourne commuters offered compensation after train derailment shut down lines

Commuters across Melbourne will be eligible for one free day of travel after a train derailment left passengers stranded last month.

Politics

3 d. ago ASX higher ahead of RBA call; Star rescues deal; Westpac appointment

The sharemarket has edged higher, as investors await the Reserve Bank’s decision on whether to cut interest rates.

Politics

3 d. ago ASX higher as RBA cuts rates; Star rescues deal; Westpac appointment

The sharemarket has edged higher, as investors digest Reserve Bank’s decision to cut the cash rate by 25 basis points.

Politics

3 d. ago ASX jumps after RBA cuts rates; Star rescues deal; Westpac appointment

The sharemarket climbs higher as investors digest Reserve Bank’s decision to cut the cash rate by 25 basis points.

Politics

3 d. ago ASX edges lower on RBA day; Star pauses trading; Westpac appointment

The sharemarket has edged higher, as investors await the Reserve Bank’s decision on whether to cut interest rates.

Politics

4 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."

Politics

4 d. ago ‘Questions to be answered’: Premier weighs into DVConnect failings

A review of the government-funded domestic violence service has led to scrutiny of Queensland’s first Victims’ Commissioner.

Politics

4 d. ago Bring a friend for free. Sydney Contemporary Art Fair special offer*

Buy one Day or Friday night ticket and get a second for free to discover and collect contemporary art.

Politics

4 d. ago Trump asked me out the day I got divorced, says Emma Thompson

The British star was on set the day her divorce from Kenneth Branagh was finalised. Then the phone in her trailer rang.

Politics

4 d. ago Reserve Bank begins meeting today ahead of interest rate decision

The Reserve Bank board is tipped to slash interest rates when it wraps up its two-day meeting tomorrow.

Politics