19 h. ago Rare mass grave of Roman soldiers under soccer field points to birth of Vienna

Twenty centuries ago, Roman soldiers battled Germanic tribes in present day Vienna. Their rare remains suggest a catastrophic military confrontation and hasty retreat.

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35 h. ago Dunstall’s huge call on Dangerfield’s forward future; Petracca’s emotions show after Demons loss to Cats

The Cats were too good for the Demons scoring a comfortable win at GMHBA Stadium. Relive the action here.

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35 h. ago AFL 2025 round four LIVE updates: Emotional Petracca lets his frustration show after latest loss; legend’s huge Dangerfield call

The Cats were too good for the Demons scoring a comfortable win at GMHBA Stadium.

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44 h. ago With serenity and comforts aplenty, this restored retreat is superb

Hobart luxurious Lumiere Lodge is near enough to the centre and waterfront for all the attractions, but far enough afield to enjoy the peace of suburbia.

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4 d. ago Tiger’s ban stands; Blue to return from break via VFL; Injury heartbreak for Bombers recruit

Rhyan Mansell’s three-match ban stands; Elijah Hollands is expected to return through the VFL this weekend; and the AFL is “comfortable” in allowing Noah Balta to play before he’s sentenced in court.

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4 d. ago ‘Be careful’: Family’s warning before mother died after drinking magic mushroom tea

The partner and son of 53-year-old Rachael Dixon have spoken out, a year after she died after drinking magic mushroom tea at a health retreat.

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4 d. ago Blue to return from break via VFL; Injury heartbreak for Bombers recruit

Elijah Hollands is expected to return from his personal issues to play his first official game in the VFL this weekend. Meanwhile, Bomber Tom Edwards’ dream start to his AFL career has been derailed with a serious injury and Andrew Dillon says the AFL is “comfortable” in allowing Noah Balta to play before he’s sentenced in court.

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6 d. ago After months in the doldrums, the government has its mojo back, right when it was really needed

Despite the good news in the latest Resolve Political Monitor, it is a strange world when Labor finds comfort in any poll that has its primary vote at just 29.

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8 d. ago This elegant neighbourly spot serves 32 varieties of sweet and savoury crepes

The Bungalow transforms from serene brunch spot in the day to a place of white tablecloths, brass table-lamps and cocktails in the evening.

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9 d. ago Dramas, thrillers, romcoms? None of them beat this movie genre

All hail the buddy comedy, cinema’s most reliable comfort.

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1 week ago It’s not packed or all over Insta (yet), but this unpretentious city diner deserves your immediate attention

The small team at Clarence and V is all about minimum fuss and maximise flavour, says our critic.

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2 w. ago ‘Paula and I had a profound connection’: the women in Bob Geldof’s life

The musician and activist names the thing he finds ‘comforting and sexy’ about a woman, and why he never takes it for granted.

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2 w. ago Four speedy meals to make with this versatile veg everyone has in the freezer

Put that bag of frozen peas to work in these recipes, which are perfect for brunch or a midweek dinner: fritters, a frittata, a pesto tart and a comforting fish pie.

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2 w. ago Sprawling Gold Coast home included in Stayz Top Holiday Homes list

Set across 1.7 hectares of hinterland, the Hamptons-style retreat boasts a designer kitchen, three lounge areas, and a 16-metre saltwater pool.

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2 w. ago Road of death: How drones hunted Ukraine troops out of Kursk

Soldiers are likening their retreat to scenes from a horror movie, with highway leading back to Ukraine under constant Russian attack.

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2 w. ago How The Block’s Mitch and Mark turned a 1970s home into a luxe beach retreat

They paid $1.7 million in 2019, then poured their hearts into reimagining every space and creating a place to relax and entertain.

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3 w. ago Planning your winter wardrobe? These pants will rival jeans for comfort

Move over boring beige, bold colours and silhouettes are back.

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3 w. ago The US used to be a comforting blanket. Now, it’s the monster under the bed

Our security alliance with the US used to make us feel safe from threats lurking in the dark. Not anymore.

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3 w. ago Working from home? Here are five tips to stay comfortable (and stop slouching)

While it can feel nice to set up on your kitchen table or back verandah, not having a proper workstation can be bad for your concentration – and your back.

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3 w. ago Reds under the bed? Australia should be fearing the red white and blue

Our alliance with the US used to be a comforting blanket that kept us safe. But it’s time to face the fact that Binky has become the monster under the bed.

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