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The Star cries poor, labels $400m fine a casino killer

The Star cries poor, labels $400m fine a casino killer

The Star has said it will not survive being fined $400 million after admitting to lax anti-money laundering measures and courting high-risk gamblers.

Muslim preacher defends 'dehumanising' sermons on Jews

Muslim preacher defends 'dehumanising' sermons on Jews

Muslim preacher defends 'dehumanising' sermons on Jews

Muslim preacher defends 'dehumanising' sermons on Jews

An Islamist preacher is being sued over sermons in which he allegedly made "derogatory generalisations" about Jews, who he described as rats and cowards.

Australian shares hit record close as bank stocks surge

Australian shares hit record close as bank stocks surge

Australian shares hit record close as bank stocks surge

Australian shares hit record close as bank stocks surge

Banks and energy stocks have helped lift the local bourse to record highs, but continued growth will hinge on the outcome of US-China trade talks.

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Microscope on IVF giant over 'inexcusable' embryo error

Microscope on IVF giant over 'inexcusable' embryo error

A private fertility giant faces potential legal and regulatory backlash after transferring the wrong embryo to a woman, its second mix-up in months.

Australia dives into the big blue as key climate ally

Australia dives into the big blue as key climate ally

The potential of blue carbon - using the power of the seas - will feature prominently in Australia's official climate plans following a landmark agreement.

Farm flood damage trickling through to grocery checkout

Farm flood damage trickling through to grocery checkout

Blueberry prices are expected to remain high after flooding devastated crops, but shops are unlikely to run out of milk despite dairy farms being inundated.

Public lacks facts on 'forever' chemicals: inquiry

Public lacks facts on 'forever' chemicals: inquiry

Governments and regulators must start sharing facts about "forever" chemicals, because "worrying" online sources lack expertise, an inquiry has been told.

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'Horrific footage': shot reporter's case raised with US

'Horrific footage': shot reporter's case raised with US

'Horrific footage': shot reporter's case raised with US

'Horrific footage': shot reporter's case raised with US

Nine Network reporter Lauren Tomasi was hit by a rubber bullet fired by a US police officer while covering protests in Los Angeles, sparking outrage.

PM commits to 'lasting change' in second-term agenda

PM commits to 'lasting change' in second-term agenda

PM commits to 'lasting change' in second-term agenda

PM commits to 'lasting change' in second-term agenda

In his first major speech since Labor's election triumph, Anthony Albanese says he will build on his first term to deliver reforms across the nation.

Family law reform to stop pets being weaponised

Family law reform to stop pets being weaponised

Family law reform to stop pets being weaponised

Family law reform to stop pets being weaponised

Family pets being weaponised in relationship break ups to further perpetuate domestic violence will be halted under new law reforms.

Apple boosts AI features but leaves Siri behind for now

Apple boosts AI features but leaves Siri behind for now

Apple boosts AI features but leaves Siri behind for now

Apple boosts AI features but leaves Siri behind for now

It will screen your phone calls, translate your messages, and help you work out but Apple’s artificial intelligence software is not ready to smarten up Siri.

'Silent crisis': half of Aussie men delay health checks

'Silent crisis': half of Aussie men delay health checks

'Silent crisis': half of Aussie men delay health checks

'Silent crisis': half of Aussie men delay health checks

Australian men are delaying health checks and stretching their medication due to cost pressure, according to research described as a wake-up call for a crisis.

Path to going public on markets sped up for companies

Path to going public on markets sped up for companies

Path to going public on markets sped up for companies

Path to going public on markets sped up for companies

A decline in the number of new companies listing on the ASX has forced the market watchdog to roll out changes to streamline the process of going public.

Aussies urged to charge ahead with household batteries

Aussies urged to charge ahead with household batteries

Aussies urged to charge ahead with household batteries

Aussies urged to charge ahead with household batteries

Australia could unlock billions in electricity savings if more households add a battery to their solar panel plans, a report has found.

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EV myths drive Aussies wrong way down electric avenue

One third of Australians believe misinformation circulating about electric vehicles, a study has found, with a conspiracy mindset most often to blame.

Swim star says DQ blunder will add to mental toughness

A golden girl of Australian swimming says her mental toughness will be boosted by being disqualified, then reinstated, at a race at trials for the world titles.

Australian protest as activist boat hits Gaza blockade

Protesters urge Australia to do more to help people in Gaza, rallying outside the PM's electorate office after Israel blocked an activist ship carrying aid.

Heavy snow strands drivers and hikers as chill sets in

Ski season has begun with a fresh downfall of snow in NSW and Victoria, but it has also resulted in a rough night for drivers stranded in their cars.

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Greens strike conciliatory tone on super tax changes

The Greens have pointed to the mandate won by Labor at the federal election in their willingness to have good-faith discussions about proposed changes to super.

Ex-PM lauded over honours gong but not everyone's happy

Scott Morrison, who led Australia through the COVID-19 pandemic, has been appointed a Companion of the Order of Australia in the King's Birthday Honours List.

Women in media unconvinced by gender equality progress

Women working in the media are unconvinced about the progress of gender equality in the industry with many considering quitting their jobs.

'Lifeline' for coral at risk of rising sea temperatures

Australian researchers have discovered coral bred from reefs in warmer oceans are more able to survive in extreme heat stress.

Aussie filmmaking royalty in the King's spotlight

Baz Luhrmann is the nation's most commercially successful film director and Catherine Martin has won more Oscars than any other Australian.

Standing up for rights: a lifetime of advocacy honoured

After growing up under the control of mission life, this Wiradjuri Elder has spent her life advocating for her people.

Women's trailblazer among batch of feted sports figures

Nicole Livingstone says being a women's sport trailblazer is only part of the reason she's feted in the King's Birthday Honours.

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