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Aviation
Pilot arrested after midair stabbing and crash attempt, ‘heroes’ averted major disaster: Israeli PM
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said early evidence suggested crew and passengers onboard the Boeing 737 MAX subdued the attacker and “saved many lives”.
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Crime
Principal addresses parents after former Newington teacher charged with rape
The principal of the Sydney school where Deandra Kontou worked after allegedly raping a Newington student has written to parents.
Analysis
Political leadership
David Shoebridge is one of parliament’s best operators. His new task as Greens leader is far broader
The hard-left Shoebridge is a skilled politician who promises to make things harder for Labor. But will he have the same success building a Greens mass movement?
Nathan Cleary wins Dally M Medal at end of horror week
The best of the NRL and NRLW were honoured as rugby league turned on the glamour for Dally M Medal night.
Daring dresses and classy cut-outs: The Dally M red carpet winners
All the must-see looks from the NRL’s night of nights at The Cutaway in Barangaroo.
‘I want to apologise’: Stawell Gift winner loses title over drug test
The 21-year-old South Australian medical student won the famous Easter sprint in April off five metres in a time of 12.03 seconds.
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City life
Lady Chu prevails in street lighting war with Clover Moore – but a new sore point is brewing
Dumpling doyenne Nahji Chu has finally forced the council to dim “interrogation” lights outside her Potts Point restaurant. Now she’s turning heads in a mini electric car.
The Newtown site set to become a McDonald’s despite community backlash
The M-shaped golden arches are set to loom over Enmore Road, signalling the end of a long fight from residents to keep the chain out of Sydney’s hipster haven.
Opinion
AI
Gone ‘rogue’ and set to kill us all? Please. I know the banal truth
There’s snake-oil being sold to us and much of the world is falling for it.
Clinton Fernandes
Academic and former intelligence officer
They broke down an 87-year-old’s door with a battering ram. Then Spain erupted
The eviction of Maricarmen Abascal, who was carried out of her home of 70 years on a stretcher, has become a lightning rod for nationwide protests against Spain’s housing crisis.
Agonising wait for justice for parents of Australian brothers killed in Mexico
The trial of three Mexican men accused of killing the brothers is entering its final stages, though a verdict may not be reached until next week.
‘If we don’t reinvent, we die’: Why KFC is relaunching menu classics
The Dirty Bird is not only jumping on global taste trends like pickles but is revamping its core chicken serves.
A new route to Europe? How Hawaiian Airlines could forge fresh path for Australians
After acquiring Hawaiian Airlines in 2024, Alaska Airlines reassigned Hawaiian’s wide-body 787s to carry passengers from Seattle to Europe and Asia.
Opinion
Literature
Reading books is sexy. I only hope young readers are doing the harder work too
In something of a social media backlash, reading has been declared sexy ... by social media influencers
Jane Sullivan
Books columnist and reviewer
He stole his first instrument at the age of five. Eventually, all was forgiven
Benjamin Clementine defied his family to forge his own musical destiny. The journey that followed has been far from easy.
★★★★½
Hotel reviews
A gorgeous, tranquil Scandinavian hotel is, surprisingly, in Bali
The clever design of a Seminyak stay suggests summer in Scandinavia – minus the Viking tropes.
Our five favourite luxury homes by the coast for sale
Whether it’s the sound of crashing waves, the water views, the salt air, or the outdoor lifestyle, there’s nothing quite like living in or visiting your holiday home by the coast.
One of Australia’s most stunning regions has bounced back from disaster
Four months after a cyclone, the place Tim Winton called “one of the last great wild regions on Earth” is welcoming visitors again.
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NRL 2026
Knights attracted more fans to a training session than some actual game days
More than 12,000 fans watched a training session on Wednesday. The merchandise store looks like it has been ransacked. This is a city literally painted red and blue.
‘A sixth sense’: The bond that’s kept Roosters ahead for 770 minutes this season
The Roosters are undefeated this season, but it was a 32-minute period earlier in the season that forced the team to change for the better.
Sydney
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Mining
Largest coal mining proposal in NSW history wins approval
Environmental groups are furious at the decision to extend the life of two sections of a Hunter Valley mining operation for 19 years.
Sydney dentist stripped and indecently assaulted multiple young women
In emotional evidence, one woman described the shattering impact of the assault. The judge praised her courage in speaking out.
Fare and trip times set for direct shuttle link to Sydney’s new airport
The shuttle bus connection will offer passengers a quicker but more expensive journey than public transport to Western Sydney International Airport.
Opinion
CBD
Richard White to receive industry award just months after ACCC raid
The billionaire WiseTech founder has had brushes with multiple federal agencies. But that hasn’t stopped a little-known industry awards night from honouring him.
John Buckley
CBD columnist
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Tragedy
Meaghan was killed in her Florida home. Now her sister wants to bring her nephews to Australia
NSW woman Meaghan Bowler was allegedly murdered by her husband in a shocking attack. Her sister Madisson will now fly to the US in a bid to gain custody of Meaghan’s children.
See & Do
‘They are so scared’: How a late-night tweet made Ai Weiwei understand the West
He has been beaten in China and cancelled in Europe, but the artist’s new work in Sydney is typically provocative.
Netflix’s new Wonka series is bonkers. It was even crazier in real life
The Gold Coast set of this new reality series featured AI Gene Wilder, magic and more than 100,000 litres of chocolate. We had a sneak peek inside.
Politics
Aussie pollies lead the English-speaking world in AI speeches
MPs and former prime ministerial speechwriters have since weighed in on what role, if any, AI should play in political speeches.
Business
Big four banks sting home owners with rate rise
While the country’s five biggest home lenders have passed on the rate rise to borrowers in full, only two also committed to increasing the amount they pay savers.
World
Lesbian bar in sleepy US town left reeling after a ‘woke’ backlash
When Last Ditch ended its COVID-style mask requirement to attract more customers, it served as a cautionary tale.
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Property
Sebastian and Danielle’s smart strategy to get ahead of the rate hike
The cash rate has reached a 15-year high, and home owners are battening down the hatches to manage the repayments.
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Title Deeds
Tycoon who bought $7m Sydney house resells for $75m
The property tycoon and his wife have sold their mansion on the same day the Reserve Bank lifted the cash rate to a 15-year high.
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Lifestyle
I don’t want my colleagues on my social media. How do I politely decline them?
The women in your office won’t know you want to keep your work and personal life separate until you tell them, writes Dr Kirstin Ferguson.
Culture
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ABC
ABC finance guru Alan Kohler announces retirement
The presenter is stepping away after a 31-year career at the national broadcaster.
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Wheelchair-bound Nathan Cleary wins Dally M Medal at end of horror week
Panthers superstar Nathan Cleary was named the NRL’s best player of 2026, while Knights coach Justin Holbrook was beaten to the coach of the year award by the Warriors’ Andrew Webster.
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Australian cricket
‘Scary proposition’: Cummins opens door for Marsh Test comeback
Mitchell Marsh is retired from Sheffield Shield cricket and last played a Test in 2024, but his eye-catching form in short-form cricket has Test captain Pat Cummins thinking about his match-winning potential.
Analysis
Australian soccer
The Socceroos have found a new way to compete with the world’s best
This window against Brazil might be remembered as the moment in which this exciting new generation of Australian players took a great leap forward.
Knights attracted more fans to a training session than some actual game days
More than 12,000 fans watched a training session on Wednesday. The merchandise store looks like it has been ransacked. This is a city literally painted red and blue.
‘A sixth sense’: The bond that’s kept Roosters ahead for 770 minutes this season
The Roosters are undefeated this season, but it was a 32-minute period earlier in the season that forced the team to change for the better.
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NRL grand final
NRL’s mystery pre-game entertainment revealed as Jai Arrow tribute
The 31-year-old will complete a lap of honour to the strains of the Gerry and the Pacemakers song “You’ll Never Walk Alone” at Accor Stadium on Sunday.
Paisami appeals ban as Wallabies eye end to All Blacks’ 53-game Eden Park winning streak
Hunter Paisami will appeal his four-match suspension for a high tackle against South Africa on Sunday.
Have Your Say
‘Everyone is just stunned’: How the Knights’ class of ’97 reacted to famous victory
Stephen Crowe left the pub to walk home when the Knights were reduced to 12 men, figuring they couldn’t possibly beat Penrith. As he did, his phone began to light up.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
