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5th January 2025

PM Edition

Every player rated: Aussies heroes soar, spent forces cost India

Australia has reclaimed the Border-Gavaskar Trophy – and have cult heroes to thank for it. Meanwhile, India might have been better off if some of theirs had stayed at home. Every p...

Australia seal epic series win to end decade of India pain

Despite heartbreak for Steve Smith and a brutal gibe from Virat Kohli, Australia has reclaimed the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, winning a see-sawing decider at the SCG.

Gavaskar left stunned by trophy snub

His name is on the trophy, but Sunil Gavaskar was still left off the presentation dais after a thrilling Australia-India series. The Indian great was less than happy.

Two killed in plane crash off NSW coast

The bodies of two people killed in a plane crash off NSW’s north coast yesterday have been retrieved, police say, in the second fatal aviation incident across the state in a week.

Shock new twist in alleged Virgin crew attack

A Fijian man accused of raping a female Virgin Australia crew member will appear in court on Monday as more details of the alleged attack emerge.

Kyrgios backtracks on explosive Hewitt social media comments

Nick Kyrgios has quickly backtracked on Instagram comments he made knocking Cruz Hewitt, the son of Australian tennis legend Lleyton, for practising with Italy’s Jannik Sinner.

Man charged over brawl at under-12s match

Police have charged a 23-year-old man following a near four month investigation into a brawl that up-ended an under-12’s rugby league match.

Hamas releases sick hostage video; US plans huge arms sale to Israel

A Hamas hostage has pleaded for her life in chilling footage, as the Biden administration proposes a massive weapons package sale to Israel.

Coffee set to rise to insane price in 2025

Coffee lovers might have to save a few extra dollars in their weekly budget simply to afford a cup of Joe as experts warn prices will soar in 2025.

‘Grow the f*** up’: Aussie model slammed for park bench post

Australian model Gabrielle Epstein has come under fire after criticising a “friendly” social initiative aimed at combating loneliness, writing “this country is in a shambles”.

Pictures: SCG a sea of pink to celebrate Jane McGrath Day

An enormous pink banner with the late Jane McGrath’s image has been unfurled, emblazoned with the quote “no one should go through cancer without care” as a pink wave took over the ...

Kohli’s sandpaper antics sum up Australia’s ultimate enemy

Playing in what is almost certainly his last Test on these shores, Virat Kohli stuck the boot into Australia with one last act of pantomime villainy.

Doc’s Today hosting gig riles TV journos

The non-ratings period is usually a chance for up-and-coming television journalists to shine while the stars holiday, so Nine’s decision to put Dr Nick Coatsworth in the Today host...

Ex-wife uncovers secret $480m account in divorce battle

A globetrotting business tycoon has been ordered to pay his wife an extra $10m in their Sydney divorce case, after he made a mistake that led to her discovering a secret account wi...

Fresh faces, underperformers: Players under pressure at every club

From new marquee signings to players who disappointed in 2024, there’s plenty of NRL stars feeling the pressure to perform next season. See who needs to step up at your club.

Exes lives exposed after bitter star breakups

Once the red carpets and cameras are gone following sometimes ugly break-ups, these celebrity exes find themselves living much different lives.

‘I live with my parents rent-free’: Young Aussies’ housing crisis

Shannon Donelly is one of the many young Melburnians struggling to make ends meet, stringently saving in the hope of one day owning her own house.

Court strips injured ‘Invasion Day’ bystander of $800k compo payout

Laura Cullen was awarded $800,000 in damages in 2023 after a court found her injuries in the 2017 rally were caused by police negligence. But the state’s highest civil court has ov...

Virus spreading in China prompts new Covid fears

China is experiencing a surge in infections of a respiratory virus, sparking concerns about an outbreak five years since the emergence of Covid-19.

Grim truth behind $3000 per day job

Mass resignations are set to hit a profession already suffering critical shortages, with one state offering over $3000 per day and still unable to fill roles.

How Gerry Harvey saved Magic Millions from financial ruin

When Magic Millions plunged into administration and was put up for sale, billionaire retailer Gerry Harvey pounced and convinced a fellow horsing enthusiast to join him. Here’s how...

Society couple’s abrupt split shocks Sydney

Dina Broadhurst and her partner, Winning Appliances heir John Winning, have abruptly ended their seven-month romance.

Second body pulled from plane crash

Two people have died after a light plane crashed into the water near a pristine national park, with police pulling a second body from the wreckage on Sunday.

White Lotus star’s husband found dead

Tributes are flowing for filmmaker Jeff Baena, the husband of actress Aubrey Plaza, after his tragic death at the age of 47.

Madonna flaunts huge sparkler amid engagement rumours

Music superstar Madonna has hinted that she could be engaged to a toyboy boyfriend half her age after proudly flaunting a huge diamond ring.

Puberty blockers: J.K. Rowling backs ban — but they’re legal here

Author J.K Rowling has openly condemned the use of puberty blockers by children after they were banned in the UK but the treatment remains legal in Australia.

$500 flights: Best trips, cruises to book right now

Aussies are opting for these destinations for a quick-fix getaway that doesn’t break the bank, with international airfares as low as just $500. See the full list here.

‘Simple’ way 32yo got $7.7m in 4 years

This 32-year-old has revealed how he built a $7.7m property portfolio in just four years.

‘Everybody Hurts’: Darkest hours of mega 1990s band R.E.M.

R.E.M. were one of the biggest bands of the 1990s – and their biggest year began with a tour in Australia and a wedding before disaster struck, as rock biographer PETER AMES ...

6 big interior design trends going into 2025

You can make your home a trendy fashion statement for the new year with these simple tricks – including one with an ‘ugly’ secret.

Earth-shattering interest rates call

Aussies might not get a break from the cost of living crisis at all in 2025, with experts predicting interest rates aren’t going anywhere.

Need for speed: Cop clocks cheetah streaking past

Highway patrol officer David Romeike has clocked thousands of speeding vehicles, but setting his handheld speed gun on the world’s fastest land animal was something he won’t soon f...

Major blow for homebuyers in 2025

Those planning to buy their first home or upgrade next year will face an extra challenge on top of higher rates after another turn in the housing market.

Chinese ‘Prado’ does a lot right … and wrong

This Tank 500 luxury SUV from Chinese challenger GWM is certain to change opinions.

Star slammed over ‘vile’ Taylor Swift joke

“Wildly inappropriate”: A female comic is under fire over a pointed dig at Taylor Swift she made in a new Netflix special.

British abandon social media age limits

Britain has done a backflip and revealed it will not be copying Australia and introducing a ban to the sites for children aged under 16.

Beau said he had a ‘scratch’. Three days later he was dead

A family has broken their silence about the horrifying moment their “perfect boy” collapsed in front of them.

Why Meghan’s nauseating new Netflix show is so unrelatable

Sprinkle edible flowers on your breakfast, says Meghan Markle in her new Netflix show. Doesn’t she know there’s a cost of living crisis? Meghan, read the room, writes Julie Cross.

All the new cars arriving in 2025

From Alfa Romeo to Zeekr, this is the A to Z of new models landing in Australia in 2025 and why they matter... or not.

Don’t carry-on about it but leave your luggage behind

Liz Hurley posted a picture of herself in Egypt and I barely noticed the pyramids. Instead, I thought: “Oh, hello excellent fellow packer,” writes Angela Mollard.

Wine drinkers, stop making this big mistake

What does your drink of choice actually say about you? Nikki Osborne take a deep dive.

‘I nearly lost my life eight times - I’m about to do it again’

An extreme athlete nearly died eight times 10 years ago - now he’s recreating the epic trip. Read what’s prompted a do over.

Staggering price for tiny hatchback

Time behind the wheel of BMW’s Golf GTI rival reveals a surprising turn of pace. But it will cost you.