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18th February 2025

PM Edition

Israeli influencer speaks out on nurse video

The Israeli influencer who released footage of an anti-Semitic rant where a nurse vowed to “kill” Israeli patients said the Jewish community has “had enough.”

Police may head to Israel to get influencer statement

NSW Police have still not obtained a formal statement from the social media influencer at the centre of the Bankstown Hospital nurse furore and will travel to Israel to meet with h...

WATCH: Latest on investigation into NSW nurses

The Israeli influencer at the centre of the Bankstown nurse scandal has broken his silence in Tuesday’s 5@5.

Police may head to Israel to get influencer statement

NSW Police have still not obtained a formal statement from the social media influencer at the centre of the Bankstown Hospital nurse furore and will travel to Israel to meet with h...

RBA boss’ two words to Aussies after rate cut

Under-the-pump Australian homeowners have received a rate cut, but Michele Bullock has delivered a stark two-word warning about the future.

NRL Teams: Teddy, Latrell rolled out in near full-strength line-ups

The Roosters and Rabbitohs are among a number of clubs set to roll out near full strength squads for week three of the pre-season challenge. See the full team lists.

Wild about Sydney: Theron snapped in ‘Aussie wilderness’

Weeks after touching down in Sydney to begin filming her latest movie, Charlize Theron has been photographed on set, diving into her latest role.

‘Punch drunk’ Konstas becoming an issue for Aussie selectors

Sam Konstas insists there are more layers to his game than ramping against the new ball. But as BEN HORNE writes, his rogue approach is fast becoming a headache for Australian sele...

Broad daylight shooting rocks Sydney suburb

A major police operation is underway following reports of shots being fired in Sydney’s south.

The NSW town that’s been invaded by plague of bats

A town has been driven so batty over a plague of flying foxes that council have been summoned to sink their fangs into the problem.

Another teen charged after alleged train station murder

A 13-year-old boy has become the fifth person charged by a police strike force set up after the alleged murder of Jack Westren near an Illawarra train station, as detectives contin...

Raiders target UFC boss for Viking horn in Las Vegas

The Canberra Raiders have approached Dana White to blow the Viking horn for their side in Las Vegas, after it was indicated the UFC boss would be attending the NRL season opener.

Man arrested over email to ex-ABC host

A man has been charged with sending a “harassing, racially charged email” that “called for violence and harm” to a former ABC journalist.

Knife, meth, pills: Wanted driver’s dramatic inner-city arrest

A man has denied hitting a police officer as he drove off from a crash before being dramatically arrested almost a fortnight later in Newcastle CBD with drugs and a knife in his ca...

‘Stunning’: Isla Fisher’s raunchy pics spark shock exchange with ex

Isla Fisher and Sacha Baron Cohen have interacted in public for the first time in months, after reports their divorce had turned nasty.

Uni investigates ‘genocide’ slide at O-week event

A student group at Sydney University’s Conservatorium of Music is being quizzed after using an Orientation week event to tout its stance on anti-Semitism.

Accused home invader allegedly stabbed in botched break-in

A man’s alleged break-in went south when someone inside the home allegedly stabbed him repeatedly shortly after he entered the dwelling. Here’s what happened.

‘Torture’: Gang boss on life in prison

A notorious crime boss says his more than 20-year stint in jail is “comparable to a regimen of torture”, a court has been told.

Former NRL cult hero allegedly slashed woman’s tyres

Retired NRL star-turned-boxer Joey Leilua has been charged after what police describe as a “domestic incident” in Sydney’s south-west.

‘Need some food’: Train guard halts train, refuses to move

Commuters were left stranded on a Sydney train line after a guard refused to continue the service because she hadn’t eaten in more than six hours.

‘Brutally bashed, murdered’: Homicide probe into grandfather’s death

Detectives are now treating a missing man’s death as a homicide after the Coffs Harbour grandfather who had fallen on hard times was “brutally bashed and murdered”, police say.

‘Torture’: Gang boss on life in prison

A notorious crime boss says his more than 20-year stint in jail is “comparable to a regimen of torture”, a court has been told.

New video of Aussie POW sparks demands

The Kremlin is facing fresh demands to release Oscar Jenkins after a new video of the Australian POW emerged on social media.

‘Huge’: Meghan Markle’s surprising new venture with Netflix

The Duchess of Sussex has revealed her next project in an unfiltered video.

VAD gave my husband peace. It can do the same for you

A Brisbane woman has recalled the way her husband took control of his death through voluntary assisted dying that allowed him to “peacefully” slip away in his own bed surrounded by...

Rugby league star’s traumatic, life-saving open heart surgery

Kennedy Cherrington is a NSWRL star and captain of the Maori All-Stars but at the age of eight she required open heart surgery to save her life.

Can you pass a year 10 civics test? Many students can’t

A new report has revealed Australian students’ understanding about our political system and democratic principles has dropped to the lowest level in two decades. Test yourself.

The iconic Aussie habits that still have tourists confused

Come onnn, everyone does these! Right??

Bittersweet photo reveals what modern kids have lost

Australia is in a canteen crisis, writes Peter Goers. Perhaps it’s got something to do with what passes for a menu these days.

TV star reveals truth about Belle Gibson’s explosive interview

Tara Brown has lifted the lid on her infamous 60 Minutes interview with cancer con artist Belle Gibson, recalling never-before-seen footage from their tense exchange.

Revealed: Why the Gold Coast needs a nude beach

Given the Gold Coast’s unofficial dress code already seems to be ‘clothing optional’, columnist Ann Wason Moore wonders whether that should be extended to our bea...

5 million Aussies set for cash boost

Pensioners, renters and students will receive a big income boost next month. Here’s what you need to know.

Missing Maddie bombshell as woman reveals new DNA results

A Polish woman who controversially claims to be missing British girl Madeleine McCann has released her latest set of DNA test results, which show a surprising development.

Why tennis’ latest doping farce is a stain on clean sport

Jannik Sinner should be stripped of his Australian Open title – with his three-month doping ban another nail in the coffin of sporting integrity.

Which golden oldie will be recruited as The Golden Bachelor?

Casting for The Golden Bachelor is underway, and while we hear almost all the positions are filled, Sunday Confidential has some potential candidates for producers to consider.

Car brands caught in deadly loophole

The Australian government is being urged to investigate a popular piece of tech found in modern vehicles amid growing safety concerns.

Urban myths and legends to keep you up at night

Non-human encounters, haunted highways, terrifying creatures and Min Min Lights are just the tip of the iceberg. Read the 35 Qld stories to haunt your dreams.

‘Killing us’: Aussies worse off after rate cut

Even though the RBA has cut interest rates, there are thousands of Australians doing vital work for the nation that are facing a grim reality.

I said I’d never cruise again, see why I’ve changed my mind

After 23 years I took the plunge and went on the seven day cruise of the South Pacific I said I would never do again. Here’s my guide and tips for a fabulous cruising holiday.

The five worst bin acts revealed

How hard is it to dispose of garbage without irritating your neighbours? It seems there are quite a few ways to commit a dog act on bin day. SEE THE LIST.

‘Disgusting’ Hanks slammed over portrayal of Trump supporter

Tom Hanks’ depiction of a Donald Trump supporter for Saturday Night Live’s 50th anniversary has outraged MAGA supporters, with many accusing the star of being “tone deaf” and “dumb...

‘My child just learnt one of the worst swear words of all‘

A four-year-old girl has inadvertently got her uncle in trouble after being asked to share the worst swear word she knows.

New benefit of weight loss drug in Australia

In an Australian first, a weight loss drug has been approved for use to treat this common disease in obese and overweight patients.