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‘America first’: AUKUS subs deal at risk amid Pentagon review

A Pentagon review into Australia’s nuclear submarine deal has raised concerns the program is in doubt just days before Anthony Albanese is due to meet Donald Trump face-to-face.

‘15th in world’: Warning over Aussie military spending

Amid a push for Australia to increase military spending, new data shows we rank just 15th among global defence budgets – and are dwarfed by Saudi Arabia, Poland and India.

‘Unsafe’: Councillor’s chaotic antics spark explosive outcry

An Adelaide City councillor’s ‘disrespectful behaviour’ saw him kicked out of a meeting, as another elected member reveals she feels too unsafe to speak around him.

‘Parking oasis’ or a ‘war on cars’? CBD traders fume over ACC plan

The City of Adelaide has boldly claimed it has “more parking than ever before” and the CBD is a “parking oasis”, despite being accused of waging a war on cars.

SPF shock: Aussies burnt as sunscreen claims exposed; best, worst brands revealed

Australians are buying sunscreens they think are SPF 50+ but are actually getting products with alarmingly low levels of protection.

Valerie the sausage dog’s special milestone after KI rescue

She’s the mischievous pup who captured the world’s attention after spending 529 days lost on an Aussie island. Now the castaway is celebrating back home.

‘I paid for debris’: US celeb realtor rejects shack-smasher’s claim

Accused in court of masterminding a plot to destroy two century-old shacks for his development, a Florida real estate agent to the stars has fired back.

SA parents’ fury over ‘tradwife’ debate between schools

Students as young as 14 are being asked to debate whether a controversial gender role movement is good for women. Vote in our poll.

Adelaide mum sent death threats over TikTok video of toddler

An Adelaide parenting influencer has been overwhelmed with messages of hate following a video shared to TikTok of her toddler son.

Doctor banned after supplying wine and sleeping with alcoholic patient

A “predatory and cruel” GP has been hit with a heavy ban after he provided his alcohol-addicted patient with wine before having sex with her.

Abbey Holmes announces birth of baby boy in adorable post

The footy commentator and her husband are proud parents to a baby boy, revealing his adorable name in a sweet social media post.

Osborne again: From industrial wasteland to our city of ships and steel

Once a neglected wasteland, Osborne has undergone an incredible transformation – and a top-level meeting has just kickstarted the next stage of its cutting-edge evolution.

‘A deeper purpose’: Young workers should covet a career in defence tech

Australia needs to supercharge its defence workforce to take on the AUKUS submarines project. ASC chief Stuart Whiley says there are many reasons for young people to get on board.

Horrific sexual assault on female guard at Remand Centre revealed

A young female guard has been violently sexually assaulted at the Adelaide Remand Centre and said she was asked to return to work the next day.

Marnus’ opening fail, Carey’s gift: Moments that shaped day one

Australia’s great opener debate has raged for weeks – but how did Marnus Labuschagne go facing the new ball? Plus, Alex Carey’s forgettable afternoon. WHAT YOU MISSED ON DAY ONE

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Social media ‘finfluencers’ put on notice for dodgy advice

Australia’s corporate watchdog has fired warning shots to a raft of social media ‘finfluencers’ on notice, with some accused of flouting lavish lifestyles while feeding followers d...

‘American Mozart’: Beach Boys founder Brian Wilson dead

The music world is mourning the loss of Brian Wilson, the Beach Boys’ founder whose classics defined a generation.

Shame: 2 selfish banks ripping off Aussies after rate cut

There are just two banks left in Australia that have held off, ripping off Aussies every day since the RBA cut was announced last month.

Who was the Greek equivalent of the Roman goddess Venus?

The Chase Australia’s official Shark, Brydon Coverdale, has created a new daily quiz challenge. Test yourself.

Wallabies to wealth: Huge windfall looms for 25yo star

At just 25, ex Wallaby and Qld Reds star Jordan Petaia is cashing in with a near $1m annual contract in Los Angeles, but a shrewd Australian deal will net him even more before the ...

Where Aus’ secret religious clans really hide

Australia’s most notorious religious regimes and the mysterious properties they call home are right at your doorstep.

‘Appropriate response’: Meghan Markle’s major honour postponed

Meghan Markle was due to receive an award the same day the spotlight is supposed to be on King Charles at his birthday parade – until the Duchess’ gong ceremony was yanked at the 1...

Chilling detail in Sydney’s new role

Fresh from her head-turning red carpet appearances, Sydney Sweeney takes centre stage as a heroin addict as she stars opposite Julianne Moore in a ‘harrowing’ new drama.

A dead goat, a rocking horse, Princess Diana and a bizarre Facebook feud

The sudden passing of a beloved miniature goat shortly after giving birth has sparked an online feud, but it was what was omitted that caused the biggest problem.

‘I got it’: Will Smith’s wild $4m caravan buy

Will Smith has revealed that he might have more dollars than sense after splashing almost $4 million on a caravan-like home before showing it off.

‘Clothing and bones’ found in Madeleine McCann search

Investigators are said to have quietly sent fragments of bones and clothing to forensics in their search for clues in the case of missing Brit tot Madeleine McCann.

Elizabeth Hurley stuns in naked pose

Elizabeth Hurley has shared a jaw-dropping new photo of herself naked to mark a milestone, as she declared her love for country star Billy Ray Cyrus.

How Apple plans to change the way you drive

Apple has upped the ante in the $2.3 trillion battle to control the dashboard, updating its CarPlay offering to extend beyond an infotainment system to change the way people drive.

Simple solution to major Aus e-bike problem

Serious injuries have skyrocketed across Australia but there’s one truth behind the e-bike revolution that might surprise you.

The English city of Liverpool is situated on which river?

The Chase Australia’s official Shark, Brydon Coverdale, has created a new daily quiz challenge. Test yourself.