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Middle-east-bound flight descends into terror as two passengers go from agitated to ‘headbutting’ and threats of a gun: ‘Terrifying and disgraceful’

They had to be restrained for six hours.

We Got This Covered · Sep 13

Why yelling at your dog may affect more than their mood: Research suggests angry or excited voices can trigger measurable physical changes, revealing how deeply dogs process human emotion

Studies indicate that the tone of human voices can significantly affect dogs' physical stability and stress levels. Both cheerful and angry sounds lead to noticeable shifts in posture among canines. Additionally, shouting may cause dogs to view their owners as intimidating. Professionals recommend maintaining calm communication and employing positive reinforcement…

The Economic Times · Sep 9

Alan Jones and fellow 2GB host referred to SMH and reporter as ‘pigs in the media’, court hears

Jason Morrison, a former presenter at the Sydney radio station, denies ‘tailoring his evidence’ during trial of veteran shock jock Jones

The Guardian - AU · Aug 25

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How to Sell a Genocide has been removed from a library near Bondi – but libraries represent freedom of thought

Sydney’s Waverley Council, which includes Bondi Beach within its boundaries, has removed a book on the war on Gaza, titled How to Sell a Genocide, from its library shelves, pending review. This followed a complaint from a survivor of last year’s Bondi Beach massacre.

The Conversation · Aug 19

'Desperate' Aide Natalie Harp Secretly Slept in Golf Club Locker Room for Months to 'Stay Close' to Trump

Natalie Harp, a close aide to Donald Trump, reportedly spent a summer in a golf club locker room to stay near him, highlighting her unusual devotion and the unease it causes within his circle.

International Business Times UK · Aug 18

It took months for an LGBTQ+ arts pop-up to resurrect an old church – but just three days to shut it down

Group behind Divine Playhouse considering legal challenge and discrimination complaint after religious protests turned venue into culture war

The Guardian - AU · Jul 24

Nine to axe 30 jobs at the Age and SMH due to ‘extreme’ AI disruption

Staff told positions will be cut via voluntary and targeted redundancies as part of ‘evolution’

The Guardian - AU · Jul 21

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What happened to Sur Ronster? Team shares update after e-bike YouTuber’s shocking Ultra Bee crash

Sur Ronster is recovering after what his team called the worst crash of his career while testing a Sur Ron Ultra Bee e-bike. The update came through his official TikTok account, which confirmed he can read fans’ comments while recovering. No injury details or return date have been released. The…

The Times of India · Jul 7

Sky News Australia’s role in Cairo Takeaway fiasco laid out by judge’s finding it published ‘misleading’ statements

Justice Robert Bromwich found lawyer Rebekah Giles passed information to Sky’s Sharri Markson that led to pro-Israel activist breaching part of a legal settlement with the restaurant

The Guardian - AU · Jul 3

Political lobbyists, NSW Liberals and a fugitive developer are facing corruption allegations. Here’s what you need to know

Anti-corruption body examining allegations Liberal figures accepted donations to recruit members and also received money from fugitive Toplace developer Jean Nassif

The Guardian - AU · Jul 2

Australian TV star Karl Stefanovic faces ‘Today’ exit after Tommy Robinson interview

Stefanovic has featured several polarising figures on his independently-launched podcast

The Independent UK · Jun 25

Guardian Australia’s Matilda Boseley among journalists recognised at 2026 Walkley mid-year media prizes

Boseley won for her high-profile, multiplatform political explainer series, Parliament-Tea: explaining the chaos of Australian politics

The Guardian - AU · Jun 18

As One Nation seeks donations to ‘fire the liar’, News Corp gives it front-page billing

Pauline Hanson’s fundraising drive gets front-page coverage in Sydney tabloid. Plus: The Hollywood Reporter scoop that wasn’t

The Guardian - AU · Jun 12

Why Is Pauline Hanson’s One Nation The Most Popular Party In Australia Right Now?

One Nation is now the most popular party in the nation, according to a recent poll. We're unpacking why,

Pedestrian.tv · Jun 10

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The Guardian - AU · Jun 3

Sydney academic used AI to write SMH opinion piece urging students to avoid using tech to ‘cut corners’

Sydney Morning Herald removes piece by Cath Ellis, despite Western Sydney University saying her use of AI was ‘appropriate’

Pedestrian.tv · May 13

122 Aussie Schools & Unis Impacted In Data Breach Affecting Millions: ‘Significant Failure’

Instructure, the parent company of Canvas, has confirmed it has reached an "agreement" with hackers who stole data.

Pedestrian.tv · May 7

How Concerned Should We Be About The Hantavirus? The Deadly Cruise Ship Outbreak, Explained

Four Australians were confirmed to be onboard the virus-stricken MV Hondius. Here's everything you need to know.

The Conversation · Apr 23

The first Anzac Day was marked by women wearing mourning black

Even before the first world war, a high mortality rate from disease, accident and death during infancy meant that Australians were familiar with mourning black.

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The Conversation · Mar 29

Dennis Altman urges us to radically reimagine the future – like he did in the 60s

At the first Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras, nearly 50 years ago, 53 people were arrested. Many lost their jobs when the Sydney Morning Herald published their names. That was in 1978.

Pedestrian.tv · Mar 12

Grace Tame Says Her Speaking Engagements Have Dried Up Amid ‘Ongoing National Smear Campaign’

“I have lost all my speaking for the foreseeable future.”

AAP · Feb 24

Stan a standout for boosting Nine's first-half earnings

Media company Nine Entertainment says earnings for its streaming business Stan climbed 24 per cent to a record figure in the first half.

The Guardian - AU · Feb 20

Sky goes dark but a new dawn awaits at News Corp’s Holt Street studios

Lachlan Murdoch and Anthony Albanese on hand to unveil the station’s new name. Plus: the Bondi takes keep coming

The Times of India · Jan 29

Indian driver on student visa jailed in Australia for $200,000 real estate scam, impersonated law firm to defraud homebuyer

A 28-year-old Indian man in Australia on student visa, working as an Uber driver, has been arrested and jailed for a calculated fraud in which he impersonated a law firm and created an entity out of thin air to convince a prospective homebuyer to transfer money to him. The Sydney…

Pedestrian.tv · Jan 3

Anthony Albanese Calls For ‘Diplomacy’ After Nicolás Maduro’s Capture During US Airstrike

The Venezuelan President was seized in Caracas and taken to the US following a massive military operation organised by Donald Trump.

The Guardian - AU · Dec 22, 2025

‘RIP’: Australian media revels in ‘deeply lamented’ death of Bazball after Ashes woe

Local media gleefully homed in on English pre-series predictions after Australia retained the urn having played just 11 days of cricket

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