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The ‘golden tonsils’ of John Laws fall silent, aged 90

John Laws was one of the most influential, commercially successful yet polarising figures in the history of Australian radio broadcasting. He has died at the age of 90.

The Roman empire built 300,000 kilometres of roads: new study

Compared with a modern road, a Roman road was in many ways over-engineered.

Power, politics and penalties: How Egypt’s fine on FAB Misr could shake regional confidence

What has raised eyebrows, however, is the abruptness and severity of the penalty, reportedly imposed without the usual procedural safeguards such as a formal review or right of reply.

Is the Melbourne Cup losing its appeal? Here’s what the numbers reveal

The Melbourne Cup, a 3,200–metre race for horses more than three years old, has long been called “the race that stops the nation”.

How to recognise child-on-child sexual abuse – and how to respond appropriately

We actually know very little about very young children in Australia who develop problematic sexual behaviours.

Unpaid ‘women’s work’ is worth $427 billion, new research shows

That’s equivalent to around one-third of gross domestic product – and is mostly contributed by women.

Are you finishing Year 12? Here’s how to avoid a post-school slump

You have been building up to the end of school for years, then there is the intensity and pressure of exams and festivities of formals and graduation ceremonies. And then suddenly, it’s all over.

Aged care at home is changing. Here’s what you’ll pay for and how to plan

After a delayed start, a new Support at Home program will begin on November 1 2025.

Albanese government hasn’t walked its talk about accountability and integrity

The immediate trigger issue was the government’s refusal to release a report by former public service commissioner Lynelle Briggs into jobs for mates.

Higher than expected inflation report dashes hopes for further RBA rate cuts

The consumer price index was the last major piece of data before the Reserve Bank meeting on Melbourne Cup day.

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Indian national loses deportation appeal after conviction linked to child sex case

He also claimed he would face social stigma, difficulty finding employment and accommodation, and possible threats from vigilante groups if returned to India.

Victims of domestic violence to get 100% stamp duty relief in major housing lifeline in South Australia

Officials said the scheme complements broader reforms arising from the Royal Commission into Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence

Young Sydney student impresses with Sanskrit language research at Aristotle Showcase 2026

His research highlighted how trade, migration and the spread of Buddhism facilitated the movement of words, ideas and cultural concepts across continents.
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