The Housemaid author Freida McFadden reveals her true identity
The bestselling US novelist, who writes under a pseudonym and appears in public wearing a wig, said she’s ‘tired of this being secret’ as she announced her real name is…
Why is Anthony Albanese visiting Singapore amid Australia’s fuel crisis – and what could come from it?
The Middle East conflict has shaken both nations: Australia is facing shortfalls of oil, while Singapore’s gas supply is under threat Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates…
Circle of Wonders by Kathryn Heyman review – solace and healing in an acid-etched portrait of a dysfunctional family
Heyman’s story about women struggling to put aside their hurts and do right by one another is all about rage, vulnerability, forgiveness and a bit of woo-woo Get our weekend…
David Squires on … a managerial defection adding extra spice to the Sydney derby
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Middle East crisis live: Iran war ceasefire does not cover Lebanon, Netanyahu says; Hezbollah launches rockets at Israel
Israeli prime minister’s remarks come shortly after Trump told US media he had asked Netanyahu to be more ‘low-key’ amid shaky Iran ceasefire. Follow live news Israel’s bombing of Lebanon…
The deadliest 10 minutes in decades: Lebanese reel from Israeli strikes that killed hundreds
Beirut residents and officials say civilians were main casualties in operation that bombed 100-plus targets in 10 minutes Middle East crisis – live updates It took Israel only 10 minutes…
Head of IMF says Iran war will permanently scar global economy even if peace is reached
Kristalina Georgieva says even ‘most hopeful scenario’ will lead to growth downgrade and cause permanent hit to living standards The head of the International Monetary Fund has warned that the…
‘Mental breakdown’: oil tanker workers stuck in Gulf for six weeks are reaching their limit
Seafarer tells of ‘impossible’ situation, with strait still so unsafe that crew would not cross even if told to sail Maritime and port workers: how is the Middle East conflict…
Strait of Hormuz not open, Abu Dhabi’s oil chief says as crude prices rise
Uncertainty over US-Iran ceasefire pushes price of Brent crude towards $100 a barrel Business live – latest updates Middle East crisis – live updates The boss of Abu Dhabi’s state-owned…
Confusion grows as Donald Trump reportedly claims he did not know Melania Trump was giving statement on Epstein – live
First lady held press conference to deny having any relationship with late sex offender and Ghislaine Maxwell, though it was unclear whether she was responding to any specific accusations Melania…