Middle East crisis live: US and Iran trade strikes in strait of Hormuz but Trump insists ceasefire remains ‘in effect’
Trump says truce ‘is going’ despite exchanges of fire but threatens to hit Iran ‘a lot more violently’ if it doesn’t quickly agree to deal; Iran accuses US of violating…
Trump-ally Roger Stone condemned for providing lobbying services to Myanmar’s military junta
Stone being paid $50,000 a month to ‘rebuild’ relations between Washington and Myanmar’s military-backed government US lobbyist Roger Stone, a longtime friend and ally of Donald Trump, has been condemned…
Can a sprawling city make public transit work? Sydney may be on the right track
With transport set to be Australia’s top-emitting sector by 2030, officials have recognised the need to invest At Penrith, a suburb on Sydney’s rural fringe 50km (30 miles) west of…
Bullying or entertainment? Kyle Sandilands argues that fights with Jackie O were ratings gold for Kiis FM
Shock jock claims his bosses had monetised the conduct he was sacked for. Plus: Michael Gawenda v Jeff Sparrow Want to get this in your inbox every Friday? Sign up…
Australian drink named Methanol Moonshine labelled ‘deeply insulting’ to memories of mass poisoning victims
Company says branding was created well before the 2024 Laos tragedy and reflects its ‘motorsport heritage’ Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email,…
IS-linked mother and daughter charged with crimes against humanity including slavery face Melbourne court
Kawsar Ahmad, 53, and Zeinab Ahmad, 31, appear in Melbourne as Janai Safar, 32, due to face Sydney court on separate charges including joining a terrorist organisation Two Australian women…
News live: Julie Bishop resigns as ANU chancellor; Australia’s hantavirus risk ‘very low’, health department says
Katy Gallagher confirms Bishop’s resignation, saying ‘the challenges facing ANU did not arise overnight’. Follow updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast David Attenborough at…
Australia has been a sanctuary from the populist right’s onslaught. Is it now living on borrowed time?
Australia has been averse to ideological extremes but, after two decades of growing inequality and public policy stasis, the country’s robust democratic formula is facing challenges Since Australia’s emphatic repudiation…
My son is moving out. I’m happy for him but I’m bereft. How can I stop feeling so terrible? | Leading questions
It’s OK to feel the loss, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith. The fact that you do shows the devotion and care you’re capable of My son is moving out. I’m…
Neon signs, tiny aisles and the ambience of a panic attack. Britain, are you ready for the Chemist Warehouse experience? | Brigid Delaney
The Australian pharmacy chain is coming to the United Kingdom. With its hectic and chaotic aesthetic, there’s no mistaking it for a Boots We’ve all been there. You feel a…