Chinese government tells critics not to ‘overinterpret’ missile test in Pacific as criticism grows
The Australian government says there was ‘insufficient notice’ as details of missile path are released by Taiwan government China’s missile test in the Pacific did not comply with international law…
Trump’s World Cup intervention has ruined the game | Robert Reich
We try to teach our children to follow the rules. Now an American president has chosen the opposite tack I’m rooting for the US as we take on Belgium today…
Into the spider’s lair: how an Australian film-maker made an impossible documentary with AI
Jodie Heenan says her award-winning short film, Guardians of the Burrow, ‘looks and feels’ real Scene: a dimly lit underground burrow. A giant Amazonian tarantula and a tiny dotted humming…
Chalant dating: what Taylor Swift can teach us about finding true love
Nonchalance is out, as dating apps report a surge of interest in its opposite. So be more like the world’s most famous new bride, and wear your passions on your…
Which tricky relationship question would we like Albanese to answer? | Fiona Katauskas
You can bet he’d rather talk about something else See more of Fiona Katauskas’s cartoons here Continue reading…
World Cup 2026: USA crash out against Belgium for last-16 exit – in pictures
The tournament co-hosts wilted against Belgium for a 4-1 defeat, costing them a quarter-final spot. We look at the best images from the showdown in Seattle Continue reading…
The immorality of world leaders is contagious. Thank heavens for the pope | Simon Tisdall
In a political wasteland dominated by billionaires, war criminals and mega-corporations, the head of the Catholic church is a rare figure of moral leadership What do Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin…
Charlie was diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Here’s how he tackled stigma and his feelings of shame | The Modern Mind
With the support of family and friends and regular psychiatric and psychological care, Charlie was determined to maintain a fulfilling and meaningful life The modern mind is a column where…
Winterfest Sydney 2026: a medieval village springs to life – in pictures
The annual medieval fair in Sydney’s north-west included historical re-enactments, jousting knights, wandering entertainers – and even mermaids Continue reading…
Is it unhealthy to suppress sweat?
Sweat has important functions, including cooling you down when it’s hot outside. Here’s what science says about using antiperspirants and deodorants Every day, 5 billion people around the world reach…