Worse than Russia? Voters fear Trump’s America

Former ambassadors and Defence officials warned on Monday that Australia should shift to a stronger form of self-defence in case the US retreated from the ANZUS alliance.

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The rules around toilets on planes (and lack of them)

Earlier this month, Qantas passengers on a nine-hour flight to Hong Kong were warned that three of the five toilets wouldn’t be working.

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Adrian bought a glamorous new home. Then there was a $3000-a-year catch

It looked a fabulous prospect: living above a five-star hotel with a rooftop pool and gym. Then things went downhill.

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Inside this renovated duplex with world-class views of the Sydney Opera House

The views from this home are matched only by the art and design found within.

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Playful kids room decor and where to buy it

Fun finds for kids, from quality furniture to a room-brightening rug and boots that make light work of muddy puddles.

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‘It gets harder. But you’ve got to get on’: Skye Leckie on the myths around grief

The philanthropist opens up about missing her late husband, TV executive David Leckie – and the day he compared her to Kerry Packer.

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On board the game-changing cruise ship built for $1.6 billion

There’s plenty to keep you amused on Celebrity Edge, but watch out for added extras charged in US dollars.

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How new electoral boundaries have changed Sydney’s political map

A Sydney electorate contested for 120 years has been abolished, and another high-profile seat is now ultra-marginal following a sweeping redistribution.

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‘Sometimes I really admire myself’: Tu’s rise from market stall to real-estate riches

She describes her life as a “Chinese fairytale”, but there’s more to Monika Tu than just glitz, glamour and a fabulously opulent wardrobe.

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The new bucket list for the Pacific and Australasia

The nations of Oceania are a captivating blend of pristine nature, cultural heritage and vibrant cities that even the most hardworking traveller will never exhaust.

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The new highlights of North and Central America

From the bright lights of Broadway to the northern lights, the Americas add up to epic destinations.

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The 25 bucket-list highlights of Africa

Traditionally unloved, Africa is on the brink of a new age of tourism.

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Twenty highlights of Antarctica, the ultimate bucket-list destination

In this icy continent at the bottom of the globe life-defining experiences occur several times each day.

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The secret process that helps this trainer prepare dogs for stage and screen stardom

Luke Hura had the job of getting two groodles ready to play the dog Sandy in the beloved musical Annie at the Capitol Theatre. Here’s how he did it.

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We’ve entered the age of the hot cross ice-cream, loaf, sandwich and ‘crosskie’

The Easter market is increasingly competitive among Sydney bakeries. Expect more coconut, gelato and yuzu in your bun this year.

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DCE is a $1.5m halfback who can play until he’s 40. So who is getting a bargain?

Rugby league’s changing nature and Daly Cherry-Evans’ rare ability as an elite playmaker makes him worth his weight in gold.

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The real winners and losers from Albanese’s handouts

Cost-of-living pressures have dominated the Albanese government’s term. New analysis shows who it has tried to dull the pain for.

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The crime that killed 278 people – and the push to include it in Ukraine peace deal

Families of those who lost their lives over Ukraine 10 years ago want US President Donald Trump to ensure responsibility for the atrocity is included in any peace deal with Russia.

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Why our former PMs should speak up, not shut up

Julia Gillard has been praised for maintaining a dignified silence since leaving politics. But wouldn’t we like to hear more from her?

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Inside Joe Hockey’s power-heavy garden party

The former federal treasurer can still draw a crowd of political and media elites

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Sydney fashion designer seeks High Court appeal against Katy Perry

Katie Taylor’s 15-year trademark battle with the faded pop icon could finally come to an end this year.

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The NSW university that wants to halve students’ rent

The head of the University of NSW says he will double the amount of student housing it offers at half the cost of private providers.

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How rivers can take you to some of the greatest places on Earth

These historical trade arteries connect cities and castles, palaces and pagodas and they provide easy transport routes through gorges and across deserts.

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‘Olive oily, lemony, salty deliciousness’: This corner is a rollicking Greek party once more

Taverna was created in a hurry, but it’s instantly timeless, writes Dani Valent. And there’s a lot of Hellenic history here.

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This British crime drama will leave you exhausted and disorientated

A highly charged investigation and intimate personal stakes collide in Virdee, which is fuelled by a compelling lead performance.

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The reality TV mansion, the estranged racing heir, and the Supreme Court fight

David Waterhouse sold his Rose Bay mansion to investment banker Michael Rothner in 2023. But the pair are still doing battle in court.

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Trump’s paired bad ideas from left and right. The results will be calamitous

Trump and Musk’s new policies will make the rich richer and the poor poorer. What could go wrong?

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Trump and the teals have a lot in common

Donald Trump wants to destroy the system. In some fashion, so do the teals.

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This semi-hidden CBD spot for two-hatted snacks takes orders until 11pm

Clocktower Bar at Shell House is a deep-red cocoon of cocktails and crullers nine storeys above the street.

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Stunning Tassie retreat feels like your own private mountain

A stunning location with splendid bush isolation, here you have a well-designed and lovingly finished cottage with smart finishing touches.

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Where to get your spice bag fix in Sydney this St Patrick’s Day

Find out where to kickstart your St Patrick’s Day festivities this year with this addictive Irish comfort food.

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Not allowed to teach, too valuable to lose: registration delays costing schools

Relief teachers have been called in to plug the gaps left in classrooms by new staff who have been hired but had their approval to teach stalled.

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One in five patients skip treatment due to out-of-pocket costs

The survey also found 40 per cent of private hospital patients were being slugged with out-of-pocket specialist fees of more than $1000 – and many weren’t informed of all costs in advance.

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Move over Seoul and Dubai: Perth offers luxury homes at global bargain prices

A six by four in Peppermint Grove, anyone? Perth’s luxury house prices are the fastest rising in the nation, but still offer bang for buck on the global stage.

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What we learnt from Dean Cox’s first game in charge of the Swans

The new coach got off to a tough start against Hawthorn with a 20-point defeat at the SCG, but what can it tell us about the year ahead?

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Former High Court judge Michael Kirby pens foreword to Dyson Heydon’s new book

Dyson Heydon, the former High Court judge facing numerous sexual harassment allegations, received glowing praise for his new book from a legendary legal figure.

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Round one was one of the most lopsided in NRL history. But V’landys isn’t flinching on expansion

An average winning margin of 18 points and a series of ugly blowouts looked to have undermined the NRL case for adding new teams. But Peter V’landys was unmoved.

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How ‘Trump derangement syndrome’ led Americans back for another round

In the four years Trump was out of office, an eerie amnesia settled, allowing people to project onto him hopes that were utterly untethered from reality.

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Who’s who in the Labor and Liberal campaign zoo

Most Australians will start tuning into the election only over coming months. Both major parties have been ready for weeks.

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‘Maggots in the fruit’: Orchards under attack as pest prevention funds shrink

Councils in the food bowl are calling for urgent reinstatement of government funding to protect some of Victoria’s most fertile orchards from fruit fly.

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The Liberal heavyweights and pandemic agitators driving the ‘Bike Boy’ campaign haunting Daniel Andrews

The Age unveils key players paying the bills and driving the legal campaign that has consistently embroiled the former premier.

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Tim Gurner keeps making everyone mad

The baby-faced property developer wants to live forever. This will give him ample time to respond to everyone he’s annoyed.

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Award-winning Australian airport still has nowhere to sit

For a hub that was named Australia’s 2022 Airport of the Year – fresh from a $14 million upgrade – a few seats wouldn’t go astray.

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‘Joe Bogan’: Legalise Cannabis MP Jeremy Buckingham goes full YouTuber

The NSW upper house MP has a new nickname on Macquarie Street after launching his YouTube series this year.

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The White Lotus effect has landed in Thailand, along with lotus-eaters

I travelled 7250 kilometres for enlightenment but found it closer to home.

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Richard White’s accuser seeks special arrangement to fight her case

The woman who has accused WiseTech Global’s chairman of providing her with a visa in return for sex has been assisted by lawyers at Anti-Slavery Australia.

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The film that was so controversial, its director had to flee the country

Set during the women’s uprising in Iran, The Seed of the Sacred Fig is courageous indictment of that country’s system.

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