Legal challenge to Melbourne CBD search zone laws
Organiser of Greedozer Invasion Day rally launches legal fight against Victoria's new CBD search powers. Could this set a precedent for protest rights in the UK? Read the full analysis.
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Melbourne's $500k AI Comedy Robot Experiment
A University of Melbourne researcher is using a $500k grant to teach a swarm of 10 robots standup comedy, starting with non-verbal humour. Can AI ever be genuinely funny?
Mangione Hearing Previews High-Stakes Murder Trial
A New York court hearing for Luigi Mangione, accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, offered a dramatic preview of a trial set to tackle America's healthcare crisis, gun violence, and wealth inequality. Follow the latest developments.
Neergaard-Petersen's Miracle Chip Wins Australian Open
Denmark's Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen produced a stunning final-hole up-and-down to clinch the Australian Open, breaking Cameron Smith's heart. Rory McIlroy finishes 14th.
Melbourne reconsiders its Burke and Wills statue
Melbourne debates the fate of its oldest public monument, a statue of explorers Burke and Wills, prompting a critical re-examination of their disastrous 1860 expedition and its colonial legacy. Discover the full story.
Bakery's viral TikTok success leads to online abuse
Montmorency Bakehouse's wholesome social media fame was hijacked by racist and sexual harassment, forcing the family to take a stand. Discover their story.
Labour bars trans women from main 2026 women's conference
Labour will bar trans women from the main hall of its 2026 women's conference, denying voting rights. The party seeks a legal compromise after a Supreme Court ruling.
Lady Gaga's Mayhem Ball Tour Storms Melbourne
Lady Gaga brought her chaotic 'Mayhem Ball' tour to Marvel Stadium in Melbourne, delivering a two-hour spectacle of avant-garde fashion, theatrical performance, and pop anthems. Read our full review.
Kendrick Lamar's Epic Melbourne Show with Doechii
Kendrick Lamar delivered a theatrical, pyrotechnic-filled spectacle at Melbourne's AAMI Park, supported by rap's rising star Doechii. Read our review of this extraordinary night.
Supreme Court to Decide Legality of Trump Citizenship Order
The US Supreme Court will decide if Donald Trump's order restricting birthright citizenship is legal. The ruling could redefine the 14th Amendment's interpretation.
Chalamet's 'Offensive' Role in Marty Supreme Sparks Oscar Buzz
Timothée Chalamet delivers a career-defining, shockingly offensive performance in the chaotic sports biopic Marty Supreme, sparking major Oscar nomination predictions. The film hits UK cinemas on December 26.
Supreme Court Approves Texas Congressional Map Redraw
The US Supreme Court has reinstated Texas's Republican-friendly congressional map, a major victory for Trump. Plus, Pentagon strikes, EU's Ukraine funding crisis, and a chess prodigy's record.
Man from high-profile family guilty of digital rape
A man from a prominent Melbourne family has been found guilty of digitally raping his friend's girlfriend. The jury heard he pretended to be her boyfriend in a dark bedroom.
Supreme Court Approves Texas Map, Aiding Trump's GOP
The US Supreme Court has ruled Texas can use a Republican-friendly congressional map, a major win for Donald Trump's efforts to secure the House. Read the latest on this pivotal political battle.
Supreme Court Approves Texas Congressional Maps
The US Supreme Court has ruled Texas can use redrawn congressional maps, a major victory for Republicans. The decision overturns a lower court's finding of racial gerrymandering.
Melbourne Metro Tunnel opens, shifting transport focus
The new Metro Tunnel in Melbourne has opened, promising better sustainable travel. A reader argues we must see metros as serving all travellers, not just commuters, to build world-class cities.
Girlguiding UK bans trans girls from joining clubs
Girlguiding UK has updated its membership policy to exclude transgender girls, citing a Supreme Court ruling. The decision has sparked condemnation from campaigners. Read the full story.
FCA lifts motor finance complaints pause ahead of schedule
The City watchdog has ended the freeze on motor finance complaints earlier than planned. Discover the new deadlines and the multi-billion pound implications for lenders and consumers.
State Library of Victoria job cuts spark outcry
The State Library of Victoria's plan to cut nearly 40 jobs and halve its reference librarians has provoked fierce criticism. Critics warn it undermines a vital public institution. Read more on the proposed changes.
Critics Hail Marty Supreme as 2025's Best Film
Timothée Chalamet's ping-pong drama Marty Supreme is declared the year's top film by critics, with a 95% Rotten Tomatoes score sparking major Oscar buzz. Read the full story.
Girlguiding bans trans girls from joining after court ruling
Girlguiding has announced it will no longer accept transgender girls as new members following legal advice after a landmark Supreme Court ruling on gender. Read the full story.
Lammy plans to scrap some jury trials to clear court backlog
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces radical court reforms, moving thousands of cases to judge-only trials to tackle a record 80,000-case backlog. Discover the plans and the controversy.
How John Roberts' Supreme Court Weakened Democracy
An analysis of Chief Justice John Roberts' two-decade tenure, examining key rulings on gerrymandering, campaign finance, and presidential immunity that critics argue have eroded democratic pillars. Will he stand up to Trump?
Melbourne's £9.7bn Metro Tunnel Opens to Public
Melbourne's transformative Metro Tunnel has opened, adding five new stations and a crucial cross-city rail line. Discover how this £9.7bn project aims to end gridlock and reshape the city's future.
Girl begged 'call my mum' as she lay dying in Tottenham
A court hears the tragic final moments of Tanesha Melbourne-Blake, 17, an unintended victim of a 2018 gang shooting in Tottenham. The trial continues at the Old Bailey.
Marty Supreme: Chalamet's Spectacular Ping-Pong Nightmare
Josh Safdie's whip-crack comedy 'Marty Supreme' stars Timothée Chalamet as a narcissistic table tennis hustler. Gwyneth Paltrow co-stars in this dizzying, sensational film. Read our full review.
Journalist searched without warrant under new Victoria police powers
A Guardian Australia journalist was subjected to a pat-down search without a warrant while covering a Melbourne protest, experiencing Victoria police's controversial new 'designated area' powers first-hand. Read her account.
Eli Katoa out for 2026 NRL season after brain surgery
Melbourne Storm's Eli Katoa provides positive recovery update after brain bleed surgery, ruling him out of the 2026 NRL season. Read his emotional tribute to his partner and club.
North Melbourne Kangaroos Win Historic AFLW Grand Final
The North Melbourne Kangaroos have made history, becoming the first AFLW team to win back-to-back premierships after a dominant performance against Brisbane at a sold-out Ikon Park. Read the full story of their perfect season.
Jetstar Flights Resume Amid Political Tensions
Jetstar flights resume after major disruption while political tensions escalate between Labor and Coalition over infrastructure projects and policy direction.
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