National News

Fri 27 Sep 2019

Is the keto diet actually good for you?

Is the keto diet actually good for you?

Just like fashion, nutrition trends tend to come in waves, but why has the keto diet gained so much popularity over the decade.

New controversial road rule comes into effect

New controversial road rule comes into effect

A controversial road rule is now in effect, with significant changes made to the law after it was blasted as dangerous during the trial period.

UK to Australia in just four hours

UK to Australia in just four hours

A new hypersonic passenger jet, which is set to launch within the next decade, could whisk Aussies to the London in just four hours.

Today in History: September 27

Today in History: September 27

On this day in 1998, the world’s most popular search engine was launched.

Thomas Cook bosses to face British MPs

Thomas Cook bosses to face British MPs

The British parliament's business committee has launched an inquiry into the collapse of travel group Thomas Cook, with former executives expected to face MPs.

Everything new to streaming in October

Everything new to streaming in October

Splashy new shows and award season contenders are in the mix of everything new to streaming next month.

Women weep as they are confronted by death 'industry'

Women weep as they are confronted by death 'industry'

IN darkened cinemas across Australia, the grief is palpable.

$50m Powerball winner still a mystery

$50m Powerball winner still a mystery

An Aussie who became $50 million richer last week still hasn’t come forward to claim the prize. Now the ticket’s been narrowed down to one place.

Saudis’ extraordinary attack on Australia

Saudis’ extraordinary attack on Australia

Saudi Arabia has launched an extraordinary attack on Australia, deeming the government “racist” and saying there are “horrific violations of human rights”.

Folau blocked from Tonga move

Folau blocked from Tonga move

The Tongan National Rugby League’s international membership has been suspended, thus denting Israel Folau’s hopes of returning to rugby league.

Trump accused: ‘This is a cover-up’

Trump accused: ‘This is a cover-up’

Extraordinary scenes have played out in the US in response to a whistleblower’s allegations about the Trump White House, with accusations of a ‘cover-up’.

Thu 26 Sep 2019

‘Completely false’: PM takes on the world

‘Completely false’: PM takes on the world

Scott Morrison has delivered an outspoken defence of Australia in front of world leaders — calling out “false” characterisations.

Nurse takes $1.5m from dying man’s will

Nurse takes $1.5m from dying man’s will

A nurse who helped a “vulnerable” 92-year-old man write a will making her the sole beneficiary to his $1.5m estate will keep the money.

Meghan dumps Harry in glorious bust out

Meghan dumps Harry in glorious bust out

Three days into a holiday is too much for any couple. But Meghan finally made a break for it in South Africa and James Weir was there to recap it.

World reacts to Trump transcript

World reacts to Trump transcript

Hillary Clinton has called for Donald Trump to be ousted while a Republican senator said it would be “insane” to impeach over his phone call with Ukraine.

NSW clears way for legal and late term abortions

NSW clears way for legal and late term abortions

A bill to decriminalise abortion was debated for nearly 40 hours, making it the third longest debate in the NSW Upper House.

Wed 25 Sep 2019

Canberra tipped to legalise weed today

Canberra tipped to legalise weed today

PASSING and growing weed for personal use could soon be legal in Canberra, as supporters say they’re “very confident” a landmark bill will pass today.

IT'S ON: Trump impeachment proceedings announced

IT'S ON: Trump impeachment proceedings announced

Nancy Pelosi has announced an official impeachment inquiry into US President Donald Trump over alleged abuses of power.

Tue 24 Sep 2019

Is NBN too costly for millions of Aussies?

Is NBN too costly for millions of Aussies?

Millions of Australians are yet to sign up to the National Broadband Network while some say they are holding off for as long as possible.

Travel trend that sunk Thomas Cook

Travel trend that sunk Thomas Cook

We’ve been doing it for decades but Thomas Cook failed to capitalise on a big change that affected the way we all travel.

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