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- Brad Balzan died a violent death in his own backyard. Some are calling it "the worst outcome imaginable of proactive policing".
- Russia accuses Ukraine of attempting to sabotage the last day of its elections by launching 35 drone attacks into the country.
- The ABC understands a number of visa cancellations are now being reversed, with additional security and other checks conducted by Home Affairs now complete.
- One man has died and two others are in hospital after being pulled from the water near Apollo Bay on Sunday afternoon.
- Emergency services are warning residents in Borroloola to prepare as Tropical Cyclone Megan developed into a category 3 cyclone and could potentially intensify into a category 4 as it tracks towards the NT coast.
- Fremantle make a statement with a 23-point win over Brisbane, but it comes at a heavy injury cost, while Melbourne and Port Adelaide celebrate big round one victories.
- St George Illawarra's promising start to the season is just a memory after the Dolphins scored the biggest win in their short history while the Sea Eagles were too good for the Roosters at Brookvale.
- The ABC's Antony Green declares the LNP a clear winner in the formerly safe Labor seat of Ipswich West, west of Brisbane, as counting continues after Saturday's by-election. Labor looks set to hang on in the seat of Inala despite an even bigger swing to the LNP.
- Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong tied the knot with long-time partner Sophie Allouache in Adelaide on Saturday.
- A man who police allege stole a car from a Broome service station while a woman and child were still inside has been charged.
- The results of an Olympic and Paralympic infrastructure review by former lord mayor Graham Quirk are due to be released publicly on Monday morning.
- Less than a week from Tasmania's state election, thousands of people march in Hobart in protest against the logging of native forests, with veteran campaigner Bob Brown saying "our job is to get rid of the Earth destroyers".
- Police allege the 22-year-old woman was attacked while visiting family with another relative on Walderton Avenue in Balga just before 8pm on Saturday.
- Having an idea about the average super balance in Australia for your age can help you take the necessary steps to boost any shortfall.
- Analysis by Gareth HutchensA Nobel Prize-winning economist has criticised the foundations of mainstream economics, writes Gareth Hutchens.
- Lauren Jackson wins her sixth WNBL title as Southside Flyers crush the Perth Lynx in game three of the grand final series in Melbourne.
- Australian speed skater wins Australia's first world championship short track speed skating medal in 30 years at ISU Championships in Rotterdam.
- Blindsided staff and out-of-pocket customers speak out after Canberra day spa Adytum entered liquidation.
- The lowest fertility rates in the world are seen in East Asian populations such as South Korea and Japan. But rates are even declining in countries like China and India. Why are women in these countries choosing to be child free?
- AnalysisWhile minoxidil is unlikely to restore a full head of thick, lush, hair, it can slow down hair loss and stimulate regrowth.
- A 28-year-old man was found on the road with critical injuries in Sydney's eastern suburbs at about 4am on Sunday.
- AnalysisHow do vinegar and baking soda work and is it worth using them together for cleaning? Let's unpack it.
- Here's what's new to streaming, heaps good and out now — from two very different period dramas and The Gentlemen adaptation, to Kate Winslet's latest foray into the small screen, and a searing documentary about life in Gaza.
- Let me guess, you've finally gotten the hang of this trivia thing and you've come back for more? Well, let's see what you've got.
- TikTok is a "bad faith actor" and the social media app should be banned in Australia if its Chinese owner does not sell it, the Coalition's cybersecurity spokesperson says.
- From Sydney to Perth to Wagga Wagga, many of Australia's cities have flags. But they're mostly unknown and unloved. Here's why.
- A volcano in Iceland has erupted for the fourth time in three months, sending orange jets of lava into the night sky.
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analysis:Does the anti-balding treatment minoxidil actually work? Here's what you need to know
While minoxidil is unlikely to restore a full head of thick, lush, hair, it can slow down hair loss and stimulate regrowth.
Analysis
analysis:Economics is in 'disarray', having placed efficiency before ethics and human well-being, says Nobel laureate
A Nobel Prize-winning economist has criticised the foundations of mainstream economics, writes Gareth Hutchens.
Analysis
analysis:Vinegar and baking soda is a popular household cleaner — but does it actually do anything?
How do vinegar and baking soda work and is it worth using them together for cleaning? Let's unpack it.
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analysis:Some relief for WA renters nears, but one key change remains years away
It's never been tougher to find a rental property in WA, and there were hopes new legislation would put an end to 'no cause' evictions. But, as Keane Bourke explains, it's a political fight the government doesn't want a year away from an election.
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analysis:Does the anti-balding treatment minoxidil actually work? Here's what you need to know
While minoxidil is unlikely to restore a full head of thick, lush, hair, it can slow down hair loss and stimulate regrowth.
Analysis
analysis:Economics is in 'disarray', having placed efficiency before ethics and human well-being, says Nobel laureate
A Nobel Prize-winning economist has criticised the foundations of mainstream economics, writes Gareth Hutchens.
Analysis
analysis:Vinegar and baking soda is a popular household cleaner — but does it actually do anything?
How do vinegar and baking soda work and is it worth using them together for cleaning? Let's unpack it.
Analysis
analysis:Some relief for WA renters nears, but one key change remains years away
It's never been tougher to find a rental property in WA, and there were hopes new legislation would put an end to 'no cause' evictions. But, as Keane Bourke explains, it's a political fight the government doesn't want a year away from an election.
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