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Racial abuse sours win

Three-goal Adam Goodes racially taunted as Sydney 15.12 (102) beats Collingwood 8.7 (55) at MCG.

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Volatile scenes at court

Family and supporters turn up at court for appearance of teens accused of murdering Mandurah man.

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Search for bridge survivors

Rescuers rush to the scene after a bridge over a river collapses dumping vehicles and people into water.

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Rolf bailed until August

Rolf Harris will continue to be investigated over historical sex abuse allegations after his bail was renewed 'pending further inquiries'.

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Known to UK intelligence

Men arrested for brutal killing of soldier Lee Rigby had frequented meetings by banned Islamist group Al-Muhajiroun. | VIDEO | When police opened fire

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Tributes for Hazel

Australia has lost a brave, wonderful and community-spirited woman with the death of Hazel Hawke, say tributes. | Transformation

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Warroora Station body find

Body believed to be man seen face down in water after wife's body washed up on beach last week. 03:31 pm

Appeal to Chicken Treat caller

Police appeal for female caller after customers taken ill over 'caustic chips' in Bunbury. 04:23 pm

Heathrow closed after air emergency

Runways closed at London airport after plane had to make emergency landing. 04:47 pm

Parents of Saudi detainee meet DFAT

Supporters of men, both Aboriginal Muslims, march through Perth before parents met with officials. 04:33 pm

Agencies silent on child deaths

Deaths of two children under-5 in Kalgoorlie-Boulder referred to WA Coroner, 02:00 am

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Entertainment

Megan Gale denies cosmetic surgery claims

UPDATE: Perth-raised model Megan Gale has refuted claims by a Sydney cosmetic surgeon that she has had work done. May 24, 2013, 3:35 pm

Bridges confirms Commando relationship May 24, 2013, 8:15 am
Models at home on the catwalk May 24, 2013, 3:10 pm
Well-executed Aussie drama May 24, 2013, 2:20 pm
Foodie could be Cleo's dish of the day May 24, 2013, 2:15 pm

WA

Volatile scenes at teen's court appearance

Volatile scenes erupted at the Perth Children’s Court this afternoon as a big number of family and supporters turned up for the appearance of six teenagers… May 24, 2013, 4:46 pm

Wubin truck deaths charges May 24, 2013, 5:38 pm
Parents of Saudi detainee meet DFAT May 24, 2013, 4:33 pm
Police appeal to caller over 'caustic chips' May 24, 2013, 4:23 pm
Man charged over $2.75m Broome fires May 24, 2013, 4:03 pm

National

Pell should concede failings: Vic priest

Australia's most senior Catholic should acknowledge the church has twice failed victims in its handling of sexual abuse claims, a Geelong priest says. May 24, 2013, 8:00 pm

Gillard to visit Sydney's west 1 hour, 31 minutes ago
Brisbane man charged over girl's death May 24, 2013, 8:00 pm
Gillard to convene summit on car industry May 24, 2013, 7:41 pm
Wayward croc divides Qld outback town May 24, 2013, 7:25 pm

World

UBS France could face criminal investigation - source

PARIS (Reuters) - UBS' French unit could be placed under formal investigation in the coming days as part of a broader probe into the Swiss bank's… 47 minutes ago

Ford to retain 1,000 jobs at French plant after deal 27 minutes ago
Analysis - Gold faces more pressure as inflation stays tame 29 minutes ago
Ally of HK leader investigated in exchange probe 1 hour, 9 minutes ago
First day in second Eng-NZ Test washed out 1 hour, 40 minutes ago

Business

Domestic flights less full in March

Government figures show Australia's domestic airlines were a little less full in March, with the growth in extra seats outpacing demand. May 24, 2013, 7:24 pm

ASIC appeals Storm class action settlement May 24, 2013, 6:20 pm
Govts want 'generous' Ford contribution May 24, 2013, 5:14 pm
Vic premier sees light for Geelong May 24, 2013, 4:35 pm
WestBusiness stock listings May 24, 2013, 3:30 pm

Sport

Sydney beat Collingwood in AFL clash

A racial taunt against Adam Goodes has marred Sydney's 47-point win over Collingwood in the AFL's Indigenous Round clash at the MCG. May 24, 2013, 11:04 pm

Rebels upset Waratahs 24-22 May 24, 2013, 10:59 pm
Carlton can beat anyone: Kouta May 24, 2013, 9:09 pm
Chiefs grind down Crusaders to win 28-19 May 24, 2013, 8:47 pm
Hird at Essendon for long haul May 24, 2013, 7:10 pm

Life + Style

Fish Tacos with Red Onion Salsa

This recipe was inspired by my favourite beachside restaurant. You can choose your favourite fish for this recipe. May 24, 2013, 3:00 pm

Ban on olive oil bottles in restaurants May 24, 2013, 2:42 pm
Thai Pork & Sweet Potato Curry May 24, 2013, 2:00 pm
Training fuel: Tropical Fruit Smoothie May 24, 2013, 1:40 pm
Elements of a blissful retreat May 24, 2013, 1:00 pm

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Travel

Ride down Freo's memory lane

If a casino had been built next to Fremantle train station and the Esplanade Hotel had been replaced by a multistorey steel tower, for better or for worse,… May 24, 2013, 6:01 am

Venice from the inside May 21, 2013, 11:52 am
A month of family feasting May 17, 2013, 10:02 am
Emperor's club May 17, 2013, 9:00 am
Rocking and rolling Rovos May 12, 2013, 4:19 pm

Offbeat

Owner reunited with tornado dog

A dog that made headlines for guarding the body of a person killed in the Oklahoma tornado has been reunited with her owner. May 24, 2013, 9:33 am

Obama in heated exchanges with Code Pink anti-war protester May 24, 2013, 8:43 am
Pittsburgh on the Hudson? Wrong city in NY City campaign logo May 24, 2013, 5:32 am
Hamburgers for life reward to man who helped Ohio kidnap victims May 24, 2013, 2:43 am
Norway crime novelist talks his way to live interview record May 24, 2013, 1:41 am

Motoring

Falcon fans not surprised

Ford enthusiasts in Australia have lamented the news that its cars will soon no longer be made on their home soil, but said the writing has been on the wall… May 24, 2013, 5:53 am