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Yahoo News AustraliaWoolworths CEO's leaked email about customers sparks anger: 'Gaslighting us'
Woolworths has claimed an unwanted title today, with their CEO is telling staff its not as bad as it seems.
- Yahoo News Australia
Qantas makes big change for customers, US and Australia 'determined' to stop 'increasing threat', Biden's 'nice' move for Trump
Follow along as we bring you the stories that really matter to the everyday Aussie.
- BBC
TikTokers offered $5,000 to join Facebook and Instagram
Meta's attempt to lure creators to its platforms comes as questions remain over the future of its main rival in the US.
- Yahoo News Australia
Hidden danger at popular Aussie swimming spot: 'People would freak out'
The well-camouflaged deadly creature was almost impossible to see. Can you spot it?
- Yahoo Sport Australia
England cricket captain caught in 'classless' act towards umpire amid women's Ashes furore
It gave Australia a 10-0 lead in the series. Read more here.
- Cosmo
Addison Rae is totally naked wrapped in just a vintage Valentino feather boa
Addison Rae is Rolling Stone's February 2025 cover star. In the accompanying shoot she poses totally naked while draped in just a vintage Valentino feather boa.
- Yahoo Sport Australia
Jelena Dokic responds to ‘awful’ Alex de Minaur backlash after brutal Australian Open defeat
Jelena Dokic has had her say after the quarter-final thrashing. Read more here.
- The Independent
Trump says Ukraine should have surrendered to Russia and blames Zelensky for war
Trump claims that the Ukrainian leader decided he ‘wanted to fight’ when it was actually Russia which launched hostilities between the two countries
- The Daily Beast
Top DOGE Official Quickly Exits and Snubs Musk on Way Out the Door
Well, that’s not very efficient. Elon Musk’s much-hyped White House panel is losing its top lawyer to the private sector mere days into its existence, a Wall Street Journal report revealed Thursday. Bill McGinley, whom Donald Trump tapped to be the Department of Government Efficiency’s lead counselor last month, no longer wishes to continue in the role. His departure comes after Vivek Ramaswamy was pushed out earlier this week.
- HuffPost
Ex-Federal Prosecutor Explains Why Donald Trump’s Fealty Move Is Actually ‘So Dumb’
"It just makes no sense at all," said Andrew Weissmann, who also predicted how it could spectacularly backfire.
- InStyle
Rita Ora Wore a Tiny, Barely-There Neon Green Bikini in the Middle of Winter
The queen of the naked dress strikes again.
- The Hill
Opinion - 3 possible explanations for Putin’s bravado
Does Russia’s president know that his “special military operation” against Ukraine has turned into disaster for Russia? Or does he really think that he’s winning?
- HuffPost
Here's What JD Vance's Body Language Said During THAT Sermon, According To Experts
Body language experts also had thoughts on second lady Usha Vance's reaction to the Episcopal bishop's sermon.
- HuffPost
Trump Revokes Workplace Discrimination Rules Enacted By LBJ In 1965
The new president just unwound a landmark anti-discrimination measure implemented amid the height of the Civil Rights Movement.
- Evening Standard
Could Donald Trump deport Prince Harry and Meghan Markle?
The new US president has previously expressed his disapproval of Prince Harry's immigration status and called his wife ‘nasty’
- HuffPost
'F**k Off': European Lawmaker Hits Trump With A Blunt Public Message
The unusually harsh words earned Anders Vistisen a rebuke in Parliament.
- Parade
Kanye West Critics Slam New Clothing Line Inspired by Wife Bianca Censori's Ultra Risqué Looks
The Yeezy founder announced a new fashion venture that got mixed reactions.
- Yahoo Sport Australia
Iga Swiatek dragged into Aus Open storm as fans demand rule change after 'terrible' moment
Iga Swiatek's opponent was left stunned after the controversial call. Find out more here.
- The Hill
Judges who oversaw Jan. 6 cases push back on Trump pardons
Federal judges who oversaw Jan. 6 cases pushed back against President Trump’s sweeping pardons Wednesday. U.S. District Judge Beryl Howell wrote in in court filings for Proud Boys Nicholas Ochs and Nicholas DeCarlo that she would not dismiss their cases with prejudice — leaving the door open for charges to be filed against the men in…
- Entertainment Weekly
Billy Ray Cyrus' son asks singer to seek help in open letter after inauguration performance: 'You're not healthy, Dad'
"Me and the girls have been genuinely worried about you for years but you’ve pushed all of us away," writes Trace Cyrus.