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  1. ‘What’s the next Cochlear implant?’ Melbourne Uni’s bold plan for renewed optimism

    The University of Melbourne’s new vice-chancellor, Carolyn Evans, says Melbourne needs to double down on its strengths to remain a global innovation capital.

  2. Man killed in alleged stabbing in Melbourne

    A man has been arrested after another man died following an alleged stabbing at a home in St Albans in Melbourne’s north-west.

  3. More than 10,000 apartments delayed across Queensland

    Fresh data has revealed more than 10,000 apartments across Brisbane and the Gold Coast have been delayed over labour shortages and rising supply costs.

  4. Man, 22, dies after 'jumping off' the Arc de Triomphe in Paris

    Prosecutors in the French capital have launched an investigation into the 22-year-old's death after he fell from the 163ft war memorial on Saturday.

  5. There’s snow business: Veteran Santa buckles up for another Christmas

    Bruce Eagle, who has played Father Christmas since 1967, is well qualified to teach ‘how to be Santa’ classes.

  6. From galas to art shows: The real cost of being a private school parent

    There are now 20 NSW schools charging more than $45,000 annually for year 12, but the real cost goes beyond fees.

  7. Trying to find a job is now as toxic as dating apps. I want a career, not a booty call

    Recruiters, your “booty calls” are wearing thin. And it’s time to give up the “ghost”.

  8. Search launched for three missing boys last seen at Stretford Metrolink stop as police issue urgent appeal

    Police say they are growing incresingly concerned for Riley, Kian and Noah

  9. In the heart of London's commuter hub, a vagrant takes a £3 hit of super strength spice, instantly turning into a zombie. This is the drug rocket fuelling Sadiq Khan's homeless crisis

    The new substance of choice in London's druggy underbelly is the synthetic cannabinoid known by the street name Spice.

  10. Man found dead in north Brisbane bushland

    Police are investigating the sudden death of a man after a body was found in Chermside bushland.