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A car crashed into a Melbourne school on Tuesday. Here's everything we know.

Why Matthew Perry's last line in Friends was so important for him.

Another Good Bloke.

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In 1974, cousins Raelene Eaton and Yvonne Waters disappeared. 50 years later, the investigation is ongoing.

After murdering Lilie James, her killer's final act was unspeakably cruel.

The unexpected tragic story of Freya, the friendly walrus.

Suzy Rackemann is the 69th Australian woman killed this year. Her son has been charged with murder.

Days before a major report on Lilie James' murder, her school's principal sent parents a letter.

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14-year-old Sewell fell in love with 'Dany'. The outcome was tragic.

Erik and Lyle Menendez have spent 34 years in jail. A district attorney just handed them a lifeline.

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Eleanor discovered her dad was having an affair. What she did next landed her in jail.

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Virginia lived with her parents bodies for four years. Her chilling arrest shocked police.

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Charlise Mutten's stepdad murdered her during summer break. Her mum has spoken for the first time.

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Jamie knew her daughter's death wasn't a suicide. So, she set out to catch her killer.

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For 34 years, the Menendez brothers tried to prove their innocence. Now new evidence has emerged.

The Easey Street murders haunted Melbourne for five decades. A man has just been arrested.

Seemona thought she was dating a police officer. Then things took a sinister turn.

Dani Schofield nursed patients in pain. Police claim she was making them worse.

Grace Millane was blamed for her own murder. A new documentary reveals the truth.

This man has been sentenced to death. Thousands of women are still writing to him.

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The PhD student accused of murdering her friend's baby.

Two Australian film-makers might’ve just solved one of America’s most baffling crimes.

Laila Johnson was in London to see Taylor Swift. A man attacked her with a knife.

JonBenét Ramsey was murdered 28 years ago. Her father just 'headlined' a true-crime convention.

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A woman was upset by her neighbour's noisy children. Then things took a sinister turn.

Mary Gough's mum thought she didn't look 'happy' on her wedding day. 5 months later, she was dead.

Louisa's death was ruled an accidental drowning. 13 years later, there's a new theory.

Anthea Bradshaw's family were told she was killed by a burglar. Then they read the coroner's report.

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'In the darkest times of my life, my Aboriginality has saved me.'

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4 women and 3 children killed in less than a fortnight. These families deserved urgency.

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Here's what an employer's obligations are to employees experiencing domestic violence.

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A freak storm capsized their superyacht. Now six people are missing.

Travis the chimpanzee was a beloved animal actor. Then he almost killed someone.

Could Taylor Swift sway the US election? Whether or not celebrity endorsements matter in 2024.

Anthony Albanese told us his plans for making the lives of Australian women better.

Do any of these apply to you? The warning signs of financial abuse.

'It doesn’t happen to people like me.' The stories we don't imagine when we think about domestic abuse.

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Donald Trump's latest campaign weapon? His 17-year-old granddaughter.

Jack Black, his Australian tour and a joke that spiralled out of control.

'His comment during my labour shocked the midwife.' Why I'm glad we've finally criminalised coercive control.

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'What did he just say?' The 5 biggest takeaways from the first Trump Biden presidential debate.

Why everyone is talking about Robert Irwin and Pauline Hanson.

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Melbourne hasn't forgotten what Dan Andrews did.

More people are being diagnosed with neurodiversity than ever. Here's why it's a good thing.

Amanda Knox went back to an Italian court to clear her name. Now she's facing a new conviction.

This balcony now represents the demise of the royal family.

Why everyone's talking about this Kansas City Chiefs player.

Donald Trump, satin pyjamas and why you're seeing the Stormy Daniels everywhere again.

Why everyone is talking about Trump's relationship with a woman called Laura Loomer.

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Sports

Harry Garside fell apart at the Olympics. Weeks later, he told us something profound.

Archer Sheetal Devi is breaking barriers in the Paralympics.

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Paralympian Haven Shepherd was 14 months old when her parents tried to kill her.

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Just last year, Ali Truwit lost her leg in a shark attack. Now she's competing at the Paralympics.

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The incredible story of Peter Bol, from fleeing war-torn Sudan to the Olympics.

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How a chocolate muffin became the most talked about part of the Olympic Village.

How a mistake at the Sydney Olympics 'could've killed' competing gymnasts.

Lauren Jackson returned to basketball at 41. When she told her eldest son, he called her a 'liar'.

In 2019, Shayna Jack was at the centre of a doping scandal. It almost cost her life.

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4 years ago Kaylee McKeown said goodbye to her father. Last night, she swam for him.

Is this the most American move ever? How the US are "rigging" the Olympics Tally so they look better.

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The story of Suni Lee, the other Olympic gymnast who's faced unimaginable challenges.

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Jodie Lovell's partner locked her on a 10-storey balcony. Now she's dead.

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Elise Hodder went out with friends on Saturday night. A man has been charged with causing her death.

'My sister-in-law was 23 when she met a man at church. Soon he had complete control over her.'

Two brothers were tragically killed. Then one of their wives made an announcement at their funeral.

There's been a third suspected assassination attempt on Donald Trump's life. Here's what we know.

Rex Heuermann has been charged with six women's murders. They keep finding more victims.

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Amanda Antoni was found dead in her basement. No one can figure out how or why she died.

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'I was violently abused for 18 years. Then my child handed me a drawing.'

'This is not what I wanted to be writing today, but here we are.'

Christine Mills told police she was scared of her son. Now he's been charged with her murder.

'Gambling addiction started as a slow burn. Soon it was all consuming.'

Amid the Nova Music Festival attack, Mazal pretended to be dead. It saved her life.

Kim Kardashian has just spoken publicly about her involvement with the Menendez brothers.

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In July, Frances Crawford was killed in a lawnmower incident. Her husband has been charged with murder.

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Her name was Natalie Galcsik. Her son now has to raise his siblings.

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A terrorist dead, 1000 killed and Australian protests: Here's what's happening in Lebanon.

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Melbourne mum Jane was shot dead in her driveway. The bullets were meant for someone else.

Bronwyn Winfield vanished in 1993. 30 years later, her daughter became a target.

'I was a victim of a home invasion. It changed the course of my life.'

'She was my soulmate.' The parents of 12yo Charlotte have spoken at her funeral.

'It was a safe haven for abusive people.' Joe grew up in a cult. This is what he wants you to know.

When Isobel got into a taxi late one night, she felt safe. Then the driver asked her a question.

For 34 years, the Menendez brothers tried to prove their innocence. Now new evidence has emerged.

Ruby Franke's children are speaking out, following the abuse they endured at the hands of their mother.

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'I had never been into sport. Then I watched a women’s game.'

The Easey Street murders haunted Melbourne for five decades. A man has just been arrested.

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Billionaire Mohamed Al Fayed ran Harrods for decades. Now more disturbing allegations have emerged.

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