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Analysis
Paris 2024
Olympics to blame for a vile culture war - and three women are its casualties
Two women entered the Paris Games ready to compete in the sport they love. Instead, they’ve become pawns in a brutal gender storm – one the IOC could have avoided.
The big gold medal gamble that’s already backfired and could get even worse still
An ambitious move to shift the focus from one of Australia’s long-standing Olympic traditions to chase gold in a blue riband event has already come at a heavy price.
The world’s fastest man craved the spotlight. Netflix gave it – but there’s a cost
US sprinter Noah Lyles projects uber-confidence, but in Paris this week he revealed he struggles with his next-level celebrity.
‘The greatest double I’ve ever seen’: Marchand marches on Phelps’ legacy
By winning four individual events at the Games, Leon Marchand has mirrored what Michael Phelps did in Athens 20 years ago.
Video analysis
Swimming
It took 36 years – then just 21 seconds: The four things Cam McEvoy did perfectly
He has achieved what no Australian man in swimming history has. And Cam McEvoy won the race from the instant it began.
Surf club renovation sparks difficult questions over mayor’s ‘friendship’
Sutherland mayor Carmelo Pesce says he isn’t friends with prominent hotelier Chris Feros, whose business stands to benefit from a council redevelopment.
‘I came to add the gold’: BMX star’s hometown hails its hero
Artist Sarah Rowan had to adjust her mural of Saya Sakakibara and her brother Kai in Helensburgh after the 24-year-old’s historic BMX win in Paris.
Analysis
Sydney Swans
It’s tough at the top: Just what is going wrong with the Swans?
The Swans boasted 13 wins and one loss after round 15; they have now lost four out of their last five games.
Spies’ children ‘didn’t know they were Russian’ until arriving in Moscow for prisoner swap
Vladimir Putin wiped tears from the face of the daughter of two sleeper agents and greeted them – in Spanish.
Mossad hired Iranian agents to plant bombs in Hamas chief’s residence
The plan originally was to kill Ismail Haniyeh in May when he was at the funeral of Iran’s president, but that changed because of the large crowds and the high possibility of failure.
From the Queen’s menu to vintage Dior: Mementoes from Australia’s high street
David Jones donates 3000 pieces including Dior accessories to join Queen Elizabeth’s menu at the Powerhouse Museum.
Opinion
Französisch-Polynesien
What links a dead paedophile painter with Paris 2024? Shame
As Paris holds the world’s gaze, France’s continued meddling in the Pacific paints a less-than-golden picture of colonial neglect and the price of imperialism.
Malcolm Knox
Journalist, author and columnist
Traveller Letters: This premium economy is not worth the money
“In the air the food was poor and the toilets were shared with economy class. The only advantage was a bit more space and faster disembarking.”
Opinion
Financial planners
Your three biggest retirement advice questions, answered
Getting financial advice without paying for it is a national pastime in the lead up to retirement. Here are the three most common things people want to know.
Bec Wilson
Money contributor
Why are China’s youth pretending to be birds on social media?
In a quirky viral trend, young Chinese people are flocking online to impersonate birds and escape an uncertain future. One problem is that they can’t actually fly.
Aussie world champ lashes Italian boxer for ‘publicity stunt’ against Imane Khelif
Skye Nicolson, who fought for Australia at the Tokyo Olympics before turning professional, urged people to “be a lion, not a sheep” and consider the facts before joining the global pile-on.
Three years after Tokyo heartbreak, BMX racing star clinches gold
Saya Sakakibara thought she’d never compete again after a shocking crash in Tokyo left her unconscious. But she had unfinished business.
Analysis
Paris 2024
McKeown doesn’t command the spotlight. She must now command respect
The win caps a remarkable Olympics for the 23-year-old, who has become the first Australian to win four individual Olympic gold medals.
Twenty and a bit seconds: the time of Cam McEvoy’s life
The oldest Australian male swimmer to win an Olympic gold medal barely got wet in the process.
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WEEKEND READS
Tenpin bowling’s GOAT is an Aussie. His technique’s a game-changer
Mild-mannered father of four Jason Belmonte took the tenpin tour by storm with his controversial, two-handed style. Now, it’s being adopted worldwide.
Exclusive
Rare photos showing Sydney’s Cold War history go on display
A new exhibition of Max Dupain’s photos at the University of Sydney’s Chau Chak Wing Museum shines a light on student life in the 1950s.
Sydney
These trainspotters crossed the globe for the metro opening. Then it was cancelled
Rail enthusiast and YouTuber Daniel Meacock will head home to London without having the opportunity to ride Sydney’s new metro line.
‘Unusual’ winter swells erode beaches and dunes
Beaches recover relatively rapidly from coastal erosion, but sand dunes can take years to repair.
The Sydney clinic barred from treating patients
The state’s healthcare watchdog is cracking down on alternative clinics offering a controversial medical procedure banned by US regulators.
‘My beautiful angels’: Mum farewells children killed in Lalor Park fire
The children who died in the blaze allegedly lit by their father have been remembered at an emotional service in western Sydney.
Sydney mayor vows to run again despite apprehended violence allegations
Sarah McMahon says she’s ready to get back to work after an “extremely difficult” two weeks.
NRL 2024
Walker’s five-star night helps Roosters to win; Eels shock Warriors
Talented youngsters Sam Walker and Blaize Talagi played starring roles in a pair of high-scoring matches.
All hail the Roosters: How your NRL team rates in the post-Origin period
It’s a time when NRL campaigns are made or broken. But who are the best and worst at finishing off the regular season?
Politics
Revealed: The electorates that are home to the most renters
The NSW Labor government has stuck to its election promise for renters, but now it must convince landlords.
Business
‘It ends up being a bloodbath’: Why plucky Rex Airlines came unstuck
A graveyard has filled with airline groups that have tried and failed to challenge the duopoly in the skies, from Compass to Tiger Airways and Bonza. Rex is just the latest.
World
‘Never Trump’ VP pick could trouble fickle US voters
As America’s oldest president now knows only too well, US politics is a fickle and brutal business. Soon, the oldest candidate in the race may learn the same lesson – from the choice of his running mate.
Opinion
‘Is your baby black or white?’ Neither, but I wonder what Trump would say
Max Jeganathan
Senior research fellow
Why we need to stop the careers counselling guessing game
Jim Bright
Careers contributor
No way was that women’s boxing match a fair fight
Lucy Zelic
Sports presenter and journalist
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Title Deeds
Ex-Seven producer Auerbach casts spotlight on $25m Elizabeth Bay duplex
Lendlease’s Tony Lombardo, ex-Seven producer Taylor Auerbach and ANZ’s Richard Gibb lead a conga line of high-end sellers to an early start to the spring selling season.
Brett tried to sell a house without an agent. He took a $400,000 haircut
Brett D’Souza’s unorthodox approach had attracted a lot of attention, but didn’t quite reach his goal of a $1.8 million sale price.
Good Food
Lifestyle
The wild rooftop garden in Redfern that took home a prize
Gardens, courtyards and sheds. That’s the theme of the winners of this year’s residential architecture awards, including House of the Year.
Culture
Festival darlings Khruangbin on making mistakes cool
Houston’s groove masters are returning to Australia for three headline shows.
Opinion
Pop culture
There’s a place where I’m still 22, and a show to take me there
Genevieve Novak
Spectrum columnist
Traveller
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Sport
Aussie world champ lashes Italian boxer for ‘publicity stunt’ against Imane Khelif
Skye Nicolson, who fought for Australia at the Tokyo Olympics before turning professional, urged people to “be a lion, not a sheep” and consider the facts before joining the global pile-on.
Webster in Paris
Paris 2024
‘It don’t stop till the casket drop’: How Snoop Dogg became the unlikely face of the Olympics
Forget gold medals. The most sought-after item in Paris is a pin of the Long Beach rapper blowing Olympic smoke rings. How did this happen?
Opinion
Paris 2024
Why Australia’s big hitters are struggling to make an impact on Games
A tearful Tina Rahimi was left speechless by her loss to Poland’s Julia Szeremeta. There are now just two of Australia’s contingent of 12 boxers still in contention.
Roy Masters
Sports Columnist
Live
Paris 2024
Paris Olympics 2024 LIVE updates: Day 8 – Tara Rigney chasing gold in rowing; Ebden and Peers go for gold in men’s tennis doubles
The action continues in France with Australia chasing medals in rowing, tennis, cycling, and of course, swimming. Follow every big moment on our live blog.
Analysis
Sydney Swans
What is going wrong with the Swans? It’s tough at the top
The Swans boasted 13 wins and one loss after round 15; they have now lost four out of their five games.
Three years after Tokyo heartbreak, BMX racing star clinches gold
Saya Sakakibara thought she’d never compete again after a shocking crash in Tokyo left her unconscious. But she had unfinished business.
‘Des doesn’t stop’: Mellow Hasler can still rip a door off its hinges when he needs to
Slowly but surely, veteran coach Des Hasler is giving the Gold Coast Titans reason to believe.
Have Your Say
Running (sevens) rugby takes centre stage amid best the world can offer
Australia didn’t succeed, but the men’s and women’s tournament in Paris were both outstanding.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
