ArtsBrit artist Banksy finally unmaskedThe globally famous graffiti artist Banksy has been identified after allegedly taking one of Britain’s most common names to try to remain hidden from the art world after making millions by stealth
VIDEOSportTeenager wins Chinese Grand PrixAn Italian teen became Formula One’s second youngest winner after the Chinese Grand Prix as Aussie driver Oscar Piastri’s 2026 world championship hopes went up in smoke with second DNS
VIDEOExplainersWhat caused big highway closure?Imagine your main road link closing overnight, which is what has just happened to one major highway connecting an Australian capital to an entire region – how did it happen and what’s next?
Society and CultureTeacher learns secret of happinessIt was one of the greatest disasters of the 21st century that led this former teacher from Australia to discover that helping others is all that matters in life – and that happiness will always follow
Society and CultureNationals’ leadership rodeo rideThe National Party has chosen Matt Canavan but cartoonist Mark Knight imagines the new leader as next to saddle up against One Nation’s bucking bronco and its threat to Coalition support
AnimalsParalympic pets set gold standardAussies are usually pretty popular around the athletes’ village, but these members of the squad are more sought after than most at Milano Cortina – meet the pooches supporting our Paralympians
SportFynn sets sail for Olympic dreamAn Aussie teenager has become the first Territorian to ever make the national sailing youth squad, despite having no coaches, clubs or competitions in his local area. Find out how he did it
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ExplainersMiddle East: What is happening?The Middle East descended into chaos as Iran retaliated against US and Israeli strikes by targeting neighbours with American bases. Here’s what the fight means for the region and the world
EXPLAINERSpaceEarth’s problem with space junkMore than one million pieces of space junk are thought to be orbiting around Earth, and while they put on a dazzling light show upon re-entry, they pose a major problem for the future
EXPLAINERHealthAre your eyes sun-safe right now?Most Australians know the signs of sunburn but did you know there’s one vital part of our bodies that people of all ages often overlook? Here’s how to mind your eyes and why we all should
OPINIONSociety and CultureLet’s make a start to stop bullyingBullying is extremely harmful but being the meanie can’t be much fun either. Experts suggest that empathy and understanding what makes bullies tick is key to changing their behaviour – here’s how
First Nations NewsGreat Book Swap takes fresh flightWith the help of a preening pair of red-tailed black cockatoos, Australia’s Children’s Laureate has launched the 2026 Great Book Swap at Taronga Zoo – here’s how your school can get swapping
VIDEOEnvironmentSea urchins inspire oil spill minibotPods of robotic dolphins could be the environmental clean-up crew of the future as Aussie engineers test a minibot prototype that can hoover oil spills from water. Here’s how it works
VIDEOAnimalsStowaway quoll takes 2400km tripA juvenile northern quoll survived an interstate Christmas road trip after accidentally hitching a ride hidden with the luggage. Find out how he survived and how he was returned to the wild
UPDATEDAnimalsPunch makes new macaque palThere has been a sweet update on Punch, the Japanese baby macaque that went viral after his mum abandoned him and he bonded with a stuffed monkey toy. Watch the adorable video
SportIranian footballers’ brave escapeUnder threat of war and potential persecution, five Iranian female footballers have been granted visas after making a courageous escape from Iranian officials while in Australia for the Asian Cup
SportAustralia wins Paralympics silverAustralia has its first medal of the 2026 Winter Paralympics after flag-bearer and veteran snowboarder Ben Tudhope beat a dislocated shoulder to win silver on Day 2 at Milano Cortina
VIDEOSportPiastri’s tragedy on the trackAustralian F1 fans were as gutted as local favourite Oscar Piastri after he crashed out of his home Grand Prix in Melbourne before the race even began, the McLaren driver unharmed and humble
ExplainersTrump tees off to topple TehranThe US and Israel-led war in the Middle East gets a golf course treatment as cartoonist Mark Knight transforms Trump’s military strikes on Iran into a memorable Mar-a-Lago resort metaphor
Society and CultureHidden homes under the highwayAbout 100 homeless families are living beneath a major highway in the Philippines. But while rats are rife and the air stinks of sewer water, the inhabitants aren’t complaining. Here’s why
MoneyWhy petrol prices are soaringWhy has a war more than 10,000kms away got Aussie parents peaking at the pump? It all has to do with a pass of water called The Strait of Hormuz. But will other things go up in price too?
VIDEOSportMatildas beat Iran but trail in goalsPlayers kept politics off the pitch once the Asian Cup Group A Australia versus Iran game got underway. The Tillies claimed a convincing win but must deliver to finish in the draw’s top spot
SportCelebrating our female championsAs we approach International Women’s Day on March 8, some extraordinary athletes are gearing up to represent Australia on the winter world stage. Meet our female Paralympic heroes
