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Notebooks at the ready as the Aussie cooking legend spills the beans on her eating out, and eating in, go-tos. ​Notebooks at the ready as the Aussie cooking legend spills the beans on her eating out, and eating in, go-tos.    Advertisement Tips & adviceThe dish Notebooks at the ready as the Aussie cooking legend spills the beans on her eating out and eating in go-tos – at home and abroad. Jane Rocca February 6, 2025 , register or subscribe to save recipes for later. You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Remove items from your saved list to…

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The U.S. Open became the first major to publish a direct pathway for LIV Golf players, announcing a new exemption category Wednesday that awards one spot to the leading player from among the top three at LIV’s halfway point this year. The next exemption category will include one spot this year from the May 19 standings in LIV. Starting with the 2026 U.S. Open, the USGA will take the leading player in the final 2025 individual standings, along with the leading player from the May 18, 2026, list. In each case, the exemption goes to the leading player not already…

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A police news release says only that an “officer-involved shooting occurred,” but not what prompted it or whether the decedent was armed.    RICHMOND — At least one Richmond police officer shot and killed someone during a warrant service Tuesday night, but so far the department won’t say why, or even if the decedent was armed. The police shooting occurred a little before 9 p.m. on Tuesday on the 2700 block of Maine Avenue in south Richmond. A Richmond police news release says officers showed up around 8:15 p.m. and were attempting to arrest a person on suspicion of violating their…

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It’s fascinating to see how people live on one of the most remote parts of the country, and to taste its rich – and notorious – history. ​It’s fascinating to see how people live on one of the most remote parts of the country, and to taste its rich – and notorious – history.    Inspiration Norfolk Island By Sue Williams February 6, 2025 — 4.00am , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Advertisement Today, we know Norfolk Island as a heavenly…

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Bay Area boys soccer: Mountain View, Westmont slide up, Berkeley enters the rankings    Mountain View goalkeeper Parker Lunn (1) is fouled by Palo Alto’s Taishi Liu (3) after Lunn tried to keep the ball in the second half of a boy’s soccer game at Palo Alto High School in Palo Alto, Calif., on Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025. Mountain View won 4-0. (Ray Chavez/Bay Area News Group) Bay Area News Group boys soccer Top 10 (Mercury News & East Bay Times) No. 1 BELLARMINE (13-1-1) Previous ranking: 1 Since last ranking: Beat Sacred Heart Cathedral 3-0, St. Francis 5-2 Up next:…

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The queues are horrendous but everyone is in a good mood, helped by the fact that they can still see their loved ones. ​The queues are horrendous but everyone is in a good mood, helped by the fact that they can still see their loved ones.    ★★★ Inspiration Airport reviews By Belinda Jackson February 6, 2025 — 4.00am , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Advertisement The airport: Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), Ho Chin Minh City The flight VietJet…

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As many as 20 people were displaced after an apartment building caught fire in the northwest suburbs Tuesday evening, according to the Long Grove Fire Protection District. The blaze broke out at about 6:49 p.m. in a six unit apartment building in the 2300 block of West Nichols Road in unincorporated Cook County, near Arlington Heights, the fire department said in a news release. The first crews arrived just before 7 p.m., and saw flames coming from the second and third floors of the building.  It took about 40 minutes to get the fire under control with help from more…

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Plus, Sir co-founder Sophie Coote tells the revealing trend from the runways and red carpet she is loving. ​Plus, Sir co-founder Sophie Coote tells the revealing trend from the runways and red carpet she is loving.    Lifestyle Fashion Sunday Life By Georgie Gordon February 6, 2025 — 4.00am , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Advertisement Each week, we quiz a prominent person about their style and the inspiration behind it. Ahead, fashion designer Sophie Coote. Sophie Coote mixes masculine and…

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A committed couch potato digs into the stats on her stasis – and finally finds her fitness groove. ​A committed couch potato digs into the stats on her stasis – and finally finds her fitness groove.    , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. New year, new me. Here we are in 2025: a fresh start, a blank page, a clean canvas on which to paint the glorious colours of a fabulous new life. Although, to be honest, I’m looking for my…

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Temu and Shein will be liable for the sale of unsafe and dangerous products on their platforms, the European Commission said.Temu and Shein will be liable for the sale of unsafe and dangerous products on their platforms, the European Commission said.    Dado Ruvic | Reuters Chinese online marketplace Temu and fast-fashion retailer Shein will be liable for the sale of unsafe and dangerous products on their platforms, the European Commission said on Wednesday, as part of a crackdown against a flood of cheap e-commerce imports into the European Union. The EU executive also said it would coordinate a joint investigation…

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CEO of Sydney’s Wayside Chapel Jon Owen and his pastor wife, Lisa, help some of society’s most disadvantaged while also facing their own family issues. ​CEO of Sydney’s Wayside Chapel Jon Owen and his pastor wife, Lisa, help some of society’s most disadvantaged while also facing their own family issues.    Two of Us National Good Weekend By Tim Elliott February 6, 2025 — 4.00am , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Advertisement Jon Owen, 48, the CEO of Sydney’s Wayside Chapel,…

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SportsLine NFL expert R.J. White, on a 30-17 roll on NFL props, has revealed his Sunday King of the End Zone picks for Super Bowl 59 between Kansas City and Philadelphia ​SportsLine NFL expert R.J. White, on a 30-17 roll on NFL props, has revealed his Sunday King of the End Zone picks for Super Bowl 59 between Kansas City and Philadelphia    USATSI The 2025 Super Bowl has arrived, with the Kansas City Chiefs facing the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday in New Orleans. Kansas City is vying for its third straight championship, while the Eagles are hoping to get revenge…

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Uber’s mobility segment reported $6.91 billion in revenue, up 25% from a year earlier. StreetAccount analysts were expecting $6.77 billion.Uber’s mobility segment reported $6.91 billion in revenue, up 25% from a year earlier. StreetAccount analysts were expecting $6.77 billion.    In this article UBER Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Uber shares fell around 7% Wednesday after the ride-sharing company reported fourth-quarter results that beat analysts’ expectations for revenue but missed on EPS and offered soft guidance. Here’s how the company did: Earnings per share: 23 cents adjusted vs. 50 cents expected by LSEG. Revenue: $11.96 billion vs. $11.77 billion expected by LSEG.…

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The S&P 500 is only 1.5% below an intraday record high of 6,128.18 set on Jan. 24.The S&P 500 is only 1.5% below an intraday record high of 6,128.18 set on Jan. 24.   Don’t be fooled. The S & P 500 is only 1.5% below an intraday record high of 6,128.18 set on Jan. 24. This comes even after the emergence of DeepSeek sparked a sell-off in many artificial intelligence stocks, and despite the latest back-and-forth in trade relations between the U.S. and key trade partners Mexico, Canada and China. The White House over the weekend unveiled a 25% tariff on…

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When it comes to investment properties, I see many clients opt for interest-only loans. However, they’re often a false economy. ​When it comes to investment properties, I see many clients opt for interest-only loans. However, they’re often a false economy.    Analysis Money Borrowing Interest rates By Julia Hartman February 6, 2025 — 4.01am , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Advertisement When it comes to investment properties, I see many clients opt for interest-only loans, with the perception it’s a cheaper…

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Google’s parent company and other tech stocks are weighing on a mixed Wall Street as the focus swings back toward how much profit businesses are making. ​Google’s parent company and other tech stocks are weighing on a mixed Wall Street as the focus swings back toward how much profit businesses are making.    Business Markets World markets By Stan Choe February 6, 2025 — 4.13am , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Advertisement Google’s parent company and other tech stocks are weighing…

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Here’s how present events are mirroring a key point in U.S. history that led to a trade war and exacerbated the Great Depression, according to economists.Here’s how present events are mirroring a key point in U.S. history that led to a trade war and exacerbated the Great Depression, according to economists.    QINGDAO, CHINA – NOVEMBER 8, 2023 – Container ships frequently enter and exit the Qianwan Container Terminal of Qingdao Port in Qingdao, Shandong Province, China, Nov 8, 2023. (Photo by Costfoto/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Nurphoto | Nurphoto | Getty Images A trade war is brewing — and, if history…

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Here’s everything you need to know about the NFL for Feb. 5 ​Here’s everything you need to know about the NFL for Feb. 5    Getty Images We’ve officially made it to Wednesday, folks! You know what that means? We’re not only at the halfway point of the work week, but we’re one step closer to Super Bowl LIX kicking off from New Orleans. With a game like this on the horizon, time does seem to move a bit slower than usual, but we’re chugging along. To help us pass the time, let’s comb through all the latest happenings in the…

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Some retailers are looking to pass on the cost of tariffs to their suppliers, but are also considering increasing prices to avoid lower profits.Some retailers are looking to pass on the cost of tariffs to their suppliers, but are also considering increasing prices to avoid lower profits.    In this article MAT Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT The new and old versions of the classic Barbie dolls are on display at Mattel Design Center in El Segundo, California, U.S., February 22, 2024.  Mario Anzuoni | Reuters Mattel could soon raise the prices of toys like Barbie and Hot Wheels in…

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Trump said Tuesday night the U.S. “will take over Gaza” and send in troops “if necessary.”Trump said Tuesday night the U.S. “will take over Gaza” and send in troops “if necessary.”    Reporters vie to question U.S. President Donald Trump during a joint news conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the East Room of the White House on Feb. 04, 2025. Chip Somodevilla | Getty Images News | Getty Images Criticism and concern spread across both sides of the aisle Tuesday night after President Donald Trump announced that the United States “will take over the Gaza Strip.” Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C.,…

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