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US President Joe Biden and First Lady Dr Jill Biden hosted the lighting of the National Christmas Tree in Washington’s President’s Park on Wednesday night, November 30. Footage released by the White House shows the Bidens count down to the tree’s lighting with ceremony attendees. “For 100 years, Americans have gathered at the White House to celebrate the holiday season with the lighting of the National Christmas Tree,” the president said in an addresss after the tree had been lit. “Through seasons [of] struggle and strife, progress and prosperity, for a century and counting, we’ve come together in a spirit of unity and joy, hope and light — and so we do today, with an eternal spirit of our nation as well.” Credit: The White House via Storyful Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

An investigation is underway after a vehicle crashed into a Houston post office killing one person inside. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

The strong offer proved enough to take the big four-bedroom house off the market for close to $1.2m last week.The home on a 630sq m block at 10 Mackie St, Hamlyn Heights, sold for an undisclosed price that was near the top of the asking range of $1.1m to $1.2m.Is the Great Australian Dream dead?RELATED: The surprising buyer group best places to survive interest rate crisis1980s Belmont home scores top-dollar sale price at auctionGeelong home prices to double by 2030 amid Commonwealth Games boostWhitford, Newtown agent John Moran said despite strong interest during the campaign, the offer appeared too good for the vendors to refuse.He said a local family had bought the house.“They were just looking for something a bit bigger and the pool was an attraction,” Mr Moran said.“We had three parts what were interested on it.“We had really good numbers through the open for inspections, but one group just made an offer that was too good to refuse.”The house, which record show was previously ...

Arlington police want to speak to 44-year-old Jose Luis Moreno Castaneda after he was the last person seen with his girlfriend who was later found murdered. Investigators call him a person of interest. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

Christine McVie of Fleetwood Mac , Dead at 79. 'The Guardian' reports that McVie's family announced her death on Facebook on Nov. 30. 'The Guardian' reports that McVie's family announced her death on Facebook on Nov. 30. On behalf of Christine McVie’s family, it is with a heavy heart we are informing you of Christine’s death, Christine McVie's family, via Facebook. She passed away peacefully at hospital this morning, Wednesday, November 30th 2022, following a short illness. , Christine McVie's family, via Facebook. ... we would like everyone to keep Christine in their hearts and remember the life of an incredible human being, and revered musician who was loved universally. RIP Christine McVie, Christine McVie's family, via Facebook. Fleetwood Mac issued a statement on social media following news of McVie's death. There are no words to describe our sadness at the passing of Christine McVie. She was truly one-of-a-kind, special and talented beyond ...

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Justice Layne Harvey said today’s hearing at the High Court in Auckland is purely administrative to set the date for an urgent hearing,New Zealand Herald reports.Representing Te Whatu Ora (Health New Zealand), lawyer Paul White flagged the urgency of the case saying medical professionals have said the child with such a condition would have been treated several weeks ago in normal circumstances.The parents’ lawyer, Sue Grey, said the case was unusual and different from other medical guardianship cases where parents are refusing medical care. For this one, she said, the parents want better care than what the state is offering.There was no legal or other reason why Te Whatu Ora is refusing to consider the parents’ proposal as a solution, Ms Grey said.“Because they label my clients as conspiracy theorists, [their position] is that anything my clients say can be ignored,” she told the court.White said Te Whatu Ora’s application to the court is ultimately based on the best interests of the c...

The Kiwi star has enjoyed the best year of his own career in 2022, which included an emotional victory in the Dunhill Links at St Andrews, a teams event where until Warne’s untimely death the pair had formed an incredible bond. Fox has decided to end his year in Melbourne, in bayside Melbourne too, Warne territory, hoping he has enough juice in the tank to challenge for an Australian Open win that would be a fitting tribute to his great mate. As the Test season begins for the first time in nearly 30 years without Warne involved as a player or commentator, Fox conceded his world too was different now knowing those messages for a game, usually in London, would no longer come. But even the thought of those calls from nowhere brought a big smile to Fox’s face as he remembered what a “great man” Warne, who loved telling the story of his hole in one at Augusta, was. “I mean, if you spoke to him enough, he was obsessed with golf. I think he’s a member of more golf clubs than anyone. He probab...

Leader of the House Tony Burke has slammed Scott Morrison’s decision to secretly swear himself into multiple portfolios while in office and moved the government’s censure against the former prime minister. “This is not some small matter. It goes to the absolute core of the principle of responsible government,” Mr Burke told the House on Wednesday. “The core of responsible government was breached with the multiple appointments.” Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

New research has revealed Sydney's housing market is set to bounce back with a price growth by five to nine per cent next year. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

Public officials aren't allowed to take bribes. Neither are public employees. But what about people who are close to public officials, such as lobbyists or family members? The Supreme Court considered that question on Monday. FOX 5's Chief Legal Correspondent Katie Barlow breaks it down. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has offered a vision of “robust pragmatism” in standing up to global competitors like China as he signalled an “evolutionary leap” in British foreign policy. In his first major foreign policy speech, Mr Sunak indicated to international dignitaries and business leaders on Monday that he would set a fresh direction for the UK’s place in the world after the premierships of Boris Johnson and Liz Truss. They were seen as taking more combative approaches with allies such as French president Emmanuel Macron, but in his speech Mr Sunak balanced his thinking on China and Russia with a promise of better relations with Europe amid the ongoing war in Ukraine. In the speech at the annual Lord Mayor’s Banquet in London’s Guildhall, Mr Sunak reiterated Government criticism of the arrest of a BBC journalist covering Covid protests in China. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

Firefighters in Brevard County are working a fire at a fireworks store. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

Nationals Senator Matt Canavan says Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has time and time again shown himself to be a “poor man’s Joe Biden”. Mr Canavan’s remarks come as former prime minister Scott Morrison is facing a censure motion over his decision to secretly swear himself into five portfolios while in government. He told Sky News Australia the censure motion against Mr Morrison is the "unfortunate Americanisation of our politics". “It’s out of whack and out of step. “Everybody has concluded that what Scott did was not right, everybody supports the recommendations that have come out of this inquiry.” Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

The Portugal star was in the thick of the action on day nine of the World Cup as he helped his country secure a place in the knockout stage.Earlier, Cameroon played out a six-goal thriller with Serbia before Ghana stunned South Korea in a match that delivered five more shots into the back of the net.It wasn’t as high-scoring in Brazil’s clash with Switzerland, but the South Americans booked progression to the knockout stage with a 1-0 victory.Check out the World Cup Group Stage standings here.7.55am — Ronaldo slammed over ‘desperate’ actCristiano Ronaldo has been accused of attempting to claim a goal that wasn’t his in Portugal’s 2-0 win against Urugay.Portugal fans erupted when their team found the back of the net to open the scoring in the 54th minute.Bruno Fernandes looked to run down the left before cutting back in and curling a great cross to the edge of the six-yard box.Ronaldo rose to meet it and tried to get the faintest of touches on the ball with his head.He celebrated as the...

Family members of slain teenager Harrison “Harry” Payne packed Brisbane District Court as Lynden Joshua Roby learnt his fate for causing the 18-year-old’s untimely death while driving on a beach north of Brisbane last year.In a disturbing twist, Crown prosecutor Mark McCarthy told the court that Roby, 20, had racked up multiple traffic offences after Mr Payne’s life was taken.These included speeding through school zones, driving unlicensed, crossing red lights and fitting his car with unroadworthy tyres.Mr McCarthy said Roby was found performing doughnuts in a new building estate five months after Mr Payne’s death.“His post offence conduct does not speak of an individual who has insight to the serious offending behaviour he engaged in,” Mr McCarthy said.He said Roby was a “continuing danger to the community” while driving.Mr Payne’s family members and supporters – donning black shirts adorned with The Harrison Payne Initiative logos – spilt over two courtrooms during the sentencing pro...

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Sky News Business Editor Ross Greenwood says retailers are reporting they saw “record sales” during Black Friday. Mr Greenwood said if people continue to spend in this way, it’s going to "create even more inflation". “We already had these massive interest rate rises plus increases in energy prices as well, which is all determined by the Reserve Bank to try and curb people’s spending," he said. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

According to a police statement to NFL Network, the flight crew was worried about Beckham because “as they tried to wake him to fasten his seat belt, he appeared to be coming in and out of consciousness,” and officers were sent to respond to a “medical emergency” on the American Airlines flight bound for Los Angeles.Police were called because the crew was concerned Beckham “was seriously ill” and that his condition might worsen during the flight, according to the statement.Beckham “refused” to get off the plane when asked by the flight crew, and all passengers were forced to deplane. Beckham then complied with officers’ request to exit the plane “without incident,” per police.Beckham, 30, wasn’t detained or cited after the incident, NFL Network reported.In a Twitter thread, a person who said they were on the plane with Beckham wrote the plane was taxiing down the runway but returned to the gate due to a problem. Police entered the plane and after 20 minutes, an announcement was made th...

Right now, popular retailers are slashing prices across Nintendo’s range, making it easy to pick up consoles, games and accessories at bargain prices. RELATED: Cyber Monday tech deals not to missRELATED: Cyber Monday 2022: Best TV salesTo help you quickly find the best deals, we’ve rounded up all the best deals we could find below.Be mindful that most Cyber Monday offers will end at midnight tonight, so you’ll need to be quick to make the most of the sales.QUICK LINKSBest Cyber Monday 2022 Nintendo Switch console dealsBest Cyber Monday 2022 Nintendo Switch game dealsBest Cyber Monday 2022 Nintendo Switch accessory dealsWhere to find the best Black Friday/Cyber Monday Nintendo Switch dealsWhat’s the difference between the original Switch and the OLED Model?BEST CYBER MONDAY 2022 NINTENDO SWITCH CONSOLE DEALSAs items move quickly during the shopping event, please note: prices are correct and products are in stock at time of publishing.Amazon Australia$90.95 off Nintendo Switch Console [N...

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The Institute of Public Affairs’ Bella d’Abrera says history is now “dead” as a discipline, having been "replaced" by postmodernist theory. "So gender theory, critical race theory, queer theory, whatever theory you can imagine has replaced the study of the past," she told Sky News Australia. "My fear is that we're losing the knowledge of the past." Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

Football: With the Socceroos desperately holding on to the slenderest of leads, Harry Soutar came to Australia's rescue when his desperation tackle stopped a dangerous attack from Tunisia Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

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Sky News Political Editor Andrew Clennell says the Labor Party in Australia is in “ascendency,” after Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews led Labor to a majority in the state election. “There was a primary vote swing against him but at the end of the day it looks pretty status quo,” Mr Clennell said. “Overnight some of the results have gone even further his way.” Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

Not all pairs have been created equal though, which is why picking up a decent model is a solid investment. Luckily, the Black Friday and Cyber Weekend sales are already underway, giving you a chance to snap up your favourite pair at a discounted price. RELATED: Massive list of Black Friday discounts and deals RELATED: Black Friday 2022: Top offers on Apple techJust a few of the top offers you can shop now include $230 off Bose’s Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 and $156 off Sony’s popular WH-1000XM5 Noise Cancelling Headphones.We’ve also rounded up plenty more top offers for you to check out below and will be updating this page regularly as more deals arrive.QUICK LINKSWhen is Black Friday 2022?Best Black Friday 2022 headphone and gaming headset dealsWhere to find the best Black Friday headphones dealsOther deals to expect this Black FridayWHEN IS BLACK FRIDAY 2022?The Black Friday sales started on November 25 this year. They are then followed by the Cyber Weekend, which sees even more...

Sky News Melbourne Reporter Georgia Simpson says the Greens are “fighting hard” to win the seat of Richmond off Labor. She said younger voters are “moving away from the major parties” over issues such as climate change and cost of living. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

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Founded by engineer James Dyson, the brand is famous for inventing the Dual Cyclone bagless vacuum cleaner but in recent years has created numerous other appliances that have made their way onto our most-wanted lists.No, Dyson products aren’t cheap by anyone’s standards but Black Friday and Cyber Weekend sees plenty of the brand’s best selling items marked down steeply.Keen to score yourself a Dyson cordless vacuum cleaner or state-of-the-art fan at a huge discount? Here’s all the best deals from 2022’s Black Friday sales. Our pick? Right now Dyson has knocked $150 off their Airwrap as part of their best price guarantee, meaning you can pick up one of the must have hair stylers for just $749 (down from $899).There’s also huge deals on Dyson at THE ICONIC. Right now you can save $150 on an Airwrap and get it for $749, or buy the Supersonic Hairdryer for $479 (down from $599).Dyson has also knocked $150 off their Airwrap as part of their best price guarantee, meaning you can pick up one ...

A lot has been made about the metaverse and its potential, but in many ways it has failed so far to live up to its hype. At the WSJ’s Tech Live conference, Phil Libin, co-founder and CEO of startups All Turtles and Mmhmm, and Herman Narula, CEO of Improbable Worlds, sat down with host Zoe Thomas to debate the prospects and letdowns of the metaverse. Photo: Bing Guan/Bloomberg Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

Blume, who uses they/them pronouns, revealed on Andrew Bucklow’sI’ve Got News For You podcast that they are intersex, which is when someone is born without meeting the criteria of being either biologically male or female.Typically, the intersex person will have things such as chromosomes, hormones or sex organs of both genders like Blume.Only 1.9 per cent of the world’s population are intersex.‘I’m intersex. This is what it’s like’“I was born with something called androgen insensitivity syndrome,” she told the podcast. “Basically, I was an XY chromosome and I was all set on track to be a boy but because my body doesn’t respond to androgens, I had to basically stay as that little default baby that we all start off as. “So basically, I came out looking exactly like a typical female. And then once I got to the age I should have been going through puberty, I found out that I had no female reproductive system. “I actually had balls inside of me, believe it or not.”Blume revealed at 16, they...

The four-time Group 1-winning jockey will ride the only unbeaten horse in the Winterbottom, three-year-old filly My Bella Mae who won the Listed Placid Ark Stakes in fabulous style at her last start.Stepping up to Group 1 grade to take on all-comers is a monumental leap but bookmakers are keeping the Dion Luciani-trained filly safe enough at $14 in Winterbottom betting.SPECIAL OFFER: UNLOCK EVERYTHING ON RACENET FOR JUST $1Connections of My Bella Mae paid a $33,000 late entry fee to run her in the weight-for-age Perth sprint and Parnham will get his weight down to 51.5kg to ride the filly.Parnham, who normally sweats to ride 54kg, was preparing to strip the kilograms to ride Bustler at 52kg in the Northerly Stakes seven days later so he was on the weight loss trail anyway.But the jockey who has won four Group 1 Kingston Town Classics (now Northerly Stakes) doesn’t want to leave any stone unturned in his bid for his first Winterbottom.But he admits he isn’t quite sure what to expect fro...

Jonathan Cowle, principal – national design at Rothelowman said the development of 50 apartments and three townhouses around the landmark 1848 house, St Helens, poses the question, was is it possible for a new contemporary project to connect to the past, to be of its place and really revive the dignity, design excellence and classical form of the past?On first glance, Stella Maris answers yes.Apartments with ultimate amenitiesRELATED: Buddy Franklin splashes $9m on Gold Coast mansionCotton On boss lists luxe renovated houseSix buyers chase young builder’s reno of rundown Belmont home“It was imperative for us to find a way to help define the site and organise the precinct, the gardens and the estate to really celebrate the idea of classical living,” Mr Cowle said.Four buildings pinwheel around the original home (to be restored and reimagined as a stand-alone residence), creating Nautica House and The Arbory at the front, with Park Row at the top of Bay St and The Acreage along the rear....

We can talk about the garden heights another time, when my spider phobia is under control. So yes, there are times when we have to reach ever higher, we just have to think before we stretch our luck.MY CORNER PAINTING WORK AT CEILING HEIGHT IS ALWAYS WOBBLY Painting high up is where you most often see people trying to ‘make do’ with whatever they have handy to reach the high spots, using as little effort as possible. It’s a false economy. It really is. The time you take to find a chair to stand on, change your mind, try a garden bench, realise it’s too dirty, go back to the chair but add some books on top, your paint needs remixing. All ad hoc methods lead to being unstable at height, which will make your paint work suck. If it’s a normal ceiling height, it is absolutely worth investing in three step ‘step ladder’ with a steadying hand hold at the top, for not much more than $100 – and you’ll have it for life. High ceilings and stair cases are trickier, but as I always say ‘if a job’s ...

The sales event is bringing some absolutely massive discounts that make upgrading your TV much more affordable than usual. For instance, you can currently score $2,000 off Hisense’s 98” U7HAU 4K QLED Smart TV (2022), $1,700 off Samsung 75” QN95B Neo QLED 4K Smart TV (2022) or $1,504 off Sony’s 65” Bravia XR A95K OLED QD 4K Google TV.RELATED: Top laptop and PC deals for Black Friday 2022RELATED: Black Friday sales: Best tech deals on offerTo help you make the most of the sales, we’re rounding up all these deals and more below. We’ve also listed the best places to shop so you can compare prices on all your favourite models.QUICK LINKSBest Black Friday 2022 TV and soundbar dealsWhere to find the best Black Friday TV dealsWhich TV brand is best?How to shop the Black Friday salesOther deals to expect this Black FridayBEST BLACK FRIDAY 2022 TV AND SOUNDBAR DEALSWe’ll be updating this page regularly throughout Black Friday and the Cyber Weekend, so be sure to bookmark it to stay in the loop. ...

A shooting at a Walmart in Chesapeake, Virginia on Tuesday (November 22) night has resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries, and the shooter is dead. Chesapeake police public information officer Leo Kosinski comments on the investigation in a media briefing. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

Indonesian rescue workers were racing on Tuesday (November 22) to reach people still trapped in rubble a day after an earthquake devastated a West Java town, killing at least 162 people and injuring hundreds, as officials warned the death toll may rise. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

A high-profile lawyer has shared an update about the beloved 78-year-old Sydney activist after he ended up in hospital following his arrest. #dannylim #police #arrest #sydney Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

The Brazilian, who has gone toe-to-toe with Australian Zac Purton for almost a decade, withdrew his Hong Kong Jockey Club licence on Wednesday night.Moreira is currently recuperating in Brazil after undergoing treatment on a left hip injury and has not ridden in Hong Kong since September 21. SPECIAL OFFER: UNLOCK EVERYTHING ON RACENET FOR JUST $1Speaking to the South China Morning Post on Wednesday night, Moreira said he planned to ride a host of Japanese raiders in the Hong Kong International Races next month, before embarking on a global farewell tour to end his riding career.“I appreciate everything Hong Kong has done for me, and I’m not leaving with any bad feelings in mind,” he said. “Overall, Hong Kong has contributed to my life so positively, but I’m dealing with some physical and personal problems. Unfortunately, some changes had to be made and that includes me not being based in Hong Kong any more.”While he originally planned to return from the hip injury, which he has carried...

Traffic in London's exclusive Kensington district was brought to a halt on Saturday (November 19) when hundreds of people joined an anti-government demonstration outside the Iranian embassy. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

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Following closely behind Black Friday, Cyber Monday bookends the Cyber Weekend sales that occur each November and sees retailers and brands discount their products significantly.BEST EARLY CYBER MONDAY 2022 DEALSGiven that Black Friday and Cyber Monday are just days apart, many retailers opt to combine the two events. You’ll notice that many deals are still labelled as Black Friday sales, even when they occur on Cyber Monday.Just as we expected, the Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales have started earlier than expected – these are the top offers you can shop right now.You can jump to a specific category below or keep on scrolling to see them all.Best fashion salesBest home salesBest tech salesBest health and beauty salesBest travel salesBEST BLACK FRIDAY 2022 DEALS: EDITOR’S PICKSAmazon Australia26 per cent off the Apple AirPods Pro – $295 (down from $399)20 per cent off the Apple AirPods (2nd Generation) – $175 (down from $219)Up to 22 per cent off MacBooks$1000 off the ECOVACS Deebot...