Australia’s immigration backlash goes mainstream – and Hanson reaps the rewards
A landmark national survey reveals record opposition to migration and rising prejudice against Muslims and Jews, propelled by the populist right.
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US midterm results 2026 LIVE updates: Trump commits to work with Democrats as ‘blue tsunami’ destroys Republican majority in House, Senate; Kansas goes blue for first time in almost a century
Follow our live coverage of all the fallout from the “blue tsunami” US midterm election result.
One in three babies with suspected peanut allergies cleared of the condition in landmark study
A world-first Australian study has upended a decades-long approach to diagnosing and managing peanut allergies, allowing many babies to be cleared of the condition.
Best of cartoons, November 5, 2026
The news of the day as interpreted by our talented artists, illustrators and cartoonists.
Superquiz, Thursday, November 5
Trivia buffs, test your knowledge with today’s interactive superquiz.
Cartoons of the week
The best Herald artworks of the week from across the board.
Nathan Cleary set to re-sign with Panthers after courtesy call to Chiefs
The game’s best player is set to re-sign with Penrith after his management informed the cashed-up PNG Chiefs the star would not be going anywhere.
Mystery missed calls, voicemail alerts leave Telstra customers puzzled
Customers flooded social media sites to report confusion after receiving missed calls from people they said they hadn’t even phoned.
One of WA’s worst paedophiles could be free in weeks
Serial sex offender Dennis McKenna could be free from jail within two weeks.
Two truck drivers killed in fiery crash in Western Australia
Two truck drivers have died in a catastrophic crash on the Great Eastern Highway west of Perth.
How a horse that ‘wobbled all over the place’ could take out the $1 million Oaks
Heading into Thursday’s Oaks at Flemington, leading syndicator Terry Henderson and champion trainer Chris Waller have the second favourite almost by accident.
Canva to slash nearly 1300 jobs in major AI restructure
Australian software giant Canva is the latest tech company hit by the AI boom, letting go of nearly 1300 staff.
Best quizzed as crunch free-agency call looms
Knights gun Bradman Best speaks to 9News as he weighs up whether to re-sign with Newcastle or go elsewhere, with Parramatta coming for him hard.
Hudson Young touches down for PNG Chiefs tour
Canberra and NSW back-rower Hudson Young lands in Port Moresby for a tour of the PNG Chiefs' facilities.
The final hurdle that forced the Demons to hit pause on long-awaited home
Melbourne’s quest for a permanent home base has hit another roadblock, with the Demons pressing pause on their prized Caulfield project.
Two-timers at the airport
While the tabloids get cut down.
Indonesia’s military deploys thousands of troops to Jakarta after generals’ arrest
Authorities are investigating an alleged illegal wiretapping operation targeting the country’s president which has led to the detention of three senior police generals.
US midterm results 2026 as it happened: Democrats sweep House, Senate after flips across the US in historic result; Trump breaks silence as Republicans retain Florida, West Virginia
Follow our live coverage of the US midterm elections, where several critical races could have major consequences for Donald Trump’s presidency.
An even more unpredictable Donald Trump is the world economy’s worst nightmare
The Reserve Bank has plenty of concerns about the Australian economy. The fallout from the US midterms just adds to those worries.
The dark secret Iraqi authorities tried to conceal in Kaz Hamad’s mugshots
In the image, Kaz Hamad appears to have six fingers and is nine feet tall. Now we know why.
Pauline Hanson, the High Court and the judges’ war of words
Judicial tensions have broken into open ground. Senior judges are now attacking each other in public speeches.
Summer’s loudest insect is coming. It could save us from a deadly crisis
Scrutinising the wings of a notorious creature revealed something extraordinary.
Our five favourite luxury homes for sale with a rooftop terrace
With city, water, or park views, rooftop terraces also provide a private space for entertaining and relaxing, especially as the weather warms up.
Trump left stunned following historic midterms landslide
The Democrats have won the House and the Senate by securing historic victories across several Republican strongholds.
‘Cool marble, wooden escalators, pure magic’: Remembering the glory days of DJs
A shopping trip to David Jones was once a rite of passage for Sydneysiders of a certain age and background. Now the landmark department store is facing the financial axe.
‘Disappointing’: Wallaby hits out at Rugby Australia as gloves come off in pay war
Wallaby Tom Robertson criticised Rugby Australia over its handling of the pay dispute, prompting chairman Dan Herbert to accuse RUPA’s leadership team of making demands that threaten the future of Australian rugby.
Academics versus the teachers: Secret report exposes education rift
A performance evaluation of the Australian Education Research Organisation has remained secret for almost a year.
Choice crowns 2026 Shonky Award winners
A number of products have been called out in Choice’s 21st annual Shonky Awards, which name and shame the products and services deemed the worst of the year.
Swans star Tom Papley fails roadside drug test in Sydney
Sydney Swans forward Tom Papley has returned a positive roadside drug test after being pulled over by NSW Police.
Alleged attack on One Nation volunteer not politically motivated, police say
Police say the alleged attack on a One Nation volunteer earlier this week was not politically motivated.
Should you always go to sleep at the same time as your partner?
What happens if a morning bird spends the night with a night owl? Experts have thoughts.
Swans star Tom Papley fails roadside drug test
Tom Papley has failed a roadside drug test after being pulled over by NSW Police. He was also allegedly caught driving on a suspended licence.
Republicans must now separate themselves from a delusional president
Call it a blue wave or a blue tsunami, but the Democratic Party has handed Donald Trump a painful defeat, with Americans comprehensively making their anger felt across the country.
Sanity prevails after voters reject Trump
The blue-wave brigade are riding the flood of victory in these US midterm elections, but it ain’t over until it’s over.
First jabs exchanged in Sydney to Hobart rivalry
Two-time winner Christian Beck relaunched his yacht on Wednesday and took the opportunity to open sparring against his biggest competition.
Adelaide council axes funding for beloved Christmas event
An Adelaide council has sparked fury among residents after pulling funding for a Christmas street celebration.
Treasurer faces mounting pressure after record rate rise
Pressure is mounting on the treasurer to find savings in the budget after the Reserve Bank hiked rates to an 18-year high.
Swans star Tom Papley returns a positive roadside drug test
The gun forward was issued with a court attendance notice for driving with a suspended licence due to non-payment of a parking fine.
Katanning hostel warden who abused dozens of boys to be released from jail
Dennis McKenna sexually abused 29 students at St Andrew’s Hostel in Katanning the 1970s and 80s while he was the warden.
Australia finally has its own songbook – and these are the first 10 tunes
There are some big names among the first 10 songs to be included in Australia’s inaugural National Songbook – and some huge ones that are missing.
‘Nail in the coffin’: Court hears Herald journalist’s call about Alan Jones
The Herald’s chief investigative reporter, Kate McClymont, returned for a second day of evidence in the former 2GB heavyweight’s criminal trial.
Investigation underway after NSW Health hack
A police investigation is underway after a NSW Health site was hacked.
Democrats win Senate and House in midterms bluewash
The Democratic party has dominated the US midterm elections, with several historically red states turning blue for the first time in decades.
David Jones failed to pay rent for Westfield stores, landlord says
Westfield’s parent company says David Jones is in breach of its tenancy agreement after failing to pay rent last month, as the embattled department store giant reportedly nears administration.
Canva announces restructure as 22 per cent of workforce cut
Canva will undergo a huge restructure which will impact 1271 jobs, or 22 per cent of its workforce.
Unaffordability of Sydney homes is a real-time future crisis
House prices not only determine where people live but the number of children in a family.
Commonwealth defends cramping teens’ implied speech rights to curb digital dangers
Barristers defending the teen social media ban from a High Court challenge suggested other ways for under-16s to participate in political debate.
‘Red unions’ push for industrial relations bill to go further
While the changes unveiled by the deputy premier last month have spooked major unions, ‘red unions’ say they don’t go far enough.
Brisbane’s best vegetarian sanger? This glorious thing is a contender
It may be outshone by a chook-based stablemate, but even non-vegos need to get around this brilliant sandwich.
Cult favourite fashion brand goes into administration and could be sold
The Brisbane brand with fans such as Miley Cyrus, Katy Perry and Whoopi Goldberg could be sold, with the administrator seeking potential buyers who can “move quickly.”
Mahervellous: The 2026 Melbourne Cup that was
King Charles III might regret selling Point Of Law after the favourite justified his tag in winning the $10 million Melbourne Cup for trainer Ciaron Maher.
Gold Coast tempting fate with night surfing plan, says shark expert
The plan would see large floodlights set up at Snapper Rocks, so surfers can keep catching waves into the night.
How Labor’s Riverton MLA has snookered himself
Jagadish Krishnan is having a bet both ways when he says he has done “everything appropriately” when declaring gifts, while simultaneously claiming he’s no longer a businessman outside parliament.
‘Burning’ desire driving Samoa ahead of World Cup rematch with Australia
Samoa captain Junior Paulo says he has a “burning” desire to pull off the nation’s greatest win and avenge a crushing World Cup loss to Australia four years ago.
‘Sad and devastated’: Canva cuts hit staff and Australian tech overall
Canva was the start-up every Australian tech entrepreneur wanted to have founded. Its job cuts raise hard questions about what comes next.
Moment CNN projected Democrats win control of US Senate
CNN projected that the Democrats will win control of the US Senate in the 2026 US midterm elections
Democrats sweep to power at midterms in rejection of Trump, Republicans
The party seized control of the House of Representatives and the Senate in a “blue tsunami” as Americans rebelled against an unpopular president and his war in Iran.
All the money said the Republicans and Trump would win. They blew it
Ultimately, an avalanche of Republican money couldn’t pull Trump’s most important demographics out of their homes and into the voting booths.
Hudson Young touches down in PNG for Chiefs talks
After several false starts, Hudson Young has finally arrived in PNG in a bid to determine whether to sign with the NRL’s newest franchise.
Socceroos set Christmas deadline for Popovic decision as rival coaches circle
Football Australia’s deputy CEO Heather Garriock wants to re-sign Tony Popovic on another short-term contract – but other coaches are “knocking at the door”, she said.
It’s minutes to midnight: David Jones has run out of survival options
The biggest Black Friday sale this year could be David Jones itself after the department store operator’s last hope for a rescue deal collapsed.
In Beijing, Mbappé’s face still spruiks drinks amid broadcast blackout
The Real Madrid star has been effectively cancelled in China over his remarks about Mao Zedong. But Mbappé-promoted sports drinks were still being sold this week by Chinese vendors oblivious to the scandal.
‘Cannon fodder’: Arson squad boss reveals firebombing toll on young offenders
After an arson attack on a Springvale factory, police say they are sick of urging youth not to accept jobs from crime bosses who consider them “expendable”.
Judge blasts 'slow' colleagues
Justice Ian Jackman of the Federal Court made headlines with a blistering speech.
R&B star Ashanti still has big goals: ‘I want to make everyone on my team at least five million dollars’
The human hook machine, famed for ’00s hits like Always On Time and What’s Luv?, is touring Australia this month.
Santa's second chance
Santa was seized following a high profile raid on a puppy farm in Canning Vale last Christmas. Now, he's living a life he once could have only dreamed of thanks to a Perth foster carer.
White House: ‘Trump was not on the ballot’
CNN’s Kaitlan Collins reads out a text from a White House official distancing Trump from today’s results.
McLaren eyes big WA titanium resource boost after final assays
McLaren Minerals is set for a resource boost at its WA titanium project after final drilling assays delivered strong heavy mineral grades, including 21m at 6.35 per cent HM.
Pizza parties, burlesque and $50 lobster: What’s cooking in Melbourne this month
A hatted restaurant is doing lobster frites for just $50 and A1 Bakery puts a spin on its famous cheese pies. Here’s what’s on around Melbourne this November.
Warning of cancelled, delayed Sydney bus services from industrial action
An escalating dispute over a new pay deal for thousands of drivers comes as the government unveiled an extra 3000 weekly bus services.
Old faces, new ideas: Cheika’s plan to revive the Waratahs
Michael Cheika has reunited with familiar faces from the Waratahs’ 2014 title-winning side, but insists a new approach is needed to revive the struggling Super Rugby team.
It took 166 years for a trainer to nail the Cup trifecta. And Ciaron Maher’s not stopping there
Point of Law was in good shape after his phenomenal Melbourne Cup win, achieved at just his sixth start. What’s next for the fast-finishing three-year-old is yet to be decided.
Orbit caps off NSW polymetallic drilling with thick sulphide hit
Orbit Resources has hit a 28.1m zone of visual sulphides to cap off stage 2 drilling at its Lewis Ponds project in NSW, with assays now pending for the program.
Gallen rips Asofa-Solomona over wife comment
NRL legend Paul Gallen rips into Nelson Asofa-Solomona for mentioning his wife ahead of their Sydney fight.
Official trailer of Making Marie Antoinette
A family affair. Sofia Coppola, as seen by her mother
‘Savage’ attack on One Nation volunteer ‘not politically motivated’, police say
A source with knowledge, but not authorised to speak publicly, said Victoria Police was treating the incident as an alcohol-fuelled, random attack.
Organist accused of sexually assaulting child
Alan Caradus allegedly raped a boy in a Sydney park
Truck drivers killed in horrific head-on collision east of Perth
Firefighters and paramedics rushed to the scene after receiving a triple-zero call from a motorist.
From Adolescence to a serial killer: How Stephen Graham transformed for his new role
How did Stephen Graham prepare for his role in Nocturne? A true-crime binge with his wife.
Abdul El-Sayed’s heated moment with Sky reporter
Michigan’s Democratic candidate for the US Senate, Abdul El-Sayed clashed with Sky News’ US correspondent.
Paramedics forced to wait outside with patients as leaked memo exposes hospital strain
One union described the leaked directive as pitting hospital workers and ambulance officers against each other in a “Hunger Games fight for beds”.
Former defence chief urges rethink of Australia’s relationship with China
Chris Barrie warned Australia must not blindly follow the US, as he joined ex-Labor minister Peter Garrett to launch a report demanding the AUKUS submarine pact be scrapped.
Votes pour in in US midterms
Votes are being counted in the US midterm elections, with Democrats looking like they are having a good night.
Drummer Boy trailer
Australian musician brothers Joel and Ben Smallbone star and direct this musical about forgiveness and healing set in the context of the American Revolutionary War.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese pledges to do more on savings
At a press conference on the sidelines of the CHOGM summit in Antigua, Albanese says the Coalition should not object to proposals that save money.
Dateline, US Govt fight to unlock billion-dollar gold-REE mine
Dateline Resources and the US Government have appealed a work ban at its Colosseum gold-REE project, arguing its 1985 mining plan at the billion-dollar prospect remains valid.
Solar roofs at train stations could solve EV charging woes. Here’s where they should be
Electric cars sitting at a park ‘n’ ride commuter car park could be charged by the sun all day. But it’s not as simple as putting up a few solar panels.
On knife’s edge: David Jones could appoint administrators by Thursday
The 188-year-old retailer is facing imminent collapse after crucial negotiations with its landlords failed.
We’ve seen peak Trump, but the next two years will be a rocky ride
If a “blue wave” were to materialise in the elections, Trump would lose control of much of his domestic agenda. Expect him to double down.
The Booker Prize is anyone’s game. Here’s where I’d put my money
The frontrunners, the dark horses and our pick for the prize.
AFL draft 2026
Read The Age’s collected coverage ahead of this year’s national draft, including profiles, rankings and insights into what how the best juniors reach the elite.
The most expensive Senate battles these midterms
The US has been inundated with political advertising funded by Elon Musk, ordinary people, and cashed-up Political Action Committees, some of which do not disclose their donors.
World in pictures, November 4, 2026
The best photos from the international wire agencies as chosen by The Age picture editors.
From Marrickville to Bankstown: Good Food’s guide to eating along the new Metro line
This collection of 30 food stops on the south-west line reveals where to disembark for old-school pizzerias, baking institutions and Chinese brekkie.
I’m sickened by the attacks on the young woman pilot killed in Florida. She never gave up
When I first obtained my commercial pilot’s licence I felt ready to take on the world, only to be told that the travelling public did not want a woman in the left-hand seat.
Blow for gig economy as Uber loses $81m High Court battle
The rideshare giant lost its appeal in a landmark legal case - a blow likely to have a broader impact on the gig economy.
The accidental star: How John Waters turned a cheeky bluff into a 50-year career
The veteran actor went from 10-pound Pom to Play School icon. He reflects on fatherhood, reuniting with Sigrid Thornton and why he loves it when his work schedule is relentless.
Alan Jones trial as it happened: SMH journalist Kate McClymont returns to witness box in former 2GB broadcaster’s alleged indecent assault, sexual touching trial
The Herald’s chief investigative reporter will give evidence on Wednesday about her interviews with men who later became complainants in Jones’ criminal trial.
Power, speed, creativity and a penetrating kick: This young gun has the lot, and now he’s healthy
Gus Teixeira spent most of his draft year feeling fatigued. He still ended it with All-Australian honours and as one of the top AFL draft prospects.
Trump complains about Fox co-anchor
The president texted Fox’s Greg Gutfeld with a disparaging message about co-anchor Jessica Tarlov, which was read on-air. (Fox News)