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JUNE 2020

Exactly what you can and can't do from today, July 1, depending on your state or territory.
Noticed your hair is falling out? Here's what could be causing it.
"Our values didn't align." Everything we know about The Bachelorette's Angie Kent and Carlin Sterritt's breakup.
Scott Morrison says Aussies are deliberately choosing to stay on JobSeeker. But that's not true.
"It absolutely gutted me." I spent a decade carving out my career, to be let go in a moment.
5 Aussie family road trips that will help communities who need us most.
"His hand started on my lap." After decades of silence, female lawyers are speaking up.
Tati Westbrook, Shane Dawson, Jeffree Star: The YouTube 'reckoning', explained.
10 million cases and 500,000 deaths: The grim reality of COVID-19 around the world.
7 surprising things you can claim this tax time, after working from home for a few months.
"She decimated my character." The behind-the-scenes Big Brother drama, and more in Celeb in 5.
Christina spent 43 years in a cult. When she left, she was hit by a profound loneliness.
How to have a conversation with someone who says the Stolen Generations didn't happen.
89 days left: What happens when JobKeeper ends, explained.
The Australian and international news stories you need to know today, Tuesday June 30.
The conversation we need to have: The uncomfortable truth about Chris Lilley's success.
A difficult childhood and hitting rock bottom: Katy Perry’s tumultuous life in the spotlight.
The Australian and international news stories you need to know today, Monday June 29.
75 new cases and 24-day quarantines: What you need to know about Victoria's second COVID-19 peak.
A documentary, a school boy and a cancellation: The real story behind Jonah from Tonga.
From Carrie Bickmore's speech to Steve Irwin's snake: The 8 most memorable moments from the Logies.
Teagan Kaye was earning just $200 a week. After 24 hours on OnlyFans, she made $2,000.
From Military Wives to original horror movie Relic: Everything coming to Stan this July.
Two paternity lawsuits and an inheritance battle: Inside movie mogul Steve Bing's life.
NOT A DRILL: The new Normal People episode features a cameo from Fleabag's Hot Priest.
Everything we know about Mary Trump, and the tell-all book that could help bring down the president.
500 victims and two decades of abuse: The harrowing true story behind Netflix's Athlete A.
We're experiencing another wave of Me Too. And these are the men we can't look away from.
"WE DID IT!" Winning the FIFA Women’s World Cup bid is a watershed moment for Australian sport.
'My husband abused me. My friend's response just added to the pain.'
The Australian and international news stories you need to know today, Friday June 26.
Everything we know about the Love Is Blind cheating scandal, and more in Celeb in 5.
Everything we know about the risk and the reality of a second wave of COVID-19 in Australia.
In 2001, Winona Ryder was caught shoplifting. Her exile speaks volumes about Hollywood's double standard.
Within hours, 4 Riverdale stars were accused of sexual assault. Then an accuser backflipped.
"I didn't know what was happening." Benesh was 12 when she gave birth for the first time.
"I'm just different. That's all." Elijah McClain went out to buy tea. He never made it home.
Kidnapping, sexual abuse and lies: The dark history of yoga's introduction to the West.
The Australian and international news stories you need to know today, Thursday June 25.
"If we love, we grieve." Nick Cave's son would have turned 20 this week. This is what he's learnt about grief.
A few months of sobriety and a new love interest: Everything we know about Timm Hanly.
"Was there foul play?" The unanswered questions that still surround Brittany Murphy's death.
‘Producers choose who goes home.’ 8 contestants on how reality TV is manipulated.
Oh. The top four Big Brother housemates have been leaked, and more in Celeb in 5.
Narelda Jacobs' grandmother had three children taken away from her. Then she lost five more.
"She didn't put up a fight." The disturbing quotes from real judges during rape trials.
In 2001, Gordon Sloan starred in Big Brother. 6 years later, he died in 'mysterious circumstances'.
"A bone-headed decision." The tennis tournament that spread COVID-19 among some of its biggest stars.
MasterChef fans have picked their villains. It's no coincidence they're all women.
The Australian and international news stories you need to know today, Wednesday June 24.
“I was petrified.” Kelly Rowland last saw her dad when she was 8. After 30 years, they reunited.
11 years ago, Megan Fox called out sexism in Hollywood. Only now people are listening.
"Kids used to pat me on the head." Maria Tran faced racism as a child without even realising it.
“The legal profession’s dirtiest and darkest secret." The allegations against former High Court judge, Dyson Heydon.
"I use the skills every day." 10 women share where their arts degree led them.
Everything we know about the alleged assault charges against Channel 7 presenter Ryan Phelan.
The Australian and international news stories you need to know today, Tuesday June 23.
'Why did I get out?' 20 years later, the Childers Hostel fire still haunts the survivors.
An ode to Melissa Leong, the hero of MasterChef's redemption story.
Desperate Housewives: Where are Felicity Huffman, Eva Longoria, and the other 'wives' now?
The Australian and international news stories you need to know today, Monday June 22.
Over the weekend, Donald Trump's worst nightmare came true. Here's how the world reacted.
"Banter and sassiness." MasterChef's Brendan on his behind-the-scenes friendship with Reece.
A COVID-19 skywriter and mysterious noises: All the unaired Big Brother gossip in one place.
Everything we know about the sexual assault allegations against Justin Bieber.
The underdog predicted to win, plus all the other MasterChef Australia 2020 spoilers.
Nakkiah Lui and Miranda Tapsell’s new podcast gives us a different perspective of Australian history.
The Spill: Sunday's best entertainment and gossip news.
Authorities declared Robert Fuller's death a suicide. His family is demanding "the truth".
In 2010, 18-year-old Jesinta Franklin won Miss Universe Australia. This is her life now.
From Hollywood films to music videos: What the cast of Even Stevens are doing now.
I tried an $18 'chin lift sheet mask', because apparently this is a thing we do now.
GRAB YOUR POPCORN: Cinemas are about to reopen. Here's what you'll be able to see.
The first look at Stan's new original horror movie Relic will scare the pants off you.
Kim and Kanye: The celebrity couple who tricked Donald Trump.
'Our government claims "Australia is not racist". My experiences prove otherwise.'
"But what about...?" The fundamental flaws of using 'whataboutism' when talking about race.
From child star to newlywed: The life and career of Raven-Symoné.
A popular podcast and online trolls: What we know about Bachelor in Paradise's Abbie Chatfield.
Caitlin O'Brien, a tragic murder, and the excuses we keep accepting for men's violence.
The Australian and international news stories you need to know today, Friday June 19.
Gwyneth Paltrow is selling an orgasm candle and we have precisely 5 questions.
"I am not a spy": Australian Kylie Moore-Gilbert is trapped in Iran's most notorious prison.
The Spill: Thursday's best entertainment and gossip news.
From reluctant Twilight sensation to Princess Diana: The tumultuous career of Kristen Stewart.
Danny Masterson starred on That 70s Show. He's now been charged with raping three women.
Ms Dhu died in prison after failing to pay fines. A six-year fight means no one else will.
The Australian and international news stories you need to know today, Thursday June 18.
The real Melania: The 6 things we've learned about Melania Trump from her new biography.
Three dead. No convictions: The baffling case of the Bowraville murders.
"I wish I'd been less busy": 20 women share their single biggest regret about parenting.
The Spill: Wednesday's best entertainment and gossip news.
'I don't care what anyone says, this season of Big Brother is the best yet.'
Donald Trump just had a conversation with himself on Twitter. Here are the best reactions.
When Emmett Till was murdered at 14, his mother demanded the public see what was done to him.
Just 23 beauty products under $20 we'll be buying in Priceline's massive 50% off sale.
Vanessa Bryant, and the problem with Kobe Bryant fan pages on Instagram.
"You have a voice." Why thousands of people are sharing a teacher's explanation of racism.
'Sara Hegazy was jailed and tortured for a photo. It could have been me.'
George Stinney was executed at 14. 70 years later, his conviction was overturned.
Gemma Ward was Australia's most popular supermodel. Then she disappeared from the spotlight.
9 months ago, Australia fell in love with Ciarran Stott. Tonight, he might break our hearts.
The Australian and international news stories you need to know today, Wednesday June 17.
Elizabeth Gilbert had 18 months with the love of her life. Here's what she knows about grief.
The Spill: Tuesday's best entertainment and gossip news.
Just a definitive list of where you can find every Big Brother housemate on Instagram.
The conversation we need to have about the return of women's sport in Australia.
The largest humanitarian crisis in the world: What is happening in Yemen right now.
BLM activist Toyin went missing after being assaulted. On Saturday, she was found dead.
"If you haven't felt it, you don't get it." The speech that explains racism in Australian sport.
The Australian and international news stories you need to know today, Tuesday June 16.
Mark Haines was found dead on the train tracks. But nothing about the scene made sense.
A former fiancé and frontline work: What we know about Bachelor in Paradise's Brittany Hockley.
Ben responded to domestic violence calls every shift. At home, his own partner was abusing him.
Thomas the Tank Engine, chocolate and a gut instinct: How William Callaghan was found.
A forbidden romance and a life cut short: The story of 'the other Prince William'.
Where are they now? The kids from Desperate Housewives, 16 years later.
"The bell doesn’t dismiss you, I do." 8 lines literally every teacher has said.
In 1958, Richard and Mildred Loving fell in love and married. Weeks later, they were arrested.
His name was Rayshard Brooks: Everything we know about the father-of-four killed by police.
Blue Heelers' actor Karm Gilespie vanished 6 years ago. Now he's facing execution in China.
The Australian and international news stories you need to know today, Monday June 15.
"Every situation was manipulated." MAFS' Drew on what really happens behind-the-scenes.
"Five things I learned from inside the Big Brother house you might not notice on TV."
The Spill: Monday's best entertainment and gossip news.
Rachel Antonio disappeared at 16 without a trace. A secret diary could change everything.
On Friday, Rayshard Brooks fell asleep at a drive-through in Atlanta. Police killed him.
The Spill: Sunday's best entertainment and gossip news.
A new baby and four marriages: Where the cast of Pretty Little Liars are now, 11 years on.
A definitive ranking of who will win MasterChef Australia 2020.
Henrietta Lacks' death saved countless lives. For decades, her name remained a secret.
A TV show pulled and a public apology: Why everyone's talking about Meghan Markle's best friend.
'I was recently told I don't understand racism. With a lifetime of judgement based on my looks, I do.'
BMI testing and 'approved hairstyles': 10 women share their workplace 'dress codes'.
The 5 budget tips you need to know, according to Canna Campbell.
In 1960, Ruby Bridges began attending a 'white school'. All the kids in her class dropped out.
Amid Black Lives Matter protests, these incidents show the reality for Indigenous Australians.
How to have a conversation with someone who says, 'There was no slavery in Australia.'
The Australian and international news stories you need to know today, Friday June 12.
In the last 24 hours, reality TV has highlighted Australia's racial attitude problem.
"I don't blame her": For 10 years, Queer Eye's Karamo Brown didn't know he had a son.
The Spill: Thursday's best entertainment and gossip news.
14 years ago, Anna coined the phrase "game on moles" on Big Brother. This is her life now.
A viral video and 'cringeworthy' celebrity encounters: Everything we know about Big Brother's Kieran.
A crisis for some, a godsend for others: The debate around stopping free childcare in July.
'I lost my job because of COVID-19. Here are 5 things I wish people hadn't said to me.'
"Does this move us forward?" Brooke Boney's response to 'blackface comedies' being deleted.
"Fill my seat with a black candidate." Why some jobs are offered exclusively to minorities.
In 2002, Jess and Marty fell in love on Big Brother. Now, they live completely separate lives.
8000 videos and a suspicious phone call: What we know about the Madeleine McCann suspect.
Missing children and three deaths: The complicated mystery surrounding Lori Vallow's family.
A 911 call and behind-the-scenes bullying: Everything we know about the Vanderpump Rules controversy.
Sarah Tiong didn't see women like her on TV. Thanks to a big risk, she helped change that.
The Australian and international news stories you need to know today, Wednesday June 10.
The Spill: Wednesday's best entertainment and gossip news.
Her name was Gabriella Delaney. And she was killed inside her home, at just 20 years old.
A 'cleansing ritual' and a chilling photo: Everything we know about the mum and son who disappeared at sea.
Prevention, not a cure: Exactly what 'defund the police' means and what it could look like.
'I was busy just disappearing.' The story behind Hannah Gadsby's 'overnight success'.
We're calling it: Angie Kent and Carlin Sterritt have definitely split.
"Like watching dead fish at the pet store." The best reactions to the new Big Brother.
"I don't want to sit down." Last night, Meyne Wyatt delivered a 4-minute monologue we all need to listen to.
From award winning pizza chef to 'Paleo Pete': Inside Pete Evans' life before fame.
In 2016, a hospital mistakenly gave baby Amelia poisonous gas. Now, her parents have spoken.
For some women, leaving an abusive relationship is the start of another, invisible battle.
The Spill: Tuesday's best entertainment and gossip news.
"Make sure the kids are in bed." The best reactions to Netflix's raunchy new movie 365 DNI.
The Australian and international news stories you need to know today, Tuesday June 9.
If you're wondering what white privilege looks like, these images paint a stark picture.
Lara Worthington once dominated headlines. She just had her third child and no one noticed.
'Energy conversion', 'clowning' and sex abuse charges: The story of Australia's Kenja 'cult'.
On Saturday, amid protests for Black Lives Matter, an Indigenous man died in police custody.
"Silence is violence." The powerful images from Saturday's 'Black Lives Matter' protests.
Loved The Bold Type? Good Trouble is the meaty millennial TV show to watch next.
The sad irony of George Floyd having COVID-19 when he died.
A haunted zoo and a forged will: Here's everything that's happened since Tiger King aired.
It's not enough to say "I'm not racist." 5 antiracist things you can do in your daily life.
A very serious investigation into what the past winners of The Voice are doing now.
A cult concealer, Fenty lipsticks and 7 other beauty bargains from Sephora's 50% off sale.
Excuse us, but Selling Sunset is the deliciously bad reality TV show you're not currently watching.
"If I disappear." Pete Evans and his followers are now concerned he will be 'murdered'.
Tanya Day died after being left alone in a cell. She shouldn't have been arrested in the first place.
The Australian and international news stories you need to know today, Friday June 5.
How to have a conversation with someone who keeps saying 'All Lives Matter'.
"We feel horrible." The shop that called 911 on George Floyd explain what happened.
The Spill: Thursday's best entertainment and gossip news.
A droopy eye and slurred speech: Why people are increasingly concerned about Ryan Seacrest.
Scott Morrison says Australia is "wonderful" compared to the US. The last 14 days prove otherwise.
Bachelor in Paradise will FINALLY kick off on July 15. Here's all the gossip in one place.
'Beauty salons are open. But, despite being a former regular, I won't be returning.'
New partners and a brush with the police: What the Bachelor in Paradise 2019 cast are up to now.
An Indigenous teen was kicked and pinned to the ground by police on Monday. His family want justice.
On Tuesday, our Instagram feeds were filled with black boxes. Here’s how it went so ‘wrong’.
The Spill: Wednesday's best entertainment and gossip news.
The fury in US cities is rooted in a long history of racist policing, violence and inequality.
"This is what those officers took." What George Floyd's family wants the world to know.
A Bible, tear gas and riot police: Donald Trump's most shameful photo opportunity.
12 books to read about racism abroad and in Australia.
In 2007, Natalie Gauci won Australian Idol. Last night, she auditioned for The Voice.
'I thought he was going to die.' Brooke Boney's grandfather was taken into police custody.
The story we're not seeing: 32 images that show the "other side" of the US protests.
"What would you do?" Nakkiah Lui has one question for all non-Indigenous Australians.
The Australian and international news stories you need to know today, Wednesday June 3.
'What every Australian needs to do in the wake of the Black Lives Matter protests.'
In 2016, Colin Kaepernick silently 'took a knee'. Four years later, people are finally listening.
"It's a game-changer for dry isolation skin": 19 beauty products we're loving sick this month.
Underneath the White House there's a secret bunker. On Friday, Donald Trump retreated to it.
Two autopsies, two different stories: What George Floyd's second autopsy revealed.
"I'm mobilising the military." President Donald Trump just declared war on his citizens.
Where are they now? The cast of the very first season of Big Brother Australia.
Wendy's brother killed their parents over a $40 bottle of wine. Then he fought for their inheritance.
The Spill: Tuesday's best entertainment and gossip news.
Nathan Turner was named Australia's youngest COVID-19 victim. Then his test came back negative.
16 facts you need to know about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.
The Australian and international news stories you need to know today, Tuesday June 2.
Their names aren't trending on social media, but their lives mattered just as much.
Last night, thousands of people watched Emma Isaacs give birth live on Instagram.
From $6 to $426, 17 women share their all-time favourite candle.
Just 14 ridiculously cute Instagram accounts to follow if you're obsessed with Cavoodles.
The Spill: Monday's best entertainment and gossip news.
'Racism is alive in Australia. Just ask my two-year-old.'
"I deserve better than this." Josh Lucas’ partner accuses him of cheating during quarantine.
TRIED AND TESTED: The $15 ‘roller’ that's completely sold out in the US. And it's just landed here.
'Regular small investments and conscious decisions.' How Sharon turned $20 into $100,000.
"I was trying to talk..." What happened when Donald Trump called George Floyd's brother.
Exactly what you can and can't do from today, depending on your state or territory.
The Australian and international news stories you need to know today, Monday June 1.