Top Stories: Thursday, December 17
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Sharp increase in Australian bombings in Iraq and Syria
New data reveals ramping up of Australia’s air war in the Middle East. Experts are worried we might be doing exactly what IS wants Read more
Incredible footage of ‘supercell thunderstorm’ trail of destruction
EPA investigates fallout after one of the ‘most dangerous’ types of thunderstorms strikes suburb full of chemical refineries Read more
‘Unusual’ heat wave set to strike. Plus, your Christmas forecast
After wild storms in the Sydney region yesterday, the country’s bout of extreme and unpredictable weather is set to continue Read more
These sunscreen brands claim they’re SPF 50+ – they’re not
Some popular brands have failed a CHOICE test of the sun protection claims made by major brands. They could be in your cupboard Read more
Winning at property: how to take advantage of the apartment glut
In every crisis, there’s opportunity. Whether you’re a first homebuyer, investor, or retiree – you can still make a profit. Here’s how Read more
Parents are struggling to get rid of their adult children
Academics call it the ‘boomerang’ and ‘failure to launch’ phenomenon. And in Australia, it is fast becoming the new normal Read more
Use these five tricks to limit your overeating over the holidays
The tiny fat gains of Christmas accumulate year after year, building a bulge that exercise cannot hope to fix. Eating less is the key Read more
The slow summer is over: bring on the Big Bash League
It has barely turned five but Cricket Australia’s cash cow is suddenly a crown jewel in our sporting landscape Read more
MYEFO and you: How the mid-year budget cuts could hit your hip pocket
Childcare, health and welfare ‘double dipping’ in the government’s latest cutback targets. Find out if you should be concerned Read more