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The Australian and international news stories you need to know today, Monday May 10.

by Chelsea McLaughlin

8 high-profile Australian mums on what they were never told about motherhood.

Billi Fitzsimons

'I was a messy, blackout drunk. On Boxing Day 2018, I knew I'd gone too far.'

At 25, Whitney Wolfe Herd was forced to leave her job at Tinder. Now, she's worth $1.5 billion.

The falling Chinese rocket has crashed into earth. Here's what we know.

Billi Fitzsimons

'I couldn’t believe it was me under the wig.' 9 actors who look scarily similar to their real-life characters.

'My doctor didn't believe I was having menopausal symptoms at my age.'

In 2016, Matthew Goyder was on Farmer Wants a Wife. Now, he's in jail for child abuse images.

Billi Fitzsimons

'My husband and I met in addiction recovery. After 8 years together, I realised he never stopped.'

Tara Blair Ball

'This Mother's Day, I don't want a gift card. I want my partner to share the mental load.'

A secret couple and subtle references: 7 things you didn't know about 10 Things I Hate About You.

A proposal and moving to another country: Where the 2020 Big Brother contestants are now.

Jessica Staveley

Editor's Picks

'I was a messy, blackout drunk. On Boxing Day 2018, I knew I'd gone too far.'

An ode to 'Other Mothers', because for some of us, it wasn’t our mothers who raised us.

'You're not lazy. You just don't know your chronotype.'

In 1980, Paul was sent on holidays with the local priest. His life became a nightmare.

Monique Patterson

Lifestyle

HOROSCOPES: A second chance and a stroke of luck. The week ahead according to your star sign.

6 things to think about if you're considering getting a fringe. Again.

FEATURE: Why more and more women are dissolving their fillers.

News

The Australian and international news stories you need to know today, Monday May 10.

Chelsea McLaughlin

Chelsea McLaughlin

The falling Chinese rocket has crashed into earth. Here's what we know.

Billi Fitzsimons

Billi Fitzsimons

In 2016, Matthew Goyder was on Farmer Wants a Wife. Now, he's in jail for child abuse images.

Billi Fitzsimons

Billi Fitzsimons

From NRL's "golden boy" to convicted sex offender: The rise and fall of Jarryd Hayne.

Billi Fitzsimons

Billi Fitzsimons

The Australian and international news stories you need to know today, Friday May 7.

Chelsea McLaughlin

Chelsea McLaughlin

Jarryd Hayne has been sentenced to a maximum of five years and nine months for sexual assault.

Billi Fitzsimons

Billi Fitzsimons

Relationships

An ode to 'Other Mothers', because for some of us, it wasn’t our mothers who raised us.

'Last Mother's Day, I was about to call my mum. Then my dad phoned.'

"It blew my mind": Voice notes completely changed how I date online.

Alisha Bhojwani

'My husband and I met in addiction recovery. After 8 years together, I realised he never stopped.'

Tara Blair Ball

Domestic abuse: Could you spot the signs?

The racist microaggressions I'm constantly experiencing on dating apps.

"A multi-orgasmic marvel." Mamamia reviews the 'Magic Wand' sex toy.

"I told my best friend I was sexually assaulted. She said I 'cheated' on my boyfriend."

'I had to hide myself from her a little bit.' Breaking up with my best friend was self care.

"I wished for a 'normal' name." The unspoken toll of living with an Asian name in Australia.

'The moment I bought my bouquet is the moment I should have cancelled my wedding.'

"I just needed to apologise." After 25 years apart, my first boyfriend messaged me.

Jennifer M. Wilson

'My best friend died. Three weeks later, her husband started dating again.'

Jai spent 20 years in and out of homelessness. Here's what she wants you to know.

"My husband cheated on me. Tonight, he's going on TV to talk about it."

Nadia Bokody made a career writing about sex with men. Then she realised she was gay.

Amanda noticed something unusual about her partner's testicle. It saved his life.

1,895 women tell us exactly what they do when they masturbate.

'My friend took his life in lockdown. He was the absolute last person I thought would do this.'

Emmeline Peterson

SEX DIARIES: 'I still get myself off while watching a sex tape I made with my ex.'

Entertainment

'I couldn’t believe it was me under the wig.' 9 actors who look scarily similar to their real-life characters.

A vacuum, a sponge, and anti-aging wrinkle cream: The 8 gifts every dad wants.

Jessica Staveley

Jessica Staveley

From Hugh and Deborra-Lee to Florence and Zach: 10 celebrity couples with big age differences.

A secret couple and subtle references: 7 things you didn't know about 10 Things I Hate About You.

In 1980, Paul was sent on holidays with the local priest. His life became a nightmare.

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Monique Patterson

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Michelle Battersby was told her career would be over if she launched Sunroom. She did it anyway.

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"I'm a pharmacist. Here's what happened when I tried to call in sick to work."

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'What are your 3 non-negotiables?' What to ask yourself when you're looking to buy property.

'I had $0 in my bank account. In 3 years, I have doubled my salary and paid off my debt.'

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"My male best friend was offered $5k more for the same job." The complicated reality of the gender pay gap.

“Do I need to make contributions?” All of your superannuation questions answered.

“What the f**k am I worth?” A financial expert shares exactly how to price yourself by profession.

The 6 things you need to know before you take out a personal loan.

Struggling to save? 'Sprint goals' could help you stash more money by the end of the month.

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Parents

8 high-profile Australian mums on what they were never told about motherhood.

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Billi Fitzsimons

'This Mother's Day, I don't want a gift card. I want my partner to share the mental load.'

Hamish Blake and 3 other dads who showed us their real post baby bodies.

Local mum of three asks: what mental load?

Company doesn't hire 31-year-old man after deciding he’ll probably have babies soon anyway.

Jessie Stephens

Jessie Stephens

Man forced to spend seven hours alone with his own kids after his wife goes to golf.

Chelsea McLaughlin

Chelsea McLaughlin

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Domestic abuse: Could you spot the signs?

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'It has given me so much peace.' 5 women on deciding care options for a loved one.

From platters to drink pairings: How to host a simple, chic night with friends.

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“83,000 returns and $8,300 earned.” How this young Scouts group are making a difference.

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Exactly how alcohol hits you differently in your 20s compared to your 30s.

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'Being a single mum to two autistic kids challenged everything I thought about parenting.'

The Australian and international news stories you need to know today, Monday March 15.

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"Fall in love with it from the first sip." The 5 greatest non-alcoholic wines to add to your drink-list.

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'I didn't realise it was abuse.' I've been sexually assaulted by four of my partners.

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Calliste spent six months trying to become an influencer. She discovered a murky world.

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Sarah Everard vanished while walking home. Police say one of their own killed her.

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"Mummy, what happened to your face?" 'Mum wine culture' almost broke me.

When Katie Leung was cast in Harry Potter, she became a target for "awful" racist abuse.

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