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A rapping Rita Wilson and a surprise win: The 12 biggest moments from the 2021 Emmys.

by Chelsea McLaughlin

Her name was Gabby Petito. And she’s not your true crime entertainment.

Bright yellow, feathers and... bonnets: Every single look from the 2021 Emmys in one place.

My Birth Story: 'I almost gave birth at a Wiggles concert.'

"This is a misstep." All the photos from The Block's guest bedroom reveal in one place.

Jessica Staveley

Three weeks ago, Brian returned home without his fiance Gabby Petito. A body has just been found.

The Emmy-nominated TV shows you need to watch immediately. And where to watch them.

"Lockdown will be off." What we know about Victoria's roadmap out of lockdown.

"Mastitis is a b*tch": 6 things I've learnt in 6 weeks of breastfeeding.

'My partner and I hardly ever fight. Until I mention the patriarchy...'

The celebrities that didn't make the cut, plus all the other SAS Australia behind-the-scenes gossip.

'I gave my daughter a mental health day off school. A stranger shamed me for it.'

The super simple time management technique that will actually make you more productive.

"You REALLY kissed me." 6 things you didn't know about Never Been kissed.

Your COVID Questions, Answered

Australia is almost 70% vaccinated. Here are 9 vaccine questions a doctor is still being asked.

Dr Preeya Alexander and Pharmacist Edward Tanzil

The key questions about Victoria's lockdown, answered.

How do you get your COVID-19 vaccine certificate on your phone? It's surprisingly simple.

The problem with our obsession with "underlying health conditions."

Lifestyle

'In my forties, my drinking habit crept up on me. This is how I learnt to manage it.'

The 3 products you need immediately if you have oily skin, according to a derm.

"The dominant emotion of 2021": 6 signs you're 'languishing', and what to do about it.

News

Her name was Gabby Petito. And she’s not your true crime entertainment.

Three weeks ago, Brian returned home without his fiance Gabby Petito. A body has just been found.

The Australian and international news stories you need to know today, Monday September 20.

'5 inappropriate questions not to ask about my sexual assault.'

Over 200 arrested and 10 police injured: What happened at the anti-lockdown protests across Australia.

"Stab in the back": Exactly why France is so furious with Australia right now.

Relationships

'My partner and I hardly ever fight. Until I mention the patriarchy...'

Is it time to explore booty play? If you're nodding, here are the best anal sex toys out there.

"Early dates can be problematic": What no one tells you about dating after divorce.

"You have to talk about it." 5 things I wish I knew about suicide when my son was still alive.

"I roadtested 6 types of condoms to see if there's ~actually~ any difference."

Snide remarks and silent treatment: My sister's hostility towards my kids has ruined our relationship.

'I'm moving to another country for someone I've never met in person.'

Greyson Ferguson

'My husband cheated on me and I stayed. The comments from my friends hurt the most.'

“I couldn't sleep." Within two years of her divorce, Sarah was over $35,000 in debt.

'In Year 12, my brother lost his best friend to suicide. Here's what I wish people knew.'

Emmeline Peterson

'At 22, I moved to Melbourne from India to pursue my dream. Then the pandemic hit.'

"Do NOT use a chair with wheels." Mamamia reviews the Seat Vibrator sex toy.

"I always thought I was just overly anxious. Until I read an article about 'Pure O'."

"My sex drive has plummeted during lockdown. Here are 5 ways I'm getting it back."

Lacey-Jade Christie

'I was 8 the first time I saw my brother take drugs. It destroyed our family.'

"I don't know what it's like to have a dad, but I still want to celebrate yours on Father's Day."

"I felt something had shifted": What our sex life really looks like after 3 kids.

'The pain of prostate cancer is intense, it takes everything away. I watched it happen to my dad.'

Katherine Nikiforos

'Hi, my name is Emily Vernem. I'm 25 and I'm looking for a best friend. Please apply.'

The worst part of owning a dog is a decision no one wants to make.

Lana Hirschowitz

Entertainment

A rapping Rita Wilson and a surprise win: The 12 biggest moments from the 2021 Emmys.

Chelsea McLaughlin

Chelsea McLaughlin

From Big Little Lies to Apples Never Fall: A complete guide to Liane Moriarty's most unputdownable books.

"You REALLY kissed me." 6 things you didn't know about Never Been Kissed.

'A love letter to Roy Kent, the man I would like to yell at me each and every day.'

Just 5 of the most problematic things that happened on America's Next Top Model.

Morning Wars season 1 ended on a cliffhanger. Season 2 is going to take it to a whole new level.

Jessica Staveley

Jessica Staveley

Work & Money

'I went from $45k in debt to owning my own home in Sydney within 2 years. Here's how.'

Alana Mai Mitchell

9 ways you can support a Lady Startup through another COVID Christmas.

Magdalena Roze and Darren Robertson had one of the most lucrative businesses in Australia. Then COVID hit.

"How I went from unemployed to hosting a Mamamia podcast."

We asked 5 successful women the one productivity tool they can’t function without.

'You're more irritable.' The 5 symptoms of burnout you shouldn't ignore when working from home.

'My high school teacher laughed when I said I wanted to be an engineer. I proved him wrong.'

Genevieve De Michele

We're starting a very necessary conversation about money, and we need your help.

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I tried 5 different productivity hacks for working from home. Here's what actually worked.

We have 4 x $50 gift vouchers up for grabs. You just need to fill out our quick survey.

"You're not funny": We asked 50 women what they'd say, anonymously, to their boss.

What does it really cost to start a business? 6 women gave us a pervy look at every dollar they spent.

13 women on how much time they actually spend on their side-hustle (with full-time work).

‘I’m a lifestyle editor who makes beaded jewellery. Here’s how I turned my hobby into a micro-business.’

5 no-BS tips for testing to see if your side hustle idea will work.

'I work with survivors of financial abuse. These are their 3 common challenges.'

Billi Fitzsimons

"Will I receive $1080?" Every question you had about the 2020-21 tax return, answered.

The lessons Holly learnt building business success online, as someone who did it twice.

Want to kick-start your side hustle? Lady Startup is offering an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Scholarship.

Parents

My Birth Story: 'I almost gave birth at a Wiggles concert.'

'I gave my daughter a mental health day off school. A stranger shamed me for it.'

"Mastitis is a b*tch": 6 things I've learnt in 6 weeks of breastfeeding.

"You should focus on your living children": What I struggled with the most after losing my son.

Ann-Maree Imrie

Ann-Maree Imrie

The LaBrants have 13 million followers. They led some to believe their toddler had cancer.

'The other kids feel unsafe around your son': 6 mums on the parenting moment that broke them.

Mamamia Favourites

From Big Little Lies to Apples Never Fall: A complete guide to Liane Moriarty's most unputdownable books.

"From someone who misses the hairdresser dearly, here's exactly how I care for my dyed blonde hair."

Lacey-Jade Christie

9 ways you can support a Lady Startup through another COVID Christmas.

How breast cancer can affect your libido, and 8 other questions we've never really thought about.

ROAD TEST: ‘I transformed the way I organised my makeup, thanks to this ONE THING.’

"I saw results in just a few days." 11 women tried Boost Lab's supercharged serums.

"I'm a podcast producer who's made well over 100 cakes. Here are the 3 baking rules I wish someone had told me when I started."

Emmeline Peterson

"It de-puffed my dark circles.": 11 women try Revlon's new $26.95 multipurpose concealer with Vitamin C and caffeine.

PLS HELP: From top notes to Eau De... I'm sorry what? Our cheat sheet on fragrance because we're very confused.

ROADTEST: My honest verdict on Ole Henriksen's most potent product yet.

ROADTEST: 'I tried Pump Haircare’s Blonde Collection to see if plant-based ingredients can help me keep unwanted yellow tones away.'

'I'm 27 and just got health insurance for the first time. Here's 3 things I never knew it could actually get me.’

What We Spend: A Brisbane couple with 2 kids under 6 share their $2,006.61 week.

ROADTEST: 3 women try the podiatrist-founded footwear with game-changing support.

ROADTEST: 'For 3 weeks I tried the serum and oil duo that promises hydration heaven. Here's my skin diary.'

ROAD TEST: 'I tried Fanola’s Restructuring Mask for a week on my hair to see if the keratin and milk proteins made a difference.'

PARENT OPINION: 'What I learned about preserving memories from my parents.’

15 women told me what they don’t like people knowing: the ways they spoil their pet most. I was… surprised.

7 women told us what being bold looks like in your 20s, 30s and 40s.

Mary Rose Madigan

'From decision-making to advance care planning, here are the difficult things we need to all know about palliative care for the loved ones we look after.'

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A different 'Gossip Girl' and a hacking scandal: 11 things you didn't know about Gossip Girl.

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OPINION: This year’s NAIDOC Week theme is ‘Heal Country.’ But we need to heal our people first.

NSW records 38 new COVID cases, and more news stories you need to know today, Thursday July 8.

The best memes that sum up the last 10 days in Australia.

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When Aussie model Bridget Malcolm walked in the Victoria's Secret show, this was her reality.

A new format and plenty of romance: Sophie Monk on what to expect from Beauty and the Geek's return.

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Revelle Balmain vanished in 1994. Now, police have a photo of a man they wish to speak to.

"My mum died when I was 18. The grief was nothing like I expected."

Bridie Jabour: 'The reckoning every woman will have in their 30s'.

'Wtf am I watching.' A very honest recap of Netflix's Sex/Life.

Lockdown extended: What we just learned from Gladys Berejiklian's press conference.

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Jim Carrey was one of the biggest stars of the 90s. He says he "doesn't exist".

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Where to follow the cast of Beauty and the Geek Australia 2021 on Instagram.

In 1977, Peter Garrett escaped a house fire. Then he realised his mother was still inside.

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After some home renovation inspiration? Here are 10 accounts you should follow on Instagram.

How to remove an avo pit with one hand, plus 7 other genius food hacks courtesy of the internet.

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All Year 12 boys at a private Sydney school were vaccinated. But our anger is misdirected.

'My teen daughter was struggling with her mental health. The right decision was for us to be apart.'

A breakdown of exactly which age groups are getting the most and least sex.

All of this year's major celebrity hair transformations in one place.

12 books by Indigenous authors you should read next.

Billi Fitzsimons

Need a new shampoo? Here are 10 really good ones you can grab at the supermarket.

'I’m a beauty editor. Here are 12 "unsexy" skincare products I always buy.'

The Australian and international news stories you need to know today, Wednesday July 7.

"Lana doesn't see everything." All the Too Hot To Handle behind-the-scenes gossip in one place.

Jessica Staveley

The 'pre-baby bucket list': 7 things I took for granted before I had a baby.

'It's not who they expect.' Florence Pugh on her 'divisive' relationship with Zach Braff.

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'I'm 34, and this is why this week I got the AstraZeneca vaccine.'

NRL players breaking COVID restrictions is one thing. But the story gets so much worse.

Jessie Stephens

'I dobbed in my cousin during Melbourne's lockdown. Here's why.'

"He wanted me silenced." Former Liberal MP Julia Banks left politics in 2018. She's now talking about why.

'I was so focused on my son's ADHD, I completely dropped the ball with his little sister.'

Ewan McGregor left his wife and four kids after 22 years. His girlfriend just gave birth.

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