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What women are talking about today, Friday May 27.

'I'm an Aussie mum. But my 8-year-old son goes to school in the US.'

Anthony Albanese has committed to the Uluru Statement from the Heart in full. Here's what that means.

'No phone, no access to money.' For 4 years, Zoe Marshall was in an abusive relationship.

19 kids and two teachers have died in the mass shooting in Texas. Here are their stories.

'The truth is, I didn't love the baby phase. And I'm not ashamed to admit it.'

'When I think of National Sorry Day, I imagine having my two daughters ripped away from me.'

"I'd never seen Mum cry like she did that day." A letter to my late sister, Vicki Cleary.

Top Gun: Maverick will restore your faith in sequels.

In 1993, Johnny Depp opened The Viper Room. For 30 years, it was blighted by scandal.

This latest school shooting isn’t shocking. And that’s what makes it so devastating.

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'No phone, no access to money.' For 4 years, Zoe Marshall was in an abusive relationship.

This latest school shooting isn’t shocking. And that’s what makes it so devastating.

"I'd never seen Mum cry like she did that day." A letter to my late sister, Vicki Cleary.

'When I think of National Sorry Day, I imagine having my two daughters ripped away from me.'

Lifestyle

From retinol to an all-rounder serum: 8 of the best SkinCeuticals products, ranked.

'I'm a lifestyle writer in my 20s. Here's absolutely everything I put on my face.'

Everything the Mamamia lifestyle team is shopping in the Click Frenzy sales.

News

What women are talking about today, Friday May 27.

'I'm an Aussie mum. But my 8-year-old son goes to school in the US.'

New choking and stealthing laws in Tasmania, and what women are talking about tonight.

Anthony Albanese has committed to the Uluru Statement from the Heart in full. Here's what that means.

Erin Jayne Plummer was one of the brightest personalities on TV. This week, her loved ones are grieving.

Major questions raised over election 'boat texts', and what women are talking about tonight.

Indigenous Stories

In 2020, Veronica Nelson was found dead in her prison cell. She'd called out for help 9 times.

During the war Indigenous soldiers were treated as equals. Afterwards, it was a very different story.

Karla Grant has reported on First Nations stories for decades. Here's what has stuck with her.

Jody Gore went to jail for killing her partner. But that's not the whole story.

R Rubuntja was a prominent domestic violence campaigner. Then she was murdered by her partner.

From kids clothing to stunning earrings: 26 Indigenous Lady Startups to buy from.

'My grandfather was four when he was stolen from his mum. He never saw her again.'

Age 8, Tanya was washing racist graffiti off her walls. Now she's a high-powered AFL executive.

'Four years after leaving my violent partner, my son went to jail. I blame myself.'

You know the name Cleo Smith. Why haven't you heard of Charlie Mullaley?

On her wedding day, Narelda Jacobs felt an "emptiness". Then she found the courage to hit restart.

Kumanjayi Walker was fatally shot by police in 2019. A trial is finally underway.

Entertainment

Princess Charlene has returned to royal life. But she says she is still "fragile".

Chelsea McLaughlin

Chelsea McLaughlin

A 12-year sentence and 23 grandchildren: What the Duggar kids are doing now.

Top Gun: Maverick will restore your faith in sequels.

Stan's Revealed: No Mercy, No Remorse examines one of Australia's most infamous serial killers.

Chelsea McLaughlin

Chelsea McLaughlin

In 1993, Johnny Depp opened The Viper Room. For 30 years, it was blighted by scandal.

A four-minute testimony and a staircase: Everything we know about Kate Moss and Johnny Depp's relationship.

Relationships

"The signs were there." How an abusive childhood can translate into toxic relationships later in life.

"I'd never seen Mum cry like she did that day." A letter to my late sister, Vicki Cleary.

'No phone, no access to money.' For 4 years, Zoe Marshall was in an abusive relationship.

'My dad is an abuser and I still love him.' The conversation we're not having about domestic violence.

'Considerable noise...' The day I received a note from a neighbour about my late night 'screaming'.

"I'm still scared. I'm still anxious." What life is like after you get an AVO.

Mary Rose Madigan

'For 25 years, I've helped people dying in palliative care. Here's what it has taught me.'

Jessie Stephens: Here are my 7 biggest regrets.

Jessie Stephens

'I found a graphic photo of my boyfriend's female friend on his phone. I regret how I reacted.'

'He liked me how I was': How an emotional affair helped me leave a bad relationship.

Mary Rose Madigan

'The crisp white shirt of the sex toy world.' Mamamia reviews the My ilo Curve sex toy.

'I used the word sl*t a lot.' When my partner cheated on me, I blamed the 'other woman' first.

'I realised I was doing most of the unpaid labour at home. So I sent my boyfriend an invoice.'

Mary Rose Madigan

'I'm campaigning to be the first Bachelorette with a disability. Here's why.'

'I teach young men about respect. Here's what I tell them about domestic violence.'

Renee McBryde's dad was a murderer. She worried she was going to 'pass the gene on' to her kids.

"We didn't get dressed for 40 hours." 13 women share their wildest sex confessions.

'Only wear floral dresses.' 5 women on the worst dating advice they've ever been given.

'I’ve just fallen victim to an elaborate Bitcoin scam through Instagram. Here's what happened.'

"That's when I get the nipple clamps out." 8 women share their exact masturbation technique.

Parents

Eliza Hull has a disability. When she wanted to have a baby, her doctor advised her not to.

"It caused many sleepless nights." We need to talk about the cost of daycare in Sydney.

'I'm a mum of two kids under five, and these are the things I did and didn't spend money on.'

'I completely disagree with how my partner parents our kids. What should I do?'

'Mum, the doctor thinks it's herpes.' What happened when my teenage daughter told me she had herpes.

'I'm a mum of 4 tweens. Here's our very comprehensive shopping list for this season.'

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Krechelle Carter

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What's it actually like to run a side hustle on Airtasker? We asked 3 women our most burning questions.

Steamy sex scenes and an all-star cast: Everything you need to know about Conversations with Friends.

Having your first non-surgical cosmetic treatment? Here are 4 things to check first, according to a doctor.

'I'm a mum of 4 tweens. Here's our very comprehensive shopping list for this season.'

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'My wellness routine is basically non-existent. Here’s what happened when I tried one for a week.'

Needing lunchbox inspiration? Here’s 9 ideas to try with fruit, according to an Instagram lunchbox expert.

A very quick guide to raising more socially minded kids.

8 parents told us all their most chaotic moments with their little ones and now we feel bad for laughing.

4 vitamin C skincare myths you probably believe (but actually shouldn't), according to a beauty writer.

Conversations with Friends is the series that will forever change how you see friendships and forbidden love.

Just 31 photos that prove the NT should be your next holiday destination.

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Just 7 top tips for driving holidays with kids.

ROADTEST: 'This vitamin C serum promises to both brighten and fade my dark spots, so I put it to the test.'

Alisha Bhojwani

“My daughters have opportunities like never before.” A letter to women in Australian sport in 2022.

'I host a fashion podcast, and here are the outfits I'm eyeing off for 6 very specific moments.'

9 women told us their funniest lies they’ve told about food and tbh we’ve never felt more seen.

10 experiences you didn’t know you could actually have on a cruise.

“I realise now that for you, this is so much more than a job.” An open letter to our midwives.

'Tell me your kid is obsessed with space without telling me they're obsessed with space.'

Parenting a 2-year-old can be… challenging, but it can also be the best age for precisely 10 reasons.

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"It's a very modern love story." The Conversations With Friends cast on what to expect from the series.

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Jen was in a controlling relationship when she fell pregnant. An abortion freed her.

"I tried the 3 new viral mascaras you’re seeing everywhere. Here’s my verdict."

HOROSCOPES: A career re-route and a relationship break. The week ahead according to your star sign.

"I would love our show to change Hollywood." The stars of Hacks on Stan on their game-changing second season.

From Beverly Hills to Potomac: A definitive ranking of the Real Housewives series.

'My daughter lives with Borderline Personality Disorder. This is what I want you to know.'

'Will she grow up feeling lonely?' What it's like raising an only child as a single mum.

"I caused pain." A year after Bill Gates announced his divorce from Melinda, he's ready to talk about it.

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Just 8 things every Enid Blyton fan will know.

"This is a devastating time for any parent." Britney Spears has announced her pregnancy loss.

A four-year-long feud and all the other Fast and the Furious behind-the-scenes drama in one place.

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Lisa Curry has been hounded by paparazzi her entire life. After her divorce, she took a stand.

'It's a hard no from me.' 9 celebs who were rejected by other celebs.

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An all-new format and a bisexual bachelor: All the theories about The Bachelor 2022 in one place.

'Telling us to get over it is unhelpful.' We need to talk about the mother guilt load.

Tracey Montgomery

A charity ball hiatus and 4.30am finish: Hamish Blake has pulled off his hardest birthday cake yet.

The first trailer for season two of Stan's Gangs of London will have you hooked.

Sting was a rock icon in the '80s. Then he fell in love with his wife's best friend.

'I’m a queer woman and I was sexually assaulted by another woman. People laughed when I told them.'

'My stomach just dropped.' Why Tully Smyth's long-waited return to Big Brother didn't go to plan.

'I'm a dermatologist and there are 7 things I always tell my patients.'

In 2011, Madeleine Pulver had a collar-bomb strapped to her neck. Last year her attacker walked free.

It's been 20 years since The Osbournes first aired. Here's what they're all doing now.

"I got drunk that night. Very drunk." Selma Blair was just 7 when her addiction to alcohol began.

5 binge-worthy real estate TV shows to watch after you've finished Selling Sunset.

Shannen Findlay

"It takes a heavy emotional toll." An open letter from John Herron, the father of Courtney Herron.

Elisabeth Finch wrote her own cancer story into Grey’s Anatomy. None of it was true.

Chelsea McLaughlin

"Alana has grown up." Honey Boo Boo is now 16 and she's dating a 20-year-old man.

Sienna Miller and the curse of the Hot Young Thing.

Holly Wainwright

Stan's award-winning series Hacks redefined comedy and is back for season two.

What women are talking about today, Friday May 13.

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