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We asked women about the mental load of caring. Their answers were overwhelming.

'Cool girlies don’t announce the pregnancy.' The baby trend sweeping your socials.

20 years ago, our Olympic success was overshadowed by one woman. She was named Lay Down Sally.

Two new women are being used in Trump’s campaign. They have one case to make.

How a mistake at the Sydney Olympics 'could've killed' competing gymnasts.

The normal women who got hate for dating Hollywood heartthrobs.

Stephanie Anderson

Is this the most American move ever? How the US are "rigging" the Olympics Tally so they look better.

We can't help but make the Olympics about people's bodies.

'The cat got fed instead of us.' Simone Biles was 5 when she was taken from her biological mum.

Billi Fitzsimons

'I wrote about struggling to find my "postpartum style". I was flooded with messages.'

HOLLY WAINWRIGHT: 'The $22 product I love just as much as the expensive stuff.'

On Monday morning, children went to a Taylor Swift themed dance class. 3 of them never made it home.

Here's what an employer's obligations are to employees experiencing domestic violence.

4 years ago Kaylee McKeown said goodbye to her father. Last night, she swam for him.

'The worst months of our lives.' In 2022, Tom Daley's husband was accused of assault.

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HOLLY WAINWRIGHT: 'It's been three years since we all left town.'

Holly Wainwright

'I was having an affair with my married boss. Then I saw him use our "secret signal" on another colleague.'

Ballerina Farm's Hannah Neeleman is being accused of creating a 'facade'. We're missing the real story.

Meet the journalist who distributes formula and nappies to families in Gaza.

Olympics

From fleeing war-torn Sudan to the Paris Olympics: The incredible story of Peter Bol.

Quick one: What is up with the women's water polo swimsuits?

In 2020, BMX put Kai in a coma. Now his sister Saya is competing in the same event at the 2024 Olympics.

Cassandra Green

Kyle Chalmers was once in a love triangle with Cody Simpson. Now he's engaged.

Two Australian women just made history at the Olympics. People want to focus on their male coach.

Not everyone enjoyed the Olympics opening ceremony. Now, organisers have apologised.

Quick one: Why are so many Olympic athletes covered in purple bruises?

All the behind the scenes details at the Paris Olympics that'll make you appreciate it so much more.

The story of Suni Lee, the other Olympic gymnast who's faced unimaginable challenges.

From tiny towels to strapped wrists: The 8 questions we have about Olympic diving, answered.

Lifestyle

'I walk to work every day. Here are the shoes that look good and make the journey.'

LEIGH CAMPBELL: 'I found 9 of the best blazers that can be worn all year round.'

'The internet told me to tie rubber bands around my ears to depuff my face, so I tried it.'

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'I suspected my husband of cheating, so I followed him. He didn't go where I thought he would.'

'I forgave my husband for his affair. Then a woman approached me while I was out shopping.'

LEIGH CAMPBELL: '29 handbags under $100 that are practical and chic.'

'I had an affair with a married man. When his wife found out, I wrote her this letter.'

DIVORCE DIARIES: 'I'm scared to divorce my narcissist husband.'

Dr Gabrielle Morrissey

LEIGH CAMPBELL: 'You're going to see these trends everywhere in summer.'

'I was close friends with my ex. Until his new partner gave him some "rules".'

'I'm the 'rich friend'. I'm sick of picking up the tab for my poor friends.'

'I forgave my husband when he cheated on me. A year later, I got my revenge.'

'My husband thinks we're trying for a second baby. We're not.'

'My husband told me he donated sperm as a one-off. Then he got 11 phone calls.'

7 items you won't regret buying, according to a stylist.

'I was in my 40s and had never had an orgasm. So I decided to have an affair.'

'When I found a hotel key in my husband's pocket, I feared an affair. It was worse.'

LEIGH CAMPBELL: 'Colour analysis is trending, but these pieces will suit you no matter your "season."'

'I'm single and child-free. I resent my female co-workers who have kids.'

'My partner hid his addiction until after our wedding. Then I found him in his study at 2am.'

'I risked everything for a married man. Then I found out I wasn't his only 'other woman'.'

Leigh Campbell's edit of the best 100 per cent wool knits you'll love this winter.

'An argument about a coffee cup almost ended my 20-year marriage. This one thing saved us.'

News

Ruqia Haidari was forced into marriage. Six weeks later, she was dead.

A love triangle and Christian extremists: Everything we know about the Wieambilla massacre.

What is Project 2025? The proposed policy that could change the world as we know it.

Cassandra Green

Cassandra Green

'A stranger was convicted of stalking me. When her sentence ended, she made a terrifying announcement.'

The story of Suni Lee, the other Olympic gymnast who's faced unimaginable challenges.

'Today I am speaking in front of thousands of people to say: No more.'

Indigenous Stories

9 of the best books to connect kids to Country this NAIDOC week.

6 Indigenous Elders you need to follow online.

Shopping sorted: Our favourite Indigenous-owned businesses and artists to buy from.

7 ways to support our Indigenous community this Reconciliation Week and beyond.

Brooke Boney changed Australian breakfast TV. In 2024, she's walking away.

These 5 Indigenous women are trailblazers. Here's what they want you to know.

The gap isn't closing. Far from it.

'I'm an Aboriginal Elder. Here are 8 ways you can support Indigenous Australians on January 26.'

Aunty Munya Andrews

6 important facts Australians should know about January 26.

Weapons, criminals and a bizarre flag: Foreign invaders have arrived in Sydney harbour.

Clare and Jessie Stephens

How to have a conversation with someone who's against the push to change the date.

OPINION: No, the decision to remove Australia Day merchandise isn't woke.

Entertainment

Kyle Chalmers was once in a love triangle with Cody Simpson. Now he's engaged.

Meet The Block 2024 contestants heading to Phillip Island.

Farmer Wants A Wife's Claire confirms split from Andrew... by selling her wedding dress on Facebook.

With one movie, Josh Hartnett became Hollywood's biggest heartthrob. Then he disappeared.

Under the Bridge explores the murder of Reena Virk. These are the real faces behind the characters.

Two Australian women just made history at the Olympics. People want to focus on their male coach.

Relationships

Stuart Diver lost his love. Then it happened again.

'When my best friend told me her body count, she accidentally exposed a dark secret.'

HOROSCOPES: You're absolutely magnetic this week, Leo.

'I'm 8 weeks pregnant and my husband just told me he wants a hall pass.'

Who is Matildas player Mary Fowler's boyfriend? Everything you need to know about the NRL star.

DIVORCE DIARIES: 'Why are all my friends pretending to be happily married?'

Gabrielle Morrissey

The reason why women avoid telling their friends when they're in danger.

'I was blindsided by the level of grief.' What no one tells you about losing your grandparent.

'I got ghosted on Sunday. By Monday, the strange messages started.'

Eve Wiley was conceived via sperm donation. When she found who the donor was, it devastated her.

'At 57 I thought I met the love of my life. Ten months later, he abruptly left because of a "game".'

HOROSCOPES: Keep calm and stand firm this week, Leo.

'Months after giving birth, my MIL body shamed me. But my husband's reaction was the final straw.'

'Why I refused to let my partner surprise me with an engagement ring.'

Makayla Donovan

'6 weeks after a cancer diagnosis, my mum died. Then my dad disappeared.'

'My husband cheated on me. He said he did because he was jealous of how much I loved our son.'

We all have 6 different types of friends in our lives. Which one are you?

Juliane Koepcke fell from a plane into the Amazon Jungle. For 10 days she survived on lollies and instinct.

"It was with my friend's boyfriend..." 17 women on how they lost their virginity.

For 13 years Maggie was abused by her father. Her mind created multiple personalities to cope.

Family

Barry Hall and Lauren Brant met on I'm A Celebrity. Years later they had a 'shotgun' wedding.

Penelope Clifton

Penelope Clifton

A journalist attended 'Ballerina Farm'. What she discovered was less than idyllic.

Shannen Findlay

Shannen Findlay

It's never too early to have these 3 conversations with your kids.

'My son got expelled from school after being put in the "too hard" basket. He's not a "bad" child.'

Sophie Cachia just announced her pregnancy in the most surprising way possible.

'My daughter was refusing to attend school. It's not for the reason you might think.'

Mamamia Favourites

The 7 cultural experiences you wouldn’t expect to find in the USA.

Hannah Vanderheide

'There were so many red flags.' Naomi's experience as a financial abuse survivor.

Do any of these apply to you? The warning signs of financial abuse.

'I support victim-survivors of financial abuse. Here's what I want you to know before combining money with a partner.'

'The 7 changes I didn't know would happen to my vagina in perimenopause.'

The buzzy new hair tool that delivers instant volume without the frizz.

'Travelling in the USA with kids wasn’t at all what I expected. It’s exactly why you need to go.'

A financial adviser told us the best money tips for every decade of your life.

'I work with survivors of financial abuse. They all have 3 things in common.'

Billi Fitzsimons

'To the mums with kids struggling at school, I see you.'

'I speak to survivors of financial abuse every day. This is what I want you to know.'

Billi Fitzsimons

'It doesn’t happen to people like me.' The stories we don't imagine when we think about domestic abuse.

'The dating apps are soul crushing. So I created my own kink-friendly social platform.'

'I test beauty products for a living. These are the 28 best deals I'm shopping on Amazon Prime Day.'

'I tried the family car you're seeing everywhere and I have thoughts.'

These 7 tips from hair experts will completely change your life.

'I travel with my 3 kids all the time. I couldn't do it without these 10 items.'

'I buy everything for my toddler on Amazon. Here are the best products I’ve found.'

6 of the best hacks if you're looking to save on your grocery bill.

'I'm a lifestyle writer and these are the best deals I've spotted in the Amazon Prime Day sales.'

More

'My son was diagnosed with a rare cancer. His baby sister was his only chance of survival.'

If you’re obsessed with DCC, there are 16 more seasons to watch. But you’ll be horrified by what you see.

Dubai's Princess told her husband she wants a divorce with an Instagram post.

Glen Powell has been enrolled in the Tom Cruise School of Film. And yes, it's as rogue as it sounds.

Would you pay to get your ex back? Welcome to the 'get your ex back economy'.

Precrastinators are as bad as procrastinators. Here's how to avoid it.

'Don't hate me, but these sneakers are way better than the Adidas Sambas.'

500 Days of Summer came out 15 years ago. Everyone’s opinion on it is wrong.

'The dating apps are soul crushing. So I created my own kink-friendly social platform.'

All anyone can talk about is the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders' salaries. But they used to be worse.

Isabella Thompson

'So they just pursued it.' Why Harry Connick Jr's three daughters all live in Australia.

The Kardashians are currently burning in a hell of their own making.

Quick one: Do Olympians get to keep their gold medals?

The Matildas are throwing everything into winning the Olympics. This is how to tune in to watch them do it.

Cassandra Green

Athletes train their whole life for a taste of Olympic gold. But is it even really gold?

Isabella Thompson

Will Smith is launching a comeback. It’s not going well.

'I was making dinner and a carrot was on the counter': The Aussies using household items as sex toys.

Cassandra Green

Donald Trump's latest campaign weapon? His 17-year-old granddaughter.

There's a reason you're feeling off in the middle of the year.

'I test beauty products for a living. These are the 28 best deals I'm shopping on Amazon Prime Day.'

It's been three years since Cleo Smith was abducted from a campsite. This is her life now.

Do the Farmers have sex with their 'wives'? One Farmer Wants A Wife contestant is spilling the tea.

The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders are turning on fan-favourite Victoria.

Two of Hollywood's biggest actresses were snubbed at the Emmys. Don't let this overshadow the real story.

'Foundation sticks are back in. Here are 5 of the best I've tried.'

'I tried the family car you're seeing everywhere and I have thoughts.'

In 1999, Nicole Kidman did a film with then-husband Tom Cruise. She's finally ready to talk about it.

Okay, but what are Nara Smith's 3 kids doing while she makes butter from scratch?

Teachers have absolutely had it. The viral response to a parent's wild request is proof.

ISABELLE SILBERY: 'My mum encouraged me to go to a place where "mothers are mothered". It cost $5,000.'

Isabelle Silbery

'I had an affair with a married man. When his wife found out, I wrote her this letter.'

Bec and Lleyton Hewitt first met at a tennis match. They didn’t speak again for six years.

'I had to lose you to find myself.' A letter to my boobs after my double mastectomy.

After 15 years, Kelly caught her husband doing the unthinkable. She was nine months pregnant.

'A midwife yelled at my wife to "get with the program" during birth. It was just the beginning.'

These 7 tips from hair experts will completely change your life.

Jack Black, his Australian tour and a joke that spiralled out of control.

Think you’d never dress like Bianca Censori? You already are.

'Can socks really give you a better curl than heat tools? I tried it.'

Simone's partner wouldn't take 'no' for an answer. It ended with Simone almost losing her life.

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