Severe storm causes 11,000 power outages, knocks out transport

Yesterday's severe weather brought chaos across Sydney, with Fire and Rescue NSW responding to more than 400 calls for help. In one incident, a tree fell on a house, trapping the occupant inside. Both trains and Sydney Metro experienced major outages during the evening peak.

Sydney teacher charged after allegedly grooming 14-year-old girl

A Sydney high school teacher has been charged after allegedly posing as a teenager online to groom a 14-year-old girl he didn't know. Police say the conversations began eight days ago before the girl's parents promptly alerted authorities.

Trans women athletes banned from competing in female Olympic events

The International Olympic Committee has announced major changes, with the gender of athletes to be determined by a one-time gene-screening test. The decision will affect future Olympic competitions.

Tropical Cyclone Narelle forecast to pummel remote WA towns

The cyclone system is gaining strength as it heads towards the WA coast, with wind gusts forecast up to 275km/h. It's set to be the first cyclone in 20 years to make landfall in three Australian states and territories.

Zelensky visits Saudi Arabia after offering Ukraine's drone expertise — The Ukrainian president's visit comes with renewed urgency as the US increasingly focuses its attention on Iran.

via BBC World

Two drone strikes on civilian targets kill 28 people in Sudan — A market in North Darfur and a truck carrying civilians in North Kordofan were hit as the civil war approaches its fourth year.

via The Guardian World

Biennale of Sydney: Rememory

Multiple venues, until 14 Jun

Australia's leading contemporary art event explores memory and erased histories across five sites.

Data Dreams: Art and AI

MCA Circular Quay, until 27 Apr

Ten international artists use AI as creative collaborator across immersive atmospheric rooms.

Handa Opera: Phantom of the Opera

Mrs Macquaries Point, until 3 May

Andrew Lloyd Webber's classic on the floating harbour stage with nightly fireworks.

Parasites Exhibition

Chau Chak Wing Museum, until 14 Jun

A fascinating dive into the world of leeches, ticks and mosquitoes.

STC: My Brilliant Career

Roslyn Packer Theatre, until 3 May

Joyful musical adaptation with pub-rock soundtrack and award-winning design.

Alliance Francaise French Film Festival

Palace Central & other cinemas, until 5 Apr

The world's largest showcase of French films outside France.

Bay of Fires

Drama · ABC iview

Marta Dusseldorp stars in this gripping Tasmanian thriller about a corporate whistleblower who flees to a small coastal town with her teenage daughter, only to discover the locals harbour dangerous secrets. The stunning Tasmanian scenery provides a beautiful backdrop to this well-crafted drama that explores themes of reinvention and community.

The Crown (Final Season)

Drama · Netflix

The acclaimed royal drama concludes with its sixth and final season, covering the tumultuous period of the late 1990s including Diana's final years and the aftermath of her death. Imelda Staunton delivers a masterful performance as the older Queen Elizabeth II, bringing dignity and complexity to this beautifully produced historical series.

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A girl fell off a 15-metre ladder but didn't get hurt. How?

Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition.

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