Well, that was disappointing. Turns out Netflix is a big letdown

After a month in the market, limited content, technical issues and stiff competition have hampered the streaming service’s Australian incarnation
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‘Tax them all’: the new super plan everyone will hate

What if, instead of trying to please everyone, the government designed a policy that would upset the electorate equally?
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Floyd Mayweather: the greatest ever, or a ‘pain in the arse’?

On the eve of his ‘richest’ fight with Manny Pacquiao, we test Mayweather’s claim that he’s surpassed Muhammad Ali
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This film features nothing but a computer screen

It sounds mind-numbingly boring, but this chilling and insightful horror film is surprisingly engaging. Here’s why
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Missing in Nepal: the desperate search for Tyronne White

Last seen in a ‘flattened’ village, no one has heard from the Australian. Others are trapped with only meagre food and water supplies
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The best of times, the worst of times: the week in politics

Two events this week exposed the good and the bad in our politicians: Anzac Day last Saturday and Indonesia’s execution of Andrew Chan and Myuran Sukumaran
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How to give your home a trendy autumn makeover

There are plenty of simple, practical ways to make sure you keep your home looking trendy, stylish and warm when sprucing-up your place this autumn
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The Katy Perry dress that outraged thousands, plus more style moments

We break down the weirdest beauty trends and rate the best and worst red carpet looks in our weekly style wrap
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