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‘Mummy’s died’: The phone call no parent should have to make

When Peter Shanahan climbed out of the car wreck that killed his top police officer wife he knew he needed to be the person to break the news to their children.

Alleged Beauty killer ‘sweet woman who just wanted to be loved’

Beauty and the Geek finalist Tamika Chesser’s friends describe a kind, sweet but naive person. So who is the woman now charged with the horrific murder that has stunned the nation?

While I Was Sleeping: I should be dead – these guardian angels saved me

I was hit by a car going 170km/h. I shouldn't be here. But after I was left unconscious, burning and trapped, something incredible happened, writes Advertiser journalist Ben Hyde.

She’s a goer: How Maggie Beer defied convention to get her man

Maggie Beer has never been afraid to break from the status quo. Her love story with husband Colin is no exception, turning an argument into a wedding proposal.

Confessions of a male escort: ‘Women pay me $5000 a night’

When George Goulburn was made redundant from his corporate job, he changed direction in his career – and headed into the bedroom.

School boys’ new ‘obsession’ takes dark turn as influencers cash in

A grieving mother says other parents need to take note of the warning signs of a risky new “health” trend that social media is pushing on young boys.

‘Bittersweet’: Parents’ pride at Charlie Stevens’ selfless final act

While Grant Stevens wishes his son Charlie’s smile could have been donated, the Police Commissioner’s family received uplifting news ahead of a heartbreaking anniversary.

‘Boy sober’ explained: This is why Gen Z are giving up sex

Sarah Fitzgerald has vowed to stay celibate as modern day dating is so tough. But she’s hardly alone, with ‘boy sober’ the latest trend for young women. Here’s what it all means.

Tragic death of 15yo after waiting over 12 months for help

Bridie Cocks’s funeral attracted over 700 friends and family who are still in shock at why help wasn’t available when she so desperately needed it.

We’re teen parents and this is how we made it work

Tamara and Brendan were just schoolkids when they found out they were going to be parents. Two decades later, they’re a loving family of five.

Power 100: See how our readers ranked SA’s most influential

Did you agree with The Advertiser’s rankings of the state’s most powerful people in the 2024 Power 100? Now see how our readers voted.

‘I’m a meth addict... I use many times a day’

From the outside looking in, Monica and Mark looked like any other loving couple. But a dark secret plagued their relationship. Here they share their unique story.

Digital forensic expert’s full report: Picture worth a thousand words

The video and photographs that David Speirs claims are deepfakes are “authentic” with no indication of tampering, says a respected forensic expert. Read his full eight-page report.

‘My son’s death was blasted on social media’

Ryan Kimball died in a car crash – and his last moments were posted on social media. Now, the teen’s heartbroken dad reveals how Covid lockdowns played a role in the tragedy.

Tragic death at 15 after refusing to eat for nine months

In the final moments of her life, the teenager shared how this one cruel comment from classmates was to blame.