Cheatham returns as Breakers keep building in the NBL
Exciting forward Zylan Cheatham came up huge late on his return for the New Zealand Breakers in an 81-71 road win against the Brisbane Bullets.
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New exodus causes havoc in Gaza, Israel pushes advance
Israel has escalated its ground war in Gaza sharply despite public pleas from its closest ally the United States to scale the campaign down.
Queensland bracing for heatwave during storm recovery
Some Queensland households damaged by severe storms could be left without power until New Year's Eve or longer while the state faces extreme heat.
Bullets look to Prather to provide them with NBL spark
New Zealand Breakers have kept winning with the return of Zylan Cheatham while Brisbane Bullets hope three-time NBL champion Casey Prather helps them rise.
LawConnect hails ‘dream’ Sydney to Hobart underdog win
LawConnect has clinched line honours in the Sydney to Hobart yacht race, running down fellow supermaxi Andoo Comanche in a thrilling river finish.
Indonesian mob storms refugee shelter, urge deportation
The United Nations Refugee Agency says a crowd of students has broken through a police cordon and forcibly put 137 asylum seekers on two trucks in Indonesia.
Travel warning as strike kills two nationals in Lebanon
The federal government has repeated warnings against travelling to Lebanon after an air strike there killed two Australians.
TikTok privacy breach allegations under spotlight
Concerns social media giant TikTok breached Australian privacy laws through its data harvesting practices are being looked at by the information commissioner.
NKorea military ordered to accelerate war preparations
Under the direction of leader Kim Jong-un, North Korea will expand strategic co-operation with "anti-imperialist independent" countries.
Two-year-old girl drowns in backyard pool
A two-year-old girl has died after being pulled unconscious from a pool in northern NSW as the number of drownings this holiday season continues to rise.
Canberra, Gold Coast could host BBL finals matches
BBL finals could be played in Canberra and the Gold Coast due to venue clashes, while the players' union are open to regular-season matches on Christmas Day.
Marsh’s 96 swings momentum back to Australia at MCG
Mitch Marsh has made Pakistan pay for dropping an easy catch, steering Australia out of trouble and into a commanding position in the Boxing Day Test.
Australian coach Gleeson joins NBA title-chasing Bucks
Former Perth Wildcats championship-winning mentor Trevor Gleeson has linked up again with Adrian Griffin in the NBA, this time at the Milwaukee Bucks.
Kokkinakis hints at future as Nadal touches down
A fit-again Thanasi Kokkinakis still thinks his best tennis is ahead of him, but admits he isn't sure how much longer he can cope with the ATP Tour grind.
Old man Andy Murray not thinking of retirement just yet
Former world No.1 Andy Murray says he will keep playing for as long as he feels healthy and is able to match it with the best players in the world.
Egypt ‘awaiting responses’ on its plan to end Gaza war
The Egyptian government says it is waiting for responses on its plan to end the bloodshed in Gaza including a three-stage framework for a ceasefire.
Fierce heatwave conditions to scorch northern Australia
Most of northern Australia is set for severe heatwave conditions and the weather bureau warns residents to stay indoors and keep the heat out of their homes.
Marsh backs Australia to defend any total at MCG
Mitch Marsh has backed in Australia's bowlers to defend any total after the allrounder steered his team out of major trouble against Pakistan.
Carey helps Australia set Pakistan 317 to win at MCG
Wicketkeeper Alex Carey's first fifty since the start of the Ashes has helped Australia set Pakistan a target of 317 to win the Boxing Day Test at the MCG.
Djokovic, Alcaraz predict Nadal will reach top level
The world's top players Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz maintain Rafael Nadal, who is preparing in Brisbane, will be back at the top of his game.
‘Much loved’ teen surfer killed in shark attack
The surfing community is in mourning after a 15-year-old was killed by a shark on South Australia's Yorke Peninsula, the state's third fatal attack this year.
Australia readies to welcome in the new year
Huge crowds are expected to ring in the new year at public events across Australia with one in three people set to take advantage of free sites.
Starc strikes early in Pakistan’s chase of 317 at MCG
Pakistan have stumbled to 1-25 in their chase of Australia's 317 in the Boxing Day Test following an early breakthrough from star quick Mitchell Starc.
Oli lapping up life at sea and a place in race history
Bob Williams' cat Oli has been enjoying some time in the cockpit aboard Sylph VI at the tail-end of the Sydney to Hobart fleet.
Storm and flood recovery ‘stretched’ amid heatwave
The federal emergency management minister has warned that Queensland's recovery from multiple natural disasters could "take some time".
Sniffer dogs catching a whiff of invasive ant menace
A specially trained squad of sniffer dogs has been recruited to protect the Northern Territory's unique environment from invasive, aggressive browsing ants.
Cummins takes crucial wicket of Pakistan captain at MCG
Australia captain Pat Cummins has taken the vital wicket of Pakistan skipper Shan Masood to keep the hosts in the box seat to win the second Test.
Ukraine says two hurt as cargo ship hits Black Sea mine
Officials say a civilian cargo ship has struck a Russian mine in the Black Sea near Ukraine's Danube ports, injuring two sailors.
Cummins masterclass inspires Australia to MCG Test win
Pat Cummins has powered Australia to a memorable 79-run win at the MCG after Pakistan lost 5-18 in a dramatic conclusion to the Boxing Day Test.
Ekic hat-trick helps City top Roar in ALW shootout
Melbourne City have bolstered their hold on top spot of the A-League Women's table after overcoming a slow start to outgun the Brisbane Roar 5-3 at AAMI Park.
Israeli tanks, missiles strike Gaza in new offensive
In one of Israel's latest airstrikes, 20 Palestinians were killed and 55 wounded in Rafah, a major town near the southern border with Egypt.