Swiatek in Pole position to embrace world No.1 ranking
Polish star Iga Swiatek says she is now better placed to handle the pressure of being the world's best player as she tries to add to her tally of four majors.
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Ukraine says Russian missile barrage kills 18
Ukraine's air force says it shot down 87 cruise missiles and 27 drones as officials in Kyiv blamed Russian attacks for killing 18 people across the country.
Melb City destroy hapless Roar with 8-1 ALM drubbing
Melbourne City have recorded the equal largest win in A-League Men history with an 8-1 humiliation of Brisbane Roar at AAMI Park.
Cotton ensures Wildcats keep NBL momentum going
Bryce Cotton blew the Adelaide 36ers away like only he can in Thursday night's NBL match-up as the Perth Wildcats scored a comfortable 100-82 victory.
South Africa seeks ICJ genocide order against Israel
Israel has rejected South Africa's launch of a genocide case against it at the International Court of Justice as a "blood libel" with no legal merit.
Sudan RSF leader visits Ethiopia in rare wartime tour
Rapid Support Forces leader General Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo says he has visited Ethiopia and met the country's prime minister for talks about the Sudan conflict.
Australia’s most expensive cities for petrol revealed
Perth retains its title as Australia's cheapest petrol capital with regular unleaded costing an average of 183.9 cents per litre for 2023.
Sydney to Hobart yacht towed to safety as arrivals grow
More than a dozen yachts have added their names to the Sydney to Hobart finish list, with Tasmania's Alive expected to be named overall winner.
Hospital patients unable to return to storm hit homes
Severe east coast thunderstorms are being predicted as wet weather continues, with some hospital patients impacted by devastating storms unable to return home.
Australia cruise to five-wicket ODI win over India
Phoebe Litchfield, Ellyse Perry and Tahlia McGrath made a difficult run chase look easy as Australia sailed home against India.
South Africa files genocide case against Israel at ICJ
Israel has rejected South Africa's launch of a genocide case against it at the International Court of Justice as a "blood libel" with no legal merit.
Australians are ready to ignite in force for 2024
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.
US man charged over posts following Australian shooting
Arizona police say Donald Day demonstrated "a desire to incite violence" with his online posts following an attack in Australia in which six people died.
Alive named overall 2023 Sydney to Hobart winner
Tasmanian yacht Alive has been declared the overall winner of the 78th edition of the Sydney to Hobart, claiming handicap honours for the second time.
More severe thunderstorms forecast across NYE weekend
Severe thunderstorms are expected to return to parts of eastern Australia, putting a dampener on New Year's Eve celebrations.
Storm and flood recovery stretched as heatwave hits
Queensland's recovery from multiple natural disasters could take some time, with devastating storms and scorching heat smashing parts of the state.
Three-all Australian ties in first-round Brisbane draw
The Brisbane International draw has tossed up three all-Australian first-round clashes and a repeat of the 2013 final between Andy Murray and Grigor Dimitrov.
Great snakes, on-court drama for Thiem in Brisbane
A snake catcher was called after play was interrupted at the Brisbane International in the match between Austrian Dominic Thiem and Australian James McCabe.
Dutch duo cause double trouble for Norway in United Cup
Doubles experts Demi Schuurs and Wesley Koolhof have helped the Netherlands claim a 2-1 United Cup win over Norway in Sydney.
Osaka ready for Brisbane, but Czech Muchova withdraws
Ahead of her comeback Naomi Osaka says she has a new pain threshold after giving birth, while Brisbane third seed Karolina Muchova is out with a wrist injury.
Long road to recovery for storm-ravaged Queensland
Gold Coast residents fear the road to recovery may be a long one after storms tore through the area on Christmas night, leaving thousands still without power.
Fighting between Israeli forces and Hamas rages
Israel has rejected South Africa's launch of a genocide case against it, as fighting continues in Gaza.
Sixers’ Edwards claims three to keep Thunder to 7-151
Sydney Sixers seamer Jack Edwards has claimed career-best BBL figures of 3-24 to help contain the Sydney Thunder to 7-151 in their cross-town derby.
Yacht damage, broken bones in squally Sydney to Hobart
Inconsistent weather is making life difficult for the Sydney to Hobart fleet, with Tasmanian yacht Alive primed to take out overall honours for the second time.
Edwards shines but rain wrecks Sixers’ BBL hopes
Sydney's rain has denied the Sixers a chance to beat cross-town rivals the Thunder, with umpires taking players off an over before the match could be declared.
China’s Zheng shines, Dutch triumph in United Cup
China's Zheng Qinwen is not letting her three-set United Cup victory over Czechia's Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova go to her head.
Australian shares finish 2023 up 7.8 per cent
The local share market fell 0.4 per cent on Friday, snapping its two-day rally, but December will still be its best month since November 2020.
Teen shark attack victim had a ‘passion for surfing’
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.
Pakistan fume over umpiring and technology in defeat
Pakistan have claimed they were the better team in the Boxing Day Test, but believe technology decided the result in Australia's 79-run victory.
Surge in drownings prompts water safety warning
Dozens of tragic deaths have authorities urging Australians to stay safe as they head to the water during the Christmas and New Year holidays.
Cummins stars in Australia’s thrilling MCG Test triumph
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.