Schitt’s Creek, Home Alone star Catherine O’Hara dies
Catherine O'Hara, who starred in the Beetlejuice and Home Alone film franchises and won an Emmy for her performance in the TV sitcom Schitt's Creek, has died.
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Resources tipped to win another wild earnings season
Fund managers are expecting more dramatic swings this reporting season, with mining companies likely to do particularly well given the boom in commodities.
For Oz music, this is the best of times – and the worst
While Australian artists are rushing the Grammys, local musicians are fighting to be heard at home.
‘Milestone deal’ for 100,000 first homes target
Other states are "very keen to sign up" to a federal plan for 100,000 new first homes after Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced the opening deal.
Thousands protest against ICE campaign across the US
Thousands of Americans have braved freezing conditions to demonstrate as the Department of Justice launches an investigation into the shooting of Alex Pretti.
Trump, Netanyahu stirred tensions in protests: Iran
Donald Trump, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and European leaders are seeking to fragment Iranian society, President Masoud Pezeshkian says.
Charity founder charged with sexual assault, rape
A well-known charity founder has fronted court after being charged with more than 50 offences, including rape.
Sworn to success: the motto behind Cadel race winner
New Zealand cyclist Ally Wollaston overcame illness to become the first men's or women's two-time winner at the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road race.
At least 200 killed in mine collapse in eastern Congo
Authorities say 200 people have been killed in a landslide at coltan mines, which are controlled by the M23 rebels in eastern Congo.
Cummins ruled out of T20 World Cup, Smith snubbed
Star quick Pat Cummins will miss Australia's T20 World Cup campaign due to the back injury that prematurely ended his Ashes summer.
Test contender’s reality check as Tahs pump sloppy Reds
World Cup Wallaby Carter Gordon showed glimpses of form in the No.10 for the Reds in his rugby return but was on the wrong end of a Waratahs trial game defeat.
Former PM denies meeting as Epstein files released
A former Australian prime minister has been named in newly released documents on Jeffrey Epstein, but he says those diary entries can't be taken on face value.
Jets flex muscles on Roar thanks to Bayliss brace
Newcastle's revival under first-year coach Mark Milligan has continued, with Lachlan Bayliss scoring a career-first double against Brisbane Roar.
Birthday girl Froling stars as Fire beat Capitals
Townsville Fire have celebrated Alicia Froling's 30th birthday with a dominant 16-point victory over Canberra, giving them an excellent chance to finish top.
Sydney’s teens star to hammer trash-talking Wanderers
Sydney FC have claimed their most dominant win of the A-League Men season to date, smashing Western Sydney Wanderers 4-1.
Rybakina upsets Sabalenka to win Australian Open
Big-hitting Kazakh Elena Rybakina has avenged her 2023 final loss to win the Australian Open with a three-set victory over world No.1 Aryna Sabalenka.
Rybakina upsets Sabalenka to win Australian Open
Big-hitting Kazakh Elena Rybakina has avenged her 2023 final loss to win the Australian Open with a three-set victory over world No.1 Aryna Sabalenka.
Rafah crossing reopens, Israeli strikes kill 32 in Gaza
Israel has reopened the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt after nearly two years on a trial basis to test security screening.
Woeful Australia sent spinning in World Cup warm-up
Australia's T20 World Cup preparations have hit problems as Pakistan's spinners bowled them to a chastening series defeat with a 90-run thrashing in Lahore.
Lightning coach cries foul over refereeing ‘disrespect’
A lopsided fourth-quarter foul count left Adelaide Lightning coach Aja Parham-Ammar furious as her side fell to last place after losing at Southside Flyers.
Heat eases in southeast but WA still red hot
The heatwave that brought sweltering temperatures to most of Australia's southern states has eased but WA has been warned to brace for more hot weather.
Ukraine, Russia, US to hold peace talks in in Abu Dhabi
A new round of US-brokered peace talks between Ukraine and Russia will take place in Abu Dhabi on February 4 and 5.
Victim relief as key sentencing test to be abolished
People convicted of a crime will no longer receive lesser sentences because they are of "good character" in a seismic change to deliver more justice to victims.
Ayatollah warns of regional war if US attacks Iran
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has warned the United States against attacking the country.
Pakistan forces kill 145 militants after attacks
Pakistan forces are hunting for the separatists behind a string of deadly co-ordinated attacks in restive Balochistan province.
Epstein documents include probe emails about his death
US Justice Departments documents related to Jeffrey Epstein include emails between investigators about his death in 2019.
It’s not just you: fake videos look more real than ever
Artificially intelligent image creation tools are becoming more sophisticated and easier to use but that is making it harder to tell what is real online.
Fire, floods and fur: keeping pets safe in a disaster
Pet owners are being urged to plan ahead for weather extremes to avoid putting themselves, their furry friends and emergency services in danger.
Trump orders federal agents to stay away from protests
A day after thousands marched across the US demanding the withdrawal of federal immigration agents, Donald Trump has ordered them to stay away from protests.
How King James hit career-best high on eve of Olympics
Scotty James will arrive for the Milan-Cortina Olympics as the snowboard halfpipe gold medal favourite after delivering new tricks four years in the making.
‘Loved life’: mass paddle-out for young shark victim
A community paddle-out for a boy killed in a shark attack has turned into an emotional tribute for the beloved young surfer.