Putin says Ukraine shot down plane, possibly in error
President Vladimir Putin says a Russian military plane carrying 65 Ukrainian soldiers was shot down by Ukraine, likely using American or French missiles.
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Alabama ‘proves’ nitrogen asphyxiation execution
Kenneth Smith writhed and shook as he died from nitrogen asphyxiation, the first death row inmate to undergo the controversial new execution method.
King Charles doing well in hospital after prostate op
King Charles is recovering well after undergoing treatment on an enlarged prostate, royal sources have confirmed.
Sabalenka favoured to win second Australian Open title
Aryna Sabalenka will be the short-priced favourite as she chases a second successive Australian Open title in the women's final against Zheng Qinwen.
Windies out to flip the script by ending win drought
Buoyant West Indies think they can set Australia a challenging victory target when they resume at the Gabba with a lead of 35 runs and nine wickets in hand.
Melbourne United rage at Baynes hit on Clark in NBL win
Melbourne import Ian Clark has been left seeing red after being hit by Aron Baynes' elbow in United's big win over Brisbane.
World Court says Israel must prevent genocide
The United Nations' top court has ordered Israel to do all it can to prevent death, destruction and any acts of genocide in Gaza.
Medvedev into Australian Open final against Sinner
Daniil Medvedev will play Italy's Jannik Sinner in the Australian Open men's final after a five-set semi-final comeback triumph over Alexander Zverev.
JLA’s comeback helps United thump Brisbane in NBL
Jo Lual-Acuil Jr has starred as league leaders Melbourne United recaptured their best NBL form, thrashing the Bullets 93-77 in Brisbane.
King Charles arrives at hospital for prostate surgery
King Charles has gone into hospital in London to have surgery on an enlarged prostate.
Sinner sends Djokovic packing from Australian Open
Italian Jannik Sinner has snapped the 33-match Melbourne Park winning streak of 10-time champion Novak Djokovic to surge into his first Australian Open final.
Warner solution not an open-and-shut case for Australia
Steve Smith and Cameron Green fell cheaply for the second time in two Tests since the experiment to replace the retired long-time opener David Warner began.
Super Rugby Rebels deny voluntary administration status
The Melbourne Rebels are yet to formally enter voluntary administration, however the Super Rugby battlers remain in huge financial strife.
Windies lead by 35 runs after bold Cummins declaration
Australia trail West Indies by 35 runs after day two of the second Test with Pat Cummins notching his highest Test score before declaring at the Gabba.
Masses flock in Brisbane as cricket hit by protests
Rallies for Invasion Day across Brisbane remained civil until incidents at the second day's play between Australia and the West Indies.
Sports move against Australia Day, call for date change
All of Australia's major sporting codes have dropped the use of 'Australia Day' on social media, with clubs and national teams calling for a change of date.
Protest forces Gabba lockdown ahead of play
Protesters entered the Gabba stands ahead of play on day two of the Australia-West Indies Test in Brisbane, forcing the venue into a brief lockdown.
Alabama completes first execution by nitrogen gas
The US state of Alabama has put to death convicted murderer Kenneth Smith, carrying out the first execution using asphyxiation by nitrogen gas.
Many thousands turn out for Invasion Day protests
Invasion Day protests have been held around Australia with tens of thousands of demonstrators calling for an end to discrimination and deaths in custody.
Man, 63, on more than 100 historical child sex charges
A 63-year-old Queensland man has been charged with more 100 child sex offences that occurred over an 11-year period.
Sabalenka’s ominously relaxed approach to Open final
Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka's relaxed approach and rampant run to the Australian Open final could spell trouble for Chinese underdog Zheng Qinwen.
‘A privilege’: Thousands of new citizens call Aust home
Ceremonies around the nation have been officially welcoming more than 22,000 people as Australia's newest citizens.
Phoenix park ALM premiership dreams in trip to Jets
Wellington have a great chance to keep racking up A-League Men's points with Newcastle Jets and Brisbane Roar next up, but they are being cautious.
Australian hockey, AFL’s Kangaroos call for date change
Major sporting codes have dropped the use of "Australia Day" on social media, with clubs and national teams calling for a change of date.
Boxing star Tim Tszyu finally locks in Las Vegas fight
Unbeaten Australian boxing superstar Tim Tszyu has finally secured a fight in Las Vegas and will headline a mega-money pay-per-view card against Keith Thurman.
ACCC to ‘forensically’ probe supermarket prices
The deputy chair of the consumer watchdog says the body will examine information on possible supermarket price gouging as part of a new inquiry.
PM open to crossbench talks on tax cut changes
As the Greens urge further changes to stage three tax cuts, the prime minister says he is open to negotiations to ensure their passage through parliament.
Trump denies sexual assault claims in defamation case
Donald Trump has spoken briefly at his New York defamation trial but still broke the judge's rules by claiming a writer's sexual assault allegations were false.
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Power trial promises to fill up electric cars for $5
Australia's largest energy retailer is launching an electric vehicle trial that will deliver cheap power to drivers who recharge during off-peak times.
Israel braces for World Court ruling
UN judges will rule on South Africa's request for emergency measures against Israel over its war with Hamas in Gaza, while talks continue for a new ceasefire.
Socceroos to face Indonesia in Asian Cup round of 16
The Socceroos will take on Indonesia an Asian Cup round-of-16 clash, with the winners to face the victors of the Saudi Arabia-South Korea blockbuster.