Snake bites and sightings reach a summer peak
Snake bites have sent three people to hospital in the space of three hours as the reptiles are prevalent during Aussie summer.
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Flood-hit northern Australia braces for more storms
Another cyclone is set to threaten flood-hit Australian regions, but the timing of the wild weather and where it will pass over the coast, are still unknown.
US launches more strikes on Houthi anti-ship missiles
The US has once again attacked targets of the Iranian-backed Houthi militia in Yemen, striking three anti-ship missiles it says were aimed at the Red Sea.
NRL hope new kick-off rules reduce concussions
New NRL rules encouraging short kick-offs and dropouts are aimed at unpredictability, but there is also a hope from head office it will reduce concussions.
Biden speaks with Netanyahu on Gaza, Palestinian state
US President Joe Biden discussed his vision for peace in the Middle East and a two state-solution in a phone call with Benjamin Netanyahu, the White House said.
No crystal ball for extreme weather events, boffins say
El Nino and other factors make extreme weather events more difficult to predict, say scholars following scrutiny in the wake of destructive floods and storms.
Jury indicts Alec Baldwin in fatal film set shooting
Manslaughter charges against Hollywood heavyweight Alec Baldwin over a deadly film set shooting have been revived.
Aussie stint set Dwarshuis on BBL final path for Sixers
Sydney Sixers paceman Ben Dwarshuis has fed off his T20 cameo with Australia, culminating in his match-winning bowling display to secure a home BBL final.
Picture perfect AI phone tools to blur lines of reality
Generative artificial intelligence can create stunning content but experts warn strict rules are needed to ensure viewers know what's real and what's fake.
Wildcats and JackJumpers join United in NBL title race
The Perth Wildcats and Tasmania JackJumpers have shown Melbourne United have a fight on their hands to win the NBL title.
Teenager knocks world No.1 Swiatek out of Open
World No.1 Iga Swiatek has crashed out of the Australian Open in the third round after suffering a shock three-set loss to Czech teenager Linda Noskova.
Alcaraz set for first-time test from Chinese young gun
World No.2 Carlos Alcaraz will find himself in the unusual position of the elder statesman when he faces rising star Juncheng Shang in the AO's third round.
Israeli drones ‘attack southern Gaza hospital’
Israel has been accused of firing on a hospital in southern Gaza using drones as its forces press into the city of Khan Younis.
Tye swings BBL clash Perth’s way before Strikers rally
The Perth Scorchers have been set 156 to beat Adelaide in their BBL knockout clash, the prize a date with Brisbane to fight for a spot in the final.
Australia’s Test bowlers on cusp of rare streak
After trouncing the West Indies, captain Pat Cummins expects Australia's bowlers to achieve the rare feat of playing five consecutive Test matches this summer.
Scorchers win toss, Strikers bat in knockout BBL final
The Perth Scorchers have won the toss and chosen to bowl first at Optus Stadium in their Big Bash League knockout final against Adelaide.
Cabinet meet to discuss rising cost-of-living pressures
The federal cabinet has been called back to Canberra before parliament resumes as the Albanese government looks to ease cost-of-living pressures.
Deadly De Minaur races into fourth round at Open
Alex de Minaur is the first home hope to reach the fourth round of the Australian Open men's singles in three successive years since Lleyton Hewitt in 2005.
Anisimova powers into Australian Open fourth round
American powerhouse Amanda Anisimova has set up an Australian Open fourth-round showdown with defending Melbourne Park champion Aryna Sabalenka.
Deadly pest with painful sting continues marching south
A northern NSW community has been warned to watch out for a potentially deadly pest after a gardener disturbed a nest and suffered blistering pain.
GB riders Onley, Williams dominate Willunga in Tour
Rising Scottish cycling star Oscar Onley has won at Willunga Hill, while Stephen Williams of Wales leads the Tour Down Under after finishing second.
Cotton and Wildcats make it five straight wins in NBL
Bryce Cotton has demonstrated his full range of talent as the Perth Wildcats fired to thump Brisbane Bullets 118-86 at their RAC Arena home.
Downed Ukrainian drone causes Russian oil depot blaze
A suspected Ukrainian drone shot down in western Russia has caused a fire at a major oil depot.
Sixers thump Heat to book BBL final at SCG
Ben Dwarshuis has taken 5-21 to wrap up a 39-run BBL qualifying final win for the Sydney Sixers over Brisbane, set-up by captain Moses Henriques' 59.
Wong returns to Australia after Middle East trip
Foreign Minister Penny Wong returns from a trip to the Middle East as an Australian live export ship is diverted from the Red Sea due to Houthi attacks.
Croker, Japan’s Shinchi win Australian amateur titles
Queensland golfer Quinn Croker has won the Australian Amateur men's title at Yarra Yarra while Japanese teenager Mamika Shinchi took the women's crown.
Emergency services workforce complaints to be reviewed
The Queensland government has announced a six-month independent review of the fire and emergency services department's workforce complaints.
Hybrid hype drives Camry out of showrooms
Ahead of the arrival of a new-generation Camry, the popularity of Toyota's hybrid engines means the sedan could be a scarcity for a while.
More evacuations expected in flood-hit regions
Another cyclone is set to threaten flood-hit Australian regions, with more heavy rainfall and evacuations predicted.
Osteopath sentenced for sexual assaults on two patients
A Brisbane osteopath has admitted sexually assaulting two women who had been longstanding patients, saying he was under stress after the COVID-19 pandemic.
‘Boring’ Schmidt not here to sell Wallabies dream
New Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt presented himself as the antithesis of predecessor Eddie Jones as he addressed the challenge of rebuilding the national team.