‘Hell bent’ Giddey finds groove as Thunder crack Spurs
Josh Giddey played his best game of the NBA season as Oklahoma City sliced up Victor Wembanyama's San Antonio Spurs to win 123-87.
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Heat, Strikers win as WBBL race hots up for top spot
Brisbane Heat's Georgia Redmayne (70) starred in a 53-run WBBL win over Hobart, while Adelaide's bowlers have shone in a six-wicket victory over Sydney Thunder.
Insurance claims reveal Qld’s storm damage hotspots
A study of almost 10,000 weather-related home insurance claims across Queensland has revealed the areas worst hit by rain, hail and floods.
US brand plans to drive electric car sales Down Under
General Motors is planning an electric return to the Australian market, revealing it will launch a battery-powered Cadillac and two retail stores.
Tom Slingsby crowned world’s best sailor for third time
Tom Slingsby's continued SailGP dominance and his work on America's Cup hope American Magic have earned the Olympic champion top honours for a third time.
Labor’s SEC safeguard bill appears doomed to fail
The Victorian government is facing defeat in parliament as it tries to change the state constitution to safeguard its state-owned electricity commission.
Paramedics issue new high stakes threat over pay deal
NSW paramedics have upped the ante in their pay battle, threatening to go 'nuclear' by letting their registrations lapse as the state heads into festive season.
Irankunda aims to make instant impact at Bayern Munich
Adelaide United say their teen star Nestory Irankunda attracted wide interest from around the world before settling on German powerhouse Bayern Munich.
Lanning’s retirement call ‘shocking’, Indian rival says
India captain Harmanpreet Kaur admits she was was shocked at long-time rival Meg Lanning's decision to retire from international cricket.
Minjee Lee eyes glorious end to stellar LPGA Tour year
Two-time major winner Minjee Lee is spearheading an impressive five-strong Aussie charge at the LPGA Tour's $10.8 million season-ending championship in Florida.
Queensland faces heatwave, storms, increased fire risk
Heatwave conditions are building across parts of Queensland, prompting a warning from authorities for locals to take precautions against fires and storms.
Cyber security chief on leave over workplace matter
Air Marshal Darren Goldie will end his tenure as National Cyber Security Coordinator after being recalled to Defence over a workplace matter.
No public interest defence for war crime whistleblower
David McBride has had a setback after a judge ruled he couldn't claim he acted in the public interest to disclose classified information alleging war crimes.
‘I began to despise teachers’ victim tells abuse probe
Child sex abuse survivors have detailed their experiences at an inquiry into historical abuse at Victorian primary schools.
Drug raids net $60m of cannabis crop in tunnels on farm
A major international criminal syndicate that was producing hundreds of kilograms of cannabis a week has been smashed after police raided several properties.
Australia could lose 2026 Comm Games hosting rights
Australia could lose hosting rights of the 2026 Commonwealth Games as three other regions emerge as potential saviours of the multi-sport event.
Qld braces for COVID cases as infection wave lifts
Cases of COVID-19 are expected to surge in Queensland over the next fortnight but the chief health officer has vehemently ruled out imposing a mask mandate.
RA CEO rules out any more Suaalli-like raids on NRL
First-year CEO Phil Waugh says Rugby Australia won't be buying into any bidding war with NRL clubs as the player tug-of-war between the two codes escalates.
China trade ban may be unwrapped in time for Christmas
China could lift punitive trade bans on Australian exports in time for Christmas as the Albanese government works to steady the diplomatic relationship.
PM accuses Dutton of weaponising anti-Semitism
Anthony Albanese has hit back at opposition criticism of the government response to the conflict in the Middle East, urging greater social cohesion.
Biden, Xi to meet as US-China tensions grind on
US President Joe Biden and China's Xi Jinping have landed in San Francisco for the APEC summit as they prepared for their first engagement in a year.
Matildas Carpenter, Crummer open with WECL wins
Defending champions Barcelona and eight-time winners Lyon, featuring Aussie Ellie Carpenter, have scored huge wins to open their Champions League group stages.
Wall St rallies, data suggests rate hikes may be over
US indices have made their biggest gains since late April amid indications interest rate hikes may be at an end.
Billion-dollar gang busted but key figures out of reach
An international crime syndicate allegedly trading in prohibited drugs has been disrupted with dozens of people arrested in Australia.
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One of Australia’s cheapest EVs named Car of the Year
It's one of three electric vehicles to launch in Australia for less than $40,000 and Carsales has named the MG4 as the best new car of 2023.
AFL opening round locked in for Queensland, NSW
The Brisbane Lions, Gold Coast, Sydney and GWS will host big Victorian clubs in the AFL's inaugural 'opening round' schedule in 2024.
Atlassian issues AI advice to prevent ‘oops’ moments
Software giant Atlassian will issue guidance to firms considering the use generative AI tools in their businesses to avoid unintended outcomes.
Laws flagged to deal with court decision on detention
The government is working on emergency legislation following the High Court's decision that indefinite immigration detention is unlawful.
Ukrainian troops ‘have secured foothold in the south’
A Ukrainian official says the country's counteroffensive is developing, with its forces securing a foothold on the east bank of the Dnipro River.
Socceroos without Boyle for WCQ clash with Bangladesh
Forward Martin Boyle will miss the Socceroos' opening World Cup qualifier against Bangladesh but will be in contention to face Palestine.
Social fabric strained amid growing financial pain
Australia's social cohesion is under pressure on multiple fronts, including financial stress and worsening economic inequality.