Search resumes for swimmer seen ‘in distress’
A search is continuing for a man who was swimming at a Byron Bay beach before he disappeared under the water.
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North Korea’s Kim heads home from Russia’s far east
North Korea's Kim Jong-un is leaving Russia after touring its Pacific Sea Fleet equipped with strategic nuclear submarines among other military vessels.
Fourteen dead in plane crash in Brazil’s Amazon state
Fourteen people have been killed in a plane crash in Brazil's Barcelos province.
NRLW star Nathan-Wong cleared of neck damage
St George Illawarra NRLW five-eighth Tyla Nathan-Wong has been cleared of neck damage and released from hospital.
Wallabies’ Slipper unsure of passing Gregan Test mark
James Slipper will become the third Wallaby to play in four Rugby World Cups - but he's not sure if he deserves to become the country's most capped player.
Sydney Marathon sets record as country’s biggest ever
This year's Sydney Marathon had more participants than any previously held in Australia as the city looks to join the highest tier of world-class races.
Roosters’ Hopoate faces ban, set to miss NRLW finals
Prop Pani Hopoate is set to miss the Sydney Roosters' NRLW finals tilt after receiving a two-match ban for a hip-drop tackle.
Luai firming to play in Penrith’s preliminary final
Penrith star Jarome Luai looks increasingly likely to play in their NRL preliminary final against Melbourne, as he battles to overcome a shoulder injury.
McStay eyes Brisbane after Pies’ prelim final hurdle
A possible AFL grand final showdown with former club Brisbane is on Collingwood forward Daniel McStay's mind ahead of Friday's preliminary final against GWS.
Storm’s Wishart excited for potential clash with Cleary
Tyran Wishart has started at halfback just twice this season but the Melbourne utility has no fear about a potential clash with Penrith NRL star Nathan Cleary.
Emerald residents return after bushfire evacuations
Residents in Emerald in central Queensland have been told they can return to their homes after earlier evacuating over a fast-moving bushfire.
Titans seal finals spot, Cronulla post record NRLW win
Gold Coast have secured a top-four NRLW finish after comfortably seeing off Canberra 30-6 as Cronulla created history in a 56-6 win over Parramatta.
NSW swelters as spring heatwave warnings issued
The weather bureau has issued heatwave warnings for parts of southern and coastal NSW, as temperatures reach 33C in Sydney and 34C out west.
Broncos’ Arthars regains mojo after Warriors loan year
Brisbane winger Jesse Arthars says a year with the Warriors in 2022 remains "a cherished memory" that also helped him find his best form on his Broncos return.
Stanton stands up again in Suns’ AFLW win over Magpies
Remodelled forward Jamie Stanton kicked three goals and Lucy Single limited Bri Davey's impact as Gold Coast posted a 12-point win over Collingwood.
Water shortage, landmine risk for Libya flood survivors
Bodies are still being pulled from the sea a week after the eastern Libyan city of Derna was hit by devastating floods as survivors face fresh water shortages.
Melbourne Knights to play Roar in Australia Cup semis
Melbourne Knights will host Brisbane Roar in the Australia Cup semi-finals while Melbourne City will welcome Sydney FC.
Travis Head to miss first half of Aussie World Cup bid
Marnus Labuschagne is set to join the World Cup squad with injured Travis Head's availability in doubt on a day when Australia cracked again in South Africa.
Indigenous rugby league pioneer Lionel Morgan dies
The first Indigenous player to represent Australia in rugby league, Lionel Morgan, has died aged 85.
Lions’ eyes on AFLW leaders after Sydney belting
Brisbane have continued their strong AFLW form with a 55-point victory over Sydney but next face a bigger test against ladder leaders North Melbourne.
Snapshot for round three of the AFLW season
A look at round three of the AFLW season as North Melbourne, Melbourne and Adelaide maintained their unbeaten starts and a snake took centre stage in Sydney.
Fire engulfs 18-storey building in Sudanese capital
An 18-storey tower in the centre of Khartoum has caught fire during clashes between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces.
Wallabies fall to Fiji in World Cup horror show
The Wallabies have crashed to their first ever Rugby World Cup loss to Fiji, the 22-15 defeat putting Australia in grave danger of missing the quarter-finals.
Kuss seals Vuelta as Aussie Groves grabs points triumph
Sepp Kuss has sealed a memorable and unexpected Vuelta a Espana triumph in Spain while Australian Kaden Groves made history by taking the points green jersey.
Ukraine recaptures village near Bakhmut, says Zelenskiy
Ukraine's military says the village of Klishchiivka has been retaken as Russia's defence ministry reported three Ukrainian drones had been shot down.
Minister faces court over coal mines’ climate harms
A small conservation group is challenging Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek in court, arguing she failed to adequately consider fossil fuel harms to nature.
New cybersecurity standards to keep Aussies safe online
A set of standards for businesses and developers to ensure digital products have built-in cyber protections will be developed by the federal government.
Energy debate explodes over nuclear transition costs
Energy Minister Chris Bowen has seized on modelling to attack the coalition's commitment to nuclear energy, saying it'd cost hundreds of billions of dollars.
NSW budget targets pre-school ‘drought’ in funding lift
Spending on public pre-schools, increased sexual assault services and major transport projects will be unveiled in the NSW budget.
Kim heads home after final stop in Russia’s Vladivostok
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un is on his way back home after a six-day trip to Russia.
Landmine risk adds to Libya flood clean-up, toll rises
Many people in Libya have been left without fresh drinking water since the floods but there's a new danger: landmines displaced by strong currents.