Death toll soars after high-speed train crash in Spain
A high-speed train has derailed and smashed into another oncoming train in southern Spain in a collision that killed at least 39 people.
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Ice skaters get nod for Australian Winter Olympics team
Four ice skaters will make their Olympic debut at the Milan-Cortina Games and are the first athletes named in the Australian team.
‘A home left quieter’: sombre MPs grieve Bondi victims
Jewish MPs have comforted one another as emotional condolence motions were delivered in parliament to remember the 15 people slain in the Bondi terror attack.
Harry’s lawyer tells court Mail complicit in wrongdoing
Prince Harry's case against the Daily Mail publisher over allegations of unlawful information gathering is under way in Britain's High Court.
Smith has mixed feelings on T20 World Cup omission
Steve Smith says he would accept a late offer to join Australia's T20 World Cup squad after continuing his red-hot form for Sydney Sixers.
More saved than lost after firefighters battle blaze
Firefighters have been lauded after they helped wrangle a bushfire that tore through hundreds of hectares and destroyed three structures.
PM may win gun fight, but battle looms with states
The prime minister looks to have shored up support for a national guns buyback scheme after the Bondi terror attack, but another fight still looms.
Fans warned to ‘come prepared’ amid mass crowds at AO
Eager fans are urged to have their tickets ready and come prepared after record-breaking crowds flocked to Melbourne Park causing lengthy delays.
Scorchers back Super Cooper to regain batting touch
Perth will host the Sydney Sixers in a blockbuster Big Bash final and Cooper Connolly will be hoping to make a huge impact with both bat and ball.
Hearing checks urged before children return to school
Hearing problems can affect a child's ability to listen, learn and build important skills at school, and Indigenous children are at higher risk of ear issues.
Russian veteran Medvedev makes Open move
Three-time runner-up Daniil Medvedev has matched his lean 2024 grand slam haul by reaching the second round of the Australian Open with a straight-sets win.
‘I want more’: de Minaur sets sights on Open glory
Alex de Minaur yearns to contend for Australian Open glory after making the fastest and most impressive start to his home grand slam yet.
Beaches closed after third shark attack in two days
Authorities have closed multiple Sydney beaches as a man fights for his life following the third shark attack in just two days.
Dockers recruit ‘brings the noise’ to ruck battle
Former Collingwood premiership player Mason Cox is hard to miss at his new AFL home, already vying with Sean Darcy to become Fremantle's top ruckman.
‘Horrific’: pack of dingoes found near woman’s body
A woman's body has been found on an island with markings that indicate she was "interfered with" by dingoes but police will not speculate on her cause of death.
Gauff, Pegula move into Australian Open second round
The American women's top seeds have breezed into the Australian Open second round, with world No.3 Coco Gauff joined by Amanda Anisimova and Jessica Pegula.
‘Right fit’: D’Agostino roaring towards World Cup goal
Socceroos striker Nick D'Agostino has returned to Brisbane Roar to score goals and convince old mentor Tony Popovic he is worthy of a World Cup berth.
Aussie surfers make waves at junior world titles
Australians Dane Henry and Isla Huppatz are junior world surfing champions after claiming titles in the Philippines.
Why London is shaping Sydney’s protest slogan debate
Momentum is building after the Bondi terror attack to outlaw a slogan favoured by pro-Palestine activists, but its meaning remains heavily contested.
Potential drugs claim delays helicopter collision probe
A second round of coronial hearings into one of Australia's worst air disasters has been delayed for more than five months after a new witness came forward.
‘Deeply sad day’: leaders mourn Labor figure’s death
Tributes have flowed for a prominent Labor strategist who died weeks after allegedly being assaulted outside an inner city nightclub.
‘Connected’ rising Titans star in second-row battle
Gold Coast's 2025 rookie of the year Josh Patston has his sights on a starting back-row spot after embracing the changes made by new coach Josh Hannay.
Motorcyclist charged after two police horses injured
A motorcyclist has been accused of accelerating into two police horses on the Gold Coast, with police releasing footage of the incident.
Japan PM Takaichi to call February 8 snap election
Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has announced a decision to dissolve the lower house of parliament and hold snap elections on February 8.
Syrian government deal with Kurdish fighters unravels
A deal between the Syrian government and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces seems to be unravelling after new outbreaks of clashes.
Anti-hate laws pass parliament in late-night sitting
Contentious reforms aimed at better protecting the Jewish community have passed parliament, but not without fierce political debate.
Green light for Invasion Day march despite protest ban
Controversial protest restrictions after the Bondi terror attack will continue for at least a fortnight but Invasion Day rallies will be allowed to go ahead.
Trump ties Greenland to not getting Nobel Peace Prize
Donald Trump has linked his bid to take control of Greenland to his failure to win a Nobel Prize, as a row over the island threatens to reignite a trade war.
Prince Harry says publisher’s actions left him paranoid
Prince Harry's lawyer says a newspaper publisher's methods of information-gathering left the Duke of Sussex "paranoid beyond belief".
‘Tough to take’: Open exit leaves Popyrin shattered
After a heartwrenching first-round exit at the Australian Open, Alexei Popyrin says he needs to "really look deep inside" himself to try and turn his form.
Jones evolution on track as teen star eyes next level
Exciting Gold Coast teenager Emerson Jones is 0-3 against opponents ranked in the top 20, but believes those experiences will hold her in good stead in future.