Passengers ‘elated’ as Greenland cruise ship freed
The Ocean Explorer cruise ship has been successfully pulled free after running aground in Greenland with 206 people on board.
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Roosters-Storm rivalry rages on as another final looms
Five years have passed since the 2018 grand final, but the Melbourne and Sydney Roosters rivalry remains a battle of the NRL-era's two most dominant teams.
Blues’ Cripps primed for semi-final clash with Dees
Despite some concerns, Michael Voss says Carlton captain Patrick Cripps is fully fit and raring to go in the AFL semi-final clash with Melbourne at the MCG.
Carbon farm sale lets descendants return to country
A partnership underpinned by carbon farming will enable a big land station to be returned to a local aboriginal corporation in a move described as empowering.
Indigenous minister blasts comments about colonisation
The minister for Indigenous Australians has described an opponent's comments about British colonisation as offensive and a betrayal of Aboriginal people.
Dawson to wait longer for parole after sex with student
Convicted wife-murderer Christopher Dawson has had one year added to his non-parole period for having a unlawful sexual relationship with one of his students.
Disability inquiry calls for urgent government response
The head of the disability royal commission has thrown down a challenge for all governments to respond to abuse and neglect exposed by the long-running inquiry.
Biden’s son Hunter hit with criminal gun charge
Hunter Biden, the son of US President Joe Biden, has been indicted on three charges over a weapons violation.
Injured Skelton in doubt for Wallabies crunch clash
Wallabies skipper Will Skelton could join Taniela Tupou on the sidelines after suffering a calf injury at training ahead of their World Cup clash with Fiji.
Libya needs rescue equipment, aid to curb cholera: UN
The UN has warned people in Libya need shelter, food, primary medical care because of the worry of cholera, and clean water following catastrophic floods.
Ukrainian forces press on in east, inflict casualties
Ukrainian accounts have outlined fierce fighting in many parts of the eastern front, but no new breakthroughs in the three-month old counter offensive.
Time in coaches’ box helps reinvigorate Nathan Cleary
Nathan Cleary has missed significant game time in each of the last three seasons, but the Penrith ace says that hasn't always been a bad thing.
Qld backs the Gabba as Olympic host site
A Senate inquiry wants a review into the decision to host the 2032 Brisbane Olympics at the Gabba, with concerns about plans to revamp the stadium.
Boyfriend found guilty of Melbourne mum’s murder
Ricardo Barbaro, the boyfriend of Melbourne mum Ellie Price, has been found guilty of her stabbing murder in 2020 following a third trial.
Hastings uncertain for prelim if Knights make it: Coach
Jackson Hastings is missing Newcastle's semi-final against the Warriors and is no certainty to return for next week's preliminary final if the Knights qualify.
Matilda Cooney-Cross wins dream move to Arsenal
Matildas midfielder Kyra Cooney-Cross is bound for London after signing with English heavyweights Arsenal.
Canberra chase big Titans win to seal NRLW finals spot
The final round of the NRLW season includes Canberra hosting Gold Coast in search of a win that would seal their spot in next weekend's finals.
Big Val sets November scales target for Dolphins return
Dolphins centre and cult hero Valynce Te Whare reckons his fish and vegetable diet will help him lose the eight kilograms he wants to shed in the off-season.
Warriors cut ‘kamikaze’ prep for biggest game in decade
Andrew Webster says the Warriors threw themselves too hard into preparations for their qualifying final but feels they've struck a better balance this week.
Influx of NBA scouts on Aussie basketball Blitz
More than 40 NBA scouts will attend the NBL's week-long pre-season tournament on the Gold Coast from Saturday.
Essendon geared up for shot at AFLW heavyweight Crows
Essendon take on Adelaide for the first time when they clash in the AFLW's round three, with both sides eager to maintain their perfect start to 2023.
PM urges renewables shift or risk being left behind
The prime minister has told industry leaders they must move towards renewables or watch as the world passes Australia by.
MacGill charged over drug deal tied to ‘kidnapping’
Ex-Australian cricket star Stuart MacGill will face court charged over an alleged cocaine deal that led to his purported kidnapping.
‘Out of control’ varroa won’t be eradicated: beekeepers
Beekeepers say recent detections of the varroa mite show attempts to eradicate the parasite have failed and the industry must learn to live with it.
Defence in court over soldiers’ crocodile mauling
The Department of Defence has faced court accused of failing in its work health and safety duties after two soldiers were attacked by a crocodile in 2021.
Port coach denies punt on injured players for GWS final
Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley has issued a thinly-veiled barb at GWS while denying he will gamble on injured players in their Adelaide Oval semi-final.
Decorated soldier to lead Repatriation Commission
The federal government has appointed retired Australian Defence Force officer Kahlil Fegan to a key role in overseeing military veteran support.
‘Unlawful’ confession after stabbing sparked riots
A judge has ruled a teenager's confession was unable to be used at his murder trial because Queensland police unlawfully obtained the interview.
The Warriors combination 10 years in the making
Dom Young and Greg Marzhew have been two of the star attractions in Newcastle this year, but the Warriors' wing pairing goes back much further.
Arrest after woman dies in collision with stolen car
A man has been arrested after a carjacking and a high-speed collision that killed a woman on the Sunshine Coast.
Minister blocks release of Qatar flight decision papers
A senior minister has refused to release documents about rejecting more Qatar Airways flights but the deputy prime minister insists "there's nothing to hide".