England overcome send-off to beat Nigeria on penalties
England star midfielder Lauren James will miss their Women's World Cup quarter-final after being sent off in the Lionesses 4-2 win over Nigeria on penalties.
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Matildas daring to dream as ‘scary’ Kerr prospect looms
Australia head into their World Cup quarter-final believing they can beat anyone, with the return of skipper Sam Kerr further strengthening a potent attack.
Cook of deadly suspected mushroom meal denies foul play
A woman at the centre of a deadly suspected mushroom poisoning of four people has spoken of her devastation and denied any wrongdoing.
Businesses weigh up banning TikTok on phones of workers
Australian workers may be banned from accessing apps such as TikTok and WeChat as a study reveals more companies are planning to restrict the apps.
Probe intensifies into blaze that killed man, five boys
The premier and emergency chiefs have met first responders as investigations continue into a devastating Queensland blaze that killed a man and five boys.
Aussies Petricola, Forster claim para-cycling gold
Para-cyclists Emily Petricola and Alana Forster have both won gold medals at the world champs, but Logan Martin had to settle for silver in the BMX freestyle.
Seven dead as Europe hit by storms and heavy flooding
At least six people have died amid heavy storms, floods and landslides across Slovenia, Austria and Croatia.
Guns seized, hundreds of charges laid in bikie blitz
Almost 2100 police officers joined have forces for the bikie-focused Taskforce Morpheus, ultimately arresting almost 160 people and laying about 700 charges.
Man fined after crushing plover’s nest with car
A man who was filmed driving over a masked lapwing plover's nest and crushing the birds has been hit with a $718 fine.
Queensland fire: bodies of five children, father found
A mother has survived a devastating early morning house fire on Queensland's Russell Island that has claimed the lives of her husband and five sons.
Voice negativity is ‘political ruin’- ex-Nationals MP
An ex-Nationals MP turned Independent says the federal coalition's strident opposition to an Indigenous voice to parliament is the road to political ruin.
Russia strikes Ukraine with missiles, drones: air force
Kyiv's air force says its defence has destroyed 30 out of 40 cruise missiles and all 27 of the Shahed drones launched on Ukraine in Russia's latest attack.
Mini to Porsche: more classic cars are turning electric
Australian automotive start-ups are working on ways to turn classic cars into electric vehicles, as demand for conversions spikes.
New ground-breaking technology will aid chicken farming
Scientists have created camera software to help farmers work out the weight and health of their chickens and the technology could be adapted for other animals.
Homeless services in demand for Australians on the edge
As the cost-of-living crisis pushes more and more Australians to the brink, homelessness has never been a more real threat to so many.
Niger’s ousted PM hopes talks can end military coup
Niger's ousted prime minister Ouhoumoudou Mahamadou says he thinks diplomacy can reverse a military coup in his country.
Australia gets wake-up call on materials manufacturing
Australia must ramp up its ability to make the materials and components needed for big renewable energy projects coming down the pipeline, industry heads say.
Another men’s pursuit calamity ends Aussie medal hopes
A calamity at the starting gate has cost Australia's pursuit men any chance of a world championship team medal in Glasgow.
Dystopian or optimistic? Artist’s unsettling endeavour
Visionary "speculative architect" Liam Young is having his first Australian solo show at the National Gallery of Victoria.
Diamonds edge Jamaica to make netball World Cup final
Australia have booked a netball World Cup final clash with England after shading Jamaica 57-54 in a dramatic semi-final in Cape Town.
Pearson asked to take ‘yes’ message stick to Canberra
The leaders of 13 Arnhem Land clan groups have asked activist Noel Pearson to carry their message of support for an Indigenous voice to parliament, to Canberra.
Souths at crossroads in NRL season: Demetriou
South Sydney coach Jason Demetriou says the Rabbitohs must decide what the 2023 NRL season means to them before it is too late.
Hot Knights sweat on groin injury to Bradman Best
The Newcastle Knights could be without some key players for their NRL clash with Canterbury.
Consumer confidence in the spotlight this week
A peak inside the minds of consumers, courtesy of two major surveys due this week, will reveal how households are faring as the economic challenges mount.
Pakistani court hands ex-PM Khan three-year sentence
A court has sentenced Imran Khan to three years in prison for illegally selling state gifts, potentially barring him from contesting an upcoming election.
Sharp-shooting Sydney hold off GWS for crucial AFL win
Sydney have kept GWS at bay to seal an 11-point victory and stay in touch with the AFL top eight in an enthralling clash at Giants Stadium.
Man shot dead by police at home near Brisbane
An investigation has been launched after a man was shot dead by police at a home near Brisbane.
Cats’ AFL flag defence alive after tight win over Power
Ollie Henry has kicked a career-best four goals to help lift Geelong to a 12-point win over Port Adelaide in an entertaining contest at GMHBA Stadium.
Sharks snap slump in NRL upset defeat of Souths
Cronulla have recaptured their mojo, upsetting South Sydney 26-16 to consolidate their spot inside the NRL's top eight.
Pakistan’s Imran Khan sentenced to three years in jail
Police have arrested former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan after a court sentenced him to three years in jail for illegally selling state gifts.
Nick Daicos, Murphy hurt as Magpies stunned by Hawks
Hawthorn have had their best win of the season, while the ladder-leading Magpies have a couple of big injuries and much to ponder after two-straight losses.