Northern summer the hottest ever measured: UN agency
The UN's World Meteorological Organization says August is estimated to have been around 1.5C warmer than the pre-industrial average.
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Eleven killed in floods in Greece, Turkey and Bulgaria
At least 11 people have died and several are missing after torrential rains and flash floods struck Turkey, Bulgaria and Greece.
Threatened species list just got a whole lot longer
Dozens of plants and animals have been added to Australia's long list of threatened species, with 14 catapulting into the critically endangered category.
Plan to shield native species from threat posed by cats
The federal government has released a new plan that aims to stop feral and pet cats from driving more native species to extinction.
Bancroft set for another chance in final-day chase
Australia will need to bat well on the final day against New Zealand A to win their four-day match, after Mitchell Perry took 3-58 for the hosts.
Russian shelling in eastern Ukrainian city kills 17: PM
At least 17 people have been killed and many wounded in a Russian attack on the city of Kostiantynivka in eastern Ukraine, officials say.
PM confirms China trip in ‘frank and constructive’ talk
Anthony Albanese has confirmed accepting an invitation to visit Chinese President Xi Jinping later this year, following talks with the country's premier.
Salmon farmers at odds with destock call to save skate
Tasmania's salmon industry is resisting advice to destock pens in a harbour in order to save an ancient fish on the brink of extinction.
Demons ready for ‘big stage’ after 2022 finals failure
Humbled by a straight-sets exit from the finals at the MCG last year, Melbourne feel ready for their qualifying final showdown against Collingwood.
Strip search of women ‘context’ for Qatar refusal: King
Catherine King says the mistreatment of a group of Australian women was linked to her decision to block Qatar Airways' request for more flights.
Government ‘helping hand’ ideal to control prices: Lowe
A bigger role for government in managing economic cycles and acting on sluggish productivity features on Philip Lowe's wish list for a stronger Australia.
Practical industry options to cut through hydrogen hype
Rivals are rolling out ambitious industrial policies and Australia must match these on its own terms, a business group will tell a hydrogen summit.
Keys sets up Sabalenka US Open semi showdown
Maddison Keys and Aryna Sabalenka have both won their respective US Open quarter-finals 6-1 6-4 to set up a final-four showdown.
Activists say Sudanese army strikes kill at least 32
Activist group Emergency Lawyers has accused the Sudanese army of killing at least 32 people in artillery strikes on Omdurman.
Aussie star Starc wants to end long IPL absence
Star Australia quick Mitchell Starc will nominate for the Indian Premier League auction as he plans to end a nine-year hiatus from the mammoth T20 tournament.
COVID-19 cases rise again in northern hemisphere: WHO
The World Health Organisation says COVID-19 case numbers are on the rise in the northern hemisphere, with hospitalisations up in North America, Europe and Asia.
Key Wallaby Samu Kerevi fit to play in World Cup opener
The Wallabies say Samu Kerevi is available for selection for their opening World Cup match against Georgia.
Storm Lee now a hurricane as it churns across Atlantic
Tropical Storm Lee has strengthened into a hurricane with maximum sustained winds of 120km/h, and is heading towards the northeast Caribbean.
Advisory group to give victims of crime more of a say
The Palaszczuk government in Queensland will establish an independent advisory group to give more support and say to victims of crime.
Swift action urged to help save endangered parrot
Some states are yet to sign on to a new recovery plan that has been designed to help save the critically endangered swift parrot.
‘Fingers crossed’ European trade deal will come through
Australia and the EU could hold further talks on a free trade agreement in coming weeks, but the trade minister insists it must be in the national interest.
How Storm beat Broncos to Cameron Munster’s signature
There is a back story to how Melbourne edged out Brisbane to sign Cameron Munster in 2013, with the star No.6 saying it was the best decision he's made.
Love hurts: scam leaves trio $500,000 out of pocket
Three men have learned just how much love hurts after an alleged scam left the trio almost $500,000 out of pocket.
Bushfire survivors call for pause on coal, gas projects
Members and senators in Canberra are being lobbied to ensure coal and gas approvals are stopped while the Labor government reviews national environmental laws.
Tough times set up Carlton’s AFL finals campaign
Carlton have been on a rollercoaster throughout the AFL season and Michael Voss believes it has steeled his players for the elimination final against Sydney.
Picklum’s ‘screw loose’ foundation for WSL title tilt
Being urged onto the big waves by the "screw loose" North Shelly Boardriders has a lot to do with Molly Picklum's rise to world title contention.
Egan, DWZ return to Penrith as more dangerous Warriors
Wayde Egan and Dallin Waetene-Zelezniak once called Penrith home, but they will return as far more dangerous players for the Warriors in the NRL finals.
Talakai admits axe saved his season at the Sharks
Cronulla centre Siosifa Talakai has praised coach Craig Fitzgibbon for his decision to drop him mid-season, believing the wake-up call turned his year around.
Why Brisbane coach Walters opted for Arthars over Oates
Brisbane coach Kevin Walters has revealed why he picked Jesse Arthars over the experienced Corey Oates and says the Storm finals clash will be won in the mind.
Cameron rattled no longer as finals, milestone collide
Brisbane's All-Australian small forward Charlie Cameron has overcome the mental demons of a mid-season collision to enter another AFL finals campaign on-song.
Hunt for gunman at large after grain silo shooting
Members of the public have been warned to stay indoors as police search for a gunman after a person was shot at a grain silo east of Perth.