Last Kurdish fighters leave Syria’s Aleppo
Kurdish fighters have been evacuated from a contested neighbourhood in Syria's Aleppo, officials say, in a move that could bring an end to days of clashes.
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Welcome relief arrives for overheated southern states
The worst of a fierce heatwave impacting southern Australia is finally over.
Tragedy as body found with fires burning out of control
A person has died as bushfires tear through a state, with authorities warning it is expected to take weeks to get them under control.
Thousands without power, roads cut as cyclone hits
Residents in Australia's far north are bracing for torrential rain and flooding as ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji continues its march across the state.
Greenland MPs to bring forward meeting to discuss US
A debate in Greenland's parliament about how the island should respond to United States intensions to acquire it is being brought forward, MPs say.
Iran vows to strike back if US intervenes over protests
Activists say the death toll in nationwide protests challenging Iran's government has reached at least 116 people as Tehran warns the US from getting involved.
‘Football family’s with you’: Arsenal emotion for Kyra
Fans and players from Arsenal, as well as their Man Utd opponents, have paid emotional tributes to Matildas ace Kyra Cooney-Cross amid her family plight.
Tens of thousands protest over fatal ICE shooting
Demonstrators in Minneapolis have turned out in huge numbers to protest the fatal shooting of 37-year-old Renee Good.
Number of prisoners released in Venezuela rises to 18
More political prisoners have been released from detention in Venezuela, human rights groups say.
Nicaragua releases prisoners after US demands
Nicaragua's government says it has released dozens of prisoners, after the US embassy called on the Latin American nation to follow in Venezuela's steps.
Hopes Black Friday could sustain spending growth
After a stronger than expected month for consumer spending, pre-Christmas sales could see that trend continue.
‘Winning knows no age’: Venus back in Australia
Seven-time grand slam winner Venus Williams is preparing in Hobart ahead of her 22nd Australian Open, where she well break an age record.
Legal threat not a concern for Mariners coach Moon
The ugly New Year's Eve stoush between Brisbane and Central Coast could still end up having legal ramifications, but Mariners coach Warren Moon isn't worried.
Woods on fire as Townsville overcome resurgent Flyers
The Townsville Fire have survived an almighty scare to defeat the Southside Melbourne Flyers and keep alive their hopes of finishing on top of the WNBL ladder.
Rain puts dampener on Steve Smith’s Big Bash return
The Sydney Sixers' clash against the Hobart Hurricanes has been washed out after five overs, with Steve Smith unbeaten when play was abandoned.
Seventh heaven: world No.1 flexes in Brisbane defence
World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka has withstood in-form Marta Kostyuk to defend her Brisbane title in what was her seventh-straight finals appearance in the country.
Heart in mouth: Roar hold on for ALW win over Victory
Melbourne Victory have missed the chance to go equal top on the A-League Women ladder after suffering an upset 1-0 loss to Brisbane Roar.
Resurgent Jets snatch away win over Melbourne City
Newcastle have handed Melbourne City a 1-0 defeat at AAMI Park to claim their second win on the spin and rise to fourth on the A-League Men table.
Swiatek fitness concerns dampen Polish Cup triumph
After suffering two heartbreaking finals losses, Poland have their hands on the United Cup after denying Switzerland a fairytale victory at the mixed showpiece.
‘Angry Medvedev, calm Medvedev’: Russian finds ‘flow’
Russia's former world No.1 Daniil Medvedev will arrive in Melbourne a threat again after a title-winning week in Brisbane spent tinkering with his game.
Israeli fire kills three people in Gaza, tension rises
Fighting has largely abated since Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas agreed to a ceasefire in Gaza but has not stopped entirely.
Eddy defies odds to win Australian road race crown
Pat Eddy has won the Australian elite men's road race title, defying the might of Jayco AlUla and sending a strong message to his old team.
Sweden PM ‘highly critical’ of US rhetoric on Greenland
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson says the United States "should thank Denmark" rather than engage in rhetoric about Greenland.
Eddy shines, Jayco AlUla left rueing men’s road race
While Patrick Eddy deserved to win the men's elite road race at the Australian championships, Jayco AlUla's tactics late in the race raised eyebrows.
Open warning: Sabalenka has it ‘figured out’
No longer just relying on her power, world No.1 Aryna Sabalenka is happy to hear the improvements in the subtler arts of tennis are starting to show.
Premier hoses down fire funds row, as victim identified
Questions about a state's emergency services preparedness have been slapped down by a premier, as the identity of the first victim of ongoing fires is revealed.
Cyclone leaves trail of damage as floods isolate towns
Residents of isolated communities might be cut off for months, with roads and water supplies damaged by heavy rain left behind by ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji.
Ukraine says it hit Russia oil platforms in Caspian Sea
Ukraine's military says it has struck three drilling platforms in the Caspian Sea belonging to the Russian oil firm Lukoil.
Hamas says govt will dissolve when Gazan body installed
Hamas' government in the Gaza Strip will be dissolved once a Palestinian technocratic leadership committee takes over, the militant group says.
Trump weighs tough response to Iran protest crackdown
US President Donald Trump says he is considering options, including military action, against Iran as mass protests pose a major challenge to clerical rule.
Why Sean Abbott won’t give up on T20 World Cup hopes
Sydney Sixers gun Sean Abbott missed the cut for Australia's Twenty20 World Cup squad but is on stand-by for a late call-up.