Fuel pain to last longer despite tax cut kicking in
Fuel prices won't immediately become cheaper at the bowser as a tax cut comes into effect, and might take weeks to flow through to motorists.
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The RBA conflict that could decide its next rates call
Australia's central bank must abandon its narrow path and choose between getting inflation down quickly or keeping unemployment low, economists say.
Vapes may cause cancer despite safer than smoking claim
Using nicotine-based vapes is likely to cause lung and oral cancer, even if e-cigarette users do not smoke tobacco, a watershed academic review has found.
Iran calls US peace proposals ‘unrealistic’
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei says peace proposals from the United States are "unrealistic, illogical and excessive".
‘Barriers remain’ in voluntary assisted dying access
Voluntary assisted dying laws in Australia are largely working as intended, but issues around remote access and obstruction by health facilities remain.
Tech firms ‘taking the mickey’ on teen social media ban
Despite a compliance report saying a large share of teens are still using social media, the government has hailed its youth ban a success.
At least 70 killed in Haiti massacre: rights group
A gang attack has left at least 70 people dead in the town of Petite-Riviere.
Two dead in NY jet collision, ICE deployed to airports
Two pilots are dead and several passengers are in hospital after a plane struck a fire truck while landing at New York's LaGuardia Airport.
Fuel theft and aggression spikes at petrol stations
Service station operators are reporting a rise in fuel theft and customer anger as the cost of fuel continues to climb.
‘Don’t know’: Bellamy’s frank admission on Katoa return
Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy has admitted for the first time he doesn't know if Eliesa Katoa will ever play NRL again after last year's brain seizures.
DCE to let Roosters and their future dictate his 2027
Daly Cherry-Evans spent most of 2025 with his future in the air and as he prepares to take on old club Manly, two young Roosters will determine his 2027.
Bill Cosby guilty of sexual assault, woman awarded $59m
A woman who said Bill Cosby sexually abused her more than 50 years ago has been awarded $US59.25 million in her lawsuit against the US comedian.
Aussie shares bounce as US president offers TACO hope
The US president has dialled down his threats to "obliterate" Iran's power grid, giving the Australian stock market time to breathe - for now.
War of words ‘good fun’ but not focus: father-son star
Brisbane midfield star Will Ashcroft has enjoyed following the off-field back-and-forth between St Kilda and the Lions ahead of their Marvel Stadium meeting.
Te’o quits Broncos after Maguire fracture
Brisbane defensive coach Ben Te'o, the mastermind behind the scrambling defence in the 2025 grand final win, has handed in his resignation.
Hird weighs in as battling Bombers confront rough start
Essendon veteran Kyle Langford says it's up to the players to turn around the Bombers' horror start to the season, while former coach James Hird has weighed in.
Double standard claim as refugees plea for urgent help
Refugees are calling for fair treatment, welcoming a decision to grant Iranian women footballers asylum immediately but questioning why they're being ignored.
‘Stealth’ land claim law parked after Indigenous uproar
Labor has shelved changes to crown land aimed at protecting fire stations and marinas from Aboriginal claims after being accused of "scaremongering".
Chilling footage shows skydiver joy before death plunge
A video shows a tandem skydiver strapped to an instructor and grinning ear to ear just moments before an accident turned their jump into tragedy.
Robertson addresses ‘issue’ at heart of Socceroos exile
After three years of mystery and innuendo, Alex Robertson is finally back in the Socceroos set-up with the midfielder explaining why it took so long.
Broncos suffer huge injury blow but Reynolds returns
Brisbane's hopes of winning the derby clash with the Dolphins have taken a turn for the worse with prop Payne Haas succumbing to injury.
Four minutes a day: Aussie adults fail to break a sweat
Australia may be a nation of walkers rather than runners, as a national study finds adults complete less strenuous exercise than many would expect.
Why Yeo isn’t concerned by dramatic set-restart rise
NRL referees are dishing out set restarts once in every 27 play-the-balls. But Australia Test captain Isaah Yeo says it is on teams and players to adjust.
Dockers back ‘fiery’ Voss after AFL taunting sanction
Fremantle's Patrick Voss has apologised to his club for taking the shine off a big win with his taunting of Melbourne defender Harrison Petty.
ASX trims gains as US allies weigh entering conflict
Markets have welcomed a US deadline extension on its latest threats against Iran, but ongoing oil supply constraints continue to weigh on confidence.
AI crocodile detection system comes with warning
A high-tech solution to deal with Australia's most ancient predators is ready for real-world trials, but comes with a warning about what lurks beneath.
Super six Dolphins give derby clash with Broncos heat
Dolphins prop Thomas Flegler must pass a fitness test to play his old club Brisbane as five-eighth Kodi Nikorima confirms he is in extension talks.
Iran targets Israel and calls Trump talks ‘fake news’
Iran has fired more missiles at Israel and trashed President Donald Trump's claim the US is in talks to end the war, saying he's just manipulating the markets.
Geelong skipper sidelined, Magpies pair return
Geelong captain Patrick Dangerfield is set for some time on the sidelines, while a key Collingwood pair return.
Danes vote in poll clouded by Trump’s Greenland desires
Danish voters are casting ballots, with Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen seeking a third term amid a stand-off with US President Donald Trump over Greenland.
Souths to return to Allianz in split-home system
South Sydney have finally been cleared to move more home games from Accor Stadium to Allianz, with a seven-and-five split from 2028.