Pope Francis leads Benedict’s funeral
The pope has compared his predecessor Benedict to Jesus before tens of thousands of mourners while presiding over the funeral for the late former pontiff.
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Millman, Fourlis handed AO wildcards
Australians John Millman and Jaimee Fourlis have claimed two of the final four Australian Open wildcards on offer for the year's first major later this month.
Kokkinakis pipped by Sinner in Adelaide
Australian hope Thanasi Kokkinakis has been beaten in two tight sets by Italian world No.15 Jannik Sinner at the Adelaide International 1.
Djokovic, Kyrgios plan Open warm-up clash
Novak Djokovic has confirmed he's in discussion with Nick Kyrgios to play an Australian Open warm-up match in Melbourne.
Taipans crush Bullets in NBL
Cairns Taipans smash Brisbane Bullets by 26 points to rack up a seventh straight win over their Queensland rivals.
Short canes ‘Canes in BBL record chase
Staring at a fifth consecutive loss, the Strikers pulled off a miracle at Adelaide Oval thanks to acting captain Matt Short's unbeaten century.
Sanders loses Dakar lead, Price now second
Daniel Sanders has lost his lead in the Dakar Rally after a bad day but his fellow Aussie Toby Price has shot up to second despite crashing into an opponent.
Russia says ceasefire started in Ukraine
A ceasefire in Ukraine declared by Russia's President Vladimir Putin for the Orthodox Christian Christmas has begun, according to Russian state television.
Reynolds’ advice for key Brisbane recruit
Adam Reynolds has issued returning Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh a challenge as the NRL side look to plug their leaking defence in 2023.
Town devastated after record WA flooding
Long-term Fitzroy Crossing resident Dwayne Ben says damage in the flood-ravaged town is extensive as major towns downstream are set to become islands.
Deaths from virus spike amid call for calm
Australia's weekly COVID-19 data shows cases falling in Victoria and NSW while deaths rise, but health experts say it's too early for major concern.
Injured chopper crash boy gives thumbs up
A young boy remains in an induced coma after a Gold Coast helicopter crash, while a second badly injured boy has spoken for the first time since the accident.
Coal sector confidence up on China news
Australian coal exporters are becoming more confident the latest reports that China will allow coal trade to resume are more than just a rumour.
Rebound in migration figures ‘optimistic’
The Australian government expects migration numbers to bounce back but troubling economic conditions and other uncertainties could weigh on migration.
Parkes says thank you very much to Elvis
The streets of Parkes, in central west NSW, are filled with Elvis impersonators and performers as the Elvis festival celebrates its 30th anniversary.
Study questions funnel-web aggression
A researcher from James Cook University has exposed the secret lives of Australia's deadly funnel-webs.
Harry memoir sheds light on royal bust-ups
Prince Harry says in a memoir that Prince William knocked him to the floor during a 2019 argument over his wife Meghan.
Repatriated wife of IS fighter bailed
The former NSW police minister and federal opposition have attacked the Albanese government after a so-called ISIS bride was granted bail by a regional court.
Australia keep hope for wet SCG victory
Rain has washed out day three of the third Test at the SCG, but Australia insist there is still hope for a 3-0 series whitewash over South Africa.
Grass fires still a risk despite floods
Dangerous grassfires could still pose a threat to flood-ravaged communities this summer, with experts warning against a false sense of security.
Fire chief warning for ‘deadly’ grassfires
The NSW rural fire service commissioner says destructive and deadly grassfires could spread across parts of Australia's east coast at the end of January.
Elderly Qld man dies in house fire
The body of an 80-year-old man has been found after a fire destroyed a home north of Brisbane.
Bans for seven more A-League rioters
Football Australia has handed down sanctions, including one life ban, to seven more fans involved in the unrest at December's A-League Men's Melbourne derby.
Pegula stuns Swiatek as USA lead Poland
Jessica Pegula's upset of world No.1 Iga Swiatek and victory for Frances Tiafoe have given Team USA a commanding 2-0 United Cup semi-final lead over Poland.
Popyrin beaten at Adelaide International
Australia's Alexei Popyrin has lost his quarter-final in Adelaide after a temper tantrum from Yoshihito Nishioka turned the match the Japanese player's way.
Murder charges over Qld fire deaths
A woman has been charged with two counts of murder after the remains of a father and daughter were found in a burnt-out shed days before Christmas.
Wallabies squad to begin World Cup year
Injured, overseas-based stars Quade Coope and Samu Kerevi are included in a 44-man Wallabies squad for a four-day camp on the Gold Coast next week.
Roosters’ Watson suffers knee blow
Sydney Roosters utility Connor Watson has suffered a pre-season knee injury, leaving his entire 2023 campaign in the balance.
Cat and mouse complaints after fatal crash
Days after a fatal collision in the Gold Coast hinterland, police are investigating reports of a high-speed game of "cat and mouse" on the same road.
Matt Burton re-signs with NRL’s Bulldogs
Matt Burton will remain with Canterbury until at least the end of 2027 after signing a multi-year contract extension.
Sydney’s Offer embraces ALW opportunity
The loneliness of the second-choice goalkeeper is a familiar feeling for Sydney's Katie Offer, who is keen to impress after being thrust into the first team.