Trio jailed for drug smuggling via yacht
Two men from the UK and a US citizen have been sentenced for their voyage from Mexico to Norfolk Island with one tonne of methamphetamine aboard.
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NASA’s new moon rocket lifts off
NASA's new moon rocket has been launched from Florida on its debut flight 50 years after the last Apollo lunar mission.
Fears for Simmons as Philly return nears
Ben Simmons faces a torrid time on his return to Philadelphia next week, 76ers legend Charles Barkley says, despite the Australian showing some NBA improvement.
Deliveroo pulls out of Australian market
In a shock move, food delivery service Deliveroo has announced plans to shut down its Australian operations, putting thousands of people out of work.
Prince to take over as Broncos NRLW coach
Brisbane have appointed former State of Origin playmaker and Clive Churchill medallist Scott Prince as their new NRLW coach after two frustrating seasons.
Inglis injured as WA sneak past Redbacks
AJ Tye has become WA's all-time leading wicket-taker in the one-day format after snaring two scalps in his team's thrilling win over South Australia.
Heat stunned by late Sixers onslaught
The Sydney Sixers have gone three competition points clear on top of the WBBL ladder after producing a breathtaking five-wicket win over the Brisbane Heat.
Ukraine conflict intensifies in east
NATO ambassadors have held emergency talks to respond to a blast that killed two people at a grain facility in Poland.
I have visa to play in Aust Open: Djokovic
Tennis great Novak Djokovic has expressed his delight at being granted a visa which will enable him to compete again in next year's Australian Open.
Friend points Wallabies to Irish lessons
Andy Friend has seen plenty during five years in Ireland with Connacht that he thinks could be adopted by Rugby Australia to strengthen the code.
Teals’ Vic vote cards allowed to be used
Three independent candidates have successfully challenged the Victorian Electorate Commission's decision to rule their how-to-vote cards as misleading.
Some 1.4m Aussies look to buy electric car
More than one million Australians are in the market for an electric car but more could be swayed if chargers were easier to access, new research finds.
Fears for third person in NSW floodwaters
There are fears a third person has been swept away in NSW floodwaters as the Lachlan River in the inundated town of Forbes, peaks just below the 70-year record.
Bat behaviour sparks Hendra virus risk
An Australian study has revealed encroachment into the habitat of bats is driving them into agricultural areas, increasing the risk of Hendra virus spillover.
Svitzer lockout to impact ag exports
The Albanese government will argue the indefinite lockout by tugboat operator Svitzer should be stopped because it will damage the Australian economy.
1000 Teslas recalled over ‘serious’ fault
Electric vehicle maker Tesla is facing its second recall in Australia in two weeks, with issues affecting Model S and Model X vehicles.
Aussie unemployment rate falls to 3.4 pct
The jobless rate has fallen back to 3.4 per cent, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, with the labour market still extremely competitive.
Five killed in gun attack at Iran market
At least five people have been killed after gunmen opened fire at a market in Khuzestan in what Iranian state media is describing as a terror attack.
Biden’s team warily welcomes Trump’s run
US President Joe Biden and his predecessor Donald Trump's teams appear equally enthused about a potential rematch in the 2024 presidential race.
Christmas demand to hike rideshare fees
Partygoers have been warned to brace for price hikes of more than 25 per cent this Christmas as high demand pushes up rideshare fees.
Tough to leave Jones’ England: Seibold
Anthony Seibold has revealed how tough a decision it was to quit England's Rugby Union World Cup campaign under Eddie Jones and join Manly a year early.
Republicans on verge of US House majority
The Democrats are set to usher in two years of divided government in the United States as Republicans edge close to control of the House of Representatives.
Cyber attack costs pile up for Medibank
Health insurer Medibank says an ongoing cyber attack will result in pre-tax costs of between $25 million and $35 million.
Another Australian dies after Seoul crush
A second Australian woman has died following a crowd crush that claimed more than 150 lives in the South Korean capital over Halloween.
Climate myths thrive in Australia: survey
Climate change myths are alive and well in the minds of Australians, including what's causing it, a new survey suggests.
Kangaroos ready to spar with Demons
North Melbourne have made an against-the-odds run deep into the AFLW finals and skipper Emma Kearney backs her Kangaroos to mix it with high-flyers Melbourne.
Qld Aboriginal mission bones ‘not human’
A Queensland police probe of bone fragments found near the former Deebing Creek Aboriginal Mission has found they are "not human", the government says.
Captain Koenen the beating heart of Lions
Brisbane Lions AFLW skipper Bre Koenen is thriving in her second season as captain as she prepares to take on the Adelaide Crows in a preliminary final.
Head won’t be distracted by World Cup lure
Travis Head is determined not to let the prospect of opening for Australia in next year's World Cup distract him when he replaces Aaron Finch in the ODI team.
Albanese and China’s Xi meet in Bali
In a significant diplomatic breakthrough at the G20 summit, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has had a "constructive" meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Renowned composer is Qld Aust of the Year
Renowned classical composer and proud Kalkadunga man William Barton has been announced as 2023 Queensland Australian of the Year.