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Diamonds claim Constellation Cup in extra-time thriller
The Diamonds have won a post-game mini-match to bring home the Constellation Cup after the Silver Ferns levelled the series with a game-four victory.
Hurricane Melissa hits Cuba after devastating Jamaica
Jamaica is waking to scenes of destruction after a record-strength hurricane pummelled the Caribbean island before slamming into neighbouring Cuba.
Rain washes out first T20 with India on top of Aussies
The first match of Australia's five-game Twenty20 series with India has been abandoned after heavy rain settled in over Canberra's Manuka Oval.
Israel resumes Gaza ceasefire after deadly air strikes
The tenuous ceasefire is back on in Gaza after the Israeli military carried out heavy air strikes in response to an attack that killed an Israeli soldier.
Wildcats purr after slow start to topple JackJumpers
Perth have overcome a shoddy start to beat the JackJumpers in Hobart, with the hosts battling without captain Will Magnay who left the court injured.
There’ll be peace in Ukraine within a year: Putin envoy
The war in Ukraine will stop within a year, Russian President Vladimir Putin's special envoy Kirill Dmitriev has told an investment conference in Saudi Arabia.
Dozens dead after Hurricane Melissa batters Caribbean
Hurricane Melissa has thrashed cities and isolated communities in the Caribbean, leaving dozens of people dead and a long recovery ahead in devastated areas.
Nature’s recovery, not decline, promise of major reform
Long-awaited reforms to environmental protections are finally before parliament but the battle to enshrine them into law is only getting started.
‘You killed those two girls’: Easey St interview aired
Audio from a detective grilling a suspect over the Easey St double murders nearly 50 years ago has been aired as a different man stands accused of the killings.
Treasurer hits back as opposition slaps panic button
The coalition has sought to link a recent rise in inflation and unemployment to the 1970s economic malaise, but analysts say there is no need to panic.
Israel says it will uphold truce after strikes kill 104
The Israeli army says it will continue to uphold a ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip but will respond firmly to "any violation".
Pandemic generation of Aussie teens at risk of drowning
Research shows a 1300 per cent increase in drownings among teenage Australians since the COVID-19 pandemic, compared to five years earlier.
Louvre heist suspects ‘partially’ admit involvement
Two suspects in the Louvre jewel heist have partially admitted their participation, a Paris prosecutor says.
Next rate cut uncertain as shutdown fogs Fed windscreen
The Federal Reserve has cut its key rate for the second time this year as the United States government shutdown clouds the economic outlook.
Australia wait on skipper’s World Cup fitness call
Australia are leaving it late to make a call on the fitness of captain Alyssa Healy for the World Cup semi-final against hosts India in Navi Mumbai.
Don’t forget gas: industry calls for renewable support
More than 50 companies are calling on the Australian government to extend support for renewable gas projects.
Toyota to make Supercars debut in Sydney for 2026
Toyota will open its Supercars chapter at the Sydney 500 as the championship prepares to host its first New Zealand double header in 2026.
Peppercorn rent questioned for Prince Andrew’s mansion
Prince Andrew's mansion residence has been quizzed in a rare political intervention over the embattled royal's links with American sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
PM optimistic Trump and Xi will reduce trade tensions
Anthony Albanese is hopeful a hotly anticipated meeting between the world's most powerful leaders will lead to a reduction in trade barriers.
AFL premiership stars to defend brawl charges in court
AFL veterans Steven May and Dion Prestia have been charged by police but deny any involvement in a brawl in a Victorian coastal town last December.
‘Cherish Ben forever’: dad’s tribute to teen cricketer
A "popular and much-loved" 17-year-old cricketer who died after being struck by a ball at training will forever be cherished, his grieving father says.
Ex-Western United players move on in A-League Women
Western United's demise has left its A-League Women players in the lurch and many of those footballers are now starting the season at new clubs.
‘Marked’: driver avoids jail over fatal CBD bus crash
A bus driver convicted of careless driving causing death after a teenager was crushed against a building in a city centre has received a suspended sentence.
Papenhuyzen quits the Storm – cloud over his NRL future
Ryan Papenhuyzen's time in the NRL could be over after the superstar fullback was granted an immediate release from Melbourne to consider his sporting future.
Matildas stalwart eyes return from six-month injury
A six-month hamstring injury kept Tameka Yallop out of Joe Montemurro's first games as Matildas coach but the Gold Coast local is eyeing a comeback.
‘Why not do it now?’ Socceroos boss wants new WC ground
Socceroos coach Tony Popovic has challenged his team to do something special at next year's World Cup and make a deep run.
Aged care worker charged after 104-year-old robbed
An aged care worker allegedly went on a spending spree for days after stealing a debit card from a 104-year-old man, blowing thousands of dollars, police say.
CA comes under criticism for financial performance
Cricket Australia has accepted criticism from a state chair for its financial performance, but the organisation believes record numbers are ahead.
‘Pretend I don’t know them’: Tonga star set for Kiwis
Tonga's Leka Halasima is ready to rip into his Warriors teammates in a Pacific Cup forwards confrontation for the ages against New Zealand at Eden Park.
Trump trims China tariffs after ‘amazing’ Xi meeting
US President Donald Trump is raving about his talks with Xi Jinping, saying he'll cut tariffs on China while Beijing makes promises on rare earths and fentanyl.