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Tszyu-Charlo agree terms for title fight
Australian Tim Tszyu's title fight with super-welterweight champion Jermell Charlo has been locked in, with the bout likely to happen late this year in the US.
Roosters to monitor Luke Keary concussion
The Sydney Roosters say Luke Keary has "shown improvement" as he recovers from a concussion sustained in his side's NRL loss to Melbourne.
Naden sent off as Manly thrash Tigers
Brent Naden has become the first Wests Tigers player sent off in 20 years as his team were humbled 30-4 in their first game since coach Michael Maguire's exit.
Olakau’atu urged to put NSW before Tonga
Des Hasler says Manly second-rower Haumole Olakau'atu should consider putting NSW ahead of Tonga if State of Origin selection comes calling.
More heat on Kangas after AFL loss to GWS
GWS co-captain Stephen Coniglio starred as the Giants inflicted more pain on struggling North Melbourne with a 49-point AFL thrashing at Marvel Stadium.
Sivo back as Eels take five for Bulldogs
A fit-again Maika Sivo will play his first NRL game this season for Parramatta, who were afforded a rare five-day break to freshen up before playing Canterbury.
Swifts stay alive in Super Netball season
The NSW Swifts will be praying for a Melbourne Vixens victory - by at least five goals - to stay alive in Super Netball after beating the Queensland Firebirds.
Ciraldo calm amid coaching conjecture
Penrith assistant coach Cameron Ciraldo says he is flattered but also slightly uncomfortable about being linked to the Wests Tigers job.
Horne-Francis in hot water over Kelly hit
The AFL match review officer will look at footage of North Melbourne youngster Jason Horne-Francis' high hit on GWS star Josh Kelly.
Sharks circle after Warriors squander lead
Interim Warriors coach Stacey Jones watched his side commit the same mistakes they made under Nathan Brown in a 38-16 NRL loss to Cronulla.
Female stargazer makes astronomical input
Anne Green is one of several women scientists given the country's highest recognition for her work, which has included a pioneering role in physics.
Warne, COVID responders honoured by Queen
Some 992 Australians have received Queen's Birthday Honours, with the late Shane Warne and Brendan Murphy among the high-achievers.
Verstappen wins Azerbaijan GP
Max Verstappen has extended his Formula One championship lead with victory at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix after Charles Leclerc retired with engine failure.
Max Verstappen wins Azerbaijan GP
Max Verstappen has extended his Formula One championship lead with victory at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix after Charles Leclerc retired with engine failure.
Crowley wins again on the road to Kona
Australian triathletes Sarah Crowley and Max Neumann are repeat winners at the Ironman Asia Pacific championships in Cairns.
Vic Premier brushes off CHO Honours ‘snub’
Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has brushed off suggestions Chief Health Officer Brett Sutton was snubbed in this year's Queen's Birthday Honours.
Johnson, Warriors’ NRL struggles grow
Club great Stacey Jones admits to being "nervous and scattered" at first by taking on the Warriors' NRL job as calls for a complete overhaul grow louder.
Trump’s election fraud claims examined
A US congressional hearing on the US Capitol assault will focus on former president Donald Trump's claim his election defeat was the result of widespread fraud.
Stranded Ukrainians left with one way out
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says Ukrainian defenders are fighting for "every metre" of Sievierodonetsk where civilians have been left with just one way out.
Turnbull urges gas price, volume limits
As the federal government weighs up its options to deal with the energy crisis, a former prime minister says decisive action is needed in the gas market.
Senate closer to gun control measures
Senate negotiators have announced a bipartisan framework responding to last month's mass shootings in the US.
China talks at ‘new juncture’: ambassador
China's ambassador to Australia says the countries' relationship is heading in a new direction, a move ex-defence chief Dennis Richardson calls "noteworthy".
Beveridge wants AFL drugs policy axed
Western Bulldogs star Bailey Smith faces a ban under the AFL illicit drugs policy, which coach Luke Beveridge wants to see abolished.
Albanese takes cabinet to regional Qld
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will hold a cabinet meeting in regional Queensland, instead of Canberra, while Opposition Leader Peter Dutton is heading to WA.
Luai tells critics to lay off Cleary
Jarome Luai launched a passionate defence of halves partner Nathan Cleary on the back of Origin I after Penrith's demolition of Newcastle on Sunday.
Naden faces long ban for dangerous throw
Wests Tigers centre Brent Naden faces up to a five-game ban after being sent off and subsequently charged for a dangerous throw on Manly star Jake Trbojevic.
Key Matildas rested for Spain, Portugal
The Matildas will take a squad full of young and fringe players to Europe for friendly matches against Spain and Portugal, with Sam Kerr among those rested.
Pandemic exposes need for health reform
As doctors and medical experts are honoured for their efforts in dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, the peak body says health reform is essential.
Patient Lee content with NRL ‘rocky road’
Brenko Lee won an NRL title and State of Origin series within the space of a month in 2020 but has had to wait almost two seasons for another NRL opportunity.
Socceroos ready to make history: Arnold
Socceroos coach Graham Arnold says his players couldn't be any clearer of mind heading into their winner-take-all World Cup play-off against Peru.