Sadomasochist jailed after choking woman
Leigh James Pattinson has been jailed for at least 18 months after choking a woman during a BDSM sexual encounter until she passed out.
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Texas governor to address NRA
Texas Republican Governor Greg Abbott will limit his appearance at the NRA's annual meeting to a recorded video, after the Uvalde school shooting in his state.
Woman jailed after assault on infant son
A woman has been jailed after her 14-month-old son spent two days on life support following an incident in which he had a dog leash attached to his neck.
Qld doctors seek Medicare, health reforms
The Australian Medical Association Queensland has called for increased Medicare rebates and a national summit to restructure the nation's health care systems.
Crusaders beat Reds before Super playoffs
The Crusaders have once again highlighted the Queensland Reds' deficiencies against NZ-based teams, beating them 28-15 in Christchurch.
Penrith halt Cowboys’ run in big NRL win
NRL competition leaders Penrith have easily accounted for North Queensland 22-0 in a clinical display in front of their home fans.
Electric vehicle game changer, Kia style
Korean maker Kia has delivered a compelling argument in favour of electric vehicles with its head-turning EV6.
Cowboys know they can now beat Panthers
North Queensland have walked away from their 22-0 NRL loss to Penrith knowing they can beat the defending premiers.
Haas booed before Broncos roll Titans
Brisbane fans have booed Payne Haas but the Broncos rallied from 20 points behind to beat Gold Coast in a wild and wacky NRL derby at Suncorp Stadium.
Saville beaten, Aussie French hopes over
Daria Saville has found an old friend Martina Trevisan too hot to handle as Australia's last singles hope at the French Open bowed out at Roland Garros.
Dasha can get back to top 20: Luke Saville
Daria Saville was upset after both she and her other half lost at Roland Garros - but husband Luke believes she'll rebound by making the world's top 20.
Franklin inspires Swans to overrun Tigers
Sydney have overrun Richmond to cement their place in the top eight with a rousing victory at the SCG.
Ricciardo crashes, Maclaren boss unhappy
Daniel Ricciardo lost a front wheel when he crashed his McLaren into a barrier in second practice in Monaco, with team boss Zack Brown not happy.
PM to ‘keep it real’ as he eyes majority
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says the election has been an "outstanding result" for Labor as his party remains on the cusp of securing majority government.
Biloela family finally begin trek home
Nadesalingam and Priya Murugappan and their Australian-born daughters, Kopika and Tharunicaa will be leaving Western Australia for Biloela in early June.
Iran seizes Greek tankers amid tensions
Iranian forces have seized two Greek tankers after officials warned of action against Greece over the confiscation of Iranian oil by the US from a tanker.
Penrith set for another record in NSW side
Penrith could have at least six players named in NSW's side for State of Origin I after star five-eighth Jarome Luai avoided a ban for a high tackle.
Broncos back Haas despite exit threat
Brisbane's Kurt Capewell has smiled through questions about teammate Payne Haas's request for an immediate release, insisting the players aren't miffed.
Djokovic: I hold no grudges with Australia
Novak Djokovic has spoken of his desire to return to Australia next year and regain his Open title, stating he holds no grudges against the country.
Russia may force Ukraine retreat in east
Russian troops have gained ground in Ukraine's Donbas, with Luhansk's governor saying its defenders may have to retreat to avoid being captured.
Man faces murder charge over Qld death
Queensland Police have charged a man with murder following the death of a 25-year-old woman at Dicky Beach.
Taggart back to fire Socceroos towards WC
Returning striker Adam Taggart is one of nine changes to Graham Arnold's squad as the Socceroos prepare for crucial World Cup play-off matches.
The rewilding of Australia’s red centre
Bilbies and bettongs reintroduced at a sanctuary in central Australia are about to do some heavy lifting for other threatened species.
Fears pandemic education fallout not over
One in two Australian parents and carers feel the COVID-19 pandemic is still making learning difficult for their children, research shows.
Police ‘wrong’ for US school shooting wait
At least eight emergency calls from children begging for help were made from within the classrooms at the Texas school shootings as police waited outside.
Rod Pampling three off Senior PGA lead
Australia's Rod Pampling is three shots off the pace midway through the Senior PGA Championship at Benton Harbour.
Teary Tino’s regret ahead of Origin call
His own harshest critic, Tino Fa'asuamaleaui doesn't think he's worthy of a Queensland call-up despite his titanic efforts for the Gold Coast this NRL season.
Stuart hails special Fogarty before debut
Canberra will get a huge boost on Sunday afternoon when recruit Jamal Fogarty debuts against Parramatta.
Monument to First Nations people unveiled
A monument to Indigenous people will be unveiled on Sydney Harbour as part of National Reconciliation Week.
Hardwick, AFL at odds over umpire call
The AFL has ticked off a controversial umpiring call in Sydney's win over Richmond after Tigers coach Damien Hardwick queried the reasoning behind the decision.
Cleary expects big kick pressure in Origin
Nathan Cleary expects to have his legs targeted by Queensland in State of Origin after he was left hobbling after kick pressure in Penrith's NRL win.