Mask mandates fall in Spain and US
The United States, Belize, Germany, Indonesia and Senegal will co-host the second Global COVID-19 Summit in May.
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Deadline expires, no surrender in Mariupol
Ukrainian forces defending a steelworks in the besieged city of Mariupol say they may have just hours left as Russia's latest surrender ultimatum expires.
IR, wages war ignites before leader debate
Scott Morrison and Anthony Albanese are set to meet for the first leaders' debate, as both parties go on the attack over industrial relations.
Australia gets IMF vote of confidence: PM
The International Monetary Fund's upgrade of Australia's economic outlook is a vote of confidence, Prime Minister Scott Morrison says.
IMF cuts global growth forecast due to war
The IMF has slashed its global growth forecast for this year due to the war in the Ukraine, COVID-19 lockdowns in China and rampant inflation.
One dead as Sri Lanka police fire on demos
One person has dead after Sri Lankan police used tear gas and opened fire on protesters as diesel prices jumped 64 per cent and petrol rose by 33 per cent.
New approach could save urban koalas
A novel approach that has saved a doomed koala colony could be a template to bring other urban populations back from the brink, researchers say.
China-Solomons deal ‘deeply disappointing’
Australia has described a security deal between the Solomon Islands and China as deeply disappointing, with Labor criticising the government's response.
Russia seizes Ukrainian city of Kreminna
Kreminna, a city of 18,000 southeast of the capital Kyiv, has become the first to be captured by Russian forces in a new offensive in the east of Ukraine.
Ex-Sharks winger Stapleton hospitalised
Former Cronulla NRL winger Nathan Stapleton is in the spinal ward of Royal North Shore Hospital in Sydney after fracturing his neck playing country rugby.
Western Utd beat Bulls, close on City
Western United are just two points behind A-League Men leaders Melbourne City and can dare to dream of silverware after beating Macarthur FC 2-0 in Launceston.
Russia’s Azovstal ultimatum: submit or die
Ukrainian fighters at the Azovstal steel plant in the besieged city of Mariupol have been given an ultimatum from Russian forces to leave the site unarmed.
Bulldogs’ Hunter takes personal leave
The Western Bulldogs will be without Lachie Hunter for an indefinite period as the club's former vice-captain deals with personal issues.
Lock Meafou says au revoir to Wallabies
Young lock Emmanuel Meafou has set his sights on playing for France after being over overlooked by Australia's Super Rugby teams.
China, Solomons ‘sign security pact’
A security pact between China and the Solomon Islands that has prompted concern from Australia and New Zealand has been signed, Beijing's foreign minister says.
Reds ready for Kiwi Super Rugby challenge
The Queensland Reds say they're ready for the challenge of the Kiwi teams in Super Rugby Pacific, with all teams playing in Melbourne this week.
Martin to cap NRL return with Broncos
Te Maire Martin is set to make his Brisbane debut against Canterbury, to mark his return to the NRL after being forced into early retirement two years ago.
Charnze benched, Savage starts for Raiders
Xavier Savage will start on the wing when Canberra tackle the toughest task in the NRL - playing the Panthers in Penrith.
Annesley bites back at claims of NRL bias
NRL head of football Graham Annesley says there are reasons battling teams struggle to win penalties or set-restart counts, and it's not on referees.
AFL backs crackdown on umpire abuse
AFL football operations manager Brad Scott has declared it is imperative for the game's future to continue the crackdown on dissent shown towards umpires.
Wanderers boss wants big ALM finish
Western Sydney Wanderers coach Mark Rudan has challenged his players to prove themselves in the closing weeks of their disappointing A-League Men season.
Police to question victim’s mum, brother
Queensland police continue to investigate the death of a man and injuries to a woman and man at a home in Gladstone.
Cripps in contention to return for Blues
Carlton captain Patrick Cripps is on track to return from a hamstring injury for the Blues' AFL showdown with Fremantle.
PM, Albanese face up to voters in debate
The Liberal and Labor leaders aim to reach voters in Wednesday's debate but political scientists say Australians may have already made up their minds.
Barnett exits Knights for Warriors in 2023
Newcastle have released Mitchell Barnett from the final year of his NRL deal to join the Warriors from the start of the 2023 season.
Papley to miss, Franklin doubt for Swans
Lance Franklin remains some hope of playing for Sydney in their Anzac Day clash with his former side Hawthorn but Tom Papley has been ruled out.
AFL milestone a proud moment for McCarthy
Brisbane's Lincoln McCarthy has taken the long way round to reach his 100-game milestone but the Lions forward couldn't be prouder of his AFL achievements.
Certainty welcomed for new gas, minerals
Australia will take its place in the new energy economy with taxpayer support to reinvent fossil fuels and mine new minerals, under plans backed by industry.
Keary’s high praise for rookie half Walker
Luke Keary has likened Sydney Roosters halves partner Sam Walker to Johnathan Thurston, hailing the teenager's mindset to bounce back from adversity.
Boxers Zerafa and Hardman trade blows
Michael Zerafa and Issac Hardman have again traded blows with the boxers to climb into the ring on Wednesday night in Melbourne in a high-stakes showdown.
Roberts-Smith’s witness opposes key claims
The first SAS witness to testify on Ben Roberts-Smith's behalf in the Federal Court has contradicted a number of key allegations the VC recipient faces.