Worst Bombers MCG crowd since ’90s as Freo equal record
Fremantle have cruised to a club record equalling ninth straight AFL win as they put Essendon away in the first half on Sunday at the MCG.
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Israel-US preparing to resume hostilities with Iran
There have been multiple reports that Israel and the US are preparing to resume strikes on Iran, with Donald Trump soon to make a decision.
Panthers beat improved Dragons to close Magic Round
Ladder-leading Penrith have defeated St George Illawarra but the final game of Magic Round was not as one-sided as had been predicted.
Pakistan hands US revised Iran proposal for ending war
A drone strike has targeted the United Arab Emirates' sole nuclear power plant, while Saudi Arabia intercepted three drones overnight.
‘Chills’: Slater backs Walker as Walsh shock explained
Queensland will field a new-look spine and a suite of debutants in the State of Origin opener while remaining loyal to last year's series-winning stars.
Labor defends budget tax changes despite critical polls
Labor insists it's taking the right approach to tax reform despite a majority of Australians saying the latest budget will leave them worse off.
Kurtley Beale becomes Force’s ‘Mr Spark’
The Western Force are starting to find their form, and Kurtley Beale's energetic performances haven't gone unnoticed.
Cancelled pianist denies misleading MSO on Gaza music
Pianist Jayson Gillham has given evidence in his court case against a major symphony orchestra, which will test the limits of free speech in the workplace.
Israeli strikes kill eight in Gaza Strip: medics
Medics say eight people have been killed in Israeli strikes in the Gaza Strip as the prime minister says its forces control 60 per cent of the territory.
Aussie artificial intelligence may give robots a leg up
A new, water-efficient artificial intelligence hub could help robots make important decisions without delay.
‘Surreal’: Rai bursts from pack to win PGA Championship
Aaron Rai has closed with a five-under 65 to become the first Englishman in more than a century to win the PGA Championship, with Australian Cam Smith seventh.
2026 Magic Round the most one-sided in history
The NRL's festival of football Magic Round was more one-sided than ever in 2026, with an average margin of almost four converted tries.
Ukraine drones kill at least four in Moscow region
Volodymyr Zelenskiy says Ukraine's increased military activity and attacks on Moscow have produced a "change in the balance of actions at the front".
Tedesco’s NSW recall joy, Blues name six Origin rookies
James Tedesco is back in the NSW State of Origin fold, named in a Blues squad for the series opener alongside six debutants.
WHO declares global health emergency for Ebola outbreak
The United Nations health agency says 80 suspected deaths, eight laboratory-confirmed cases and 246 suspected cases of Ebola have been reported.
Chinese interference claims spark forced miner sell-off
Six companies have been forced to sell their holdings in an Australian rare earths miner which has been the subject of boardroom tussles.
Radley poised to become Maroons’ new enemy No.1
Victor Radley's temper has frequently landed him trouble with the NRL judiciary but NSW coach Laurie Daley wants the Blues debutant to come out firing.
Slater expects Origin to get no special ruck privileges
Queensland coach Billy Slater is expecting the State of Origin series to be refereed like the NRL, with no leniency in the ruck interpretations.
Crows recruit confident rotten injury run is over
Adelaide's prized recruit Callum Ah Chee is pressing to make his AFL comeback after suffering two hamstring injuries since February.
Rex board accused of knowing big loss about to take off
The corporate watchdog has taken a regional airline's former directors to court over allegations they misled investors about financial performance.
Homework or grand final? Sky Blues teen to set record
Celebrating his birthday during grand final week, Sydney FC teen Akol Akon will become the youngest player to feature in an A-League Men championship decider.
Why goldfish might be undermining your internet speed
Most households are not accessing the full speed of their broadband connections, research shows, and the reasons are surprising.
Cop-stomper dodges imprisonment over ‘brutal’ attack
A young man who stomped on an off-duty police officer's face during a drunken altercation has avoided being thrown behind bars after a successful appeal.
Man charged after he ‘paid to watch child sex shows’
A man has faced court charged with more than 30 offences after being accused of paying to watch children being sexually abused online in almost 50 live shows.
Risk assessment on deadly scaffold made in owner’s head
A man who erected a scaffold that later killed a dad watching his son play soccer admitted he did not consider the risk posed to the public by adverse weather.
‘It still hurts’: Brumbies set for Super revenge
Allan Alaalatoa says the Brumbies have been re-watching video of their round seven loss to NSW, determined to down their arch-rivals in his milestone match.
Pendlebury ponders future as AFL games record looms
Collingwood champion Scott Pendlebury will break the AFL games record against West Coast but his future beyond this season is still to be decided.
From Alf’s field of dreams to Walker’s seven heaven
Sam Walker started his rugby league journey in Ipswich where Allan Langer once ruled the roost so it is fitting he now gets to wear the Queensland No.7 jersey.
‘Nightmare scenario’: illegal tobacco impact laid bare
Legitimate tobacco retailers say tax hikes have led to illicit sales decimating their income, with the legal market destined to be wiped out.
Rugby Australia’s alleged secret plan blindsided Rebels
A mysterious policy designed to boost Australian rugby heartland at the expense of the Melbourne Rebels is a key sticking point in a lawsuit worth millions.
Proposed new airline could face squeeze from giants
Existing airlines won't roll over to make room for a proposed new competitor in their most profitable "Golden Triangle" routes, experts say.