Russian strike on village kills 24 pensioners: Ukraine
Ukrainian officials say a Russian glide bomb has struck a village in the country's east as people stood in line to collect their monthly pension.
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Tonga team returns home to inspire before Pacific Cup
National hero Jason Taumalolo and the Tongan team will prepare for the Pacific Championships with a visit to the country for the first time since 2019.
Cummins feel stress on his back, but not bowling depth
Pat Cummins is adamant there are no depth issues around Australia's bowling ahead of the Ashes, at a time when England are building back towards full strength.
Trump alleged signature on Epstein note to be analysed
Donald Trump's friendship with Jeffrey Epstein continues to haunt the US president as The White House denies he penned a lewd birthday message to the pedophile.
Koala vaccine hailed but rollout cost too much to bear
A proposal for a breakthrough koala vaccine to be administered in wild populations deserves to be "mocked", a wildlife conservation group says.
The telling stat that could define the finals series
They're well-known for their attacking potency, but the Sydney Roosters have now been revealed as the most in-form defensive team heading into finals.
Slain boy’s dad pleads for greater community protection
Mourners have gathered near the site where two boys were stabbed to death, urging for greater community efforts to stop the surge in youth crime.
Australia wants peace after Israel’s ‘criminal assault’
Australia has joined the condemnation of Israel's "criminal assault" on Qatar, but pro-Israel groups have blamed Doha for harbouring Hamas' leaders.
Israel attacks Hamas in Qatar, Trump ‘very unhappy’
Donald Trump says he's "very unhappy about every aspect" of the surprise Israeli strike on Hamas leaders in the capital of close US strategic ally Qatar.
People prioritised as wildlife-killing shark nets stay
Only about 10 per cent of animals caught up in the nation's largest shark net program were targeted species, a report reveals following a fatal attack.
Kennedy wants new Sharks deal, not R360 code switch
Cronulla fullback Will Kennedy is holding out hope of a new deal at Cronulla, despite a contract stand off that has lasted the majority of the NRL season.
Job cuts, work sent offshore ‘a win’ for bank customers
Two of the four big banks have slashed thousands of jobs within days, with one creating roles offshore it insists will benefit customers.
‘We won’t trade Zach Merrett’: Bombers stand firm
Essendon coach Brad Scott says he won't be stripping Zach Merrett of the captaincy despite the star midfielder exploring a move away from the club.
Walkers return to coaching with NRL dream back in play
Ben and Shane Walker will return to coaching again in 2026 with the Western Clydesdales in the Queensland Cup, with their NRL dream still alive.
Back to work: Suns’ rise no ‘fairytale’
Sam Collins is thrilled with what he saw against Fremantle but insists the Suns' progression to an AFL semi-final isn't the fairytale it's being made out to be.
‘Haters’: Dogs star clips critics over Galvin form
Stephen Crichton has launched a passionate defence of Lachlan Galvin as the playmaker gets set to lead Canterbury's attack into the finals.
Cost and complexity leaves the telco sector on hold
Australia must move faster in deploying telecommunications infrastructure or risk falling behind in the AI race, Telstra chief Vicki Brady says.
‘Eggs not Fish’ shape as Penrith coach’s big concern
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary has laughed off concerns about the hostile reception awaiting the Panthers in Auckland.
Ange-ball faces exacting test at Nottingham Forest
Pundits say Ange Postecoglou's long-held football philosophy will be tested on return to the Premier League as Nottingham Forest's manager.
Huge opportunity in tech despite hurdles for Indigenous
Indigenous people shaping technology's future is a dream that drives one female founder to train and support the next generation of industry stars.
‘Open arms’: Hawks prepare for feisty airport reception
Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell is confident the Hawks will cope with the reception they will face both on and off the field in Adelaide.
Storm signing feels big shift south has been vindicated
Stefano Utoikamanu is set to finally realise his goal of playing in an NRL final, with the hard-running prop leading the Storm forward pack against Canterbury.
Hunger games: Hunt for Holy Grail burns in Bronco Ben
Brisbane half Ben Hunt returned to his old club to challenge for a title and after a seven-year absence from September footy his dream still remains alive.
Fled or dead: police weigh all options in Freeman hunt
Police are not ruling out the possibility Australia's most wanted man, Dezi Freeman, has escaped the area where he allegedly killed two officers.
Photographer ‘rattled’ by verbal tirade from Cats star
Geelong star Bailey Smith has left a female photographer "rattled" after swearing and demanding she delete images of him taken at an open training session.
Dockers retain Erasmus but two others want out
Emerging midfield star Neil Erasmus has turned down interest from cross-town rivals West Coast to extend his stay at Fremantle until the end of 2028.
Bears ready to rumble as Meninga secures key men
Perth Bears have made key appointments in recruitment and pathways ahead of their 2027 NRL entry, with highly regarded Dane Campbell and Ian Millward signed.
Cats forward won’t be part of any Curnow trade
Emerging Geelong forward Shannon Neale will be staying at the club, told by Cats football boss Andrew Mackie he is not up for trade.
Soldiers guard Nepal’s parliament after deadly protests
"Nothing is left" inside Nepal's parliament building after it was set ablaze amid deadly protests, as troops patrol the capital's streets to restore order.
Croc Hunter’s dad sinks boot into US influencer ‘goose’
Steve Irwin's father says authorities should "throw the book" at an influencer over his treatment of crocodiles in Australia, describing it as disgusting.
Alleged mastermind of anti-Semitic attacks arrested
A man allegedly sprayed swastikas on a synagogue and played key roles in the firebombing of a childcare centre and an attack on a Jewish leader's vacant home.