WHO chief urges safe burials in visit to DR Congo
The head of the World Health Organisation is visiting the centre of an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo as Brazil probes a suspected case.
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Aussies fall to debutant Pakistan spin kid in ODI
Australia's opening match in the ODI series in Pakistan has ended in defeat after Pakistan's teenage debutant Arafat Minhas grabbed a stunning five-wicket haul.
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Last-ditch push to save park slated for Olympic arena
A government and demonstrators remain at loggerheads over a central park that's earmarked to serve as the main Olympics stadium.
Socceroos set for World Cup audition against Mexico
Socceroos players will have their final audition for the World Cup squad in Australia's friendly against Mexico in front of a hostile crowd.
US says it disabled commercial ship heading to Iran
Officials say the US military has stopped a commercial vessel trying to breach a blockade of Iranian ports.
Furious Bulldogs to email NRL over ref calls
His side are 4-8, but one thing Cameron Ciraldo can't cop is bad refereeing - and he feels his Canterbury side had their fair share in a loss to Wests Tigers.
Drone hits Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, report
The International Atomic Energy Agency warns "attacking nuclear sites is like playing with fire" amid a report a drone struck the Zaporizhzhia power plant.
Last Aussie succumbs in Paris sunshine to world No.1
Daria Kasatkina has battled valiantly but was eventually overpowered by world No.1 Aryna Sabalenka, ending the Australian singles challenge at the French Open.
WHO chief rallies Congo’s Ebola response
Aid group Medecins Sans Frontieres says the latest Ebola outbreak is spreading at an unprecedented pace.
Storm speedster steers Melbourne to crucial NRL win
Exciting fullback Sua Faalogo has helped Melbourne to an important 18-4 victory over the Sydney Roosters, who struggled in the wake of Origin.
Galvin booed as struggling Bulldogs fall to Tigers
Lachlan Galvin was a non-stop target of abuse for Wests Tigers fans as the young halfback and current club Canterbury fell to a 22-16 defeat.
New AUKUS project to develop unmanned undersea vehicles
A new AUKUS project to develop unmanned undersea vehicles has been announced by the US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth.
Fagan fumes as dashing Dockers firm as flag fancies
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan unleashed on his players as Fremantle extended their winning streak to 11 matches with a convincing victory over the Lions.
Four rescued from flooded Laos cave, two still missing
Four more trapped men have been brought out of a flooded cave in Laos by rescuers.
Lightning strike down Giants in Super Netball blowout
Donnell Wallam racked up 45 goals to steer Sunshine Coast Lightning to a comprehensive 20-goal victory over the winless Giants.
Panthers make call on Cleary for Warriors clash
First-placed Penrith have made a decision on Nathan Cleary's availability for their clash with the high-flying Warriors.
Injury-drained Tigers almost plumbed mid-season rookie
Managing a lengthy injury list, Richmond coach Adem Yze revealed he almost called on a rookie to play against Sydney four days after being drafted.
Ponga reveals mental challenge as Knights hold off Eels
Kalyn Ponga has bounced back from the mental anguish of Wednesday's State of Origin send-off to lead the Knights to a 28-22 win over the Eels in Newcastle.
Eight is great for Curnow as Swans swarm over Tigers
Flag fancies Sydney have monstered a plucky Richmond side at the SCG, with a firing Charlie Curnow standing tall in attack for an injury-hit Swans outfit.
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Traditional Owners saddened by Games site eviction
First Nations Elders have condemned what they say was the heavy-handed police removal of protesters at a Brisbane park slated as a 2032 Olympic venue.
Retiring cop alleged target of police station attack
A man has been denied bail after literally crashing a 40-year veteran officer's retirement party, accused of driving at police and ramming the station.
Lynn, McSweeney star for Northamptonshire in Blast
Australians Chris Lynn and Nathan McSweeney have lifted Northamptonshire to the top of the Central and West Group of the Vitality Blast.
‘Not acceptable’: Giants ruck finding top form for Dees
Readily admitting to his "okay" start to the season, GWS ruck Kieren Briggs is boasting top form again ahead of a battle with Melbourne goliath Max Gawn.
‘Run any time’: Walsh backed to rediscover Broncos form
Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh has not been at his brilliant best but coach Michael Maguire has seen positive signs that situation is set to change.
Strong club form key to Strange staying in blue
Ethan Strange is set to back up from a starring performance for NSW in the State of Origin opener when he plays for Canberra against North Queensland.
Volpato debut a possibility as coach plays down risk
Socceroos coach Tony Popovic says Cristian Volpato could debut as soon as Australia's friendly against Mexico less than two days after his defection from Italy.
AFL concedes umpire error as Cats lament ‘howler’ call
Geelong's Ollie Dempsey was denied a clear goal in the narrow loss to Carlton when umpires chose not to call on the AFL Review Centre to check a decision.
Diesel boost on the water for bottlenecked regions
The federal government has secured additional diesel to help ease Queensland's regional supply bottlenecks.
Vidosic son hopes to do father proud in Wembley final
Dario Vidosic is hoping a season of heartbreak can end in joy as he leads Brighton & Hove Albion out at Wembley with late father Rado on his mind.
Mural artists creating downtown city wonderwalls
Darwin has a higher per capita concentration of wall murals than any other major Australian city, making it the street art capital of Australia.
Flight of fancy as top pilot flips through the sky
Australia's top aerobatic pilot reveals what it takes to hurtle through the sky and still land on your feet.