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Fight to slay MND ‘beast’ goes on after Daniher’s death
The death of AFL great Neale Daniher from motor neurone disease and NRL player Jai Arrow's diagnosis have thrust the cruel condition back into the spotlight.
Demon shattered by Paris ‘blue moon’ opportunity missed
Just like last year, Alex de Minaur has lost his second match in Roland Garros, shattered once again by what he believes was a golden opportunity missed.
Too early to say if drone in Romania was Russian: Putin
NATO has accused Russia of reckless behaviour after a drone hit an apartment block in Romania but Russian officials say it is not clear where it came from.
Fines not fun for park owner as rickety rides remain
The elderly owner of a local amusement park could face a fine for contempt after failing to dismantle a number of dangerous or deteriorating attractions.
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Retailers under attack from weak demand, rising costs
Australia's retail sector faces a pincer attack as the war in the Middle East increases costs and pushes consumers to the brink.
Angus Taylor draws ‘battle lines’ in key party address
Liberals leader Angus Taylor has declared his party the only one capable of replacing the Labor government during a key federal council meeting address.
Trump will ‘soon decide’ on Iran ceasefire extension
A two-hour meeting at the White House has failed to address whether Donald Trump had made a decision about extending the Iran ceasefire.
Captain Cripps makes his mark as Blues turn Cat-killers
Josh Fraser has three wins from three games as Carlton's interim coach after Patrick Cripps kicked the match-winning goal in a thrilling victory over Geelong.
Brailey broken in Sharks’ spirited win over Sea Eagles
Cronulla have inflicted just a second defeat on Manly since Kieran Foran took over as Sea Eagles coach to revive their NRL fortunes.
Reds hold off Drua but Paisami cut down by knee injury
The Queensland Reds have missed out on fourth spot despite piling on seven tries to four in a 45-24 bonus-point win over Fijian Drua at Suncorp Stadium.
Australia digs at China’s low-key showing at Asia forum
For the second year running, China's Defence Minister Dong Jun has skipped the three-day Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore.
‘Spiritual malaise’: Tony Abbott’s Liberal rallying cry
Tony Abbott has returned to the political spotlight in a senior Liberal Party role, claiming the nation is drifting backwards amid a "spiritual malaise".
Hungry data centres could break energy records by 2040
Australia needs to regulate data centres urgently amid predictions the artificial intelligence hubs will strain the nation's electricity grid.
AI risks deepening divide between investors and workers
The rise of AI could result in a higher share of Australia's economic pie going to people who own assets rather than those who work for a living.
Burton challenged as Bulldogs resist Crichton rest
Matt Burton played his best game of the year in Canterbury's win over Melbourne and Bulldogs coach Cameron Ciraldo wants him to go up another gear.
Doubles role unlikely for Abdo in new tennis CEO job
Leaving the NRL for Tennis Australia, inbound CEO Andrew Abdo appears set to hold different responsibilities to Craig Tiley, who was also Australian Open boss.
Hard home truths after ‘disaster’ help Lions refocus
The Brisbane Lions' capitulation against GWS has been labelled a disaster, but they have the chance to make amends against flag favourites Fremantle.
‘Reckless’: NATO slams Russian drone crash in Romania
NATO and European Union officials have condemned the crash of a Russian drone into a residential block of flats in the southeastern Romanian city of Galati.
Time for Lomax Wallabies watch as Force’s season ends
The Western Force will be aiming to end their season with a bang, and a big performance from Zac Lomax could help thrust him into a Wallabies jersey.
‘Conversation and community’: radio host farewelled
A public memorial has been held for ABC radio presenter James Valentine who helped shape Sydney's airwaves during a distinguished decades-long career.
‘I take accountability’: top advisory firm leader quits
The head of KPMG Australia has resigned after the corporate regulator publicly confirmed in real time it is probing registered company auditors at the firm.
Eels reveal Moses injury outlook ahead of Origin II
Parramatta have laid Mitchell Moses's injury outlook bare as the star playmaker battles to get fit for game two of the State of Origin series.
Landmark lawsuit over kids’ backpacks sold by Amazon
Australia's consumer watchdog has taken the world's biggest retailer to court over accusations it failed to comply with button battery safety warnings.
Tensions flare, protesters evicted from 2032 Games site
A number of people have been arrested in chaotic scenes after authorities asked shocked protesters to leave the proposed site of the 2032 Olympics main stadium.
Cargo ship secured for national emergency fleet
A cargo ship able to transport fertiliser and emergency equipment will be the first of 12 vessels to make up a strategic fleet.
TikTok to the dock: Scientology speedrun leads to court
A teenager accused of using a police car as a BMX ramp after a Scientology "speedrun" went awry has faced court as a TikTok stunt collided with reality.
Season over for Saint, surgery setback for Giants star
A ruptured Achilles has ended the season for St Kilda's Sam Flanders, while GWS forward Jake Riccardi has undergone ankle syndesmosis surgery.
Blue Origin rocket explodes on launch pad during test
Jeff Bezos says his space venture company Blue Origin has had a "very rough day" after its New Glenn rocket exploded on the launch pad.
Storm hopeful star Origin duo back up against Roosters
Melbourne need Cameron Munster and Harry Grant on deck after Origin to match the might of the Sydney Roosters, who also have a swag of rep players backing up.
Volpato switches Italy for Socceroos as Cup cull looms
Italy-based attacker Cristian Volpato is set to join up with the Socceroos in the US as coach Tony Popovic prepares to cut his World Cup squad in coming days.