Manufacturer gears up for $2b ‘forever chemicals’ fight
Australia is seeking billions in damages from a leading manufacturer, claiming it concealed information over the risks of PFAS-containing firefighting foam.
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Cleary doesn’t care if masterclass silences doubters
For so long under fire over his record in big State of Origin moments, NSW halfback Nathan Cleary had his fingerprints all over a gripping game-one comeback.
Bail bid by terror-accused ‘ISIS bride’ to be with kids
A woman linked to Islamic State who has been living in the community after returning to Australia will seek release on bail so she can care for her children.
Funeral for Hamas chief, Israel escalates Gaza attacks
Mourners have carried the bodies of Hamas' armed wing chief and his wife and son in a funeral procession in Gaza, as Israel's military struck more sites.
Wild, unseasonal weather unleashes severe thunderstorms
Unseasonal weather has unleashed heavy downpours and 500,000 lightning strikes across a rain-sodden region and caused chaos, triggering flash flooding.
‘Have to pay’: Zelenskiy vows new strikes inside Russia
Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskiy has announced plans for more strikes on Russia as he urged US President Donald Trump to help his nation with air defence systems.
‘Horrendous’: murder charge after fatal, random rampage
A man has been charged with murder after allegedly beating a 78-year-old pedestrian to death during a violent rampage that injured two others.
IOC say sports cut from Brisbane 2032 could return
Sports and medal events cut from the 2032 Brisbane Olympics could be restored at future Games but IOC chief warns costs must be managed.
Maroons to embrace history in bid to create their own
Queensland must become the first team to come from 1-0 down in consecutive series to retain the State of Origin shield, but it is history that will drive them.
There’ll be a spot for Moses in game two: Daley
Mitch Moses missed the State of Origin series opener through injury but there'll be a spot for him on the NSW teamsheet for game two, says coach Laurie Daley.
More Australian firms are panicking and paying ransoms
Australian companies are among the most likely to pay online criminals to retrieve stolen data even though they have to disclose their payments.
Brave Kokkinakis bid ended by yet another cruel injury
Thanasi Kokkinakis's brave bid to resurrect his injury-plagued career has suffered another cruel blow as he pulled out of his French Open second-round clash.
Treasury chief defends Labor’s beleaguered budget
Controversial budget changes would have cut the lifetime tax benefits for the top one per cent of earners by $400,000 if implemented in 2000, Treasury says.
US and Iran trade strikes as Trump denies Hormuz deal
US forces have carried out new defensive strikes on an Iranian military facility after downing several attack drones, according to American officials.
Pretty heartbreaking: Ponga’s pain at Maroons’ collapse
Kalyn Ponga has avoided a ban for the send off that shaped State of Origin I, but the Queensland fullback says he feels responsible for the Maroons' loss.
A piece of home: Birrell up in lights in City of Lights
She loves the Gold Coast, but Kim Birrell feels nearly as at home in Paris where her French 'second family' have been cheering her remarkable breakthrough.
Uganda closes border with DR Congo to curb Ebola spread
Ugandan authorities have ordered the closure of the border with the Democratic Republic of Congo as cases surge there of a rare type of Ebola.
Cleary, Tedesco fire NSW to classic Origin comeback win
Superstars Nathan Cleary and James Tedesco and rookie Ethan Strange have piloted NSW to a thrilling, series-opening 22-20 State of Origin win over Queensland.
New talent outweighs old habits in Blues triumph
NSW's debutants Ethan Strange, Casey McLean and Blayke Brailey have all starred in a comeback win for the ages that clinched the State of Origin series opener.
Walker lives up to Langer hype in debut heartbreaker
Queensland have lost the State of Origin series opener in controversial circumstances, but discovered a star in debutant No.7 Sam Walker.
Ponga dodges ban for send-off that shook Origin
Kalyn Ponga won't be suspended for the shoulder charge on Tolu Koula that led to fullback being sent off and ultimately cost Queensland the Origin opener.
Coventry offers hope to cut sports at Brisbane Games
IOC president Kirsty Coventry has delivered a special message to leaders of sports and medal events cut from the 2032 Brisbane Olympics program.
‘Negligent’ ex-Star boss could be hit with $1.3m fine
Star's former chief executive faces a $1.3 million fine after failing to tell the casino's board of criminal risks associated with lucrative overseas junkets.
He’s a special one: Dockers in awe of Murphy Reid
Murphy Reid is already a star just 18 months into his AFL journey, with his hot form playing a key role in Fremantle becoming premiership favourites.
‘For us, by us’: Indigenous plea for truth-telling
An Indigenous man has marked the start of Reconciliation Week with the culmination of his 500km journey to reach the seat of government.
Larkham picks big guns for ACT Brumbies’ crunch match
Stephen Larkham has picked a full-strength side as the Brumbies' home finals hopes go on the line in a crucial Super Rugby Pacific clash with Moana Pasifika.
Destiny in Maroons’ hands as NSW eye historic whitewash
Queensland debutant fullback Destiny Mino-Sinapati has made an inspiring rise from injury as the Maroons aim to deny NSW a historic State of Origin whitewash.
Woman quarantined in India tests negative for Ebola
A 28-year-old Ugandan woman who sparked an Ebola scare in India after being put in quarantine has tested negative for the deadly virus.
Treasurer hoses down calls to carve up his tax revamp
Business groups are urging the federal government to have a major rethink over its capital gains tax measures but Jim Chalmers is remaining steadfast.
Labor MP’s primary residence ‘vacant block of land’
Labor MP Ali France, who unseated Peter Dutton at the last election, has been referred to the electoral watchdog over integrity allegations.
‘The crap they carry on with’: Gallen’s Origin rocket
Paul Gallen has lit the fuse for an explosive State of Origin series, declaring Queenslanders full of self-importance and saying he can't wait for a NSW win.