Drought and taxes pile on mental pressure for farmers
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Israel ‘killed 30 Iran security chiefs, 11 scientists’
Israel's air force struck over 900 targets and deeply damaged Iran's missile production during the 12-day air war, an independent expert says.
Referee contact charge adds to Tigers’ spine issues
Wests Tigers could be without their four first-choice spine members from the start of the year, along with a back-up half, with Heath Mason facing a ban.
More EVs, fewer V8s: changes coming for Aussie drivers
Motorists can expect more electric and hybrid vehicles to launch and some petrol and diesel vehicles to reverse after transport regulations finally take off.
The $45,000 golden prescription to heal rural health
A country town is offering $45,000 and a "concierge" service to lure city doctors to the bush, as strategies to train rural GPs show early signs of success.
New Gaza talks push as Israeli attacks kill at least 21
Mediators are trying to hold new ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas as Israeli strikes on the enclave continue, killing more than 20 Palestinians.
Iran’s Khamenei claims victory after truce with Israel
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has claimed victory over Israel and says his country "delivered a hand slap to America's face".
All aboard the Penrith revival after 8-6 win over Dogs
Penrith have claimed a fourth straight win to establish themselves firmly in the NRL's top eight, after a tense 8-6 win over Canterbury.
Carlton crash to horror loss as pressure rises on coach
Port Adelaide have thrashed a lacklustre Carlton by 50 points as the pressure intensifies on Blues coach Michael Voss.
Golden day for Aussies as quartet earn Wimbledon spots
Four more Australians have qualified for Wimbledon's main draw, taking the green-and-gold contingent to 17, while Maya Joint reached the Eastbourne semi-final.
McNamara ends goal drought to help save sloppy Matildas
Holly McNamara has broken her international goal drought to help lead the Matildas to a 3-0 win over Slovenia at HBF Park.
Diddy used violence to traffic women, jury told
Hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs faces at least 15 years behind bars if convicted at his sex trafficking trial.
Indon police outline activities of Aust murder suspects
Indonesian police have outlined what they believe happened on the night one Australianwas shot and killed and another injured at a private villa in Bali.
Bezos, Sanchez to exchange vows in star-studded Venice
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez are set to exchange wedding vows in Venice today as part of their estimated $A75 million star-studded celebration.
Konstas struggles, Smith’s void laid bare in tight Test
The first West Indies Test is in the balance after Australia's top order folded yet again, with Sam Konstas out cheaply after struggling against Shamar Joseph.
Israel strike kills 18 getting food aid: Gaza officials
An Israeli strike hit a security unit handing out confiscated food in Central Gaza, killing 18, in the latest violence surrounding humanitarian aid.
Bulldogs say Galvin off bench could be best way forward
Lachlan Galvin could still be left coming off Canterbury's bench after the State of Origin period, with coach Cameron Ciraldo liking the current rotation.
Love you: daughter’s touching tribute to slain officer
Family, friends, colleagues and the broader public have farewelled a dedicated policeman who was shot dead at a rural property.
‘They’re monsters’: teen’s murderers get life in prison
The mother of a murdered Indigenous boy says her son's killers are "monsters", after the man who delivered the fatal blows was jailed for at least 22 years.
‘Nonsense’: cop’s jail fight after tasering great-gran
Lawyers for an ex-policeman who fatally tasered a 95-year-old woman have rubbished claims that jailing him would deter other officers from similar conduct.
To’o avoids ban, but knee still a hurdle before Origin
NSW State of Origin winger Brian To'o has avoided a high-tackle ban, but will still likely need scans on his left knee before entering camp for game three.
US Senators divided after briefing on Iran strikes
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has rejected suggestions that US air-strikes on Iran's nuclear sites weren't as effective as claimed by President Donald Trump.
Super funds spared billions after US axes ‘revenge tax’
The Trump administration says it won't pursue a contentious tax targeting foreign investors after negotiating a withdrawal from a global minimum tax agreement.
Teen held on murder charge after businessman’s stabbing
A 15-year-old has been charged with murder after the multimillionaire co-founder of a national clothing chain was killed at a packed house party.
‘We can help him’: Dolphins land out-of-favour Bronco
Brisbane's out-of-favour star Selwyn Cobbo won't leave early after securing a one-year NRL deal with NRL cross-town rivals the Dolphins.
Canberra back on NBL agenda with hosting of Blitz
Canberra will host the NBL Blitz in August at the renovated AIS Arena, nearly 40 years after the defunct Cannons won the last of their three titles.
‘Forever’: family of murdered GP’s wish for teen killer
The heartbroken family of a doctor stabbed to death will start to move forward but will never move on after his teenage killer was found guilty of his murder.
Wallabies looking past Fiji flop as Lions series looms
Losing their last Test against Fiji, the Wallabies are determined not to let the Pacific Islanders wreck another big occasion with the Lions series approaching.
Mushroom jury told to judge facts, not rely on experts
A judge is continuing his directions to jurors as a mushroom cook's triple murder trial winds up, explaining how to assess the evidence of expert witnesses.
Paro pulverises rival in homecoming statement
Former world champion Liam Paro has put himself back in the frame with a devastating stoppage of American Jonathan Navarro in Cairns.
Australia’s new top-order shredded in Barbados Test
Australia, struggling without mainstays Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith, have been shredded by their old West Indian tormentor Shamar Joseph in Bridgetown.