Socceroos Duke it out to seal direct World Cup berth
The Socceroos have beaten Saudi Arabia 2-1 in Jeddah to book direct qualification to next year's World Cup finals and can now get stuck into early preparations.
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Sanctions backlash adds to ‘uncertainty’ with US
Australia could question its future co-operation with the US after a decision to sanction Israeli government ministers was condemned by an American official.
Trump says rare earths to flow in new China trade deal
The US will get magnets and rare earths from China under a new trade deal and tariffs on Chinese goods will go to 55 per cent, President Donald Trump says.
Tariff turmoil – World Bank cuts global growth forecast
The World Bank has cut its growth forecast as a result of Donald Trump's erratic trade policies, saying the global outlook has "deteriorated substantially".
Business, union divisions threaten to derail PM summit
The prime minister hopes business groups and unions will unite to address a lagging economy but there are already signs of division before a planned summit.
Curfew imposed on downtown LA after ‘tipping point’
The Los Angeles mayor has imposed an overnight curfew on the besieged city after an escalation of night time violence, vandalism and looting.
Combs’ ex accuses him of abuse but says she loves him
Sean Diddy Combs' ex-girlfriend says she took part in sex acts with male sex workers at the music mogul's request because it made her feel loved by him.
Utoikamanu moves to make Origin mark after 2023 tease
Stefano Utoikamanu has spent two years thinking about the fact he was teased by 12 minutes of State of Origin. A move to Melbourne helped earn a second shot.
Nose full of turmeric put tough Mann on Maroons path
Queensland utility Kurt Mann will become the Maroons' second oldest debutant, and his legendary toughness has its roots in a broken nose he once played with.
‘Squeeze the lemon’ – Hawks out to consolidate
Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell says it's important to focus on what works and build on that as they face another big test against Adelaide.
Darcy given green light for Dogs’ clash with Saints
Rising superstar Sam Darcy's return from a knee injury will give the Western Bulldogs a huge boost in attack for their AFL clash with St Kilda.
‘I won’t flinch’ – Sharks coach seeks derby turnaround
Coming off two heavy losses, Cronulla coach Craig Fitzgibbon says he's learning from the past to help the Sharks return to their consistent best.
Australian shares fade after hitting new record
A trade truce between the world's two largest economies helped send Australian shares to new heights, but an afternoon sell-off shows investors remain wary.
Bridge project points to the future of arts festivals
Bridges transformed into art by global design duo Craig & Karl are among free attractions at the Brisbane Festival, staged with corporate naming rights.
‘I’ll be 100 per cent’: Suaalii’s huge Wallabies boost
Code-hopping superstar Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii is promising to be back to full fitness for the Wallabies' Lions series after recovering from a broken jaw.
Industrial disputes drop to lowest level in two years
The number of employees involved in industrial disputes has fallen by more than half during the first three months of 2025.
Origin star stops ‘creepy’ NRL teammate groping woman
Ex-NRL Brisbane player Teui "TC" Robati has been acquitted of two rape charges but admitted a sexual assault while on a night out with his then-teammates.
Heartbroken mum urges free vaccines for deadly disease
After watching her son die in a few hours, a grieving parent is lobbying a state government to help prevent the disease that killed him.
Maroons star’s damning stat that NSW ‘don’t care about’
Recalled Queensland veteran Kurt Capewell has missed 75 tackles in the NRL this year, more than any other player, but he explained why he is not concerned.
Kiraz called in as Blues star sidelined from training
NSW winger Brian To'o has been sidelined from training in the lead-up to State of Origin II after reporting hamstring soreness.
The cost benefit for Aussies as airline axes Asian arm
The closure of Jetstar Asia could have a major impact on the price of Australian airfares as Qantas shifts its focus to the domestic market.
‘Wish I hugged her’: torment of vanished woman’s family
The sister of a woman whose alleged killer ended his life on the eve of a verdict being delivered hopes she did not suffer before her suspected death.
Angus Crichton calls out Maroons’ team-list mind games
NSW second-rower Angus Crichton has vowed to make Tom Dearden's first match in the Queensland No.7 jersey a nightmare, while accusing the Maroons of mind games.
Muslim preacher ‘never’ meant to insult ‘vile’ Jews
An Islamist preacher says he did not mean to insult Jews by calling them 'treacherous' after comparing Christmas greetings to congratulating someone for murder.
Crocodile Hunter’s dad fires up over culling proposal
Steve Irwin's father has weighed in on a campaign to cull crocodiles found in populated sites, saying it won't make the community any safer.
How Galvin won Bulldogs players over in private meeting
Canterbury skipper Stephen Crichton has revealed how Bulldogs players held a private meeting with Lachlan Galvin after his fallout with Wests Tigers.
Latest search ends for missing toddler Madeleine McCann
An area in southern Portugal has been searched for Madeleine McCann, eighteen years since the British toddler disappeared from a resort town.
Public pepper spray trial triggers stinging backlash
A 12-month trial allowing the public to carry pepper spray in a crime-hit territory has been slammed by critics who say it is an "admission of failure".
Musk says some of his posts about Trump ‘went too far’
Sources close to Elon Musk say the world's richest man may want to repair his relationship with President Donald Trump after expressing regret for criticism.
‘Oh, man!’ – Proteas ruing crucial miss in WTC final
South Africa had Australia on the ropes on day one of the World Test Championship final, before a non-referral crucially swung the momentum at Lord's.
Olympic swim champ issues blunt warning to rivals
One Australian Olympic gold medallist has delivered a blunt warning to his swimming rivals, while another admits her plan to have fun isn't yet working.