‘Come have a beer’: how Dezi Freeman engaged with cops
Details surrounding the negotiations between police and fugitive double killer Dezi Freeman before he was gunned down have been revealed for the first time.
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‘Likely’ Hanukkah terror did not prompt extra policing
A Jewish security group viewed terrorist attacks as likely in the lead-up to the Bondi massacre, but police did not carry out a threat assessment.
Astronauts reach China’s Tiangong space station
China has sent three astronauts to its space station, one of whom will stay for a year, as the nation eyes a moon landing by 2030.
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Rubio says US will find another way if Iran talks fail
US President Donald Trump is hosing down expectations of an imminent breakthrough in the three-month-old war with Iran.
Israel free to act against threats Netanyahu told Trump
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told US President Donald Trump that Israel would remain free to act against threats in Lebanon.
‘I wanted to see the light’: Demon bursts out of slump
Australia's French Open hope Alex de Minaur says he's battled through a tough period and now he's ready to build on James Duckworth's first-day boost in Paris.
Man charged after police shooting in suburban street
A man shot by police in a suburban street after officers received reports of a person armed with a knife is facing a string of charges.
Drinkwater class key as Cowboys overpower Rabbitohs
North Queensland have now won eight of their past 10 matches after prevailing 30-18 over South Sydney in Townsville.
Sophie’s the choice as Vixens reclaim joint ladder lead
Melbourne have drawn level with Adelaide at the top of the Super Netball ladder and inflicted a heavy blow to the NSW Swifts' hopes of playing finals.
Fever rage to post rousing Super win over Firebirds
West Coast Fever have snapped a two-match losing streak in style with an 18-point win over the Queensland Firebirds in Brisbane.
Goal-hungry Giants show Lions no mercy with record term
The GWS Giants have revived their AFL season with. an astonishing record-breaking third-quarter barrage of 14 goals in their 78-point home win over Brisbane.
‘They have to withstand us too’: Tino opens up on form
Maroons giant Tino Fa'asumaleaui has given a fascinating appraisal of the modern game and says even aggressive props have to be more strategic and technical.
Spearfisher dies in shark attack at popular diving spot
A coastal community has been left shocked after a spearfisherman was killed by a shark attack, despite witnesses rushing to his aid.
Munster fails to train as Maroons scoff at ‘mind games’
Queensland captain Cameron Munster was a notable absentee from Sunday's training session, but the Maroons have allayed fears he is in doubt for State of Origin.
Investor tax cut call as opponents fight Labor plan
A Labor plan to reduce investor incentives has been branded a "productivity tax" as opponents call for lower taxes for those with money to put aside.
Gutted but proud: Force lament missed finals chance
Western Force coach Simon Cron says he's gutted for his players after the franchise's finals drought stretched to 21 years.
Temporary fall in inflation won’t ease RBA fears
A short-lived reduction in the fuel excise has provided some momentary price relief but inflation will only worsen without a resolution to supply blockages.
‘I had to grow up’: The reformation of Fonua-Blake
After an early career filled with controversy Addin Fonua-Blake is a mature age State of Origin debutant
In-form Warrior ‘can’t argue’ with Origin snub
In-form Warriors prop Jackson Ford has opened up on his surprise omission from NSW's team for the State of Origin series opener.
Pauline Hanson won’t tie One Nation to coalition ‘dog’
Pauline Hanson's party could become the official opposition, but she has poured cold water on any policy compromise in a coalition deal.
Eels legend joins PNG Chiefs as assistant coach
Parramatta legend Luke Burt has signed to become the first member of Willie Peters' PNG Chiefs coaching staff.
Gunman shot dead at White House checkpoint
An emotionally disturbed man who had been issued with a "stay-away order" has been shot dead after firing at officers at a White House security checkpoint.
Injured Socceroo’s EPL dream over after Boro loss
Riley McGree was injured and he and Sammy Silvera missed out on their dream of Premier League football after Middlesbrough lost the Championship playoff final.
Shower of sparks as singer serenades to the stars
The stars have aligned at an opera festival in the outback, where a star tenor has performed under a meteor shower.
‘Special’: Walker’s path to Maroons with ‘big brother’
Sam Walker's lifelong connection to Kurt Capewell is the stuff State of Origin dreams are made of as father Ben reveals why he signed with Sydney Roosters.
Man threatened cops, pointed gun before fatal shooting
Police have fatally shot a man during a domestic violence call-out after he allegedly pointed a gun at officers.
Piastri loses ground as gloves are off at Mercedes
Lando Norris was second and Oscar Piastri fourth in the Canadian GP sprint, while Kimi Antonelli raged about Mercedes teammate George Russell's "naughty" win.
Murray relishes chance to see Radley inflict on Maroons
Cameron Murray is looking forward to being on the same team as aggressive Roosters tyro Victor Radley for the first time when they line up in State of Origin.
Aust republicans eye opportunity in One Nation rise
On the sidelines of Victoria's Labor conference, grassroots members hope to garner support for a fresh republic referendum: against the prime minister's pledge.
Trump says Iran peace deal ‘largely negotiated’
The US and Iran are reportedly close to signing a deal involving a 60-day ceasefire extension, during which the Strait of Hormuz would be reopened.
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Congo reports more than 200 suspected Ebola deaths
More than 200 people in the Democratic Republic of Congo have died from Ebola, as authorities battle to control the outbreak, with nearly 900 cases reported.