Russia hits Ukraine with hypersonic missile in attacks
Russia has confirmed the third use of its new intermediate-range Oreshnik ballistic missile to target Ukraine during a massive attack on Kyiv and nearby areas..
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France bans Israeli minister after detainee taunts
France has banned Israel's far-right national security minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, citing his unspeakable behaviour toward activists from a flotilla to Gaza.
Faulolo shines in Turbo’s boots as Manly win again
Manly have registered their seventh win to break into the NRL top-four, with Clayton Faulalo impressing at fullback.
Force crash out of finals race despite gutsy win
Zac Lomax has scored his second Super Rugby try, but it wasn't enough to earn the bonus point the Force desperately needed to stay in the finals hunt.
Mavs strike down Lightning in Super Netball
A strong second half lifted the Melbourne Mavericks to a 10-goal win over Sunshine Coast Lightning and into third position on the Super Netball ladder
Ukrainian attack triggers fire at Russian oil terminal
A Ukrainian drone attack has sparked a fire at a Russian oil terminal, as Kyiv continues to target energy facilities that help fund Moscow's four-year-old war.
Corica and Auckland FC make ALM grand final history
Cam Howieson was the unlikely hero as Auckland FC became the first Kiwi team to win an A-League Men championship, defeating Sydney FC 1-0 in the grand final.
Uganda confirms new Ebola cases as tracing steps up
Uganda's Ebola cases have risen to five, as authorities warn the risk of a epidemic is "very high" in neighbouring Congo, where the outbreak began.
Warriors condemn Dragons to 15th straight loss
Third-choice Warriors halfback Te Maire Martin scored two tries and played a hand in two others as the Kiwi side handed St George Illawarra a 15th straight loss
Thunderbirds torch Giants in netball record-breaker
The Giants' disastrous season lurched to a new low as they were held to their lowest-ever score in a 33-point thumping by the Adelaide Thunderbirds
Cats keep their cool despite statement win over Swans
Geelong have backed up their win over Brisbane with an impressive 27-point triumph over fellow flag fancies Sydney, but Chris Scott won't get overconfident.
North star Simpkin shines in Sir Doug Nicholls Round
After a tumultuous off-season also marred by tragedy, a North Melbourne veteran is adding to his lofty reputation this year.
China suffers deadliest coalmine disaster since 2009
A coalmine gas explosion in China has killed at least 90 people, state media says, in the country's worst mining accident in more than a decade.
We were worried: Reds scrape past Moana in thriller
Queensland have coughed up a 19-point lead before pulling off a game-winning try at the death to scrape past Moana Pasifika and secure a finals berth.
Injuries sour victory as Magpies salute Pendlebury
Injuries to Jamie Elliott and Darcy Moore have soured Collingwood's win over West Coast in Scott Pendlebury's record-breaking AFL appearance.
Much better late than never in Kangaroos’ Cam-back win
North Melbourne have come back from 43 points behind in the second quarter to beat Gold Coast by six points in a pulsating Marvel Stadium clash.
No panic, Jannik: how can a Demon and co down a Sinner?
Jannik Sinner looks the hottest favourite to win a grand slam for years, with Alex de Minaur among the support cast wondering how on earth to halt him in Paris.
‘Guessing game’: Blues’ mystery over Origin refereeing
NSW forward Cameron Murray says players are in the dark as to how Wednesday night's State of Origin series opener will be refereed.
Underhill or Undertaker? Dogs laud deadly new hitman
Jack Underhill has only played two NRL games but already the James Graham-lookalike has proven a smash hit with Canterbury fans.
‘Great initiative’: Blues back Arrow fundraising push
NSW hooker Blayke Brailey has backed plans for the NRL to introduce a fundraising campaign for Jai Arrow, who has been diagnosed with MND.
Three dead after ‘horrific’ head-on midnight crash
Police were called to conduct a welfare check at a home moments before a head-on car crash that killed three people.
Senegal’s president sacks PM, dissolves government
Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has fired Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko in a decision announced during a late-night broadcast.
‘A bit early’: Dees play down flag chances as Dogs loom
Melbourne have broken into the AFL top four and could take another significant step forward under Steven King with victory over the Western Bulldogs.
Freed Gazan flotilla activists allege Israeli abuse
Global Sumud Flotilla activists have alleged beatings, abuse and sexual assault by Israeli authorities after their boats were intercepted.
Origin talk brought best out of Cowboys playmaker
North Queensland half Jake Clifford got a boost when mentioned as a possible Queensland representative and played accordingly as his great season gathers pace.
De Minaur’s dreams of first clay-court triumph dashed
Australian No.1 Alex de Minaur has fallen short at the penultimate hurdle in his bid to lift a maiden clay-court crown in Hamburg, outlasted by Tommy Paul.
‘Incredibly proud’: Maroons legend backs feisty Flegler
Petero Civoniceva was one of the toughest Queensland props to lace a boot, but he is blown away by the fight in Thomas Flegler on his emotional Origin return.
Pakistan military chief arrives in Iran for talks
Pakistan's army chief has arrived in Iran in a renewed effort to mediate a peace deal to end the conflict.
Sky Blues skipper out to make up for missed grand final
Forced to watch Sydney FC's last grand final appearance from a hotel, captain Rhyan Grant is promising to go full throttle against Auckland FC.
Party leaders make election vow as PM defends tax
With an election looming, two state party leaders have joined their federal counterparts to declare office is theirs for the taking.
Surgery for skipper as Bombers count cost of carnage
Andrew McGrath will miss at least three matches with a broken jaw after Essendon were hit hard by injuries in a disastrous loss to Richmond.