Lions hold off on SOS despite latest scrumhalf injury
The British and Irish Lions may need to send an SOS to Scottish scrumhalf Ben White after Welsh veteran Tomos Williams was cut down by a hamstring injury.
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No butts: fines and jail for illegal cigs and vapes
Lucrative profits from selling cheap cigarettes and vapes across a rampant black market could go up in smoke under a plan for $1.5 million fines and jail time.
Plea for end to Gaza conflict after Mideast ceasefire
A senior minister has called for peace in Gaza after a deal was reached between between Iran and Israel to cease military strikes.
No charge for Bronco’s shot that injured Warriors No.7
Luke Metcalf went down injured in an illegal tackle against Brisbane but the forward who hit the Warriors halfback has escaped sanction.
Retail spending tipped to stay soft as home prices soar
Housing prices are expected to climb ever higher, even as a predicted recovery in dwelling consents shines a ray of hope on Australia's supply ambitions.
Host of nations, but not US, back Pride Day declaration
The US was notably absent from the list of nations that signed a statement in support of LGBTQI rights for international Pride Day.
Same Blue-print as NSW unchanged for Origin decider
NSW coach Laurie Daley has named an unchanged 17 for the State of Origin decider, to be played in Sydney on July 9.
Machetes and swords get the chop as new laws begin
South Australia will conduct a three-month period when people holding banned machetes and swords can surrender them to police.
Miserly Melbourne inflict major misery on Cronulla
With Eli Katoa and Jahrome Hughes the standouts, Melbourne have sent the Sharks packing from AAMI Park with a 30-6 win.
‘White-line fever’ Tiger star Lynch facing suspension
Adelaide have cruised to a 68-point win at the MCG on a dirty day for Richmond when spearhead Tom Lynch was put on report for a wild strike.
Trump’s ‘big beautiful bill’ clears first Senate hurdle
Republican senators have voted in a dramatic weekend session to advance Donald Trump's "big, beautiful bill" containing sweeping tax-cut and spending measures.
Tigers to lose a second young gun mid-season
Wests Tigers are set to release Tallyn Da Silva in time for the highly-touted hooker to sign with an NRL rival immediately.
Hot-shot reserve helps Jo’s Giants finish off Firebirds
Jo Harten celebrated her 200th Super Netball game in style as the Giants overcame a late scare to beat the Queensland Firebirds by five goals in Brisbane.
Cowboys win turns up heat on embattled Hasler
The Cowboys have beaten the Titans 30-24 on a wet afternoon at Cbus Super Stadium on the Gold Coast, turning up the heat on Des Hasler's coaching future.
Fiorini in the clear for collision with Demons defender
The clash between Gold Coast and Melbourne attracted plenty of fines, but Brayden Fiorini is in the clear for the incident that concussed Harrison Petty.
Sky’s the limit: Joint inspires Aussie Wimbledon launch
Talia Gibson and Ajla Tomljanovic will open Australia's Wimbledon campaign with high hopes after the boost delivered by soaraway Maya Joint.
Police review rapper’s Glastonbury anti-Israel comments
UK police are reviewing videos of Glastonbury performances after controversial comments by Irish hip-hop group Kneecap and London punk duo Bob Vylan.
BBC regrets not stopping Glastonbury live stream
The BBC says it should have pulled a live stream of rap group Bob Vylan's performance at Glastonbury over chants against Israeli troops.
Papalii, Shibasaki lift new Maroons like past heroes
Queensland will hope Josh Papalii can provide the 'Allan Langer effect' after being called out of Origin retirement as Gehamat Shibasaki gets a fairytale debut.
Star Storm prop defends NSW Origin selection
Selected for the Origin decider, Melbourne Storm prop Stefano Utoikamanu has defended his NSW game in Origin II, saying it was difficult to make an impression.
Outcome not timing the main game for Trump talks: PM
Work is still under way for Anthony Albanese to secure a meeting with Donald Trump as the prime minister stares down criticism it's taking too long.
Millions brace for ‘cyclogenesis’ impact on east coast
People already reeling from floods are on high alert as a storm intensifies and is expected to dump up to 200mm of rain on parts of the east coast.
Jury sent out to decide fate of accused mushroom killer
A Supreme Court jury has finally started its deliberations as mushroom cook Erin Patterson's triple-murder trial enters its 10th week.
Norris cuts Piastri lead after classic duel in the sun
Oscar Piastri's world championship lead is down to 15 points after McLaren teammate Lando Norris resisted every challenge from the Australian to win in Austria.
Israel steps up Gaza bombing ahead of ceasefire talks
Israeli officials are expected at the White House for talks on a Gaza ceasefire but there's been no let-up in strikes on the Palestinian enclave.
GWS star recruit embraces ‘interesting’ super-sub role
Jake Stringer's first season at GWS has been marred by injuries but the veteran is fresh and fired up after starring as the substitute in his pre-bye return.
Russian forces claim new victory in war in Ukraine
The first village in Ukraine's east-central region of Dnipropetrovsk has fallen, according to Russian state media and war bloggers.
Forever 17: loved ones remember free spirited Pheobe
Loved ones have come together for a private service to say goodbye to "free spirited" teen Pheobe Bishop, who was allegedly murdered six weeks earlier.
Tupou’s ‘tricky’ French test after Wallabies speed bump
French-bound prop Taniela Tupou will leave the Wallabies camp and join the NSW Waratahs ahead of their clash with the British & Irish Lions.
Messi’s Miami out of Club World Cup, Bayern power on
European giants Bayern Munich and PSG will clash in the FIFA Club World Cup quarter-finals after both scored four times in their respective round-of-16 wins.
Preston’s NRLW Bulldogs dream decades in the making
Co-captain Tayla Preston insists a grand final appearance is a realistic goal for Canterbury in their first NRLW season.