Rapper Ice Cube trapped in Australia by Alfred
Hip hop legend and actor Ice Cube is trying to "stay clear" of Tropical Cyclone Alfred.
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The agony of Alfred: long wait for cyclone’s dark fury
An extended wait for Tropical Cyclone Alfred is raising anxiety as millions of people bunker down for the system that could arrive under the cover of darkness.
Why Nanai will become a more fearsome Cowboys beast
North Queensland second-rower Jeremiah Nanai is one of the game's best attacking forwards and has now set his sights on becoming just as damaging in defence.
‘Nerves high’ as Labor closes in on state poll victory
Labor is being universally tipped to win in Saturday's WA poll, but Premier Roger Cook says he is nervous and the contest will be tight.
Green fuel cash injection prepares market for take-off
A $250 million investment in sustainable fuels could tell the rest of the world that Australia is ready to turn its farm waste into flights.
Insurers urged to move quickly on Cyclone Alfred claims
Billions in damage and a flurry of insurance claims are expected to follow Cyclone Alfred, and Treasurer Jim Chalmers is confident the industry is prepared.
PM pushes for fixed terms amid election date talk
Questions about the timing of the federal election, as cyclone Alfred looms, have prompted the prime minister to reignite his push for fixed poll dates.
‘Last warning’: Trump issues Hamas hostage ultimatum
US President Donald Trump has asked Hamas militants to immediately release all hostages held in Gaza in what he called his "last warning" to them.
Why James O’Connor loves the fast and slow pace of NZ
He's proven a revelation for the Crusaders and now former Wallabies star James O'Connor has revealed why he's loving life so much in New Zealand.
Pope rests on peaceful night of third week in hospital
The Vatican says Pope Francis is resting on Thursday after a peaceful night during his third week of hospital treatment for double pneumonia.
Thousands urged to evacuate ahead of five days of rain
Residents in areas previously devastated by record floods are anxious as a tropical cyclone approaches, with thousands losing power as others are told to flee.
Tariff fickleness sparks call for business to diversify
Australia is still pushing for an exemption to US tariffs but businesses are waking up to the possibility they may need to be flexible to mitigate their impact.
Trump gives automakers short exemption from new tariffs
President Donald Trump is granting a one-month exemption on his stiff new tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada for US automakers.
Trbojevic hasn’t considered any move out of No.1 jersey
Tom Trbojevic has admitted he is sometimes frustrated by talk of a move out of the No.1, believing he still plays his best football at fullback for Manly.
Cobbo’s oasis the trump card in keeping him at Broncos
Selwyn Cobbo has lost 7kg and is mentally refreshed as he targets a new Brisbane deal after a visit to Cherbourg State School with coach Michael Maguire.
Cause for Australian optimism despite US-Ukraine stoush
Australian ambassador to the United States Kevin Rudd has launched a staunch defence of the alliance between the two nations amid a shake up under Donald Trump.
Tedesco won’t overplay hand like he has in past
James Tedesco admits he has tried to do too much when the Sydney Roosters have been undermanned in previous years, but says it won't happen in 2025.
Taskforce promise not kept after soccer’s darkest day
Two years after the Melbourne derby pitch invasion, a taskforce Football Australia promised to establish to curb fan conduct has yet to get off the ground.
Australia backs Gaza assistance as Israel chokes aid
A spokesperson for Australia's foreign minister has reiterated calls for a ceasefire and humanitarian aid in Gaza as Israel blocks humanitarian supplies.
Ilias declares he’s a better player than when at Souths
Lachlan Ilias believes a year of maturing and watching from the sidelines has made him a different footballer to when he was dropped by South Sydney.
Cats’ coach will never fully get over prelim heartbreak
Geelong coach Chris Scott is looking forward to a new AFL campaign, but concedes he will never fully get over last season's preliminary final loss.
Health alert as mosquito virus spreads in three states
A second case of the deadly Japanese encephalitis has been detected in regional Victoria after a handful of cases were reported in NSW and Queensland.
Cowboys debut new half, action Jaxon takes centre stage
North Queensland coach Todd Payten has put his faith in debutant half Tom Duffy, while a 19-year-old centre has claimed the spot vacated by Valentine Holmes.
Maguire challenge that got Paix on hook for Broncos
Cory Paix has capped a remarkable comeback from oblivion under new Brisbane coach Michael Maguire to be given the starting No.9 jersey in round one.
Cyclone triggers anxiety in town ‘dragged out of mud’
People still reeling from recent floods are bracing for Tropical Cyclone Alfred, which will affect a region where some are still living in temporary homes.
Woman jailed after $1.8m of air-freighted meth seized
A woman likely faces deportation after being jailed for attempting to accept delivery of methamphetamine air-freighted from Mexico in wooden statues.
Opals star to show her fighting Spirit in WNBL decider
As Bendigo Spirit's Sami Whitcomb prepares to secure her first WNBL trophy, she's hoping she can captivate audiences beyond basketball.
Brown to fore as Moses ruled out of Eels’ NRL opener
Without Mitchell Moses for his side's opening-round trip to face Melbourne, Dylan Brown has the chance to prove his worth to Parramatta.
China slaps retaliatory tariffs on US farm products
China has announced it will levy 15 per cent tariffs on imports of US chicken, corn, and other farm products and 10 per cent on soy and others.
Giants lose Stringer, Hogan, De Goey sidelined for Pies
Jesse Hogan and Jake Stringer have been ruled out for at least two weeks with injury, leaving GWS without their star forwards for opening round.
Most workers feel overwhelmed by AI but bosses want it
Four out of every five Aussie workers are overwhelmed by changes at work but most executives want to use artificial intelligence to create bigger transitions.