Morgan Freeman leads tribute to Gene Hackman at Oscars
Morgan Freeman has honoured "dear friend" Gene Hackman at the Academy Awards just days after his Unforgiven co-star's death, saying Hollywood had lost a giant.
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Dolphins brace for Cyclone Bennett as Gilbert steps up
New Dolphins captain Tom Gilbert has warned that South Sydney coach Wayne Bennett will be out to rain on the parade of his former club at Suncorp Stadium.
Amping up: $45m boost to get women into energy and tech
Women could help to close skills shortages in areas such as cybersecurity, clean energy and construction that pose a threat to Australia's progress.
Cops tout arrests during state-first pill-testing trial
Police charged a number of people with drug offences at a music festival participating in a controversial state government pill-testing trial.
Two dead, suspect held after car hits crowd in Germany
Police say a suspect is in custody and at least two people have died after a driver rammed a car into a crowd in western Germany.
Trump halts all US military aid to Ukraine after clash
US President Donald Trump has paused all military aid to Ukraine following his clash in the White House with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy.
Shop shelves stripped as residents sandbag for cyclone
Operators of a popular boat club nervously watching water lap at its doors are among millions of people frantically preparing for the arrival of a cyclone.
Housing, health and complexity hold back early learning
Early learning advocates, service providers and children advocate peak bodies say housing, health and system complexity is holding back kids from early learning
Revelations in minutes of interest rate drought breaker
Minutes from the Reserve Bank meeting that finally lower interest rates shows board members responding to signals from recent trends in two key areas.
Indigenous-led centre launched, continuing Mabo legacy
Helping Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities leverage their native title rights for economic growth will be the focus of a new centre.
‘No child left behind’: billions for state schools
Billions of dollars will go towards Australia's biggest public school system after a new funding deal was reached, but one state is still holding out for more.
Butchers, bakers and makers better off in the bush
Nearly 100 jobs pay better in country Australia, with 67,000 roles available outside the cities, according to new research encouraging workers to make the move.
Bosses urged to stay flexible as gender pay gap narrows
The gender pay gap is steadily closing amid warnings revoking work from home flexibility will impact women's ability to earn more.
Smith hoping Australia turn it on against Indian spin
Australian captain Steve Smith thinks the World Cup semi-final in Dubai will be won and lost by spin bowing - but hopes it won't come down to his own twirlers.
Hamas says Israel pushing things back ‘to square one’
Hamas has accused the Israeli government of trying to push things back to square one by asking to extend the first phase of their ceasefire agreement.
Pope on ventilation after respiratory problems: Vatican
Pope Francis has been put back on non-invasive mechanical ventilation after two episodes of "acute respiratory insufficiency," the Vatican says.
Stocks tumble as Trump locks in Canada, Mexico tariffs
US President Donald Trump's taxes on imports from Mexico and Canada is sparking fears of a North American trade war that will hike inflation and hinder growth.
Brisbane, GWS tipped as grand finalists by captains
AFL captains are tipping the Brisbane Lions and GWS to reach the AFL grand final, with Collingwood ace Nick Daicos the favourite to collect the Brownlow medal.
Cyclone forces AFL to postpone, NRL move to Sydney
The NRL has moved the Dolphins clash with South Sydney out of Brisbane, after the AFL postponed games in Queensland amid cyclone warnings.
Australia open to Ukraine peacekeeping operations: PM
Requests for peacekeeping operations to ensure security for Ukraine will be considered by Australia as the US announces a suspension of aid for the nation.
Kurdish PKK militia declares ceasefire with Turkey
Kurdish militant group the PKK has declared a ceasefire in its 40-year conflict with Turkey, heeding its jailed leader's call for disarmament.
Saints’ Owens latest AFL player hurt in marking contest
St Kilda forward Mitch Owens is the fourth AFL player to be hurt in the pre-season after an opponent was pushed into a marking contest.
Victory secure point with late equaliser against Roar
Melbourne Victory's left back Kasey Bos has secured a 1-1 draw against Brisbane with a goal in the 97th minute to continue the Roar's home winless streak.
Victory hot on heels of record-equalling City in ALW
Melbourne Victory beat Western United to close the gap on A-League Women leaders Melbourne City, who have gone a record-equalling 18 games unbeaten.
SA break 13-year drought to claim one-day trophy
South Australia have beaten Victoria by 64 runs to win the state's first domestic one-day cricket title in 13 years at Adelaide Oval.
Eagles ride like the wind to round up wayward Kangaroos
West Coast made the most of a strong breeze in the final term to beat North Melbourne by two points in their pre-season game at Bunbury, south of Perth.
Reds snatch thrilling win over Force with last-gasp try
Queensland Reds winger Filipo Daugunu has scored a last-gasp try to lift his side to a thrilling four-point win over the Western Force at HBF Park.
Sub-10-second sprint breakthrough beckons for Kennedy
Rising sprint star Lachlan Kennedy and Bree Rizzo both teased Australian 100m records on a lightning night of sprinting at the Perth Track Classic.
Windler inspires Wildcats’ NBL Playoff fightback win
The Perth Wildcats have delivered a stunning fightback to force their NBL Playoff series with Melbourne United to a Game 3.
UK, France to present Ukraine deal to Trump: Starmer
Prime Minister Keir Starmer says the UK and France will work with Ukraine to stop fighting and will discuss the plan with the US going forward.
Hall the hero as Young Socceroos win the U20 Asian Cup
Australia's Young Socceroos have won the Under-20 Asian Cup in China, drawing 1-1 with Saudi Arabia in the final before winning a penalty shootout 5-4.