Trump says he spoke to Putin about ending Ukraine war
The Kremlin has neither confirmed nor denied reports US President Donald Trump has spoken to Russian President Vladimir Putin about ending the war in Ukraine.
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Gunmen in Mali kill 25 civilians in convoy attack
Mali's military says gunmen have attacked a convoy of vehicles escorted by the army, killing 25 civilians mostly gold miners.
Gaza ceasefire averted famine but threat remains: UN
The United Nations humanitarian chief says famine has been mostly averted in Gaza as a surge of aid enters the territory during a fragile ceasefire.
Landslides, flooding hit region as rain threat expands
Landslides and flooding have further hampered authorities as they try to recover from days of downpours, with more rain to come as the threat moves inland.
Australia’s blueprint for subcontinent success
Australia learned to be adaptable with their XI and aggressive with their batting on tour in Sri Lanka, and those lessons may well come in handy in India.
Invincible no more: by-election puts Labor on notice
With a state by-election result hanging on a knife edge, voters have fired a "warning shot" at Labor ahead of the upcoming federal election.
‘Hold the line’: politicians say goodbye ahead of poll
Retiring politicians have issued rallying calls to the nation to remain optimistic about the future as they bid farewell ahead of a federal election.
Retiring renters face homelessness as ownership falls
As home ownership falls, rents grow and the cost of living continues to surge, older renters will need more help when they enter retirement, a report has found.
Benefits of publishing pill testing data outweigh risks
The benefits of publishing Australian pill testing trial data outweigh the risks, according to a new report examining what happens overseas.
Indigenous teen slain after ‘complex series of events’
Indigenous teen Cassius Turvey was "caught, knocked to the ground and deliberately struck to the head with a metal pole" his murder trial has been told.
Trump says Musk will find billions in Pentagon waste
US President Donald Trump has flagged that billionaire Elon Musk will soon begin combing the Pentagon for wasted taxpayer dollars.
Brave de Minaur downed by Alcaraz in Rotterdam final
Alex de Minaur has come up just short again in the Rotterdam Open final, beaten by Carlos Alcaraz in three tough sets.
Russia launches drone attacks on Kyiv, Sumy
The Trump administration's national security adviser Mike Waltz says that top officials are travelling to Europe this week for talks on the Ukraine conflict.
Egypt calls Arab summit over Trump’s Gaza plan
Egypt will host an emergency Arab summit on February 27 to discuss President Donald Trump's "dangerous" idea to resettle Palestinians from Gaza.
Two cup exits in a week add to pressure on Postecoglou
Ange Postecoglou is facing his biggest crisis in his time at struggling Tottenham after a second cup exit in three days.
Trump to announce 25 per cent steel, aluminium tariffs
Donald Trump is poised to announce 25 per cent tariffs on steel and aluminium imported to the US but It's not yet clear how and if Australia will be affected.
Time for ‘rubber to hit the road’ in Closing the Gap
A plan to reduce disadvantage among Indigenous people is at risk of not meeting targets, as Indigenous leaders call for funding to back programs.
Swans avoid AFL grand final hangover talk: Amartey
With Sydney coming off another heavy AFL grand final defeat, forward Joel Amartey saying they're firmly focused on what's ahead in 2025.
American novelist Tom Robbins dies at 92
Tom Robbins, best known for his novel Even Cowgirls Get the Blues that made him a cult favourite, has died at the age of 92.
Foreign buyers circle Star flagship casino precinct
Star Entertainment has confirmed it's in talks to sell its stake in one of Australia's largest entertainment precincts, amid continued financial woes.
Albanese to press Trump for tariff breaks for Australia
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will attempt to secure Australian companies an exemption from US tariffs in a direct phone call with President Donald Trump.
No rep retirement as Cherry-Evans eyes Maroons jersey
Daly Cherry-Evans is yet to decide whether 2025 will be his 15th and final season at Manly, but he has no plans to walk away from representative football early.
Aussie shares dip as Trump vows to impose metal tariffs
The ASX200 has fallen after US President Donald Trump said he would impose new levies on steel and aluminium imports.
Ponga explains All Stars stance after Kangaroos saga
Kalyn Ponga has delved into his decision to accept a Maori All Stars call-up after turning down the chance to represent Australia late last year.
LIV star sympathises with Aussie golf’s ‘rough ride’
Lamenting Australian golf fans' "rough ride" in the recent past, LIV Golf star Ian Poulter expects Australia's Ripper GC will be hard to beat in Adelaide.
Star heads accused of turning blind eye to illicit cash
Executives at troubled gambling firm The Star allegedly put profit over risk management by ignoring the potential criminal cash washing through its casinos.
Man behind bars after homemade shotgun shooting arrest
A man accused of crawling under a house then shooting a man with a homemade shotgun had his case mentioned in court after three days on the run in bushland.
Skipper Murray ‘in frame’ to start season for Souths
Cameron Murray has set a deadline for when he needs to return to contact training following a wrist injury if he is to start the NRL season for South Sydney.
Man accused of raping Virgin worker in Fiji gets bail
A Fijian man accused of raping and sexually assaulting a Virgin Australia crew member on New Year's Day has been granted bail, with some strict conditions.
Mailata savours becoming first Aussie to win Super Bowl
Sydney-born Jordan Mailata is the first Australian to play in a Super Bowl win with his Philadelphia Eagles downing Kansas City 40-22 in the NFL showpiece game.
Just who can stop a fifth-straight Penrith premiership?
As a new NRL season nears, Penrith remain the team to beat after conquering Melbourne in last year's grand final.