Turkey warns against protests over detained mayor
Thousands of people have rallied against the arrest of Istanbul's mayor, but Turkey's government has hit out at "illegal" opposition calls for street protests.
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Ukraine, Russia to hold talks with US in Saudi Arabia
Talks on a United States proposal for a partial ceasefire in Ukraine are set to resume on Monday in Saudi Arabia, Ukrainian and Russian officials confirmed.
Superb Socceroos sink Indonesia in major qualifying win
Australia have dismantled Indonesia in a 5-1 World Cup qualifier win that moves Tony Popovic's side closer to next year's tournament.
Panthers feel the pain as Storm win grand final rematch
Melbourne have hung tough to beat a dogged Penrith outfit, who lost their skipper Nathan Cleary to an early head knock in their NRL grand final rematch.
Bolton in for Dockers, mixed news for Magpies
Fremantle recruit Shai Bolton will play against Sydney on Sunday if he pulls up well from training, while Jordan De Goey will be unleashed against the Bulldogs.
Ripple effect fear in US crackdown on research funding
Leading Australian institutions say a US clampdown on research funding risks projects that could yield global benefits in the future.
Hawks go 3-0, pile more pressure on tired Carlton
Carlton were unable to redeem themselves from a horror round-one defeat, going down to red-hot Hawthorn by 20 points at the MCG.
Pauline Hanson eyes cuts on grog tax, climate spending
Pauline Hanson is taking aim at climate change spending, public servants and First Nations agencies in a bid to address the cost of living.
Maguire looks within to find key to unlocking Broncos
Brisbane coach Michael Maguire is still learning about his new squad and what he must do to extract their best as he opens up about leading the glamour club.
Levi back in ‘perfect storm’ for new rugby sevens era
Rugby sevens star Maddison Levi will return from injury, but Charlotte Caslick won't play in Hong Kong as Australia's women field their youngest ever team.
‘Here for him’: Luai’s advice to in-demand young Tiger
Wests Tigers co-captain Jarome Luai has a simple approach to speculation that Tigers young stars may switch clubs when their contract expires.
Eagles coach looks to Reid a new chapter against Lions
Harley Reid was out of sorts in last week's loss to Gold Coast, but the star West Coast midfielder is being backed in to rebound against Brisbane on Sunday.
Dishonesty charges dropped against childcare executive
A woman previously accused by ASIC of dishonesty during a takeover bid between two early childhood education companies has had all charges against her dropped.
Waratahs challenged to ‘front up’ for Brumbies derby
After being thrashed by Queensland, the NSW Waratahs have been instructed to 'front up with an edge' for their Super Rugby Pacific derby with the ACT Brumbies.
RSPCA pulls approval for salmon farm after mass deaths
A salmon farm where workers were filmed sealing live fish in boxes has had its RSPCA tick of approval removed following an investigation.
Hospital bomb hoaxer jailed for armed robbery spree
A man who once threatened to blow up a hospital with a fake bomb strapped to his chest has been jailed for multiple armed robberies over a four-day period.
No rush on Warner, Swans vow to shun ‘arrogant’ mistake
Sydney defender Dane Rampe says off-contract teammate Chad Warner won't be hurried into recommitting, as the winless Swans prepare to play Fremantle.
Manly rule Trbojevic out, Cherry-Evans trains freely
Manly will leave Tom Trbojevic on ice for their NRL clash with Canberra, but Daly Cherry-Evans is looking increasingly likely to play.
Pasifika-First Nations clash completes Lions schedule
The touring Lions will play a combined Indigenous-Pasifika side in Melbourne in a historic clash that completes their touring schedule 100 days from kick-off.
Socceroo acquitted of rape speaks of ‘pain, suffering’
A jury has cleared a former Socceroo of raping a woman in his Sydney home after hearing what she texted her sister moments after the alleged assault.
Malaysia approves restarting search for MH370
Malaysia's government has approved a US-based marine robotics company to renew the search for the wreckage of flight MH370.
Dockers vow to bounce back from round-one AFL flop
Fremantle copped a 78-point loss to Geelong last week, but coach Justin Longmuir is confident of a much better display in Sunday's clash with Sydney.
Saints aim to dampen AFL noise around Cats’ Smith
St Kilda will put work into Geelong star Bailey Smith, but will focus more on fixing their own game after a bad round-one loss to Adelaide.
‘I’d play 15 rucks’: Lions’ cult hero staying humble
Oscar McInerney has put his grand final heartache in perspective and reflected on the special bond he shares with fellow Brisbane ruckman Darcy Fort.
Teach sons respect, warns mother of murdered woman
A coroner has thanked the family of a young murdered woman for their powerful presence throughout her inquest and says their participation will save lives.
Payten shuts out noise as Cowboys seek first win
North Queensland coach Todd Payten concedes scrutiny on his team ahead of the Brisbane clash has been "uncomfortable" after two straight losses.
Climate protesters crash Dutton keystone policy speech
A Donald Trump meeting would top the agenda if the coalition wins government, says Peter Dutton as anti-nuclear protesters crash his foreign policy speech.
Emotional Kyrgios storms to long-awaited win in Miami
Nick Kyrgios has won his first ATP tour match since 2022, posting a three-set first-round victory over American Mackenzie McDonald at the Miami Open.
Tougher bail key to stopping crime surge, says top cop
With crime surging to record levels, one of Australia's largest police forces is pleading for government to fast-track tougher bail laws.
Angry cyclone victims beat a path to parliament’s door
Residents of a community battered by a tropical cyclone are blaming climate change for the extreme event as another region braces for the next big wet.
Why shock drop in jobs won’t shift RBA rate cut bets
Fewer older Australians returned to work in February, driving a surprise fall in jobs and workforce participation but the labour market remains tight overall.