Arson? Forty Winks mattress store goes up in smoke
An early morning blaze at a mattress store has been brought under control as police and arson detectives begin investigating the suspicious fire.
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Kings sign Lamonte Turner in push for NBL finals
As the business season of the NBL season approaches, the Sydney Kings have bolstered their roster with an American point guard.
Nursing support for all, no matter the cancer type
Cancer patients will find it easier to get specialised support after the government committed millions during one of the nation's biggest fundraising events.
Search for man taken by shark ends without finding body
Authorities have concluded the search for a surfer who was seen taken by a shark but have not located his body.
Plan for illegal vape sale profits to go up in smoke
A state government is investigating ways to financially target those selling vapes and illicit tobacco in an effort to disrupt the underground criminal market.
‘Can’t be that soft’: India’s final swipe at Aussies
In a series punctuated by tensions between the sides, India have thrown one last swipe at Australia following a confrontation on day one of the SCG Test.
From axings to the elite: Australia’s player rankings
A look at how Australia's players fared in their 3-1 Border-Gavaskar Trophy triumph over India.
Opetaia has radar on Nyika in ‘huge’ IBF title fight
Jai Opetaia has lofty long-term goals in boxing but says they mean nothing unless he defends his IBF world cruiserweight title against David Nyika.
Capitals trump Geelong, Lynx extend WNBL winning streak
A star performance from Nyadiew Puoch has helped the Canberra Capitals cruise to an 89-69 WNBL win over Geelong United, while Perth defeated Adelaide.
South Korea protesters rally for, against Yoon’s arrest
South Korean protesters have braved the cold to demand impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol's ouster as authorities prepare to renew their efforts to detain him.
Ruthless Sabalenka’s AO tune-up nets Brisbane crown
World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka will gun for a third-straight Australian Open title with a new trophy under her belt after winning the Brisbane International.
In-form Gauff, Fritz lead Team USA to United Cup glory
Big guns Coco Gauff and Taylor Fritz have swept Team USA to a 2-0 victory over Poland in the United Cup final in Sydney.
Opelka injury hands Brisbane crown to Lehecka
Czech Jiri Lehecka has won the Brisbane International after feelgood story Reilly Opelka retired with a back complaint when trailing 4-1 in the final.
Woman found dead after house destroyed by fire
Police are investigating after a 71-year-old woman was found dead inside a house that caught fire.
Kyiv security guarantees depend on US: Zelenskiy
Ukrainians are counting on US President-elect Donald Trump to force Russia to end its war after he takes office, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says.
Swiatek plays down Australian Open fitness fears
World No.2 Iga Swiatek insists she''ll be fine for the Australian Open despite battling injuries during Poland's United Cup campaign in Sydney.
New model Nyika warned about ‘poking bear’ Opetaia
A 'new and improved' David Nyika insists he can take the IBF world cruiserweight title from Jai Opetaia, but Opetaia's camp says his chirping is wearing thin.
Heavens open, bringing relief from heat and fires
Wet and cooler conditions across much of southeastern Australia have provided relief from the heat and a bushfire burning for three weeks.
Search resumes for missing bushwalker amid heat, fire
The search for a bushwalker missing for 11 days resumes after specialist crews have joined the efforts amid soaring temperatures and nearby fires.
PM hits the road to an election with multi-state blitz
The election year has begun with the prime minister making his first major promise as he embarks on a whirlwind cross-country crusade.
Syria to hike public sector pay by 400 per cent
Syria's caretaker government is set to hike public sector wages by 400 per cent in a bid to boost efficiency and accountability.
Winter storm won’t delay Trump election certification
The wild winter weather lashing the US will not hamper the certification of Donald Trump's election as president, the House speaker has promised.
Heavy going as Huni set to box through elbow injury
Australian heavyweight Justis Huni will defend his IBO Global title on Wednesday night on the Gold Coast after bravely brushing aside bone chips in his elbow.
Hamas and Israel wrangle over talks amid Gaza strikes
A renewed push is under way to reach a ceasefire in the 15-month war between Israel and Hamas, and return Israeli hostages who were taken to Gaza.
Hope for end to wage theft as laws come into force
Criminal penalties for employers who deliberately underpay workers have come into effect, with hopes they will deter bosses from engaging in the practice.
Birrell takes top-10 scalp, Joint scares Azarenka
Wildcard and world No.113 Kimberly Birrell claimed a top-10 scalp while Australian teenager Maya Joint gave a former world No.1 a huge Brisbane scare.
‘Mitch’s time’ – Aussies back Marsh ahead of SCG Test
Australia's wicketkeeper Alex Carey has rejected suggestions change is needed for the SCG, believing Mitch Marsh can silence his critics against India.
McGrath says Starc worth the risk as quick gets scans
Mitchell Starc has been sent for scans on his sore ribs ahead of the SCG Test, but Australia are confident the quick will be fit to face India in Sydney.
South Korea crash probe ramps up as victims identified
Investigators are working to extract data from the flight recorder of a plane that belly-landed and burst into flames in South Korea, killing 179 people.
‘Open’ races predicted as road nationals head to Perth
The Australian road cycling championships have moved for the first time in two decades, meaning a radically different January for the sport.
Djokovic downs Monfils for 20th time to reach quarters
Novak Djokovic continued his stunning record against France's Gael Monfils to reach the Brisbane International quarter-finals as another Frenchman starred again