Arch-rivals’ bid fails as AFL young gun re-signs
Hawthorn have secured Josh Weddle on a four-year contract extension, after Essendon put a monster seven-year offer to the Hawks young gun.
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Israel’s expansion plans for the West Bank condemned
Israel's controversial plan to pave the way for future settlements in the West Bank has drawn widespread condemnation from around the globe.
‘A good human being’: Waratahs welcome rare NZ talent
The NSW Waratahs are set to unleash an exciting young talent from the Crusaders on the Fijian Drua in Friday night's Super Rugby Pacific clash in Sydney.
US rescuers battle winter storm to avalanche survivors
Nine skiers are missing after an avalanche in California's Sierra Nevada mountains, while crews pushed through freezing conditions to rescue six others.
Truck ‘chased’ on wrong side of highway before crash
A driver has been killed instantly in a horror crash with a truck that may have been chased by at least one vehicle on the wrong side of a major highway.
Private health insurance hike another blow for budgets
Under-pressure households will likely downgrade rather than ditch their private insurance after the health minister approved a big fee hike.
White nationalist jailed for hateful Australia Day rant
A neo-Nazi supporter who railed against Jews in a hate-filled Australia Day rally speech has been jailed for his offensive and abhorrent crime.
‘Disgusting’: ex-NRL star’s family targeted in gang war
A former NRL premiership star is recovering from surgery after being shot outside his home as his family is targeted in a spate of shootings and arson attacks.
Ramadan arrives in Gaza under shaky ceasefire deal
Amid the hardships, some in Gaza are working to bring a taste of Ramadan's festivities as Palestinians Muslims prepare to celebrate the Islamic holy month.
Suaalii centre of attention as Waratahs fullbacks queue
Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii will wear No.13 again for the Waratahs this week, having done so just once last season before playing in the centres for the Wallabies.
‘ISIS bride’ member barred from return to Australia
One of the 34 partners and children of ISIS fighters in Syria has been barred from returning to Australia for up to two years.
Father lashes out at suggestion he started fatal fire
A father whose son died of extensive burns in a house fire has frequently lashed out at an inquest, saying his memory had been erased.
‘Florid ramblings’: minister takes aim at CFMEU report
A minister has launched an extraordinary attack on the work of a top barrister probing CFMEU corruption as pressure builds on his party's leader.
Bulls collapse as South Australia revive Shield hopes
Nathan McAndrew's stunning third-day spell has led South Australia to a seven-wicket win over Queensland to throw the Sheffield Shield race wide open.
Premier polishes pitch to lure Trump to Australia
A premier is bidding to bring the United States president to Australia, claiming his state has something Donald Trump wants and needs.
Aussie shares clinch third session of gains, NAB soars
The washout in precious metals does not appear over, with gold miners still under pressure and dragging on the raw materials sector.
SA set to swoop as Victoria loses MotoGP
South Australia is set to host the Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix after Victoria's government failed to lock in a deal to keep the race at Phillip Island.
Ukraine talks end after Zelenskiy says Russia stalling
Ukraine-Russia negotiations have ground to a halt in Geneva, as President Volodymyr Zelenskiy accuses Moscow of trying to drag out talks to end the war.
Flyers square WNBL semi-final series after dousing Fire
Humiliated in Game 1, the Southside Flyers engineered a 48-point turnaround to trounce hot-favourites Townsville Fire by 20 in Game 2 to force a decider.
‘Buzz in the air’: Matildas settle Asian Cup squad
Matildas coach Joe Montemurro is dismissing any concern about a star player's limited preparation for the looming Asian Cup.
Great Scott: Aussie aerials star lands silver medal
Freestyle skier Danielle Scott is finally an Olympic medallist, the Australian veteran breaking through to win silver in the aerials in her fourth Games.
‘Keep your mouth shut’: WNBL captain answers critics
Southside's matchwinners Cayla George and Maddy Rocci have called out the doubters after the Flyers shocked the top-ranked Townsville Fire.
Labour pains for borrowers as jobs data hits rate hopes
Economists fear two solid jobs readings could push the RBA to inflict more borrowing pain on Australian mortgage-holders.
Coalition wins ‘reset’ but first real test looms large
Angus Taylor has waived a six-week suspension for the Nationals, signalling a fresh start for the coalition after two messy splits.
Dodgy online items in consumer watchdog’s crosshairs
Forcing giant online marketplaces like Temu and Shein to protect consumers from unsafe products is one of this year's key focuses for the consumer watchdog.
Popular car brand earns $24m debt under pollution rules
Some of the most popular car companies in Australia and a selection of luxury brands have failed to meet emissions targets in their first year of operation.
Rejuvenated Taylan May aiming for Origin
Taylan May has set himself a target of cracking the NSW State of Origin squad after returning to the NRL with Wests Tigers last year.
‘It’s huge’: Madge out to guide Broncos to world title
Brisbane boss Michael Maguire is out to lead the Australian champions to a third global title in a World Club Challenge battle being labelled as a "huge" game.
‘Difficult’ Ukraine talks end with no breakthrough
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has accused Russia of deliberately stalling peace talks that ended abruptly after two days.
Dozens die in more drone strikes on Sudan’s Kordofan
Drone strikes in Sudan's Kordofan region are killing civilians and disrupting aid as the war grinds on.
Zuckerberg denies at trial that Instagram targets kids
Mark Zuckerberg has sparred with lawyers in a Los Angeles courtroom as he defended Meta's practices in an unprecedented trial over youth social media addiction.