Tour Down Under scores despite absence of top stars
Tour Down Under race director Stuart O'Grady can point to many successes this year, while not being able to attract road cycling's very best riders.
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Russia says it has captured strategic town in Ukraine
Russia's defence ministry has claimed the first major victory of 2025 for its forces in Ukraine, saying a key town in the east has fallen.
Owen supreme as Hobart Hurricanes win maiden BBL crown
Hobart opener Mitchell Owen has produced the knock of his life, smashing 108 off 42 to steer the Hurricanes to a first Big Bash League title.
Tariffs on hold as Colombia, US reach deportations deal
US President Donald Trump's threat to impose tariffs and sanctions on Colombia is on hold after the South American nation agreed to accept deported migrants.
Lukashenko on track to win with 88% in Belarus election
Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko, who has ruled since 1994, is on the cusp of securing a five-year term, in an election the West dubbed a sham.
Postecoglou admits his job’s under threat at Spurs
Ange Postecoglou believes a "fair chunk" of Spurs fans will want him gone after their latest Premier League capitulation - but he's remaining defiant.
Unsure about his future, Sinner only vows to get better
After completing the second leg of a non-calendar-year grand slam sweep, world No.1 Jannik Sinner faces an anxious wait to see if he can play the French Open.
‘A Labor win is precious’: PM dismisses worsening poll
Anthony Albanese remains confident of a second Labor term, despite a Newspoll showing more voters expect the coalition to win the next election.
Robinson chasing WSL title in his own backyards
Australian hope Jack Robinson will enjoy some locational perks when the new-look World Surf League season begins in Hawaii this week.
Extreme fire risk as wind, dry lightning spark alerts
Bushfires in two states have triggered warnings as extreme weather conditions place authorities on high alert as temperatures soar and winds increase.
Renewed ‘never again’ call on Holocaust remembrance day
A Holocaust survivor has spoken of the horrific ordeal to highlight the importance of remembering where racism can lead as anti-Semitism spikes in Australia.
Kuhnemann, Smith both train in first Galle session
Matthew Kuhnemann and Steve Smith appear ready to return from injuries after completing Australia's first training session since arriving in Sri Lanka.
Lebanon-Israel truce extended to Feb 18: White House
The White House says an agreement between Israel and Lebanon will continue until mid-February, pushing back the deadline for Israeli forces to withdraw.
Aussie rugby women win Perth Sevens as men lose final
Australia have beaten New Zealand 28-26 in a thrilling women's final of the Perth Rugby Sevens with the home men's team finishing runners-up to Argentina.
Gaza residents return home after hostage breakthrough
An agreement has been reached to release an Israeli civilian hostage and allow Palestinians to return to northern Gaza.
Sinner salutes Aussie Cahill after defending Open crown
World No.1 Jannik Sinner has successfully defended his Australian Open crown to join legends Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer in the tennis history books.
Perth Glory snatch last-gap win over Roar in ALW
Ella Abdul-Massih scored a late winner in the Glory's 3-2 defeat of Brisbane Roar in their A-League Women clash in Perth on Sunday.
South Korea’s President Yoon indicted for insurrection
Impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol could face years in prison for his martial law decree after being indicted on charges of leading an insurrection.
Sinner crushes Zverev to defend Australian Open crown
World No.1 Jannik Sinner has successfully defended his Australian Open crown to join legends Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer in the tennis history books.
Two-year-old bitten in second dingo attack in two days
Two people have been bitten by dingoes in separate attacks at a popular tourist destination during the busy Australia Day long weekend.
Three dead as Israel misses Lebanon ceasefire deadline
Israeli forces have killed three people and put up roadblocks in south Lebanon as residents try to return, Lebanese officials say.
Late Moreno magic sinks WSW as Auckland go top in ALM
Colombian forward Neyder Moreno has sent Auckland back to the top of the A-League Men standings with a 95th-minute winner against Western Sydney Wanderers,
Khawaja would sooner walk away than stay too long
Usman Khawaja never wants to be the guy who outstays his welcome at Test level, but he has no firm retirement plans ahead of the Sri Lanka series.
Harrell gets birthday wish as 36ers trounce Breakers
Birthday boy Montrezl Harrell paved the way for a comfortable Adelaide defeat of New Zealand that pushed the 36ers into outright sixth on the eve of the finals.
Broken Bullets can’t contain United’s all-out assault
Melbourne had multiple contributors in a 115-88 deconstruction of a wounded Brisbane that severely dented the Bullets' NBL post-season hopes.
Welsford wins final Tour stage, Narvaez secures title
Australian Sam Welsford has won the last stage of the Tour Down Under, while Jhonatan Narvaez is the first cyclist from Ecuador to win overall.
Peaceful Invasion Day protests shut down city streets
Indigenous people and their supporters have marched in streets across Australia to protest Australia Day, saying January 26 is a day of mourning.
Spirit soar as five teams fight for WNBL finals spot
Bendigo are flying at the top of the WNBL ladder with three rounds to play, but there is a five-team scrap below them to nab a post-season berth.
Crucial inflation readout to determine RBA rate call
Mortgage relief could be just around the corner if predictions of a faster-than-expected fall in price growth are borne out in ABS data released on Wednesday.
‘Underestimated my whole life’: PM makes election pitch
Anthony Albanese has pledged to take Australia in the right direction as he makes a pitch to voters, while hinting at when the federal election could be held.
Trump criticised for ‘purge’ of independent watchdogs
Democrats and others criticise President Donald Trump for firing independent watchdogs at multiple government agencies in a letter citing "changing priorities".