Syrian chemical weapons use must be examined: watchdog
The US said the fall of President Bashar al-Assad's regime offers the perfect opportunity to rid Syria of chemical weapons once and for all.
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PNG on a 10-year journey to transform the NRL
Papua New Guinea's NRL team is still more than three years away from playing its first game, but is already carrying high expectations.
Call to criminalise threats against places of worship
A senator is urging the federal government to bolster its hate crime bill and make threatening places of worship an offence following an attack on a synagogue.
How China uncertainty could push back RBA rate cut
Unexpected jobs figures have diminished hopes of an interest rate cut in February but favourable inflation data could put lower mortgage costs back on the menu.
‘I had a mare’: Marsh opens up on Adelaide clanger
Mitch Marsh was honest when he spoke about a non-review in Adelaide that cost him his wicket against India, and has backed Steve Smith to find form in Brisbane.
Liberal leader digs in as support slips away
A state opposition leader is under mounting pressure following a defamation ruling, with one of his frontbench team announcing their resignation.
Israel kills at least 66 Palestinians in Gaza: medics
Israeli attacks kill dozens of Palestinians, including children, across the Gaza Strip, medical sources say.
Bullets’ comeback sours Sobey’s return to Brisbane
Brisbane import Keandre Cook has scored a career-high 33 points to lead the Bullets to a 116-108 come-from-behind victory over South East Melbourne.
Woodside gas project given WA environmental approval
After six years of assessment and hundreds of appeals against it, a massive Woodside gas project has been given WA environmental approval to operate until 2070.
Youth offenders now face ‘adult crime, adult time’ laws
A controversial "adult crime, adult time" election pledge has become law after tough youth justice legislation was passed in Queensland parliament.
Rape-accused rapper facing reckless driving charge
A UK YouTube star and rapper has been charged with hoon driving while on bail accused of raping and choking a woman in a hotel room.
Sevens stars join Super Rugby to push World Cup claims
The Wallaroos could be boosted by some strike power, with superstar Maddison Levi among nine sevens players looking to play in the 15-a-side World Cup.
Migration ‘splash’ easing in Australia: expert
An expert has dismissed claims international students are impacting the national housing market, saying a post-pandemic "migration splash" is easing.
Hazlewood survives crucial off-site net session
Josh Hazlewood has enhanced his chances of playing in the third Test against India at the Gabba, while Mitch Marsh is confident he is back bowling uninhibited.
‘We want an arrest’: new push over exhumed teen’s death
His grave has been dug up and fresh evidence handed over, but the battle by the family of Lewis Kelly for justice for the Indigenous teen continues.
Kyrgios can shine on Australian Open return: Kokkinakis
Thanasi Kokkinakis is adamant Nick Kyrgios can impress on his Australian Open return, but the pair are not guaranteed to revisit their 2022 doubles heroics.
Glory owner Ross Pelligra to pay off $1m tax bill
Perth Glory owner Ross Pelligra remains committed to the A-League Men club despite being hit by a surprise wind-up order by the tax department.
Marsh to take on Bumrah rather than wait for inevitable
Australia allrounder Mitchell Marsh has thrived when adopting a counterpunching style and he intends to continue that approach against Jasprit Bumrah.
Tech giants to be charged if they fail to pay for news
In a bid to return revenue to Australian news publishers, the government will charge tech giants if they do not pay for local journalism.
NRL hopes Perth expansion will be a done deal ‘shortly’
The NRL has provided an update on its plans to establish a franchise in Perth on the same day it officially announced its Papua New Guinea expansion team.
Warning over ‘organised crime gimmick’ drug on streets
Australian police have seized more "pink cocaine" than ever before in 2024 as they warn users about taking the potentially fatal substance.
Drop test: tech giant to ditch single-use plastic packs
More Christmas gifts purchased online will arrive in recyclable packaging this year after a two-year research project into making envelopes green.
CFMEU crackdown: police may sort out site ‘thuggery’
Allegations of intimidation and bullying within the CFMEU are being investigated but a state government wants the police to be able to step in on work sites.
Bumrah bowls as skipper Rohit offers hint of opening
India's strike weapon Jasprit Bumrah got through 30 minutes of bowling unscathed in Brisbane, while Rohit Sharma showed signs he could open the batting.
Papua New Guinea public to determine new NRL team name
The NRL is already home to Panthers, Broncos, Sharks and Warriors, but it will be up to the Papua New Guinean public to determine the nickname of the next team.
‘Senseless, evil’: families reflect on fatal shootings
The families of two police officers ambushed at a rural property have tearfully remembered the second anniversary of the shootings that killed six people.
PNG entry reflects NRL expansion mindset at its best
The entry of a PNG NRL side in 2028 will take rugby league to a new frontier in another sign of how the game thrives on bold and visionary expansion decisions.
City star McNamara set for A-League Women return
Melbourne City are set to welcome back highly-rated attacker Holly McNamara from injury for their A-League Women clash with Canberra United.
China benched, PNG takes field in sport-security pact
Australia is putting $600 million towards a team from Papua New Guinea joining the NRL but will pull its support if Port Moresby breaks "strategic trust".
Bulldogs $6m abuse payout slashed, but verdict upheld
A man abused by a Bulldogs volunteer as a child has had his almost-$6 million payout from the AFL club more than halved, but his lawyers say it is still a win.
Trump invites China’s Xi to attend inauguration: report
Donald Trump has invited Chinese President Xi Jinping to attend his inauguration in January, multiple sources told CBS News.