At least 11 killed as Israeli air strike pounds Beirut
At least 11 people have reportedly been killed and dozens wounded in an air strike targeting central Beirut as Israel presses its offensive against Hezbollah.
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Trump hush money sentencing indefinitely delayed
President-elect Donald Trump has ten days to seek to dismiss his hush money conviction, meanwhile his sentencing has been indefinitely delayed.
Pressure on PM to ram through agenda in final sitting
The federal government has a laundry list of policy promises to push through before the next election, but it looks unlikely to get much done before 2024 ends.
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Three charged after activists disrupt coal ships
Protesters have been arrested and charged after allegedly paddling into ship lanes and disrupting coal vessels in the Port of Newcastle.
Smith, Leishman duel but Elvis still in the building
Elvis Smylie has birdied his last hole to draw level with three-time champion Cameron Smith ahead of the final Australian PGA round in Brisbane.
More demons set to emerge on Optus Stadium deck
Australia are in all sorts of trouble at 7-67 in reply to India's 150 in the series-opening Test in Perth, leaving Alex Carey with a huge rescue mission.
Rich countries should cough up billions more: COP29
Wealthy countries at the COP29 climate summit including the US and Australia could be set to raise their global finance target offer to $A462 billion a year.
Wallabies give wing wizard Harry Potter debut vs Scots
Harry Potter has been handed his Wallabies' Test debut against Scotland with Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii also brought back into the starting line-up.
Heat secure WBBL finals spot with win over Stars
Brisbane Heat have locked in a WBBL finals appearance and are eyeing top spot after a nine-wicket win over the Melbourne Stars.
Phoenix open account in ALW as Roar belt Wanderers
Wellington Phoenix have secured their first win of the A-League Women season as Western Sydney Wanderers slipped down the ladder with their loss to Brisbane.
Hunt for gunman after man shot dead in city street
A major police operation has unfolded in Sydney after a man was shot dead in an inner-city street and a Porsche set alight a couple of suburbs away.
Laos hostel owners held over tainted alcohol poisonings
Police have arrested the manager and owner of a Laotian hostel where two Australian tourists stayed who died after being poisoned by tainted alcohol.
Western United open A-League’s Unite Round in style
Western United have beaten Perth Glory 3-1 in the first men's match of the A-Leagues' Unite Round in Sydney.
Carnival time as huge hybrid creates a wee ‘problem’
Once derided for its claims of being a sporty machine, Kia's new Carnival now rests on more practical things.
Australian shares hit record territory again
The ASX200 rose 0.9 per cent to record its highest ever close, with every sector except technology gaining ground.
Coles denies unhappy suppliers cop ‘holiday’ check outs
Supermarket giant Coles rejects punishing fresh produce suppliers who disagree on pricing, as the company is grilled at an inquiry into the sector.
Truckie jailed 20 years after boy killed in hit-and-run
Almost 20 years to the day since a "wonderful" six-year-old boy was killed in a hit-and-run crash, the driver responsible for his death has been jailed.
Gunston rejoins Hawks, Suns swing AFL rookie surprise
Gold Coast pounced on delisted Fremantle ruckman Max Knobel, while another 14 players rejoined their AFL clubs through the pre-season or rookie drafts.
Truth-telling subs re-open as inquiry waits for clarity
Queensland's truth-telling and healing inquiry will re-open submissions despite the state government's vow to abolish the process.
‘Nothing can stop me’: Opetaia’s tough homecoming task
Jai Opetaia will defend his IBF and The Ring cruiserweight world titles against unbeaten veteran challenger Huseyin Cinkara on the Gold Coast.
Man accused of covering up Isla Bell killing seeks bail
A man accused of assisting in the murder of Isla Bell should have known the teen's body was in a fridge he transported across the city, a court has been told.
NRL draw lifts prime time Dolphins to kings of Brisbane
The Dolphins have been given a Suncorp Stadium bonanza by the NRL in the 2025 draw and have bumped the Brisbane Broncos out of a key prime time slot.
Valuable young gun Fonua Pole re-signs with Tigers
Talented young forward Fonua Pole has signed a new deal with Wests Tigers in a major boost for the rebuilding NRL club.
‘Incredible attrition’: dire warning for small business
Small business owners are suffering from higher levels of depression and anxiety as high costs and regulatory roadblocks spark warnings of a mass exodus.
‘Best yet to come’: Walsh helms post-Games rejuvenation
Coach Tim Walsh has stayed on after Australia's women's rugby sevens Olympics failure and will lead a new-look side to their world series defence.
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Dark horse Katy Perry in court win over Aussie designer
US popstar Katy Perry has decisively won a five-year legal battle by overturning findings she infringed Australian fashion designer Katie Perry's trademark.
Healy set to miss India ODIs through knee injury
Australia's captain Alyssa Healy is expected to miss the ODI series against India through injury, with an otherwise largely unchanged squad to be named.
Anti-corruption boss grilled over robodebt decision
The head of the national anti-corruption watchdog has defended himself before a federal parliamentary committee probing its performance.
Cricket ready to honour Hughes on 10-year anniversary
Australian cricket will stop to remember Phillip Hughes' 10-year anniversary, with several commemorations planned at both state and national level.
‘Fix this’: torn-up contracts not in patients’ interest
A major private hospital operator and multiple insurers have been urged to negotiate as contracts are torn up, likely to result in patients paying more.
Ryles takes blank-canvas approach to Eels summer
Jason Ryles says he is undecided on his captain, fullback, hooker or where Zac Lomax will play headed into his first season in charge of Parramatta.