Fast-advancing Russia takes two Ukraine towns
With reports North Korean servicemen are heading to the frontline, Russia is still attacking at pace, taking two more Ukraine towns.
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Harris warns of ‘chaos’ under another Trump presidency
Kamala Harris has cast the US election as a choice between "freedom" and "chaos".
Black Hawks swoop in show of new aerial capability
A dozen of Australia's new Black Hawk helicopters will be ready for use by the end of the year in what's being hailed as a major defence force upgrade.
National road toll a tragedy as states miss targets
Australian roads are more dangerous than ever, as the national road toll continues to climb.
Australia to test drive a battery electric dual-cab ute
An electric ute prototype from Toyota will be put the test in Australia during the next year but there is no word on when it might be released for sale.
Bodey to return for Hawks, Hore a chance for Demons
Hawthorn are set to receive a massive boost with All-Australian forward Greta Bodey cleared to return from injury, while Melbourne's Kate Hore is facing a test.
Blaze that killed girl, babysitter ‘not suspicious’
Police have ruled a fire that killed an eight-year-old girl and her babysitter as not suspicious with investigations remaining ongoing.
Round two brews in fight over Gabba Olympics rebuild
A federal Greens MP has warned the new Queensland premier he is ready for another battle to stop reconstruction of the Gabba before the 2032 Olympic Games.
Adam Scott lunch has Campbell hungry to defend Qld PGA
Newly turned pro Phoenix Campbell, the defending Queensland PGA champion, will have his work cut out with big-name star Cameron Smith in the field this year.
Koloamatangi out of Tonga’s Pacific Champs Test with NZ
Keaon Koloamatangi won't play in Tonga's must-win Pacific Championships Test with New Zealand.
Cummins eyes elusive win against ‘under pressure’ India
Australia will draw confidence from New Zealand's shock series win in India as captain Pat Cummins seeks to tick off the 'one big thing' he has yet to achieve.
‘Tragic accident’: boy dies as car crashes into school
A boy has been killed and four other children seriously injured after a woman collecting a child crashed through a fence and into a Melbourne school.
Seven news boss wants tax break to fight X, Facebook
A tax on commercial broadcasters should be scrapped, Seven news boss Anthony De Ceglie says, as media companies deal with the "evil forces" of social media.
Trauma of victims and witnesses focus of court overhaul
Victims and witnesses to certain crimes won't have to testify in court multiple times under reforms aimed at reducing the chance of increasing their trauma.
‘That’s not a gun’: accused murderer denied bail
A man accused of murder by providing a woman's alleged killer with a gun just before she was shot has sought bail claiming the case against him was weak.
Why packing waste could be the secret to a cool summer
Packing material and static electricity could take the edge off future electricity bills, according to Australian researchers.
Tobacco licensing laws smoulder as parties fire up
The Victorian government has denied dragging its feet on legislation to tackle tit-for-tat tobacco firebombings despite blocking a licensing scheme bill.
Nation’s sick state of readiness for pandemics unmasked
Australia's healthcare, economy and public service have been exhausted by COVID-19 and a Centre for Disease Control will be set up to prepare for pandemics.
Authorities cop fire over response to ant ‘super pest’
Critics have blasted the federal government for "failing to grasp the urgency" of tackling potentially devastating invasive fire ant incursions.
Fagan insists ‘humble’ Lions have more success in them
Brisbane premiership coach Chris Fagan believes the Lions have more success in them after they broke through for their first AFL flag in 21 years.
‘We didn’t do it’: man denies rumours over teen’s death
A man has rejected "fanciful" rumours that he and his brother were involved in the death of teenager Mark Haines, whose body was found on train tracks in 1988.
Political dogfight erupts over PM’s plane promotions
Australia's major party leaders are embroiled in an increasingly personal stoush after revelations the prime minister accepted a stack of flight upgrades.
Green light for scooters a red flag for local councils
NSW has trailed other states in regulating e-scooters but recent council trials show the need for statewide consistency, an inquiry has been told.
Third person charged over alleged theft of Bluey coins
A woman in her 20s is the latest person arrested and charged over the alleged theft of limited edition Bluey coins police value at more than $600,000.
Nothing could stop me from joining rugby, says Suaalii
Code-hopping star Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii believes he is ready to wear the Wallabies jumper, and says nothing was going to stop him from joining rugby union.
AFLW clears Sheerin of serious umpire contact charge
Richmond star Eilish Sheerin has been found not guilty of intentional umpire contact after being referred to the AFLW Tribunal.
Plea for action over death of six kids in protection
Six children connected to Victoria's child protection system have died in the last three months, sparking a plea for more action to protect vulnerable kids.
Wicketkeeper Wade to coach after Australian retirement
Matthew Wade has confirmed his international retirement, with the versatile wicketkeeper moving straight into a coaching role with Australia.
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Gaza crisis warning as Israeli aid agency ban condemned
Australia has joined a chorus of countries including Britain and Canada in condemning Israel's move to ban a Palestinian aid agency it accuses of terror links.
Christchurch team could be as big as Warriors: Isaako
Local products Jamayne Isaako and Jordan Riki have been encouraged by the growth of rugby league in Christchurch.
Sixty killed in Israeli strikes in Lebanon: reports
At least 60 people have reportedly been killed and dozens wounded in Israeli strikes on Lebanon's eastern Bekaa Valley.