Washington makes last Mideast peace bid before election
The US is making its first push for Middle East peace since the leader of Hamas was killed by Israel, a development Washington hopes can usher ceasefire talks.
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Claims a cargo jet shot down in Sudan’s Darfur region
Russia says it is investigating claims a cargo jet has been shot down by Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces in Darfur.
Central Park Five sue Trump for defamation over debate
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump is facing another defamation lawsuit after he described the exonerated Central Park Five as killers.
Hit-run sentence ‘won’t heal pain’ for top cop’s family
A judge has handed a suspended jail sentence to the teenage driver who caused the death of SA Police Commissioner Grant Stevens' son Charlie in a hit-run crash.
Premier looks to stop election slide in final debate
Premier Steven Miles hopes to arrest a worrying slide after going toe to toe with the opposition leader in the final debate ahead of Saturday's state election.
Fine line widens between penalty amounts and inflation
Inflation may have caused a cost of living crisis, but the price of many fines have stayed the same for nearly 20 years in Victoria.
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Adults only: online codes to limit porn, gaming access
Australian internet users will have their age tested before they can access some gaming and pornographic websites under wide-ranging online safety proposals.
Heat still on opposition despite abortion law backtrack
A crossbencher has backtracked on abortion law changes before the Queensland election but the premier is maintaining pressure on the opposition over the issue.
Thousands queue to but see the royals passing by
The King and Queen greeted some of the people who queued for hours in a bid to get a glimpse on the final full-day of their brief royal tour of Australia.
Five-wicket haul as young quick shines in Shield debut
Queenslander Tom Whitney has become the first Bull in 38 years to claim a five-wicket haul on debut, before impressing with the bat against South Australia.
LNP candidate ‘not fit for office’ over Hitler joke
A far north Queensland candidate has come under fire for joking about her German heritage after her election poster was defaced with a Hitler moustache.
Bancroft fails to push Test case with another low score
Cameron Bancroft's push for Australia's vacant opening spot has dipped again as Western Australia took charge of their Sheffield Shield clash with Tasmania.
Fight over Libs leadership after record election loss
The Liberal Party faces a battle over its direction in the ACT, with conservative MLA Jeremy Hanson launching a mutiny against moderate leader Elizabeth Lee.
I didn’t do the jersey proud in last NZ clash: Collins
Sydney Roosters hard man Lindsay Collins is out for redemption after letting himself down the last time Australia played New Zealand.
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Deepfake images harming Aussie kids and businesses
Australia is being warned to bring in urgent laws and education to tackle AI-generated deepfake images that put companies and children at risk.
Paxman remains in doubt for Demons’ massive AFLW clash
Paxy Paxman's foot injury continues to be an issue for the Melbourne star, ahead of the AFLW Indigenous round opener against second-placed Hawthorn.
New Zealand revels in a weekend of sporting success
New Zealand is celebrating after a series of victories in a range of sports internationally over the weekend.
Labour shortages still ‘number one’ concern: RBA
Firms are struggling to retain workers as activity from mining, infrastructure projects and even the 2032 Brisbane Olympics keeps demand for labour high.
Broncos CEO tells players it’s a ‘grow-up moment’
Brisbane CEO Dave Donaghy has told his players they must grow up and has refused to guarantee Ezra Mam's future at the NRL club.
Look out for a nineties revival as Fashion Week begins
Melbourne Fashion Week is under way, with citrus green and deep pink outfits bringing spring to the catwalk as the nineties threaten a comeback.
Man tried to push teens out of house before wife killed
A father-of-two has told a trial for a teen accused of murdering his wife he tried to get two intruders out of his house after waking up to a security alert.
Smith says he didn’t ask for return to Test No.4 spot
Australian Test star Steve Smith has denied asking to return to No.4, while admitting it's his favourite spot.
‘Absolutely’ Demon’s best chance at Aussie Open: Hewitt
Lleyton Hewitt believes now is the time for Alex de Minaur to make his mark on the Australian Open following a breakout year for the world No.9.
Brondello’s Liberty win WNBA championship in thriller
Australian coach Sandy Brondello has broken a 28-year drought by steering the New York Liberty to their first WNBA title with an overtime win over Minnesota.
Johnson like a kid with free tokens in Kiwis return
Shaun Johnson says he'll play without feeling pressure after coming out of retirement for injury-hit New Zealand in rugby league's Pacific Championship.
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Drinking water chemical limits hard to swallow for some
Guidelines for potential cancer-causing chemicals allowed in Australian drinking water have been released, with at least one region failing to meet them.
Jillaroos eye Brigginshaw boost in Kiwi Ferns rematch
Jillaroos players expect Ali Brigginshaw's early return from finger surgery to be crucial as they attempt to get revenge on New Zealand.
Chelsea roar on with Fowler’s Man City on their heels
Even without Sam Kerr, Chelsea are dominating the start of the Women's Super League season in England with Mary Fowler's Man City their nearest chasers.
Tszyu cleared of serious injury after Russian beat-down
Battered Tim Tszyu will stay in the US for a couple of extra days to recover but has been cleared of serious injury after his world-title hammering in Florida.
‘We can do better’: Bid to avoid post-2032 homelessness
Brisbane will have a homelessness crisis after the 2032 Olympic Games if the next Queensland government doesn't address an existing social housing shortage.
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Grey area: questions over Sunshine State’s green future
Queensland could revert to coal central as calls grow for a power plan from the energised LNP, days out from voters heading to the polls in the Sunshine State.