Sex offender ‘vigilante’ spared jail for Facebook posts
A man posted the identity of a child sex offender on multiple community Facebook groups soon after a public registry site was launched, a magistrate has heard.
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More MCG carnage as Neser rips through Victoria
Queensland took the honours on an action-packed opening day of their Sheffield Shield clash with Victoria as 17 wickets fell at the MCG.
Phoenix go top, crush Breakers’ finals hopes
The depleted Breakers fired their shots early before the Phoenix responded to win by 31, surge into first place and all but end the Breakers' finals tilt.
Titans cap historic 24 hours with Bai re-signing
Gold Coast's signing spree has continued with the extension of boom forward Cooper Bai, just one day after captain Tino Fa'asuamaleaui committed his future.
‘Perfect storm’ as 36ers stumble, Hawks’ defence alive
Adelaide have fallen from top spot on the NBL ladder while defending champions Illawarra have kept their season alive with a 100-99 victory.
Hoiby searched his name and ‘rape’ before charges
Marius Borg Hoiby, the eldest son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has broken down in tears as he began his testimony during his trial for rape charges.
UK PM apologises to Epstein victims over Mandelson
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer says no one was aware of the "depth and darkness" of the relationship between Peter Mandelson and Jeffrey Epstein.
Ukraine and Russia swap prisoners following UAE talks
Ukraine-Russia peace talks will continue in the near future, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says after the latest meeting in Abu Dhabi.
US, Russia to re-establish military-to-military talks
The United States and Russia say they have agreed to re-establish high-level military contacts for the first time since 2021 on the sidelines of Ukraine talks.
Hazlewood ruled out of World Cup in latest Aussie blow
Luckless Australian paceman Josh Hazlewood has been dealt another blow in his ongoing recovery from hamstring and Achilles injuries.
‘Crazy’: Aussie in tears as Olympics start in style
Australian Valentino Guseli was overcome with emotion after "one of the most amazing moments" of his life, having started the Winter Olympics in stunning style.
Glencore, Rio abandon merger talks for the third time
British-Australian mining giant Rio Tinto says it has abandoned talks over a potential merger deal with rival Glencore.
Reserve Bank boss calls on businesses to invest smarter
Opposition MPs have grilled Reserve Bank officials over whether government spending and monetary policy errors contributed to the first rate hike in two years.
Systemic changes urged after mass stabbing revelations
Almost two years after six victims died in a horrifying mass stabbing, the pressure is on the government and others to make changes and prevent further deaths.
AI war against ‘one cent’ family violence perpetrators
The use of artificial intelligence can be challenging for many Australians, but one major business has found ways to bring good out of the groundbreaking tech.
‘More than partners’: PM signs landmark Indonesia pact
Australia and Indonesia will come to each other's aid if either nation comes under attack after inking a security partnership in Jakarta.
Deadly disparity for Indigenous people under restraint
A study of deaths in custody has highlighted a disturbing disparity involving the use of a potentially lethal restraint on Indigenous Australians.
‘Blame game’ fears after failed Invasion Day bombing
First Nations leaders have accused senior politicians of downplaying the threat of racism in the wake of a failed Invasion Day bombing.
High Voll-tage! Aussie masterful in Indian WPL triumph
Australian rising star Georgia Voll has helped power Royal Challengers Bengaluru to the Women's Premier League title after a thrilling final in India.
UAE plans compound in Israeli-held Gaza Strip part: map
A planning map indicates that a "UAE Temporary Emirates Housing Complex" will be constructed near Rafah in the south of the Gaza Strip.
49ers confirmed for historic NFL showdown at MCG
The NFL has announced its first ever regular-season match in Australia this season will feature the San Francisco 49ers and the Los Angeles Rams at the MCG.
‘Delaying tactic’: fresh bid to save coalition in doubt
The Liberals and Nationals appear to be on the brink of a more permanent break-up, with no compromise reached after days of negotiations.
NBA brother’s advice inspires WNBL star McConnell
Bendigo's Meg McConnell is taking her NBA brother's advice as the WNBL finals approach while Adelaide's Tayla Brazel wants to avoid the wooden spoon.
Mokbel’s big jet plane dreams as he tastes freedom
Drug kingpin Tony Mokbel is excited about jetting overseas after nearly two decades in jail or on bail, after prosecutors dropped retrial plans.
Controversial Crow is hitting fresh heights: coach
Adelaide playmaker Izak Rankine, still serving an AFL ban for a homophobic comment, has taken his professionalism to another level, his coach says.
Swords, axes allegedly found after threats made to MPs
A police raid has allegedly uncovered a cache of weapons in the unit of a man accused of threatening federal politicians for days.
‘Swim faster than ever’: Aussie to take drugs again
Ready to start another round of performance enhancing drugs, James Magnussen has set himself a big goal for "the most watched swimming event in history".
Crocodiles in the moat: media giant lays out AI defence
News Corp, which owns news media, publishing and multiple data and information assets, has set guardrails against AI theft as it looks to a strong second half.
Accused child predator to remain in custody
A Queensland man accused of preying on hundreds of children using fake profiles online will remain in custody after being charged with more than 600 offences.
‘There’s no loose leashes’ for Dragons in Vegas
St George Illawarra coach Shane Flanagan is warning the Dragons they are in Las Vegas on a work trip, not to party.
‘Grave insult’: activists vow to protest Israeli leader
Police and protesters appear to be on a collision course as activists vow to take to the streets to oppose the Israeli president's Australian visit.