There is no famine, says Sudan’s agriculture minister
While 755,000 people are experiencing catastrophic hunger, the crisis isn't severe enough across the population to be called a famine, Sudan's government says.
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French flair to the fore in Paris opening ceremony
The Paris Olympics will officially open with a floating parade of athletes on the River Seine, the first time the ceremony has been held outside of a stadium.
Coach Gustavsson apologises for Matildas’ Olympic loss
Matildas' coach Tony Gustavsson has apologised to Australian soccer fans for the 3-0 humbling by Germany but expects his side to hit back at the Olympics.
Netanyahu to meet Trump seeking to ease tensions
Former US president Donald Trump is due to meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for talks that will test whether their recent rift can be mended.
‘Not enough action’: pressure mounts as DV deaths spike
Political leaders are being accused of losing interest in finding urgent solutions to Australia's domestic violence crisis as the death toll climbs higher.
Israel seeks change to Gaza truce plan, hostage release
Israel wants "a vetting mechanism for civilian populations returning to the north of Gaza, where they fear these populations could support" Hamas fighters.
Luai ready to be bigger threat in Cleary reunion
Jarome Luai has more confidence to utilise his attacking skills after a stint at No.7, with the playmaker adamant Penrith's attack can go to another level.
‘Grinding halt’: shortage could cause hospital chaos
Australia's health system could come to a "grinding halt" within days if a shortage of intravenous fluid isn't addressed, a leading doctor has warned.
Crichton blow for Bulldogs as Broncos’ Walsh falls ill
Canterbury captain Stephen Crichton will miss the clash with Brisbane, while Broncos coach Kevin Walters expects fullback Reece Walsh to recover from the flu.
Keeping reef off in-danger list sends ‘false message’
A decision not to include the Great Barrier Reef on a global list of in-danger sites is a case of "political convenience trumping science", an expert says.
Not the Nicho show: Sharks out to sink Hynes theory
Cronulla are keen to prove their NRL title fortunes don't solely revolve around Nicho Hynes as they head to face North Queensland on the road.
Leniu tasked with filling Roosters’ JWH-shaped hole
Spencer Leniu's switch to the Sydney Roosters' starting side is a chance for the prop to prove he can fill Jared Waerea-Hargreaves' shoes, Trent Robinson says.
Lions bluffing about playing Daniher in defence: Dimma
Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick is ignoring where Brisbane's player magnets have fallen ahead of Saturday's QClash at People First Stadium.
States urged to follow NSW lead in later Olympics trade
NSW licensed venues will be allowed extended trading hours if they screen Matildas games or other key events from the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.
Corruption watchdog warns proposed changes ‘troubling’
Queensland's corruption watchdog says proposed changes that will restrict its reporting are not appropriate and "very troubling".
‘No regrets’ over girl’s death: accused dad to police
A body-worn camera has captured an exchange between police officers and a man accused of murdering his eight-year-old daughter by withholding her medication.
US arrests leader of Mexico’s Sinaloa drug cartel
In a major blow to Mexico's powerful Sinaloa Cartel, drug kingpin "El Mayo" and a son of his ex-partner "El Chapo" have been arrested in Texas.
‘Malicious acts’ disrupt French trains before Olympics
French officials have condemned fires and vandalism that have heavily disrupted high-speed train lines just hours before the Olympics' opening ceremony.
Vandals attack French railways before Olympic ceremony
Vandals have targeted France's high-speed rail network with co-ordinated attacks that brought major disruption before the Paris Olympics opening ceremony.
Vandals paralyse French trains before Olympic ceremony
Vandals and arsonists have targeted France's high-speed rail network with attacks that have brought major disruption before the Paris Olympics opening ceremony.
Son gave lethal drug dose to elderly mum, coroner rules
An 88-year-old woman was given a lethal dose of drugs by her doctor son who had the "express intention" of ending his mother's life.
Firebirds axe star shooter Donnell Wallam in huge shock
Diamonds goalshooter Donnell Wallam will have to scramble to find a new Super Netball club after being axed by the Queensland Firebirds.
Bus driver charged after pedestrian fatally struck
A 59-year-old bus driver has been charged with manslaughter after police say a pedestrian was struck and killed at a Brisbane city intersection late at night.
Australia, Canada and NZ urge immediate Gaza ceasefire
Australia's prime minister has released a joint statement with the leaders of Canada and New Zealand to call for an "immediate" ceasefire in Gaza.
Rain doesn’t dampen Paris 2024 opening ceremony
More than 300,000 spectators braved the rain to line the Seine and bear witness to the first-ever Olympic opening ceremony to be held outside a stadium.
New rape and drug charges for sex slave accused
A Brisbane man accused of drugging, tattooing and sexually enslaving young women has been charged with 10 new offences including rape and drug supply.
Olympic history beckons for Australians on day one
Australia has never won more than four gold medals in a single day of Olympic competition but that could be matched or even eclipsed on day one in Paris.
Protests loom as PM set to address Labor faithful
The prime minister will unveil Indigenous land protections when he addresses NSW Labor delegates, with pro-Palestine activists expected to disrupt the event.
President election, court feud hang over Libs meeting
Victorian Liberal president Philip Davis will face a challenge for his position as party leaders, MPs and rank-and-file members gather in Melbourne.
Tigers release Bateman mid-game, insist he’ll be back
Wests Tigers announced they would release forward John Bateman to play in the Super League for the rest of 2024 during their round 21 clash with the Warriors.
Dutton attacks identity politics, CFMEU as Libs gather
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has received a hero's welcome from Liberal Party faithful, talking up the coalition's chances at the next federal election.