Vilification concern as senator iced for Palestine vote
The prime minister requested Fatima Payman temporarily sit out of Labor's caucus after she defied the party position and supported a pro-Palestine motion.
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How a mother’s death from tsunami birthed an activist
Listening to local elders after a tsunami in Samoa killed her mother, Steph Hodgins-May went from environmental lawyer to senator to fight for climate justice.
UK Conservatives support falls after betting scandal
The polls were already bleak for Britain's ruling Conservatives and now a betting scandal is pushing their support even lower just days before the election.
‘Painful squeeze’: inflation spike renews heat on rates
Surprisingly strong inflation has resurrected the possibility of another interest rate hike in an unsettling development for squeezed borrowers.
Assange lands in Australia after US guilty plea
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has returned to Australia aboard a charter jet hours after pleading guilty to obtaining and publishing US military secrets.
Zelenskiy presents new commander to Ukraine troops
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has visited frontline forces in eastern Ukraine, where he introduced troops to their new joint forces commander.
Swim star Cate Campbell retires without any regrets
Swimming star Cate Campbell says she gave it her all in her bid to qualify for a fifth Olympic Games and can retire with no regrets.
Assange seeks privacy to adjust to new-found freedom
After more than a decade in some form of custody overseas, WikiLeaks leader Julian Assange is back in Australia and will take time to adjust to his new freedom.
Australia to aid Solomons police, seeks to block China
Australia will work with the Solomon Islands to double police force numbers under a staged plan to ensure security and stability in the Pacific nation.
May sues Penrith over threat to terminate his contract
Penrith's Taylan May is pursuing damages and compensation from the NRL club over an attempt to sack him while stood down for domestic violence charges.
Freed Assange wings his way toward home turf
Julian Assange will touch down under the cover of darkness in Canberra after pleading guilty to espionage and being freed after 15 years evading authorities.
NATO picks Dutch PM Mark Rutte as next boss
Mark Rutte has promised to lead NATO "with great vigour" after the outgoing Dutch PM was chosen as secretary-general at a critical time for the alliance.
Assange likely to push for press freedom in Australia
Julian Assange has winged his way to Australia and is likely to play a role in pushing for transparency and whistleblower rights after his return.
Teen released on strict probation after terrorism links
A teen will be subject to a strict probation order after being charged with being a member of a terrorist organisation and spending 251 days in custody.
Potential Canberra bird flu case linked to NSW outbreak
A Canberra egg farm has been locked down while the ACT government investigates a suspected case of the bird flu virus believed to be linked to a NSW outbreak.
Russia begins secret spying trial for US reporter
Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich has appeared in a Russian court as his trial for espionage begins behind closed doors.
Trial date set for Reynolds-Higgins defamation battle
A four- to five-week trial has been set down for Liberal Senator Linda Reynolds' high-profile defamation lawsuit against her former staffer Brittany Higgins.
Rinehart gas project expansion sparks koala death fears
An expansion of a gas project backed by billionaire Gina Rinehart has triggered fears it will lead to the destruction of hundreds of hectares of koala habitat.
Tourism bouncing back with record visitor spending
International visitors are spending the most since 2019 as the tourism industry inches closer to recovering from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
NDIS provider to be made example with man’s death case
A judge will let a shuttered NDIS provider continue being sued over a disabled man's death in order to promote compliance with the relevant laws.
Wests Tigers allow Stefano Utoikamanu to test market
Wests Tigers have opened the door for Stefano Utoikamanu, their best forward, to walk to an NRL rival.
In-form reserves nipping at second-rate Raiders’ heels
Canberra's firing reserves and juniors are vying for selection in first grade with the NRL side in a form slump and on a quest to re-find some mental toughness.
‘It sucks’: Parramatta lament six-year NRL low
For the first time since their 2018 wooden spoon season, Parramatta are coming into a round of football on the bottom of the ladder.
Cleary set for post-Origin round-20 NRL return
Penrith have identified round 20 as Nathan Cleary's most likely return date, meaning he will not play any role in NSW's State of Origin series.
Vow to fix issues as report faults power firm for blast
Queensland's government vows to fix issues that contributed to a power plant explosion after a draft report identified failings by its state-owned operator.
Realigned Dockers keen to take down top dogs Sydney
Fremantle's midfield group bounced back in style against Gold Coast last week, but they will face an even bigger task against top dogs Sydney on Saturday.
Saints chasing AFL balance on return from bye
St Kilda's Liam Henry believes balance between attack and defence is crucial if the Saints are to reverse their fortunes in the latter stages of the AFL season.
Hammer attacker ‘crushed’ as court delays NRL return
An ex-Dragons player who chased a man across rooftops with a hammer will have to wait until 2026 to return to professional rugby league.
Assange: the WikiLeaks founder who divides opinion
Opinion is split on Julian Assange as he heads home to Australia after pleading guilty in a deal with US prosecutors to end a years-long legal battle.
David Armstrong backflips on Knights, set to leave club
Newcastle have confirmed David Armstrong will leave the Knights at the end of the year despite initially agreeing to a new deal at the club.
Brad Arthur ‘ideal’ choice for Perth team: Eels players
Brad Arthur has been sounded out to coach the NRL's mooted Perth team, and his former Parramatta charges say he'd be a good hire.