‘Extra spice to dish’: Tszyu thrives on Zerafa pressure
Nikita Tszyu says Michael Zerafa will have "no excuses" after the grudge boxing showdown in Brisbane on Friday night as he aims to retain his undefeated record.
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Russian strikes on Ukraine knock out heat and power
At least four people are dead after a massive Russian drone and missile attack targeting Ukraine's energy grid in the middle of a freezing winter.
Super sub fires Jets to ALW comeback over Sky Blues
Newcastle have come from behind to defeat Sydney FC thanks to star substitute Charlotte Lancaster's late goal at Leichhardt Oval.
Central bankers defend Fed’s Powell after Trump threat
Fed chair Jerome Powell has the backing of fellow central bankers from Europe to Australia after the Trump administration threatened him with criminal charges.
Hundreds killed in Iran protests, UN rights office says
The UN puts the number of Iranian protesters killed by security forces in the hundreds, as its rights chief says "horrific violence" in Iran cannot continue.
Hamas to elect first leader since Israel killed Sinwar
Sources inside Hamas say the group are in the process of electing their first leader since Yahya Sinwar was killed by Israel in 2024.
Premier’s compassion defence over writer’s legal threat
A state premier facing a defamation threat has defended comments he made about an author who was controversially dumped from a leading writers' festival.
Jewish groups push to scrap hate speech law exemptions
Coalition members and Jewish groups have come out against proposed hate speech laws drawn up in response to the Bondi massacre.
‘Mud army’ descends on town as flood clean-up begins
The clean-up has started at a rain-hit town but another is bracing for dangerous flooding as residents cope with the aftermath of ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji.
Bushfire losses mount as premier defends fleeing mob
Volunteer firefighters are "blaming themselves" for being unable to lessen the devastation wrought by an ongoing bushfire crisis, a fire chief says.
Cycling’s Flying Burrito aims for more Paralympic gold
Korey Boddington, the reigning Australian cyclist of the year, is a para-cycling track sprinting star who is particularly fond of burritos.
Trump urges Iran to keep protesting, ‘help on its way’
More than 2000 people are reported to have been killed in Iran's protests that were sparked by the country's dire economic conditions.
High school costs forcing indebted parents to work more
The significant cost of educating children in Australia is forcing parents to work more hours and families to cut back on holidays.
Clintons may face contempt for refusing Epstein probe
Bill and Hilary Clinton may face contempt charges after refusing to testify at a Republican-led investigation into the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Next US ambassador will have ‘no simple task’
Former Labor ministers are emerging as the frontrunners to replace Kevin Rudd as Australia's ambassador to the US after he chose to retire a year early.
Greenland PM picks Denmark over US ahead of Vance meet
US President Donald Trump has recently stepped up rhetoric about taking control of Greenland, but the autonomous territory says it "stands united" with Denmark.
World bank CEOs, including Australia, back Fed’s Powell
Global central bank chiefs, including Australia's Michele Bullock, have issued a rare joint statement, backing US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.
Australian golf star Smith makes PGA Tour decision
Cameron Smith says he's remaining on the LIV Golf circuit and didn't consider an offer to return to the US PGA Tour.
Bluescope Steel entices shareholders with $438m payday
Australia's biggest steelmaker will pay investors a special dividend of $1 per share after rejecting a takeover overture from Kerry Stokes and a US partner.
Doubts crime boss will ever be extradited from Iraq
Doubt lingers over whether an underworld figure linked to Australia's illicit tobacco wars will be extradited after his Middle East drug trafficking arrest.
Third hottest year notched as fires, floods hit at home
The world clocked its third hottest year on record in 2025 and is on track to surpass the 1.5C Paris Agreement threshold by the end of the decade.
Ashes hero Starc’s summer far from over with BBL return
Australia's Ashes hero Mitchell Starc is far from feeling spent, saying there's one more item on the bucket list ahead of his BBL return with the Sydney Sixers.
Injured Australian drawcard in major doubt for Open
Home-town favourite Thanasi Kokkinakis has ruled out retirement after pulling out of the Adelaide International with a shoulder injury.
Man freed by High Court handed jail for visa breaches
A man sent to immigration detention after a string of violent offences and later freed by a High Court ruling has admitted breaching his new visa conditions.
‘Can’t speak’: tennis battler claims $1 million jackpot
A 29-year-old from Sydney has upstaged tennis's biggest names to walk off with the $1 million prize as winner of the 1 Point Slam at Melbourne Park.
Wilson eyes world title in Redcliffe after ‘Waterworld’
Australian super-featherweight Liam Wilson wants another world title crack at WBO champion Emanuel Navarrete and his heart is set on Redcliffe as the venue.
Kasatkina’s run ends, Madison has quarter-final keys
Newly-minted Australian Daria Kasatkina has been eliminated from the Adelaide International while Australian Open champion Madison Keys has safely advanced.
World title hopes on the line in Tszyu-Zerafa showdown
No Limit CEO George Rose says the doorway to the world will open for the winner of the Nikita Tszyu and Michael Zerafa grudge boxing showdown.
Decision made on bid to stop Brisbane’s Olympic stadium
The federal government has rejected an application to stop work on the 2032 Brisbane stadium site but appointed a mediator to "avoid harm to cultural heritage".
Arrest warrant for man days after carer’s body found
A man is set to be extradited to Queensland over the alleged murder of his carer following an interstate arrest and high-speed chase.
Crane falls on a train in Thailand, killing at least 30
A train travelling from Thailand's capital has derailed after a construction crane fell on one of its carriages, killing 30 people and injuring many others.