Same-sex book ban reversal ‘a rejection of culture war’
Cumberland City Council has scrapped its ban on a kids' book featuring same-sex parenting, a move welcomed by LGBTQI advocates.
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Senator’s Palestine remark ignites fiery debate
A Labor senator who accused Israel of genocide against Palestinians has been rebuked by the government and opposition but backed by party members.
Morrison’s meeting with Trump assuages AUKUS fears
Former prime minister Scott Morrison's AUKUS talks with Donald Trump were met with a "warm reception", soothing worries over the defence alliance's future.
Giddy-up Nicholls as Dolphins extend ‘Goat’ for 2025
Veteran Dolphins prop Mark 'Goat' Nicholls will finish his career at the Dolphins after earning a contract extension until the end of 2025.
Biden and Trump agree to debate in June and September
The US presidential campaigns of Joe Biden and Donald Trump have signalled their agreement to debate on June 27 and September 10.
Israeli tanks move in on Hamas stronghold in north Gaza
Fighting rages in Gaza where militants in a northern city face approaching Israeli tanks, while the US has anchored a floating pier to deliver humanitarian aid.
Reinforcements sent to quell deadly New Caledonia riots
Hundreds of extra police and gendarmes are being sent to New Caledonia where buildings have been torched and looted in deadly riots sparked by electoral reform.
Cats’ Brandan Parfitt firing ahead of Top End return
Fit-and-firing Darwin product Brandan Parfitt is key to Geelong's chances of toppling Gold Coast in their AFL clash in his home town.
Loosening jobs market eases pressure on Reserve Bank
The Australian jobless rate has moved higher to 4.1 per cent despite a stronger-than-expected 38,500 employment increase.
Women’s coaches predict higher-quality Origin opener
The first game of the 2023 women's State of Origin series was a scrappy affair, but both coaches have reason to believe things will be different this year.
Ukraine PM visits embattled region as Russia presses
Russia is trying to press a new offensive beyond border areas in northeast Ukraine, where the president says the battlefield situation is "extremely difficult".
Aussie sprinter Groves pipped again in Giro finale
Kaden Groves has enjoyed his second top-three finish in the 2024 Giro d'Italia but the Aussie had to again give best to home star Jonathan Milan.
Shot Slovak leader stable after assassination attempt
The prime minister of Slovakia has survived being shot five times in the first major assassination attempt on a European political leader in more than 20 years.
Slovak PM hurt in shooting after govt meeting: reports
Media reports say Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico has been injured in a shooting and taken to hospital.
Slower US consumer price growth boosts rate cut hopes
Expectations for an interest rate cut in 2024 have been given a boost by US consumer prices increasing less than expected in April.
Australia wins right to host 2026 Women’s Asian Cup
The Asian Football Confederation has ticked off on Australia's bid to host the 2026 Asian Cup.
Singapore swears in its first new PM in two decades
Singapore has sworn in its first new prime minister in 20 years and the first born after the city-state won independence in 1965.
Man cried for help before river drowning, coroner told
A coroner has heard a young Indigenous man drowned in an attempt to evade police by crossing a river after being caught up in a stolen car pursuit.
Labor MP issues explosive call for PM to back Palestine
Fatima Payman has split with Labor colleagues and issued a scathing rebuke of the prime minister as she called for more action to protect Palestinians.
Indefinite bans for NRL fans after alleged racial abuse
The NRL spectators who allegedly racially abused Latrell Mitchell and Cody Walker have received indefinite bans from attending live games.
Auskick kids in shock and awe as Buddy pays a visit
Children at a Darwin Auskick AFL clinic were treated to a surprise appearance by retired great Lance Franklin as part of the Sir Doug Nicholls Indigenous round.
Cats rest star trio in selection gamble for Suns test
Geelong premiership stars Tom Hawkins, Mitch Duncan and Rhys Stanley have all been rested for their side's AFL clash with Gold Coast in Darwin.
Review sparked after three deaths at mental health unit
Multiple deaths at a Brisbane hospital have sparked an independent review, with Queensland's public mental health services under fire.
Calf problem can’t keep Pearson out of Origin opener
NSW halfback Rachael Pearson will line up in the opening match of the women's State of Origin series, despite battling a calf issue this month.
Moses could handle Origin with one game lead-in: Paulo
Junior Paulo is backing Mitchell Moses to leap off the treatment table and into the Origin arena, arguing the Parramatta halfback could handle the heat.
Reds take fresh Fiji approach with top four on the line
The Reds have made mass changes for a crucial trip to Fiji, while the Waratahs will bring Argentinian Enrique Pieretto straight in to aid their injury crisis.
Victory ‘villains’ out to destroy Wellington fairytale
Melbourne Victory are aiming to end Wellington's dreams of a first A-League Men trophy when they enter enemy territory for the semi-final second leg.
Young recruits, overseas cops in sights of hiring blitz
NSW is trying a range of measures to hire experienced officers and attract more recruits as it competes with other jurisdictions to fill the ranks.
Mining giant set to sell Australian coal mines in reset
After knocking back a BHP takeover bid, Anglo American is set to sell its Australian coal mines and use funds to reset the multinational's balance sheet.
Judge bails murder accused over ‘weak’ prosecution case
A woman charged over the murder of a Colombian national has been released on bail after a Supreme Court justice found the case against her was not strong.
Titans want to wrap up Foran, no concerns Tino leaves
Gold Coast want to re-sign off-contract half Kieran Foran and have no concerns that captain Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will exercise options in his contract and leave.