Hungarian parliament approves Sweden’s NATO accession
Hungary's parliament has ratified Sweden's bid to join NATO, clearing the way for the Nordic country to join the military alliance.
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Kremlin warning to NATO if its troops fight in Ukraine
France's president has raised the possibility of European troops on the ground in Ukraine, but Russia says such a move would make conflict with NATO inevitable.
Israel agrees to stop Gaza attacks for Ramadan: Biden
US President Joe Biden says Israel will halt its war on Hamas in Gaza during Ramadan in a ceasefire deal but the militants say his comments are premature.
Electric joy rides in Canberra to support fuel standard
Expect to see more politicians behind the wheel of a small electric car in a show of support for new vehicle efficiency rules.
Matildas out to seal Olympic qualification in style
Ellie Carpenter expects the Matildas to go full throttle in their second Olympic qualifier against Uzbekistan and seal their tickets to the Paris Games.
Weights, grinder and hose: cop’s alleged kill cover-up
A triple zero call made from Jessie Baird's phone after shots were heard in his Sydney home may have been the first of several cover-ups by his alleged killer.
Why there is life after Wayne Bennett for the Dolphins
NRL clubs have fallen off a cliff when Wayne Bennett has left as coach but Dolphins CEO Terry Reader says the succession plan to Kristian Woolf will succeed.
Whether it’s marbles or tennis, ‘Tommo’ never gives up
Archetypal Aussie battler Jordan Thompson never gave up on his tennis dream - and has ended up celebrating two triumphs in one long, surreal night.
Australian tourist missing in Zimbabwe’s Victoria Falls
An Australian tourist has gone missing in Zimbabwe's Victoria Falls National Park, home to one of the world's natural wonders.
University student safety watchdog set for 2025 entry
A new student ombudsman who will be able to handle complaints about how universities respond to sexual assault and other issues is slated to start in 2025.
Tax brawl firms up as parties push for more relief
The coalition has flagged a tax policy that would let people keep more of what they earn if elected as it prepares to support Labor's revamped reforms.
Rolfe pushed child, dragged him from bin during arrest
Former Constable Zachary Rolfe, who shot and killed teenager Kumanjayi Walker in 2019, has given evidence about the arrest of a child a year earlier.
Homebuyer scheme on shaky ground as calls for help echo
Opponents of a homebuyer scheme that would split upfront costs with the government are being urged to back the plan to help more people buy their first house.
‘No doubt’: ICAC backs Berejiklian corruption findings
ICAC says it acted properly in finding ex-NSW premier Gladys Berejiklian engaged in corruption because of her secret relationship with Liberal MP Daryl Maguire.
Prison terms for bosses, $33m fines over waste cartel
Two top waste firms and their former bosses have been punished for taking part in the "most egregious form of anti-competitive behaviour".
Samantha Murphy unlikely to be found alive, police
Ballarat mother of three Samantha Murphy, who has been missing for three weeks is unlikely to be found alive, police say.
Waratahs star Foketi cleared of major spinal damage
A CT scan has cleared Wallabies centre Lalakai Foketi of major spinal damage after the 29-year-old suffered a neck injury at the NSW Waratahs' training.
Emotional Erebus boss breaks silence over Kostecki row
Erebus Motorsport chief Barry Ryan has shed tears after breaking his silence about the ongoing contract row with Supercars champion Brodie Kostecki.
Students, teacher rescued from mountain walking track
A teacher and six students have been rescued from a Queensland mountain walking track, with one child taken to hospital for heat exhaustion.
Matildas dynamo Cooney-Cross ready to unlock Uzbekistan
Matildas dynamo Kyra Cooney-Cross believes she can be the creative spark to help unlock Uzbekistan's defence and seal qualification for the Paris Olympics.
Students to get greater rights over uni sexual assaults
An independent student ombudsman will oversee the handling of sexual assault and harassment complaints cases at universities in a bid to bolster safety.
Blues star Walsh’s return unclear due to ‘grumbly’ back
Carlton star Sam Walsh is dealing with a "grumbly" back issue, and the Blues are unsure when he will be available to play.
‘Concerning’ NT land council referred to integrity body
The federal government is set to investigate allegations of misconduct at the Anindilyakwa Land Council after a damning audit.
Hamas in Egypt talks, Israelis expected in Paris
Hamas has given little away after talks in Egypt on a possible Gaza ceasefire, ahead of Israel joining talks in Paris
Russian drone strike in Ukraine regions kills four
A Ukrainian official says Russian forces are probing the country's defences for weak points in Ukraine's northeast.
Taylor urged to fight for the swifties of the sky
A federal senator has urged Taylor Swift to join the life-and-death fight for swifties of the feathered kind.
Famous Russians urge return of Navalny’s body to family
Notable Russians are appealing to the country's authorities to return Alexei Navalny's body to his family, after the death of the Kremlin critic in prison.
Constant presence behind Nonggorr’s ‘hectic’ rise
Queensland Reds prop Zane Nonggorr's whirlwind finish to 2023 has armed him with a sense of responsibility at club level under Les Kiss's new regime.
Young gun Jorgensen desperate to be let off the leash
Darren Coleman says young gun Max Jorgensen is like a dog on a leash waiting to be set free ahead of his comeback in the Waratahs' Super Rugby season opener.
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Electric vehicle charging sparks concern among drivers
More than two in three Australians think the nation needs more electric vehicle charging stations even though their number almost doubled last year.
Mixed season but Kings deserve finals: Shaun Bruce
The Sydney Kings snuck into the NBL finals but veteran Shaun Bruce says there's no question the back-to-back reigning champions deserve to be there.