US Senate votes to curb military action in Venezuela
President Donald Trump claims US oversight of Venezuela could last years, but the Senate is a step closer to a vote to restrict his actions towards the country.
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Starc warning: age no barrier for Aussies at next Ashes
When Australia left England after the 2023 Ashes, it looked likely most of the squad could retire before 2027. Now, the vast majority look set to return.
Star NRL duo defect in major blow for Melbourne
Melbourne will lose Nick Meaney and Tyran Wishart at the end of the 2026 NRL season with the key pair expected to announce they are joining the Perth Bears.
City youngster to keep playing amid racism probe
While Football Australia investigates racism allegations against young Melbourne City forward Medin Memeti, he will remain eligible for selection.
Mega miner merger would knock BHP off world No.1 perch
One of Australia's biggest commodity companies is considering a $300 billion takeover pitch to form the world's largest mining group.
The Aussie who wants to crash Matildas’ Asian Cup party
The Philippines' Australian coach Mark Torcaso is adamant his team has what it takes to upset the Matildas in the opening game of the Asian Cup.
Three people missing, homes razed as more fires ignite
Catastrophic bushfire conditions are worsening with fears damaging winds and lightning strikes will add to the dozens of destructive blazes raging in one state.
Kyrgios makes Australian Open singles call
Returning from injury, Nick Kyrgios has spoken with Australian Open organisers and made the call not to use a wildcard to play singles this year.
Freak knee injury rules Dolphins star out until April
Dolphins hooker Jeremy Marshall-King has had surgery on an injured meniscus after slipping over at home in a blow to the club's early-season campaign.
Paro’s path to another boxing world title opens up
Liam Paro's team will gun for a home-town fight after the Queenslander's chance to become a two-time, two-division world champion dramatically opened up.
No grudge match but Victory’s Mata to face his old club
Juan Mata will face Western Sydney for the first time since leaving the club, but Melbourne Victory coach Arthur Diles says that history hasn't come up.
Revenge for Sabalenka as contenders queue in Brisbane
Aryna Sabalenka got one back on Australian Open conqueror Madison Keys, while Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk notched another upset win to book a Brisbane semi-final.
Flanker Fraser the McReight man to lead Queensland Reds
Fraser McReight will captain Queensland in the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific, with the idea coming from former skipper Tate McDermott.
Young pair get Australian Open lead-up wildcards
Two Australian rookies have been granted wildcards for the Hobart International ahead of the first grand slam of the year in Melbourne.
Broncos take All Blacks path for World Club Challenge
Brisbane will be based at The Lensbury resort in London ahead of the World Club Challenge against Hull KR in their quest for a third title.
Ex-Mariners boss joins fellow Aussie coaches in China
There are now four Australian coaches in the Chinese Super League with Nick Montgomery the latest to make the move.
Russia uses new hypersonic missile on Ukraine
Russia has fired its Oreshnik missile at a Ukrainian target in response to what it claims was an attempted Ukrainian strike on Vladimir Putin's residence.
Poles apart: hosts Australia bomb out of United Cup
Lion-hearted Alex de Minaur did all he could to help Australia win their United Cup quarter-final, but Poland have come out on top to reach the semis in Sydney.
Magpie star granted leave of absence from AFL club
Collingwood have granted livewire forward Bobby Hill a leave of absence from the AFL club to work through personal issues.
Cyclone threat forces Taipans-Bullets postponement
The potential impact of a cyclone in Far North Queensland has forced the postponement of the Cairns Taipans' NBL clash with rivals Brisbane.
Fire bounce back from venomous loss to beat Geelong
The Townsville Fire have bounced back from a disappointing loss to Geelong to defeat the Venom after another Miela Sowah scoring masterclass.
Israeli strikes hit Gaza after failed rocket launch
More than a dozen people have been killed by retaliatory Israeli strikes, as the US is set to announce the next step for the enclave's fragile ceasefire.
Auckland beat Roar to extend ALM ladder lead
Top-of-the-table Auckland's in-form duo Sam Cosgrove and Lachlan Brook scored goals in a 2-0 win over Brisbane Roar at Suncorp Stadium.
US trio join battling Medvedev in Brisbane semis
Russia's three-time Australian Open finalist Daniil Medvedev has had to work for a spot in the Brisbane International semi-finals alongside three Americans.
Trump calls Venezuela prisoner release ‘smart gesture’
The US president says a second attack on Venezuela "will not be needed" as he praised the interim government's moves to release prisoners.
Violent protesters face death penalty: Iran prosecutor
Tehran's public prosecutor says those committing sabotage, burning public property or engaging in clashes with security forces will face the death penalty.
Hellish bushfire crisis claims homes and livelihoods
Dozens of properties have been destroyed at multiple fire scenes as fire-fighters described confronting scenes of danger and destruction.
Extreme heat but no fire emergency yet beyond Victoria
As bushfires rage in Victoria, other parts of Australia's southeast are sweltering amid extreme heat ahead of an expected cooler change.
Residents hunker down as cyclone heads for coast
Tropical Cyclone Koji has formed and is threatening to barrel through a region already reeling from heavy flooding.
Bondi victims’ families back inquiry, seek answers
The grieving families of victims of the Bondi massacre have welcomed a royal commission announcement but want more information on what it will examine.
US Supreme Court could rule on Trump tariffs next week
A US Supreme Court ruling in a major case testing the legality of President Donald Trump's global tariffs could be announced on Wednesday.