Assist record falls as Breakers light up Ignite Cup
Parker Jackson-Cartwright set a new assist record as the New Zealand Breakers notched their first win of the NBL season, thumping the Illawarra Hawks.
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Cummins ‘a lot more optimistic’ for first Test
Pat Cummins could soon learn if he will be fit for the first Ashes Test, with coach Andrew McDonald insistent his captain is still a chance to play.
Melbourne professor among Nobel Prize chemistry winners
The University of Melbourne's Richard Robson is one of three winners of the Nobel chemistry prize for a discovery likened to a Harry Potter enchanted handbag.
Earthquake off Philippines prompts tsunami warning
A magnitude 7.6 earthquake has struck offshore in the southern Philippines, with a tsunami warning issued and people in nearby coastal areas urged to evacuate.
Demon 50 not out: Aussie star into Shanghai quarters
Alex de Minaur has reached the landmark of 50 wins for the season at the Shanghai Masters -- but he wants much more as he gets set for the quarter-finals.
NRL to seek legal advice over potential R360 defectors
NRL bosses have met with club counterparts over the threat of breakaway rugby competition R360, and are seeking legal advice on ways to deter players.
Samoa loom as World Cup threat with Haas on board
Samoa have named one of the strongest squads in the nation's history for the Pacific Championship, even with Stephen Crichton and Spencer Leniu out injured.
Mooney to the rescue as champs overcome World Cup scare
Beth Mooney has scored a match-turning hundred as Australia overcame a big scare before overcoming Pakistan by 107 runs in their World Cup clash in Colombo.
Hazlewood, Starc to fit in Shield game before Ashes
Josh Hazlewood is set to miss the final three games of Australia's Twenty20 series against India to squeeze in a Sheffield Shield match before the Ashes.
Hostages free ‘soon’ after Gaza peace plan signoff
US President Donald Trump has announced on social media that Israel and Hamas have signed off on the first phase of the US-proposed Gaza peace deal.
Queensland Origin star chooses Samoa over Jillaroos
Gold Coast second-rower Sienna Lofipo has opted to play for Samoa in the Pacific Championships, one day after being named for a potential Australia debut.
No Opera House ‘free-for-all’ after court’s protest ban
Police have vowed to crack down on anyone defying a court order that banned a planned pro-Palestine rally at the iconic Sydney Opera House.
Australian Open door not closing on Djokovic: Tiley
Novak Djokovic isn't expected to use next year's Australian Open to announce his retirement, with the tournament boss adamant the super Serb will play on.
Curnow attracts monster draft picks offer from Cats
As Jamarra Ugle-Hagan had a medical on Thursday, Geelong made it clear they are willing to go big as they try to lure Charlie Curnow from Carlton.
Lomax, Coates ruled out of Kangaroos’ Ashes tour
Australia have been forced into making a double change for their Ashes squad, with Zac Lomax and Xavier Coates out injured.
Loss and injury compound Storm star’s misery
Xavier Coates claimed Melbourne's players' award for the second time, but the Storm winger says their NRL grand final loss is still a hard pill to swallow.
Second double child homicide accused freed on bail
A second person accused of unlawfully killing two toddlers and injuring a third after leaving them alone minutes before fire engulfed the home will be bailed.
Thought I was Reece Walsh: Brown’s Bathurst 1000 injury
Will Brown will have to manage an ankle complaint in his search for Bathurst 1000 glory, while Supercars leader Broc Feeney is also under an injury cloud.
Weatherald makes more runs as Tassie draw Shield game
Tasmania opener Jake Weatherald scored a second fifty for the match as the Tigers comfortably batted for a Sheffield Shield draw against Queensland.
Joy in Israel and Gaza after ceasefire announced
Palestinians and the families of Israeli hostages have broken into wild celebrations after Israel and Hamas agreed to the first phase of a peace plan for Gaza.
Flanders deal could help Suns secure Petracca
Collingwood coach Craig McRae says Clayton Oliver is proving hard to contact, while Sam Flanders and Oscar Allen are on the move.
Melbourne Storm grant star veteran immediate release
Melbourne have made their first significant roster move since losing a second straight NRL grand final, granting a big-money forward an immediate release.
Kotoni Staggs steps up after local family’s tragedy
Away from the footy field, Brisbane centre Kotoni Staggs has quietly been coming to the aid of a local family facing unthinkable tragedy.
SA quick demolishes Vics for breakthrough one-day win
Reigning one-day champions South Australia are finally on the board this season thanks to Nathan McAndrew's new-ball heroics against Victoria.
Hearings reveal Optus bungled triple-zero outage email
Federal authorities only found out about a catastrophic Optus triple-zero outage a day after it was resolved because the telco notified the wrong email address.
Mostert finds Bathurst redemption ahead of qualifying
A day after crashing his car, Chaz Mostert is out to spoil defending Bathurst 1000 winner Brodie Kostecki's party after going fastest in practice.
Stadium pitch ramped up as do-or-die vote nears
A state faces "severe reputational damage" if a proposed $1.1 billion stadium isn't built as part of a deal for AFL and AFLW teams.
Israeli cabinet ratifies Gaza ceasefire deal with Hamas
Israel's cabinet has approved a plan for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the release of all remaining hostages held by Hamas.
Matildas set for huge Kerr boost in key Asian Cup prep
A long-awaited international comeback for Sam Kerr looms while Matildas coach Joe Montemurro is excited by Mary Fowler's progress in her return from injury.
Blues shut down Geelong’s trade advance for superstar
Carlton have no intention in entertaining Geelong's offer of three first-round draft picks for contracted star forward Charlie Curnow.
Doubt grows over Cummins’ availability for Ashes
Pat Cummins' back injury hasn't healed enough to start bowling, as the Australia captain faces the prospect of missing the whole Ashes series.