Tonga’s Katoa is game’s ‘next great halfback’: Meninga
After sealing Tonga's spot in the Pacific Championships final, Mal Meninga says Isaiya Katoa can go on and become a leading NRL halfback.
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How coach Woolf thought Taumalolo call was a prank
Tonga officials thought Jason Taumalolo was tipsy when he called to say he wanted to represent the nation in 2017 to save Test rugby league.
Mooney and King lift Perth to WBBL win
A fine half century from Beth Mooney and five wickets to spinner Alana King have helped Perth Scorchers to a 28-run WBBL win over Brisbane Heat at the WACA.
Queen Camilla has chest infection: Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace says Queen Camilla is suffering a chest infection and has been forced to pull out of her engagements.
Donald Trump extends lead in US presidential race
Donald Trump is leading in the US presidential election although the result remains unclear in battleground states that will decide the winner.
Israel PM sacks defence minister, igniting protests
Protesters in Israel blocked highways and lit bonfires on roads after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fired Defence Minister Yoav Gallant.
Warner gets closure on Cape Town as Thunder BBL captain
David Warner has admitted he feared his lifetime leadership ban would never be lifted, before finally earning a reprieve and getting closure on sandpaper-gate.
McSweeney to open for Australia A, firms for Test debut
In-form South Australia captain Nathan McSweeney has become the red-hot favourite to make his Test debut after being promoted to open for Australia A.
Minister works to skirt High Court ankle bracelet edict
Strengthened laws are imminent in a bid to keep electronic monitoring and curfew restrictions on former immigration detainees.
AFLW confirms night grand final, end to condensed draw
The AFLW grand final on November 30 will start at 7.45pm, while the league will not have a condensed fixture next season.
Josh Inglis to captain when Test players miss third ODI
Australia's Test players will miss the third one-day international against Pakistan, prompting selectors to promote Josh Inglis to the captaincy.
David Warner says CA ‘squashed’ India A tampering claim
David Warner claims Cricket Australia has questions to answer on the India A ball-tampering saga, accusing authorities of acting fast to "squash" the issue.
Refs made error late in Kiwis’ last-gasp loss to Tonga
New Zealand coach Stacey Jones has been told the on-field referee made an error late in his side's tight loss to Tonga at the Pacific Championships.
Harvey, Drew tons fire Redbacks to Cup win over Vics
South Australia claimed a One-Day Cup bonus point in a nine-wicket pummelling of Victoria with Mackenzie Harvey, Daniel Drew and Spencer Johnson all starring.
Donald Trump elected US president in stunning comeback
Donald Trump has recaptured the White House after a divisive US election campaign as he vows to reshape the executive branch and prioritise personal loyalty.
Trump victory to test limits of US presidential power
Kamala Harris has conceded defeat in a speech after voters across the United States elected Donald Trump to the White House.
Australia to navigate choppy US waters under Trump
With US president-elect Donald Trump foreshadowing tariffs and American isolationism, Treasurer Jim Chalmers says Australia will likely need to navigate change.
Bunnies’ Murray faces surgery that could impact 2025
South Sydney skipper Cameron Murray could face surgery on a wrist issue that has rubbed him out of the rest of the Kangaroos' Pacific Championships campaign.
Gaza man with possible Hamas links loses fight for visa
A painter fleeing from the Gaza Strip whose visitor visa was revoked due to suspected terrorist links has lost a court bid to be with his family in Australia.
Geelong thrashed in WNBL debut by Townsville
Geelong United have endured a rude awakening in their WNBL debut, suffering a landslide 26-point loss to Townsville Fire in the season opener.
Valetini joins the greats with second John Eales Medal
Dynamic back-rower Rob Valetini has become only the third player to win successive John Eales Medals as the Wallabies' player of the year.
Big Aussie double in Paris as Demon homes in on Finals
Alex de Minaur is a win away from joining the top-eight in the race to make the ATP Finals while Alexei Popyrin downed Daniil Medvedev in the Paris Masters.
UK Labour raises taxes by most since 1993
Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves has raised UK taxes by $A79 billion to cover a shortfall inherited by the new Labour government.
Fish furore: Woolies refuses to phase out farmed salmon
Woolworths shareholders have questioned the company's board over its pricing practices and use of farmed salmon which threatens the existence of a rare fish.
‘People haven’t splurged’: tax cut spending subdued
Australian retailers are finally starting to see a more upbeat consumer, though spending is unlikely to be strong enough to fan the flames of inflation.
Papenhuyzen looms as next big chip after Gutherson exit
Parramatta's decision to release Clint Gutherson from his contract will prompt change at the Eels and throw Ryan Papenhuyzen's future in the spotlight.
Sydney FC’s Douglas Costa cleared of serious injury
Sydney FC's star recruit Douglas Costa could be back within a week after missing the Sky Blues' last ALM clash with a hamstring issue.
Roosters tell May he’s free to leave in shock move
The Sydney Roosters have made the surprise move to tell prop Terrell May he can leave the club, in the latest big move on the NRL transfer market.
Pert quits Demons, Joel Smith to learn fate
Melbourne CEO Gary Pert has quit in the latest off-field development at the embattled AFL club, while player Joel Smith is facing a ban of up to four years.
FA reveals format, start date of national second tier
Australian football is set to get its long-awaited national second tier (NST) in 2025 after a competition format and start date was confirmed.
Dodgers clinch World Series following Yankees meltdown
The Los Angeles Dodgers have beaten the New York Yankees in Game 5 to win baseball's World Series - with some help from the Yankees.