Britain sacks US ambassador over Epstein links
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has fired the UK's ambassador to the United States, Peter Mandelson, over his links to the convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein.
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Lions make big ruck call, Lewis back for Hawks
Sam Day has been squeezed out of Brisbane's side for Saturday's QClash semi-final after the Lions opted to recall Oscar McInerney.
Usain Bolt’s message to Gout Gout ahead of worlds debut
Usain Bolt has delivered a simple piece of advice to Gout Gout as the Australian teenage sprint sensation prepares for his first world championships.
Wallabies make call on new fly-half for Argentina Test
Tane Edmed will start at fly-half for the Wallabies for the first time after being named as Tom Lynagh's replacement to face Argentina in Sydney.
Officers charged with manslaughter after arrest death
Negligent manslaughter charges have been laid against two police officers after a man died following his arrest in a car park.
Brian To’o won’t listen as body screams to stop
A season of injury frustration won't sway Penrith pocket rocket Brian To'o from playing as tough as usual this finals series.
Manly superstar Tom Trbojevic linked to overseas clubs
Tom Trbojevic's name has been floated as a potential option for multiple Super League clubs, raising questions over his future at Manly beyond 2026.
Crows not rolling the dice with Rachele return: coach
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says brilliant forward Josh Rachele will return from a 10-week absence due to a knee injury in the semi-final against Hawthorn.
Devastated Fox in a world of hurt to miss home champs
Triple Olympic champion Jessica Fox has confirmed she is out of this month's slalom world championships in Penrith as she recovers from kidney surgery.
Bulldogs roll the dice with shock bench switch
Coach Cameron Ciraldo says the decision to drop Reed Mahoney and recall Toby Sexton is a tough call but is best for the Bulldogs in their Melbourne final.
Top uni executives face the music after chief quits
Julie Bishop has fended off questions about her future leading one of the nation's most prestigious universities after the resignation of its vice-chancellor.
Hardie joins list of injured Aussie quicks
Aaron Hardie has become the latest fast bowler to be ruled out of the Australia A tour of India, after suffering a shoulder injury in state training.
New A-Leagues fixture moves on from Western United woes
The A-Leagues fixture for the upcoming 2025/26 men's and women's seasons has been revealed after embattled Western United were placed in hibernation.
The Warriors youngster touted to be the next Benji
Leka Halasima could become the first Warrior in history to win Dally M Rookie of the Year, but that might just be the beginning for the talented forward.
The US on edge as Trump blames left for Kirk killing
The political divisions rife in the US have shaped reactions to the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at a speaking event.
Hewitt to appeal two-week tennis ban for alleged ‘push’
Davis Cup captain Lleyton Hewitt can lead Australia's tie with Belgium despite tennis chiefs handing him a ban and a $30,000 fine for "offensive conduct".
Prince Harry meets father King Charles for private tea
Prince Harry's visit to the United Kingdom has sparked speculation of a possible meeting with his father King Charles.
‘Back to their rightful place’: Ange’s Forest pledge
Nottingham Forest fans have been made a promise by Ange Postecoglou that he'll give his all to help them bring back their glory days.
Senator sacked from shadow cabinet over migrant remarks
Firebrand senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price has been dumped from the coalition frontbench after refusing to apologise for comments about Indian migrants.
Alleged mastermind of anti-Semitic attacks arrested
A man allegedly sprayed swastikas on a synagogue and played key roles in the firebombing of a childcare centre and an attack on a Jewish leader's vacant home.
Photographer ‘rattled’ by verbal tirade from Cats star
Geelong star Bailey Smith has left a female photographer "rattled" after swearing and demanding she delete images of him taken at an open training session.
Fled or dead: police weigh all options in Freeman hunt
Police are not ruling out the possibility Australia's most wanted man, Dezi Freeman, has escaped the area where he allegedly killed two officers.
‘Open arms’: Hawks prepare for feisty airport reception
Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell is confident the Hawks will cope with the reception they will face both on and off the field in Adelaide.
Ange-ball faces exacting test at Nottingham Forest
Pundits say Ange Postecoglou's long-held football philosophy will be tested on return to the Premier League as Nottingham Forest's manager.
‘Eggs not Fish’ shape as Penrith coach’s big concern
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary has laughed off concerns about the hostile reception awaiting the Panthers in Auckland.
‘We won’t trade Zach Merrett’: Bombers stand firm
Essendon coach Brad Scott says he won't be stripping Zach Merrett of the captaincy despite the star midfielder exploring a move away from the club.
The telling stat that could define the finals series
They're well-known for their attacking potency, but the Sydney Roosters have now been revealed as the most in-form defensive team heading into finals.
Israel targets Hamas leadership in strikes on Qatar
Qatar has condemned a suspected Israeli air strike in the country's capital Doha, which targeted the leadership of Hamas, as a violation of international law.
Taylay May secures two-year deal with Wests Tigers
Taylan May has signed a two-year deal with Wests Tigers after joining them on a train-and-trial deal mid-season.
Toure, Irankunda dazzle as Socceroos beat NZ
Tony Popovic's call to start Nestory Irankunda and Mohamed Toure has paid off as the boom youngsters' goals gave the Socceroos a 3-1 win over New Zealand.
Huge legal bill for Higgins as settlement plan revealed
Former political staffer Brittany Higgins has been ordered to pay 80 per cent of former senator Linda Reynolds' legal costs after losing a defamation case.