Man who stabbed Rushdie sentenced to 25 years in prison
Hadi Matar, who was convicted of stabbing Salman Rushdie in 2022, has been sentenced to serve 25 years in prison.
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Russia jails Australian man for fighting for Ukraine
Russia has jailed Melbourne teacher Oscar Jenkins for 13 years for fighting with Ukrainian forces, prosecutors in occupied Ukraine say.
Nawaqanitawase ‘hurting’ after superb try goes in vain
Canterbury have proved they are among the NRL's comeback kings, after Mark Nawaqanitawase's must-see try counted for little in the Sydney Roosters' 24-20 loss.
Clinical City beat United to close on ALM grand final
Melbourne City have beaten Western United 3-0 in their first semi-final leg to put themselves in pole position to reach the A-League Men grand final.
Lomax makes strong NSW case as Eels belt dismal Knights
Parramatta have put Newcastle to the sword, with Zac Lomax starring on return from injury and Dylan Brown in form against the side he will join next year.
Lions welcome back Keidean Coleman from ACL tear
It's been 14 months since Keidean Coleman graced an AFL field, but he will make his long-awaited return when Brisbane host Melbourne at the Gabba on Sunday.
Freo players right behind Longmuir ahead of crunch game
Fremantle's hopes of challenging for the flag are already on thin ice, and they face a tough three weeks with games against GWS, Port Adelaide and Gold Coast.
Reds hunt rare feat in top-four Super Rugby battle
With an ugly record in Canberra, Queensland captain Tate McDermott has declared the clash with the Brumbies crucial to their hopes of hosting a Super final.
Starc makes big-money IPL call as tournament resumes
Mitchell Starc has decided against returning to the IPL after the tournament's postponement, potentially costing the superstar up to $750,000.
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Residents to pursue class action over ‘toxic tap water’
Cancer-causing "forever chemicals" have likely been present in a tourist hotspot's drinking water for decades, a major investigation has found.
How Dolphins star Katoa is living up to Immortal praise
Dolphins halfback Isaiya Katoa has taken his game to levels modern greats say is "incredible', but it's what he does for his teammates that is his trademark.
Ex-Liberal leader’s $2.3m bill sparks by-election fears
Former state opposition leader John Pesutto has been ordered to pay Liberal MP Moira Deeming $2.3 million in costs, raising bankruptcy and by-election concerns.
Bulldogs coach fires back at Koch’s sledging accusation
Luke Beveridge has hit back at Port Adelaide chairman David Koch's suggestion that Western Bulldogs players had gone too far in their sledging of Willie Rioli.
Birdie blitz, major magic puts unsung Aussie in PGA mix
Australian Cam Davis has explained how he found form and fired a five-under-par 66 to grab a share of second spot after the first round of the PGA Championship.
Russia, Ukraine in first direct peace talks since 2022
Russian and Ukrainian teams have sat down in Istanbul for their first direct peace talks in over three years, but expectations of a major breakthrough are low.
Roberts-Smith to take war crimes claims to High Court
Disgraced veteran Ben Roberts-Smith has vowed to head to the nation's highest court after he lost an appeal against findings that he engaged in war crimes.
See Naples and fly! Gympie’s Groves gusts to Giro glory
It was a day of joy and calamity for Australian stars at the Giro d'Italia as Kaden Groves won the sixth stage after a mass crash forced Jai Hindley to abandon.
‘All gas, no brakes’ as Miller and dad inspire Suns
A rousing pre-game address from Touk Miller's father has helped inspire Gold Coast to an enthralling eight-point defeat of Hawthorn in Darwin.
Kernick stars as Blues claim women’s Origin series
NSW have won the women's State of Origin series with a game to spare after defeating Queensland 26-6 in Game 2 in Sydney.
Pacquiao, 46, to return to ring after losing senate bid
Boxing great Manny Pacquiao is coming out of retirement to fight Mario Barrios for the WBC welterweight crown in July
Power star, Bombers defender return to AFL action
Willie Rioli will return after sitting out Port Adelaide's loss in the Showdown, while Essendon welcome back Jayden Laverde to bolster their defence.
New AFL fixture gives Bulldogs chance to shine
The AFL has planted the Western Bulldogs centre stage in the fixture confirmed for rounds 16-23, with Carlton, Essendon and GWS also prominent.
Homework broke ground for Voss with ‘hard arse’ Walls
Carlton coach Michael Voss, who played under Robert Walls at Brisbane, is among many people paying tribute to the late AFL great.
Immigration escapee breaks out under new management
Concerns are being raised about unsafe staffing during immigration detainee transfers as police search for a man who carried out a violent escape.
Hynes embraces Origin silence as boost for Sharks
Nicho Hynes is enjoying not being rated an Origin contender this time around, and has opened up on why he's happy to address mental health awareness.
Judge dismisses juror in fatal mushroom cook trial
One of 15 jurors empanelled in Erin Patterson's trial has been discharged over fears they may have discussed her triple murder case with family and friends.
Blue car holds the key to solving synagogue firebombing
A small blue vehicle used as a "communal crime car" holds the secrets to solving several attacks, including a politically motivated synagogue firebombing.
Watch out Lions: surprise Suaalii boost for Wallabies
NSW Waratahs coach Dan McKellar says Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii's broken jaw is not serious and won't sideline the superstar from the British and Irish Lions series.
‘I’ve had a wonderful life’: AFL in mourning for great
Robert Walls, who was diagnosed with cancer two years ago, has died after a celebrated AFL career as a player, coach and commentator.
United striker fit, City’s Socceroo in doubt for final
Melbourne City could be without dashing Socceroos defender Nathaniel Atkinson against Western United, who are adamant their star striker Noah Botic is fit.
Tedesco ‘not expecting much’ as Origin selection looms
James Tedesco has catapulted into State of Origin calculations this year, but the Sydney Roosters captain is not expecting a phone call from coach Laurie Daley.