Mushroom cook accepts death caps were inside lunch
Accused triple murderer Erin Patterson has accepted death cap mushrooms were inside beef Wellingtons she cooked for her estranged husband's family.
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Unions hail pay boost for millions of low-paid workers
Workers on minimum award rates will be given one of the highest above-inflation pay increases in history to help redress falling living standards.
Lee Jae-myung projected to win South Korea presidency
Opposition leader Lee Jae-myung is being projected as the winner of South Korea's presidential election with around 50 per cent of the vote.
At least 27 Palestinians killed near Gaza aid site
More than 20 Palestinians have been killed in an Israeli attack on an aid site in southern Gaza's Rafah, according to health officials.
Koloamatangi ready for Origin after Blues injury blow
Keaon Koloamatangi says he's better prepared for Origin than he was in his NSW debut, having entered the reckoning after the Blues suffered an injury setback.
Olympian’s tragic loss fuels NRL switch with Dragons
Nathan Lawson did not look out of place in his NRL debut for St George Illawarra just over six months after he made the switch from rugby sevens.
Socceroos search for a hero as date with destiny looms
The Socceroos could be just one win away from securing qualification for the 2026 World Cup, and the players are drawing on feats from the past to inspire them.
Lions boss to join ‘mothership’ in AFL shake-up
A renowned administrator of AFL clubs is joining the league's headquarters as part of an executive reshuffle.
High-flying Crows brace for acid test against Brisbane
Adelaide forward Alex Neal-Bullen says the Crows' blockbuster against the Brisbane Lions is an opportunity for them to display a new-found maturity.
AFLW players’ fixture pleas fall on deaf ears
The AFL Players Association has expressed concern over elements of the new AFLW fixture, revealing key requests had been overlooked by league officials.
Storm star set to miss Titans after ugly Origin outing
Battling Queensland hooker Harry Grant is set to be rested from Melbourne's match against Gold Coast, with a lack of game time due to injury taking a toll.
Galvin released by Tigers as NRL probe Bulldogs video
It has been a far from smooth exit from Wests Tigers for teenage gun Lachlan Galvin, who is already under the spotlight at the Bulldogs.
Actor Russell Brand pleads not guilty to rape charges
Comedian and actor Russell Brand has pleaded not guilty to rape, sexual assault and indecent assault relating to four women more than two decades ago.
Brumbies denied by Crusaders in Canberra battle
The Brumbies' hopes of finishing in the Super Rugby top two for the first time since 2004 have been spoiled by the Crusaders, who won a tense match in Canberra.
O’Brien defends Ponga resting as Dragons down Knights
Kalyn Ponga didn't back up when Newcastle needed him most as the Knights succumbed to a 20-6 defeat at the hands of St George Illawarra.
Debutant’s goal helps Matildas past incensed Argentina
The Matildas have celebrated interim coach Tom Sermanni's 150th game by beating Argentina 2-0 in Melbourne, with debutant Kahli Johnson scoring.
Popyrin makes Aussies smile in Paris after Demon exit
Australian hope Alexei Popyrin has made it into the last-16 of the French Open for the first time at Roland Garros without dropping a set.
Knights blast ‘ridiculous’ draw as ban looms for prop
Newcastle coach Adam O'Brien has pulled no punches as he hit out at the NRL's uneven scheduling, while the club now risk losing a star to a long ban.
Souths make call on Blues superstar as key returns near
Latrell Mitchell's availability after State of Origin could loom as crucial in South Sydney's bid to stay in the top eight, against a fully-fit Warriors side.
Bennett ’embarrassed’ by NRL contract fiascos
Wayne Bennett says it is imperative the NRL changes its transfer system, with the veteran coach claiming high-profile sagas have stolen away from the game.
NSW Blues: Tahs’ Super finals hopes buried at Eden Park
Defending champions the Blues have run in seven unanswered tries to extinguish the NSW Waratahs' Super Rugby Pacific finals hopes in Auckland.
‘Coach Ward’ on crutches fires up GWS for comeback win
Callan Ward suffered a knee injury that could end his career, then helped inspire his GWS teammates for a comeback win over inaccurate Richmond.
Kasatkina delivers 37-year first for Aussies in Paris
Daria Kasatkina has ensured there will be a player from Australia in both the men's and women's last-16 at the same French Open for the first time since 1988.
Cherry-Evans makes Origin statement in big Manly win
Daly Cherry-Evans says he would be at peace with whatever call Queensland make on his State of Origin future, after starring in Manly's 34-6 win over Brisbane.
City beat Victory in A-League Men derby grand final
Melbourne City have beaten fierce rivals Melbourne Victory 1-0 in the A-League Men grand final to claim their second championship.
F1 leader Piastri claims pole position for Spanish GP
F1 championship leader Oscar Piastri seized pole position for the Spanish Grand Prix on Saturday with teammate Lando Norris completing a McLaren one-two.
Aussie Harper wins and Yates rides into pink at Giro
Chris Harper has earned the biggest win of his career at the Giro d'Italia - but the Australian was even happier for sensational champion-elect Simon Yates.
‘We throw down’: Tszyu-Fundora rematch on Pacquiao card
Australian boxing star Tim Tszyu will joust for a world title in a rematch with Sebastian Fundora on a stacked card in Las Vegas headlined by Manny Pacquiao.
City star’s Socceroos hopes hit by fresh injury
Melbourne City dynamo Mathew Leckie battled through a busted nose to star in the A-League Men grand final but is now unlikely to feature for the Socceroos.
Sprint sensation Kennedy breaks magical 10-second mark
Lachlan Kennedy has joined fellow sprinter Patrick Johnson in one of Australian sport's most exclusive clubs.
Worth the wait? Limbo over as Matildas land Montemurro
Joe Montemurro has been named as the next coach of the Matildas in a deal that runs until the end of the Los Angeles Olympics.