England make shock Ashes squad pick as Brook promoted
Occasional spinner Will Jacks has been included in England's Ashes squad with Harry Brook made vice-captain and several players needing to prove their fitness.
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ABC cops $150k fine as judge slams caving to lobbyists
The ABC has been fined $150,000 for unlawfully firing a host over a post on the Gaza war after a judge urged employers to hold fast against lobbying campaigns.
Trump would-be Florida golf club assassin found guilty
A man found lurking at US President Donald Trump's Florida golf club with the intention of assassinating him tried to stab himself as a jury found him guilty.
New state police boss didn’t have to be ‘mistake-free’
The new head of Australia's largest police force has come under fire before he even starts, after he was forced to defend himself over perceived indiscretions.
‘Hopefully’ Jahrome Hughes makes rapid-fire recovery
Melbourne are hoping to have Jahrome Hughes back for their grand final qualifier but Xavier Coates has warned the halfback won't be returning underdone.
NRLW star’s recovery from ‘most uncomfortable’ injury
For Sydney Roosters captain Isabelle Kelly, getting back on the field in time for the NRLW finals has been quite literally like pulling teeth.
‘Frustrated’ Mata confident he and ALM can rise again
Former Premier League star Juan Mata has departed the Western Sydney Wanderers and joined one of their A-League Men rivals, believing the only way is up.
Ciraldo rolls dice with new-look Bulldogs spine
Canterbury coach Cameron Ciraldo has gone for broke, naming a heavily rotated Bulldogs side for Sunday's clash with Penrith.
‘Thought that was me’: Papalii’s ankle fears revealed
Ahead of a sudden-death clash with Cronulla, Raiders star Josh Papalii reveals he was ready to hang up the boots after fearing he broke his ankle in training.
Albornoz back for Pumas ahead of South Africa trip
Argentina will be boosted by the return of No.10 Tomas Albornoz for their final two Rugby Championship matches against South Africa.
Key Suns utility wants out, veteran Dog signs new deal
A key utility wants out of the Gold Coast, while the Western Bulldogs will persist with an injury-plagued veteran.
Eels NRLW hooker cleared of bite at judiciary
Parramatta's Rueben Cherrington has been found not guilty at the NRLW judiciary of biting, after she was referred by the match review panel.
Hollywood actor and director Robert Redford dies at 89
Oscar-winning actor and director Robert Redford has died at his home in Utah aged 89.
Jessica Hull hangs tough to claim 1500m bronze in Tokyo
Jessica Hull has claimed bronze in a dramatic 1500m final at the world championships won by Kenyan superstar Faith Kipyegon.
US judge dismisses terrorism charges against Mangione
A judge has dismissed terrorism charges against Luigi Mangione in New York state's case over the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
PNG defence pact sign-off delayed in setback for PM
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says there's "no downside" to the delayed sign-off on a major defence pact between Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Report blow for AFL stadium but premier vows to kick on
A stadium attached to one state's dream for an AFL side has failed to score in a highly critical planning assessment, plunging the project into further doubt.
‘Too early’ to say if NRLW is too lop-sided: CEO
Andrew Abdo claims it's too early to say the NRLW has become too lop-sided as Ali Brigginshaw floats a solution for helping to close the gap between sides.
Konstas conquers mental demons to post Test statement
Sam Konstas' early-season statement to Test selectors came with a balance of patience and aggression while playing for Australia A in India.
‘Everyone’s healthy’: Hawks ready for Cats prelim final
There's good news at Hawthorn after several players pulled up sore from last week's barnstorming semi-final win over Adelaide.
Woman freed on bail over fire that killed two children
A mother who left three children aged under five at home alone minutes before a fire engulfed the property and killed two girls has been freed on bail.
Gout Gout cruises through his 200m heat at worlds
Sprint sensation Gout Gout has lived up to the hype by qualifying for the 200m semi-finals at the world championships.
Junior star Gout Gout announces himself on world stage
Sprint sensation Gout Gout has lived up to the hype by qualifying for the 200m semi-finals at the world championships.
Trump hails US, UK’s ‘unbreakable bond’ at talks
US President Donald Trump has arrived to hold talks with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer at his Chequers country estate.
PM spruiks ‘sweet spot’ climate target, rejects critics
Australia has set fresh climate targets the federal government believes strikes the right balance between responsibility and ambition.
Signs of cooling labour market in surprise job numbers
Australia's unemployment rate has held steady at 4.2 per cent despite thousands of jobs unexpectedly dropping out of the nation's economy.
US Fed cuts rates by quarter of a percentage point
The US central bank has lowered the key interest rate by a quarter of a percentage point due to a weak labour market, the board of governors says.
Humble Shark goes from ‘borrowed time’ to NRL semi
Billy Burns was staring down the possibility of taking a full-time job in the mines or as a tradie not so long ago but now he's preparing for an NRL semi-final.
Why Bulldogs flyer couldn’t watch Penrith’s NRL dynasty
Penrith's historic NRL dynasty has been must-watch rugby league, but not for Canterbury centre Bronson Xerri.
Shock jock Jones’ alleged public sex abuse revealed
Former radio powerhouse Alan Jones is accused of indecently assaulting his alleged victims in public places including restaurants and the Sydney Opera House.
Magpies make brutal call on star for preliminary final
Bobby Hill has run out of time to force his way into Collingwood's line-up for their preliminary final against Brisbane, but could still feature this season.