‘Really? Wow’ – Blues’ surprise at Cherry-Evans axing
Former NSW coach Ricky Stuart took a subtle dig at Queensland selectors over the decision to axe skipper Daly Cherry-Evans.
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Utoikamanu in as Cleary warns NSW halves set to explode
While Queensland are undergoing monumental changes in their halves, Nathan Cleary believes his combination with Mitch Moses will only grow better for NSW.
Selection shock: Gordon fancied for Wallabies captaincy
Inspirational NSW Waratahs skipper Jake Gordon appears on track for a major Wallabies promotion ahead of the showpiece British and Irish Lions series.
Sarah Snook picks up Tony Award for Dorian Gray
Sarah Snook has taken home a Tony Award for leading actress in a Broadway play for her work in The Picture of Dorian Gray, where she plays all 26 roles.
Epic Alcaraz comeback seals amazing French Open triumph
Carlos Alcaraz has saved three match points to beat Jannik Sinner in five epic sets and successfully defend his French Open crown in one of the great finals.
‘Black and white’ bump as Blues hold off Bombers’ surge
Carlton's second-half woes threatened to doom them again, but they steadied in the last quarter for a pulsating eight-point win over arch-rivals Essendon.
‘Miracle’ PM gets top gong in the name of the King
A controversial ex-prime minister, an Oscar winner and several academics are receiving one of Australia's top merits on the King's Birthday Honours List.
Penrith have last laugh at Luai as Tigers slam referees
Penrith have defeated Wests Tigers in Jarome Luai's first game against the club where he won four NRL premierships at five-eighth.
Milestone Papalii double lifts Raiders over Souths
Josh Papalii and Ethan Strange scored two tries apiece as the Raiders moved to the top of the ladder with a 36-12 win over South Sydney in miserable conditions.
Archer fires an early shot amid state political turmoil
Ousted federal Liberal MP Bridget Archer will attempt a return to politics as embattled state premier Jeremy Rockliff prepares to call an early election.
Aussie swim star says risky gamble will reap rewards
Australian swim star Kyle Chalmers is shocked by the results of changing the training program that has propelled him to greatness in the pool.
Coach Ryles welcomes hype as spurned Eels face Galvin
Lachlan Galvin's Canterbury club debut will come against Parramatta, the other NRL team that had pursued the teenage star amid his move from Wests Tigers.
Injured Huni counts cost of world title near-miss
Justis Huni will likely require surgery after suffering a 10th-round knockout in a WBA interim world title fight he had dominated against Fabio Wardley.
Trump deploys National Guard to quell LA protests
US National Guard troops have been summoned to quell demonstrations as protesters clashed with riot police after sweeping federal immigration raids in LA.
Power guns fire in pressure-relieving win over Giants
With coach Ken Hinkley under the pump, Port Adelaide have fought out a 16-point win over GWS in Canberra to snap a four-game losing run.
History beckons after Brumbies book Super Rugby semi
The Brumbies must make history against the Chiefs to win a Super Rugby Pacific final berth after a Billy Pollard double swept aside the Hurricanes in Canberra.
Warriors slaughter Sharks as NRL’s top four break away
Cronulla have been thrashed by the Warriors, who claimed a 40-10 win to entrench themselves in the NRL top four.
Crow recruit suspended over sling tackle on star Lion
The AFL's match review officer has delivered his assessment of Adelaide midfielder James Peatling's sling tackle on Brisbane star Lachie Neale.
Cats back Stewart after bump sends Anderson to hospital
Tyson Stengle was the difference with four goals in Geelong's win over Gold Coast, but Tom Stewart's heavy bump on Noah Anderson was the major talking point.
Tiger’s name the only way to explain Origin snub: Benji
Benji Marshall has claimed Terrell May's name and reputation has counted against the prop in his bid for State of Origin honours.
Highs and lows for Wood as Feeney boosts Supercars lead
Young gun Ryan Wood had a day he'll never forget at the Supercars round in Perth, claiming a maiden win then being cruelly denied in the second race.
Tottenham sack Europa League winner Postecoglou
Tottenham have dismissed Australian head coach Ange Postecoglou after two seasons in charge of the EPL club and despite victory in the Europa League final.
Comeback Crows’ late surge sinks Brisbane in thriller
Adelaide have kicked five goals to none in the last quarter to down the Brisbane Lions by five points at Adelaide Oval.
‘Special’ Hughes performance headlines Cowboys thumping
Storm halfback Jahrome Hughes has outshone North Queensland No.7 Tom Dearden, scoring two tries as the hosts notched a dominant win in Melbourne.
Coach gives Reds the Kiss of life after sorry Super bow
The despondent Queensland Reds are licking their wounds after crashing out of the Super Rugby Pacific quarter-finals for a fourth straight season.
Edict fires two NRL greats into frame for Kangaroos job
The NRL has revealed its policy for hiring the next Kangaroos coach, which will prevent several of the game's biggest names from applying for the position.
Knights coach sorry for criticising frustrated fans
Newcastle coach Adam O'Brien has apologised for saying the home fans who booed the Knights do not understand rugby league.
‘You’re accepted, you’re loved’: Galvin a hit at Dogs
Lachlan Galvin's Canterbury teammates have made a special effort to welcome the high-profile mid-season signing into the fold.
Mal’s Mission: How Meninga plans to poke the Bears
NRL Immortal Mal Meninga says it is a 'great privilege and responsibility' to be appointed head coach of the Perth Bears.
Israel has activated Gaza Strip clans against Hamas: PM
Israel has "activated" some local clans in the Gaza Strip in the fight against Hamas, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says.
School jumping castle tragedy ‘impossible to predict’
The operator of a jumping castle that became airborne, killing six primary school children, has been cleared of criminal workplace safety breaches.