US Supreme Court upholds Congress law banning TikTok
The US Supreme Court has unanimously upheld a federal law banning TikTok unless it is sold by its China-based parent company ByteDance.
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Hot-headed Djokovic overcomes drama to roll on at Open
Novak Djokovic has advanced to the last 16 of the Australian Open for a 17th time to remain on track for an 11th Melbourne Park crown and 25th grand slam title.
Sanders becomes second Aussie rider to win Dakar Rally
Australian motorcyclist Daniel 'Chucky' Sanders has become only the second Australian to win at the celebrated Dakar Rally in its 47 editions.
Wild Sydney winds blow section of SCG roof down at BBL
Wild winds have blown a section of the SCG roof into the stands ahead of the Sydney Sixers' clash with the Sydney Thunder.
Greens housing crusade fails to sway most tenant voters
Renters are more likely to support Labor or Liberal than the Greens despite the minor party running hard on issues faced by tenants, fresh polling shows.
West Coast star Liam Ryan involved in street fight
West Coast say they are aware of an incident in which star forward Liam Ryan was involved in a violent street fight.
Ashes close to retained as Gardner makes history
A maiden international century by Ashleigh Gardner and five wickets to spinner Alana King has put Australia on the cusp of retaining the women's Ashes.
Warner leans towards Head not Konstas to open in SL
Legendary Test opener David Warner has thrown his support behind Travis Head starting at the top of the order instead of Sam Konstas on the tour of Sri Lanka.
Escalation fears after latest anti-Semitic vandalism
There are fears anti-Semitic incidents in Australia are worsening after an attack on a home that previously belonged to a prominent Jewish community leader.
Hard times turn voters off Labor in election lead-up
Labor is trailing the opposition just months before Australians head to the polls, but the prime minister says his government can give voters what they want.
UK PM Starmer travels to Ukraine to sign new treaty
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is in Ukraine to sign a 100-year security partnership amid uncertainty over the fate of US support under Donald Trump.
Dygert praises rival Brown’s ‘mic drop’ cycling season
American cycling star Chloe Dygert, the biggest name at the women's Tour Down Under, has heaped praised on retired Australian rider Grace Brown.
Dominant de Minaur serves up warning to his Open rivals
Home hope Alex de Minaur has continued his best start to an Australian Open, outclassing American qualifier Tristan Boyer in straight sets to reach round three.
Konstas promises signed merch for fan who crashed car
Sam Konstas says he'll sign merchandise for the punter who accidentally crashed his four-wheel drive in an ill-fated attempt to meet the teen cricket star.
Son of Aussie Olympian joins MLB outfit Pirates
Robinson Smith, son of three-time Australian Olympic swimmer Nicole Livingstone, has joined Major League Baseball outfit Pittsburgh Pirates on a six-year deal.
Biden’s farewell message warns of a US ‘oligarchy’
President Joe Biden has used his farewell address to the nation to warn of an "oligarchy" of the ultra-wealthy taking root in the country.
More commuter pain spared as union actions suspended
An industrial umpire has put a temporary halt to work bans that have brought havoc to NSW's train network as drivers push for a hefty pay rise.
Video clue in hunt for killers behind house-sit horror
The hunt for two arsonists wanted over the death of a woman in a suspicious fire has been intensified with the release of CCTV footage of a getaway car.
Pain lingers for Jews, Palestinians despite ceasefire
Hostages still captive by Hamas and a humanitarian crisis in Gaza where infants are dying are exacerbating community pain despite a ceasefire being heralded.
Strong jobs growth data deflates February rate cut hope
A very healthy jobs market is not adding to the case for a February interest rate cut, with all eyes turning to inflation data due in coming weeks.
More women in cabinet but representation worries build
The political representation of women has received a boost after a pre-election cabinet shuffle but concerns remain over the opposition's gender imbalance.
Israel strikes in Gaza kill dozens after ceasefire deal
Israeli strikes have killed over 70 people after a ceasefire deal, Gaza authorities say, while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accuses Hamas of backtracking.
Kokkinakis warns his ‘future looks bleak’ after defeat
A furious Thanasi Kokkinakis says his "future is looking bleak" after an ongoing pectoral muscle issue cut him down in a shattering Australian Open loss.
Thompson joins Popyrin on the Australian Open scrapheap
Injured Jordan Thompson has followed fellow home seed Alexei Popyrin out of the Australian Open with a straight-sets, second-round loss to Nuno Borges.
German veteran sends Zheng crashing out in Open upset
German veteran Laura Siegemund has caused a massive boilover at the Australian Open, downing Chinese star Zheng Qinwen, but Coco Gauff has advanced.
Aussies put positive spin on Dubai camp in Test lead-up
Australia will spend five days in the United Arab Emirates ahead of their two-Test series against Sri Lanka.
Shootout win earns Leyton Orient Cup date with Man City
Leyton Orient have booked a home clash with Manchester City in the fourth round of the FA Cup after beating Derby 6-5 on penalties.
Bill Shorten to quit politics early, sparking reshuffle
Retiring Labor minister Bill Shorten will leave politics earlier than expected, giving his party the opportunity for a refresh before the federal election.
Injury-affected Popyrin crashes out of Open
An injury-affected Alexei Popyrin has crashed out of the Australian Open in the first round, slumping to defeat at the hands of Frenchman Corentin Moutet.
De Minaur races into round two with straight-sets win
Australian top gun Alex de Minaur has shown he's on pace for a run deep into the Open with a straight-sets win over Botic van de Zandschulp in round one.
Hamas ‘accepts’ Gaza ceasefire conditions:officials
Qatar says Israel and Hamas are at the "closest point" yet to agreeing on a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of dozens of hostages