Australians dash to fly home with IPL suspended
The IPL has been suspended due to the ongoing conflict between India and Pakistan, leaving Australian players plotting their paths home.
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Cricket legend backs ex-spinner over ‘biggest mistake’
Ex-spinner Stuart MacGill has described his role in a cocaine deal as his "biggest mistake" before being spared jail time for a "colossal lapse in judgment".
Prevost, now Leo XIV, a surprise pick as first US pope
Cardinal Robert Prevost had not been seen as a frontrunner for pope and there was a brief moment of silence when his name was announced.
White smoke billows, signalling new pope elected
White smoke has appeared from a chimney atop the Sistine Chapel at the Vatican, signalling that the 133 Roman Catholic cardinals have elected a new pope.
US, UK announce trade deal but 10 per cent duties stay
UK beef farmers will be allowed access to the US market after a deal, joining a group of select countries including Australia with such an arrangement.
Aussies Hansen, Tuipulotu in Itoje-led Lions’ squad
Aussies Mack Hansen and Sione Tuipulotu will be part of the Maro Itoje-captained British & Irish Lions squad to tour Australia.
Jamie Elliott kicks six goals as Pies down Dockers
Jamie Elliott and Jack Crisp have played match-winning roles as Collingwood overcame a lopsided inside 50m count to post a brave 14-point win over Fremantle.
Farnworth fires Dolphins to NRL win over battling Eels
The Dolphins have edged past Parramatta, with some solo brilliance from Herbie Farnworth sealing a 20-16 win.
Knights ready to welcome Young back with ‘open arms’
Dom Young has been told there's a spot waiting for him in Newcastle, with coach Adam O'Brien making clear he wants the out-of-favour Sydney Roosters winger.
Souths wouldn’t rush Brandon Smith back from injury
There'll be no pressure on Brandon Smith at South Sydney this year as the hooker prepares for an immediate move from the Sydney Roosters.
V’landys turns on charm before crack at Perth media
While Western Australia premier Roger Cook fought off criticism of the Perth Bears deal, ARL Commission chairman Peter V'landys was joking about breakfast TV.
Football Australia name interim CEO after Johnson quits
James Johnson has resigned from his role as the chief executive of Football Australia, with the governing body appointing a former Matilda as interim boss.
‘Unfair’ ban prompts call for NRL charge system review
Bulldogs coach Cameron Ciraldo suggests the NRL match review charge system needs tweaking in the wake of Jacob Preston's 4-week ban for a grade-one offence.
Justice for murdered teen Cassius as men found guilty
A murdered Indigenous teen identified his killers before he "died for absolutely nothing", his mother says after a jury found three men guilty over the death.
Keeley Davis moves on from Origin eye-gouge saga
Keeley Davis has put the women's State of Origin eye-gouging saga behind her as NSW looks to close out a series victory in Sydney.
Power say racism is ‘persistent’ after AFL bans Rioli
Port Adelaide's Willie Rioli pulled out of the Showdown following a week of allegations of threats made against rival players, then he was suspended.
Hawks rest Barrass, Bulldogs lose Adam Treloar
Tom Barrass will sit out Hawthorn's clash with Melbourne as Sam Mitchell manages the experienced defender's workload with an eye towards the AFL finals.
Cagey Blues coach Voss declares Curnow right for Saints
Carlton expect Charlie Curnow to face St Kilda despite the star forward being involved in a heavy collision at training.
Ukraine cities quiet as Russia-backed ceasefire begins
Cities in Ukraine have been spared Russian drone and missile attacks as a 72-hour truce kicks in, but Kyiv says Moscow continues its assaults in the east.
Greens leaderless as Adam Bandt concedes defeat
Greens leader Adam Bandt has conceded defeat to Labor's Sarah Witty in his lower house seat of Melbourne, opening up a leadership race for the minor party.
Two ministers face the axe from Albanese’s top team
Senior ministers are on the chopping block as Labor's factional powerbrokers carve up cabinet positions following a dominant federal election victory.
Perth Bears roar into NRL, bound for early success
NRL CEO Andrew Abdo says he wants the Perth Bears to have largely local players long-term, but says the North Sydney link will set them up for success in 2027.
More black smoke at conclave, so no new Catholic pope
Black smoke has again poured out of the Sistine Chapel chimney, indicating that no pope has been elected as cardinals gather in their conclave for a second day.
Opals shine to beat NZ in Trans-Tasman Throwdown
The Opals have put on a final quarter show to hold off a fast-finishing New Zealand team to win the first match in a three-game series between the teams.
Storm star sees Perth’s lure as race for talent begins
Melbourne superstar Ryan Papenhuyzen believes Perth will be an attractive option for NRL players contemplating a change of clubs.
WA signs $65m deal to create new NRL franchise
The NRL is officially expanding to Western Australia after the state government signed off on a $65.6 million deal to create the league's 18th team.
Waratahs coach wields axe for must-win Reds battle
Coach Dan McKellar has made six changes to the NSW Waratahs' starting side for their must-win Super Rugby Pacific clash with the Queensland Reds.
Tributes for trailblazer’s turbulent time as top cop
Lauded as a no-nonsense reformer, the first woman to lead Australia's biggest police force is headed for the exit after cutting short her five-year term.
AFL still pondering sanctions for Rioli over threats
Willie Rioli has been interviewed by the AFL after two more reports emerged about the Port Adelaide forward allegedly threatening rival players.
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US, China to hold ice-breaker trade talks in Geneva
Two top US officials will meet with China's top trade negotiator this weekend in the first major talks since President Donald Trump sparked a trade war.
Hayne finally set to make return after hamstring issues
Jarryd Hayne is set to play his first rugby league game since September 2018, after being named to play for Wentworthville in the third-tier Ron Massey Cup.