Kings sign Lamonte Turner in push for NBL finals
As the business season of the NBL season approaches, the Sydney Kings have bolstered their roster with an American point guard.
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Cummins’ men lay their legacy with era-defining triumph
Australia have regained the Border-Gavaskar Trophy for the first time in 10 years, with a six-run win over India in Sydney the team's most defining of this era.
Man City roar back but it’s a gloomy EPL day for Ange
Erling Haaland and Manchester City could be turning the corner after a big win over West Ham but Ange Postecoglou suffered another defeat with Spurs.
Man charged with sexual assault of crew member in Fiji
A man has reportedly been charged with rape and sexual assault after an airline crew member was allegedly attacked on New Year's Eve in Fiji.
Bumrah in doubt for remainder of Test with back issue
India's best player Jasprit Bumrah left the Sydney Cricket Ground behind an ambulance escort during the second day of the final Test.
Boland heroics and turbo-charged Pant set up SCG finale
Australia are on the verge of reclaiming the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, but will face a tricky fourth-innings chase after a manic day two at the SCG.
Bancroft, Sams leaving hospital after horror BBL clash
Cameron Bancroft's Sydney Thunder BBL season is over with a broken shoulder and nose, while Daniel Sams will miss at least four games following their collision.
Trump faces sentencing over porn star hush money case
Donald Trump has lost a bid to use his US presidential election victory to dismiss his conviction on criminal charges involving hush money paid to a porn star.
Lauton stunner seals famous Western win over Glory
A stunning goal from Jordan Lauton has helped Western United complete a remarkable stoppage-time fightback and secure a 3-2 win over Perth Glory.
Bancroft, Sams taken to hospital during BBL thriller
Cameron Bancroft and Daniel Sams had to go to hospital after a sickening collision while Sydney Thunder earned a last-ball BBL win over the Perth Scorchers.
Red card drama as Western United beat Jets 2-0 in ALW
Kahli Johnson has struck a second-half double to help Western United end a week of soul searching with a 2-0 win over 10-woman Newcastle Jets.
Rain washes out Sixers-Heat BBL game
The BBL contest between the ladder-leading Sydney Sixers and defending champions Brisbane Heat in Coffs Harbour has been abandoned without a ball being bowled.
In-demand prop Leo Thompson to join NRL’s Bulldogs
NRL side Canterbury have signed Newcastle prop Leo Thompson on a four-year deal that will begin in 2026.
Rohit Sharma’s Test career in jeopardy after axing
Rohit Sharma's Test career could be over after the captain was dropped for the decisive match of India's series against Australia.
S.Korea’s Yoon defies arrest after hours-long stand-off
Investigators have left the official residence of South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol after a six-hour stand-off as they tried to detain him for questioning.
Lynn unleashes as Strikers break BBL losing streak
Chris Lynn was moved up to open the innings and has delivered with his first half-century in this season's BBL as Adelaide mauled the Melbourne Renegades.
Rohit at risk of getting the axe, career in doubt
India coach Gautam Gambhir has refused to guarantee Rohit Sharma a spot in his side for the fifth Test against Australia, with the captain sitting out training.
Man released without charge after woman falls to death
A man is free to return home after being arrested in connection to the death of a woman who fell from his balcony.
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Veteran who killed 15 in New Orleans inspired by IS
Authorities don't believe an army veteran was acting alone when he rammed a truck flying the Islamic State flag into New Orleans revellers, killing 15 people.
Marsh dropped for SCG finale, Beau Webster to debut
Out-of-form Australia allrounder Mitch Marsh has been dropped for the Border-Gavaskar series finale at the SCG, with Beau Webster to make his Test debut.
Fiji ‘tarnished’ after alleged assault on flight crew
As a probe continues into the alleged theft and sexual assault of two Virgin Australia crew, a Fijian MP says such incidents damage the nation's reputation.
Ten killed in Montenegro shooting, gunman dies
Montenegro is in three days of mourning after a gunman shot dead 12 people, including two children, after a brawl at a restaurant.
Three dead, 20 injured in Honolulu fireworks explosion
Authorities say three people have died and 20 others are critically injured in a New Year's Eve fireworks in Honolulu.
Death toll rises to 15 from New Orleans truck attack
The death toll from a deliberate truck crash in New Orleans has risen to 15, according to officials.
Tigers confirm Balta assault charge in country NSW
Richmond's Noah Balta, who signed a seven-year AFL deal in October, has been charged with assault following an incident in country NSW on December 30.
De Minaur’s girl helps GB end Australia’s Cup hopes
Australia have been eliminated from the United Cup despite Alex de Minaur winning both his singles and doubles matches in a 2-1 defeat of Great Britain.
McGrath says Starc worth the risk as quick gets scans
Mitchell Starc has been sent for scans on his sore ribs ahead of the SCG Test, but Australia are confident the quick will be fit to face India in Sydney.
‘Mitch’s time’ – Aussies back Marsh ahead of SCG Test
Australia's wicketkeeper Alex Carey has rejected suggestions change is needed for the SCG, believing Mitch Marsh can silence his critics against India.
Leaders Melbourne City in double ALW penalty miss
Melbourne City missed two penalties but still moved three points clear at the top of the A-League Women with a 0-0 away draw against Central Coast Mariners.
Sore Starc ‘good chance’ to play in SCG Test decider
Australia will do their best to recover from an epic MCG Test win against India, with sore quick Mitchell Starc a "good chance" to feature in the SCG decider.
Brits beat Argentina to give Aussies United Cup boost
A stunning performance by Katie Boulter and Charles Broom in the mixed doubles match has fired Great Britain to a 2-1 win over Argentina in the United Cup.