Mafia and escort bosses named in notorious cold case
Two key people are alleged to have lied in police investigations as conclusions are drawn in one of Australia's most notorious cold cases.
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Trial for mum, daughter over alleged Islamic State time
Two women accused of travelling to Syria to join Islamic State have formally pleaded not guilty and will face a Supreme Court trial.
Conservative Liberal lobbyist labels co-founder ‘dodgy’
A member of a conservative Liberal faction has told a corruption probe he believes he got the idea to create a fake invoice from his "dodgy" co-founder.
US, Iran trade barrages as quick resolution hopes dim
The US and Iran have resumed hostilities, with fears the drawn-out war will spread further across the Middle East.
Sprint stars bullish ahead of another date with destiny
Lachie Kennedy and Torrie Lewis both have golden chances to grab another medal at what has been a remarkable Commonwealth Games for Australia's athletics team.
Men win team sprint, women claim team pursuit at Games
The women's team pursuiters and the men's team sprint, featuring Leigh Hoffman, have won gold on day one of the Commonwealth Games track cycling program.
Magpies coach throws support behind Hill as star exits
Collingwood have confirmed Bobby Hill's departure from the club, while defending the premiership star who has been racially abused on social media.
Diamonds delighted with big win in Glasgow semi tune-up
Defending netball champions Australia are through to the Commonwealth Games semi-finals after demolishing Northern Ireland to remain undefeated in Glasgow.
FIFA scraps controversial World Cup investment plan
FIFA has decided to abandon its divisive plan to sell World Cup profits to private equity after receiving pushback from all corners of the soccer world.
Cats claw into top six with topsy-turvy win over Pies
Geelong have held off a fast-finishing Collingwood to claim a 25-point victory at the MCG as the jostling for spots in the AFL's top six heats up.
Bulldogs spearhead out of crunch Freo clash
The Western Bulldogs' attacking stocks have taken a hit ahead of facing Fremantle, while the Dockers have regained a star.
Hope dwindles as Japan quake death toll rises to 25
Time is running out to find survivors of a powerful earthquake that hit southern Japan, as the death toll rises and recovery efforts continue.
Emotional enforcer eager to make final chapter count
Club legend Josh Papali'i is set to leave the Raiders after 15 years and he's spoken about what's motivating him ahead of Canberra's must-win run-in.
‘Love to keep them’: Crows coach on in-demand trio
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says he'd love to keep three key defenders at the Crows amid interest from rival clubs.
Storm coach responds to Munster’s PNG ultimatum
Cameron Munster claimed he would remain at Melbourne for 2028 if Craig Bellamy was still at the club, and now the master coach has weighed in.
‘Politicisation’: MP’s lawyer fumes over assault arrest
Arresting a federal politician at his home rather than simply issuing a court summons shows the MP is unfairly being made an example of, his lawyer claims.
Australia assisting man facing death penalty in Syria
Lawyers for a Gold Coast man facing a possible death penalty in Syria are seeking to ensure his rights are protected as federal authorities provide assistance.
‘Mission accomplished’: tears flow as Aussie wins gold
Battling doubt and heartbreak, Australian weightlifter Eileen Cikamatana has blitzed her rivals and set a Commonwealth Games record in Glasgow to win gold.
French wildfire evacuees allowed to return home
Thousands of people can return to their homes in France as moist, cooler conditions raise hopes that firefighters can finally get on top of a massive blaze.
Thorpe mark falls, swimmers pocket $1.27m in bonuses
Australia's dominance in the Glasgow pool has ended with a record-breaking haul of gold, as Kyle Chalmers seized a Commonwealth Games record held by Ian Thorpe.
US unleashes ‘heavy wave’ of strikes against Iran
The US has launched a wave of attacks in retaliation for Iranian strikes that threaten to draw more Middle Eastern countries into the conflict.
Australian defector pulls out of Glasgow showdown
Matt Richardson's much-anticipated Commonwealth Games showdown with Australia will not take place, with the English cycling defector out because of injury.
Teen weightlifting star wins Samoa’s first Games gold
At age 18, rising weightlifting star Seine Stowers has broken two Commonwealth Games records to snare Samoa's first gold medal in Glasgow.
Daicos-Mullin match-up to shape huge AFL clash
Oisin Mullin couldn't play in the All-Ireland final for Mayo but his job on Collingwood superstar Nick Daicos could be huge in the context of Geelong's season.
Cool hand Luke gives Cowboys spark for Roosters visit
An injury to forward John Bateman in the captain's run has forced a bench reshuffle for North Queensland ahead of their clash with Sydney Roosters.
Tonga star vows to atone for ego and poor leadership
Siosifa Talakai is eager to represent Tonga at the 2026 Rugby League World Cup, admitting he bungled his last chance at the tournament.
Work to do for Aussie women ahead of US Open quest
Maya Joint is the only Australian left in the WTA event in Memphis after Kimberly Birell became the third, and latest, to exit in the first round.
Double-headers dominate final AFL fixtures
An MCG double-header and AFLW games before the men dominate the AFL's fixture release for round 23 and 24.
Dolphins hit $1 million jackpot with Rinehart riches
Australia's swimmers at the Commonwealth Games will cash in on a jackpot of over $1 million through Gina Rinehart's bonuses.
Police sent to mum’s home hours before family tragedy
The search for a missing baby has been called off as police confirm the child's mother visited police the day before her body was found alongside her toddler's.
Bird flu scare sparks fears of sea lion extinction
One of the Australian sea lions' biggest breeding colonies may be under threat after more suspected bird flu cases were discovered, conservationists warn.