Mushroom cook opens up on lies to police, in-laws
Erin Patterson lied to her in-laws about cancer tests before cooking them a deadly lunch because they made her "feel loved", she has told a jury.
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Voters forgo sugar-hit as law and order tops budget
A pre-election budget has few sweeteners for voters as a state government focuses on boosting its law and order credentials with a $395 million package.
Hawks out-tackle Bulldogs for badly needed win
Hawthorn have broken their three-game winning streak, beating the Western Bulldogs at Marvel Stadium by 22 points.
Putin warns ‘Russia has to respond’ to Ukraine attack
US President Donald Trump says he has spoken to Russian President Vladimir Putin in a call that lasted an hour and 15 minutes.
Israel recovers bodies of two hostages held by Hamas
Israel says it recovered the bodies of two people kidnapped and held hostage by Hamas since October 7, 2023.
Robson’s hamstring gives NSW fresh Origin concern
North Queensland hooker Reece Robson is in doubt to face Melbourne in round 14 of the NRL, leaving NSW with some concern ahead of State of Origin II.
Liberal premier in crosshairs, fresh election possible
A Liberal state could be heading for a fresh election, with its minority premier vowing to fight on in the face of a no-confidence motion he is set to lose.
Higher US tariffs on steel and aluminium kick in
In a move that has reignited trade tensions with key allies, United States President Donald Trump has doubled tariffs on steel and aluminium imports.
Tears flow as Devils boss stays defiant on AFL future
The heat is on Tasmania Premier Jeremy Rockliff, who has threatened the Devils' planned AFL entry in 2028, with the club saying it is now at "serious risk."
Flare debate: Socceroos veteran, A-League club fire up
A Socceroos veteran and Melbourne Victory have made a passionate appeal to police about how they handle football fans, following the A-League Men grand final.
Economy stalls as private sector fails to pick up slack
More rate cuts might be needed to boost Australia's fragile economy with soft household consumption figures contributing to stalled growth.
US-backed Gaza aid group to halt distribution of food
The UN Security Council is set to vote on a demand for a ceasefire in Gaza, where the distribution of food has been suspended amid chaos and bloodshed.
Let fans have their flares, says Socceroos veteran
A Socceroos veteran and Melbourne Victory have made a passionate appeal to police about how they handle football fans, following the A-League Men grand final.
Top Hawk grounded, Port forward’s fresh setback
Hawthorn have confirmed rumours about an injury to a club leader while a Port Adelaide forward faces more time on the sidelines after a fresh injury setback.
Storm players waiting on Bellamy’s big call
Cheeky Storm halfback Jahrome Hughes says coach Craig Bellamy will be "bored at home in his mansion" if he doesn't sign on for another year as Melbourne coach.
Galvin impresses, Bulldogs ponder how to use him
Lachlan Galvin will be named in Canterbury's extended squad for round 14, but coach Cameron Ciraldo is still determining exactly where he fits in the team.
Beyond 300: Why star Bronco is set for 2026
Adam Reynolds has revealed why the backstreets of Redfern forged the master craftsman he has become and why he wants a final year at Brisbane in 2026.
Bad news for Maroons as Cowboys flyer still sidelined
Murray Taulagi's hopes of lining up in the second State of Origin match appear over with news he will miss the last round before teams are picked.
Kerr on track, with eyes on Asian Cup: Matildas coach
Sam Kerr's lengthy injury rehabilitation has included more surgery but new Matildas coach Joe Montemurro is confident he'll see the best of the star striker.
CA boss Greenberg’s vow to protect Aussie Test summer
Australia's home Ashes summer is expected to break ticket sales records, but it comes at a time when cricket's global calendar remains a point of conjecture.
‘Atrocious diet, hitting noodles’: Huni’s epic rebuild
Justis Huni sits on the cusp of a shot at boxing's undisputed heavyweight championship of the world, the result of a dramatic 12-month career overhaul.
Honesty session that inspired Panthers’ crucial win
Penrith's squad took a hard look at slipping standards ahead of round 13 and it led to their grittiest win of the NRL season so far.
Bombshell defection boosts Labor’s majority in Senate
Greens senator Dorinda Cox has defected to Labor, saying her values better aligned with the government despite having heavily criticised its policies.
Eight Aussies in Super Rugby Pacific ‘Team of the Year’
New Zealand teams dominate the finals line-up but Australian players are heavily represented in a first Super Rugby Pacific Team of the Year.
Thanks, Australia! Dasha’s Paris dream dashed in Paris
New tennis import Daria Kasatkina has thanked her adopted home for its support after her run as the 'last Aussie standing' ended at Roland Garros.
Rising star leads Matildas to victory in injury return
Caitlyn Foord and Amy Sayer starred as the Matildas sent off interim coach Tom Sermanni with a convincing win over Argentina in Canberra.
Mushroom cook accepts death caps were inside lunch
Accused triple murderer Erin Patterson has accepted death cap mushrooms were inside beef Wellingtons she cooked for her estranged husband's family.
Unions hail pay boost for millions of low-paid workers
Workers on minimum award rates will be given one of the highest above-inflation pay increases in history to help redress falling living standards.
Lee Jae-myung projected to win South Korea presidency
Opposition leader Lee Jae-myung is being projected as the winner of South Korea's presidential election with around 50 per cent of the vote.
At least 27 Palestinians killed near Gaza aid site
More than 20 Palestinians have been killed in an Israeli attack on an aid site in southern Gaza's Rafah, according to health officials.
Koloamatangi ready for Origin after Blues injury blow
Keaon Koloamatangi says he's better prepared for Origin than he was in his NSW debut, having entered the reckoning after the Blues suffered an injury setback.