Luai’s Origin scars heal, Blues exorcise Origin demons
Jarome Luai has completed a remarkable State of Origin revival in Brisbane, helping the Blues to a series-deciding win a year after being dropped from the side.
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Blues topple Qld fortress for comeback Origin victory
New South Wales have won a Brisbane decider for just the third time, beating Queensland 14-4 to claim the State of Origin series 2-1.
Defensive lapses cost heroic Maroons in Origin decider
Queensland have lost a State of Origin series decider in Brisbane for just the third time in history after two late defensive mistakes proved costly.
Slater changes pack make up before Origin decider
Queensland coach Billy Slater has made three changes to his starting side for the State of Origin series decider, including Harry Grant at hooker.
Ryles released by Storm to focus on Parramatta
Jason Ryles has been released from his duties as Melbourne's assistant coach, allowing him to start focusing on Parramatta's future.
St Kilda’s Collard suspended for using homophobic slurs
First-year St Kilda player Lance Collard has been suspended for six games after directing homophobic slurs towards two opponents in a VFL game.
Unified Hockeyroos can end generational drought: coach
Katrina Powell has addressed the fall-out of Rosie Malone's non-selection and failed appeal as they fly to Paris intent on ending a 24-year medal drought.
Courtney to retire from Supercars after 2025 season
One-time Supercars champion James Courtney has announced 2025 will be his last season as a full-time driver after two decades in the series.
King’s speech sets out plan to ‘get Britain building’
King Charles has outlined the agenda of the UK's new Labour government, which promises to revive the economy and "take the brakes off Britain".
Man detained after Australians killed in Philippines
A former hotel employee has surrendered to police in the Philippines after the killing of two Australians and a Filipina, officials say.
Mills finds form to help Boomers down Jokic and Serbia
The Boomers will head for the Olympic Games boosted by an 84-73 victory over a Serbian team spearheaded by NBA superstar Nikola Jokic.
CFMEU loses Labor, peak union ties following suspension
An increasingly friendless CFMEU has had its links with the peak union body and Labor governments suspended following criminal allegations.
Eagles star Ryan calls AFL tackling bans ‘ridiculous’
Suspended duo Charlie Cameron and Toby Bedford have found an ally in Liam Ryan after the West Coast star labelled the bans "ridiculous" and "laughable".
Gunmen kill nine in attack on Oman Shi’ite mosque
An assault on a mosque in Oman's capital Muscat has left at least nine people dead including three attackers, officials say.
‘Bitcoin inventor’ referred to prosecutors for perjury
A UK judge has referred self-declared bitcoin inventor Craig Wright for alleged perjury after ruling the Australian had lied "extensively" to support his claim.
Gawn a chance for Dees, Port’s Finlayson out for season
Melbourne captain Max Gawn is likely to feature against Fremantle, while Port Adelaide's Jeremy Finlayson has suffered a season-ending injury.
Australian Olympics star Matthews battling dental issue
Michael Matthews, the main Australian hope in the Olympic men's cycling road race, says a serious tooth problem nearly forced him out of the Tour de France.
Bazzana aiming for spot in US baseball’s hall of fame
Travis Bazzana, who made history as the first Australian to be the No.1 pick in the Major League Baseball draft, wants to end up in the sport's hall of fame.
Australian Josh Azzopardi added to Olympic 100m field
Australian sprinter Josh Azzopardi has been added to the field for the men's individual 100m at the Paris Olympics.
Wanderers pinch Kraev from ALM rivals Wellington
Bulgarian attacker Bozhidar Kraev has signed a two-year deal with Western Sydney Wanderers after two seasons with Wellington Phoenix.
No joy for Giants’ Bedford, Lion Cameron at Tribunal
GWS' Toby Bedford and Brisbane Lions star Charlie Cameron have both failed at the AFL Tribunal to overturn respective three-match bans for tackling.
Republicans give bandaged Trump a joyous welcome
A bandaged Donald Trump has made a triumphant appearance at the Republican National Convention, two days after surviving an assassination attempt.
Biden calls judge’s Trump documents ruling ‘specious’
Former President Donald Trump has had a legal victory with a judge throwing out the classified documents case against him.
Lion Cameron cops three-match ban on day of carnage
Three players, including Brisbane star Charlie Cameron, have received three-match bans on a day of carnage at the AFL Match Review.
Cummins to rest for Australia’s white-ball tour of UK
Star quick Pat Cummins will sit out Australia's entire white-ball tour of the United Kingdom in a bid to protect the Test captain from burnout.
AFL investigating St Kilda youngster over homophobia
The AFL is investigating after St Kilda youngster Lance Collard became the latest player to have allegedly used homophobic slurs during a game.
Cops, watchdog called on to investigate ‘rotten’ CFMEU
Victoria and NSW want CFMEU officials facing possible criminal investigations to stand down and the Labor Party to suspend accepting its donations.
Aussie to cash in on rich slice of US baseball history
Travis Bazzana has made Australian sporting history as the first baseballer to be recruited with the No.1 major league draft pick.
Foord sits out Matildas’ pre-Games loss to Canada
The Matildas fell to a 2-1 loss to reigning Olympic champions Canada in Spain in their final match before their Paris Games campaign.
Thunderbirds survive Lightning strike to finish on top
The Adelaide Thunderbirds have survived a massive scare to beat Sunshine Coast Lightning by two goals and secure the Super Netball minor premiership.
Trbojevic still the one as Manly flog Newcastle
Tom Trbojevic has put to bed any questions over his best position at Manly, starring as the Sea Eagles beat Newcastle 44-6 to stay in the NRL's top eight.