‘Demon time’: Melbourne stun Dockers in MCG classic
Melbourne have overturned a 15-point deficit during the final quarter to stun ladder-leaders Fremantle in the Dockers' last appearance at the MCG before finals.
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Unheralded quick takes eight-for to rout Bangladesh
Bangladesh have collapsed to be all out for 54 as Cricket Australia XI paceman Campbell Thompson took 8-25 to secure a huge win for the hosts in Darwin.
Knights get unwanted news before key Raiders clash
Canberra will play Newcastle in a wet and wild affair on Sunday, but the Knights will be without one of their representative stars.
Geelong coach speaks on Cats concussion saga
Geelong coach Chris Scott has spoken post-match, after the Cats were issued a 'please explain' over the concussion deal signed with Jake Kolodjashnij.
US appeals court blocks Trump’s ballroom, work halts
The US appeals court has demanded work stop on President Trump's ballroom, saying he is "a temporary tenant, not the owner, of the White House".
Roosters pip Dogs to go level with Penrith at top
Billy Smith has scored a double in a tight win over Canterbury that has put the Roosters on a collision course with Penrith for the NRL's minor premiership.
Fears for Yeo’s season after Warriors beat Panthers
NRL premiership hopefuls the Warriors have stunned ladder-leading Penrith, who lost inspirational co-captain Isaah Yeo to what appears a serious injury.
Cat identifies himself as concussion waiver player
The Geelong player who signed a waiver where he would take all legal responsibility for future brain injuries has identified himself.
NRL comes to the aid of Bears as marquee search goes on
The Perth Bears' hopes of landing some marquee players have been given a huge boost after the NRL agreed to offer them some handy concessions.
Thai teen kills seven, then himself, in rampage
A 14-year-old boy has killed his grandparents before gunning down teachers and students in Thailand's second school shooting of 2026.
Congo’s Ebola outbreak surpasses 4000 cases
Ebola cases have hit a grim milestone as Congo authorities struggle to keep pace with the fastest-spreading outbreak of the virus ever recorded.
Melbourne Storm coach Bellamy makes call on his future
Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy has signalled when he is likely to step away from the hot seat, but he hopes Cameron Munster will remain at the club.
Cats player named after AFL issues ‘please explain’
The AFL has handed Geelong a please explain notice following revelations the Cats put a concussion waiver into a now-named player's contract.
Another Rabbitoh injured just as troops return
South Sydney have lost yet another key player to injury, just as cavalry are returning for the round-23 clash against Parramatta.
Rocchiccioli’s six-wicket haul keeps heat on Lyon
Corey Rocchiccioli has put his hand up to lead Australia's next crop of spinners, but Sam Konstas has struggled for the Cricket Australia XI against Bangladesh.
Brisbane Lions swing changes after AFL mauling
The Brisbane Lions and Hawthorn have both made big inclusions for their top-four shaping clash at the Gabba on Friday night.
Athlete denies making up sex abuse claims against Jones
A former athlete has hit back at accusations he concocted claims of being indecently assaulted by radio giant Alan Jones, telling a court "it's all true".
Les is more: Kiss seeks balance in first Test at helm
There is continuity, but Wallabies coach Les Kiss has still made nine changes for his first Test in charge, against Eddie Jones's Japan in Osaka.
ABC retreats, apologises for offensive Rinehart skit
The ABC has apologised to Gina Rinehart, admitting it failed to meet expectations by airing a television skit describing a graphic attack on the billionaire.
‘We’re playing like a top-four team’: Bulldogs coach
Canterbury's vastly improved defence is in for a big test against the Sydney Roosters, who put 82 points on North Queensland in their last start.
‘I wasn’t aware’: Lions coach blindsided by Neale tour
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan says he's not losing any sleep over the Lions' dual Brownlow medallist Lachie Neale touring a rival club's headquarters.
‘Full support’ for FIFA president as pressure mounts
FIFA has acknowledged that it made mistakes in its failed attempt to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors, but backs their under-fire president.
‘Age is just a number’: veteran duo back for Waratahs
The NSW Waratahs have signed veteran 2014 Super Rugby-winning halves Bernard Foley and Nick Phipps in an eyebrow-raising move sure to polarise fans.
Geelong avoids sanction over player concussion deal
A Geelong AFL player with a history of head knocks signed a secret deal with the club to take legal responsibility for future concussions.
Bears’ English raid continues, sign Canberra forward
English international Morgan Smithies will join the Perth Bears for their inaugural NRL season after three campaigns with Canberra.
‘Kleptomaniacs’: media empire vows to slay AI thieves
A media goliath has doubled down on its stick-and-carrot campaign against AI snatchers, also calling out other companies who '"should know better".
Six years, 21 drafts earn hip-hop poet top book prize
Author and hip-hop artist Omar Musa moved to Borneo to write his second novel Fierceland, which has taken out Australia's premier literary award.
‘Erodes trust’: $10.8m ploy blows up A-League pay row
A-Leagues bosses have openly declared they want to thrash out a new CBA with the players, who have rejected two previous pay offers.
‘We don’t really care’: Sharks dismiss finals naysayers
The red-hot Sharks are using the doubters as motivators as they chase an elusive NRL premiership and a glorious farewell for several departing teammates.
Souths’ Mitchell ‘hurting’ to miss Indigenous Round
First Nations NRL superstar Latrell Mitchell has been sidelined since Magic Round and now his absence will extend into Indigenous Round.
Aussie open water swimmers rallying for Olympic future
World champion open water swimmer Moesha Johnson says Australia will lose part of its DNA if the sport is cut from the 2032 Brisbane Olympics.