Mbappe, Dembele lead France into World Cup semi-finals
France are through to the semi-finals of the World Cup after registering a 2-0 win over Morocco, with goals from Kylian Mbappe and Ousman Dembele.
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Telstra to ‘face the music’ as anger rises over outages
Telstra is being warned it will be held accountable and could face a $30 million fine as the regulator probes the telco's major system failures.
‘Gutted’: Aussie swim star out of Commonwealth Games
Australian swimmer Kaylee McKeown has been forced to withdraw from the Commonwealth Games because of glandular fever.
Aussie duo miss out in Wimbledon mixed doubles final
Storm Hunter and Marc Polmans have lost their Wimbledon mixed doubles final but their young Aussie compatriot Cruz Hewitt has reached the boys' semi-final.
UK Labour MPs overwhelmingly back Burnham to be PM
Former Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham has secured the nominations of 80 per cent of Labour MPs to lead the party and become the new UK prime minister.
Free speech legal loss low note for dumped pianist
An orchestra did not take action against an international concert pianist because of his political beliefs, a federal court judge has determined.
Freo overcome first-half shocker to obliterate Swans
Fremantle have overcome a five-goal haul from Charlie Curnow and a 25-point second-quarter deficit to beat Sydney by 38 points at Optus Stadium.
Upton’s historic night helps Broncos feast on Sharks
Defending premiers Brisbane have overcome a spirited Cronulla to claim their second victory of the NRLW season after some Tamika Upton heroics.
Zorko back for Lions, English no certainty for Dogs
The Lions welcome back veteran Dayne Zorko to take on the Bombers, while the Bulldogs have named Tim English, but there is no guarantee he will play this week.
Total Eclipse of the Heart singer Bonnie Tyler dies
Welsh pop singer Bonnie Tyler, who was known for 1980s power ballads such as Total Eclipse of the Heart and Holding Out for a Hero, has died at 75.
‘Column of smoke’: coalition launches One Nation attack
An economic blueprint has been pitched by the coalition to win over voters as it warns One Nation won't be able to deliver on its promises to Australians.
Tigers give Jarome Luai permission to leave early
Four-time NRL premiership-winning five-eighth Jarome Luai could leave Wests Tigers a year earlier than anticipated.
Gout’s out: teenage sprint star hamstrung by injury
Sprint superstar Gout Gout has suffered a major hamstring injury that will force him to miss this year's under-20 world championships.
Watson sidelined again, Nash could miss season
One of Hawthorn's stars has been ruled out again for their big game against Carlton, while a teammate might not play again this season.
Home Wimbledon ‘Fery-tale’ as King Arthur marches on
Unsung Briton Arthur Fery continues to write the most extraordinary tale at Wimbledon as the wildcard reached the semi-final of the grass-court grand slam.
Battle of the bigs as Freo and Swans fight for top spot
Top spot and bragging rights will be on the line when Fremantle host Sydney at a sold out Optus Stadium on Thursday night.
‘Modi, Modi’: Indian PM greeted with fanfare, protests
Australia's Indian community has turned out in big numbers to catch a glimpse of Narendra Modi after a day of deal-making for the visiting prime minister.
Capewell’s brutal verdict on Maroons’ decider display
Second-rower Kurt Capewell has taken Queensland's third State of Origin loss in a row at Suncorp Stadium hard in a raw and honest appraisal of the pain.
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US and Iran exchange fire across Gulf, threatening deal
Iran has responded to US strikes by targeting Gulf countries in an exchange of fire that further threatens a ceasefire deal intended to help end their war.
Cleary’s class: NSW win State of Origin decider
Inspired by Nathan Cleary, NSW have clinched a State of Origin series victory with an upset win over Queensland in the decider at Brisbane's Suncorp Stadium.
Kiwis ‘crying out’ for second NRL team: Marshall
One of New Zealand's greatest players has weighed in on where the NRL's forecast 20th team should be, saying the in-form Warriors offer a blueprint.
Sevens convert keen for NRLW advance to fulltime roles
Gold Coast's recruit Teagan Levi speaks about the impact cross code signings have on the NRLW.
Crows’ All Australian contender among returning quartet
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks could have a quartet of players available after injuries, with an All Australian contender among them.
Australia’s doping plea as IOC lifts Russia athlete ban
The ban on Russian athletes competing at the Olympic Games, imposed in the wake of the invasion of Ukraine, has been provisionally lifted by the IOC.
Ex-Test spinner’s appeal turned down over drug supply
Former spin bowler Stuart MacGill has suffered a major courtroom blow after his appeal against a drug supply conviction was unanimously tossed out.
Israeli fire kills seven people in Gaza, medics say
Hamas and Israel continue to trade blame over truce violations in Gaza as Israeli strikes and gunfire kill seven people, including a child.
Russia launches third air attack on Kyiv in a week
Ukraine's capital has been pummelled again, as Volodymyr Zelenskiy pleads for more US-made interceptors ahead of meeting Donald Trump at the NATO summit.
Messi misses pen, inspires stunning Argentine comeback
Argentina have rallied from 2-0 down to beat Egypt 3-2 in the World Cup with Lionel Messi making one goal and scoring another having first missed a penalty.
Le Pen to run for president, French court shortens ban
Two years after a conviction for misusing funds, French far right leader Marine Le Pen has an electoral ban shortened, and announced she will run for president.
Accord to end war ‘over’ after Iranian strikes: Trump
Donald Trump considers the US-Iran ceasefire deal finished after a flare-up of hostilities, branding the Iranians "sick people" he doesn't want to deal with.
‘Years to come’: Munster eyes lengthy Maroons future
Queensland captain Cameron Munster has opened up on why he will keep playing for the Maroons so long as his competitive drive remains strong.