Gene Hackman likely died nine days before he was found
Preliminary autopsy results didn't determine how Gene Hackman and his wife died, but did rule out that they were killed by carbon monoxide poisoning.
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Warriors seek stability in post-Shaun Johnson era
The Warriors have resisted temptation to experiment with their halves combination to begin the post-Shaun Johnson era in the NRL.
PM backs Ukraine following Trump Oval Office clash
Australia's prime minister has joined other world leaders in reaffirming support for Ukraine following a showdown between its leader and the US president.
Oloapu in NRL limbo after release from Bulldogs
Gun halves prospect Karl Oloapu has been released from his contract at Canterbury and now faces an uncertain road back to the NRL.
Kernick back as Brigginshaw warns of aggressive English
Olivia Kernick's high-profile exile from the Jillaroos side is over, with the Dally M Medallist recalled to the starting side by interim coach Jess Skinner.
Bali Nine member walks on decades-old ‘joyride’ charge
A Bali Nine member has avoided punishment for "joyriding" two decades ago, just before he was locked up in an Indonesian prison over the notorious drug plot.
Sharks speedster has unfinished business with the USA
Cronulla winger Ronaldo Mulitalo has promised to play rugby league for the USA again, positioning him to become the country's greatest-ever player.
Hopoate wins Manly wing spot, set to extend deal
Lehi Hopoate will start the season on the wing for Manly, leaving Tommy Talau and Jason Saab fighting for one spot in the Sea Eagles' hotly-contested backline.
Tszyu braces for the fight of his life in boxing return
Australian boxing star Tim Tszyu knows his career will be in tatters if he loses for a third straight time after agreeing to fight American Joey Spencer.
Longmuir to coach Dockers without AFL contract
Justin Longmuir will remain as Fremantle coach with no end date in sight after striking a new employment agreement with the AFL club.
Treasurer to push for tariff exemption in US meeting
As superannuation giants attempt to build ties with US investors in Washington, Treasurer Jim Chalmers will try to secure a tariff deal with his US counterpart.
Panthers lose To’o, make surprise call at No.6
Jack Cole has been handed Jarome Luai's old No.6 jersey for their season opener in Las Vegas, while Chanel Harris-Tavita has won out as Warriors five-eighth.
Australia’s Champions Trophy clash with SA washed out
Persistent rain in Pakistan has forced the abandonment of the Champions Trophy clash between Australia and South Africa, throwing Group B wide open.
Kako, Caddy lead young Bombers to AFL win over Cats
Essendon's top draft pick Isaac Kako kicked four goals and the Bombers' pressure was impressive as they beat Geelong by 21 points in their AFL pre-season match.
Underlying inflation up but good news on housing, rents
Fresh inflation figures should help convince the Reserve Bank to cut rates again in May, despite a slight uptick in underlying price growth, economists say.
Pope resting after quiet night in hospital: Vatican
Pope Francis has had a quiet night in hospital and is resting, the Vatican says, as the pontiff remains in a critical condition battling double pneumonia.
Social media, travel ban for nurse in anti-Israel video
A nurse at the centre of a widely condemned anti-Israel video has been bailed on charges of making violent threats amid a "very complex" investigation.
Dragons land Supercars right-hand man as new CEO
Tim Watsford will take over from Ryan Webb as St George Illawarra's new CEO, after announcing he will leave his post as Supercars chief operating officer.
Healy out of NZ tour, but backed to play in World Cup
Alyssa Healy has been told to rest her injured foot for the ODI World Cup later this year, with the captain left out of Australia's T20 squad for New Zealand.
‘Not smart’ for Sharks to offer me long deals: McInnes
A selfless Cameron McInnes says Cronulla would be taking a risk by offering him multi-year contracts going forward.
Player, coach and CEO: Bulldogs club great Hagan dies
Bob Hagan, the only man to serve as a chief executive, coach and player at NRL club Canterbury, has died at the age of 85.
Sermanni slams ‘outrageous’ on-air Matildas criticism
Interim Matildas coach Tom Sermanni has hit out at radio host Marty Sheargold for "outrageous" comments, with Triple M since parting ways with the broadcaster.
Toe injury rules out ‘Ferrari’ Suaalii for Waratahs
A toe injury means code-hopping superstar Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii will miss the NSW Waratahs' Super Rugby Pacific clash with the Fijian Drua.
Spinner Kuhnemann’s bowling action cleared by ICC
Test spinner Matt Kuhnemann has been cleared after his bowling action was deemed legal by global cricket authorities following biomechanical testing.
Daicos stars, recruits impress as Pies beat Tigers
Nick Daicos appears set to kick his game up another gear in 2025 after starring in Collingwood's 83-point pre-season win over Richmond.
‘Hugely relieved’: Sam Burgess cleared for Las Vegas
NRL legend Sam Burgess has overcome visa dramas so will travel to Las Vegas and coach English club Warrington in rugby league's showpiece event.
Ankle pain, personal views behind Starc’s withdrawal
Mitchell Starc's decision to skip the Champions Trophy was about prioritising the World Test Championship final, while "personal views" also played a part.
Afghans KO England in Champs Trophy, now aim at Aussies
Afghanistan have knocked England out of the tournament in a Champions Trophy sensation -- and will now seek to do the same to Australia.
Seaplane engine tear-down could offer fatal crash clues
The engine of a seaplane that crashed near a tourist island, killing three passengers, will be deconstructed in the hope it will shed light on the cause.
NRL defends Trump’s Vegas invite after charity backlash
White Ribbon called the NRL "tone deaf" for inviting Donald Trump to its Las Vegas fixtures, but the league's chief executive disagrees with the charity.
Football Australia want Matildas coach by mid-year
Matildas interim coach Tom Sermanni will coach at least two more games, but Football Australia want a permanent head coach in place by mid-year.