Russia, Ukraine starting talks on ceasefire: Trump
US President Donald Trump says Russia and Ukraine will "immediately" begin truce talks after what he described as an "excellent" call with Vladimir Putin.
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Debt piles up as public service faces $3b budget cut
Taxpayers are set to foot the bill as interest on debt eats a $29-million-a-day hole in a state budget, despite public service job cuts and higher tax revenue.
Support for ‘fighter’ Joe Biden after cancer diagnosis
Joe Biden and wife Jill have thanked supporters for "lifting us up with love and support" after the former US president revealed a prostate cancer diagnosis.
Reds hunt rare feat in top-four Super Rugby battle
With an ugly record in Canberra, Queensland captain Tate McDermott has declared the clash with the Brumbies crucial to their hopes of hosting a Super final.
Freo players right behind Longmuir ahead of crunch game
Fremantle's hopes of challenging for the flag are already on thin ice, and they face a tough three weeks with games against GWS, Port Adelaide and Gold Coast.
Lions welcome back Keidean Coleman from ACL tear
It's been 14 months since Keidean Coleman graced an AFL field, but he will make his long-awaited return when Brisbane host Melbourne at the Gabba on Sunday.
Lomax makes strong NSW case as Eels belt dismal Knights
Parramatta have put Newcastle to the sword, with Zac Lomax starring on return from injury and Dylan Brown in form against the side he will join next year.
Clinical City beat United to close on ALM grand final
Melbourne City have beaten Western United 3-0 in their first semi-final leg to put themselves in pole position to reach the A-League Men grand final.
Nawaqanitawase ‘hurting’ after superb try goes in vain
Canterbury have proved they are among the NRL's comeback kings, after Mark Nawaqanitawase's must-see try counted for little in the Sydney Roosters' 24-20 loss.
Russia jails Australian man for fighting for Ukraine
Russia has jailed Melbourne teacher Oscar Jenkins for 13 years for fighting with Ukrainian forces, prosecutors in occupied Ukraine say.
Man who stabbed Rushdie sentenced to 25 years in prison
Hadi Matar, who was convicted of stabbing Salman Rushdie in 2022, has been sentenced to serve 25 years in prison.
‘Dominant’ discus dynamo Denny’s Doha Diamond delight
Australia's Olympic bronze medallist Matthew Denny has won the discus at his first Diamond League meeting of the year in Doha.
Vegas misses jackpot amid high drama at Quail Hollow
Venezuelan Jhonattan Vegas has retained a two-shot lead after the PGA Championship second round as world No.1 Scottie Scheffler made his move at Quail Hollow.
Israel strikes kill 146 Palestinians in Gaza: officials
Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip have intensified, killing dozens of Palestinians, health officials report.
Lomax desperate for Origin on rollercoaster day for NSW
Zac Lomax admits it would sting to miss selection for NSW, while coach Laurie Daley has been left with fresh headaches after a chaotic day in the NRL.
AFL in shock as tributes flow for ex-Eagle Adam Selwood
West Coast great John Worsfold has led tributes to Eagles premiership star Adam Selwood, who has died just three months after his twin brother Troy passed away.
McRae in tears as Magpies win amid ‘horrible sadness’
Collingwood coach Craig McRae broke down in a press conference after his side's hard-fought 10-point win over Adelaide following Adam Selwood's tragic death.
Swans duo banned over high hits on Blues defenders
Sydney's Joel Amartey has been banned for three games after his bump concussed Carlton's Jordan Boyd, while Justin McInerney has copped a one-match ban.
Sheer perfection as Jok nets 61 as Mavs douse Firebirds
The Melbourne Mavericks have snapped their two-match losing streak after powering to a 71-64 win over the Queensland Firebirds on the back of some hot shooting.
Caslick scores, Wallaroos defy ugly incident in USA win
Charlotte Caslick has scored her first Wallaroos try in a 27-19 defeat of the US that finished with an Eagle red-carded for an incident described as "thuggery".
Undermanned Sharks show premiership might to beat Storm
Craig Fitzgibbon has lauded Cronulla's 31-26 win over Melbourne as among the best in his time at the club after the Sharks prevailed with two men on the bench.
Brumbies fend off Reds again to hit top Super spot
The Brumbies have extended their winning streak over the Queensland Reds to five, their 10-point win in Canberra significant with two rounds to play.
Russia launches war’s largest drone attack: Ukraine
Russia has launched the war's largest drone attack, Ukraine says, after peace talks between the two countries failed to secure a ceasefire agreement.
Happy Plappy! Aussie star solos to glory at the Giro
Luke Plapp has earned a supreme victory at the Giro d'Italia, soloing with 46km to go on stage eight to earn the second Australian win in the 108th edition.
Oscar Piastri’s dream run continues with Imola pole
Oscar Piastri shows no signs of relenting in his ever more convincing world championship push as he took pole at the Emlia-Romagna Grand Prix at Imola.
Scheffler takes charge with PGA Championship clinic
After bad weather delayed the start of the third round of the PGA Championship, it didn't take long for world No.1 Scottie Scheffler to stir on 'moving day'.
Austria’s JJ wins Eurovision crown with Wasted Love
Austria's JJ has won the Eurovision Song Contest with the pop-opera song Wasted Love, finishing ahead of Israeli singer Yuval Raphael.
Pope urges unity for divided church in landmark mass
Pope Leo XIV has been installed as leader of the Catholic Church in a ceremony in Rome witnessed by tens of thousands, including royals and world leaders.
Papenhuyzen learns fate as he and Mulitalo clear air
Warriors co-captain James Fisher-Harris is facing a one-match suspension for a high tackle, Melbourne star Ryan Papenhuyzen fared better.
Veteran’s season on the line when surfing resumes
Sally Fitzgibbons is one of six Australian surfers who must contest the elimination round at the Margaret River Pro, which is on hold for two days.
‘Big Foot’ Zurhaar fires as Kangas break MCG drought
Cam Zurhaar overcame a foot injury to kick four crucial goals as North Melbourne beat Richmond by four points to secure their first MCG triumph in eight years.