One dead as Sri Lanka police fire on demos
One person has dead after Sri Lankan police used tear gas and opened fire on protesters as diesel prices jumped 64 per cent and petrol rose by 33 per cent.
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China-Solomons deal ‘deeply disappointing’
Australia has described a security deal between the Solomon Islands and China as deeply disappointing, with Labor criticising the government's response.
Russia seizes Ukrainian city of Kreminna
Kreminna, a city of 18,000 southeast of the capital Kyiv, has become the first to be captured by Russian forces in a new offensive in the east of Ukraine.
Bulldogs’ Hunter takes personal leave
The Western Bulldogs will be without Lachie Hunter for an indefinite period as the club's former vice-captain deals with personal issues.
China, Solomons ‘sign security pact’
A security pact between China and the Solomon Islands that has prompted concern from Australia and New Zealand has been signed, Beijing's foreign minister says.
AFL backs crackdown on umpire abuse
AFL football operations manager Brad Scott has declared it is imperative for the game's future to continue the crackdown on dissent shown towards umpires.
Ex-keeper Campbell suffers heart attack
Former Australia ODI wicketkeeper-batter Ryan Campbell is in intensive care in a London hospital after suffering a heart attack.
NRL star Mitchell in for surgery on knee
Latrell Mitchell has had surgery on his right knee with South Sydney confident it won't add to his time on the NRL sidelines due to a hamstring injury.
Allrounder Marsh hospitalised for COVID-19
Australian white-ball star Mitch Marsh has been hospitalised in India after contracting COVID-19 while playing in the Indian Premier League.
Rocket fired into Israel as tensions soar
Palestinian militants have fired a rocket into southern Israel - the first air strike of the year.
More signs of rate rise sooner than later
The Reserve Bank of Australia warns in the minutes of its April board meeting that rising inflation has brought forward the timing of a cash rate rise.
Russia steps up eastern Ukraine offensive
Ukraine's defences are being stretched along the eastern frontline as Russia steps up its military offensive to establish full control over the Donbas region.
Kerr and Bull claim Stawell Gift victories
Harrison Kerr and Carla Bull have claimed contrasting victories in the men's and women's Stawell Gifts.
Scans confirm Sloane’s AFL season is done
Adelaide will be without captain Rory Sloane for the rest of the AFL season after he suffered a serious knee injury during their win over Richmond.
Toledo takes down Aussies to win at Bells
Australian rookie Callum Robson and countryman Ethan Ewing are both assured of surviving the mid-season cut despite falling short of title glory at Bells Beach.
Aussie Tyler Wright rules at Bells Beach
Australian surfer Tyler Wright has won the WSL event at Bells Beach after beating five-time world champion Carissa Moore in the final.
Cruise ships return after two-year ban
Cruise liners are making a return to Australia's ports after a two-year absence triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic.
NRL approves Milford’s move to Newcastle
The NRL has registered Anthony Milford's Newcastle deal but it will make the former Brisbane star wait at least a month before he can return.
Second COVID case strikes Storm NRL ranks
Kenny Bromwich is the latest Melbourne player to contract COVID-19 and he will join his brother Jesse watching on for the Storm's NRL clash with Cronulla.
Cleary nears best after avoiding NRL ban
Nathan Cleary has avoided an NRL ban for dangerous contact on Billy Walters, with the Penrith star believing he's nearing his best again after shoulder surgery.
Labor MP Bowen tests positive to COVID
Labor MP Chris Bowen will self-isolate for the next seven days after he tested positive to COVID-19.
Root quits as England Test skipper
Joe Root has announced he is stepping down as England's Test captain.
WA Liberal Ben Small resigns from Senate
West Australian Liberal Ben Small has tendered his resignation from the Senate after discovering he is a dual citizen of New Zealand.
Australian golfing great Jack Newton dies
Jack Newton, an iconic figure in Australian golf as a player and commentator, has died at the age of 72.
Aussie Robson ends Fanning’s Bells cameo
Australian rookie Callum Robson ended Mick Fanning's quest for a record fifth Bells Beach WSL title while Stephanie Gilmore and Sally Fitzgibbons also exited.
Leaders contradicted in campaign ‘pause’
Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Labor leader Anthony have both been contradicted by members of their own sides during the Good Friday "pause" in campaigning.
Sydney penalised for ALM bench rule breach
Sydney FC's goal difference has taken a hit while they've been fined after they didn't include enough under-23 players on their bench in certain ALM games.
Angry NSWRL threaten ARLC over funds
The NSWRL have hit out at Peter V'landys, claiming they haven't heard from the ARLC chair since their election and threatening action if funding isn't resumed.
PM’s security detail in Tassie car crash
A security car in the prime minister's detail has rolled and crashed on a Tasmanian road, with officers taken to hospital for treatment.
Tudge staffer wants payout details freed
The former staffer of federal MP Alan Tudge wants to release the government from confidentiality over the settlement she received.
Tyrrell’s foster mum charged with lying
The foster mother of missing three-year-old boy William Tyrrell has been charged with giving false or misleading evidence to the NSW Crime Commission.