Finland joins NATO, Russia threatens ‘countermeasures’
Finland has officially joined the NATO alliance in a historic realignment of Europe's post-Cold War landscape triggered by Moscow's invasion of Ukraine.
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Trump pleads not guilty to criminal charges in New York
Betraying little emotion, former US President Donald Trump has pleaded not guilty to 34 criminal charges in a Manhattan courthouse.
Libs lose their voice and say ‘no’ to Indigenous vote
The Liberal Party will oppose an Indigenous voice in the constitution, but support a revised referendum to recognise Indigenous people and a legislated voice.
Ardern exits politics with climate rallying call
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern has finished her parliamentary career with a rousing call for commitment on climate change.
RBA boss eyes more rate hikes, ‘way too early’ for cuts
The Reserve Bank has kept interest rates on hold, but governor Philip Lowe says there's a good chance the central bank will need to fire off more increases.
Cleo kidnapper jailed over little girl’s horror ordeal
The man who admitted abducting four-year-old Cleo Smith from her family's West Australian campsite has been sentenced to more than 11 years in prison.
Trump charged with 34 counts in hush money scheme
Donald Trump has pleaded not guilty in a historic court appearance to allegations he conspired to use hush payments to illegally influence the 2016 US election.
Wests Tigers apologise, re-design Anzac jersey
Wests Tigers have chosen to re-design their Anzac Day jersey which used a stock image of American soldiers rather than Australian servicemen.
Sharks’ Rudolf set for three-month injury absence
Cronulla prop Toby Rudolf is set to miss the next three months of the NRL season after having surgery on his toe.
Union boss’ estranged wife in court on kill plot charge
The estranged wife of construction union boss John Sekta has faced court over allegations she conspired to murder him.
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Queensland, SA to ban TikTok on government devices
Queensland and South Australia will ban the use of TikTok on government devices amid security concerns but politicians are planning to keep their accounts.
Finucane, Niukore, Okunbor accept NRL hip-drop bans
Cronulla captain Dale Finucane, Warriors second-rower Marata Niukore and Canterbury winger Jayden Okunbor have all pleaded guilty to hip-drop tackles.
Panthers re-sign NRL premiership prop Moses Leota
New Zealand international prop forward Moses Leota has re-signed with Penrith in a major boost for the reigning premiers.
Owen Wright forced to wait for Bells Beach swansong
Owen Wright's Bells Beach farewell is on hold for at least a day, with the the Rip Curl Pro having a lay day because of the conditions.
Australia, China ramp up talks over easing trade bans
A round of trade talks is being held between Australian and Chinese officials as Canberra works to ease diplomatic tensions with Beijing.
Leifer sexual abuse verdicts bittersweet for sisters
A jury has found former ultra-Orthodox Jewish principal Malka Leifer guilty of 18 sexual abuse charges against two former students at the Adass Israel School.
Wright feeling blessed ahead of Bells Beach swansong
Australian surfing star Owen Wright will compete for the last time at Bells Beach and says he feels lucky, despite his well-publicised head health issues.
Big Bash gets massive boost in bid to lure best talent
The Big Bash League's salary cap will increase to $3 million as part of cricket's new pay deal, while women's salaries will also sky rocket under the agreement.
Judge asks indecisive Jarryd Hayne jury to persevere
With jurors in Jarryd Hayne's sexual assault trial unable to reach a unanimous verdict after 17 hours, a judge has urged perseverance in the deliberations.
NRL dismisses suggestions of hip-drop crackdown
The NRL's policing of the hip-drop tackle has been criticised as overly zealous, but the league insists it did not plan to crack down on the shot in round five.
Australian officials to travel to China for trade talks
Senior trade officials will travel to China to continue talks as Australia continues to push for the removal of unofficial sanctions.
Courtney bumped off podium after wild Supercars race
Brodie Kostecki has broken through for the first win of his Supercars career after race two at the Australian Grand Prix ended under the safety car.
Penrith down sorry Canberra in NRL thrashing
Canberra have slumped into a 1-4 hole to start their NRL campaign, smashed 53-12 on their home patch against Penrith on Friday night.
Storm finding their feet with 18-10 win over Souths
Melbourne can thank their goal-line defence and the efforts of their halves for a hard-fought 18-10 defeat of South Sydney.
Magpies ponder next ruck move with Cameron sidelined
Coach Craig McRae says Collingwood must get creative to solve their ruck shortage after confirmation Darcy Cameron will be sidelined for a significant period.
Verstappen takes pole at Australian F1 grand prix
Red Bull's Max Verstappen has set a series of records at Albert Park as local hope Oscar Piastri struggled in Australian Formula One Grand Prix qualifying.
ABC calls Labor win in historic Aston by-election
The ABC's Antony Green has called the Aston by-election for Labor, which has seized the federal seat from the Liberals with a predicted six per cent swing.
Kostecki keeps Supercars win after investigation
Erebus driver Brodie Kostecki has collected a second Supercars win in as many days after a wild 13-lap sprint around the Australian Grand Prix circuit.
Keane double secures ALW win for Western United
American striker Hannah Keane has taken the lead in the race for the ALW golden boot with a double in Western United's 2-1 win over Western Sydney Wanderers.
Sea Eagles and Knights play out 12-try NRL draw
Nothing could separate Manly and Newcastle in round five of the NRL as they played out the first draw since round three of 2020.
Dragons breathe fire to give Dolphins NRL reality check
St George Illawarra have put aside a turbulent start to the NRL season with a 38-12 win over the Dolphins in Wollongong.