Putin declares victory in Ukraine region
Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared victory in the Ukrainian region of Luhansk, after Ukrainian forces retreated from the city of Lysychansk.
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Cash pays out on Kyrgios accusing tennis ace of abuse and cheating
Pat Cash has led the scathing attacks on the behaviour of Nick Kyrgios at Wimbledon, saying his fellow Aussie is dragging the game down to new depths.
Charges over fatal COVID aged care cluster
WorkSafe Victoria has charged St Basil's Homes for the Aged with nine breaches of occupational health and safety law over its COVID-19 management.
Pie Darcy Moore receives good news on knee
Collingwood defender Darcy Moore has avoided a dreaded ACL tear, but it remains to be seen how long he will be sidelined for.
Haas out of Origin as Blues bank on McLean
Payne Haas won't play for NSW in State of Origin III with Jordan McLean named to replace him in the series decider at Suncorp Stadium.
Thousands evacuate as Sydney rivers rise
More ADF troops are on the way and the SES is anticipating another busy night, as western Sydney's Hawkesbury-Nepean region is once again inundated by floods.
PM pledges more Ukraine aid during visit
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced more sanctions on Russia and military aid for Ukraine during a high security visit to the war-torn country.
Albanese walks among Ukraine destruction
Photos have emerged showing Anthony Albanese walking through streets in Ukraine, viewing damaged buildings and vehicles.
Carbon credits review to examine integrity
The federal government has announced an independent review of the Australian Carbon Credit Units scheme to be led by former chief scientist Professor Ian Chubb.
No easy decision on subs deal: Marles
Richard Marles said there was not an obvious choice as to whether Australia would choose US or UK-made nuclear submarines under AUKUS.
Recovery head steps down amid overhaul
Disaster recovery head Shane Stone will step down from the role as the government announces plans to create a new agency.
COVID-19 case hits Sri Lanka’s Test team
Sri Lanka have been hit by a COVID-19 case inside their Test camp with veteran Angelo Mathews testing positive to the virus and removed from the Galle match.
Australia thrash Sri Lanka in Galle Test
Australia have secured a 10-wicket win in the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle after bowling the hosts out for 113 in their second innings.
Lions’ Hipwood sent directly to tribunal
Brisbane Lions forward Eric Hipwood's perplexing incident with Western Bulldogs defender Ryan Gardner and an umpire has been referred to the tribunal.
Aurukun portrait wins national photo prize
Photographer Wayne Quilliam has won the National Photographic Portrait Prize with an image of an Aurukun man about to dance in a ceremony.
Knights winger Lee puts Titans to sword
A record five tries to Edrick Lee has helped Newcastle end an NRL losing streak at home after the Knights accounted for Gold Coast 38-12.
Panthers hold off spirited Roosters
The Sydney Roosters pushed Penrith on Friday night but couldn't do enough to secure a win against the defending premiers.
Wounded St Kilda snap AFL losing run
St Kilda have recaptured their early-season AFL form, ending a three-game losing run with a pulsating 15-point triumph over Carlton at Marvel Stadium.
Assange lodges appeal on US extradition
Julian Assange's brother says the WikiLeaks founder has appealed to the UK High Court to block his extradition to the US.
On-song Djokovic set to hear ‘C’mon Tim!’
Champ Novak Djokovic has demolished fellow Serb Miomir Kecmanovic to set up a clash with a new Wimbledon hero who goes by the name of 'Tim'.
Munster to stick with Storm for 2023
Cameron Munster has pledged his commitment to the Storm for 2023 despite being hotly pursued by new NRL club the Dolphins.
Rain ramps up Sydney flood evacuations
Rising water levels are causing residents across southwest Sydney to evacuate their homes as heavy rain continues to bring increased flood danger in NSW.
Sharks down Dogs to claim NRL win in wet
Cronulla have posted an 18-6 win over Canterbury at a rain-soaked CommBank Stadium in a further boost to their NRL top-four claims.
Melbourne down Adelaide, stay top of AFL
Melbourne's Christian Petracca has dominated with three goals in a 29-point AFL win over Adelaide.
Mitchell pulls pin on Origin III selection
South Sydney fullback Latrell Mitchell says he doesn't want to be considered for State of Origin selection despite getting through his NRL comeback unscathed.
Wallabies shock England in first Test
The Wallabies have broken an eight-game losing streak against old foe England, overcoming injuries and a send-off to earn a 30-28 victory in their Perth Test.
Pressure builds on Noble after Cats’ romp
Geelong have destroyed North Melbourne by 112 points, their biggest losing margin this season, to heap more pressure on Kangaroos coach David Noble.
Kubler into last 16 in dream Wimbledon
Aussie qualifier Jason Kubler has continued his dream Wimbledon run, moving into the last 16 after finally subduing Jack Sock in the 2022 event's longest match.
De Minaur, Tomljanovic win at Wimbledon
Australia's two top-ranked tennis stars Alex de Minaur and Ajla Tomljanovic have both advanced to the fourth round at Wimbledon.
Swiatek beaten in Wimbledon sensation
Iga Swiatek has been knocked out of Wimbledon in the biggest shock of the tournament, losing to Frenchwoman Alize Cornet after 37 straight wins.
Kyrgios beats Tsitsipas at Wimbledon
Nick Kyrgios has taken out Greek fourth seed Stefanos Tsitsipas in a fractious third-round encounter to storm into the last 16 at Wimbledon.