Accused killer faces court after young woman found dead
A man accused of killing a 21-year-old woman will remain in custody as police seek to analyse months of CCTV footage.
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Kangaroos coach makes Tedesco vow, explains Walsh pick
The door remains open for James Tedesco to dislodge Reece Walsh as Australia's first-choice fullback, Kangaroos coach Kevin Walters says.
Pacific head rebukes Australia’s focus on pre-COP costs
Tuvalu's climate minister says he was "very happy" with pre-COP attendance, but alarmed by new fossil fuel projects being green-lit in Australia.
Expert rejects killer cop’s ‘impossible’ gunshot theory
A theory promoted by Beau Lamarre-Condon's lawyer about how one of his alleged murder victims died has been rejected by a ballistics expert.
Prisoner’s landmark egg freezing win in High Court
The High Court has opened the door to more women freezing their eggs behind bars after it overturned a state's decision banning a prisoner from the procedure.
Selection headaches loom as Matildas thrash Haiti
Leticia McKenna starred with two goals as the Matildas rebounded from a poor loss with a big win over Haiti as they prepare for next year's World Cup.
World prays for Pope after lung cancer diagnosis
Pope Leo has spent a peaceful night in hospital after undergoing surgery, with global leaders and the faithful offering prayers for the recovering pontiff.
Young Crow left in lurch as AFL trade deadline passes
Nick Murray has been stranded at Adelaide as Keidean Coleman, Jack Viney and Trent Rivers found new homes at the death in the AFL trade period.
Ruthless Australia start road run with a big win
Josh Hazlewood's six-wicket haul has carried Australia to a resounding 214-run win in the first Test against South Africa in Durban.
Don’t become the status quo, treasurer warns Labor
Despite Labor losing political paint over its budget tax changes, the treasurer says the only way to see off One Nation is to continue the hard work of reform.
Walsh wins Kangaroos nod as Kiwis reveal stacked pack
Reece Walsh has edged out James Tedesco for Australia's fullback role as he goes head to head with New Zealand debutant Kalyn Ponga.
Saudi attacks raise fresh concerns over Asian Cup
The Houthi rebel attacks on Saudi Arabia's main airport have cast fresh doubt on the likelihood of next year's Asian Cup going ahead as scheduled.
More rate hikes loom as inflation tops rich nation list
Australia's inflation rate is forecast to remain above the Reserve Bank's target range amid rising oil, tech and agricultural prices.
‘Very comfortable’: Roos defend trade for ‘sorry’ Swan
After pulling off one of their biggest trades, North Melbourne won't say if Nick Blakey gave assurances about his role in the Pullman Hotel scandal.
‘Abhorrent’: PM slams plans for US execution livestream
Anthony Albanese is considering all options to prevent Australians from being exposed to the "completely abhorrent" proposed livestream of a US execution.
Matt the Bat becomes Matt the Ball with win in sight
Australia are six wickets away from a series-opening victory in Durban, after South Africa slumped to 4-102 in pursuit of an unlikely target of 421.
New Dog Butters mulled making AFL exit public in-season
After his mega move to the Western Bulldogs, Zac Butters has declared he sees a future where AFL players publicly confirm their intention to leave in season.
Effort to keep young girl from mum’s cult ‘stonewalled’
Before a young girl died, medical experts warned she faced "extreme risk" if returned to a mother whose religious beliefs forbade insulin, a coroner has heard.
Holbrook earns reward for Knights grand final charge
Newcastle have extended the contract of coach Justin Holbrook following the club's return to the NRL grand final.
Kids, longtime fans inspired Powderfinger reunion tour
Powderfinger have unveiled the dates for an 18-concert reunion tour, and revealed that band members wanted their kids to see them play live onstage.
One killed as Houthis launch fresh attacks on airports
At least one person has been killed and 11 other people have been injured in another attack by Yemen's Houthis on Saudi's international airport in Riyadh.
Trump blindsides Ukraine with ‘energy ceasefire’ post
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskiy admits he was blindsided by Donald Trump's surprise announcement on social media of an 'energy ceasefire' with Russia.
Verstappen roars to Singapore win as Piastri bags fifth
Max Verstappen has stormed to a comfortable victory at the Singapore F1 Grand Prix but Australia's Oscar Piastri claimed a battling fifth place for McLaren.
Lightning strikes twice for Smith but darkness an issue
Australia have a clear advantage in the first Test against South Africa in Durban, but early sunsets could leave them in a hurry to set up a victory in time.
Hot-shooting Taipans tame Hawks in NBL
Dark horse Cairns have made it three consecutive wins, knocking down 18 three-pointers to see off the plucky Illawarra by 10 points in Wollongong.
Tears flow as Kostecki takes shock Bathurst 1000 crown
Brodie Kostecki has won his second Bathurst 1000, prevailing at Mount Panorama after rival Anton De Pasquale ran out of fuel while leading on the last lap.
Blues duo discharged after hospital treatment
AFL club Carlton says players Will Hayward and Lachie Cowan's trips to hospital this weekend stemmed from separate incidents.
India braces for second day of major protests
India's capital of Delhi is bracing for a second day of protests after the leader of the "Cockroach" youth movement was released from custody.
Attack on Saudi airport kills 12, wounds more than 300
Saudi Arabia's international airport at Riyadh's is closed after a missile attack on the passenger terminal that killed 12 people and wounded more than 300.
‘Four-in-one’: Kipchoge sets Melbourne race record
Two-time Olympic champion Eliud Kipchoge has claimed his first marathon victory in three years, delighting the crowd with a race-record run in Melbourne.
Pennsylvania shooter killed 8 people, then himself
Two children and a pregnant woman are among the victims of a mass shooting that's left nine people dead in the US state of Pennsylvania.