China raises tariffs on US goods to 125 per cent
China is raising tariffs on US goods from 84 per cent to 125 per cent as the trade war unleashed by US President Donald Trump continues to escalate.
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Dutton on defensive over campaign as coalition bleeds
The opposition leader was forced to go on the defensive over the coalition's election campaign when he visited the one time Liberal stronghold of WA.
Deluded boy faces decade in custody for mum’s murder
A teenager who murdered his caring mother in cold blood as part of a deluded plan to take over Australia will spend at least 10 years behind bars.
Kestelman on verge of selling out of clubs amid NBL war
Larry Kestelman is on the cusp of selling his final shares in the NBL's clubs as a bitter stoush with Illawarra Hawks majority owner Jared Novelly continues.
AFL fines Cats’ Smith $1000 for flipping off fan
Geelong's Bailey Smith has been fined $1000 for misconduct over his double-"bird" salute to an Adelaide fan during the Gather Round opener.
Eels’ Lomax out for six weeks, racing clock for Origin
Zac Lomax is at long odds to play for NSW in State of Origin I after the Parramatta winger suffered a fractured foot in his side's win over St George Illawarra.
Star Hawthorn midfielder out for up to four months
High-flying Hawthorn have suffered a major blow with star midfielder Will Day to undergo foot surgery and expected to miss up to four months.
Reigning premiers Penrith find positives in form slump
The vibe remains positive at four-time reigning NRL premiers Penrith despite a losing streak that threatens to halt their NRL dynasty.
Mitchell at five-eighth, Townsend cut in halves changes
The NRL is preparing for a halves shake-up in round six as Penrith, the Sydney Roosters, Newcastle and South Sydney confirm key changes.
PM wins first election campaign debate against Dutton
Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton have clashed during the first leaders' debate ahead of the federal election, as the two fielded questions on cost of living.
Dominican Republican nightclub roof collapse kills 66
Almost 70 people have been killed and dozens injured after a roof collapsed at a packed nightclub in the Dominican Republic.
Australia looks to Asia, Europe amid US tariff turmoil
The prime minister has talked up regional opportunities as his government seeks to dispel fears of a recession following a tariff-induced market meltdown.
Day’s plan to catch Aussie prodigy in Webb of advice
An Olympics pep talk from Karrie Webb in Paris last year has kicked Min Woo Lee into gear, Jason Day believes ahead of their Masters assault.
Aussie Condon shines as Gators claim US college crown
West Australian basketballer Alex Condon has starred for the Florida Gators in their national college championship victory over the Houston Cougars.
Allen shows AFL can’t handle NRL-style moves: Marsh
Outgoing AFLPA boss Paul Marsh says the fallout from Oscar Allen's meeting with Sam Mitchell shows there is no incentive for players to announce moves early.
Pucovski retires due to ‘frightening’ concussion issues
One-Test opener Will Pucovski has officially ended his cricket career because of repeated concussions that resulted in "horrendous" symptoms.
Adelaide’s dual premiership AFLW coach Clarke to quit
Dual AFLW premiership coach Matthew Clarke will step down as Adelaide's coach at the end of next season.
Depleted Matildas reboot for South Korea friendly
Already without stars Ellie Carpenter and Hayley Raso, Matildas coach Tom Sermanni is doubtful Mackenzie Arnold will be fit to play against South Korea.
Petaia’s big gamble pays off as he signs NFL deal
Rugby union talent Jordan Petaia has signed a three-year deal with the NFL's Los Angeles Chargers after impressing at Florida's 10-week foreign player camp.
‘Remorseful’ Allen to continue as Eagles co-captain
Oscar Allen will continue as West Coast co-captain but the Eagles star says he is "remorseful" and "embarrassed" for meeting with Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell.
Latrell takes centre stage in powder keg grudge match
With age and time, Wayne Bennett says Latrell Mitchell has grown up as he prepares to make his NRL return for South Sydney against the Sydney Roosters.
Could be time to stop representative swaps: Bennett
Wayne Bennett has suggested changes to the eligibility system that will stop players running out in State of Origin and representing Tonga or Samoa.
NRL must remove grey areas in head-high tackle furore
Wayne Bennett wants the NRL to develop back-and-white rules based around concussion severity as a crackdown on head-high contact looms.
Power gun Butters, Dees’ Pickett back in AFL round four
Port Adelaide star Zak Butters and Melbourne livewire Kysaiah Pickett headline the high-profile inclusions for round four of the AFL season.
Late Kris stunner seals Raiders comeback over Cronulla
An otherwise dull second half exploded into life in the final seconds, as Sebastian Kris scored late to seal a famous 24-20 NRL win for Canberra over Cronulla.
Problem for Houston as Pies give Carlton the blues
Collingwood recruit Dan Houston could be in trouble for a high bump on Lachie Fogarty during the Magpies' hard-fought win over Carlton.
Search for flight MH370 suspended due to bad weather
Poor weather conditions have forced the renewed search for missing flight MH370 to be suspended until the end of the year, Malaysia's government says.
China retaliates in global trade war with tariffs on US
Beijing is slapping levies on all US products in retaliation to President Donald Trump as his tariffs rock world markets and fuel fears of a global downturn.
Pies’ Houston hit with another AFL ban over high bump
Dan Houston has been given a two-match suspension after he caught Lachie Fogarty with a high bump during Collingwood's win over arch-rivals Carlton.
Dutton approval rating plunges to worst level since becoming opposition leader
After a week of zipping across the nation in pursuit of votes, Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton have crossed paths on the campaign trail for the first time.
Freed Mokbel all smiles amid ‘very strong’ appeal case
Underworld figure Tony Mokbel walked out of court to applause, tasting freedom for the first time in 18 years before his long-awaited Lawyer X appeal.