Young avoids ban after copping sin-bin for high shot
Hudson Young was the first victim of the NRL's high-tackle crackdown after being sin-binned against Cronulla, but the Canberra forward has avoided a ban.
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Footy fans face tighter security after stadium gun find
Checks will be bolstered at AFL games after a "breakdown" in manual safety checks was blamed for two men allegedly bringing guns into the stadium.
South Korea’s Yoon removed from office over martial law
President Yoon Suk-yeol has apologised to his fellow South Koreans after a top court removed him from office over his ill-fated declaration of martial law.
Matildas defeat South Korea to kick off Asian Cup prep
Emily van Egmond has forced a South Korean own goal to help the Matildas secure a 1-0 over their Asian rivals in the first of two international friendlies.
Super funds hit in co-ordinated lump sum cyber hack
Trillions in superannuation funds have been targeted by hackers, but many funds attacked are reporting no losses as experts call for better security.
Piakura gets Broncos chance to prove Maroons star right
Brendan Piakura has been given the Brisbane starting back-row spot he craves and he has a fortnight to give coach Michael Maguire another selection headache.
Tszyu ready for torrid Spencer showdown as barbs fly
Tim Tszyu is full of respect for power-punching American Joey Spencer as he bids to restore his international reputation with a first win since 2023.
Eels have no regrets over letting Gutherson go
Clint Gutherson has been St George Illawarra's best player to start 2025, but a winless Parramatta insist letting their old captain go was the right call.
Wallabies playmaker signs Japan club deal
Wallabies flyhalf Noah Lolesio has signed to play rugby in Japan, with the Brumbies star now no longer a certainty to face the touring British and Irish Lions.
Lions keen to improve AFL starts but Fagan not worried
Brisbane have come from behind to win the first three games of their AFL premiership defence but are hoping for a stronger start against Richmond in round four.
Riccardi returns from ban as GWS mull forward mix
GWS forward Jake Riccardi has been recalled after serving his suspension, with coach Adam Kingsley shuffling the magnets for the clash with West Coast.
Doohan crashes, Piastri fastest in F1 practice in Japan
A high-speed crash suffered by Australian rookie Jack Doohan has marred practice for the Japanese Grand Prix as compatriot Oscar Piastri set the fastest time.
Reds let top spot slip in gritty loss to Chiefs
The Reds lost their top-of-the-table Super Rugby Pacific battle with the Chiefs on a wet Hamilton night 27-15, despite both sides scoring three times.
‘Uncharted territory’: Another shock loss for Penrith
Four-time reigning NRL premiers Penrith are in uncharted waters, suffering a 22-18 defeat to North Queensland and slumping to a 1-4 record to begin the season.
Magical Latrell display seals Souths win over Roosters
Latrell Mitchell has conjured more NRL magic to give South Sydney a 20-14 win over the Sydney Roosters.
Dangerfield stars as Geelong keep Demons winless
Geelong captain Patrick Dangerfield has starred in the Cats' gritty 39-point win against winless Melbourne at GHMBA Stadium.
‘He is him’: Walker left in awe of Latrell masterclass
There were no signs of rust for Latrell Mitchell as Cody Walker hailed the South Sydney star's bravery in their 20-14 win over the Sydney Roosters.
NRL treated state like ‘cash cow’: WA Premier
The NRL's chances of expanding into Perth have seemingly deteriorated further after the Western Australia premier hit out at the league over negotiations.
Fans wait, Ashcroft shines as Lions end Richmond hoodoo
Fans faced heightened security measures and Will Ashcroft produced another goal-of-the-year contender as Brisbane put Richmond to the sword at the MCG.
Lomax nails golden point to douse Gutho-fuelled Dragons
Zac Lomax has kicked Parramatta to their first win of 2025 with a golden-point field goal in the Eels' thrilling 23-22 victory over St George Illawarra.
Russian missile strike kills one, injures three in Kyiv
Russian missiles continue to rain down on Ukraine, including in the capital Kyiv, a day after a deadly strike on a playground in Volodymyr Zelenskiy's hometown.
US tariffs start as Trump hails ‘economic revolution’
A baseline 10 per cent levy announced by US President Donald Trump has begun being collected at ports of entry across the United States.
Titan Fa’asuamaleaui faces ban, coach talks a fine line
Gold Coast captain Tino Fa'asuamaleaui is one of three players facing a ban out of Saturday's NRL matches, after Des Hasler's complaints over an NRL crackdown.
Dellavedova set to join Brian Goorjian at NBL Kings
The Sydney Kings have reportedly won the race for Matthew Dellavedova in what shapes as the first big piece to fall in the NBL free agency window.
Tszyu back to his brutal best in TKO win over American
Former world champion Tim Tszyu has powered his way to a fourth-round TKO victory over American Joey Spencer in their super-welterweight showdown in Newcastle.
Sermanni unsure if Monday’s Matildas game is his last
The Matildas have been without a permanent head coach for eight months and interim Tom Sermanni doesn't know if Monday's game against South Korea is his last.
New-look Firebirds shake off Giants for opening win
In the headlines for all the wrong reasons over the off-season, the Queensland Firebirds have begun 2025 with a five-goal Super Netball win over the Giants.
Verstappen wins Japan GP, Aussie Piastri finishes third
Red Bull superstar Max Verstappen has secured a convincing win at the Japanese F1 Grand Prix from pole, holding off McLaren's Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri.
Lyon’s Saints prevail over ‘poor’ Port Adelaide
St Kilda coach Ross Lyon is proud of his side's spirit in a 17-point away victory against a fast-finishing Port Adelaide.
Hughes masterclass after hand surgery beats Manly
Melbourne have flexed their NRL premiership muscles, with halfback Jahrome Hughes having a field day to lead his side to a 48-24 flogging of Manly.
Victory grind past WSW to stay in ALW premiership race
Melbourne Victory have a top-two spot sealed and are two points shy of A-League Women leaders Melbourne City after beating Western Sydney 1-0.