Wife ‘had enough’ before butchering and binning husband
A woman says a lifetime of being spat at by her husband led her to kill him, dismember his body and dispose of it in bin bags which she scattered.
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Sunday dinner massacre, US man kills eight relatives
Four generations of a US family have been gunned down as they gathered for Sunday dinner, just weeks after a man was asked to move out of the home.
Aussie quartet progress in US Open qualifying
Bernard Tomic has come up short in his latest bid to make another grand slam main draw, though four Australians did progress in qualifying at Flushing Meadows.
Iran and Oman discuss temporary Hormuz corridor
Oman and Iran are discussing opening a temporary lane through the Strait of Hormuz as Tehran broadcasts a video discussing a plot to assassinate Barron Trump.
‘Irreplaceable’: tributes after Dolly Parton dies at 80
The world is remembering the legacy of Dolly Parton, one of the most beloved and best-selling female artists, after she died of cancer at age 80.
‘Told me everything’: top cop reflects on darkest hour
A police chief has described seeing the colour drain from the face of a staffer as he learned two officers had been gunned down at a regional property.
Banks tipping November rate hike after ‘hot’ inflation
Despite headline inflation falling to 3.5 per cent - the lowest level since November - an above-expectations result adds to the case for more rate hikes.
All-Australian nod lifts ruck great into rare air
Minor premiers Fremantle led the league with five All-Australian selections but all eyes were on record-breaking Melbourne skipper Max Gawn.
Bulldogs breakthrough: Canterbury lock in star forward
Jacob Preston's future has finally been decided at Canterbury, with the star second-rower joining Stephen Crichton as the longest locked-in Bulldog.
Souths star named to make long-awaited NRL return
South Sydney superstar Latrell Mitchell is set to play his first NRL game since mid-May, for the Rabbitohs against Gold Coast in round 26.
Penrith star’s talks on hold after ‘productive’ meeting
Penrith star Liam Martin will wait until after the NRL finals to resume talks on his future, after his management met with Panthers bosses about a new deal.
‘Perfect storm’: builder collapses, buyers in lurch
Insolvency experts have been called in to help rescue a major property developer which has thousands of homes to build across three states.
Goosebumps: Arrow get 100th Rabbitohs game swansong
Jai Arrow, who retired with motor neurone disease this year, will reach 100 South Sydney games as part of a unique initiative by the NRL and Rabbitohs.
Celebrity agent cries as jailed for ‘abhorrent’ rape
Entertainment industry figure Ralph Carr will be in custody for at least four years after a jury found him guilty of raping a younger woman.
Essendon outline plan for Hird after head coach snub
Essendon's new coach Mark McVeigh says he will speak with James Hird about a potential role at the AFL club ahead of the 2027 season.
‘Clear standout’: Bombers confirm McVeigh as new coach
Essendon have confirmed Mark McVeigh will be their new AFL senior coach ahead of candidates including James Hird, ending a tumultuous selection process.
‘Trying to decide’: Butters on move, King leaves Suns
Zak Butters has told Port Adelaide he wants to return to Victoria, with Ben King doing likewise at Gold Coast, in moves with massive trade implications.
Penrith negotiations may go on backburner in title tilt
Contract talks have dominated the headlines at Penrith all year, but coach Ivan Cleary says it is almost time to put them on hold ahead of the finals.
Gawn to make history as Dockers dominate All-Aust squad
Max Gawn is poised to become the first nine-time All-Australian while minor premiers Fremantle have dominated the extended squad.
Burton fine with switch as Bulldogs reel with illness
Canterbury's preparations for a must-win clash with Penrith have been disrupted with10 players missing training with COVID-19.
‘Trying to decide’: Butters on move after leaving Port
Zak Butters has told Port Adelaide he wants to return to Victoria in a long-expected move with massive trade implications.
WNBL could have Brisbane team as soon as next season
The WNBL's chief operating officer has outlined plans for expansion, with a Brisbane team likely to enter the basketball league as soon as next season.
Fremantle to launch AFL premiership bid on a Thursday
The AFL has released the finals fixture, confirming Fremantle's hotly-anticipated qualifying final against Hawthorn will be on a Thursday night.
Star Bulldog has no qualms about MCG wildcard clash
The Western Bulldogs must play their wildcard game against lower-ranked Collingwood at the MCG and off a shorter break, but Ed Richards won't complain.
Time ticking as NRL veterans fight to extend careers
More than 60 NRL players still face uncertain futures beyond October, with Jack de Belin among those adamant he is still good enough to play on into 2027.
Bird flu could wipe out endangered sea lion population
An Australian marine mammal could go extinct if H5 bird flu spreads to local colonies, after authorities flagged a second seal has likely contracted the virus.
PNG Chiefs make bond with Manu as their big 007 signing
Joey Manu has become the latest high-profile player to sign with the PNG Chiefs, with the rugby union convert to return to the NRL in 2028 at the new club.
Swans crisis: AFL boss denies league has culture issue
AFL boss Andrew Dillon has launched the finals with a strongly-worded statement, also noting five Sydney players won't be invited to Brownlow medal night.
Norris wins again but Piastri off the pace at Dutch GP
Lando Norris says the fight's back on for the world title after his Dutch Grand Prix win, but on the track where he won in 2025, Oscar Piastri was an also-ran.
Drone attack kills two children in Russia’s Krasnodar
Drone debris have hit a childcare centre in southern Russia, killing two children and injuring nine others, the local governor says.
Watson takes jaw-dropping mark as Hawks crush Eagles
Nick Watson took a mark-of-the-year contender before injuring his hand in Hawthorn's dominant victory over West Coast at a wet Optus Stadium.