Iran demands changes in venue for US talks
The US military says it shot down an Iranian drone acting "aggressively" near its aircraft carrier in the Arabian Sea in self-defence.
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Peake performance can’t save Aussie teens in World Cup
Ollie Peake's captain's century wasn't enough to prevent Australia's Under 19s being dethroned as world champions as they lost by 27 runs to England.
Rogers leads Vics to big win with freak catch and runs
Tom Rogers reeled in a one-handed screamer to send Marnus Labuschagne packing before making 69 as Victoria beat Queensland by seven wickets in the One-Day Cup.
ALW coaching great Juric parts ways with Sydney
Ante Juric has stepped down as Sydney FC boss with immediate effect, leaving a legacy that includes six major trophies across an eight-year span.
Cummins reveals plan for returning from back injury
After a "minor setback" ruled Pat Cummins out of the T20 World Cup, the star Australia quick has revealed when he hopes to return to the field.
Aspiring Matildas bolter nets record move to Juventus
Annalise Rasmussen is nearing a maiden Matildas call-up after earning a move to Juventus following a stellar season for the Central Coast Mariners.
Injury casts doubt over Aussie star’s Winter Olympics
Australian aerials superstar Laura Peel has suffered an injury on the eve of the winter Games.
Wallabies’ surprise first opponents at Rugby World Cup
The fixtures for Australia's home Rugby World Cup next year have been revealed, with the hosts facing Hong Kong, New Zealand and Chile in the group stage.
Body cameras deployed to field officers in Minneapolis
US federal agents in Minneapolis will wear body cameras after the killing of two US citizens sparked weeks of protests about the immigration crackdown.
Clintons agree to testify in Epstein investigation
Bill and Hillary Clinton have agreed to comply with a US Congressional subpoena to testify about their relationship with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.
Trickle of Palestinians leave Gaza at Rafah crossing
Some 20,000 wounded and sick Palestinians are hoping to leave Gaza for medical treatment as Israeli authorities open the Rafah border crossing into Egypt.
Russia pounds Ukrainian energy facilities before talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says Russia has launched a major attack on Ukraine with around 450 drones and 70 missiles launched.
Rebels benched, jobs swapped in coalition peace offer
The Nationals are weighing a reconciliation deal proposed by the Liberals to restore the coalition after weeks of damaging infighting.
Treasurer announces first female head of ASIC
Former corporate lawyer Sarah Court will succeed Joe Longo as chair of the Australian Securities and Investments Commission.
Giddey among All-Star snubs, LeBron earns 22nd-straight
Australia's Josh Giddey has been overlooked for a NBA All-Stars berth but he wasn't the only big snub, while LeBron James made it 22-straight selections.
Foot injury sidelines new Lion for AFL season start
The Brisbane Lions have lost one of their star recruits to a stress fracture that will mean he misses the early rounds of their AFL title defence.
Tap-and-go: Super tweaks to speed up domestic rugby
A host of rule innovations will be introduced in this season's Super Rugby Pacific competition, designed to encourage faster play and reduce "dead time".
Major parties spend big but Clive Palmer goes larger
Billionaires bet big on major parties at the federal poll but the standout spender was Clive Palmer, despite failing to get any of his candidates elected.
Socceroo gambles on UK move ahead of World Cup
Mohamed Toure has potentially risked his near-certain World Cup spot by joining struggling English Championship side Norwich City.
‘Really cool’: Gunners’ Matildas help conquer the world
Matildas trio Caitlin Foord, Steph Catley and Kyra Cooney-Cross have enjoyed the perfect Asian Cup warm-up as they helped Arsenal become world champions.
Bad Bunny wins album of the year at the Grammys
Puerto Rican rapper Bad Bunny has won the Grammy for album of the year - the first time a Spanish-language record has taken home the top prize.
Israel reopens Rafah border crossing with limits
Israel has partially reopened the Rafah border crossing between Egypt and the Gaza Strip for limited passenger traffic.
Mary Fowler back in business on Man City’s landmark day
The Matildas have been given a huge boost with the return of Mary Fowler to action in the Women's Super League in England after her long injury absence.
Weary locals await closure as cops say Dezi likely dead
A small town's residents hope the long hunt for alleged cop killer Dezi Freeman is near its end after a detective said he believes the fugitive is dead.
‘I hate to lose’: Alcaraz reveals his relentless drive
Newly-crowned Australian Open champion Carlos Alcaraz has outlined his next big goals after becoming the youngest man to complete a career grand slam.
Door opens to coalition reunion as leader spill flops
Leaders of the former coalition partners are discussing a possible reunion as calls mount for solidarity after a failed leadership spill within the Nationals.
Australia crash to worst ever T20 defeat in Pakistan
Mitch Marsh's World Cup-bound Australian side have been whitewashed in their key warm-up T20 series, hammered in a record 3-0 capitulation to Pakistan.
‘Feels crazy’: Alcaraz seals historic grand slam
Spanish sensation Carlos Alcaraz has beaten Novak Djokovic in the Australian Open final to become the youngest man, at age 22, to complete a career grand slam.
Bendigo cop a coach spray as Lynx soar to easy win
Bendigo coach Kennedy Kereama has unleashed a big spray on his players during their insipid second-half collapse against the Perth Lynx.
Tassie import fires to all but book NBL play-in spot
David Johnson's seventh triple secured Tasmania's 91-89 defeat of New Zealand, who surged late in a game that carried heavy NBL finals significance.
Volkanovski equals record with UFC title defence
Alexander Volkanovski wants to fight in Australia again after retaining his UFC featherweight title on a record-setting day in Sydney.