HK media tycoon Jimmy Lai sentenced to 20 years’ jail
A Hong Kong court has sentenced media tycoon and pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai to 20 years in prison, in a China-imposed national security case.
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NZ mosque shooter’s bid to have convictions overturned
Brenton Tarrant, the Australian man responsible for New Zealand's deadliest mass shooting, has appeared in a Wellington court in a bid to appeal his conviction.
AFL players’ millionaires club more than doubles
A few days after Chris Fagan expressed concern about St Kilda's big spending, the AFL has released figures that outline how much the top stars are earning.
St Kilda star injured again, Port ruck’s season over
The only positive for one of the AFL's most injury-cursed players is that his latest setback isn't the knee problem that kept him out all of last year.
Aussies snowboarders go big to make Olympic final
Australia will have two snowboarders in the women's big air Olympic final for the first time with Meila Stalker and Tess Coady in the hunt for the medals.
Australia fall to Ecuador in sensational Davis Cup loss
Lleyton Hewitt's under-strength Australian Davis Cup team have suffered a boilover loss on the clay to rank outsiders Ecuador.
‘Not alone’: Israeli president comforts Bondi victims
Injured victims of the Bondi terror attack have been comforted by Israeli President Isaac Herzog as he champions solidarity amid unrest over his visit.
Thai PM wins election in unexpectedly clear result
Preliminary election results in Thailand indicate the governing Bhumjaithai Party has triumphed, with the People's Party in second place.
Japanese prime minister’s party secures supermajority
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's coalition has swept to victory, handing her a mandate to cut taxes and boost the economy through spending.
Ski superstar’s Olympics ends with fractured leg
Already racing on a badly injured knee, American superstar Lindsey Vonn has undergone surgery after breaking her leg after crashing in the Olympic downhill.
Dominant Diamonds sparkle to clinch series over Jamaica
Kate Moloney has celebrated her 50-game milestone in style as the Australian Diamonds posted a 32-goal victory over an understrength Jamaica in Perth.
City back on top in ALW, Canberra beat 10-woman Sydney
Melbourne City are back on top of the A-League Women table after a 5-2 comeback win over Brisbane Roar, while Canberra United beat Sydney FC 2-1.
Rain frustrates NSW in draw with South Australia
The final day of NSW's Shield clash against SA at the SCG has turned into a fizzer after rain ensured neither side had the chance to push for victory.
Bell rings true for Tasmania in narrow win over WA
Man of the match Gabe Bell's six wickets on the final day has proved the difference in Tasmania 22-run win over Western Australia in the Sheffield Shield.
Silver lining for Aussie women as Kiwis cruise to gold
The Australian women have been forced to settle for silver at the Perth Sevens, while the Aussie men claimed bronze in thrilling fashion.
NBL legend under fire as Kings claim statement win
Sydney moved into second spot on the NBL ladder as MVP candidate Kendric Davis starred in an incident-packed win over South East Melbourne.
Flyers overcome Lightning scare to claim victory
Steph Talbot's efforts haven't been enough for Adelaide to win their final game of the season, the Lightning going down to the Southside Melbourne Flyers.
Queensland topple Vics again in ‘extreme’ conditions
Queensland's Tom Straker finished with career-best match figures of 7-75.as the Bulls completed a narrow Sheffield Shield win over Victoria at the MCG.
Sharpe and I can share the field: Newcastle’s Smith
New coach Justin Holbrook is still deliberating which of Sandon Smith and Fletcher Sharpe will partner marquee man Dylan Brown in Newcastle's halves.
Coalition touts era of trust, unity after bitter split
The leaders of the federal Liberal and National parties have struck a deal to get the coalition back together, ending a very public and damaging separation.
Japan’s PM on track for vote blizzard in winter poll
Japanese voters have cast their ballots in an election expected to hand the nation's first female leader, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, a resounding win.
‘Left it all out there’: Guseli falls short in big air
Valentino Guseli has been unable to repeat his qualifying heroics in the final of the Olympic big air event with the young Australian finishing 10th.
‘Dream come true’: Elvis rocks LIV with debut triumph
Rising Australian Elvis Smylie has made a dramatic mark on LIV Golf, winning his debut on the Saudi-backed tour in Riyadh under lights with a stellar display.
Maley makes milestone as Lynx hand Flames last place
Anneli Maley has produced another stellar performance as the Perth Lynx provided an exclamation mark on their regular season, beating the Sydney Flames.
Duelling Knights halves outshone by teenaged ex-ballboy
It was meant to be the night Sandon Smith and Fletcher Sharpe lit up Kogarah Oval, but the Newcastle duo were outshone by a teenager from St George Illawarra.
Jake Clifford pushes case in Cowboys selection battle
Jake Clifford starred in North Queensland's pre-season win over Canterbury as Todd Payten considers his halves combination for the Las Vegas season opener.
Vics’ debutant shines as Shield clash goes down to wire
Victoria's top-of-the-table Sheffield Shield clash with Queensland at the MCG is on a knife's edge, with Dylan Brasher the key to victory for the hosts.
Patterson’s milestone century puts NSW in control
NSW set South Australia an improbable 446 to win their Sheffield Shield contest after Kurtis Patterson belted 173 no for the home side at the SCG.
Capitals step up to sour coach’s last game for Venom
Mackenzie Holmes' heroics weren't enough for Geelong to end Chris Lucas's coaching tenure on a high, with the Venom losing to the UC Capitals in Canberra.
MPs urge top cop to green-light Herzog visit protest
MPs have vowed to join a planned peaceful march through Sydney to oppose Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit despite police opposing the event.
Aussie teen skier dealt another cruel Olympics blow
After working her way back into the Australian Olympic team after recently rupturing her ACL, freeskier Daisy Thomas will miss one event through injury.