Russian ship mysteriously explodes at sea
A Russian cargo ship Ukraine claims has been evacuating weapons stockpiles from Syria has blown up in international waters with Spain having to step in to save the stricken sailors.
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‘We’re rolling sir’: King’s unheard of Christmas address sneak peek
While his mother Queen Elizabeth liked to keep us all in anticipation, King Charles has given his subjects an unprecedented teaser of his Christmas Day message.
’Demonic’ dad beheads his own son
The sick act was discovered when his wife walked into the bedroom to find their child’s severed head.
Grinch steals Christmas for drug traffickers
Santa sneaks down the chimney at night, but the Grinch busts through the front door when people are suspected of being naughty.
Why Konstas’ debut is the most extraordinary in 50 years
If Sam Konstas’ debut was noteworthy merely for him being a teenager, or it being on Boxing Day, or in a massive live series, it would be a big deal. All three puts his first game beyond anything we’ve seen for 50 years.
‘Time to worry’: UK hammered by dismal news
PM Keir Starmer’s government have only been in power for months, but damning new figures threaten to derail it.
Paddling to be top dog in race that stops the Peninsula
Hundreds of locals have gathered to watch the annual Scotland Island Dog Race as canines from far and wide paddled for glory over 600 metres. See all the pictures and find out who won.
Bullets’ rise continues as Prather leads charge over struggling 36ers
Another star showing from Casey Prather has led Brisbane into the top six, as the Bullets get the better of a strong Kendric Davis and the 36ers.
‘One of the dumbest things I’ve read’
Elon Musk’s growing influence over the world’s most powerful government is perhaps being hampered by his insistence on saying dumb things.
Blockbuster rumour surrounds Indian squad
India are heading into the Boxing Day Test against Australia with a blockbuster rumour hanging over the head of the dressing room.
Fresh blow for would-be homeowners
The International Monetary Fund has poured cold water on a key housing policy which would make it easier for first-home buyers to get a loan.
Frantic search for missing 15yo at Central Coast beach
Police and Marine rescue NSW began searching for the boy after he was reported missing at around 3pm this afternoon.
‘My God!’ Days of fat salaries are over, says radio star
A veteran broadcaster is warning his colleagues against demanding unsustainable radio salaries, claiming the era of big-money contracts is finished.
Update after neo-Nazi protest in Melbourne
The update comes after a group fully covered in black clothing held up anti-Semitic signs on the steps of Victoria’s Parliament House.
Whose league? Coach takes aim at NBL owner, Loe charged
JackJumpers coach Scott Roth is in hot water for comments about NBL boss Larry Kestelman after battling with referees in Melbourne, while Rob Lowe is also being looked at after being ejected.
‘Never know the truth’: Sabalenka weighs in on Tennis’ doping cloud
Ahead of the Brisbane International, world number one Aryna Sabalenka has weighed in on the dark anti-doping cloud currently surrounding Tennis.
Man electrocuted to death in Sydney’s south-west
A father of two young children working at a house in Sydney’s south-west has died after being electrocuted.
Major bank hit by outage on Christmas Eve
A major bank has restored services after an outage left customers unable to access their accounts on one of the busiest shopping days of the year.
Milford signs with Brisbane Broncos feeder club
Former Broncos and Dolphins playmaker Anthony Milford has made a last-ditch effort to revive his NRL career, signing with one of Brisbane’s feeder clubs.
America loses it as Aussie makes history
Australian NBA star Dyson Daniels has sent America into meltdown after etching his name into the record books on Tuesday.
‘Knee-jerk reaction’: Greens enter ring in gendered toilet tussle
A political debate has broken out over a push for male and female toilets to be replaced with gender-neutral cubicles across NSW.
Smashing school kids to smashing Test bowlers: Inside the rise of Konstas
Ed Cowan has kept a close watch on Sam Konstas since first spotting him four years ago, and explains why the ‘rare talent’ has the temperament to thrive in Test cricket.
‘Raise our hands’: RB accepts responsibility in Ricciardo failure
Daniel Ricciardo’s second chapter in Formula 1 met an early end at the Singapore Grand Prix this year and the RB team principal has made an admission about the team’s role in his ill-fated stint.
‘Devastated’ Purcell hoping for leniency as massive ban looms
A rising star of Australian tennis could be hit with a multi-year ban, but has vowed to work with anti-doping authorities after coming forward. Read his statement.
‘Whatever it takes’: Indian skipper’s role
India’s veteran captain had a coy response when asked how him and Virat Kohli would turn around their fortunes at the MCG.
Why coming clean may not help Aussie escape ‘doper’ perception
Damned if you do, damned if you don’t. Max Purcell’s voluntary doping admission may result in a lenient penalty, but the Aussie star may still have to cop the same treatment of a cheater.
Panthers premiership stars party at ex-teammate’s wedding
Following Blues teammate Jake Trbojevic said his nuptials, Roosters enforcer Spencer Leniu tied the knot at a star-studded wedding ceremony. See the pictures.
SuperCoach BBL: Must-have trade targets for round 3
We’re set for a bumper third round of SuperCoach, with three sides on the double. Expert TIM MICHELL runs through his biggest trade-in options.
‘Shocking’: Gades great slams Marvel Stadium’s under-fire surface
Former Melbourne Renegades captain Aaron Finch has questioned how serious Marvel Stadium is about cricket and offered an alternate venue the franchise should consider making its home.
Star thrown out after nuclear meltdown
Philadelphia 76ers superstar Joel Embiid was ejected in heated scenes as he launched a scathing tirade over one questionable play.
From A-League to Europe: What happened to these young Aussies?
They set the A-League alight before signing big moves to Europe. So how are these young Australians tracking at their new clubs? Or have they been moved on? We’ve got the details here.
Lock him in: Davis reveals son’s inspiration as 36ers plot new deal
A trip home to see his three-year-old son for the first time in months helped inspire Kendric Davis’ post-ban explosion — and Adelaide 36ers hierarchy has taken notice.
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Albo’s tribute to Cyclone Tracy survivors
Political leaders have paid tribute to the victims and survivors of the devastating Christmas Eve cyclone that devastated Darwin and claimed 66 lives.
Horror development in student’s poisoning
A woman has been charged with the attempted murder of an Aussie exchange student after he was allegedly given rat poison while studying in Taiwan.
Aussie Test bombshell as rumours swirl
Australian coach Andrew McDonald has confirmed a teen sensation will make his debut, but doubt still lingers over one star.
‘So composed’: Aussies laud Konstas ahead of Test debut
Sam Konstas will become one of Australia’s youngest Test debutants when he steps out in front of a packed MCG on Boxing Day — and the Aussies are confident he’s more than ready.
ASX 200 rises after RBA minutes; St Barbara tanks
Domestic shares closed higher after the release of minutes from the RBA’s last meeting for 2024, which received some support from the IMF overnight. SBM hit with PNG tax bill.
Voges slams ‘substandard’ conditions as Gades down Scorchers
The surface was slammed as “an absolute joke”, there was a catch of the year contender, the roof was hit … and the Renegades came out on top against the Scorchers. WATCH THE HIGHLIGHTS
WATCH: Harvey, Duckett’s all-time BBL stunners
The BBL season isn’t even 10 days old and already we’ve seen two of the catches of the summer. Relive Ben Duckett and Mackenzie Harvey’s efforts and have your say on which was better.
Warning for Christmas Day beach bash
Beachgoers have been issued a warning ahead of Christmas Day after huge crowds left one beach in a “disgusting” and “worst ever” condition.
Bombshell new Don Bradman revelations
New revelations about Sir Don Bradman have given a heartbreaking insight into the Australian cricket icon’s final years.
Adelaide tease fans with social media play for new ALW signing
Adelaide United have sent A-League fans into a frenzy after their social media signing tease went viral.
Debutant locked in as doubt swirls over star
Australian coach Andrew McDonald has confirmed a gun opener will make a dream debut in front of a sellout crowd at the MCG.
‘Destroyed’: Xmas tragedy as boy dies in fire
A young boy has died following a house fire days before Christmas, as authorities investigate the cause of the blaze.
Facebook prompted online child grooming sting on priest: Police
Police will allege an alert from the social media giant kicked off an online police sting before a retired Catholic priest was arrested on a suburban street where he believed he was meeting a teenage boy for sex.
Sixers star now the best in the world
The rest of the league would have been cheering when Steve O’Keefe retired. But the celebrations are over with his replacement at the Sixers now the number one ranked T20 bowler in the world.
RBA’s major clue on next rates decision
Struggling Aussie homeowners could get a rate cut sooner rather than later as the Reserve Bank says it is “increasingly confident” about a reduction.
Three arrested after alleged machete break-in
Two men and a 17-year-old boy were arrested following a lengthy manhunt following an alleged violent break and enter, with residents told to stay indoors.
Disturbing trend on rise among Aussie drivers
Aussies are being urged to snap out of a worrying trend that has been increasing on roads since the Covid-19 pandemic before it is too late.
Congressman allegedly paid for sex with 17 year old
Donald Trump’s first pick to run the justice department, Matt Gaetz, is facing “substantial evidence” he paid for sex with a teenage girl, according to a new investigation.
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