Matildas star’s cheeky plan for Aussie icon
Matildas star Mackenzie Arnold has called for an Aussie icon to be a part of the citizenship test alongside our national values and flags.
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Fears as Qantas strike hits major airports
Qantas engineers have walked off the job at airports around the country on one of the busiest travel days of the year, leaving travellers worried about their plans.
Dramatic scenes after man shot in public
Video footage has captured the moment charges were laid over the death of a 20-year-old man who was shot dead on the street.
Warning about swimming in contaminated creek
Swimmers have been told to avoid one of this city’s most popular waterways after it became contaminated by a sewage leak.
‘Not slowing down’: Starc on pace for rare air
He keeps racking up wickets in all three forms, but it’s a massive Test milestone that Mitch Starc is getting close to and he could get there fast.
Popular toy poses ‘lethal’ threat to kids
Parents are being urged to return the product immediately, with authorities warning of “serious injury or death”.
Brazil’s Lula ‘in perfect neurological condition’ post-op
Brazil’s Lula ‘in perfect neurological condition’ post-op
How to see spectacular meteor shower
A giant meteor shower is set to pass over Australia this weekend, but one thing is threatening our chances of seeing the spectacular shoW.
England skipper’s blunt Ashes admission
England skipper Ben Stokes is eyeing off Ashes success in Australia, but he’s made one bold declaration ahead of the series.
Tough laws ‘strike back’ at criminal teens
Teenagers in one state will face the same punishments as adults for certain serious offences amid a contentious crackdown on youth crime.
Huge change to Australia Day celebration
A major change to Australia Day celebrations would be pushed through if the Coalition wins the upcoming election, a senior Liberal MP has said.
‘Drained’ Aussie gun conquers demons
Olympic silver has become world championship gold for an Aussie star who wasn’t going to swim in Budapest after a mentally draining year
Huge immersive exhibition brings past to life
A multisensory exhibition in the nation’s capital brings the ancient city of Pompeii to life while placing visitors inside the epic eruption that brought it to an end.
Teen driver trapped after horror crash
A 14-year-old driver became trapped in a car after crashing into a tree and two other cars.
Gaza rescuers say Israeli strikes kill 58, hit flour trucks
Gaza rescuers say Israeli strikes kill 58, hit flour trucks
‘Threatening’ passenger sparks flight turnaround
It’s understood the passenger was given a no-fly ban after the flight from Brisbane to Perth was forced to turn around.
Trump ‘vehemently’ opposed to Ukraine firing missiles deep into Russia
Trump ‘vehemently’ opposed to Ukraine firing missiles deep into Russia
Urgent measles warning for major city
A second urgent measles warning has been issued for a major Australian city, days after an overseas traveller was confirmed carrying the contagious virus.
Guy’s ex-manager secures $960k payday
The former manager of pop star Guy Sebastian has secured a major win after he was accused of defrauding his famous client.
Macron to name new French PM Friday after days of deadlock
Macron to name new French PM Friday after days of deadlock
‘Sadistic’ torturer’s appeal hits snag
A man serving multiple life sentences for the “sadistic” torture and rape of a woman faces a major obstacle in his appeal against his conviction.
Escalation feared as Georgia pro-EU protests enter third week
Escalation feared as Georgia pro-EU protests enter third week
Man stuck after embarrassing CBD act
A man has found himself in a sticky situation after he licked a frozen billboard set up at Sydney’s Pitt St mall.
ECB cuts rates again, Lagarde says eurozone ‘losing momentum’
ECB cuts rates again, Lagarde says eurozone ‘losing momentum’
Time Magazine names Donald Trump person of the year for second time
Time Magazine names Donald Trump person of the year for second time
‘No longer of this time’: Miss Netherlands pageant scrapped
‘No longer of this time’: Miss Netherlands pageant scrapped
Sweden ends rape investigation allegedly targeting Kylian Mbappe
Sweden ends rape investigation allegedly targeting Kylian Mbappe
NRL’s massive legal win over ex-ref
The NRL has scored a massive legal win over former referee Tim Alouani-Roby after a court threw out the English ex-whistleblower’s unfair dismissal case.
Taiwan detects 16 Chinese warships around island
Taiwan detects 16 Chinese warships around island
Reds keen to end poor Gosford run
Adelaide United hope to end their poor recent record at Central Coast Stadium on Friday night.
South Korea’s Yoon vows to fight ‘until the very last minute’
South Korea’s Yoon vows to fight ‘until the very last minute’
Sweden ends rape inquiry allegedly targeting Kylian Mbappe
Sweden ends rape inquiry allegedly targeting Kylian Mbappe
Wild details in alleged lover murder plot
Wild new details have emerged about an alleged Lisa Lines murder plot involving blood spatter, triple-0 phone calls and undercover operatives.
Aussie music company’s huge move
A growing Aussie music company has just made a massive move, taking over a popular online travel guide website.
Suspense mounts as Macron prepares to unveil new French PM
Suspense mounts as Macron prepares to unveil new French PM
How an ex-inmate of brutal Syria jail overcame trauma by helping others
How an ex-inmate of brutal Syria jail overcame trauma by helping others
Horrifying detail in mum’s alleged murder
A man who has been charged with the alleged murder of his wife after her body was discovered inside a Belmore unit has appeared in court for the first time.
‘Stop’: Cop erupts after baby’s skull fractured
A newborn baby has been rushed to hospital with a fractured skull after a horrifying alleged home invasion in a troubled Australian town.
Australia’s huge tax threat to Meta over news
The belligerent owner of Facebook and Instagram could be slapped with huge tax charges if it walks away from paying news publishers.
‘Hired help’ arrested over Kirribilli shooting
An alleged gunman and another man have been arrested over a Kirribilli shooting that targeted a man with links to organised crime and bikies last year.
How ‘rumour’ led to teen’s horrific act
A court has been told how a “ridiculous rumour” about an unfounded $10,000 hit on a woman led to a teenager taking part in a man’s murder and arson of his home.
‘Alarming’ US mystery drones confound officials, scare locals
‘Alarming’ US mystery drones confound officials, scare locals
ASX falls on surprising jobs figures
The ASX has fallen to a three-week low on Thursday as markets digested better than expected unemployment figures.
Marsh’s ‘mare’ won’t be repeated
Mitch Marsh isn’t about to repeat his Adelaide Oval brain-fade during Australia’s Gabba Test against India.
Australia to force tech titans to pay for news
Australia to force tech titans to pay for news
Aussie star’s big World Cup move
After being crowned the best Rugby Sevens player in the world an Australian try-scoring machine is taking a big step towards possibly earning a World Cup spot.
Famed uni rips off 14k staff for $23m
One of Australia’s most prestigious universities has been forced to cough up tens of millions of dollars after ripping off more than 14,000 staff members.
Virus samples vanish from major state lab
Samples of infectious viruses have been reported missing from a state-run laboratory in what has been called a “major breach” of biosecurity controls.
Vic Liberal leader’s vow after $300k loss
Victoria’s opposition leader John Pesutto has denied there is any challenge to his leadership after a scathing defamation judgment in favour of ousted MP Moira Deeming.
Biggest sign yet of turning point in economy
The men who hold the purse strings at Australia’s biggest businesses say the economy is improving and are the most optimistic about the future since Covid.
Trump taps election denier to head global media operation VOA
Trump taps election denier to head global media operation VOA
New Syria PM says will ‘guarantee’ all religious groups’ rights
New Syria PM says will ‘guarantee’ all religious groups’ rights
Australia to spend $385 mn on PNG rugby league team with eye on China
Australia to spend $385 mn on PNG rugby league team with eye on China
Shocking video of teens alleged bullet spray
Shocking video has emerged of the moment before two teens allegedly opened fire on a barbershop in what police claim was an attempt to send “a message”.
Test support for Maxy after Warner attack
After David Warner delivered some choice words to his World Cup-winning teammate about hopes of a Test recall, Glenn Maxwell has found a strong ally.
‘Enough tragedies’: Why state must act
The call comes as experts issue a grim warning that tragedies are “on the table” if one key demand isn’t addressed.
Aussie media legend dies aged 78
Tributes have begun to flow for the Aussie broadcast legend who’s been described as a “trailblazer” and a “one-off”.
Wong doubles down on Israel UN snub
Penny Wong has again called for a ceasefire in Gaza amid intense friction between Australia and Israel.
Billionaire’s court fight over election
UAP leader Ralph Babet will take the Commonwealth to the High Court over what chairman Clive Palmer says are “unconstitutional” election laws.
While Football Australia has backed Saudi Arabia as host of the 2034 Word Cup, the body that represents Australian players has significant concerns.
FIFA confirms Saudi Arabia as 2034 World Cup host
FIFA confirms Saudi Arabia as 2034 World Cup host
Surprising Aussie fashion trend revealed
Buy-now pay-later giant Afterpay has revealed some surprising Aussie fashion trends in its latest Afterpaid report, with one colour dominating 2024.
Video game bosses gather at ‘darkest hour’ for industry
Video game bosses gather at ‘darkest hour’ for industry
Health insurers: the 800-pound gorilla in profit-driven US system
Health insurers: the 800-pound gorilla in profit-driven US system
New figure that dashes hopes of rate cut
Mortgage holders hoping for a rate cut may have to wait until May after these surprising figures were released on Thursday.
Bold promise to guarantee player safety in PNG
A stunning promise has been made about player safety in PNG as it was revealed a team in Perth could be confirmed before the end of the year.
‘Privilege’: Sonny Bill’s shock career move
A global sports star known for his deep faith and “passion for social equity” has made a surprising career change.
PNG to enter NRL in $600m cash splash
The Pacific island nation will officially enter the NRL in four years in a $600m deal that mixes rugby league with diplomacy.
Perfect storm punishes Aussie dollar
The Aussie dollar traded at a 13-month low on Thursday morning as investors are cautious about Australia’s economic future.
Intense heatwave to sweep Australia
Parts of Australia are bracing for another oppressive heatwave, with temperatures expected to reach 16C above the December average.
Healy confirms major change to her role
Alyssa Healy will return from injury against New Zealand later this month, but her role in the side will look a lot different.
‘If I refuse?’: Violent man’s wild question
A violent offender is back in the community, but a wild exchange with a Supreme Court justice suggests he might struggle to fit in.
Murphy in the mix for Test recall
With no Shield cricket, Test hopefuls like Todd Murphy can use the Big Bash as a final chance to impress selectors for next month’s Sri Lanka tour.
Huge outage shuts down social media
Meta has suffered a major outage, with people across the globe reporting Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp being down.
Juve deepen Man City crisis, Barcelona into Champions League knockouts
Juve deepen Man City crisis, Barcelona into Champions League knockouts
Group running out of cash every month
Some people from one cohort are reporting having to steal essential items more frequently to survive the cost-of-living crunch.
Dutton doubles down on polarising flag call
Peter Dutton is doubling down on his controversial stance on Indigenous flags, hinting there could be changes to the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
Lula to undergo new operation to ‘minimize’ cranial bleeding risk
Lula to undergo new operation to ‘minimize’ cranial bleeding risk
Turkey says Ethiopia, Somalia reach compromise deal to end feud
Turkey says Ethiopia, Somalia reach compromise deal to end feud
‘Disgusting’: Boiling liquid thrown at cops
Boiling liquid was thrown at police officers just more than a week after officers were bitten and knocked unconscious.
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