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Sinner salutes Aussie Cahill after defending Open crown

Sinner salutes Aussie Cahill after defending Open crown

World No.1 Jannik Sinner has successfully defended his Australian Open crown to join legends Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer in the tennis history books.

South Korea's President Yoon indicted for insurrection

South Korea's President Yoon indicted for insurrection

South Korea's President Yoon indicted for insurrection

South Korea's President Yoon indicted for insurrection

Impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol could face years in prison for his martial law decree after being indicted on charges of leading an insurrection.

Three dead as Israel misses Lebanon ceasefire deadline

Three dead as Israel misses Lebanon ceasefire deadline

Three dead as Israel misses Lebanon ceasefire deadline

Three dead as Israel misses Lebanon ceasefire deadline

Israeli forces have killed three people and put up roadblocks in south Lebanon as residents try to return, Lebanese officials say.

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Peaceful Invasion Day protests shut down city streets

Peaceful Invasion Day protests shut down city streets

Indigenous people and their supporters have marched in streets across Australia to protest Australia Day, saying January 26 is a day of mourning.

'Memories forever': Family proud as Daniher honoured

'Memories forever': Family proud as Daniher honoured

AFL legend Neale Daniher has been awarded the 2025 Australian of the Year for his advocacy in finding a cure, as his proud family watched on with joy.

Protests and parties across nation mark Australia Day

Protests and parties across nation mark Australia Day

Quiet reflections kicked off Australia Day commemorations before many attended protests while others opted for the beach.

Crucial inflation readout to determine RBA rate call

Crucial inflation readout to determine RBA rate call

Mortgage relief could be just around the corner if predictions of a faster-than-expected fall in price growth are borne out in ABS data released on Wednesday.

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'Underestimated my whole life': PM makes election pitch

'Underestimated my whole life': PM makes election pitch

'Underestimated my whole life': PM makes election pitch

'Underestimated my whole life': PM makes election pitch

Anthony Albanese has pledged to take Australia in the right direction as he makes a pitch to voters, while hinting at when the federal election could be held.

Trump criticised for 'purge' of independent watchdogs

Trump criticised for 'purge' of independent watchdogs

Trump criticised for 'purge' of independent watchdogs

Trump criticised for 'purge' of independent watchdogs

Democrats and others criticise President Donald Trump for firing independent watchdogs at multiple government agencies in a letter citing "changing priorities".

Elon Musk joins German far right party event by video

Elon Musk joins German far right party event by video

Elon Musk joins German far right party event by video

Elon Musk joins German far right party event by video

Elon Musk made a cameo at a German far right political party's campaign event, while tens of thousands of protesters rallied in Berlin against extremist views.

Call for stationing EU troops in Greenland

Call for stationing EU troops in Greenland

Call for stationing EU troops in Greenland

Call for stationing EU troops in Greenland

A top European Union military official is in favour of stationing European Union soldiers in Greenland.

Zelenskiy hopes Europe, US will join peace talks

Zelenskiy hopes Europe, US will join peace talks

Zelenskiy hopes Europe, US will join peace talks

Zelenskiy hopes Europe, US will join peace talks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has called for Europe and the United States to be involved in any peace talks to end the war with Russia.

Nine-year-old boy allegedly murdered in Townsville

Nine-year-old boy allegedly murdered in Townsville

Nine-year-old boy allegedly murdered in Townsville

Nine-year-old boy allegedly murdered in Townsville

Police are investigating the alleged murder of a nine-year-old boy in far north Queensland.

Senate confirms Noem as Trump's homeland security chief

Senate confirms Noem as Trump's homeland security chief

Senate confirms Noem as Trump's homeland security chief

Senate confirms Noem as Trump's homeland security chief

The Senate has confirmed Kristi Noem as homeland security boss, putting the South Dakota governor in charge of an agency set to clamp down on illegal migration.

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Campaigners and Olympians recognised in honours list

More than 450 people have been recognised for their achievements in the 2025 Australia Day Honours List.

Israel releases 200 Palestinian prisoners

Israeli authorities say they have released 200 Palestinian prisoners and detainees as part of the Gaza ceasefire deal.

Fire-ravaged Los Angeles braces for toxic rain runoff

There are fears that hazardous chemicals belched from burning homes and cars in the Los Angeles wildfires will make it into runoff when it rains.

'Healing': Troy Cassar-Daley sweeps Golden Guitars

An emotional Troy Cassar-Daley has paid tribute to his family, as he took out five Golden Guitar awards at the Tamworth Country Music Festival.

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Hamas release four Israeli hostages in second swap

Hamas has released four young female Israeli soldiers after more than 15 months in captivity.

Madison Keys wins Australian Open final for maiden slam

American Madison Keys, 29, has upset world No.1 Aryna Sabalenka to win the Australian Open and become the oldest first-time grand slam champion in a decade.

Refugee, Indigenous advocates share highest honours

Lifetimes of service have been recognised in the Australia Day Honours List, including Indigenous lawyer Megan Davis and refugee advocate Gillian Triggs.

Neale Daniher named 2025 Australian of the Year

The AFL legend has turned his diagnosis of motor neurone disease into a search for a cure, bringing Australians along for the fight.

Memorial, statue vandalised ahead of Australia Day

A statue of a founder of one of the country's biggest cities has been damaged ahead of Australia Day as vandals douse a war memorial in paint.

Trump considers scrapping FEMA, pledges disaster help

After touring disaster-hit North Carolina and Los Angeles, Donald Trump says he's considering getting rid of the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

Dutton adds Trump-style government efficiency role

A Trump-style "government efficiency" portfolio has been included in Opposition Leader Peter Dutton's rejigged shadow ministry.

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