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Global sea surface temperatures hit record high

Global sea surface temperatures hit record high

The world's climate could be moving into "uncharted territory" as sea temperatures hit an all-time high, with El Nino set to exacerbate the warming.

Ten civilians killed in Russian attacks on Ukraine

Ten civilians killed in Russian attacks on Ukraine

Ten civilians killed in Russian attacks on Ukraine

Ten civilians killed in Russian attacks on Ukraine

Ten people have been killed in attacks on Ukraine as Volodymyr Zelenskiy mocks Russia, saying it has set and put off 15 deadlines to capture the ‌Donbas region.

Italy, Balkans hit by heatwave as wildfire fears rise

Italy, Balkans hit by heatwave as wildfire fears rise

Italy, Balkans hit by heatwave as wildfire fears rise

Italy, Balkans hit by heatwave as wildfire fears rise

Europe continues to swelter as it grapples with a sustained heatwave, with more soaring temperatures on the horizon.

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Europe's record heatwave linked to 1300 deaths: WHO

Europe's record heatwave linked to 1300 deaths: WHO

As temperatures soar to record highs during a record-breaking European heatwave, the WHO estimates the extreme conditions may have caused more than 1300 deaths.

Track star Myers sets new world-leading time in Paris

Track star Myers sets new world-leading time in Paris

Australian middle-distance star Cameron Myers has delivered the biggest performance of his career by powering to 1500m victory at the Paris Diamond League.

Piastri fourth as Russell holds on for Austrian F1 win

Piastri fourth as Russell holds on for Austrian F1 win

Australia's Oscar Piastri has finished just outside the podium places as George Russell converted his pole position into a fine win at the Austrian Grand Prix.

Hockeyroos avoid relegation from Pro League

Hockeyroos avoid relegation from Pro League

The Hockeyroos have upset the world No.1 ranked Dutch team in the women's Pro League.

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Temperature records shattered as Europe sizzles

Temperature records shattered as Europe sizzles

Temperature records shattered as Europe sizzles

Temperature records shattered as Europe sizzles

Temperature records in Europe are tumbling as a pervasive heatwave traps a ball of hot air, putting pressure on infrastructure and causing dozens of deaths.

Record temperatures in Germany as heatwave moves east

Record temperatures in Germany as heatwave moves east

Record temperatures in Germany as heatwave moves east

Record temperatures in Germany as heatwave moves east

The deadly "heat dome" that's set records in France and Britain has rolled into Germany, where roads are buckling as temperatures peak.

Heartbreak for Hockeyroos in Pro League campaign

Heartbreak for Hockeyroos in Pro League campaign

Heartbreak for Hockeyroos in Pro League campaign

Heartbreak for Hockeyroos in Pro League campaign

The Hockeyroos and Kookaburras have suffered contrasting defeats in their final matches of the European FIH Pro League campaign.

Ryder Cup hopeful Wallace makes move with course record

Ryder Cup hopeful Wallace makes move with course record

Ryder Cup hopeful Wallace makes move with course record

Ryder Cup hopeful Wallace makes move with course record

Matt Wallace was bereft after missing out on a Ryder Cup place but his course record at the Open d'Italia cannot fail to be noticed by a Europe vice-captain.

In the red: Europe on high alert as killer heat spreads

In the red: Europe on high alert as killer heat spreads

In the red: Europe on high alert as killer heat spreads

In the red: Europe on high alert as killer heat spreads

A sizzling Europe is bracing for more casualties from an "apocalyptic" heatwave that scientists say is the worst ever recorded on the continent.

'Even more motivation': Matthews returns to Tour

'Even more motivation': Matthews returns to Tour

'Even more motivation': Matthews returns to Tour

'Even more motivation': Matthews returns to Tour

Australian star Michael Matthews has overcome plenty in the past year to make the Jayco AlUla team for his ninth start at the Tour de France.

'Not for pleasure': Oscar's bathroom sauna prep for GP

'Not for pleasure': Oscar's bathroom sauna prep for GP

'Not for pleasure': Oscar's bathroom sauna prep for GP

'Not for pleasure': Oscar's bathroom sauna prep for GP

McLaren's Oscar Piastri has his own way of preparing for an Austrian Grand Prix that's been declared a 'heat hazard' with temperatures set to top 31C.

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Ukrainian strikes knock out power in Russia-held Crimea

Ukrainian drones have hit a power plant and other key infrastructure targets in Crimea as it intensifies its attacks on Russian energy targets.

Blackouts leave thousands sweltering in French heatwave

Power cuts have left swathes of France to battle a heatwave without air-conditioning as record temperatures strain power grids across western Europe.

Israel targeted Gaza children resulting in genocide: UN

A UN commission of inquiry says Israel has deliberately targeted Palestinian children, resulting in genocide.

Forty drown in France as people seek relief from heat

Europe has woken to another sweltering day along with news that dozens of people have drowned while trying to cool off from a heatwave gripping the continent.

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Forehand of Cerundolo and hand of God earn Queen's win

Francisco Cerundolo has become the first Argentine to win the Queen's Club Championship -- with a little help from his most celebrated sporting compatriot.

Demon's conqueror conquered by Argentine at Queen's

Tommy Paul, the 2024 Queen's Club champion who never got the chance to defend his title, is back in the 2026 final where he'll play Francisco Cerundolo.

Demon's Queen's dream shattered in London sunshine

Australian No.1 Alex de Minaur has been thwarted in his bid to win the Queen's Club title - and in his push to join the world's top five for the first time.

Italy's PM says Trump 'totally invented' photo story

Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has lashed out at "made up" claims by US President Donald Trump that she "begged" him for a photo opportunity.

Aussie pulls off big shock at Queen's Club Championship

An Australian player ranked outside the top 100 has enjoyed one of his best wins to join Alex de Minaur in the quarter-finals at the Queen's Club Championships.

Hegseth blasts NATO, vows review of US forces in Europe

Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth has harshly criticised ‌NATO members over defence spending as he announced a re-evaluation of US military forces in Europe.

'We'll go back to shooting' if Trump sours on Iran deal

G7 leaders have welcomed the US-Iran ceasefire deal, but President Donald Trump is threatening to resume bombing if Iran doesn't "behave".

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