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Trump repeats desire for Greenland after crunch talks

Trump repeats desire for Greenland after crunch talks

A high-stakes meeting on Greenland has ended with US President Donald Trump insisting he wants the island and Denmark and Greenland saying that's unacceptable.

Aussie skier claims Para breakthrough in downhill

Aussie skier claims Para breakthrough in downhill

Aussie skier claims Para breakthrough in downhill

Aussie skier claims Para breakthrough in downhill

Australian para skier Josh Hanlon has claimed a podium finish in the sitting downhill at the Para World Cup as he vies for his second Paralympic appearance.

Ukraine declares energy emergency after Russian attacks

Ukraine declares energy emergency after Russian attacks

Ukraine declares energy emergency after Russian attacks

Ukraine declares energy emergency after Russian attacks

Repairs to thousands of apartment blocks in Kyiv after the latest Russian salvo have been compounded by frigid weather, with temperatures dipping close to -20C.

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Fresh Socceroos worry as Irvine sidelined indefinitely

Fresh Socceroos worry as Irvine sidelined indefinitely

Socceroos midfielder Jackson Irvine is facing an extended stint on the sidelines heading into this year's World Cup.

Aussie teen makes stunning head-start on debut for Roma

Aussie teen makes stunning head-start on debut for Roma

Rising Australian soccer star Antonio Arena has had an immediate impact in Europe, scoring within minutes of making his debut for Italian Serie A side Roma.

Singer Julio Iglesias probed over alleged sex assaults

Singer Julio Iglesias probed over alleged sex assaults

Two women say they suffered sexual assault and workplace harassment while working ‌for singer Julio Iglesias.

Greenland PM picks Denmark over US ahead of Vance meet

Greenland PM picks Denmark over US ahead of Vance meet

US President Donald Trump has recently stepped up rhetoric about taking control of Greenland, but the autonomous territory says it "stands united" with Denmark.

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Axed Aussie F1 driver quits team to seek opportunities

Axed Aussie F1 driver quits team to seek opportunities

Axed Aussie F1 driver quits team to seek opportunities

Axed Aussie F1 driver quits team to seek opportunities

Australian Jack Doohan who was dropped by Alpine early in the 2025 grand prix season, has quit the Formula 1 team to "pursue other opportunities".

Hundreds killed in Iran protests, UN rights office says

Hundreds killed in Iran protests, UN rights office says

Hundreds killed in Iran protests, UN rights office says

Hundreds killed in Iran protests, UN rights office says

The UN puts the number of Iranian protesters killed by security forces in the hundreds, as its rights chief says "horrific violence" in Iran cannot continue.

Russian strikes on Ukraine knock out heat and power

Russian strikes on Ukraine knock out heat and power

Russian strikes on Ukraine knock out heat and power

Russian strikes on Ukraine knock out heat and power

At least four people are dead after a massive Russian drone and missile attack targeting Ukraine's energy grid in the middle of a freezing winter.

Greenland says it should be defended by NATO alliance

Greenland says it should be defended by NATO alliance

Greenland says it should be defended by NATO alliance

Greenland says it should be defended by NATO alliance

The government of Greenland says it wants the NATO military alliance to play a stronger role in its defence.

Swiss court keeps bar owner in custody over deadly fire

Swiss court keeps bar owner in custody over deadly fire

Swiss court keeps bar owner in custody over deadly fire

Swiss court keeps bar owner in custody over deadly fire

A court in Switzerland has ordered ⁠the co-owner of a bar that caught fire on ‍New Year's Day, killing 40 people, remain in custody.

Sweden PM 'highly critical' of US rhetoric on Greenland

Sweden PM 'highly critical' of US rhetoric on Greenland

Sweden PM 'highly critical' of US rhetoric on Greenland

Sweden PM 'highly critical' of US rhetoric on Greenland

Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson says the United States "should thank Denmark" rather than engage in rhetoric about Greenland.

Socceroo has injury setback, stalwart switches club

Socceroo has injury setback, stalwart switches club

Socceroo has injury setback, stalwart switches club

Socceroo has injury setback, stalwart switches club

Sidelined Socceroo Harry Souttar has had a minor setback while two other defenders are on the move in Europe.

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Greenland MPs to bring forward meeting to discuss US

A debate in Greenland's parliament about how the island should respond to United States intensions to acquire it is being brought forward, MPs say.

'Oh, am I?': Walker plays down Olympic favourite talk

Bree Walker has roared back to her best, becoming the first Aussie sledder to win at the famed St Moritz track with her third World Cup monobob victory.

Swiss prosecutors order bar owner's detention over fire

Swiss prosecutors have requested pre-trial detention for an owner of a ski resort bar where 40 people died in a fire, citing a risk that he could flee.

Russia uses new hypersonic missile on Ukraine

Russia has fired its Oreshnik missile at a Ukrainian target in response to what it claims was an attempted Ukrainian strike on Vladimir ⁠Putin's residence.

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Greenland opposition leader backs direct talks with US

The head of the opposition Naleraq party has urged direct talks between US officials and representatives of Greenland, without Danish involvement.

Rubio says he'll meet Danish officials over Greenland

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says he plans to meet representatives of Denmark next week to discuss Greenland.

Aussie team's most successful cyclist calls it a day

Simon Yates, the British cyclist who enjoyed a decade of success with Australia's top cycling team, has announced his shock retirement.

European allies work on plan if US moves on Greenland

The possibility of the US taking Greenland by force is pushing European countries to work out what to do if President Donald Trump makes good on his threat.

Europe rallies behind Greenland following US interest

Europe has issued a powerful statement of support for Greenland's independence following US President Donald Trump's recent renewed interest.

No safety checks at site of Swiss bar fire since 2019

Fire safety inspections hadn’t been carried out for several years at the Swiss bar where a fire that broke out at a New Year’s party left 40 people dead.

Key Ukraine talks overshadowed by US focus on Venezuela

Ukraine's allies are meeting for talks on security guarantees, but prospects for progress are uncertain as the US's focus shifts to Venezuela.

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