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Sean 'Diddy' Combs given earlier prison release date

Sean 'Diddy' Combs given earlier prison release date

Disgraced US hip-hip mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs has been given a new date for his release from prison.

Australian referee cleared over hand gesture

Australian referee cleared over hand gesture

Australian referee cleared over hand gesture

Australian referee cleared over hand gesture

FIFA has cleared an Australian referee of any wrongdoing after the World Cup VAR official denied he deliberately made a controversial on-air hand gesture.

Graham Arnold ready to shock the world all over again

Graham Arnold ready to shock the world all over again

Graham Arnold ready to shock the world all over again

Graham Arnold ready to shock the world all over again

Not content with sealing Iraq's first World Cup berth in 40 years, former Socceroos boss Graham Arnold is out to rock football's grandest stage all over again.

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Eight dead as B-52 bomber crashes at US Air Force base

Eight dead as B-52 bomber crashes at US Air Force base

Emergency crews are at the scene after a B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff at a US Air Force base in California, killing all eight people on board.

Socceroos focus on actions, US won't be overconfident

Socceroos focus on actions, US won't be overconfident

US players have distanced themselves from the suggestion their World Cup clash with Australia will be a "lay-up" victory as the Socceroos soak up criticism.

Stingy Socceroos defence ready for US onslaught

Stingy Socceroos defence ready for US onslaught

Fresh off keeping a clean sheet in Australia's classic 2-0 win over Turkey, the Socceroos will turn their focus to a high-octane United States attack.

Iran, US agree to halt war, sending oil prices tumbling

Iran, US agree to halt war, sending oil prices tumbling

The US and Iran have agreed a deal to end the war, which mediator Pakistan says will be signed in Switzerland later this week.

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Kiwis out to end 16 years of hurt at World Cup

Kiwis out to end 16 years of hurt at World Cup

Kiwis out to end 16 years of hurt at World Cup

Kiwis out to end 16 years of hurt at World Cup

Iran are taking centre stage ahead of their World Cup opener against New Zealand but the Kiwis are ready for their first appearance on the stage in 16 years.

Popovic World Cup masterclass to go down in history

Popovic World Cup masterclass to go down in history

Popovic World Cup masterclass to go down in history

Popovic World Cup masterclass to go down in history

Socceroos coach Tony Popovic turned in a selection and tactical masterclass to deliver a 2-0 win over Turkey in Australia's World Cup opener.

Socceroo still buzzing after sliding into history books

Socceroo still buzzing after sliding into history books

Socceroo still buzzing after sliding into history books

Socceroo still buzzing after sliding into history books

Socceroos midfielder Connor Metcalfe is still riding the emotional high of scoring the goal that sealed Australia's opening World Cup win over Turkey.

'Showed the world': Beach stars in Socceroos' triumph

'Showed the world': Beach stars in Socceroos' triumph

'Showed the world': Beach stars in Socceroos' triumph

'Showed the world': Beach stars in Socceroos' triumph

Patrick Beach was contentiously picked over captain Maty Ryan in goal against Turkey, but silenced any doubters with a stunning performance.

Brunson delivers again as Knicks win NBA title

Brunson delivers again as Knicks win NBA title

Brunson delivers again as Knicks win NBA title

Brunson delivers again as Knicks win NBA title

Jalen Brunson and the Comeback Knicks have done it again, overcoming Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs to win the NBA title.

Socceroos followers face ticket price hike for US clash

Socceroos followers face ticket price hike for US clash

Socceroos followers face ticket price hike for US clash

Socceroos followers face ticket price hike for US clash

United States' 4-1 thrashing of Paraguay has sent ticket prices spiralling for their remaining group games - including the match with Australia.

Look out Socceroos: US start World Cup with record haul

Look out Socceroos: US start World Cup with record haul

Look out Socceroos: US start World Cup with record haul

Look out Socceroos: US start World Cup with record haul

The United States will be full of confidence when they face Australia at the World Cup next week, having dominated Paraguay in a 4-1 victory.

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Musk's SpaceX surges past $US2 trillion in Nasdaq debut

SpaceX has made its stock market debut in a record initial public offering, with the company's value surging past $US2 trillion.

After record IPO, SpaceX faces test in market debut

SpaceX has made history after raising $106 billion to become the biggest IPO ever. Now the market is set to find out the strength of the stock's "Musk premium".

Socceroos boss makes call on post-World Cup future

Socceroos coach Tony Popovic has extended his contract until after the 2027 Asian Cup, in a boost ahead of Australia's World Cup campaign.

'Mo is healthy': Socceroos allay fears over striker

Socceroos defenders Aziz Behich and Jacob Italiano say striker Mohamed Toure was back in training ahead of their World Cup opener against Turkey.

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Stars align for Behich as Socceroos face Turkey

Australia's World Cup opener against Turkey will be an emotional affair for defender Aziz Behich, of Turkish-Cypriot descent, and his family.

Socceroos scare: intrigue grows over striker's absence

Striker Mohamed Toure was unsighted at training just three days out from Australia's World Cup opener, but the Socceroos expect him to return to the track.

Nationals in major collapse despite another Mead homer

Curtis Mead has hit his 10th homer, but the Australian's effort wasn't enough to prevent the Washington Nationals giving up a 9-1 lead against San Francisco.

Infantino defends World Cup visa issues, ticket prices

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has defended soccer's governing body's handling of visa issues and ticket prices ahead of the World Cup.

Epstein pressured me using knowledge of affairs: Gates

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has accused Jeffrey Epstein of blackmailing him over his extramarital affairs in comments to a US Congressional Committee.

Popovic's tough call on when to employ Socceroo weapons

Socceroos boss Tony Popovic faces a tough call on when to unleash Nestory Irankunda and his other talented young attackers against Turkey at the World Cup.

Sport and politics collide in most polarising World Cup

It is clear that sport and politics are entwined like never before as the World Cup gets underway in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

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