Latest headlines from around the world.
Basketballer denies alleged rape: court
A professional basketballer accused of raping a woman has revealed he will fight the charge at trial.
Rival coaches at odds over six again changes
Two of the most experienced coaches in the game don’t agree on the six again interpretations, with Wayne Bennett calling it a game changer.
Australia could join international coalition to clear the Strait of Hormuz
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has held talks with world leaders tonight in a major development to clear the Strait of Hormuz.
Albo to join major Hormuz reopening summit
Anthony Albanese is set to join 40 leaders tonight for a virtual summit, discussing the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and peace efforts once the Middle East blockade concludes.
Cold snap to blast millions of Aussies
Millions of Australians are bracing for some of the year’s coldest nights on record as a massive cold front sends temperatures plummeting.
Bleak outlook ahead for Aussie renters
Australia’s rental crisis has slammed back into overdrive, with new figures revealing tenants are being squeezed harder than ever.
Huge update on $10bn warships deal
Australia is about to ink a multi-billion deal with Japan to equip the Navy with state-of-the-art warships.
Ben Roberts-Smith walks out of jail after being granted bail
Ben Roberts-Smith has walked out of a Sydney prison on Friday evening, hours after he was granted bail by a judge.
Aus’ papal praise after Trump tirade
A senior minister has joined the ranks of those defending Pope Leo XIV after US President Donald Trump’s criticisms.
By-election called after MP’s shock death
Voters will head back to the polls in just a few weeks after a Queensland MP was found dead in his home.
Man’s vile act caught on neighbour’s camera
Security footage has revealed the shocking moment a man stopped during a casual stroll to perform a disgusting act on a stranger’s lawn – leaving neighbours stunned.
Prisoners sue Govt over inhumane conditions
Six prisoners are suing the WA Government over the allegedly inhumane conditions they endured inside Hakea Prison.
Pair charged over alleged 1000L fuel heist
Two men have been arrested and charged with the alleged theft of more than 1000 litres of petrol from a rural construction site.
Russian media mocks Anthony Albanese as country reaps billions in oil profits from Iran war
Anthony Albanese has been ruthlessly mocked by Russia over an announcement about securing 100 million barrels of diesel.
‘Shoot him’: What we know about the Ben Roberts-Smith allegations
The full details of the war crimes allegations against Ben Roberts-Smith have been revealed in court documents after the decorated former soldier was granted bail.
State unveils new plan to ease fuel crisis
Days after a fire left one of Australia’s last two oil refineries damaged, one Aussie state has unveiled plans to help alleviate the nation’s fuel crisis with their own home-built solution.
Daughter sees mum kill brother: court
Maree Mavis Crabtree is accused of killing her son Jonathan with fruit juice laced with a lethal dose of oxycodone.
Workplace ‘prank’ leads to surgery horror
A workplace “prank” involving an air compressor quickly turned into a serious medical emergency when a factory worker suffered internal injuries.
Major update after woman mauled by dogs
A dog owner has surrendered his animals after they savagely attacked a woman trying to rescue her pet on a suburban street.
Major highway shut after truck rolls, crashes
A major regional Victorian highway has been closed in both directions after a truck rolled and crashed, sparking traffic chaos.
Economy warning amid ‘dangerous moment’
Anthony Albanese’s numbers chief has warned economic fallout from the Iran war could “become severe”.
Man faces serious child abuse charges
A Sydney man is facing 137 charges as AFP investigators urgently work through millions of digital files to identify child victims in a major alleged abuse investigation.
‘Overwhelmed’: Iranian players break silence
Two members of Iran’s women’s football team have made their first public comments since starting their new lives in Australia.
Ben Roberts-Smith walks out of jail after being granted bail
Ben Roberts-Smith has walked out of a Sydney prison on Friday evening, hours after he was granted bail by a judge.
‘Not happy’: Albo brushes off Trump anger
The US President has repeatedly accused Australia of not doing enough to help in the Iran conflict. Anthony Albanese has finally pushed back.
New twist in SA Premier’s $2.3m lawsuit row
A $2.3m lawsuit filed against the South Australian Premier has taken a new twist just a month after being dismissed.
Mum’s incredible call after son killed in crash
The family of an Aboriginal teenager who was killed in a crash with a police officer say they don’t want their son’s death to be just another statistic.
Radio exec forced to choose sides as Kyle and Jackie head to court
Jackie O’s 25-year friendship with KIIS FM radio executive Derek Bargwanna is said to be the latest casualty of her $82 million compensation claim.
Moses makes major change amid Eels crisis
Mitch Moses would love Jaydn Su’A to join the Eels immediately, but that’s not his top priority as the Parramatta captain tries to navigate the biggest challenge of his career.
Australia pushes for self-sufficiency, but ‘no world’ without US
The Defence Minister says he “understands” the United States’ frustration as Australia splashes $53bn more on the military.
Teen charged over alleged tram machete attack
A teenager has been charged after allegedly setting upon a 15-year-old with a machete on Sydney’s light rail.
Bellamy’s lament as star makes surprise appearance
Tui Kamikamica has made a surprise appearance at Storm training, but he’s nowhere near an NRL return after his recent health scare.
Insane moment woman clings to moving car
Horrifying footage has captured the moment a woman clung to the bonnet of a moving car and pelted a driver with abuse during a wild road rage incident.
Massive deal for Aussie farmers
A critical stock has been locked in for Australian farmers after the war in Iran crippled supply routes.
Update after inmate freed in prison blunder
Police have released an update in the manhunt for a recently-jailed inmate who was released by mistake in an “embarrassing” prison blunder.
Watchdog monitoring ‘fuel surcharge’ trend
Australia’s consumer watchdogs has warned retail businesses not to “take advantage” of the global fuel crisis, as it monitors the introduction of “fuel surcharges”.
Man charged with murder after woman found dead
A man has been charged with murder after a woman was found dead in a rural town.
Gong for Aussie ‘top dogs’
Australia’s hardest working four-legged friends have been recognised for their “critical” work protecting Australia’s borders
Ex-US Marine extradition imminent
A military man accused of betraying the US for China faces 65 years in prison, prompting calls for the Prime Minister to defy Trump’s orders.
One Nation election result torn apart by find
An election seat narrowly won by One Nation has been cast into doubt after dozens of uncounted votes were discovered.
