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10:05 Kiss focused on task with Reds

Reds mentor Les Kiss says he remains fully committed to guiding Queensland despite ongoing speculation that he’s about to be named as the man to replace Joe Schmidt as Wallabies coach.

09:17 Australia mourns death of test opener Stackpole

Former test opener Keith Stackpole, a key member of the Australia teams captained by Bill Lawry and Ian Chappell in the 1960s-70s, died of a suspected heart attack on Tuesday at the age of 84.

07:51 Australia's conservative opposition leader Dutton pledges defence boost if elected

Australia's conservative opposition party leader Peter Dutton, trailing in polls related to the May 3 election, has pledged to boost defence spending to 3% of gross domestic product within a decade, as the Trump administration pushes allies to spend more on security.

04:21 Woodside's shares gain as first-quarter revenue fuels up, beating expectations

Shares of Australia's Woodside Energy were up nearly 4% on Wednesday after the gas producer posted first-quarter revenue above estimates.

03:41 Stocks, dollar rebound in Asia as Trump steps back

Stock markets were enjoying a much-needed relief rally in Asia on Wednesday after President Donald Trump said he had no plans to fire the head of the Federal Reserve, and hinted at lower tariffs for China.

03:41 Bessent sees de-escalation in US-China trade tensions, talks to be 'a slog'

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Tuesday that he believes there will be a de-escalation in U.S.-China trade tensions, but negotiations with Beijing have not yet started and would be a "slog," according to a person who heard his closed-door presentation to investors at a JP Morgan conference.

22/04 Breakingviews - Macquarie gives masterclass in following the money

So much for sacred cows. Often, companies are tempted to hold on to an underperforming operation because the boss was instrumental in either creating it or building it. Such sentimentality has little place at Macquarie . Boss Shemara Wikramanayake helped start and later expand the Australian financial powerhouse's money management business. In a refreshingly dispassionate move, she's now selling t

22/04 Reds winger targeting win, not tries

A try-scoring machine in his debut Super Rugby Pacific season, Reds winger Tim Ryan isn’t concerned by his lack of five-pointers in Queensland’s 2025 campaign.

22/04 Players ‘mental health’ at risk, says Lions star

Two-time Brownlow medallist Lachie Neale fears for the mental health of players subjected to online abuse, including death threats.

22/04 New Zealand government's minority party introduces bill to define gender as biological

Minority coalition partner New Zealand First introduced a bill to parliament on Tuesday that if enacted would define women and men by their biology, preventing trans women and men being recognised by law.

22/04 Early voting in Australia election begins, PM Albanese's party holds slender lead

Early voting in the Australian election began on Tuesday, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's centre-left Labor party holding a slim lead over the conservative opposition coalition.

22/04 Asia fights drag from Wall St as US assets buckle

Asian stock markets fought to hold their footing on Tuesday after a furious flight from U.S. assets undermined Wall Street and the dollar, while concerns about the independence of the Federal Reserve piled fresh pressure on Treasuries.

22/04 Haiti nearing ‘point of no return’ amid gang violence, UN representative warns

María Isabel Salvador tells security council the country could face ‘total chaos’ without necessary international aid

21/04 US beef off the menu as the trade war hits Beijing's American-style restaurants

At Home Plate BBQ, an American-style restaurant in Beijing, staff are reprinting menus. The U.S.-China trade war means American beef - once the star ingredient - will soon be off the table.

21/04 Piastri on top of the world with a lot more winning to do

Piastri has now won three of the five races and leads teammate Norris by 10 points.

21/04 Stocks and dollar slide as Trump's Fed attacks jangle nerves

Asian equities and U.S. stock futures slid on Monday while the dollar slumped, as anxiety over tariffs and public criticism of the Federal Reserve by President Donald Trump hit sentiment, leading gold prices to a new high.

20/04 Piastri wins in Jeddah to take Formula One lead

Four-times champion Max Verstappen was runner-up, 2.843 seconds behind Piastri, after starting from pole at Jeddah's Corniche circuit but collecting a five-second penalty for a first corner clash with Piastri.

20/04 'Idiot' Norris says he let down himself and McLaren

McLaren's Formula One leader Lando Norris called himself an idiot after crashing in Saudi Arabian Grand Prix qualifying on Saturday, and he stuck by the self-criticism when talking to reporters afterwards.

20/04 First Shockwaves of Trump’s Tariffs Are About to Hit the World Economy

Three weeks after US President Donald Trump effectively declared a trade war with the whole world, new economic forecasts and surveys will point to the initial fallout.

19/04 ITIA defends 'uncomfortable' shower rule as fan criticism bubbles over

The effort against doping says showering players must remain in a chaperone's view.

19/04 Trump to fast-track permitting for 10 mining projects across US

The White House on Friday said it will fast-track permitting for 10 mining projects across the United States as part of President Donald Trump's push to expand critical minerals production.

19/04 Sky Blues ready for ‘must-win’ battle

Sydney FC skipper Rhyan Grant says the Sky Blues can ill-afford to dwell on the disappointment of their AFC Champions League Two exit if they are secure an A-League top-six berth.

18/04 Gasly puts Alpine on top in first Saudi F1 practice

Pierre Gasly was surprise top of the timesheets for Renault-owned Alpine in first practice for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix on Friday.

18/04 Chevron and other companies exit Egypt’s Red Sea concessions, redirect resources

A number of multinational oil and gas companies including Chevron have exited their Red Sea oil and gas concession blocks after making no finds and have channelled their resources elsewhere in the country, the Egyptian petroleum ministry said.

18/04 Us: Trump in preparation to join hands with China; Said on EU- Any hurdle over the tariff deal in a meeting with Meloni?

US President Donald Trump's notes have started changing after imposing 245 percent tariffs on China. Trump is now preparing to join hands with China. He expressed confidence of reaching a good trade agreement with China. Trump said that we are going to make a deal. I think we are going to do a very good deal with China. Along with this, he ...

18/04 Wright on track at Bells Beach

Tyler Wright’s pursuit of a third Bells Beach crown started in style on Friday with a heat win over reigning world junior champion Luana Silva and Erin Brooks.

18/04 Ex-Socceroo to leave Sky Blues

Former Socceroos goalkeeper Andrew Redmayne is set to part ways with Sydney FC after eight and a half seasons with the Sky Blues.

18/04 City star injured again

Mathew Leckie’s injury-riddled season continues, with the Socceroos stalwart ruled out of Melbourne City’s squad for Saturday night’s showdown with Western Sydney Wanderers due to a hamstring problem.

17/04 Trump funding freeze upends agricultural research at US universities

From its earliest days in 1906, when the University of California secured a small stretch of fertile soil in the state's Central Valley, a quiet promise took root - that this place, originally called University Farm, would someday grow mighty.

17/04 Australia jobs rebound in March, markets still stuck on rate cuts

Australian employment rebounded in March, recovering from a one-off dive the previous month, while the unemployment rate came in slightly below forecasts, showing a labour market that remains healthy but does not stand in the way of policy easing.

17/04 Stocks, dollar on back foot as trade war, Powell comments weigh

Asian stocks wavered on Thursday after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell warned of the risk of slowing growth and rising prices due to tariffs, while the uncertainty around U.S. trade policies kept the dollar rooted near three-year lows.

17/04 More Japanese embracing foreign rice, even before it became a tariff topic

When a severe rice shortage sent prices skyrocketing in Japan last year, Tokyo restaurant owner Arata Hirano did what had once seemed unthinkable: he switched to an American variety.

16/04 Australia PM, politicians took $147,000 of match tickets while weighing sports betting ban

Polls show that three-quarters of Australians want a ban.

16/04 Shares fall in Asia as Nvidia curbs fan worries, gold hits record

Shares fell in Asia on Wednesday as AI darling Nvidia took a hit from U.S. curbs on chip sales to China, highlighting the damage to come in a tit-for-tat global trade war, while gold hit a record and the dollar stayed under pressure.

16/04 Australia pins hopes on Lions, World Cup revenues after posting $23m loss

Rugby Australia (RA) reported a A$36.80 million ($23.33 million) loss for 2024 on Wednesday after embarking on a costly programme to integrate loss-making Super Rugby Pacific teams and spending millions propping up the Melbourne Rebels before they collapsed.

15/04 au to get a discount of up to 16,500 yen by changing the Galaxy S25/S25 Ultra and Pixel 9a

KDDI is running a campaign where you can discount the price of the device if you subscribe to the "au Manager Activity Plan +" at the same time as changing your model to the target model. The eligible models are the Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Google Pixel 9a, and the discount amount is 11,000 yen. These three models can also be used at the same time as a 5,500 yen discount with the "5

15/04 Vettel hails self-critical Norris as 'real role model'

Four-times world champion Sebastian Vettel praised Lando Norris as a "real role model" on Tuesday and said the Formula One leader's open self-criticism was a strength rather than weakness.

15/04 Breakingviews - Small countries sit at nexus of tariff trade-offs

Among the many absurdities of Donald Trump's global trade war is the inclusion of Singapore and Australia on his naughty list. The U.S. President slapped the 10% baseline tariff, which will apply to nearly all countries, on both with very little justification.

15/04 Asia shares rise, bonds hold steady on some tariff reprieve

Asia shares edged slightly higher on Tuesday, helped by gains in auto companies after U.S. President Donald Trump suggested he might grant exemptions on auto-related levies already in place.

14/04 Stella hails Norris for shielding team from blame

Formula One leader Lando Norris was unsparingly self-critical after suffering setbacks in Bahrain at the weekend but McLaren principal Andrea Stella said the driver was being unfair on himself and taking blame for the team.

14/04 Gold is an uncertain certainty amid Trump tariff turmoil

As U.S. President Donald Trump ratcheted up his tariff war on the world, gold kept climbing in lockstep to reach a succession of record highs.

14/04 Australia's ruling Labor could retain power with slim majority in May vote, poll shows

Australia's ruling centre-left Labor party could retain power with a slim majority after a national election on May 3, a widely-watched poll said on Monday, marking a reversal of sentiment from February, when voters wanted it out of office.

14/04 Bally's swooped for Star after Australian casino group's fire sale, chairman says

Bally's Corp considered waiting for Star Entertainment to enter voluntary administration before investing but feared the Australian casino group would have been too hard to rescue, the U.S gaming firm's chairman, Soo Kim, told Reuters.

14/04 Wall St futures make cautious gains as tariffs change

Wall Street share futures rallied in Asia on Monday after the White House exempted smartphones and computers from "reciprocal" U.S. tariffs, though gains were limited as President Donald Trump warned levies were still likely at some point.

13/04 Power drives global affairs today, not rules – what Africa’s strategies should be

Africa needs a new strategy to engage with the more complex global order.

13/04 Australia's Albanese pledges A$10 billion for first-time home buyers as election looms

Australia's government said on Sunday it would spend A$10 billion ($6.29 billion) on grants and loans to build up to 100,000 homes to help would-be home buyers get on the property ladder, ahead of a May 3 general election that has housing affordability as a key issue.

13/04 Veteran Smith claims first win in eight years in El Salvador

South African veteran Jordy Smith took his first world championship tour victory in eight years at the Surf City El Salvador Pro on Saturday, while Hawaiian powerhouse Gabriela Bryan carved her way to the win in long, overhead waves.

12/04 Piastri on pole in Bahrain for his 50th F1 start

Oscar Piastri piled the pressure on McLaren teammate Lando Norris by taking pole position in Bahrain on Saturday for his 50th Formula One race, with the championship leader qualifying only sixth.

12/04 Not even Dhoni can halt Chennai's slide in IPL

Even the great Mahendra Singh Dhoni seems unable to arrest the spectacular side of Chennai Super Kings, who succumbed to their fifth consecutive defeat of the new Indian Premier League season on Friday.

11/04 Inconsistent Alcaraz downs Fils to reach Monte Carlo semis

Carlos Alcaraz huffed and puffed into the Monte Carlo Masters semi-finals with a 4-6 7-5 6-3 victory against local favourite Arthur Fils, who will be ruing his missed chances on Friday.

11/04 Piastri confident McLaren will stay strong all year

Oscar Piastri has dismissed talk of McLaren being slowed by a rule change in June and says he expects the champions to stay strong all season.

11/04 au releases smart ring "EVERING" - Visa touch payment available

KDDI and Okinawa Cellular have announced that they will be selling the EVERING (ZC series), a smart ring that can be used with Visa's touch payments. It is released at the same time and can be purchased at au shops and UQ spots. The price is 21,450 yen. "EVERING" made from zirconia ceramic as the material is Visa's touch payment system, and you just have to hold the ring up to pay at a compatible

11/04 Australia's Monash IVF admits 'error' after woman gives birth in embryo swap

One of Australia's biggest IVF providers said it accidentally implanted the embryo of the wrong couple into a woman who learned of the mistake after giving birth, with the company's initial investigation putting the mistake down to "human error".

11/04 Stocks, dollar sink, bonds pummelled again as trade war roils markets

The anxiety has sparked a rush into safe havens, sending the Swiss franc soaring to a decade high against the dollar, and gold to a new peak.

10/04 Copper output from Chile's Codelco slips 6% in February

Copper production from Chilean state-run miner Codelco dipped 6% year-over-year in February, data from copper commission Cochilco showed on Thursday, slipping to 98,100 metric tons.

10/04 Aboard a nuclear-powered submarine, 'everything changes on a dime'

"The role of the fast attack submarine is so dynamic that everything changes on a dime," U.S. Navy Commander Jeffrey Corneille said off the coast of Western Australia on the nuclear-powered submarine USS Minnesota in March.

10/04 Exclusive: AUKUS nuclear submarine sale under scrutiny as Trump tariffs rattle Australia

The sale of nuclear-powered submarines to Australia under the AUKUS treaty faces new doubts as U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs take hold, and amid concern in Washington that providing the subs to Canberra may reduce deterrence to China.

10/04 Rybakina steers Kazakhstan to win over Australia in BJK Cup

World number 10 Elena Rybakina showed all her battling qualities to beat Kimberly Birrell 6-3 7-6(4) and give Kazakhstan an unassailable 2-0 lead over seven-times champions Australia in their Billie Jean King Cup qualifier in Brisbane on Thursday.

10/04 New Zealand, Australia speak to other countries on buttressing free trade

New Zealand and Australia said on Thursday they are each working with other nations on a possible joint response to shore up free trade against a barrage of U.S. tariffs.

10/04 Australia turns down China's offer to 'join hands' to fight US tariffs

Australia on Thursday declined Beijing's proposal to work together to counter U.S. tariffs, saying instead it would continue to diversify its trade and lower its reliance on China, its largest trading partner.

10/04 Stocks surge in relief rally after Trump pauses tariffs

Global stocks rallied, the dollar found footing and a manic bond selloff stabilised on Thursday after U.S. President Donald Trump said he would temporarily lower the hefty duties he had just imposed on dozens of countries.

09/04 Norris arrives in Bahrain with Verstappen in hot pursuit

Formula One leader Lando Norris has Max Verstappen breathing down his neck and only a point separating the pair ahead of a Bahrain Grand Prix that could trigger a change at the top on Sunday.

09/04 Australia study finds more than one-third of sport supplements contain banned substances

More than one-third of sport supplements available online in Australia contained substances banned by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), according to a survey commissioned by the national doping watchdog.

09/04 Western intelligence agencies warn spyware threat targeting Taiwan, Tibetan rights advocates

Western intelligence agencies warned on Tuesday of an increasing threat from Beijing's security services to use malicious mobile phone applications to surveil Taiwanese independence activists, Tibetan rights advocates and others opposed by the Chinese government.

09/04 RBNZ cuts rates as tariffs loom, economists expect more stimulus

New Zealand's central bank cut its benchmark rate on Wednesday, as widely expected, signalling a greater readiness to lower borrowing costs further as the economy faces headwinds from weak demand and trade barriers.

09/04 Bond rout starting to sound market alarm bells

U.S. Treasuries extended heavy losses on Wednesday in a sign investors are selling even their safest assets as a global market rout unleashed by U.S. tariffs takes an unnerving turn towards distress and a dash for the safety of cash.

09/04 Stocks slide in Asia as recession fears pummel sentiment, oil hits 4-yr lows

Stocks in Asia extended a slide on Wall Street as President Donald Trump looked set to press ahead with 104% tariffs on Chinese goods.

08/04 Saudi's Ma'aden weighs foreign partner for minerals processing pact

Saudi Arabia's flagship mining company Ma'aden is considering choosing at least one of four foreign firms to form a rare earths processing partnership, three sources with knowledge of the matter said, as the kingdom bids to become a global critical minerals hub.

08/04 Trump attacked Australian beef, but industry looks like tariff winner

On the day Donald Trump announced tariffs on imports from a dizzying number of countries last week, the U.S. president gave a special mention to Australian beef.

08/04 Japan leads Asian equity bounce, yields rise on trade optimism

Asian stocks bounced off 18-month lows and U.S. stock futures pointed higher on Tuesday, as markets caught their breath after recent heavy selling on hopes that Washington might be willing to negotiate some of its aggressive tariffs.

08/04 Bringing the war home: Gaza threatens to reshape an Australian election

Sydney non-profit worker Az Fahmi was once a dedicated volunteer for Australia's ruling Labor party, handing out pamphlets to get her local representative, Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke, re-elected.

07/04 Children found malnourished in Greek migrant camp, MSF charity says

Medical charity Doctors Without Borders (MSF) said on Monday it had identified the first cases of malnourished children in a migrant camp on the Greek island of Samos, which has been criticized by rights groups for dangerous living conditions.

07/04 Verstappen proves a point at Suzuka but challenges remain

World champion Max Verstappen exploded the idea that McLaren might absolutely dominate the Formula One season with victory at the Japanese Grand Prix at the weekend, but the Dutchman was by no means certain he would be able to repeat the feat elsewhere.

07/04 Trump tariffs to slow Australia's economy but recession not expected, Treasurer says

Australia will be able to manage the direct impact of U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs but economic growth will take a hit as the global economy slows, Treasurer Jim Chalmers said on Monday.

07/04 New Zealand aims to nearly double defence spending to 2% of GDP

New Zealand said on Monday it would boost defence spending by NZ$9 billion ($5 billion) over the next four years, and aim to nearly double spending to 2% as a share of GDP in the next eight years, at a time of rapidly growing tension worldwide.

07/04 "Giant" Dahl drama and Benjamin Button shine at London's Olivier Awards

"Giant" starring John Lithgow as author Roald Dahl and a musical reimagining of "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" were among the many winners at Britain's Olivier theatre awards on Sunday, picking up three prizes each.

07/04 Wall St futures, oil dive, markets bay for quick US rate cuts

Asian markets faced more turmoil on Monday as fears of a global trade war saw Wall Street futures plunge, while investors wagered the mounting risk of recession could see U.S. rates cut as early as May.

06/04 Verstappen wins Japanese Grand Prix for fourth straight year

Verstappen crossed the line in his Red Bull for his 64th grand prix victory to a huge ovation from the 115,000 crowd some 1.4 seconds ahead of McLaren's championship leader Lando Norris in second place.

06/04 Australia's Albanese pledges A$2.3 billion to help homeowners buy solar batteries

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Sunday pledged A$2.3 billion ($1.39 billion) to help homeowners buy batteries to store solar power and lower their energy costs, a major issue in the May 3 general election.

05/04 Our Most-Saved Easter Recipe Is 'Perfect in Every Way'

This holiday-favorite dish tastes like home.

05/04 Verstappen conjures up stunning pole lap at Suzuka

World champion Max Verstappen took pole position for the Japanese Grand Prix on Saturday, stunning the McLarens with a late flying lap to put his Red Bull at the front of the grid for the fourth year in a row at Suzuka.

05/04 McLarens fastest in third practice at Suzuka

Lando Norris put McLaren top of the timesheets in third practice for the Japanese Grand Prix on Saturday with a sizzling lap of one minute 27.965 seconds that bettered Max Verstappen's time for pole position last year.

05/04 US starts collecting Trump's new 10% tariff, smashing global trade norms

The initial 10% "baseline" tariff took effect at U.S. seaports, airports and customs warehouses at 12:01 a.m. ET (0401 GMT) on Saturday, ushering in Trump's full rejection of the post-World War Two system of mutually agreed tariff rates.

04/04 Nowhere to hide: Trump tariffs leave trading partners cornered

U.S. trading partners have few good options in their trade war with President Donald Trump, other than to sue for peace.

04/04 China hits back hard in global trade war with tariffs on US goods

China announced additional tariffs of 34% on U.S. goods on Friday, the most serious escalation in a trade war with President Donald Trump that has fed fears of a recession and triggered a global stock market rout.

04/04 Fuming Spurs boss Postecoglou sees future with AI referees after VAR intervention

Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou bemoaned the time-consuming VAR process that saw Pape Sarr's goal chopped off in their 1-0 defeat at Chelsea on Thursday and said football was heading towards being refereed by artificial intelligence.

04/04 Hackers strike Australia's largest pension funds in coordinated attacks

Hackers targeting Australia's major pension funds in a series of coordinated attacks have stolen savings from some members at the biggest fund, according to a source with knowledge of the matter, and compromised more than 20,000 accounts.

04/04 Melbourne Cricket Ground to beef up security after two charged with guns at football match

Officials will tighten security at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) after a "disappointing" breach that allowed two men to bring guns into the stadium at an Australian Rules football match on Thursday.

04/04 Shares bruised, dollar crumbles as Trump tariffs stir recession fears

Stocks limped to the end of the week on Friday, the dollar was set for its worst week in a month while gold flirted with a record peak as investors feared U.S. President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs would tip the global economy into a recession.

03/04 Trump's tariff formula confounds the world, punishes the poor

Ridiculed for imposing trade tariffs on frozen islands largely inhabited by penguins, Donald Trump's formula for calculating those levies has a serious side: it is also hitting some of the world's poorest nations hardest.

03/04 Australian beef farmers say Trump tariffs to boost price of US hamburgers

At a cattle auction in Australia's lush Southern Highlands, an auctioneer shouts from a gantry over the din of nearly 2,000 cows waiting to be bought.

03/04 Trump stokes trade war as world reels from tariff shock

President Donald Trump's move to impose sweeping tariffs on U.S. imports on allies and rivals alike sparked threats of retaliation, intensifying a global trade war that threatens to stoke inflation and raising fears of recession.

03/04 Navarro says players' demand for more prize money at majors is about fair treatment

American Emma Navarro said she had put her name to a letter signed by the world's top tennis players calling for significant improvements in prize money at the four Grand Slams as a way to ensure players receive equal treatment.

03/04 A tiny Australian outpost gets a steep Trump tariff despite few exports

For Richard Cottle, owner of a concrete-mixing business on Norfolk Island, there was only one explanation when U.S. President Donald Trump unveiled a hefty 29% tariff on the tiny territory about 600 miles off eastern Australia: "it was just a mistake".

03/04 Trump tariffs: List of global responses and countermeasures

Governments around the world pledged counter measures on the U.S. after President Donald Trump unveiled on Wednesday a new baseline 10% tariff on goods from all countries plus reciprocal tariffs on those that his administration says have high barriers to U.S. imports.

03/04 How world leaders reacted to Trump's tariffs

U.S. President Donald Trump said he would impose a 10% baseline tariff on all imports to the United States and higher duties on some of the country's biggest trading partners, drawing defiant responses from leaders and governments around the world.

03/04 Dollar slips as investors seek safe havens after US tariffs

The dollar slid broadly on Thursday and the euro firmed after President Donald Trump announced more aggressive-than-expected tariffs against U.S. trading partners, jolting the markets as investors sought safe havens such as the yen and Swiss franc.

03/04 Australia says US tariffs 'not act of a friend' but rules out reciprocal move

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Thursday the decision by U.S. President Donald Trump to impose tariffs was "not the act of a friend," but ruled out placing reciprocal tariffs against the United States.

03/04 Canada, Mexico not subject to new global rates as fentanyl tariff still in place

Mexico and Canada avoided fresh tariffs on Wednesday with President Donald Trump exempting the United States' top trading partners from his new 10% global tariff baseline, although previous duties remain in place.

03/04 White House fact sheet accompanying Trump's new tariff orders

President Donald Trump on Wednesday unveiled sweeping global tariffs of at least 10% on goods imported from most U.S. trading partners.

03/04 Instant view: Hefty Trump tariffs surprise markets, S&P futures slide

U.S. President Donald Trump further escalated a trade war on Wednesday by announcing he would impose reciprocal tariffs to match duties put on U.S. goods by other countries.

02/04 Punjab batsmen reaping rewards of working with positive Ponting

Punjab Kings batsmen Nehal Wadhera and Prabhsimran Singh said new coach Ricky Ponting had already made a big impact with his positive approach after the team continued their winning start to the new Indian Premier League season.

02/04 Australia's new Olympic chief hopes to leverage Brisbane 2032 in battle for talent

Incoming Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) chief Mark Arbib hopes the 2032 Brisbane Games will persuade the nation's talented young athletes to pursue medals over football careers.

02/04 Stocks on tenterhooks as Trump's tariff plans loom

Asian stocks stuttered on Wednesday, while the safe-haven gold was stuck near record highs as a nervous world awaited details of U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff plans, with investors fretting about the risks of an intensifying global trade war.

01/04 Australia players back Kerr to continue as captain

Sam Kerr is welcome back in the Australia camp and has her teammates' support to resume the captaincy when fit to play, according to midfielder Emily van Egmond.

01/04 Kasatkina looks ahead to new chapter under Australian flag

Russian-born Daria Kasatkina has not returned to the country in more than two years after coming out as gay and being one of the few players to have publicly spoken out against the war.

01/04 Stocks stabilise, gold hits record before Trump tariff reveal

Asian equities rose on Tuesday following Wall Street's overnight gains, while gold hit an all-time peak and Treasury yields fell as markets awaited details of U.S. President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs.

01/04 Australia retail sales edge higher as shoppers stay cautious

Australian retail sales rose modestly for a second straight month in February as a long-awaited cut in interest rates combined with slower inflation to boost consumer sentiment and spending power.

31/03 Gangs strike in Haiti's heartland as hundreds flee under heavy gunfire

Heavily armed gangs have struck the city of Mirebalais in central Haiti and stormed a local prison as hundreds of people fled the area under gunfire.

31/03 Focus: As ‘Buy Canadian’ grows, more US companies say retailers turning away their products

The "Buy Canadian" movement is sending new ripples of concern through the executive offices of U.S.-based consumer companies that banked on selling their products on Canadian retail shelves.

31/03 Housing dream turned nightmare weighs on Australian voters ahead of national election

On Sydney's urban fringe, a perfect storm of living cost and geopolitical pressures is brewing for Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and the electoral chances of his centre-left Labor government.

31/03 Stocks skid, bonds rally as tariff clock ticks down

Asia stocks followed Wall Street futures lower on Monday as investors struggled to price in the risk of imminent U.S. tariffs with so little still known about what form or scope the levies will take.

30/03 Australia's Albanese expects 'one-on-one' discussion with Trump on tariffs

Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Sunday he expected to have a one-on-one discussion with U.S. President Donald Trump on tariffs, as Washington prepares to announce new tariffs on its trading partners on April 2.

29/03 Moana Pasifika stun Crusaders, Reds go top in Super Rugby

Ardie Savea's Moana Pasifika produced a stunning 45-29 upset win over the Canterbury Crusaders in Christchurch on Saturday to deny the 14-times champions top spot in the Super Rugby Pacific standings after round seven.

29/03 Russian-born Kasatkina says she will now represent Australia

Russian-born world number 12 Daria Kasatkina on Friday announced that she will now represent Australia after her application for permanent residency was accepted by the government.

29/03 [US market conditions] Stocks fall sharply due to economic unrest, and the dollar fell below 150 yen - government bonds rising

The US stock market fell sharply on the 28th. Signs of weakness in consumer spending, the main driving force behind the US economy, have surfaced, and there are concerns that inflation may accelerate even further amid the trade war.

29/03 Australia's Albanese starts election campaign touting healthcare credentials

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese touted his Labor party's credentials on affordable healthcare on Saturday, the first full day of campaigning for a general election expected to have cost of living as a central issue.

28/03 All eyes on Gout as teen talent hits the track in Melbourne

Australia's fascination with up-and-coming sprinter Gout Gout may hit new levels on Saturday when the 17-year-old races in the 200 metres at the Maurie Plant Meet in Melbourne.

28/03 Exclusive: Indian state firms seek stake in SQM's lithium projects in Australia, sources say

Four Indian state firms are in talks with Chilean miner SQM to acquire a 20% stake in its two lithium projects in Australia for $600 million, four sources said, in New Delhi's biggest effort to secure supplies of the key EV battery metal.

28/03 Lucknow's six-hitting machine Pooran justifies top order slot

Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant said sacrificing the number three slot for Nicholas Pooran was well worth it after they beat Sunrisers Hyderabad on Thursday for their first victory of the new Indian Premier League (IPL) season.

28/03 Australia pours billions into missile procurement amidst global shortages

The Ukraine war and increased European defence spending are likely to slow Australia's plans to develop its own missile components' capability as it pushes ahead with a multibillion-dollar effort to acquire long-range strike missiles.

28/03 Red Bull demotion 'tough', says Lawson

Formula One driver Liam Lawson said his demotion by Red Bull after two races was "tough" but he is excited to work with his former team Racing Bulls.

28/03 Australia's Dutton focuses on suburban votes, was strict on borders before Trump

Peter Dutton, who seeks to become Australia's prime minister in a May 3 national election, is known as a plain-speaking conservative who has attracted suburban voters with tough crime and border protection policies over two decades in parliament.

28/03 Who is Anthony Albanese, Australia's prime minister seeking re-election?

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, seeking re-election in a tight race, is a pragmatic leader who pledged to end divisions but was set back by the failure of a referendum on Indigenous people and the headwinds of global inflation.

28/03 Explainer: What you need to know about Australia's upcoming election

Australia will hold a general election on May 3, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced on Friday.

28/03 Asia stocks slide, gold hits record high on US tariffs

Asian stocks fell on Friday with heavy selling in South Korea and Japan while safe-haven gold hit a record high as the latest tariff salvo from U.S. President Donald Trump stoked investor worries of an all-out trade war.

28/03 Australia PM Albanese calls national election for May 3

Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Friday called a national election for May 3, launching a five-week campaign that is set to be dominated by cost-of-living pressures.

28/03 RBA to hold rates steady in April, but cut again in May: Reuters poll

The Reserve Bank of Australia will keep its cash rate unchanged on Tuesday as it waits for concrete signs of easing inflation, according to a Reuters poll of economists, who mostly still expect two rate cuts this year with the next likely in May.

27/03 Crocodiles no issue but river current could scupper Brisbane rowing plans

The crocodiles that inhabit the Fitzroy River appear not to be too much of an issue but the water current could scupper plans to stage the rowing at the 2032 Olympics in Rockhampton, some 600 kilometres north of Brisbane.

27/03 ITF settles legal dispute with former Davis Cup partner Kosmos

The International Tennis Federation has settled its dispute with investment group Kosmos after their Davis Cup partnership was abruptly terminated in 2023.

27/03 Stocks skid, dollar at 3-week top as Trump announces auto tariffs

Asian shares skidded with Wall Street on Thursday while the dollar climbed to a three-week high after U.S. President Donald Trump announced new tariffs on all auto imports, ratcheting up a global trade war that risks fuelling inflation.

25/03 Australian government seeks to win back voters with household relief

Australia's government will dole out billions in cost of living relief measures in its budget on Tuesday to win back disgruntled voters ahead of a tough election in May, tipping the fiscal ledger back into the red after two years of rare surpluses.

25/03 Asian stocks rise on easing tariff worries; dollar perks up

Asian stocks rose on Tuesday, taking cues from the Wall Street, as the prospect of narrower-than-feared U.S. tariffs boosted risk appetite, while the dollar hovered near three-week highs after upbeat economic data provided some comfort.

24/03 James Hardie Defends $8.75 Billion AZEK Deal as Stock Slumps

James Hardie Industries Plc Chief Executive Officer Aaron Erter defended the company’s $8.75 billion acquisition of home-decking provider AZEK Co. as the deal triggered a stock slump amid uncertainty about the health of the US economy.

24/03 Futures buoyant as markets sail toward tariff storm

Financial markets made an optimistic start on Monday with U.S. stock futures rising and the dollar firm ahead of a week driven by data, and the threat of steep U.S. tariff hikes on the horizon.

23/03 Australia budget to dole out energy bill relief as general election looms

Australia's government said on Sunday that a federal budget this week would include an A$1.8 billion extension to a scheme to reduce energy bills, ahead of what is expected to be a closely-fought general election due by May.

23/03 Australia Treasurer Warns of ‘Seismic’ US Global Economic Shock

Australia’s Treasurer Jim Chalmers has warned the impact of the new US administration’s policies will have a “seismic” impact on the global economy, ahead of his fourth national budget due to be handed down on Tuesday.

22/03 Piastri takes first pole in China after sprint second

McLaren's Oscar Piastri seized the first proper pole position of his Formula One career at the Chinese Grand Prix on Saturday with the fastest lap yet around the Shanghai International Circuit.

22/03 Indonesia's Lewotobi Laki-laki volcano erupts; some Bali flights cancelled

Authorities said as they raised the alert status to the highest level, and an Australian airline cancelled some flights into Bali on Friday.

21/03 Wall St follows European stocks lower, dollar rises on tariff uncertainties

U.S. stocks followed their European counterparts lower and the dollar strengthened on Friday with few catalysts to stoke investor risk appetite amid lingering economic uncertainties and churning geopolitical tension.

21/03 AP Week in Pictures: Latin America and Caribbean

March 14-20, 2025 A woman cries after her friend died from a bullet wound when soldiers fired their guns into the air as a tribute during the funeral of two soldiers in Port-au-Prince, Haiti.

20/03 Asia shares track Wall Street higher as investors assess Fed outlook

Asia shares edged up on Thursday after a Wall Street rally as investor sentiment was lifted by the prospect that the Federal Reserve could still deliver two rate cuts this year, though the gains were limited by a pullback in Chinese equities.

19/03 Asian stocks meander, yen soft as BOJ stands pat on rates

Asian stocks were subdued on Wednesday and gold hovered near record highs as economic worries and a shifting geopolitical landscape kept risk appetite in check, while the yen was slightly weaker after the Bank of Japan held rates as expected.

19/03 Canada Strengthens Arctic Presence With $4.2 Billion Australian Radar System

Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada will beef up its military presence in the Arctic through increased year-round operations and a new Australian-developed radar system to detect incoming missiles.

17/03 ‘I’m an expert and these 20 vintage baby names are set for a major comeback’

According to a recent study old-fashioned names are experiencing a resurgence and research offers a list of names poised to come back in 2025.

13/03 Haiti police vow to ramp up fight against gangs after fresh attacks

More than 1 million people have been displaced by the violence, with gangs in control 85% of Port-au-Prince, according to a UN human rights expert.

11/03 Only seven countries met WHO air quality standards in 2024, data shows

Only seven countries met World Health Organization (WHO) air quality standards last year, data showed on Tuesday, as researchers warned that the war on smog would only get harder after the United States shut down its global monitoring efforts.

11/03 Global stocks selloff pauses as investors catch their breath

Tumbling stock markets and rallying Treasuries steadied somewhat in Europe, as a modicum of calm returned to markets after the previous day's dramatic moves when the Nasdaq saw its biggest one-day fall in over two years.

11/03 Exclusive: Trump seeks minerals refining on Pentagon bases to boost US output, sources say

U.S. President Donald Trump aims to build metals refining facilities on Pentagon military bases as part of his plan to boost domestic production of critical minerals and offset China's control of the sector, two senior administration officials told Reuters.

10/03 David Suchet reveals how he really feels about Poirot after 12 years

EXCLUSIVE - The legendary actor has also explained why he nearly turned down two new TV shows, including the chance to retrace Agatha Christie's steps

10/03 Fake plan to attack Australia synagogue fabricated by organised crime, police say

A fake plan to attack on a Sydney synagogue using a caravan of explosives was fabricated by an organised crime network in order to divert police resources, Australian police said on Monday.

10/03 Stocks fall, yen gains on Trump trade war, China deflationary woes

Wall Street futures sank and the safe-haven yen and Swiss franc strengthened early on Monday as building deflationary pressures in China added to growth worries from a fading U.S. economy and an escalating global trade war.

10/03 U.S. casino group Bally's says it's willing to rescue Australia's Star

U.S. casino group Bally's has offered Australia's Star Entertainment a A$250 million ($158 million) recapitalisation package that could give it majority control, adding it was "very open" to discussing a larger transaction.

09/03 India milk 'home' advantage to win Champions Trophy

India have won 22 of their last 23 completed matches.

09/03 Jorgensen double keeps Waratahs perfect as Chiefs, Reds slip up

The New South Wales Waratahs remain the only unbeaten team in Super Rugby Pacific after Dan McKellar's side handed the Western Force a 34-10 loss as the Waikato Chiefs and Queensland Reds both slipped to their first defeats.

09/03 West Australia's centre-left Labor party re-elected at state poll

The opposition failed to substantially weaken ruling center-left Labor and put pressure on Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.

09/03 Thousands of Australians without power as ex-tropical cyclone lashes Queensland

Heavy rainfall, damaging wind gusts, and coastal surf impact is expected to continue over the coming days, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said.

08/03 Western Australia polls to test popularity of Albanese's party

Voters across the state of Western Australia headed to the polls on Saturday, setting the stage for a final political contest before Prime Minister Albanese calls a national election that is due by mid May.

07/03 China loses private jets as other Asian growth spots emerge

A sharp fall in the number of private jets based in China in recent years shows the impact a weakening domestic economy, anti-corruption drives and the pandemic have had on the country's wealthiest, according to business aviation industry data and experts.

07/03 As Trump hails taking back of Panama Canal, Hong Kong Inc walks tightrope

Hong Kong's edge as a financial hub will erode further as the city becomes embroiled in China-U.S. tensions, with the flash sale of a Hong Kong-owned global ports business highlighting geopolitical volatility, executives and analysts said.

07/03 New Zealand’s top spy warns on China’s influence in the Pacific, backs Five Eyes

New Zealand’s top spy has warned of the security risks posed by China’s growing influence in the Pacific and said his agency would ramp up scrutiny of the Cook Islands after the nation deepened ties with Beijing.

07/03 Australia tells thousands to evacuate as tropical cyclone Alfred nears

Australia ordered thousands of people in its eastern regions to evacuate before Tropical Cyclone Alfred hits land on Saturday, as the storm brought heavy rain, huge waves and strong winds that cut off power, swamped beaches and shut airports.

07/03 Stocks stumble, bond selloff abates as investors take stock of US trade policy

Investors were met with some calm on Friday after a turbulent week besieged by U.S. trade policy confusion and a global rise in borrowing costs, as a steep selloff in bonds abated and currencies steadied, though stocks tracked Wall Street lower.

07/03 As US chip darlings struggle, some bet on software as next big AI play

U.S. chip stocks were the biggest beneficiaries of last year's artificial intelligence investment craze, but they have stumbled so far this year, with investors moving their focus to software companies in search of the next best thing in the AI play.

06/03 Stocks rise as tariff tensions ebb; euro firms ahead of ECB decision

Asian stocks rose on Thursday as investors held out hope that trade tensions could ease after U.S. President Donald Trumpexempted some automakers from tariffs for a month, while the euro stood tall ahead of the European Central Bank's meeting.

05/03 Dollar droops on Trump trade war; Hang Seng gains as NPC begins

The U.S. dollar hovered near a three-month low against major peers on Wednesday after the latest round of U.S. tariffs and countermeasures from Canada and China fuelled an escalating trade war.

04/03 Stocks slump with bond yields as Trump pushes ahead with tariffs

Stocks slumped and bond yields slid on Tuesday in Asia as investors braced for an imminent escalation in a global trade war with new U.S. tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China set to go into effect within hours.

04/03 Canada's biggest pension fund calls for economic diversification as tariffs hit

Canada must diversify its economy and position itself as more competitive on the global stage if tariffs promised by U.S. President Donald Trump take effect, Canada's biggest pension fund said on Tuesday.

03/03 As Trump and Zelenskiy clash, Ukraine minerals bonanza remains distant prospect

On snow-covered fields in central Ukraine, where some of the country's biggest proven lithium deposits are located, a small team of ecological consultants drop sensors into holes in the earth to measure water levels.

03/03 Haiti's criminal leader threatened "bloody aftershocks" after a police operation in his bastion of Port -au -Prince

Jimmy Chérizier, known as Barbecue, also denied rumors about his death that circulated on social networks. "We are still alive," he said

01/03 China Keeps Unprecedented Hold on Metals With Mining Push Abroad

China last year committed more resources than ever to mining abroad as part of Xi Jinping’s global infrastructure program, a new study found, underscoring its growing grip on the metals supply chain just as fears of over-reliance on Beijing grow around the world.

24/02 Violence in Haiti: An UN safety mission officer was killed during a gang confrontation

This is the first official of the multinational support forces that dies in fulfill

19/02 Surprising recipe made in 'panic' for Queen Elizabeth and the Queen Mother

Queen Camilla's son, Tom Parker Bowles, has shared the little-known story behind a family recipe.

14/02 Dollar falls through the perspective of the end of the war in Ukraine

The dollar has weakened in most major currencies amid perspectives of a possible end of the war in Ukraine, which drives appetite for risky assets.

12/02 Amnesty International details gruesome impact of gang violence on children in Haiti

Amnesty International has released a report that details the impact gang violence has had on children across Haiti and called for immediate action.

02/02 Inside incredible new HQ of one of UK's youngest multi-millionaires

The huge new headquarters has a mini-golf course, maze and a private chef cooking free meals for staff.

28/01 Peace in Sudan: a fresh mediation effort is needed – how it could work

A new approach to mediation is needed in Sudan, not simply a new mediator.

25/01 Keys fulfils Grand Slam ambition after banishing doubts with therapy

Madison Keys once suffered under the weight of expectation that one day, some day, she would achieve the Grand Slam success tipped for her since she was an 11-year-old prodigy.

25/01 Sinner eyes back-to-back Australian Open titles against Zverev

Defending champion Jannik Sinner will look to seal back-to-back Australian Open titles and deny second seed Alexander Zverev a maiden Grand Slam crown in the men's final on Sunday.

25/01 Djokovic takes aim at injury 'experts' after sour Australian Open exit

Djokovic rounded on his critics a day after retiring injured.

25/01 5 irresistible potato recipes to make in the air fryer!

The potato is one of the most versatile and loved ingredients in the world and in the air fryer it reaches a new level of crunchiness and flavor with less oil and much more convenience. Discover these 5 delicious recipes to try immediately:

25/01 Sparkling Keys stuns Sabalenka to win maiden Grand Slam title

The 29-year-old became the fourth-oldest first-time Grand Slam champion in the professional era, ending Sabalenka's bid for a third straight Melbourne Park crown.

25/01 Spurs 'playing with fire' by not signing players in January, says Postecoglou

Tottenham Hotspur are "playing with fire" if the North London club do not sign new recruits during the January transfer window, manager Ange Postecoglou said as the injury-hit squad continues to struggle in the Premier League.

24/01 Zverev fresh for Australian Open final after being spared gruelling Djokovic test

Alexander Zverev advanced to his third Grand Slam final, and first at Melbourne Park.

24/01 Thousands flock to see rare, smelly corpse flower bloom in Sydney

A rare plant known as the corpse flower bloomed in Sydney on Friday for the first time in more than a decade, emitting an odour likened to rotting flesh and delighting thousands who queued for a whiff.

24/01 Gadecki and Peers win Australian Open mixed doubles title

Australians Olivia Gadecki and John Peers battled back from a set down to defeat compatriots Kimberly Birrell and John-Patrick Smith 3-6 6-4 10-6 in the mixed doubles final at Melbourne Park on Saturday.

24/01 Australian Open 2025: Day 14 order of play with Sabalenka facing Keys in final

Sabalenka looking to become the first since Hingis to win three in a row.

24/01 Australian Open 2025: Djokovic retires injured to put Zverev in final

Novak Djokovic retired injured after losing the first set 7-6(5) against Alex Zverev to put the German through to his first Australian Open final.

24/01 Captain Cook statue in Sydney defaced ahead of Australia's national day

A statue in Sydney of British explorer James Cook, captain of the first Western ship to reach the east coast of Australia, was sprayed with red paint and damaged two days before Australia's national day, authorities said on Friday.

23/01 Haitians demand priority after government spends $3.8M for a brief visit from Colombia's leader

Haiti's government has invested more than $3.8 million to welcome Colombia's president. The money was used to more than double the runway at the airport in the coastal city of Jacmel, repair its streets, renovate its town hall and restore electricity to a population living in the dark for at least t

23/01 Battle of the big hitters as Sabalenka, Keys book Australian Open final

Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka and Madison Keys made rocky starts on Thursday but eventually secured contrasting victories to set up a heavy metal Australian Open final showdown that will pit two of the game's big hitters against each other.

23/01 Australian Open 2025: Day 13 order of play with Djokovic and Sinner in action

The Serb's bid for a record 25th Grand Slam title is picking up steam at just the right time.

23/01 ‘Scared’: Dangerous trend sweeps nation

Cameroon has long been one of the most dangerous countries for LGBTQ individuals in Africa.

22/01 5 irresistible potato recipes to make in the Air Fryer!

The potato is one of the most versatile and beloved ingredients in the world, and in the air fryer, it reaches a new level of crispiness and flavor with less oil and much more practicality. Check out these 5 delicious recipes to try now:

22/01 White House says order pausing IRA disbursements only applies to some programs

The White House said President Donald Trump’s order this week pausing the disbursement of funds appropriated under his predecessor’s signature climate and infrastructure laws mainly applies to programs that discourage fossil fuel development or boost electric vehicles.

22/01 Africa without borders could help the continent prosper – what’s getting in the way

African leaders’ authoritarian practices, domestic power struggles and governance failures have undermined efforts to create a ‘United States of Africa’.

22/01 Shelton slams Australian Open interviewers for not being 'respectful'

Australian Open semi-finalist Ben Shelton has taken the Grand Slam's on-court interviewers to task for being "disrespectful" to players.

22/01 Trump's EV rollback not expected to suppress appetite for critical minerals

U.S. President Donald Trump's rollback of electric vehicle targets may temporarily slow demand for lithium and other critical minerals, but is unlikely to hamper the mining industry amid surging global EV demand, analysts and industry leaders said.

22/01 Sublime Sinner stops De Minaur and surges into Australian Open semis

Defending champion Jannik Sinner dismissed eighth seed Alex de Minaur 6-3 6-2 6-1 to reach the Australian Open semi-finals and extend the country's decades-long wait for another homegrown singles winner at the Grand Slam on Wednesday.

22/01 Friendship on hold as Sabalenka meets Badosa, Swiatek faces Keys barrier at Australian Open

Paula Badosa and Madison Keys will be out to prevent a dream Australian Open final when they face Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek, respectively, in Thursday's semi-finals at Melbourne Park.

22/01 Keys no longer feeling pressure to win elusive Grand Slam title

Once paralysed by the pressure to win a Grand Slam title, Madison Keys is now at peace with her lot as she prepares for a blockbuster Australian Open semi-final with Iga Swiatek.

22/01 Lions star recovering well from surgery

Lions defender Jack Payne says teammate Eric Hipwood’s recovery from a groin problem that hampered him last season is on track ahead of Brisbane’s 2025 AFL premiership defence.

22/01 Swiatek charges into Australian Open semi-finals

A rampaging Iga Swiatek stormed into her second Australian Open semi-final with a 6-1 6-2 centre court demolition of eighth seed Emma Navarro.

22/01 Wallabies skipper warns of ‘massive risk’

Wallabies captain Harry Wilson hopes Australian players look at the “bigger picture” of the 2027 Rugby World Cup when deciding whether to risk national selection by signing with an overseas club.

22/01 Stocks bask in Trump glow, tariff uncertainty weighs on dollar

Global stocks gained on Wednesday as a flurry of new policies from U.S. President Donald Trump combined with robust corporate earnings to bolster investor optimism, while tariff uncertainty kept the dollar near two-week lows.

21/01 Vintage Djokovic quells Alcaraz challenge to reach Australian Open semis

Novak Djokovic beat young rival Carlos Alcaraz 4-6 6-4 6-3 6-4 in a gladiatorial battle worthy of a title clash to charge into the Australian Open semi-finals on Tuesday and remain in the hunt for a record 25th Grand Slam title.

21/01 Badosa stuns Gauff, Zverev downs Paul ahead of evening showdown

Paula Badosa stunned Coco Gauff to reach her first Grand Slam semi-final and Alexander Zverev overcame Tommy Paul to book his ninth as the Australian Open awaited the blockbuster Tuesday evening clash between Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz.

21/01 Zverev raises his game to down Paul and reach Melbourne semis again

Alexander Zverev played his best tennis when it mattered most to down Tommy Paul 7-6(1) 7-6(0) 2-6 6-1 on Tuesday and reach his third Australian Open semi-final in five years, keeping alive his dream of finally landing a Grand Slam title.

21/01 Gauff knows where she needs to improve after Australian Open exit

Coco Gauff said after her defeat by Paula Badosa at the Australian Open on Tuesday that she was departing the Grand Slam with clear ideas on what to improve in a welcome contrast to how she felt after her U.S. Open title defence ended last year.

21/01 Australian Open 2025: Day 10 highlights, results

Highlights of the 10th day of the Australian Open on Tuesday (times GMT):

21/01 Childcare centre torched in latest antisemitic attack in Australia

A childcare centre in Sydney was set alight early morning on Tuesday and antisemitic graffiti was sprayed on the wall, authorities said, the latest in a spate of attacks in Australia targeting the Jewish community.

21/01 Badosa downs Gauff to reach first Grand Slam semi-final

Spain's Paula Badosa stunned error-prone third seed Coco Gauff 7-5 6-4 in the quarter-finals of the Australian Open on Tuesday to reach the last four at a Grand Slam for the first time.

21/01 Shares and Treasuries choppy on Trump's plans for tariffs

Global shares and U.S. Treasuries were volatile on Tuesday, reversing a brief relief rally from early in the session in the first few hours of Donald Trump's new presidency after he announced plans for trade tariffs on neighbouring countries.

21/01 Swiatek satisfied after WADA decide not to appeal her case at CAS

Iga Swiatek felt satisfaction and hoped for closure after the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) said on Monday that it would not appeal her case at sport's highest court.

20/01 The mystery of the ghost city where more than 85% of the inhabitants have fled their homes: why is it?

Gang violence has left the city in a state of abandonment, affecting not only homes but also educational and health institutions.

20/01 5 Irresistible potato recipes to make in the Air Fryer!

Potatoes are one of the most versatile and loved ingredients in the world, and in the air fryer, they reach a new level of crunchiness and flavor with less oil and much more convenience. Check out these 5 delicious recipes to try now:

20/01 Djokovic prepared for 'explosive' Alcaraz in Australian Open quarters

The Australian Open quarter-finals begin on Tuesday and fans are expected to pack Rod Laver Arena when 10-times champion Novak Djokovic meets Carlos Alcaraz, who is bidding to complete a career Grand Slam.

20/01 Sinner toughs it out through medical episode to reach last eight

Defending champion and top seed Jannik Sinner overcame a debilitating medical episode as well as Dane Holger Rune to reach the quarter-finals of the Australian Open for the third time with a 6-3 3-6 6-3 6-2 victory on Monday.

20/01 Australian broadcaster apologises to Djokovic, Serbian fans

Australian broadcaster Tony Jones has apologised to Novak Djokovic and fans of the Serbian for comments he made on TV on Friday night that the 10-times Australian Open champion considered "insulting and offensive".

19/01 Bank of Japan is expected to raise interest rates, if there is no upheaval after the inauguration of President Trump

Amid rising expectations for the Bank of Japan to raise interest rates, Governor Kazuo Ueda will judge the necessity of raising the policy rate at the monetary policy meeting on the 23rd and 24th. That is, unless there is a shock to the market in the first few days of President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration.

19/01 Zverev adds another left-handed victim on way to Australian Open quarters

World number two Alex Zverev credited his brother Mischa for his mastery of left-handers after beating a 26th in succession in Frenchman Ugo Humbert to reach the Australian Open quarter-finals on Sunday.

19/01 Djokovic reaches Australian Open quarters, seeks apology from broadcaster

Novak Djokovic trampled all over Czech 24th seed Jiri Lehecka to seal a 6-3 6-4 7-6(4) win and book a blockbuster clash with Carlos Alcaraz.

19/01 Alcaraz through to Australian Open quarters after Draper retires

It was the second time Draper had retired injured against Alcaraz, having cut short their 2023 match at Indian Wells due to an abdominal strain.

19/01 Gauff comes through Bencic test to reach last eight in Melbourne

Coco Gauff rallied from a set down to beat Belinda Bencic 5-7 6-2 6-1 on Sunday to reach the quarter-finals of the Australian Open and extend her winning streak from the start of the season to nine matches.

19/01 Medvedev fined $76,000 for Melbourne misconduct

Daniil Medvedev has been fined a large chunk of his Australian Open prize money for unsportsmanlike conduct at the year's opening Grand Slam, included a racket-smashing meltdown in the first round.

19/01 Sabalenka puts down teen challenge to reach quarter-finals

World number one Aryna Sabalenka brushed aside teenager Mirra Andreeva 6-1 6-2 to romp into the quarter-finals of the Australian Open on Sunday and remain on course for a third straight title.

18/01 Teen Tien reaches fourth round as Monfils stops Fritz

American Learner Tien kept the teenage revolution going at the Australian Open by reaching the last 16 on Saturday after 38-year-old Gael Monfils had made a statement for the older player with a stunning upset of fourth seed Taylor Fritz.

18/01 The secret of the popular Michelin pho restaurant in Hanoi

Au Trieu beef pho is famous and always crowded in Hanoi. It has its own secret with rich, turbid and rich broth.

17/01 Breakingviews - Glencore’s M&A bind requires bold coal cleanup

Gary Nagle is facing a tricky situation. The Glencore CEO has a mix of copper mines, which everyone wants, and a giant coal business, which his peers have all scrambled to exit in recent years. Dumping the latter won’t be easy, but it’s still Nagle’s best chance to get a seat at the sector’s M&A table.

17/01 Vintage Djokovic mangles Machac to reach Melbourne fourth round

Novak Djokovic stepped up a level in his Australian Open third round match against Tomas Machac on Friday, brushing the Czech aside 6-1 6-4 6-4 with a vintage performance to reach the second week at Melbourne Park for the 17th time.

17/01 Will the yen rise next week? Bank of Japan interest rates likely to rise - downside if Trump's speech is tumultuous

The yen price is likely to rise next week. It is highly likely that the Bank of Japan will decide on additional interest rate hikes at its monetary policy meeting on the 24th. While the rise in US interest rates has come to a halt, some are pointing out that there is room for the yen to appreciate to around 153 yen to the dollar. However, there remains a risk that the yen will weaken if the market

17/01 Battling Sabalenka into Australian Open fourth round, Alcaraz sparkles

Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka overcame a wobbly display to reach the Australian Open fourth round while Carlos Alcaraz was at his dazzling best despite a blip as warm and windy weather tested the composure of players on Friday.

17/01 Glencore and Rio Tinto's mining operations

Glencore approached Rio Tinto , late last year about combining the two big copper producers but the discussions are no longer active, a person familiar with the matter said.

17/01 Rio Tinto and Glencore discussed merger but talks no longer active, source says

Glencore approached Rio Tinto , late last year about combining the two big copper producers but the discussions are no longer active, a person familiar with the matter said.

17/01 Former home of Jewish leader vandalised, cars torched in Sydney

A home in Sydney previously owned by a senior Jewish community leader was vandalised on Friday morning and two cars were set on fire, with one spray painted with an antisemitic slur, Australian authorities said.

16/01 Mourners bury journalist killed in one of Haiti's worst attacks on reporters

The first of two journalists recently killed by gangs while covering the failed reopening of Haiti’s largest public hospital has been buried.

16/01 American qualifier Tien stuns Medvedev in late night epic

Inspired American teenager Learner Tien outlasted three-times Australian Open runner-up Daniil Medvedev to reach the third round with a 6-3 7-6(4) 6-7(8) 1-6 7-6(7) victory in a late-night epic on Thursday.

16/01 Cartier owner Richemont’s sales surge fuels hopes of luxury turnaround

Richemont , the owner of Cartier jewellery, on Thursday fuelled hopes of a revival for the beaten down luxury goods industry, with end-of-year sales that exceeded expectations, sending shares higher across the sector.

16/01 Djokovic backs Australian Open 2025 'coaching pods' but no mics please

Novak Djokovic wandering across the court to have a chat with coach Andy Murray mid-match has been one of the more novel sights of the 2025 Australian Open but the Serbian is keen that what is said remains between them.

16/01 Swiatek, Raducanu cruise to book Australian Open meeting

Iga Swiatek charged into the third round of the Australian Open on a bright and sunny Thursday before fellow Grand Slam winner Emma Raducanu booked an intriguing encounter against the second seed with a convincing victory.

16/01 Rybakina knocks out American teen Jovic to march into Australian Open third round

Elena Rybakina sent another teenager packing from the Australian Open on Thursday after the sixth seed beat American wildcard Iva Jovic 6-0 6-3 to move into the third round.

16/01 Stocks rise with US rate cuts back in view; yen at one-month high

Asian shares tracked Wall Street higher on Thursday and the dollar was soft as easing core U.S. inflation kept potential rate cuts by the Federal Reserve on the table, while the yen rose to a one-month high on rate hike bets.

15/01 Gauff survives Burrage barrage to reach third round

No party animal, Australian Open contender Coco Gauff said she might celebrate her coming 21st birthday by tackling an escape room rather than putting on a big bash with friends back in Miami.

15/01 Sydney on the move for AFC battle

Sydney FC is hoping for a crowd of at least 15,000 for its AFC Champions League Two round-of-16 first leg clash against Bangkok United next month after shifting the game to the club’s proper home ground, Allianz Stadium.

15/01 Baby boy on the way for Marnus

Cricket star Marnus Labuschagne says it will be a case of “all hands on deck” when his second child arrives in April.

15/01 Coffee lovers find grounds for complaint at Australian Open

Melbourne prides itself on serving up the world's best coffee, but finding a hot brew at the Australian Open has proved a challenge for some of the tens of thousands of fans attending this year's Grand Slam tennis tournament.

15/01 Alcaraz masters another lefthander in speedy Nishioka win

A relentless Carlos Alcaraz charged into the third round of the Australian Open on Wednesday with a 6-0 6-1 6-4 rout of Japan's Yoshito Nishioka, continuing his domination of lefthanders at Grand Slams.

15/01 Marnus goes into bat for ‘spunky’ Sam

Marnus Labuschagne has leapt to the defence of his Australian teammate Sam Konstas, whose exploits in the recent Test series against India have been ridiculed by sections of the English media, who described the young opener as a “cricketing version of Raygun”.

15/01 Zheng stunned at Melbourne Park, Sabalenka battles through

Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen was stunned by Germany's Laura Siegemund, while top seed Aryna Sabalenka made heavy weather of her second round match before going through.

15/01 Australia summons Russian ambassador over reports captured soldier killed

Australia summoned the Russian ambassador over reports a Melbourne man had been killed after being captured by Russia while fighting for Ukraine, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Wednesday.