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Sports Integrity Australia chief David Sharpe wants an independent review into the handling of the positive drug tests of 23 Chinese swimmers.
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Bishop backs stabbing video staying online
The Sydney bishop stabbed during a live-streamed church service wants the videos of his attack to remain online, and has warned against curbing free speech.
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Richmond hopeful on Jacob Hopper hamstring injury
Luckless Richmond midfielder Jacob Hopper injured his hamstring against Melbourne but the Tigers believe it won't be another serious setback.
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Des drought over as Titans stun Warriors on Anzac Day
Des Hasler has scored his first win in charge of Gold Coast, whose fullback AJ Brimson inspired a stunning comeback defeat of the Warriors in Auckland.
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Malaria aid ramped up for southeast Asia, Pacific
The federal government has set aside $30 million to develop malaria treatment and detection programs in the Asia-Pacific, announcing it on World Malaria Day.
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'In his blood' for security guard to protect people
A family is in mourning as they come to terms with the death of a brother who sacrificed his life to protect a community from one man's stabbing rampage.
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Homicide investigation after man dies, woman injured
A 26-year-old man is in custody after a man was found dead and a woman was critically injured.
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Collingwood star Pendlebury reaches 10,000 possessions
Collingwood star Scott Pendlebury has become the first VFL/AFL player to reach 10,000 career possessions, reaching the milestone in the Anzac Day blockbuster.
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Thunder extend playoffs lead but wary of Pelicans
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 33 points as Oklahoma beat New Orleans 124-92 to take a 2-0 lead in their first-round Western Conference playoff series.
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Rebels' administrator proposes Super club rescue deal
The Melbourne Rebels' administrator is pushing a rescue deal for the debt-ridden Super Rugby Pacific club, with Rugby Australia to make the final call.
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Calls to cap student debt indexation after latest rise
University student debt will rise by 4.7 per cent from June, sparking calls for indexation to be capped.
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'I'm off to the Tigers', Turuva tells Penrith teammates
Wests Tigers have won the race for Fijian flyer Sunia Turuva's signature, with the winger informing his teammates at Penrith he is on his way out.
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Borrowers warned not to count on 2024 rates relief
Hotter-than-expected inflation data has likely pushed back the start date for interest rate cuts, a move that will keep pressure on mortgage holder budgets.
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Broncos all ears for Briers, unsung maestro of attack
Brisbane's attack has been on song under the tutelage of Warrington legend and Broncos assistant coach Lee Briers.
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Galvin's rise gives other Tiger cubs fresh belief
Lachlan Galvin's rise from a young hopeful to teenage star for his first home game at Campbelltown has given other Wests Tigers juniors renewed confidence.
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Twenty-six whales dead after mass stranding
A rescue mission has been launched to help a pod of up to 160 whales stranded at a beach in Western Australia, but 26 are already dead.
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Kelly Slater to make surprise showing at Gold Coast Pro
Kelly Slater's time as a full-time athlete on the Championship Tour is over, but the 11-time world champion will compete in at least three more events in 2024.
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Plath re-signs with Dolphins after perfect season start
Dolphins lock Max Plath has committed to the club until the end of 2027 after signing a new three-year deal.
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Giuliani among 18 charged in Arizona election scheme
Rudy Giuliani is among 18 people charged over a fake elector plot in Arizona, while former president Donald Trump is labelled an unindicted co-conspirator.
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Waratahs' injury curse complicates crucial Super run
All three of the NSW Waratahs' contracted hookers are sidelined, plus six other forwards, entering a crucial three-week stretch for the 2-6 Super Rugby side.