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Australian Associated PressTennis mastermind backs de Minaur to challenge Sinner
Novak Djokovic's former strategist Craig O'Shannessy believes Alex de Minaur has his best chance yet to topple defending Australian Open champion Jannik Sinner.
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Once-in-a-generation call for sexual assault justice
A proposed shake-up of sexual assault trials would give victims independent legal representation in an effort to reduce costs and ensure a fair process.
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David Warner has Sydney Thunder believing again
Retired Test opener David Warner has had an impact on and off the field in his first full Big Bash League summer.
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Steve Smith feared he needed surgery on injured elbow
Steve Smith is preparing to face Sri Lanka in Galle, but the star Australia batter initially feared his elbow injury could require more surgery.
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'Mum guilt': parents battle growing school costs
As Australian parents deal with the ballooning cost of school supplies amid other cost-of-living pressures, a minor party is promising relief.
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Rivers, school and a park high priority in PFAS probe
Water authorities will face a hearing over their actions to monitor and detect toxic "forever chemicals", as governments list sites of likely contamination.
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Spotlight on universities as anti-Semitic attacks grow
A spate of anti-Semitic attacks has raised questions over Australia's social cohesion, with universities in the spotlight as an inquiry continues.
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Sixers' Henriques draws from 'good way' to lose
Sydney Sixers skipper Moises Henriques is proud of his side's fight despite a loss in the first game of Big Bash League finals series.
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Israeli army boss resigns over Oct 7 security breach
Israel's army chief Herzi Halevi's resignation had been widely anticipated in the wake of the deadliest single day in Israel's history.
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Prince Harry's court battle with Murdoch papers delayed
Prince Harry has always said his mission in the court battle against News Corp is not money, but to get to the truth.
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Capitol prisoners go free on Trump's first full day
With 200 executive orders on his first day, US President Donald Trump has started his second term with a bang.
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Djokovic outlasts Alcaraz in Australian Open classic
Novak Djokovic is just two wins away from claiming a record-breaking 25th major title after downing Carlos Alcaraz in an epic Australian Open quarter-final.
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Socceroos skipper Ryan seals Lens switch from Roma
Socceroos coach Tony Popovic will welcome skipper Maty Ryan sealing a move from Roma to Lens as the goalkeeper chases more playing minutes.
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Hurricanes hold out Sixers for Big Bash final spot
The Hobart Hurricanes have qualified for the Big Bash League final and will have a shot at their first title after beating the Sydney Sixers by 12 runs.
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Badosa beats Gauff to advance to Open semi-finals
Fully-fit and playing the best tennis of her life, Spanish former world No.2 Paul Badosa is through to the Australian Open semi-finals for the first time.
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Sabalenka survives Pavlyuchenkova to reach Open semis
Two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka has fought past Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova in three sets to reach an Australian Open semi-final against Paula Badosa.
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Finals-chasing Western United thump Glory in ALW
Western United have claimed a straightforward 4-1 win over Perth Glory, including a spectacular goal from defender Grace Maher.
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Starmer vows to lead change after Southport murders
Britain's prime minister says the failure to prevent the Southport murders should be a "line in the sand".
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Former North coach Shaw signs as Suns' AFLW boss
Former North Melbourne AFL coach Rhyce Shaw has been appointed Gold Coast's new AFLW mentor.
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Fuming Zverev almost knocked over by a feather
No.2 seed Alexander Zverev had a meltdown over a feather disrupting play, but still beat Tommy Paul in four sets to reach the Australian Open semi-finals.