Iraqi forces press ahead with Tikrit offensive
Iraqi military forces shell Islamic State positions in western Tikrit as Baghdad aims to re-take the city following its fall to militants last summer. Nathan Frandino reports.
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A New York appeals court has overturned Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction and ordered a new trial.
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Red-hot GWS Giants belt struggling Brisbane in Canberra
The GWS Giants have moved to 6-1 for the AFL season, easily accounting for the Brisbane Lions at Manuka Oval in Canberra.
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Munster the magician as Storm thrash South Sydney
Melbourne have demolished South Sydney 54-20 in their Anzac Day clash, with Cameron Munster starring with four try assists and a try of his own.
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'Europe could die': Macron calls for stronger defences
French President Emmanuel Macron has stressed the need for stronger defences in Europe against the backdrop of war in Ukraine, security and economic challenges.
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Five share early lead as fog stops play in Japan
There was a five-way tie for the lead when play was stopped early because of darkness on the first day of the ISPS Handa Championship in Japan.
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Man charged with murder after man dies, woman injured
A 26-year-old man will front court in Queensland charged with murder and attempted murder after a man was found dead and a woman was critically injured.
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New NFL Academy on Gold Coast to unearth next Mailata
An NFL Academy, the first ever set up in Australia, will be based on the Gold Coast to provide a pathway for athletes from school right through to the NFL.
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Merrett wanted more time, McRae backs AFL draw
The draw has again split opinion, with Essendon skipper Zach Merrett among those who wanted extra time to settle a gripping AFL contest against Collingwood.
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Anzac Day clash one out of the top draw for Pies, Dons
Essendon and Collingwood have traded blows in a stunning first Anzac Day draw since 1995, producing a classic in front of 93,644 fans at the MCG.
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Walker leads Roosters' 60-18 thrashing of Dragons
St George Illawarra have been crushed by the Sydney Roosters, with Sam Walker starring in a 60-18 NRL demolition.
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Boys charged with terror offences, church rioter bailed
Further charges are possible after three boys were accused of conspiring to prepare for a terrorist attack, following a bishop's live-streamed stabbing.
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Eagles rest young gun Harley Reid for Suns clash
West Coast's hopes of posting three wins in a row have taken a double hit due to the absence of Harley Reid and Tom Barrass.
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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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Woman finally returns to apartment after being locked out for 4 years: 'What the hell?'
What she discovered when opening the door is probably not what you'd expect for a unit that was apparently empty for four years.
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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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Nation commemorates Anzac Day to remember the fallen
Veterans, defence personnel and their families proudly displayed service medals on marches in honour of those who died or were injured defending Australia.
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Mass stranding kills 29 pilot whales
After an hours-long rescue mission, the majority of a pod of up to 160 whales stranded at a beach in Western Australia have been saved.
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Solemn dawn before thousands march through Sydney
From silence at dawn to reverent crowds and boisterous behaviour around betting circles, Anzac Day has been marked in many places and many ways across NSW.
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Answers needed over China's swim drug tests: Australia
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.