5 h. ago Hamas releases American hostage in goodwill gesture toward Trump administration

The release of Israeli-American soldier Edan Alexander could lay the groundwork for a new ceasefire deal with Israel.

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5 h. ago Hamas releases US hostage in goodwill gesture towards Trump administration

The release of Israeli-American soldier Edan Alexander could lay the groundwork for a new ceasefire deal with Israel.

Politics

13 h. ago ‘I was a bit scared’: The moment Jorgensen thought Lions dream was over

After a cruel World Cup blow and an injury scare this season, Waratahs star sets his sights on the British and Irish Lions series.

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17 h. ago In Middle East, Trump plans to focus on business deals, not geopolitics

The swing through deep-pocketed Middle East monarchies marks the first major international travel of Trump’s second term and shows the president’s priorities.

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26 h. ago Last surviving American hostage in Gaza to be released, Hamas says

The group says Edan Alexander will be handed over as part of efforts to establish a ceasefire, reopen crossings into the territory and resume the delivery of aid.

Events

3 d. ago ‘A sartorial middle finger’: The $8500 clutch shaped like a coffee cup

Plus: Get ready for the weekend with these fresh diversions.

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3 d. ago McKay’s perfect strike seals Carlton’s gutsy victory over St Kilda

McKay’s match-winner also ensured “Spud’s Game” would not be overshadowed by the so-called Tom De Koning Cup.

Events

3 d. ago Could Rory McIlroy play at the Australian Open and reignite the tournament?

The recently crowned US Masters champion is being wooed by Golf Australia for another crack at the Stonehaven Cup this year.

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3 d. ago ‘Umpires did not see injured player’: AFL explains why play continued after Schultz was toppled

Lachie Schultz’s coach and captain agree play should have stopped immediately when he lay dazed in the middle of Optus Stadium, but the AFL says their four umpires simply did not see the battered Magpie.

Sport

4 d. ago ‘The aggression has to stop’: Penny Wong blasts Greens, Liberals over Israel

Labor believes its electoral success has vindicated its attempt to craft a balanced and moderate policy on the vexed issue of the Middle East.

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4 d. ago No child, anywhere, should grow up like the children I saw in Gaza

As an Australian aid worker I’m haunted by what I’ve seen in Gaza. Why is the Western world turning a blind eye to this humanitarian crisis?

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4 d. ago Schofield backs veteran to fire in Gosford Cup defence, whatever the weather

Trainer Mick Price and jockey Chad Schofield are confident Hezashocka is building nicely towards back-to-back Gosford Gold Cups.

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4 d. ago The titan and the terrier: How Roger Cook outfoxed the brains behind a ‘commercial colossus’

Make no mistake, WA’s Premier gave a firm middle finger to National Rugby League bosses when he waited until they had settled into their flight to WA to announce the Perth Bears NRL deal.

Society

5 d. ago Marnus firms for opening role as Australian squad for Test final takes shape

Marnus Labuschagne is favoured to join Usman Khawaja at the top of the order and tip out Sam Konstas when Australia faces South Africa to bid for back-to-back World Test Championship titles at Lord’s next month

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5 d. ago Marnus firms to pip Konstas for opening role as Australian squad for Test final takes shape

Marnus Labuschagne is favoured to join Usman Khawaja at the top of the order and tip out Sam Konstas when Australia faces South Africa to bid for back-to-back World Test Championship titles at Lord’s next month.

Politics

5 d. ago Netanyahu’s move to seize Gaza won’t save the hostages, and he knows it

Absent of any realistic post-conflict plan, Israel’s forces will end up occupying Gaza or sections of it without any foreseeable strategic outcome.

Events

6 d. ago In failing to sanction Rioli, the AFL is flipping players the bird

Though the AFL has happily fined players for giving the finger this year in pantomime moments of by-play, it decided against fining Willie Rioli for allegations of a post-match threat. They choose their moments to be offended most at Docklands.

Sport

6 d. ago How George Pell could shape the outcome of the papal conclave – from beyond the grave

The divisive Australian cardinal privately labelled Francis’ papacy a “catastrophe” and plotted to install a more conservative successor.

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6 d. ago Who is Renee Coffey, the Labor candidate who ousted the Greens’ Chandler

The newly minted MP for Griffith says the electorate was not impressed by her predecessor’s “grandstanding”.

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7 d. ago How Magic Round cured and created these huge State of Origin headaches

Magic Round delivered again in Brisbane, and now State of Origin selectors and coaches should have a clearer idea in some areas of how their teams take shape.

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