6 h. ago What happens when some of the NRL’s biggest stars spend a week in Tonga

The Tongans kick-started their Pacific Championships campaign by returning to the Pacific island – and this is what happened.

Economics

10 h. ago Mollie O’Callaghan broke a world record. Kaylee McKeown decided to do the same

Australia’s Olympic swimmers continue to dazzle on the world stage, with Kaylee McKeown breaking a world record.

Politics

12 h. ago Sussan Ley turns focus back to tax, industrial relations amid Coalition ructions

The opposition leader has vowed to return to core Liberal policies after the Coalition went to the last election opposing Labor tax cuts.

Economics

16 h. ago Beside Trump, Prabowo was in his happy place – at home it’s a different story

The Indonesian president returns from the backslapping at Egypt to plummeting approval ratings and his signature policy embroiled in a crisis of his own making.

Politics

17 h. ago The Wallabies’ complicated – and comedic – reunion with ‘uncle Eddie’

The Wallabies’ memories are still fresh of the chaotic 2023 season under Eddie Jones. But a high player turnover, injuries and Spring Tour selection strategy may take some heat out of a spicy reunion in Tokyo.

Politics

3 d. ago ‘I learned a lot from Eddie’: Why returning Wallaby still has time for old coach Jones

Carter Gordon has revealed the motivation behind his switch back to rugby from the NRL, which is set to kick off with the Test against Eddie Jones’ Japan next weekend.

Politics

3 d. ago ‘I learnt a lot from Eddie’: Why returning Wallaby still has time for old coach Jones

Carter Gordon has revealed the motivation behind his switch back to rugby from the NRL, which is set to kick off with the Test against Eddie Jones’ Japan next weekend.

Politics

3 d. ago Cancelled, criticised and complicated as ever, M.I.A. returns to the stage

The pop provocateur returns to Australia, tin foil hat and all.

Politics

3 d. ago Chances are you’re about to lose: Gambling slump a new reality for sports and media

In this edition of On Background, the questions hanging over gambling advertising, media companies and the biggest deal in town; a News Corp loyalist spotted in Nine’s offices; Sky cancels another guest; and Kyle and Jackie O’s KIIS of death.

Politics

3 d. ago ‘Come and visit’: Indigenous elders meet the King – and say he’s welcome back at Uluru

King Charles spoke to Anangu leaders to mark the 40th anniversary of the day the Australian government handed Uluru back to its traditional owners, who say they would love to host him on a return visit.

Politics

4 d. ago First funerals held for Israeli hostages after remains returned

Anger has continued to increase over the 19 other hostage bodies that remain in Gaza as Hamas insists they have handed over all the remains they can reach.

Politics

4 d. ago A deal without merit: Behind Essendon’s ‘ridiculous’ Merrett demand

Hawthorn considered Essendon’s demands for a Zach Merrett trade “ridiculous”. He now has to return to his club, while the relations between the Hawks and Bombers are poor.

Politics

4 d. ago ‘Trashing conventions’: Coalition cries foul over PM’s pick for plum job

Labor in opposition criticised Scott Morrison for his pick of a “partisan operative” to an important national intelligence job. The Coalition says Anthony Albanese has just done the same thing.

Politics

4 d. ago Labuschagne’s Ashes spot all but sewn up as Konstas goes back to drawing board

Every sign is pointing to the likelihood that Marnus Labuschagne will make a quick return to the Australian Test side at Sam Konstas’ expense.

Politics

4 d. ago US denies Hamas violating deal as it tries to keep fragile peace plan on track

The Trump administration is gently pushing back against Israeli concerns about the slow release of the remaining dead hostages.

Politics

4 d. ago National Gallery of Victoria returns painting to Jewish family after 20

The 16th century painting Lady With a Fan has been returned to the heirs of a Jewish couple forced to sell it before fleeing Nazi Germany in the late 1930s.

Politics

4 d. ago Hamas returns more hostages as Trump warns Israel could resume fighting

The president said he would allow Israel to “knock the crap” out of Hamas if the group refused to disarm.

Events

4 d. ago RAAF returns with war stories after patrolling Eastern Europe

An Australian surveillance aircraft is flying home after nightly patrols during Russia’s air assault on Ukraine as NATO’s chief underlines the importance of partnerships with Australia and other Asian countries.

Events

5 d. ago As it happened: Trump demands Hamas return hostage bodies to Israel, six Palestinians killed by Israeli fire; Instagram limits teens to PG

Follow along as we bring you the latest live news updates from Australia and beyond.

Events

5 d. ago Frances died at this dangerous intersection two years ago, but it is yet to be fixed

A coroner has urged Maribyrnong council to improve safety at the road outside the much-criticised Josephs Road precinct in Footscray.

Politics