3 h. ago Body found after bear attacks man on Hokkaido mountain in Japan

The victim’s friend saw the man fighting off the bear while bleeding from his leg, before being dragged away into a bush along the trail leading to the summit of Mount Rausu.

Events

19 h. ago NRL 2025 LIVE: Three Dragons knocked out in clash with Warriors

The Dragons are out to keep their slim finals hopes alive, before the Roosters fight for a top eight spot when they face the Bulldogs. Follow all the action.

Events

20 h. ago NRL 2025 LIVE updates: Warriors face Dragons; Bulldogs take on Roosters

The Dragons are out to keep their slim finals hopes alive, before the Roosters fight for a top eight spot when they face the Bulldogs. Follow all the action.

Events

22 h. ago Vegan activist Tash Peterson fights to attend UK festival in face of bankruptcy woes

Controversial vegan activist Tash Peterson is not letting bankruptcy and the removal of her passport get in the way of flying overseas to speak at “the world’s biggest vegan camp out”.

Politics

23 h. ago ‘Not a time for silence’: More than 30 authors quit Bendigo Writers Festival

The festival is due to start this weekend but the opening night gala and the closing event have been cancelled along with a number of other sessions.

Culture

25 h. ago ‘Made money from violence against women’: Women’s groups demand AFL ditch Snoop Dogg at grand final

Groups fighting to end violence against women say the rapper is a “dangerous” choice of headline act for the pre-game entertainment.

Sport

28 h. ago They used to be hated. Now, Melbourne is throwing a party for these ‘sky puppies’

Melbourne’s “misunderstood” bats are finally getting the celebration they deserve at a festival centered around a beloved local landmark.

Politics

42 h. ago Carlton vs Collingwood AFLW LIVE: Blues fight back after hot Collingwood start; Snoop Dogg could commentate AFLW

Welcome to our AFLW blog for round one. Throughout the season, follow along for updates from every game, as well as news and analysis across the round.

Politics

43 h. ago Authors ditch Bendigo Writers Festival over freedom of speech concerns

The festival’s code of conduct says speakers must “avoid language or topics that could be considered inflammatory, divisive, or disrespectful”

Culture

45 h. ago Genius Childcare boss fined for handling proceeds of crime as investigators chase missing millions

Darren Misquitta escaped conviction but his legal woes may be just beginning as investigators search for missing millions from his childcare empire and allege breaches of company law.

Events

52 h. ago WA news LIVE: Perth hills driver to fight charges over Christmas Day head

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Politics

52 h. ago WA news LIVE: Measles warning after three cases linked to Perth

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Events

54 h. ago Assault charges after beachfront erosion fight turns violent

A Central Coast councillor and her husband have been charged after community debate over a proposed seawall turned violent.

Events

57 h. ago What’s it like to have a son who does MMA? Ask our deputy PM

On the night of this year’s federal election, Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles had a very different fight on his mind.

Politics

2 d. ago $45 million contract fight: Why the Chicago Bulls are playing hardball with Josh Giddey

Australian star Josh Giddey is seeking a monster pay day but the Chicago Bulls are offering a much lower figure. Who has the upper hand?

Economics

2 d. ago Police investigating after beachfront erosion fight turns violent

A beachfront homeowner fighting erosion and a Central Coast councillor have accused each other of assault after debate around a proposed seawall turned violent.

Events

3 d. ago ‘Follow him into battle’: The Wallabies enforcer inspiring teammates to fight their corner

Giant lock Will Skelton conspicuously went to war with the Lions in the recent series, and it may have provided the inspiration for the Wallabies to shock in South Africa as well.

Sport

5 d. ago All on the line: Who will score the double chance and who will miss finals?

While this may not have been one of the greatest AFL seasons in terms of the number of teams fighting for a finals spot, the permutations within the top eight over the final fortnight of the home-and-away campaign are intriguing.

Sport

6 d. ago 11 charges, $13,400 in fines after NRL’s wild night of fights and high shots

The Roosters and Dolphins brought the fireworks, but it’s Cronulla who will lose a star forward for the rest of the NRL season.

Politics

6 d. ago The strident critics of Netanyahu’s Gaza escalation who’ll actually have to carry it out

Israel’s military leadership has said it prefers a new ceasefire instead of renewed fighting, and the chief of staff has raised concerns about troop exhaustion.

Politics