3 h. ago Make Mother’s Day count with gift ideas she will really love

It’s just around the corner, but don’t panic. We’ve got you covered with a handpicked selection of presents, no matter what she enjoys.

Politics

3 h. ago Inside North’s Kane Cornes ban: Why the ‘Sheezey Street’ jibe was the last straw

Kangaroos footy boss Todd Viney revealed the ban on Wednesday morning after Cornes’ stinging criticism this week of skipper Jy Simpkin and young gun Harry Sheezel.

Politics

3 h. ago Young gun joins suspended Curtis on sidelines: AFL experts’ tips and teams for round eight

Paul Curtis will miss North’s prime-time clash with Essendon as he starts his controversial ban, but he won’t be the only important Roo missing. Here are the teams and tips for round eight.

Economics

3 h. ago 'Stressful time' for Lightning Adelaide as club's future unsure

A Lightning Adelaide player has spoken about the stress she is facing as the club's future appears bleak.

Politics

7 h. ago A political tide is turning across Europe, and at its centre is a hard truth

A plan to ban hybrid cars has been quietly delayed and a third runway at Heathrow is back on the table as easy green promises crumble under the weight of harsh reality.

Politics

8 h. ago Ross Lyon savages ‘broken’ tribunal; Blue’s ban overturned; AFL warns clubs of rule crackdown

Lyon hit out at the system that handed a young Saint a six-week ban for a four-match sanction. Meanwhile, Blues star Adam Cerra is free to play on Saturday after having his striking ban overturned.

Events

9 h. ago ‘Vindictive bullying behaviour’: North ban Kane Cornes over player comments

North footy boss Todd Viney made the sensational revelation on Wednesday morning after Cornes’ stinging criticism this week of skipper Jy Simpkin and young gun Harry Sheezel.

Politics

10 h. ago Star Blue’s ban overturned; AFL warns clubs of rule crackdown

Adam Cerra was initially given a one-match ban for striking Jack Bowes in the Blues’ victory over Geelong on Sunday.

Events

10 h. ago North slap ban on Kane Cornes over ‘personal and vindictive’ commentary

North footy boss Todd Viney made the sensational revelation on Wednesday morning after Cornes’ stinging criticism this week of skipper Jy Simpkin and young gun Harry Sheezel.

Politics

11 h. ago Purcell ban shows how much grey exists between the black and white of tennis

The punishment given to Australian player Max Purcell is ludicrous when compared to the other high-profile doping bans the sport has seen in the past year.

Events

11 h. ago Canada’s prime minister schools the world: stand up to the bully, win the election

The world is no longer standing in America’s shadow. It is learning, quickly and with no small amount of fear, how to stand on its own.

Politics

11 h. ago The next Djokovic? Aussie named after Novak taking tennis world by storm

Novak Palombo is the best 12-year-old tennis player on the planet, and just returned from training with Alex de Minaur in Europe.

Events

11 h. ago Order 142 and counting: How Trump has used his pen to change America in 100 days

It is the most consequential start of a term of any American presidency, with Donald Trump taking direct aim at law, media, public health and culture.

Politics

12 h. ago ‘Is that a kangaroo?’: Runaway Sheila causes chaos on US highway

The escaped pet was spotted hopping along the road, stunning locals and snarling traffic as state troopers were forced to shut down both sides of Alabama Interstate 85.

Events

13 h. ago Albanese ‘happy’ to ban annoying texts, won’t commit to make it happen

Mining magnate Clive Palmer’s Trumpet of Patriots has been sending large volumes of texts but the mainstream parties also have a history of using unsolicited messages.

Politics

17 h. ago ‘They are calling’: Trump confirms Albanese has been trying to speak to him

US President Donald Trump is aware the Australian government has been trying to contact him to discuss trade – and he is yet to take the call.

Politics

17 h. ago The world is consumed by Trump’s chaos. In MAGA heartland, they’ve barely noticed

Polls show the president has lost his sheen. But from “Hog’s Haven” to a hair salon in rural Kentucky, Americans who voted for Donald Trump still think he’s their best chance.

Politics

17 h. ago This corner milk bar is now a destination cafe with added Bontempelli magic

Roll up for pancakes with blueberry compote, buffalo fried chicken rolls and generous breakfast plates at the AFL superstar’s new cafe – and no, it’s not in Footscray.

Politics

17 h. ago Chaotic, wild and history making: This is Trump’s first 100 days

Tariffs, Zelensky and mass deportations. Yet Donald Trump managed to do much more in his first three months as President of the United States.

Politics

22 h. ago Homework, bullies and pets: Jeff Kinney on why kids love his books

The American author’s Diary of A Wimpy Kid series is the fourth bestselling book series of all time - and not just in kids’ books.

Politics