43 m. ago Alex de Minaur is about to break into the world’s top five. He couldn’t care less

A constant focus on his ranking “consumed” Australia’s top male player last year. In 2026, he’s trying to stay more chilled – even though he’s on the brink of a career high.

Politics

60 m. ago The stench that overwhelmed Sydney airport’s air traffic control tower

As the gateway heaved during a busy holiday period, air traffic controllers were facing an unusually fetid issue – the raw smell of sewage.

Transport

60 m. ago My love letter to ye olde postie Will he mind if I email it?

Letter writers and coin collectors of the world unite! Our analogue days are numbered.

Politics

3 h. ago Trump says he’d accept Nobel Prize from winner Machado. It doesn’t work like that

The US president said he’d heard that the Peace Prize winner, Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, wanted to give him the prize and that it would be “a great honour”.

Politics

4 h. ago ICE agent’s video shows moments before fatal Minneapolis shooting

Mobile-phone footage captured the moments leading up to the shooting of driver Renee Nicole Good and the immediate aftermath.

Events

5 h. ago Sydney weather LIVE: BoM issues extreme heatwave warning, temperature to hit 43 degrees

Much of the state is braced for extreme or severe heatwave temperatures. Hot, dry, windy conditions have led to an extreme fire danger for Greater Sydney region and much of the south-east.

Events

8 h. ago The Say Nothing author on what he looks for in a story and his intriguing Australian connection

Patrick Radden Keefe shot into the literary stratosphere after his book about Northern Ireland, Say Nothing, was name-checked by Dua Lipa and Sarah Jessica Parker. His new book is one of the most hotly anticipated titles of 2026.

Politics

8 h. ago From Traralgon to Covent Garden: How Victoria’s ‘Billy Elliot’ became a Royal Ballet star

Now a principal with one of the world’s most prestigious ballet companies, Calvin Richardson has some advice for young dancers on how to stay true to themselves.

Politics

9 h. ago Iranian authorities struggle to contain growing demonstrations

Iran’s supreme leader derided demonstrators as “vandals” and mocked President Donald Trump’s promise to intervene if protesters were killed.

Politics

9 h. ago ‘Can I come see you for 10 minutes?’: Before she shocked the world, this US star sent an Aussie a text

Amanda Anisimova enjoyed a career-best season last year, making two grand slam finals, but her Australian best friend played a key role.

Events

16 h. ago United Cup 2026 LIVE: De Minaur defeats Hurkacz to keep Australian hopes alive

It all comes down to the mixed doubles, as John-Patrick Smith and Storm Hunter fight for a spot in tomorrow’s semi-finals. Follow all the action.

Politics

19 h. ago Magpies star Bobby Hill granted leave of absence from the club

The 2023 Norm Smith medallist is taking a leave of absence from the Magpies as he deals with personal issues.

Politics

19 h. ago Volkswagen issues recall on luxury SUV due to potential fire risk

An urgent recall has been issued for a luxury Volkswagen SUV due to fears it could pose a major fire risk.

Events

19 h. ago United Cup 2026 LIVE: Swiatek dominates against Aussie teen with victory in 56 minutes

Alex de Minaur must win against Poland’s Hubert Hurkacz if he wants to keep Australia’s United Cup hopes alive. Follow all the action.

Politics

20 h. ago ‘I’ve read the speculation’: Craig Tiley addresses US tennis links for the first time

Tiley has transformed the Australian Open into the country’s biggest sporting and entertainment event, but he’s been linked to a shock defection.

Politics

20 h. ago eSafety Commissioner demands crackdown on Musk’s AI ‘nudify’ images on X

World leaders including the UK’s Keir Starmer are vowing to crack down on Elon Musk’s platform over the surge in sexually explicit images generated by Grok.

Events

22 h. ago Star British author Zadie Smith joins dozens of authors boycotting Adelaide Writers’ Week

Local and international writers have pulled out of one of the country’s best-loved writers’ festivals after Palestinian-Australian Dr Randa Abdel-Fattah was removed from its program.

Politics

22 h. ago ‘Bad for Australia’: Investors question $300bn Rio Tinto, Glencore merger

International mining company Glencore reveals it has re-engaged with Rio Tinto about a deal that would create the world’s biggest mining company.

Economics

22 h. ago ‘Tool of repression’: Iran is cut off from the internet as protests intensify

The government has previously enforced internet blackouts during moments of crisis.

Politics

22 h. ago With the Ashes secured, now it’s time to start regenerating this Australian side

The most difficult period for selectors is when a team is nearing the end of its cycle. It’s time for the Australian selectors to start looking to the future.

Politics