'All in our hands': Wallabies vow to take it to Ireland The Wallabies are hoping to seize the moment and win back fans with a statement win over Ireland in a high-stakes Nations Championship opener in Sydney. AAP · Jul 3
Why Cows Are Sacred in India: The Religious, Legal, and Bovine Reality Behind Hindu Veneration The Law Protects What the Temple HonoursTwenty-nine of India's thirty-six states and union territories have laws that restrict or outright ban cow slaughter. In Uttar Pradesh, the Uttar Pradesh Prevention of Cow Slaughter Act carries a penalty of up to ten years in prison. In Gujarat, it is a life… Times Life · Jul 3
How to watch Switzerland vs Algeria: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time for FIFA World Cup 2026, team news Here's how to watch Switzerland vs Algeria for free online and from anywhere as the unbeaten Swiss face a battle-tested Algeria in the World Cup last 32. TechRadar · Jul 3
The closure of Canberra’s Afghan embassy is another blow to people on the brink of losing hope After Kabul fell to the Taliban, consulates around the world became hubs of resistance. Now their light is dimming The Guardian - AU · Jul 3
Wider spread fears as bird flu emerges in third state A deadly strain of avian flu detected for the first time in NSW has prompted authorities to ramp up surveillance and industry containment measures. AAP · Jul 3
Postecoglou is exactly what Japan need after fifth-straight World Cup knockout loss The Samurai Blue’s toughest opponents are themselves. The Australian coach would help them kick down the door to football’s global elite The Guardian - AU · Jul 3
‘Don’t kill music’: Anthony Albanese’s favourite bands beg PM to stop AI companies from stealing their work A potential deal with the government would allow international tech companies to mine the creative work of Australian musicians. Some of the prime minister’s favourite artists told the Guardian how they feel about it The Guardian - AU · Jul 3
Australia vs. Egypt—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups Australia and Egypt both finished second during their group stage campaigns. Sports Illustrated · Jul 3
Recipient of heroin from flight attendant identified The intended recipient of heroin found in the luggage of a Thai flight attendant in Australia has been partly identified, while Thai authorities are attempting to locate the car that delivered the drugs to the woman’s residence in Bangkok. Bangkok Post · Jul 3
Why the Socceroos should be confident of a history-making World Cup win against Egypt History is possibly only 90 minutes away for the Socceroos as they gear up to face Egypt on Saturday morning (Australian time) in Dallas. The Conversation · Jul 3
England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt vows to go ‘toe-to-toe’ with Australia in T20 World Cup final IN FULL The Independent UK · Jul 2
Socceroos ‘prepared’ to face Egypt’s Mo Salah who is fit for last-32 clash after injury ‘We feel relaxed, we feel confident,’ says Australia’s Tony Popovic as Pharaohs coach Hossam Hassan ponders whether to start veteran The Guardian - AU · Jul 2
Going toe-to-toe with Australia is the way forward – England’s Nat Sciver-Brunt Australia claimed a 16-0 Ashes clean sweep 18 months ago that led to head coach Jon Lewis and captain Heather Knight losing their jobs. The Independent UK · Jul 2
How to watch Portugal vs Croatia: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time as Cristiano Ronaldo faces Luka Modric at FIFA World Cup 2026, team news Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric both start as Portugal face Croatia at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Here's how to watch the last-32 clash for free online and from anywhere. TechRadar · Jul 2
Cycling News · Jul 2 Aussies on Tour – The 11 riders from Australia lining up for the Tour de France 2026 A final edition for Luke Durbridge and a debut for Sebastian Berwick as various Aussies chase stages and help their leaders
The Guardian - UK · Jul 2 England book final date with Australia as Sciver-Brunt and Knight sink South Africa England will meet Australia in the final of the Women’s T20 World Cup after a 40-run victory over South Africa
AAP · Jul 2 Australians to face England in T20 World Cup final Australia will take on England in the Women's T20 World Cup final after the hosts overcame South Africa with 40 runs to spare in their semi-final.
The Guardian - AU · Jul 2 Morning Mail: AFP assesses Gaza war crimes allegation, median wealth falls, Socceroos aim to make history Brief handed to police by the Australian Centre for International Justice; Egyptian-Australians prepare for the big 4am showdown
The Conversation · Jul 2 After 250 years of American independence, what do Australians think about the US? Only rarely in the 250 years since the signing of the US Declaration of Independence has an 18-month period commanded as much global attention as the opening years of the second Trump administration.
AAP · Jul 2 'Shouldn't be happening': Kerr lashes A-League issue The uncertainty facing A-League Women players shouldn't be happening just three years after the Women's World Cup, says Matildas captain Sam Kerr.
The Conversation · Jul 2 If we force online platforms to control harmful content, where does that leave sex ed? Most of us have attended sex-ed classes in school. If we’re lucky, we’ll learn about consent and how to roll a condom onto a banana. But the classroom rarely goes into the specifics of sexual health and wellbeing – including what to do when a condom breaks.
The Conversation · Jul 2 Can tighter rules on short-stay rentals help the long-term market? There is a crisis of rental housing across Australia. Areas in major cities and regional Australia alike are facing extremely low rental stock and record high rents.
The Conversation · Jul 2 We can’t entirely blame COVID vaccine mandates for lower vaccination rates today. It’s not that simple Childhood vaccination rates have slumped globally. In several countries, people are more hesitant about getting vaccinated. Populist political actors promote distrust of government and scientific institutions. And the disinformation economy means we can’t agree on the facts behind policy debates.
The Conversation · Jul 2 Sea turtles diving through the eye of the storm help develop better cyclone forecasts Every summer, communities across northern Australia brace for the tropical cyclone season. Tropical cyclones draw their power from the warm seas, extracting heat and moisture from ocean water.
The Canberra Times · Jul 2 Kingston postie's final delivery was a farewell at the pub with the community This retiring postie had a great friendship with the hounds and humans of Kingston.