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Aussie dominance in cricket World Cups similar to Roger Federer's in Grand Slams

Australia's domination of the cricket World Cup is like Roger Federer's domination at the tennis majors from Wimbledon 2004 to Australian Open 2010. Either Federer or the players who defeated Federer (Marat Safin, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Juan Martin Del Potro) won the 23 Grand Slams held in that…

The Times of India · Nov 11, 2023

ICC World Cup: What will happen if India's semi-final is washed out by rain

NEW DELHI: India, South Africa and Australia have already entered the semi-finals of the ICC World Cup 2023; and it's only a matter of time before New Zealand complete the line-up by officially becoming the fourth semi-finalist.

The Times of India · Nov 11, 2023

Australia's offer of climate migration to Tuvalu residents is groundbreaking – and could be a lifeline across the Pacific

For many years, I have been calling for the Australian government – along with other governments – to play its part in assisting Pacific communities affected by the adverse impacts of climate change and disasters.

The Conversation · Nov 11, 2023

Healy wants to lead Australia through transition period

Alyssa Healy has put her hand up to take over from Meg Lanning as Australia's next cricket captain and lead the team's generational transition.

AAP · Nov 11, 2023

World Cup: Australia aim to win big against Bangladesh

PUNE: Escape to victory lifts a team. There is no escaping this sports truism. But despite the stunning match-winning unbeaten double hundred by Glenn Maxwell, it will be hard to argue that the batter was in total control of his shots. Plus, Afghanistan had put them on the mat and…

The Times of India · Nov 11, 2023

Australian arms exports to Israel in focus amid court case, port protests

Legal action and protests at Australian ports put spotlight on Australian weapons exports to Israel.

Al Jazeera · Nov 10, 2023

The country offering visas to climate change victims

New climate-based immigration plan will grant visas to 280 Tuvalu nationals each year

The Independent UK · Nov 10, 2023

Aussies unprepared for nastier summer bites and stings

Too many Australians don't have the knowledge to prepare for chance summer encounters with snakes, spiders and other venomous animals, experts warn.

AAP · Nov 10, 2023

Listening for 40 years: the history of a queer helpline

A service run for and by LGBTQI Australians has provided a listening ear for those struggling with sexuality and discrimination for more than four decades.

AAP · Nov 10, 2023

Maxi's turned himself into bowling threat too: Vettori

Glenn Maxwell's miraculous batting shouldn't disguise what a weapon he has also become with the ball as Australia approach the business end of the World Cup.

AAP · Nov 10, 2023