Migrants at bigger risk of beach drownings Beach safety education needs to be targeted at migrant communities which account for nearly half of all drownings on Australia's beaches. AAP · Jan 26, 2022
Ukraine conflict can 'come home quickly' Europe's ambassador to Australia Michael Pulch says any conflict with Russia would have global repercussions, citing the shooting down of MH17 in 2014. AAP · Jan 26, 2022
ASX falls into correction mode after early gains, US Federal Reserve says rate hike likely in March The Australian share market closed in the red after shedding early gains. It follows losses on Wall Street amid concerns about a US rate rise as early as March. ABC News · Jan 26, 2022
Katie drinks more than she should. Research shows more middle-aged women are doing the same One in five women between the ages of 45 and 60 are consuming alcohol at "binge-drinking" levels, according to a new Australian study. That is more than previous generations, and it is prompting calls for more support to combat the issue. ABC News · Jan 26, 2022
Daniil Medvedev Shares Inspiration in Comeback Win at Australian Open Medvedev: “I asked myself ‘What would Novak do?’” Sports Illustrated · Jan 26, 2022
No decision on ‘fully vaccinated’ definition as at least 72 Covid deaths recorded – as it happened This blog is now closed The Guardian - AU · Jan 26, 2022
Latest Tennis odds as the Australian Open approaches finals weekend The Inside Track brings you the latest tennis odds as the sport's finest battle it out at the Australian Open Daily Mirror · Jan 26, 2022
Powerchair ace hoping 2022 will be the year for Three Lions glory in Qatar and Australia England powerchair footballer Marcus Harrison is hoping that his team will soar to World Cup success in Sydney - two months before Qatar 2022. Liverpool Echo · Jan 26, 2022
Morning mail: Coalition senators join calls for Covid inquiry, tensions over Russia, fears for fish stocks Thursday: Liberal and National senators back opposition calls for an inquiry into Australia’s pandemic response. Plus: WA’s border closure causes ‘chaos’ for universities The Guardian - AU · Jan 26, 2022
Mark McGowan concedes 'some inconsistencies' around new WA COVID travel rules From February 5, some West Australians returning from overseas will be able to isolate at home, while others continue to be forced into hotel quarantine. So who is affected and why are the rules changing? ABC News · Jan 26, 2022
Australians in Ukraine describe 'two different realities' as life continues amid threat of Russian invasion For many people in Ukraine, life is continuing as normal, with some believing the West is "overreacting" to Russia's mobilisation of troops on its border. But analysts warn the threat of an invasion is real. ABC News · Jan 26, 2022
Pub rock tennis: How Nick Kyrgios and Thanasi Kokkinakis are bringing crowds back to doubles What Nick Kyrgios and Thanasi Kokkinakis are doing isn't for everyone but it's helping bring new life to doubles tennis, writes Nick Campton. ABC News · Jan 26, 2022
Prince Andrew officially denies Virginia Giuffre abuse allegations and asks for jury trial In an 11-page document, lawyers for Andrew set out the duke’s response to Ms Giuffre’s allegations Wales Online · Jan 26, 2022
Rafael Nadal Inching Toward Record Slam at Australian Open, But a New Rival Looms In our latest mailbag, we look at the men's draw, television schedules and Tennis Australia's handling of #WhereIsPengShuai attire. Sports Illustrated · Jan 26, 2022
ABC News · Jan 26, 2022 The Loop: Astronomers reveal discovery of 'spooky' space object, national cabinet to meet today, huge Australian Open schedule Get up to date with today's headlines fast.
ABC News · Jan 26, 2022 COVID-19 oral antivirals have been embraced in the US and could be a pandemic game changer It sounds too good to be true: a course of antivirals you can take at home to alleviate your symptoms if you're at risk of dying or being hospitalised with COVID-19. But the drugs are landing in Australia in the coming weeks.
The Conversation · Jan 26, 2022 An unemployment rate below 4% is possible. But for how long? It would be nice to think Australia’s low unemployment rate – now 4.2%, the lowest since August 2008 – is here to stay.
The Conversation · Jan 26, 2022 'Life finds a way': here's how rainbowfish survive in Australia's scorching desert A trip into central Australia involves packing your 4WD to the brim with survival gear, water and food. Yet fish have managed to persist in that parched landscape for thousands of years – how do they do it?
Irish Mirror · Jan 26, 2022 TG4 celebrate Australia Day with brilliant Alf Stewart tweet as Home and Away star What's the Irish for 'flaming gallah?'
ABC News · Jan 26, 2022 Afghan orphans celebrate first Australia Day in Sydney On their first Australia Day, a group of children from Afghanistan played and sung in the cubby house of their new home in Sydney. Just four months ago, their life was far from idyllic.
The Canberra Times · Jan 26, 2022 Quarter of Aussies don't know about the Holocaust, survey finds A landmark survey has revealed gaps in Australians' knowledge and awareness of the Holocaust.
The Canberra Times · Jan 26, 2022 'Phenomenal': Ashes Test inspires Canberra girls As Australian cricket greats like Alyssa Healy, Ellyse Perry and Meg Lanning face off England in the Women's Ashes Test from Thursday, there will be potential future players cheering from the stands.
Belfast Live · Jan 26, 2022 Derry civil servant set to take new online business abroad with move to Australia "It's all so exciting and I can't wait to see what the future holds for the business."
AAP · Jan 26, 2022 Barty powers into Australian Open final Ash Barty has swept past Madison Keys in straight sets to become the first home hope to reach the Australian Open women's singles final in 42 years.
The Guardian - AU · Jan 26, 2022 Reality may bite for Socceroos with World Cup fate in precarious position Graham Arnold’s side are treading a fine line between success and failure with crucial games coming up against Vietnam and Oman