McLaren lacking aerodynamic load and efficiency as it learns Mercedes F1 engine McLaren team boss Andrea Stella says most of his Formula 1 team's deficit to Mercedes is down to the cars' aerodynamics Motorsport · Mar 14
‘Every lap is survival’: Max Verstappen reflects on F1 Chinese GP qualifying woe The four-time F1 champion Max Verstappen cut a disconsolate figure after qualifying eighth in Shanghai, saying Red Bull ‘have never had it this bad’ The Guardian - UK · Mar 14
Football, anthems and war: How Iran’s women’s football team became centre of an international incident IN FOCUS: The team were branded ‘wartime traitors’ by Iranian state media after choosing to stay silent during their country’s national anthem. Maira Butt looks at how the players became a symbol of defiance against a brutal dictatorship The Independent UK · Mar 14
China beat Taiwan to set up Matildas Asian Cup semi China had a goal rubbed off and a penalty saved, but they still did enough to beat Taiwan and set up a blockbuster semi-final showdown with Australia. AAP · Mar 14
Newspaper boss Antony Catalano on leave after being charged, Australian Community Media says ACM tells staff its chair and co-owner placed on leave of absence after arrest at apartment building The Guardian - AU · Mar 14
Rocchiccioli boosts claims with five-wicket haul West Australian spinner Corey Rocchiccioli has taken his second five-wicket haul of the Sheffield Shield season, helping bowl NSW out for 232. AAP · Mar 14
George Russell sees off Lewis Hamilton to win Chinese Grand Prix sprint race Hamilton had to settle for third as Russell – a winner in Australia six days ago – took the chequered flag 0.6 seconds clear of Charles Leclerc The Independent UK · Mar 14
UBlac Opens Sydney Office, Introducing a First-of-Its-Kind AI-Driven Branding Agency Model UBlac, the award-winning branding, marketing, and digital innovation company, has officially announced the opening of its new office in Sydney, Australia, marking a significant milestone in its international growth and reinforcing its position as a future-focused creative business. The Sydney opening represents UBlac’s expansion into the Australian market with a… inkl · Mar 14
Alanna Kennedy could be the best: Matildas coach Defender Alanna Kennedy is thriving in the midfield, with her five goals at the Women's Asian Cup giving her a shot at winning the tournament's golden boot. AAP · Mar 14
How Socceroos learned of playmaker's Croatian defection Portsmouth attacker Adrian Segecic has turned his back on the Socceroos and switched FIFA association from Australia to Croatia. AAP · Mar 13
No to the pushback: global spotlight on gender equality The United Nations is hosting its largest annual gathering on gender equality against a backdrop of pushback to hard won rights being felt around the world. AAP · Mar 13
Terrorism watchdog cool to political heat over religion The man tasked with reviewing Australia's terrorism laws amid pressure over a religious clause says any political decision remains with the attorney-general. AAP · Mar 13
Australia's famous flying doctors more needed than ever Healthcare access has long been a challenge for rural and regional communities but Australia's famous flying doctors are now in even more demand. AAP · Mar 13
Aberg surges to lead Players, Day heads Aussies Swedish golfer Ludvig Aberg has shot a nine-under-par 63 to lead The Players Championship, with Jason Day spearheading the Australian challenge. AAP · Mar 13
The Guardian - UK · Mar 13 How Mercedes stole a march to dominate F1 season opener and why it may continue George Russell and Kimi Antonelli took a one-two win in Australia and team’s ability to master dark art of energy management is paying off
AAP · Mar 13 Frederik and Mary visit Australia's best known landmark Traditional owners have welcomed Queen Mary and King Frederik to Uluru as the royals start a visit aimed at bolstering trade between Australia and Denmark.
AAP · Mar 13 I've got more to give: Kerr hopes best is still to come Australia are into the Women's Asian Cup semi-finals, and star striker Sam Kerr reckons her best is still to come despite already scoring three goals.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 13 Five Great Reads: the biggest jewelled egg in the world, the language that stumps Duolingo, and one thing you should do before you die Guardian Australia’s weekend wrap of essential reads from the past seven days, selected by Imogen Dewey
The Guardian - AU · Mar 13 Is Australia at war with Iran? The fine line between ‘defensive operations’ and complicity While its weapons, materiel and personnel are on their way to the conflict, Australia finds itself part of a coalition of the reticent, insisting its role is purely defensive
The Guardian - AU · Mar 13 Will AI take Australian jobs, or is it just an excuse for corporate restructure? More than 1,000 Australian tech jobs have recently been cut, with companies citing AI productivity gains. But that’s not the full story, experts say
The Guardian - AU · Mar 13 Matildas survive North Korea scare to book spot in Women’s Asian Cup semi-final Australia win 2-1 over Korea DPR in nervous tussle in Perth with goals from Kennedy and Kerr securing 2027 Women’s World Cup qualification
AAP · Mar 13 Matildas sink North Korea thanks to Kerr, Kennedy magic Australia have beaten North Korea 2-1 in a tense Women's Asian Cup quarter-final in Perth with goals from Alanna Kennedy and captain Sam Kerr..
AAP · Mar 13 Why Paralympics medal shocked Aussie snowboard star Pushing away memories of a nightmare banked slalom run four years prior, Australia's star winter Paralympian Ben Tudhope has broken through for another medal.
The Independent UK · Mar 13 Australia moves to freeze visas for ordinary Iranians after granting asylum to female footballers Home minister says decision to give humanitarian visas to members of Iranian women’s football team driven by concerns for their safety
The Independent UK · Mar 13 Lando Norris notes Mercedes ‘big advantage’ as George Russell takes sprint pole Russell followed up his win in the Australian Grand Prix with pole for Saturday’s sprint race in Shanghai.