The common theme in triumphant Aussie trio’s success
One wanted a hug. Another thirsted for a beer. A third wept tears of joy. A triumphant trio of Australian women reacted with a common theme after delivering an unheralded…
Palestinians reject economic part of US peace plan
Palestinian officials dismiss $50bn investment and infrastructure proposal, say political solution must be found first. The United States has revealed a proposal to create a $50bn global investment fund for…
Mobile phones to be banned in Victorian state schools from ‘first to last bell’
A ban on mobile phone use in Victorian public schools aimed at curbing distraction and cyberbullying has divided opinion among teachers and students. Education Minister James Merlino said the ban,…
“Ahla Muntiqa” – The Lebanese and Syrians of Sydney
By Jack Bettar Bankstown, Lakemba and Punchbowl are three of the many suburbs in Sydney we tend to correlate with the Lebanese and Syrian community. But away from these modern…
Ash Barty beats Barbora Strycova, on path to become world number one with Birmingham Classic final victory
Ash Barty is one win away from joining Australian tennis royalty after booking her spot in the Birmingham Classic final. Barty, after beating Czech veteran Barbora Strycova in Saturday’s semi-final,…
Matildas lose penalty shootout to Norway to crash out of Women’s World Cup
The Matildas have crashed out of the Women’s World Cup, losing to Norway in a penalty shootout after scores were locked at 1-1 after extra time. In a tense, dramatic…
Ash Barty eases past ‘inspirational’ Venus Williams into Birmingham semis
French Open champion Ash Barty warmed up for Wimbledon with a comfortable 6-4, 6-3 win over Venus Williams to reach the semi-finals of the Nature Valley Classic in Birmingham. Barty…
Donald Trump ‘not looking for war’ with Iran but promises ‘obliteration’ if there is conflict
US President Donald Trump says he is not looking for war with Iran but has warned that if a conflict did occur, it would result in “obliteration”. “I’m not looking…
Western Sydney University launches in Liverpool
Liverpool has taken the first steps towards establishing a second university in the city centre, with the launch this week of Western Sydney University’s innovative Launch Pad in Moore Street.…
Run for your life: Cardio fitness significantly reduces risk of bowel and lung cancer
A new study has established – in real numbers – that cardio fitness significantly lowers the risk of developing colorectal and lung cancers. It also found that people who developed…