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Father of released hostage Guy Gilboa-Dalal says son endured nightmare under Hamas control

Afghanistan accuses Pakistan of breaking truce as 10 killed in air attacks

Fact Check: Israeli Prisoner Alexander 'Turbanov' Did NOT Make a Statement About Captors' Kindness -- Wrong Name And Made-Up Quote

Leaked hot mic moment exposes Belichick and girlfriend
Bill Belichick is back in the spotlight after leaked hot mic footage showed him and his girlfriend Jordon Hudson criticising TV production staff.

How Renshaw’s long-awaited ODI call-up could thrust him into Ashes debate
Marnus Labuschagne has set about securing a Test recall with another century, and if all goes well, Matt Renshaw could be joining him.

Morris-Ponga dives over for first-half double
Paulina Morris-Ponga seals a first-half double, crossing in the left corner after receiving a slick, fast-paced pass.

Mason Cox announces Collingwood departure
American Mason Cox has taken to Instagram to announce his departure from Collingwood football club after 11 years at the team.

The Grade Cricketer were involved in a video with Kayo. They were abused by Indian fans for it
A promotional video where Australian cricketers put a light-hearted spin on India’s refusal to shake hands has been deleted, but the timing of the video was not what media and fans first thought.

Bula scores four in a half
Jahream Bula completes a double hat-trick in one half against Cook Islands.

Caulfield Cup won by a female jockey for the first time
Jamie Melham becomes the first female to win the Caulfield Cup, riding Half Yours.

High shot leads to fiery Milne sin bin
Taane Milne is sin binned for a high shot against Cook Islands.

Jockey Zac Purton was going to retire. Everest champ Ka Ying Rising changed everything
The leading hoop wanted to pull the plug on his career at age 40. But Ka Ying Rising gave him a new sense of purpose, and that culminated in Saturday’s stunning Everest victory.

Cricket live updates: Black Caps v England
Follow all the T20 international action from Hagley Oval, Christchurch.

Smith locked in as Ashes skipper, Green’s injury explained
Australia’s selection chair George Bailey has confirmed that Steve Smith will captain Australia in the Ashes until Pat Cummins is fit to do so, as the selectors moved to calm concerns around the fitness of Cameron Green.

Veivers try gives Orchids the opener
Orchids lock Emily Veivers breaks the deadlock in the seventh minute, charging over from close range to score the opening try.

‘Best supporters in the world’: Cox thanks Collingwood after cult hero cut by Pies
Mason Cox, the first American to become a regular AFL player, has been delisted by Collingwood after 139 games. The 34-year-old has confirmed he won’t be with the Magpies next season.

Hot favourite wins The Everest
Ka Ying Rising smashes the field to win The Everest.

Women’s Pacific Championships Highlights: Cook Islands Moana v Tonga XIII
Cook Islands Moana take on Tonga XIII in the first week of the 2025 Pacific Championships at Santos National Football Stadium, Port Moresby.

'No way': Joey disputes offside call
The Cook Islands are denied a try by a controversial offside call.

How soon is Nowra: Smith’s pair primed to grab winning double
Warwick Farm trainer Matthew Smith reckons Cool Rupert and Can’t Touch This are ready to salute in Sunday’s meeting on the South Coast.

‘Oh, yeah’: Hayes savours moment after Ka Ying Rising conquers Everest
Hong Kong superstar Ka Ying Rising proved the doubters wrong to claim the $20 million Everest at Randwick. And his trainer has vowed to bring him back to defend his crown.