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Sprinting science that rewrites the rulebook
A new international research paper is challenging long-held beliefs about what makes the world's fastest sprinters so quick, offering fresh insights that could transform how Australia develops its next ...
Smith added to Australia squad before crucial match
Batter Steve Smith is added to Australia's T20 World Cup squad in time for Monday's crucial match against Sri Lanka in Kandy.
2026 SuperMotocross Round 6 450 Updates from Seattle
Hunter Lawrence looks to hold onto the red plate as Ken Roczen and Eli Tomac hope to take it away from the Australian.
Proposals for exploring viruses and skin as the next experimental quantum frontiers share US$30,000 science award
Viruses exist at the boundary between living and non-living matter, while skin is a living interface between physics and biology, making them perfect—but until now overlooked—arenas for testing the interplay between quantum physics, biology and life. That’s according to arguments made by Connor Thompson, a PhD student in microbiology and immunology at the University of British Columbia, in Canada, and Samuel Morriss, a medical doctor based in Melbourne, Australia, whose two essays share the US$30,000 first prize in FQxI’s latest essay competition, presented in partnership with the Paradox Science Institute. The eight winners of the $53,000 competition—which asked “How Quantum is Life?”—were announced on 14th February, 2026.
AEW Collision Viewership & Ratings Report: 2/7/2026
Despite the excitement leading in to "Grand Slam: Australia," viewership was down for the February 7 edition of "AEW Collision."
Potential dates revealed for 49ers-Rams game in Melbourne, Australia
It sounds like the 49ers will play on a Wednesday or Thursday in Week 1.
Sussan Ley: Does Liberal Party drama show Australian politics still has a problem with women?
The Liberal Party elected its first female leader at a time of crisis. She lasted less than a year.
Woods upsets Kingsbury for gold in men's moguls
Unheralded Australian freestyle skier Cooper Woods snatched the men's moguls gold medal away from the sport's most decorated skier, Mikael Kingsbury of Canada, after both scored 83.71 points in Thursday's final.
Commonwealth Bank’s Profit Tops Estimates as Business Loans Grow
Commonwealth Bank of Australia’s first-half profit topped estimates, buoyed by growth in its flagship mortgage business and a push in lending more to companies.
Jon Kudelka, much-loved Australian political cartoonist, dies aged 53
Award-winning Tasmanian artist’s work was published by The Australian, The Saturday Paper and The Hobart Mercury
Carlos Alcaraz makes history at Australian Open; Raiders, Cardinals pick coaches
Plus, LeBron James collects 22nd All-Star nod, but did it come at Kawhi Leonard's expense?
UFC 325 Highlights: Mauricio Ruffy Knocks Out Rafael Fiziev
Lightweights Mauricio Ruffy and Rafael Fiziev collided on Saturday's UFC 325 main card in Sydney, Australia and the bout didn't disappoint. Fiziev took the fight to Ruffy, pressuring the Brazilian and saw success in the opening round. Late in the second frame, Ruffy connected with a right hand that ...
UFC 325 Bonuses! Ruffy Banks $100K For Nasty TKO
Alexander Volkanovski added another UFC featherweight title defense to his record last night (Sat., Jan. 31, 2026) at UFC 325 LIVE on Paramount+ from inside Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, Australia, outworking Diego Lopes in a rematch from their first meeting back in April 2025. In co-main event action, lightweight contender Benoit Saint Denis put […]
Carlos Alcaraz defeats Novak Djokovic to win Australian Open, becomes youngest player to complete career Grand Slam
Carlos Alcaraz beat Novak Djokovic in straight sets to win the 2026 Australian Open on Sunday, dashing Djokovic's hopes of a 25th Grand Slam victory and cementing his status as the No. 1 player in the world.
Volkanovski outclasses Lopes to tie Aldo's record
Alexander Volkanovski outclasses Diego Lopes in a vintage performance to win by unanimous decision and retain his featherweight title at UFC 325 in Sydney, Australia.
LIVE! Watch UFC 325 Post-Fight Presser Here
With UFC 325 officially in the books after an exciting night (Sat., Jan. 31, 2026) of action LIVE on Paramount+ from inside Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, Australia, fight fans can check out the post-fight press conference video above for all the best reaction and official bonus winners. Remember, there’s a new post-fight bonus system in place for 2026. […]
UFC 325 Highlights! Salkilld Shines Again With Dominant Submission Win
Quillan Salkilld kept the hype train rolling earlier tonight (Sat., Jan. 31, 2026) at UFC 325 LIVE on Paramount+ from inside Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, Australia, pushing his UFC record to 4-0 with a first-round submission (rear-naked choke) over battle-tested lightweight veteran Jamie Mullarkey. As expected, Salkilld was a large favorite heading into this […]
UFC 325 Highlights! Micallef Sleeps Elliott With Comeback Choke
Jonathan Micallef pushed his Octagon record to 2-0 earlier tonight (Sat., Jan. 31, 2026) at UFC 325 LIVE on Paramount+ from inside Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, Australia, stopping welterweight Oban Elliott with a comeback second-round submission (rear-naked choke). Elliott, who came into Saturday as a betting underdog, was out for blood from the opening […]
Living in the US for decades changed me more than I realized
After living in the US for decades, returning to Australia brought unexpected culture shock and forced me to rebuild a sense of home.
Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz’s Australian Open final and the weight of tennis history
Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic are pursuing sporting greatness of different kinds in Melbourne.
Rybakina beats Sabalenka for first Australian Open title
Elena Rybakina inflicts further Grand Slam final heartbreak on Aryna Sabalenka with a stunning third-set fightback to win the Australian Open.
Australian Open: Elena Rybakina defeats world No 1 Aryna Sabalenka to win maiden title in Melbourne
Elena Rybakina outhits world No 1 Aryna Sabalenka to win her maiden Australian Open; Watch the ATP and WTA Tours live on Sky Sports Tennis and Sky Sports+, streaming service NOW and the Sky Sports app
GB's Skupski wins Australian Open doubles title
Great Britain's Neal Skupski and American partner Christian Harrison win the Australian Open men's doubles title in their first Grand Slam together.
2026 CBK, Heisman, Tennis Odds: Chris ‘The Bear’ Fallica’s Expert Picks, Best Bets
“The Bear" is back with a few futures best, as well as a wager on one of his favorite sporting events, the Australian Open.
Australian Open: Novak Djokovic dethrones Jannik Sinner in five-set classic to set up final with Carlos Alcaraz
Novak Djokovic rolls back the years to reach his first Grand Slam final since Wimbledon in 2024, dethroning Jannik Sinner to set up a meeting with Carlos Alcaraz; watch the ATP and WTA Tours live on Sky Sports Tennis and Sky Sports+, streaming service NOW and the app
Sports quiz of the week: Australian Open, Winter Olympics and Six Nations
Have you been following the big stories in football, rugby, cycling, tennis, cricket, NFL and winter sports?
Australian Open women's final: How to watch Sabalenka vs. Rybakina
Three years after Aryna Sabalenka defeated Elena Rybakina in the 2023 Australian Open final, they will face off in the Melbourne major final again.
UFC cancel fight after weigh-in mishap
Aaron Tau's flyweight bout against Namsrai Batbayar at UFC 325 in Sydney, Australia on Saturday is cancelled after a mishap at the weigh-ins.
Cramping Alcaraz beats Zverev in epic to reach final
A cramping Carlos Alcaraz draws on every physical and mental reserve to beat Alexander Zverev in a five-set epic and reach the Australian Open final.
Learner Tien shuts down Trump question at Australian Open amid political grilling of American players
American tennis players at the Australian Open continue to face political questions about the Trump administration, with rising star Learner Tien becoming the latest to decline comment.
Australian Open semifinals set: Novak Djokovic, Jannik Sinner advance
The Australian Open bracket thinned out on the men's and women's side entering the final stage
Pegula beats fellow American Anisimova to finally reach Australian Open semis
It marked Pegula’s 14th win in her past 15 matches against fellow Americans.
Australian Open: Novak Djokovic survives 2-set deficit after opponent Lorenzo Musetti retires with injury
Djokovic called his opponent "the far better player."
Amanda Anisimova defends right to avoid 'clickbait' questions about US politics at Australian Open
Amanda Anisimova slammed a reporter for asking "clickbait" questions about U.S. politics at the Australian Open, defending her right not to discuss those issues during tennis events.
Australian Open 2026: Coco Gauff smashes racket after loss, Carlos Alcaraz wins in straight sets
Coco Gauff had a frustrating day Tuesday.
Coco Gauff smashes racket in frustration after 59-minute collapse in Australian Open quarterfinal
Coco Gauff’s hopes of winning this year’s Australian Open came crashing down in just 59 minutes on Tuesday, as she was beaten in straight sets in the quarterfinals by Ukrainian star Elina Svitolina.
'Trophy or nothing' - Sabalenka reaches semi-finals
Aryna Sabalenka says it is "trophy or nothing" after brushing aside teenage star Iva Jovic to reach the Australian Open semi-finals.
Australian Open 2026: Ben Shelton rallies after slow start, Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic and Iga Swiatek advance
Ben Shelton needed to dig deep Monday after dropping the first set against Casper Ruud.
Musetti beats Fritz to set up Djokovic quarter-final
Lorenzo Musetti produces a dominant display to beat Taylor Fritz and set up an Australian Open quarter-final against 10-time winner Novak Djokovic.
Pegula ends Keys title defence to win 'gross' bet
Jessica Pegula ends Madison Keys' Australian Open title defence to reach the quarter-finals and win a "gross" apple pie bet.
How hedge funds are using prediction markets' data
One data provider, Australia-based Dysrupt Labs, has built a product using prediction markets' odds.
Altered serve an 'important weapon' for Alcaraz
World number one Carlos Alcaraz describes his serve as an "important weapon" as he continues his serene run to the Australian Open quarter-finals.
Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition has surfaced for Nintendo Switch
A new rating has surfaced for Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition, and it’s apparently on the way to Nintendo Switch. The listing has appeared within the official Australian Classification database. As of now there has been no official announcement. The only information available is that Atari is apparently not only developing, but also publishing. The original Rayman released in 1995. We...
PS1 Classic Rayman Looks Set for 30th Anniversary Release on PS5
Age rating appears in Australia
Australian Open recap: Stan Wawrinka waves goodbye with aplomb on scorching Day 7
Wawrinka, 40, may have lost to Taylor Fritz but showed what a Grand Slam farewell can be.
Australian Open: Novak Djokovic records milestone 400 wins at Grand Slams with third-round victory over Botic van de Zandschulp in Melbourne
History made again as Novak Djokovic becomes the first player, male or female, to win 400 singles matches in Grand Slam events in the Open Era; Watch the ATP and WTA Tours live on Sky Sports Tennis and Sky Sports+, streaming service NOW and the Sky Sports app
Naomi Osaka withdraws from Australian Open before third-round match
Naomi Osaka withdrew from the Australian Open before her scheduled third-round match against Australian qualifier Maddison Inglis on Saturday, ending a campaign noted for fashion and friction. The two-time Australian Open champion announced it on social media without divulging her injury, posting on Instagram that she had to withdraw “to address something my body needs attention for after my last match.” “I was so excited to keep going and this run meant the most to me, so having to stop here breaks my heart," Osaka posted, “but I can't risk doing any further damage so I can get back on the court.”
'Emotionally all over the place' Sabalenka wins
World number one Aryna Sabalenka says she was "emotionally all over the place" as she squeezes into the Australian Open fourth round.
Bondi shooting: how Australian politics descended into ugliness in attack's aftermath
Political spats brewing since the tragedy last month have overshadowed a national day of mourning.
Australian summer is undergoing a 'total transformation,' scientists warn
Scientists say climate change made this summer's blistering heatwave five times more likely and cities need to adapt urgently.
Australian Open recap: Osaka and Cîrstea’s handshake drama as tournament comes to life
Amid Czech players starring, tension at the net and upsets coming into play, the tournament finally found its drama.
Record-breaking Stan Wawrinka extends remarkable final Australian Open run
The 40-year-old Wawrinka is through to the third round on his final Australian Open before his retirement, winning a five-set epic in the longest match of the tournament so far
Players at 'high risk' as tennis chases sun
With high temperatures and very high UV levels at the Australian Open, BBC Sport looks at the effects of playing for hours outdoors.
'It sucked' - Pegula puts friendship aside to progress
Jessica Pegula says it "sucked" and Lorenzo Musetti admits it "was not easy" as both put friendships aside to crush their doubles partners at the Australian Open.
Djokovic cruises into Australian Open third round
Novak Djokovic will need to conserve energy if he is to make history at the Australian Open - and he has not dropped a set in the first two rounds.
Faded hand shape in Indonesian cave may be world’s oldest rock art
A hand stencil left on an Indonesian cave wall at least 67,800 years ago may reveal how and when ancient humans reached a lost continent known as Sahul that once linked Australia with southeast Asia.
Daniil Medvedev's new outlook fuels Australian Open comeback
After the season he's coming off, 2021 U.S. Open champion Daniil Medvedev is celebrating his run to the third round at the Australian Open as positive progress. The difference, he said, comes down to mentality.
Svitolina is refreshed after a mental health break and into Australian Open's 3rd round
Elina Svitolina is through to the third round at the Australian Open and feeling rejuvenated, fresh from a mental health break at the end of last year
Australian Open recap: As first round ends, record crowds ask questions of fan experience
Melbourne Park has been buzzing since the start of the tournament, but full courts lead to fans waiting to see what they came for.
Australian Open 2026: How Alexandra Eala and Melbourne Park were overwhelmed by her popularity
Alexandra Eala may have only played one Australian Open singles match but she was the biggest first-round draw by far at Melbourne Park.
Ukrainian tennis player asks sporting world to ‘protect children and women’ at Australian Open
Oleksandra Oliynykova used her news conference after defeat to Madison Keys to speak about Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
'Timid' Keys overcomes nerves to start title defence
Madison Keys overcomes nerves to begin her Australian Open title defence with victory over Grand Slam debutant Oleksandra Oliynykova.
Australian Open Day 2 recap: Alex Eala’s tennis fandom and court assignment quandaries
The Filipino star is creating questions over the balance between ranking and popularity when it comes to court assignments.
Australian Open 2026: Venus Williams makes history in loss, Carlos Alcaraz, Aryna Sabalenka win easily
Raducanu overcomes slow start to sail into second round
British number one Emma Raducanu overcomes a shaky start to sail past Thailand's Mananchaya Sawangkaew in the Australian Open first round.
Emma Raducanu: British No 1 makes winning start at Australian Open against world No 195 Mananchaya Sawangkaew
Emma Raducanu records just her second win since September by winning her opening match at the Australian Open in straight sets; Watch the ATP and WTA Tours live on Sky Sports Tennis and Sky Sports+, streaming service NOW and the Sky Sports app
Zverev and Hanfmann into second round of the Australian Open
Third seed Alexander Zverev overcame early trouble against Canadian Gabriel Diallo to advance to the second round of the Australian Open. The last year's finalist rebounded from a below-par performance in the first set to start the first Grand Slam of the year with a 6-7 (7-1), 6-1, 6-4, 6-2 victory after claiming six service breaks.
Player helps ball girl after collapse at Australian Open
Turkish player Zeynep Sonmez helps a ball girl after she collapsed during day one of the 2026 Australian Open.
Australian Open storylines: Alcaraz and Sinner’s evolution, WTA stars chasing rivals’ strengths
What to look out for at the first Grand Slam of the year, which begins this weekend.
Djokovic targets elusive 25th Slam at age of 38
Novak Djokovic says the upcoming Australian Open is not "now or never" for his hopes of winning a standalone all-time record 25th Grand Slam title.
Australian Open 2026: Emma Raducanu believes her Melbourne schedule 'doesn't make sense'
While players are used to short turnarounds, Emma Raducanu questions the logic of her Australian Open first-round match being played on Sunday night in Melbourne.
New Australian Kasatkina can 'finally breathe'
Russian-born Daria Kasatkina says she can "finally breathe" as she prepares for her first Australian Open as a home player.
Raducanu beaten by world number 204 in Hobart
Emma Raducanu's Australian Open preparations suffer a blow as she loses to world number 204 Taylah Preston at the Hobart International.
Social media time does not increase teenagers’ mental health problems
UK study comes as ministers consider Australia’s ban on social media use for under-16s
Australian Open’s ‘One Point Slam’ thrills fans – and one-ups the other Grand Slams
The event embraced the chaos, fun and unpredictability that tennis can sometimes avoid.
The junior Slam champion who match-fixed to 'escape' tennis
Shortly after winning the 2016 Australian Open boys' title, a disillusioned Oliver Anderson was arrested for throwing a set - now he is rebuilding his career.
Sabalenka beats Kostyuk to win third Brisbane title
World number one Aryna Sabalenka prepares for the Australian Open with a 6-4 6-3 victory over Marta Kostyuk to win a third Brisbane International title.
Nick Kyrgios responds after failing to receive Australian Open wildcard
The maverick Australian will not play in the men’s singles at his home Grand Slam in Melbourne
Aryna Sabalenka beats Madison Keys to reach Brisbane semi-finals
World number one Aryna Sabalenka continues her Australian Open preparations by beating Madison Keys to reach the Brisbane semi-finals.
Sports quiz of the week: Ashes, Afcon, Australian Open and moving managers
Have you followed the big news in football, cricket, boxing, tennis, athletics, snooker, darts and cycling?
Best Of: The Science And Stories Of Time Travel : 1A
Have you ever fantasized about going back in time to relive a moment — or change it?Maybe you’re more interested in traveling to the future where cars fly and the code to immortality has been cracked.If the idea of time travel resonates with you, you’re far from alone — particularly during a year of political upheaval.Scientists moved one step closer to understanding time travel, at least hypothetically, this year. Two physicists at the University of Queensland in Australia created a model for studying the phenomenonWe’re not there yet. But when it comes to books, movies and TV shows, that’s a different story. We’ve been thinking about hurtling through history for a very, very long time.Why do we return time and time again to stories about time travel? Will it ever become a reality?Find more of our programs online. Listen to 1A sponsor-free by signing up for 1A+ at plus.npr.org/the1a.
2026 Small Business Resolutions: Expert AI Prompts Releases Productivity Roadmap
Expert AI Prompts launches a free guide to help small business owners save 5 hours weekly using 2026-ready AI strategies. Download the efficiency roadmap today. TOWNSVILLE, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA, January 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — As the 2026 business calendar begins, small business owners and solopreneurs globally are facing a familiar paradox: the ambition to scale versus […]
Venus Williams, 45, gets Australian Open wildcard
Venus Williams, 45, is set to play at the Australian Open for the first time in five years after receiving the final women's wildcard for the tournament.
Australian Open 2026: Venus Williams, 45, receives wildcard for tournament
Venus Williams, 45, is set to play at the Australian Open for the first time in five years after receiving the final women's wildcard for the tournament.
Khawaja to retire after fifth Ashes Test
Australia batter Usman Khawaja will retire from international cricket following the fifth Ashes Test against England in Sydney this week.
More kids than ever will be banned from social media this year
Afters years of talk, governments in Australia, France, and more are taking action to ban social-media for kids. Some warn of unintended effects.
Jobs can be saved in Sydney Ashes Test
There are no dead rubbers in the Ashes and the difference between 4-1 or 3-2 could be significant for both England and Australia, writes Glenn McGrath.
Australia’s Star Entertainment sees fresh executive departures as CFO, COO exit
Embattled Australian casino operator Star Entertainment said on Monday its Chief Financial Officer Frank Krile has resigned and will be leaving the firm, effective immediately.
Australia’s Star Entertainment sees fresh executive departures as CFO, COO exit By Reuters
Australia’s Star Entertainment sees fresh executive departures as CFO, COO exit
The Ashes: MCG curator Matthew Fox in 'state of shock' over two-day Test
Melbourne Cricket Ground head curator Matthew Page says he was in a “state of shock” during England’s two-day defeat of Australia in the Boxing Day Test.
‘Bad for business’: Cricket Australia facing £5m loss after two-day Test at MCG
England’s two-day win in the Boxing Day Test is set to deliver a huge financial hit to Australian cricket that could reach a reported £5m
'Has a touch of genius'
Chief cricket reporter Stephan Shemilt marks the performances of the Australia and England teams after the fourth Test in Melbourne.
Europe & China Dominate Business School Rankings From ShanghaiRanking
British, Australian & Chinese B-schools came out as the big winners in the annual ShanghaiRanking of business administration programs.
Beloved sports reporter dies at 41 after fall from LA building
Australian sports reporter Duncan McKenzie-McHarg, who covered international tennis for Stan Sport, died Wednesday in Los Angeles at age 41.
How Australia Fights Scientific Misinformation
The Science Media Centre connects researchers and journalists.
Opinion | How to Reduce Surging Health Care Costs
Readers suggest ways to bring medical costs under control for average Americans. Also: Australia sets an example for the U.S. on gun laws.
For a prime minister struggling in the wake of Bondi terror, standing up to the gun lobby is smart politics
Restoring a feeling of safety for Australian Jews will take extraordinary effort. As well as stamping out antisemitism, the work should start with a national approach to managing guns
Why quantum computers have memory problems over time
A team of Australian and international scientists has, for the first time, created a full picture of how errors unfold over time inside a quantum computer—a breakthrough that could help make future ...
The Ashes: Travis Head century pushes England closer to defeat
England are pushed towards the precipice of the fastest Ashes series defeat in more than 100 years as a Travis Head century maintains Australia's grip on the third Test in Adelaide.
Australian Surf Crew Captures a Real-Life Ocean 'Glitch' That Repeats
The converging waves swirl until they finally break into a 130-foot pillar of saltwater, in a process that scientists have yet to fully explain.