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Indian bowler scripts history with 2 hat-tricks in 2 overs
Indian-origin spinner Kishor Kumar Sadhak has made history in England by taking two hat-tricks during a Two Counties Championship Division Six match. Kishor Kumar, who was playing for Ipswich and Colchester Cricket Club, achieved the exceptional...

From Victoria to rural Tasmania, this community health organisation has a national agenda
Introduction by Croakey: The not-for-profit community health organisation cohealth – best known for its work in Victoria – plans to expand its operations across Australia over the next ten years, according to its new strategy for 2025-2030. “By...

Boodles’ new jewellery collection is a nod to family history – and to African nature
Back in 2020, the discovery of a long-forgotten photo album set Boodles, the jewellery house owned and run by the Wainwright family since 1798, on an intrepid new design direction. The album, stored in the attic of the late Anthony and Jean...

Joe Root Slams Historic Century At Lord's; Breaks Rahul Dravid, Smith's Record
Star England batter Joe Root scripted history after smashing a fine century on the second day of the ongoing third Test against India at Lord's on Friday, July 11. On the very first ball on Day 2, Root hit Jasprit Bumrah for a boundary to bring...

FIGC approves AC Milan-Como Serie A fixture relocation to Australia
Plans for Italian soccer’s Serie A to stage Europe’s first major domestic league fixture outside a home country have taken a step forward after Italy’s FIGC governing body approved a request for Milan to play its home match against Como in Perth,...

Primary pupils continue tradition of heart-warming visits to care home residents
Earlier this month, year three and four pupils from Victoria Road Primary School made a trip to see residents at Daneside Court Care Home. The school visits the Chester Way home biannually, which the residents look forward to and continues to...

German backpacker found nearly two weeks after disappearing in remote Western Australia
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Australia and New Zealand Need to be More Vocal in Opposition to Trumpian Policies
U.S. President Donald Trump’s foreign policy, including the recent reinstatement of tariffs, must necessarily lead to a rethink in Canberra and Wellington of their approaches to the current American administration. While both the Australian and...

Trump Picks Greek Australian Nick Adams for Diplomatic Role
Nick Adams stands next to Donald Trump. Credit: Instagram/Nick Adams Greek Australian conservative politician Nick Adams, now a US citizen, has been nominated by President Donald Trump to be the next US ambassador to Malaysia. Adams, born Nicholas...

New HIV Prevention Drug Holds Promise for Australia
Oral preexposure prophylaxis (PrEP) has played a significant role in Australia’s reduction of new HIV infections, but experts have sounded the alarm over ongoing challenges. They suggested that new, long-acting injectables have a potential role in...

The 10 longest waits for a podium in F1 history
For many years, Nico Hulkenberg had carried the unwanted F1 record of holding the most race starts without a podium finish – but the German driver finally ridded himself of that statistic by taking P3 in the British Grand Prix. He was not alone in...
Symbiosis International (Deemed University) unveils game-changing Global BBA Programme with Deakin University, Australia
SMPL New Delhi [India], July 11: Four years, Three continents, Two best-in-class universities and Two degrees. Symbiosis International (Deemed University) is here with its most ambitious offering yet: the Global BBA Programme, co-created with...

AIFF Charts Roadmap For Indian Women's National Team After Historic Asian Cup Qualification
(MENAFN- IANS) New Delhi, July 11 (IANS) The All India Football Federation (AIFF) President Kalyan Chaubey on Friday convened a meeting with deputy secretary general, M. Satyanarayan, technical director Syed Sabir Pasha, director of national teams...

Sem Verbeek makes history with Wimbledon mixed doubles title
July 11, 2025 Sem Verbeek and Katerina Siniakova celebrate their win. Photo: Glyn KIRK / AFPSem Verbeek has made tennis history by becoming the first Dutchman to win the mixed doubles title at Wimbledon. Teaming up with Czech partner Katerina...

Live From Earth feat. MCR-T, DJ Gigola & MRD Australia 2025 Tour
Renowned for their live events that merge gabber, protest and raw energy to create unapologetic chaos, German underground collective Live From Earth are bringing their phone-free events to Australia for the very first time. Set to feature headline...

Palestinian grandmother detained after Australia cancels visa on security grounds
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Australia news as it happened: Australian named as US ambassador to Malaysia; Trump to make ‘major statement’ on Russia
Venomous fire ants packing a painful sting have broken out of the Brisbane containment area three times in the past week, spurring accusations that state and federal governments have broken their promise to properly fund eradication efforts. An...

When will strict new traffic restrictions come into effect on Ronda's historic Puente Nuevo bridge?
Starting in August, Ronda's town centre will experience significant alterations to traffic. The town hall has announced that traffic will begin to be regulated along the road between Calle Virgen de la Paz, from the Alameda area, and Calle...

U.S. Marines launch Exercise Talisman Sabre 25 in Australia’s north
DARWIN, Australia — U.S. Marines with the Marine Rotational Force – Darwin (MRF-D) 25.3 Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) are taking part in Exercise Talisman Sabre 25, Australia’s largest bilateral military exercise, to enhance...

The Rasmus Australia 2026 Tour
After a 30-year wait, Finnish rock stars The Rasmus will tour Australia for the very first time in 2026. The 'In The Shadows' hitmakers, who have released ten studio albums (with their new record 'Weirdo' dropping 12 September; pre-order it) and...