Mbappe late penalty keeps Madrid in La Liga chase
Real Madrid narrow the gap to La Liga leaders Barcelona after Kylian Mbappe converts a late penalty against Rayo Vallecano, keeping Madrid in the title hunt.
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Dezi Freeman update: Fresh lead spurs renewed hunt in Mount Buffalo National Park
Victoria Police pursue a renewed search for fugitive Dezi Freeman in Mount Buffalo National Park after a gunshot clue surfaces, with officials urging caution and sustained vigour.
Kia Picanto to stay in Australia for years, local boss says
Kia’s Australian product chief signals the Picanto will remain on sale for the foreseeable future, even as rivals trim their low-cost offerings in the market.
Two Aussie Winter Olympic team members test positive in Italy
Two non-competing members of Australia’s Winter Olympics team have COVID-19 in Italy. Officials say the incident is unlikely to derail preparations, with health protocols in place.
Australia-bound Geely EX2 tops China sales in 2025
The Geely EX2, China’s best-selling EV in 2025, heads to Australian showrooms in 2026, with observers weighing its appeal in a fast-growing market.
Kia EV5 GT unlikely to land in Australia, local boss explains
Kia Australia’s product chief signals the high-performance EV5 GT isn’t expected to be offered locally, with market demand, pricing and infrastructure factors shaping the decision.
Spill talk, Liberals and beer tax: what the first sitting week holds
MPs and senators return to Canberra for the year’s first sitting fortnight, with spill whispers and a brewing beer tax debate shaping expectations and party dynamics.
Opposition Sees Transition as Unstoppable in Venezuela
Two developments in Venezuela—the release of activist Javier Tarazona and opposition leader Maria Corina Machado’s claim of an unstoppable transition—have sharpened debate over the country’s future.
Mary Fowler returns to action on Manchester City’s milestone day
Australian forward Mary Fowler resumes playing for Manchester City Women in the WSL, a comeback on a day hailed as a milestone for the club’s women’s program.
Djokovic vows to keep pushing as belief remains strong
Novak Djokovic signals he will press on after a brave Australian Open final, insisting his belief to compete with the next generation remains unwavering.