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Both Australia and South Africa will feel they had the better of certain moments on day one, setting up a fascinating second day's play.

Israelis are awaiting their general election results after voting in their highest numbers in decades on Tuesday at a pivotal moment for the Middle East. Votes were being counted overnight after a closely-fought contest between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his main rival, former army general Gadi Eisenkot. An exit poll by Channel 12 showed Mr Netany

Whether Pat Cummins’ call will be looked upon kindly by history will depend on a rather bigger question than Australia’s resilience with the ball – their capacity to put up a big innings with the bat.

Israel holds its first parliamentary election on Tuesday since the Oct. 7, 2023, attacks that sparked its war in Gaza to decide if Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will remain in office. Matt Gutman reports.

Justice permanent secretary Piyasiri Wattanawarangkun said a subcommittee he chairs had yet to receive former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra's request for amnesty in political cases.

<p>President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva will have to wrestle with a divided Brazil, an unfriendly Congress, feeble public finances and a Donald Trump-shaped menace during his unprecedented fourth term.</p> <p>Days before his 81st birthday, the former union leader<a href="https://www.dawn.com/news/2039915"> won </a>Sunday’s runoff with 51.7 per cent of the vot

Barcelona vs Real Madrid will mark the return of Spanish football's fiercest rivalry between two star-studded teams.

Premier League wrap: Arsenal wipe out gap to leaders Manchester City as defensive duo score to down Everton

A lot of what happens next for Sydney’s newest airport depends on how much underlying demand is not being met by capacity-constrained Sydney Kingsford Smith.

Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka will miss the Premier League match against Everton due to a muscle injury, manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed. Read More: https://punchng.com/saka-to-miss-everton-clash-as-arsenal-await-injury-scans/

An awaiting-trial inmate, Osita Thomas, has escaped during a court appearance in Edo State, prompting a public appeal for information by the authorities. Read More: https://punchng.com/awaiting-trial-inmate-escapes-during-court-appearance-in-edo/

An emotional Tyrese Haliburton made his long-awaited return from the Achilles tear he suffered in Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals, as he led the Pacers to a gritty season-opening win over the Pelicans.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 &mdash; Police have recorded statements from four individuals in connection with Negeri Sembilan Me...

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A long-called-for agreement to meet the state’s Gonski requirements has been inked, while almost $140 million in additional funding has been carved out for integrity agencies.

Britain on Wednesday approved the Jackdaw North Sea ​gasfield , ending years ​of legal and political wrangling that had ⁠pitted the Labour government's climate commitments against its push ⁠to bolster energy security. Energy Minister Miatta ​Fahnbulleh said the project will start to supply gas to British homes and businesses from as ⁠early as the end of this

Eighteen platoons, each comprising 28 cadets, along with two horse platoons, will participate in the parade

Thailand hopes to finalise a clear regulatory framework for data centre businesses by the first quarter of 2027 as massive investment plans hang in the balance, says Nan Boonthida Somchai, deputy digital economy and society (DES) minister.