Huge energy bill blowout due to past 'denial and delay' Energy Minister Chris Bowen has defended Labor's handling of the power grid, despite coalition figures pointing to a $23 billion blowout in consumer costs. AAP · Jul 5
MLB All-Star Game: American and National League Starters, Full Rosters MLB on the Fourth of July revealed the American and National League starters and full rosters for the 96th All-Star Game. Sports Illustrated · Jul 5
Coalition criticises Labor over electricity prices as Bowen rejects ‘hypocrisy’ – as it happened This blog is now closed The Guardian - AU · Jul 4
Dear Diary: ministers hiding the business of government The federal government has been urged to join most states in adopting a proactive ministerial diary-disclosure regime, so citizens know who they are meeting. AAP · Jul 4
A Look at Every MLB Team's Fourth of July Hats Here's a look at how MLB is celebrating America's 250th birthday in style with special hats and uniforms on the 4th of July. Sports Illustrated · Jul 4
Canada's Tim Tam bargain riles up Nationals leader Nationals leader Matt Canavan has leveraged the beloved Tim Tam to make his party's cost-of-living case at a state conference. AAP · Jul 4
'Synergy greater than the risk': John Barilaro is back in Canberra in a 'favour' role Former NSW deputy premier has returned to politics. The Canberra Times · Jul 2
'Synergy greater than the risk': Hunter senator hires John Barilaro in 'favour' role John Barilaro has returned to politics as a part-time adviser to Hunter senator Ross Cadell after sensationally quitting in 2021. Newcastle Herald · Jul 2
Hopes for national gun buyback fade as deadline expires National firearms reforms are drifting off target after a deadline for states and territories to sign up for an Australia-wide buyback lapsed. AAP · Jul 2
Exclusive: Kyle Schwarber to Participate in Home Run Derby, On Two Conditions The Phillies star is set to showcase his power swing in front of his hometown fans in Philadelphia, as long as he’s healthy and selected to the All-Star Game. Sports Illustrated · Jul 1
Nats' Cade Cavalli apologizes for telling Willson Contreras to 'sit down, boy' Washington Nationals pitcher Cade Cavalli apologized Wednesday for shouting “sit down, boy” at Boston Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras while instigating a benches’ clearing scrum a night earlier The Independent UK · Jul 1
Tom Verducci’s 25-and-Under MLB All-Star Team Young players have never been performing better in the majors, where rule changes and pitch velocity increases are favoring the youth. Sports Illustrated · Jun 25
Nationals pitchers shut down high-powered Phillies in win Foster Griffin delivered a stellar performance, pitching 7 1/3 innings as the Nationals defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 4-1. Luis Garcia Jr. and Curtis Mead's homers powered Washington's offense, while Griffin's strong outing secured his eighth win. The Phillies' Brandon Marsh managed a solo home run, but couldn't spark a comeback.… The Economic Times · Jun 23
One Nation monoculture claim red-carded as 'nonsense' Anthony Albanese has pushed back on Pauline Hanson's call for Australia to be a monoculture, citing the nation's World Cup squad as proof of its diversity. AAP · Jun 23
AAP · Jun 22 FED:Nationals ape Hanson 'liar' slogan as tax debate flares One Nation could win more than 60 seats if an election were held now, as a fresh poll underscores surging support for the right-wing party.
The Conversation · Jun 21 Why the whole country will be watching Victoria’s November state election A 12-year-old government with a premier under siege. An untried opposition that has weathered multiple scandals and leadership changes. And a right-wing populist party on the march among disaffected voters. With all this in play, Victoria’s November state election is shaping up to be one of the most significant in…
Sports Illustrated · Jun 18 SI's 2026 MLB All-Star Team: Mike Trout Returns, Jacob Misiorowski Earns NL Starting Nod The Angels star hasn't played in the Midsummer Classic since 2019, but should return in front of his hometown crowd. See all of our picks and why we chose them.
AAP · Jun 16 FED:Coalition says One Nation's rise is chance for change Pauline Hanson will deliver her first National Press Club speech as her rivals scramble to respond to One Nation's burgeoning popularity.
The Conversation · Jun 15 Two polls have Labor third on primary votes, five months out from the Victorian election With the Victorian state election in late November, two polls have Labor sinking to third on primary votes, behind One Nation and the Coalition. Labor Premier Jacinta Allan’s net approval is below -35 in both polls.
The Guardian - AU · Jun 12 Labor and the Coalition must force Pauline Hanson to ‘please explain’ her policies if they are to win back voters Her strongest supporters don’t care that her positions often don’t make sense, but first-time One Nation voters could swing back if the party faced more scrutiny
The Guardian - AU · Jun 12 Pauline Hanson says she takes policy advice from Gina Rinehart as Nationals rule out deal with One Nation Matt Canavan says he supports Hanson’s anti-Labor ‘fire the liar’ fundraising campaign but will not sign up to a joint election strategy
The Guardian - AU · Jun 11 A shadowy overseas group is trying to influence Australian abortion policy. Who are CitizenGo and what do they want? CitizenGo is hitching its wagon to Joanna Howe’s crusade, and the former Nationals MP George Christensen is on board
Sports Illustrated · Jun 11 Inside the Numbers Behind the Giants’ Improbable Comeback Win From 9–1 Deficit Bryce Eldridge’s ultimate grand slam capped off one of the wildest comeback wins in MLB history.