Sporting year in review 2024 through your most read stories on ABC Sport

Tim Tszyu has been discharged from the hospital following a defeat to Sebastian Fundora in their world-title rematch, which left his boxing career uncertain after a second loss in the U.S. Despite his talent, Tszyu's promoter emphasized the need for recovery and personal reflection before deciding on his future in the sport. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Tim Tszyu, a boxer from Australia, got hurt in a big fight against Sebastian Fundora in...

A search resumes for a missing 56-year-old fisherman off Australia's east coast, who failed to return after fishing near Batemans Bay Marina on Saturday. Emergency services were alerted after contact was made with him at 10 am, and nearly 30 volunteers are now involved in the search, covering an area from Ulladulla to Merimbula. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A fisherman has been missing near Australia's east coast for two days after he...

Residents in Sweida, Syria, report a tense calm following the withdrawal of Bedouin fighters and a ceasefire amid violent clashes that have left hundreds dead. While US envoy Tom Barrack noted progress towards peace and a potential prisoner exchange, locals face dire conditions, including a lack of basic services and urgent need for aid, as accusations of violence against Druze by Syrian forces persist. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Residents in a city...

Australia is facing a cost-of-living crisis impacting various generations differently, with older adults experiencing a rise in financial abuse, particularly termed "inheritance impatience," where adult children feel entitled to their parents' assets. Advocare highlights a 20% increase in elder abuse in WA, mostly perpetrated by family members, emphasizing the need for community awareness and protection of vulnerable seniors. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: In Australia, families are having a tough time with money,...

A ferry named KM Barcelona 5 caught fire off Sulawesi island, Indonesia, resulting in at least five fatalities, including a pregnant woman, while over 280 people were rescued by navy ships and local fishermen. The vessel was en route to Manado when the fire broke out; investigations into the cause are ongoing amidst concerns over safety enforcement in Indonesia's ferry services. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A ferry with many people on it...

Saudi Arabia plans to launch a national low-cost airline by 2030, featuring a fleet of 45 planes, with Air Arabia among the successful bidders to operate it. The airline will serve 24 domestic and 57 international destinations, aiming to transport 10 million passengers annually from King Fahd International Airport in Dammam. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Saudi Arabia is starting a new low-cost airline that will have 45 airplanes and help people fly...