‘I won’t flinch’ – Sharks coach seeks derby turnaround

A lucky Australian from New South Wales has won a record-breaking $100 million in Powerball, making them the country's third-largest individual lottery winner. While many Australians participated, six players won over $282,000 each, and 23 players in Western Australia also enjoyed substantial prizes, contributing to community grants through Lotterywest. More Context

An early review by South African captain Temba Bavuma sparked frustration among Australian fans during the World Test Championship Final at Lord's, as he was controversially saved from an LBW dismissal after Snicko technology indicated a sound but showed a gap between bat and ball. Bavuma capitalized on the reprieve, forming a 64-run partnership with David Bedingham before being dismissed for 36 by Pat Cummins, leaving South Africa trailing by 113 runs at lunch. More...

An Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, carrying 244 people, crashed shortly after taking off from Ahmedabad en route to London, with a "Mayday" call indicating an emergency before losing contact. Rescue teams have been mobilized, and while details on casualties remain unclear, visuals showed debris and smoke rising near the airport, prompting heightened alert from India's Civil Aviation Minister. More Context

Master coach Alastair Clarkson praised Fremantle's Jordan Clark as underrated due to his location outside Victoria, noting his strong performance this season, which has him in contention for an All-Australian selection. Clarkson also highlighted the challenge of managing in-form Dockers players like Shai Bolton, who excels in both midfield and forward roles, emphasizing the need for strategic adjustments during their upcoming match. More Context

AUKUS is a trilateral security partnership between Australia, the US, and the UK, focusing on Australia's acquisition of nuclear-powered submarines and broader technological cooperation. The Pentagon is reviewing AUKUS in light of pressures on the US submarine industrial base and its alignment with the "America First" vision, with mixed reactions from political figures regarding the deal's future. More Context

West Coast defender Tom Cole will miss upcoming games due to a significant hamstring injury, with coach Andrew McQualter indicating that the exact recovery timeline is still uncertain. This injury may open opportunities for fellow players like Bo Allan and Tom McCarthy, although McQualter is cautious about rushing McCarthy into a debut without adequate training with the main group. More Context