Matt O’Sullivan: WA is Samwise to the Prime Minister’s Frodo

Steve Smith is confident that Sam Konstas and Cam Green will succeed at the top of the order despite poor performances in the first Test against the West Indies. He emphasized their talent and skills, urging patience, while also noting that Marnus Labuschagne, who was dropped after a string of low scores, still has a future in Test cricket. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Steve Smith believes that despite their struggles in the...

A father jumped into the ocean to save his daughter after she fell overboard from the fourth deck of the Disney Dream cruise ship while returning to Fort Lauderdale. The crew quickly rescued both, with the father treading water for 20 minutes; fortunately, no injuries were reported, and Disney praised their safety protocols during the incident. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A brave dad jumped into the ocean to save his daughter after...

US President Donald Trump announced that Japan will receive a letter regarding trade tariffs, emphasizing respect for Japan while highlighting its rice shortage. Meanwhile, US-Canada trade negotiations are set to resume after Canada abandoned plans for a digital services tax, with optimism surrounding upcoming trade deals as the July 9 deadline approaches for tariff rate adjustments. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: US President Donald Trump announced that he will send a letter to...

England has announced an unchanged team for the second Test against India at Edgbaston, aiming to secure a 2-0 series lead after their five-wicket victory in the first match. Fast bowler Jofra Archer remains sidelined due to a family emergency, although he is expected to rejoin the squad soon. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: England's cricket team will play the second game against India with the same players as before, but Jofra Archer...

Western Mines Group is set to commence a new exploration drilling program at its Mulga Tank nickel project, estimated to contain 5.3 million tonnes of nickel, aiming to infill and extend its significant nickel-cobalt-copper-platinum-palladium resource. The upcoming drilling will include reverse circulation and diamond drilling to target high-grade areas and enhance resource confidence, funded by a recent capital raise and state government grants. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Western Mines Group is starting...

Australia's steel and aluminium exports to the US are facing 50% tariffs, with additional 10% levies on other goods starting July 9. Amid strained relations and a stalled AUKUS submarine deal, Foreign Minister Penny Wong's visit to Washington raises concerns, while Prime Minister Albanese struggles to secure a meeting with President Trump to address these escalating tensions. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Australia is having a tough time with the United States because...