NSW Blues star Payne Haas focused on State of Origin duties despite father’s drug-trafficking charges

Former West Coast Eagles AFL premiership player Adam Hunter has passed away at the age of 43 in his hometown of Bunbury, Western Australia. The circumstances of his death are currently unknown, but the Eagles confirmed his passing and expressed their condolences on social media. Hunter, who played 151 games and was part of the 2006 premiership-winning team, retired in 2009 due to injuries. His death follows those of ex-Brisbane Lions player Troy Selwood and...

About 10 people, including the gunman, were killed in a mass shooting at an adult education center in Orebro, Sweden. Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson called it the country's worst mass shooting, but a final death toll, number of wounded, and motive were still unknown. Police believe the perpetrator acted alone, and there were no suspected connections to terrorism at this point. Full Article

Mikel Arteta expressed disappointment over Arsenal's failure to sign a new striker but remains confident in their pursuit of Premier League glory, despite relying on Kai Havertz as their main forward option. The manager admitted to needing to be "very flexible" with their attacking tactics, with players like Leandro Trossard and Raheem Sterling set to lead the line. Despite trailing 2-0 to Newcastle in the Carabao Cup semi-final, Arteta believes their recent win against Manchester...

Australian cricketer Travis Head impressed with a half-century at the top of the order in the first Sri Lanka Test, continuing his strong form in Asia. Despite his success, Head does not see himself opening the batting in Australian conditions, preferring to remain in the middle order where he feels most comfortable. Coach Andrew McDonald is considering changes for the World Test Championship final, with Head likely to move back to number five to accommodate...

Jo Haylen has resigned as transport minister after using a ministerial driver for a private lunch at Brokenwood Winery, apologizing for her actions and acknowledging her mistakes. Premier Chris Minns accepted her resignation, calling her actions "indefensible," and announced policy changes limiting ministerial driver use to official business only. This controversy follows previous criticism of Haylen's appointment of a former staffer as transport secretary. Full Article

NSW Transport Minister Jo Haylen has resigned from her position following car expense scandals, including using a taxpayer-funded driver for personal trips. She will continue to serve in her local electorate of Summer Hill after admitting to making mistakes and letting the public down. Premier Chris Minns stated he will not sack Haylen, despite criticism over the trips, but acknowledged the need for potential changes to regulations on government drivers. Full Article