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Gout triumphed in the 200m final at the Australian Athletics Championships, breaking the 20-second barrier with a time of 19.84, though it was rendered unofficial due to an illegal tailwind. His anticipated showdown with Lachie Kennedy did not occur, as Kennedy was disqualified for a false start, leading to Gout's dominant victory. Despite the disappointment of the tailwind, Gout's performance solidified his status as one of the world's top young sprinters, setting the stage for...

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton made a final appeal to voters with tax cuts and mortgage relief during his campaign launch in Sydney's Werriwa, aiming to address household financial stress. He promised a one-off tax cut of up to $1,200 for over ten million taxpayers and a mortgage deduction scheme for first home buyers, directly challenging Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's housing plans. Dutton emphasized the Coalition's commitment to easing cost-of-living pressures as a key strategy to...

A magnitude 5.6 earthquake has struck Myanmar, compounding the challenges faced by the impoverished nation still reeling from a previous earthquake that killed more than 3,600 people just two weeks prior. The European Mediterranean Seismological Centre reported that this quake occurred at a depth of 35km. This follows a magnitude 7.7 earthquake on March 28, which caused extensive damage, leaving many areas without power and communication, and worsening the turmoil caused by the ongoing civil...

SummaryJason Day remains hopeful for a comeback at the Masters, acknowledging Rory McIlroy's potential greatness if he secures victory at Augusta, which would complete McIlroy's career grand slam. Day, who shot a one-under 71 and is currently five under, expressed admiration for McIlroy's skill, labeling him the best player of their generation. While Day faced challenges with missed birdie opportunities, he emphasized that anything can happen in the final round, especially with McIlroy's strong performance...

In a much-anticipated return to form, the 'Travishek' opening partnership of Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma for Sunrisers Hyderabad exploded into action, scoring an extraordinary 171 runs off just 75 balls against Punjab Kings, ending a four-match losing streak. Head contributed 66 runs, but Sharma stole the show with a stunning 141 runs off only 55 balls, showcasing a strike rate of 256. This match highlighted the effectiveness of their aggressive approach, with captain Pat...

Veteran sprinter Rohan Browning won the Australian national 100m title in Perth with a personal best time of 10.01 seconds, narrowly defeating 21-year-old Lachie Kennedy. Despite recent injury challenges, Browning expressed optimism about his future, aiming to break the 10-second barrier and compete in the 2028 Olympics. He emphasized his readiness to reclaim his status in Australian sprinting, highlighting that these years are crucial for his peak performance and asserting his position among the emerging...