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NFL legend erupts during son's debut
NFL legend Deion Sanders erupts in a private suite after his son Shedeur throws a 50-yard pass on debut.

Australia’s luck in Perth looked like a masterstroke. Here’s a wet blanket
Australia’s astounding win in the first Test was catalysed by an accident, and injuries threaten to derail the series.

'Reunion' key as Cox joins Dockers
Mason Cox expresses his excitement about his move to Fremantle, keen to reunite with Dockers coach Justin Longmuir, who previously served as an assistant at Collingwood.

As his mates headed to schoolies, a dual-code phenom began his AFL ascent
He had rugby league clubs chasing him, and he turned them down. Now he spearheads a draft class eager to take over the AFL.

Leading Scone stables battle for bragging rights at Tamworth
A likely three-way betting dual awaits among two of the most successful yards in NSW country racing ahead of a benchmark 82 handicap.

Race-by-race preview and tips for Sapphire Coast on Monday
All the information you need for Monday’s seven-race card.

Family of Te Anihana Pomana criticise police over media release on body before formal identification
Police announced they found a body believed to be Te Anihana Pomana in dense bush in the Pukekohe area.

Parents consider class action as concerns widen over asbestos-laced kids’ play sand
Worried mum says there is ‘radio silence’ from major retailer.

Cate Blanchett among BBC Radio 4 festive guest editors
The Christmas line-up also includes former PM Baroness Theresa May and inventor Sir James Dyson.

Man accused of killing promising young league player goes on trial
Rakai Jacob Thompson, 26, appeared in the High Court at New Plymouth charged with the murder of Te Omeka Pairama Akariri-Buckley.

Search for fisherman missing at Tapotupotu Bay called off for the day
The man was reportedly swept away while fishing in a remote location with friends.

Dog daycare owner fined $100k for showing 'blatant disregard for the law' liquidates company
Impact on nearby residents was “prolonged and severe”, says judge.

Australia’s revolutionary plan for Ashes hero Head revealed as Hazlewood doubts build
Australian coach Andrew McDonald also provided updates on the prospects of Pat Cummins, Usman Khawaja and Nathan Lyon for the pink ball Test in Brisbane.

Manly unveil their new captain … in the car park at Narrabeen
Sea Eagles coach Anthony Seibold has announced the successor to Daly Cherry-Evans in a low-key “ceremony” after a training session on the Northern Beaches.

‘He’d give them hell’: All-time great tells top fighters to stopping dodging Opetaia
On Monday, another dagger-blow was inflicted to an Australian champion’s hopes of conquering the world. An all-time great reveals why.

‘I just want the Australian public to know’: Why pointed Welcome to Country speech was given
A prominent family member of the first Indigenous Australian to become a member of any parliament of Australia has defended her pre-game speech ahead of the AFLW final between Carlton and Brisbane.

Olympic champ's brutal 24-second knockout
Gable Steveson earns a knockout victory at APFC 21 as he eyes off a move to the UFC.

Svarc reveals Lions' GF loss 'drives everything'
Ruby Svarc says last season's grand final defeat was the catalyst that led to a complete revision of the Lions' strategy for the 2025 season.

Donald Glover reveals on stage he had a stroke last year
Donald Glover explained during a show on Saturday that the reason he cancelled his world tour last year was because he had a stroke and a hole in his heart.

Mum raises concerns over marketing clause allowing use of kids' photos
The clause would allow the business to use any images they took of her children for advertising.

Watch: Two contestants appear to knock each other out as run it straight craze hits the US
The controversial competition is trying to make inroads into America.