Jack’s Law on knife crime moving closer to NSW

Parents who lost their son in a brutal stabbing attack are finding a receptive audience in their campaign to extend Queensland’s crackdown on knife crime. Brett and Belinda Breasley, whose 17-year-old son Jack died on the Gold Coast in 2019, met with NSW Police Minister Yasmin Catley on Tuesday afternoon to talk about Jack’s Law, … Read more

Cricket: Ellyse Perry calls former captain Meg Lanning incredibly brave for career revelations

More funding for support networks for elite cricketers has been welcomed by superstar Ellyse Perry, who lauded the “incredible bravery” shown by her former Australian captain Meg Lanning in disclosing the off-field battles that brought a premature end to her legendary career. Longtime teammate and friend Perry issued her support for her former skipper in … Read more

Hamas prepares response to Gaza truce offer

LONDON: More than 13 years have passed since the onset of Syria’s brutal civil war, with millions of Syrians continuing to endure displacement, destitution, and even renewed bouts of violence, with no political resolution in sight. And yet, with the world preoccupied with simultaneous crises in Gaza and Ukraine, Syria’s plight seems to have faded … Read more

Bruce Lehrmann considering appeal against judgment that he raped Brittany Higgins

Bruce Lehrmann is considering an appeal against Justice Michael Lee’s landmark judgment that he raped Brittany Higgins. News.com.au can reveal that Mr Lehrmann has hired noted appeals specialist Guy Reynolds SC, and the appeal plan is likely to be flagged at this week’s costs hearing, on May 1. The barrister’s clients have previously included Eddie … Read more

Houthis claim attack on Greek merchant vessel off Yemen

LONDON: More than 13 years have passed since the onset of Syria’s brutal civil war, with millions of Syrians continuing to endure displacement, destitution, and even renewed bouts of violence, with no political resolution in sight. And yet, with the world preoccupied with simultaneous crises in Gaza and Ukraine, Syria’s plight seems to have faded … Read more

Woman found dead inside Brisbane unit

A woman has been found dead inside a unit in Brisbane. Police rushed to an apartment complex on York Street in the suburb of Nundah late Tuesday afternoon. A crime scene has been declared and detectives are still investigating. More to come. Read related topics:Brisbane

A-League: Mariners only need a draw to win premiership

Central Coast coach Mark Jackson admits having the club’s awards night 48 hours before the Mariners’ biggest game of the season to date was far from “ideal”. The Mariners – who are currently a point adrift of A-League leaders Wellington Phoenix – only need a draw against Adelaide United on Wednesday night in Gosford to … Read more