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'I'd love to, there's no doubt about that': Australia batter Nathan McSweeney on Usman Khawaja's replacement

NEW DELHI: Nathan McSweeney remains optimistic about potentially succeeding Usman Khawaja in Australia's Test team, despite being dropped from the squad.

The Times of India

Australia kept quiet about early deployment of forces ahead of Iraq war, cabinet papers show

The Howard government sent military personnel to the Middle East well before officially authorising Australia’s involvement

The Guardian - AU

Curbs on transgender rights were proposed for Australia’s 2004 Marriage Act, cabinet papers show

John Howard’s government legislated that marriage must be ‘the union of a man and a woman’, but excluded any reference to birth gender

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Howard confronts Iraq War call as documents unearthed

Previously secret documents show concerns over a wheat scandal derailing Australia's commercial interests and plans to reshape Iraq as a free-market haven.

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Australia scrambled defences to hijackers and bombers

Declassified cabinet papers show government officials raised the prospect of the prime minister ordering to shoot down commercial aircraft in a suicide attack.

AAP

How conservatives 'got in first' to block gay marriage

Australia's decision to ban gay marriage in 2004 would not be reversed for 13 years, but a former prime minister maintains the move reflected public opinion.

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Human rights touted despite expected detention backlash

Criticism was predicted as Australia prepared to show off its human rights record while upholding some of the world's most notorious anti-refugee policies.

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The Dutchwoman guiding the gallery of America’s most famous faces

Nigeria-born, Australia-raised, Kim Sajet is the cosmopolitan director of the National Portrait Gallery, whose collection includes 1,700 images of presidents from Washington to Trump

The Guardian - US

Watch: Sydney Harbour welcomes 2025 with huge New Year’s Eve fireworks display

Watch as Australia's Sydney Harbour is lit up by a New Year's Eve fireworks display as the world begins to welcome 2025.

The Independent UK

Big names and young super talents stand out on Tour Down Under start lists

Stevie Williams, Pablo Torres, Chloé Dygert and Alison Jackson confirmed on race entry lists for 2025 kick-off in Australia

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Guardian writers on their ultimate feelgood movies: ‘Radical in its own way’

Our writers highlight the films they find endlessly rewatchable, including Notting Hill and Spy

The Guardian - US

SCG Test 'great opportunity' for Usman Khawaja to announce retirement, feels former Australian captain

NEW DELHI: Former Australian captain Michael Clarke suggested that the final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy could present an ideal opportunity for veteran Usman Khawaja to conclude his career at his home ground.

The Times of India

New Year’s Eve: ball drops in New York’s Times Square as celebrations take place across the globe – as it happened

This live coverage has ended now, thanks for following along.

The Guardian - UK

A year to forget: Team India remains winless in ODIs in 2024

In 2024, India’s cricket calendar placed greater emphasis on the ICC T20 World Cup and the ICC World Test Championship final qualification, leaving one-day internationals (ODIs) with minimal priority. After finishing as runners-up to Australia in the 2023 ODI World Cup, India participated in only three ODIs during the year.

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How the 2025 British & Irish Lions may line up in Australia

Andy Farrell has tricky decisions ahead but expect plenty of Ireland forwards and Scotland backs when the series begins

The Times of India

Did Yashasvi Jaiswal tell Travis Head 'yes, I got a touch'? New video hints at that

The closing stages of the Boxing Day Test between India and Australia in Melbourne were marred by controversy around Yashasvi Jaiswal's caught-behind decision, which was given out by the third umpire.

The Times of India

Sunil Gavaskar sees Venkatesh Iyer as all-round option for India's tour of England

India's first big red-ball assignment in 2025 will be the five-Test tour of England, which will be no less challenging than the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy series in Australia.

The Times of India

'India have identified a problem with Sam Konstas's forward defence'

Teenage Australia opener Sam Konstas's international career has begun on a promising note, but former Australia allrounder Kerry O'Keeffe has spotted a flaw in the youngster's forward defence that, he feels, can harm his Test career if not addressed soon.

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Travis Head opens up about his 'controversial' celebration after Rishabh Pant dismissal: 'Finger on the ice'

Australian batter Travis Head's unexpected bowling heroics in the Melbourne Test came with a celebration that left fans and players alike buzzing. After dismissing Rishabh Pant in the final session of Day 5 - a breakthrough that triggered India's collapse — Head celebrated in a uniquely quirky way.

The Guardian - UK

Millions of Britons want a fresh start and a new life. But they will find it at home, not in Australia

We must turn our backs on this imperial fantasy of neo-Britains with better climates – and find our clean slates here in the UK, says Guardian columnist Martin Kettle

The Times of India

India's highest wicket-takers in ODIs in 2024: Spinners lead the way in limited matches

NEW DELHI: The year 2024 saw One-Day Internationals take a backseat for India, as the spotlight remained firmly on the ICC T20 World Cup and the race for a spot in the ICC World Test Championship final. Following their runner-up finish in the 2023 ODI World Cup, where they lost…

The Times of India

Yashasvi Jaiswal falls 85 runs short of breaking Sachin Tendulkar's record

Opening batter Yashasvi Jaiswal has stood out in an otherwise dismal collective batting show by India in the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, and the 23-year-old youngster's performance also made him the second highest Test run-getter for India in a calendar year, going past greats like Virender Sehwag and…

The Times of India

Does Indian cricket have the depth to fill Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma's void? Former Australia batter answers

NEW DLEHI: According to former Australia head coach and two-time World Cup champion Darren Lehmann, Indian cricket has produced a generational superstar in Yashasvi Jaiswal and will continue to be in good health even if Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma decide to quit.

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Here Are Some Major Changes Australia Is About Cop In 2025 & It’s Giving New Year, New Me Vibes

From increased passport fees, tightened student visa processes and increased allowance, here are all the changes in Australia for 2025.

The Times of India

'There is no controversy': Mark Taylor backs third umpire over Yashasvi Jaiswal dismissal in Boxing Day Test

Former Australian captain Mark Taylor has defended the decision-making of third umpire Sharfuddoula during the controversial dismissal of Indian batter Yashasvi Jaiswal on the final day of the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne. The incident, which played a crucial role in Australia’s 184-run victory, has sparked heated debate, with many…

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