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Australian inquiry cites racism in Indigenous shooting
An Australian police officer who shot and killed an Indigenous teenager was a racist drawn to "high adrenaline policing", a landmark inquiry found Monday.

Djokovic wary despite Wimbledon form, dominant Sinner faces Dimitrov
Novak Djokovic and world number one Jannik Sinner face their stiffest tests of the tournament on Monday as they aim to take another step towards a blockbuster semi-final face-off at Wimbledon.

Australian woman found guilty of triple murder with toxic mushrooms
An Australian woman murdered her husband's parents and aunt by lacing their beef Wellington lunch with toxic mushrooms, a jury found Monday at the climax of a trial watched around the world.

Indonesia volcano spews 18-kilometre ash tower: agency
A volcano in eastern Indonesia erupted, spewing a colossal ash tower 18 kilometres (11 miles) into the sky on Monday, authorities said, just weeks after it caused dozens of flight cancellations to and from the popular resort island of Bali.

Trump says to send first tariff letters on Monday
US President Donald Trump announced he would send the first tariff letters to various countries on Monday, days before his deadline for trading partners to reach a deal expires.

The strange case of Evgeniya Mayboroda, Russia's rebel retiree
The elegant 74-year-old Russian put her hand on her heart as the verdict fell. Five and a half years in prison for posts opposing the war in Ukraine.

Asian markets drop as Trump's tariff deadline looms
Most Asian markets fell Monday as countries fought to hammer out trade deals days before Donald Trump's tariff deadline, though investors took heart after he said the levies would not kick in until the start of next month.

Under-strength Brumbies eye 'big opportunity' against Lions
Coach Stephen Larkham said Monday the ACT Brumbies have a "big opportunity" against the British and Irish Lions, but admitted they face a tough task with a team stripped of key Wallabies.

Macron to rekindle relationship with Francophile King Charles on UK visit
French-speaking King Charles III, who is hosting President Emmanuel Macron for a state visit starting on Tuesday, professes a long-standing love of France, describing it as "an essential part" of his life.

Trump hosts Netanyahu, hopes for Israel-Hamas deal 'this week'
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet Monday US President Donald Trump, who expressed hope for a "deal this week" between Israel and Hamas that sees hostages released from the Gaza Strip.

Pressed to confess: Japan accused of 'hostage justice'
Yo Amano says he is unravelling in a cell where he has been confined alone almost 24 hours a day for over six years, despite not having been convicted of the fraud charges against him.

Demna to bow out at Balenciaga in Paris Haute Couture Week
Provocative Georgian showman Demna is to take a final bow after 10 years at Balenciaga during Paris Haute Couture Week, which begins Monday and will also feature a debut for Maison Margiela's new chief creative.

Host of internationals in Australia-New Zealand squad to face Lions
Head coach Les Kiss included 18 internationals in his combined Australia-New Zealand squad named Monday to face the British and Irish Lions, hoping they can produce "something special".

Egyptian conservators give King Tut's treasures new glow
As a teenager, Eid Mertah would pore over books about King Tutankhamun, tracing hieroglyphs and dreaming of holding the boy pharaoh's golden mask in his hands.

Mexico defeat USA 2-1 to retain CONCACAF Gold Cup
Mexico defeated the United States 2-1 to retain the CONCACAF Gold Cup and lift the title for a record-extending 10th time on Sunday.

Visa's 24/7 war room takes on global cybercriminals
In the heart of Data Center Alley -- a patch of suburban Washington where much of the world's internet traffic flows -- Visa operates its global fraud command center.

BRICS nations slam Trump tariffs, condemn strikes on Iran
BRICS leaders at a summit on Sunday took aim at US President Donald Trump's "indiscriminate" import tariffs and recent Israeli-US strikes on Iran.

MLB Nationals fire manager Martinez, GM Rizzo after loss
The Washington Nationals announced Sunday they have fired manager Dave Martinez and general manager Mike Rizzo after suffering their fourth Major League Baseball loss in five games.

US tariffs to kick in Aug 1, barring trade deals
US tariffs will kick in on August 1 if trading partners from Taiwan to the European Union do not strike deals with Washington, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Sunday.

Trump slams former ally Musk's political party as 'ridiculous'
President Donald Trump on Sunday slammed former ally Elon Musk's launching of a new political party as "ridiculous," after the tech billionaire who once backed the Republican said he wanted to challenge the United States' "one-party system."

Three things we learned from the second England-India Test
India were utterly dominant in hammering England by 336 runs in the second Test at Edgbaston on Sunday.
Desperate search for missing girls as nearly 80 dead in Texas floods
Rescuers in Texas raced against time Sunday to find dozens of missing people, including children, swept away by flash floods that killed at least 78 people, with forecasters warning of new deluges.

Norway reach Euro 2025 quarter-finals as Swiss down eliminated Iceland
Norway are the first team to reach the Women's Euro 2025 quarter-finals after beating Finland 2-1 on Sunday and Switzerland's 2-0 win over eliminated Iceland.

Alcaraz vows to avoid Murray after defeat on golf course
Carlos Alcaraz joked that he did not want to play Andy Murray again... in any sport after losing to the former world number one on the golf course.

Alcaraz finds magic touch at Wimbledon as Sabalenka storms into quarter-finals
Carlos Alcaraz found his best form after a shaky start to beat Andrey Rublev and reach the Wimbledon quarter-finals on Sunday as hot favourite in the women's draw Aryna Sabalenka also progressed.

Run-hungry Gill glad to 'lead by example' as India level England series
India captain Shubman Gill said he was happy "to lead by example" after his stunning run-spree in a series-levelling win against England in the second Test at Edgbaston.

Rockets confirm arrival of Durant in unprecedented NBA seven-team trade
Superstar Kevin Durant is headed from the Phoenix Suns to Houston as part of an NBA-record seven-team deal, the Rockets confirmed on Sunday.

Alcaraz survives Rublev test to stay on course for Wimbledon hat-trick
Carlos Alcaraz again tested the nerves of his legions of fans on Sunday before dismissing Andrey Rublev to reach the Wimbledon quarter-finals and stay on track for a third straight title.

New Zealand's Dixon wins seventh IndyCar Mid-Ohio title
New Zealand's Scott Dixon overtook Spanish teammate Alex Palou for the lead with six laps remaining and won Sunday's Indy 200 at Mid-Ohio, his record seventh career victory at the track.

US tariffs to kick in Aug 1, barring trade deals: Bessent
US tariffs will kick in on August 1 if trading partners from Taiwan to the European Union do not strike deals with Washington, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Sunday.

England consider Archer and Atkinson recall after heavy India defeat
Fast bowlers Jofra Archer and Gus Atkinson could be recalled for next week's third Test against India at Lord's after England captain Ben Stokes admitted his attack had failed to "blast them open" at Edgbaston.

Durant deal becomes NBA-record seven-team trade: reports
Kevin Durant's trade from the Phoenix Suns to the Houston Rockets was agreed upon in principle on Sunday as part of an NBA-record seven-team deal, according to multiple reports.