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A record number of over 40s are at this World Cup. Here's why
A record number of players over 40 will feature at this year’s World Cup. So what part does sports science play in keeping the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo on the pitch longer? Source link
How you and your superannuation came to be aboard SpaceX
If your superannuation is managed by any of Australia’s big superannuation funds, chances are you’re about to become a highly valued financial backer to Elon Musk. Source link
International students face a double financial blow
When Jolie Cao chose to do her undergraduate university degree in Australia, she knew it would be expensive. But an additional financial pressure has made things “really hard”. Source link
The Cronulla riots shocked us 20 years ago. A new artwork considers their legacy
Artist Abdul Abdullah says the Cronulla riots were a “moment of revelation” for many Australians as he unveils a new work for Sydney Biennale. Source link
South Korea completes Czechia comeback, relief for Socceroos star
The 2026 FIFA World Cup gets underway as South Korea comes from a goal down to beat Czechia 2-1 and Mexico defeats South Africa 2-0 in an opening game which features three red cards. Source link
Iran signals caution as Trump claims war could end 'this weekend' — as it happened
Iran says a final decision has not yet been made on a possible peace agreement with the US, after Donald Trump claimed one could be signed this weekend. Read how events unfolded on Friday, June 12. Source link
Six Australian music acts inducted into ARIA Hall of Fame
Gurrumul, Jenny Morris, Kate Ceberano, Spiderbait, The Living End, and Vika and Linda Bull were elevated six to top-tier status at a ceremony in Sydney as part of ARIA’s 40th anniversary celebrations. Source link
Kaylee McKeown a victim of her own brilliance as three-year wait goes on
Backstroke superstar Kaylee McKeown leaves the Australian Swimming Trials frustrated as her own world record remains just out of reach. Source link
Ditching cigarettes for vapes may curb the cancer benefits of quitting
A study of 4.5 million people suggests that ex-smokers who take up vaping are more at risk of dying from lung cancer than people who quit without the use of e-cigarettes Source link
Gold Coast ruck the latest AFL-listed player banned for homophobic slur
Gold Coast Suns ruck Max Knobel is banned over a homophobic slur during a VFL game, meaning he will be unavailable until after round 17 of the AFL season. Source link