The American Express Times
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Go, Canada! Take Biebs, Jays
Shane Bieber made his 2026 season debut for the Toronto Blue Jays after limited play over the past two years due to injuries. His return boosts the Blue Jays’ pitching depth as they face the Houston Astros, while other MLB players like Elly De La Cruz and Kyle Tucker are also returning or dealing with…
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Free agent G Trae Young to stay with Wizards
Trae Young has signed a four-year, $212 million contract extension with the Washington Wizards, including a player option for the final year. This deal secures…
Cat dead after cruel beating
Tianxiao Zhao, an international student at the University of Adelaide, was convicted of severely injuring his housemate's cat, Ozai, causing the animal to be euthanised.…
Dad was ‘proud of me’ then tragedy struck
Michael Hill, a 53-year-old man from Murray Bridge, died after being struck by a freight train on June 10 near Bridge Street. His son, Dylan,…
Refinery inferno cause revealed
Viva Energy’s Geelong refinery is approaching over 90 percent of its normal output after an April fire forced the shutdown of most units, except for…
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Jackie Henderson expands legal claim against ARN
Radio broadcaster Jackie “O” Henderson has expanded her Federal Court lawsuit against ARN, adding a claim that the company breached a $3 million loan agreement…
Mystery mobile phone part of Dezi Freeman investigation
Victorian police are investigating a network that allegedly supported Dezi Freeman during his seven-month evasion after killing two officers, examining over 20 electronic devices seized…
Russia’s war blows up woman’s unfair dismissal case
A dispute over differing views on the Russia-Ukraine war between two employees at a Melbourne tailoring business led to a legal challenge when one claimed…
Noni finds a place to call home
Australian actress Noni Hazlehurst is returning to the Space Theatre at the Adelaide Festival Centre to star in the one-woman play *The Lark*, reprising a…
Heartbreaking goodbye: Funeral for siblings in road horror
The parents of five-year-old Katherine and 14-month-old Harry held a funeral service in Western Sydney after the siblings were killed when an SUV struck their…
Lesson for Albo
British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer resigned after less than two years in office amid mounting criticism over broken campaign promises, economic challenges, and policy…
Andy Burnham's Political Agenda and Leadership Prospects
Andy Burnham, Greater Manchester mayor and Labour MP, is preparing to run for Labour Party leader following Sir Keir Starmer’s resignation, focusing on economic credibility…
No weigh! ‘Perimeno’ put a pause on love
Simone Nottage experienced severe perimenopausal symptoms that contributed to a temporary breakup with her partner shortly after purchasing their first home, but the couple has…
The Advertiser Report sounds safety alarm for flight school
A Diamond DA42 training aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff at Parafield Airport, killing the instructor and student pilot and causing extensive damage, with the ATSB's…
Solar fluctuations
Increasing rooftop solar installations in Australia are causing fluctuations in grid demand that complicate energy management and drive power price changes. In response, utilities like…
Morning Tea Time: CWA Scones Recipe
The Country Women’s Association of Victoria has released the full recipe for its famous light and fluffy scones, which uses simple ingredients and yields about…
Robot Revolution Making Sweeping Changes at Airports
Airports globally are increasingly deploying autonomous robots for tasks ranging from passenger assistance and cleaning to vegetation management and security, exemplified by trials at Heathrow,…
Rinehart sells part of empire
Gina Rinehart has sold two large cattle properties in western Queensland for an estimated $55 million to $60 million to avoid paying about $1 million…
Transition worth it
David Bidstrup criticized Australia's shift to renewable energy for driving up electricity prices, while advocates warn that reliance on aging coal plants and fossil fuel…
The Last Word Marty Smith
June 24 has historically marked a diverse range of events, from community activities and public safety concerns in South Australia to significant international moments like…
Tweak on Super Has ‘No Defence’
The Australian government has banned self-managed superannuation funds from borrowing to invest in residential property as part of a $50 million federal budget initiative targeting…
Pets Flying: Qantas Cabin Policy
Qantas has announced it will prohibit pets in passenger cabins on its upcoming ultra-long-haul Project Sunrise flights, based on strong customer opposition to the practice.…
Big Bash mess deepens as Cricket Victoria boss stands down
Cricket Victoria chair Ross Hepburn announced he will step down after deciding not to seek re-election amid controversy over proposed restructuring and rebranding of the…
Get back to basics
Margaret Van Ruth of Eudunda urged a return to core educational fundamentals, criticizing the growing emphasis on psychological and therapeutic approaches within schools. She argued…
Pay Cuts for KPMG Partners
KPMG Australia is cutting partner profit distributions and overhauling its leadership following an audit scandal involving misuse of confidential client documents and ethical violations. These…
Iluka Inks Deal With Mystery Auto Maker
Iluka Resources has signed a four-year offtake agreement starting in 2028 to supply rare earth oxides to a major global automotive company, securing at least…
ASX falls as US technology stumbles
The S&P/ASX 200 fell 0.33 percent, driven by steep losses in the technology sector amid controversy surrounding Wisetech Global's founder and broader concerns over US…
Feeney: Think again to halt the slide
Broc Feeney admitted that Triple Eight’s lack of speed at Hidden Valley Raceway led to a significant drop in his drivers’ championship lead and the…
Geria dismisses Paraguay ‘truce’ talk
Australia’s Socceroos are determined to win their World Cup Round of 32 match against Paraguay, rejecting the idea of settling for a draw despite both…
How Long in Crosshairs? Contract Race Only Just Getting Warm
Several key AFL players, including Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera, Jordan De Goey, and Patrick Cripps, are approaching contract renewals amid growing competition and salary cap challenges ahead…
I’ll Treat Derby as If It’s My Last
Adelaide forward Taylor Walker plans to approach Saturday’s Showdown against Port Adelaide as potentially his final match in the rivalry, with a decision on his…
BHP caves in to unions amid costly strike threat
BHP has offered a draft enterprise agreement to about 450 port operations workers in an effort to prevent strikes that could halt iron ore exports…
Long way to bridge gap between Ford and GM in Supercars
Anton De Pasquale earned Team 18 their second win of the Supercars season at Darwin, highlighting a modest improvement for General Motors amid ongoing questions…
Paro chases Pac-Man Suncorp super fight
Australian boxer Liam Paro will challenge undefeated Lewis Crocker for the IBF welterweight title in Brisbane, aiming to become the first Australian in nearly 40…
Bad back ends Gout’s time in US
Australian sprinter Gout Gout has pulled out of the Prefontaine Classic to return to Australia for treatment of a persistent back issue that has hindered…
Walkinshaw claims 'whin' over criticism from Whincup
Walkinshaw TWG Racing’s Ryan Walkinshaw claimed victory in a public dispute with Triple Eight Race Engineering’s Jamie Whincup over conflicting views on finals testing strategy.…
Robbed of my Games 100m
Josh Azzopardi was not selected for the individual 100 meters at the Commonwealth Games despite strong recent performances, with selectors choosing Rohan Browning due to…
Bulldog Buku is Happy to Wait for New Deal
Western Bulldogs defender Buku Khamis has yet to decide on his AFL future despite a three-year contract offer from his current club. His strong defensive…
Dons Chief’s Pick Solomon Was Well Off Pace Last Time
Essendon Football Club president Andrew Welsh continues to support interim coach Dean Solomon for the permanent senior coaching role, despite Solomon finishing last among candidates…
BRS supporter’s crude gesture at AWM
Scott Jones, a supporter of former SAS corporal Ben Roberts-Smith, was photographed making an offensive gesture at the Australian War Memorial during the opening of…
‘No fait accompli’: Steggall hoses down teal party hype
Zali Steggall has downplayed reports that a new centrist political party is imminent, stating no final decision has been made despite growing interest from some…
Under control, improving? More like...
Australian mainland states show mixed budget results as some maintain surpluses while others face deficits, with employee expenses and population growth significantly impacting their financial…