The West should learn from Japan how to stand up to China
China’s recent decision to target Japanese companies with export controls on critical minerals and “dual‑use” technologies isn’t just an escalation in Beijing’s dispute with Tokyo. This is a moment of truth for democracies that still hope to compartmentalize economic engagement with China from geopolitical security realities. Last month, Beijing placed 20 Japanese companies on a […]
What time does the Adelaide Test start? How to watch the Ashes, and Adelaide weather forecast
The third Ashes Test is upon us, with England facing a mammoth task to get back into the series at Adelaide Oval on Wednesday, December 17. ABC Sport will have you covered on the air and online throughout the series, so make sure to bookmark abc.net.au/news/sport on your phone and computer. Here is everything you […]
The 2025 Geminid meteor shower peaks this weekend. Here’s how to see it from Australia
Australia’s best meteor shower is back this weekend, and this year will be a particularly good year to catch them. The Geminid meteor shower will dazzle sky watchers with potentially dozens of meteors an hour as Earth moves through the debris of the asteroid known as 3200 Phaethon. And there’s a thin crescent Moon so […]
2026 FIFA World Cup: How to get tickets to games in the U.S. and across North America with Gametime
Tickets to the 2026 FIFA World Cup have been on sale for months now, and today’s final World Cup draw has determined which countries will face each other in the group stage which means there’s going to be a mad rush of fans trying to get tickets to see their favorite teams live and in […]
Makhachev vs Della Maddalena: UFC 322 fight card, start, odds, how to watch | Mixed Martial Arts News
Mixed martial arts (MMA) superstar Islam Makhachev will take a shot at winning his first title in the welterweight division when he takes on reigning champion Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 322. Makhachev’s last UFC fight was in January when he defeated Renato Moicano by submission to successfully defend his lightweight title belt, which he […]
When and how can I see the 2025 Orionid meteor shower from Australia?
This week is a great time to find somewhere dark and look up with the annual Orionid meteor shower gracing southern skies. The Orionids streak across the sky every October as Earth passes through the debris trail left behind Halley’s Comet. At their peak early this week on October 21 and 22 the Orionids may […]
How To Watch: United States vs Australia | International Friendly
The CommBank Socceroos travel to Denver to face the United States on Wednesday 15 October at 12:00pm AEDT at DSG Park to conclude their North America tour. Tony Popovic’s side has won seven consecutive matches and are unbeaten in their previous 11 Socceroos matches under his stewardship (12 in total), as the Aussies prepare […]
USMNT vs. Japan: How to watch the men’s soccer international friendly match tonight, kickoff time and more
HBO Max, AKA “the one to watch,” has select live sports available through its Bleacher Report Sports add-on, which is included free of charge for ad-free HBO Max subscribers. Viewers can catch sports that air on TNT, TBS and truTV, including tonight’s USMNT match. In addition, a subscription to HBO Max has buzzy shows including […]
What time does the British and Irish Lions vs Wallabies match kick off? How can I watch it?
The Wallabies must win at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Saturday night to keep their Test series against the British and Irish Lions alive. ‘Referees were too weak’: Controversy reigns as Wallabies lose in last minute The British and Irish Lions have scored a controversial last-gasp try to beat the Wallabies 29-26 in a thrilling […]
When is the federal election? A simple guide on how to vote, early voting centres near you and what the main parties are offering
Australians will head to the polls tomorrow to decide which party is most fit to lead the country. If you haven’t visited a polling booth yet, here’s everything you need to know in preparation for casting your vote. What electorate am I in? Where can I vote near me? Election essentials: Federal election live updates: […]