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Optus Faces Manslaughter Probe Over Deadly Triple Zero Outage

Australian telco giant Optus could face unprecedented corporate manslaughter charges as a national inquiry investigates a catastrophic 16-hour Triple Zero outage linked to multiple fatalities, prompting calls for massive fines and criminal liability.

Optus CEO Under Fire After Deadly Network Blackout

Optus CEO Stephen Rue is under immense pressure to resign following a catastrophic 14-hour nationwide network outage that left 10 million Australians stranded and has been connected to three tragic deaths after emergency calls failed.

Optus network failure linked to Triple Zero deaths

A catastrophic failure during an Optus network upgrade disrupted emergency calls to Triple Zero, resulting in three tragic deaths, as confirmed by the telecom giant's CEO in a damning revelation.

UK Girls' Sports Imagery Lacks Diversity, Report Finds

A landmark study reveals that media portrayals of girls in sport are overwhelmingly white, middle-class, and focused on a narrow range of activities, creating a significant barrier to participation for many young women across the UK.

Brighton's Inclusive Rugby World Cup Sells Out

Brighton's Amex Stadium becomes the epicentre of inclusive sport as it hosts a triumphant, sold-out weekend for the 2025 Rugby World Cup, setting a new benchmark for diversity and accessibility in major sporting events.

Competitive Rubbish Collection Sweeps Australia

Thousands of Australians are swapping the gym for green spaces in a revolutionary fitness craze that combines jogging with litter collection. Discover how 'plogging' is transforming communities and wellbeing.

Jack Draper Cruises Into US Open Second Round

Rising British tennis star Jack Draper secures a commanding straight-sets victory against Russia's Andreev in the US Open first round. Discover his next opponent and path forward in Flushing Meadows.

Federer Becomes Billionaire, Out-Earns Messi and Ronaldo

Tennis legend Roger Federer has officially become a billionaire, surpassing the career earnings of football icons Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo through unprecedented endorsement deals and his revolutionary brand, On.

Rugby Star Holly Aitchison's Harrowing Stalker Ordeal

England rugby sensation Holly Aitchison reveals the terrifying reality of her two-year stalking nightmare, detailing the relentless harassment that left her fearing for her safety and forced to change her entire life.

US Open players complain courts smell of cannabis

Professional tennis players at the US Open have raised concerns over the distinct smell of cannabis wafting onto the courts from nearby public areas in New York, where recreational use is now legal.

ECB Chairman Champions Grassroots Cricket in Luton

England and Wales Cricket Board chairman Richard Thompson makes a powerful case for investing in grassroots cricket during a visit to Luton, highlighting the sport's role in community cohesion.

Raducanu hires renowned chiropractor to tackle injuries

British tennis sensation Emma Raducanu has enlisted the expertise of renowned chiropractor Jason di Francesco, signalling a major shift in her approach to fitness and injury prevention ahead of the 2024 season.

Emma Raducanu parts ways with LTA support

In a surprising move, US Open champion Emma Raducanu has ended her formal performance partnership with the Lawn Tennis Association, choosing to assemble her own private team ahead of the 2024 season.

Gymnastics coach banned for life over child abuse images

Wei Jun Soh Lee, a former Gold Coast gymnastics coach, has been handed a life ban by Gymnastics Australia after being convicted of possessing child abuse material. The disgraced coach's crimes have sent shockwaves through the sporting community.

Lineker & Cates Lead BBC Boycott Over Presenter Suspension

BBC's flagship football programming descends into chaos as Gary Lineker, Kelly Cates, and a host of top presenters withdraw from broadcasts in a dramatic stand against the corporation's suspension of a key Match of the Day host, leaving schedules in disar

Razorbacks Star Quits Football for Baseball Shock

In a stunning career U-turn, Arkansas Razorbacks defensive lineman Kaleb James has announced his immediate departure from the college football programme to pursue baseball, sending shockwaves through the SEC.

Fitzpatrick Leads British Masters After Stunning 65

Sheffield's Matt Fitzpatrick fires a stunning 65 to seize a one-shot lead at the Betfred British Masters. Home favourite faces fierce challenge from Marco Penge and others in dramatic final round.

Transgender Volleyball Star Sparks Fury at School Meeting

Exclusive: Heavily-built transgender athlete AB Hernandez faces furious backlash from parents and female players at emotional Huntington Beach meeting, reigniting heated debate over fairness and safety in women's volleyball.

Samoa stun Australia in historic Rugby World Cup shock

In a seismic Women's Rugby World Cup shock, Manusina Samoa pulled off a breathtaking 17-14 victory over the heavily favoured Wallaroos, throwing Pool B wide open and igniting their own knockout stage dreams.

Wallaroos edge Samoa in nail-biting World Cup opener

Australia's Wallaroos survive a monumental scare from a spirited Samoa side, securing a narrow 10-7 victory in their opening Women's Rugby World Cup clash. Relive all the drama and key moments.

The Brit Who Invented Fantasy Football in 1962

The incredible untold story of Andrew Wainstein, the UK computing pioneer who created the first fantasy football game in 1962, long before the internet made it a global phenomenon.

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