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Amazon Tribes Forge Historic Pact Against Deforestation

In a landmark move for conservation, 14 Indigenous communities from Peru and Colombia forge a historic alliance to combat illegal logging and mining, safeguarding a vital corridor of the Amazon rainforest.

Greenland Demands Colonial Apology from Denmark

Greenland's Prime Minister Mette Egede calls for a formal apology from Denmark for its colonial past, as a landmark report details decades of forced cultural assimilation and human rights abuses against the Inuit people.

Drone Reveals Uncontacted Amazon Tribe Under Threat

Exclusive aerial images reveal an uncontacted Indigenous tribe in the Amazon rainforest facing existential threats from illegal logging and drug trafficking, as experts warn of a humanitarian crisis.

Smoke Clears: Police Trial Over Teen's Custody Death

The NSW Supreme Court trial into the death of Indigenous teenager Jai Wright takes a poignant turn as family performs a smoking ceremony outside the courthouse, seeking justice and cultural cleansing.

AFL's Kelli Underwood Reveals Homophobic Abuse

Pioneering AFL commentator Kelli Underwood breaks her silence on the horrific homophobic trolling she endured, detailing the personal toll and her call for greater inclusivity in Australian sports.

Sam Newman Axed: Uni Cancels AFL Star Over Ceremony Comments

AFL icon Sam Newman's speaking engagement at Deakin University is abruptly cancelled following his controversial remarks criticising the Welcome to Country ceremony, sparking a fierce national debate on free speech and cultural protocols.

Sharron Davies Condemns NFL's Male Cheerleaders

Commonwealth gold medalist Sharron Davies ignites debate on competitive fairness, arguing that the inclusion of male cheerleaders in the NFL undermines women's sports and creates an uneven playing field.

Coach's 'Genetic Disadvantage' Claim Sparks Racism Fury

A leading Australian athletics coach has ignited a firestorm by asserting that athletes of Asian descent are at a 'natural genetic disadvantage' compared to their Australian counterparts. The controversial comments have been slammed as 'dangerous' and 'ra

Ostomy Advocate Cass Bargell Targets Rugby World Cup

In an awe-inspiring story of resilience, American rugby star and ostomy advocate Cass Bargell is shattering stereotypes and aiming for the 2025 World Cup, proving that a life-changing surgery is no barrier to elite sport.

AFL team uses Snoop Dogg defence for homophobic slur

An Australian Rules Football team has sparked outrage after attempting to use a Snoop Dogg lyric as a defence for a player's homophobic slur during a match, in a scandal that has rocked the sport.

World Cup 2025: Launchpad for Women's Rugby Takeoff

The 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup is set to be a transformative moment for the sport, driving unprecedented commercial growth, global viewership, and participation. Discover how this tournament is redefining the game's future.

Denver's Gathering of Nations Powwow Concludes with Hope

The 40th annual Gathering of Nations, North America's largest Native American powwow, concluded in Denver with a powerful message of cultural preservation and unity, as thousands celebrated indigenous traditions through dance, music, and ceremony.

Muslim teen wins historic Goodwood race in hijab

19-year-old Khadijah Mellah from Peckham shattered racing's glass ceiling, becoming the first Muslim woman in a hijab to win a British horse race at the iconic Goodwood festival.

Swedish King faces indigenous rights backlash

King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden sparks controversy as indigenous Sami leaders accuse the monarchy of ignoring their rights in a contentious Arctic railway development.

Shearer's funny blunder during Bournemouth-Liverpool

Football legend Alan Shearer left fans in stitches after an on-air mix-up during Bournemouth vs Liverpool. The BBC pundit confused defender Milos Kerkez with another Cherries player in a moment that went viral.

Rooneys show unity at BBC Sport launch

Wayne Rooney shows unwavering support for wife Coleen at the BBC Sport launch, as the couple navigates personal challenges with grace and unity.

Hanson demands audit of Aboriginal grants

Controversial Australian senator Pauline Hanson calls for a full audit of taxpayer-funded grants to Aboriginal organisations, alleging mismanagement and wasted public funds.

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