University of Washington researchers have detected Echinococcus multilocularis, a disease-causing tapeworm, in West Coast wildlife for the first time. The parasite, previously found in Canada and the Midwest, can cause fatal, cancer-like cysts in humans and animals.
Sydney Swans secured a thrilling three-point victory over Port Adelaide, winning 14.9 (93) to 13.12 (90) in a closely contested AFL match. Key performances from Sydney's Brodie Grundy, Chad Warner, and Isaac Heeney were crucial in the final quarter, as the Swans kicked 5.1 to Port's 3.1 to clinch the win.
The AFL Saturday scoreboard features updates from matches including Kangaroos vs Eagles and Demons vs Bombers. Key moments include a melee at Perth Stadium, Harley Reid's performance for the Eagles, and defensive plays by Jake Lever for Melbourne.
Port Adelaide leads Sydney at halftime in an AFL match, while North Melbourne narrowly defeated West Coast in another game. Key player performances and recent match history are detailed.
Melbourne Demons defeated Essendon Bombers 95-50 in an AFL match at the MCG. The Demons secured their ninth win of the season, moving them into the top four. Essendon suffered a blow with an injury to Archie Roberts.
Melbourne Demons defeated the Essendon Bombers by 45 points at the MCG, maintaining their perfect record at the venue. Kysaiah Pickett and Max Gawn starred for Melbourne, while Essendon suffered further injury blows.
ABC's live coverage of AFL Round 14 features three Saturday games: Melbourne hosts Essendon, North Melbourne plays West Coast in Perth, and Port Adelaide faces the Sydney Swans in Adelaide.
Melbourne Demons secured a comfortable 45-point victory over Essendon Bombers at the MCG, extending their lead to 40 points in the final term. The Demons' win marks their ninth of the season, placing them in the top four. Meanwhile, the Kangaroos are leading the Eagles by 12 points early in their match, despite an injury concern for Hamish Davis.
The Kangaroos secured a tense victory over the West Coast Eagles in Perth, holding on by a narrow margin. Meanwhile, Melbourne decisively beat an injury-plagued Essendon by 45 points at the MCG, maintaining their perfect record at the venue.
North Melbourne Kangaroos and West Coast Eagles played a close match, with the Kangaroos ultimately securing a win. Key moments included early leads for North, a melee sparking at Perth Stadium, and crucial goals from players like Jack Darling and Liam Baker. The game also saw injuries and team changes.
The Sydney Swans secured a dramatic three-point victory over Port Adelaide (93-90) in a nail-biting AFL match. Key goals from James Rowbottom and Jordon Sweet in the dying minutes sealed the win for the Swans after a see-sawing contest.
Antarctica's west coast is experiencing a severe deficit of winter sea ice, with an area the size of France missing in the Bellingshausen Sea. This alarming loss raises concerns for penguins, marine life, and global sea levels, and may have intensified a recent heatwave on the continent.
Taiwan's military conducted a live-fire exercise of US-supplied HIMARS on the west coast, simulating precision strikes to demonstrate rapid deployment and battlefield reinforcement capabilities. The drill involved 32 rockets fired from six launchers, with the military aiming to enhance its 'porcupine' defense strategy.
A lifelong New Yorker reflects on the Knicks' 1973 championship and their current quest for a title, drawing parallels to past eras and expressing hope for a historic win.
A massive bloom of common octopuses (Octopus vulgaris) in UK waters, first seen in Devon and Cornwall in 2025, has spread to Scotland and Wales, impacting the fishing industry and marine ecosystem due to warming seas.
Port Adelaide ended a four-game losing streak with a 6-point win (11.11/77 to 10.11/71) over West Coast Eagles at Optus Stadium, despite a late surge from the Eagles. The win was marked by a severe quad injury to West Coast's Reuben Ginbey.
West Coast Eagles beat Essendon Bombers by 30 points in Perth. Essendon's Archer May dislocated his shoulder, adding to their injury woes. West Coast's strong second half secured the win.
GWS Giants secure a 49-point win over Melbourne Demons, 19.5 (119) to 9.16 (70), with Finn Callaghan and Clayton Oliver starring, while Melbourne's Kysaiah Pickett scores a contender for goal of the year.
Golden mussels, an invasive species, have prompted a state of emergency in California's San Joaquin and Kern Counties, impacting water quality and infrastructure. Authorities warn of rapid spread, with Oregon and Washington at risk, emphasizing prevention as the only viable solution.
Chinese dissident Dong Guangping, a former policeman and critic of the CCP, was detained in South Korea for violating immigration laws after fleeing China in a small rubber boat. His asylum status and potential extradition to China are uncertain.
A World Surf League event in New Zealand was halted on finals day after Australian photographer Ed Sloane was bitten by an unidentified sea creature near Raglan. Sloane sustained minor injuries, including puncture wounds and a ripped flipper, and was taken to hospital. The competition was suspended for safety assessments.
The World Surf League event in New Zealand was stopped on finals day after a photographer, Ed Sloane, was bitten by a sea creature near Raglan. Sloane sustained minor puncture wounds and is in stable condition. The incident led to the extraction of surfers Yago Dora and Italo Ferreira from the water.
The World Surf League event in New Zealand was halted on finals day after a photographer was bitten by a sea creature near Raglan. The incident occurred just before the men's semi-finals, leading to the extraction of surfers and a "code red" activation.
Round 11 of the 2026 AFL season concludes with a double-header. The GWS Giants and Brisbane Lions, both coming off losses, make changes to their lineups. The Melbourne Demons, in strong form, face the Western Bulldogs.
