Students across 17 schools in Wagga Wagga, Australia, held a Superhero Day to raise money and awareness for Schimke immuno-osseous dysplasia (SIOD), a rare genetic disorder that claimed the life of 11-year-old Nate Lawson. The event honoured Nate's bravery and supported the paediatric ward at Wagga Base Hospital.
Pauline Hanson addresses her new MP's comments on immigration and Indigenous flags. The Albanese government offers concessions on capital gains tax changes. Iran plans maritime fees in the Strait of Hormuz, Ukraine drones strike Moscow, and Lionel Messi's family requests "humanity" amid health reports.
Guardian Australia's Matilda Boseley won for innovative storytelling, while The Sydney Morning Herald's Riley Walter was named Young Australian Journalist of the Year at the 2026 Walkley mid-year media prizes. Other winners included ABC teams for women's leadership and reporting on violence against women.
Portuguese star Bernardo Silva has joined Real Madrid on a free transfer after a nine-year career at Manchester City. The 31-year-old midfielder signed a two-year deal, becoming a key signing under returning manager Jose Mourinho. Silva departs City with 20 major honors, including six Premier League titles and a Champions League.
Gary Lineker holds the record for the highest proportion of a country's World Cup goals (85.71% in 1986). The article also explores players with more international honors than club trophies and traces the lineage of "unofficial world champions" in football.
The Obama Presidential Center in Chicago opens with a focus on art, featuring works by 30 diverse artists. The $850m privately funded center celebrates African American history and civil rights, contrasting with other presidential libraries and implicitly critiquing Donald Trump's approach to culture.
Fast bowler Ashok Sharma has been drafted into the India A squad for the tri-series in Sri Lanka as an injury replacement for Yudhvir Singh. The 23-year-old, who recently switched domestic allegiance to Gujarat, impressed with his raw pace in the IPL.
Kevin Sinfield has been awarded a knighthood in the King's Birthday Honours list for his extensive fundraising for motor neurone disease (MND) charities. The rugby league great has raised over £11m since 2020, inspired by his late friend Rob Burrow. Sinfield will continue his support for the MND community.
Healthcare campaigner Merope Mills has been made a CBE for her work on patient safety, particularly her advocacy for Martha's Rule. The initiative, inspired by her daughter Martha's death, allows patients and families to seek a second opinion, potentially saving hundreds of lives.
Kevin Sinfield receives knighthood for rugby & MND charity work; 6 England Euro 2025 winners, Luke Donald, Shaun Murphy, Emily Scarratt, & others honoured in King's Birthday Honours
Kevin Sinfield, Malorie Blackman, and Julia Donaldson lead the King's Birthday Honours list. Sinfield is knighted for his rugby career and fundraising for MND charities, while Blackman and Donaldson are made dames for their services to literature. Several Lionesses, Charlotte Tilbury, Helen Mirren, and Don McCullin also receive honours.
Nauru, the world's smallest republic, is considering a name change to 'Naoero' to better reflect its Indigenous heritage and language. The proposal, passed by parliament, will go to a referendum. Experts see this as a move towards decolonization and cultural preservation.
Nauru, the world's smallest republic, is considering a name change to 'Naoero' in a referendum to better reflect its heritage and language. The proposed change aims to reclaim an Indigenous name altered for foreign convenience, aligning with global trends of decolonization and place name revitalization.
Siblings Marie Elizabeth Shaw KC AM and Michael Stephen Roberts AO, from Eyre Peninsula, were surprised to receive King's Honours awards on the same day for their significant contributions to law and pharmaceutical science, respectively.
Tamil Nadu CM C. Joseph Vijay awarded R. Praggnanandhaa Rs 50 lakh and a memento for winning the Norway Chess tournament, becoming the first Indian to achieve this feat.
Natasha Stott Despoja, former Australian Democrats leader, is appointed Companion of the Order of Australia, alongside others including Will Hodgman, Prof Terence Tao, and Fran Kelly, for their contributions to various fields.
Broken Hill's Silver City Cinema, a cultural landmark for nearly 60 years, is set to be renamed the John Wren Theatre to honor its former owner. Wren's dedication ensured the cinema's survival through numerous challenges, including its role in the production of Mad Max 2. The new owners, the Broken Hill Musicians Club, also plan renovations.
Manchester City chairman Khaldoon al-Mubarak revealed Pep Guardiola "quit 100 times" during his tenure, comparing his empty threats to "The Boy Who Cried Wolf." Mubarak stated he always convinced Guardiola to stay until the manager genuinely decided to leave.
King Charles presented honours at Windsor Castle, including knighthoods for actor Idris Elba and ice dancers Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean. Actress Meera Syal and comedian Paul Elliott also received honours for their contributions to literature, drama, charity, and entertainment.
Former India cricketer Ajay Jadeja believes 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi deserves a spot in the Indian team after his stellar IPL 2026 season. Sooryavanshi scored 776 runs, won the Orange Cap and MVP award, prompting Jadeja to question the selection committee about the youngster's readiness.
Denmark's Michael Valgren wins the 17th stage of the Giro d'Italia, using a lucky Pokémon chip for motivation, while compatriot Jonas Vingegaard maintains his overall lead.
Fredrik Dversnes won the 15th stage of the Giro d'Italia from a breakaway. The final lap in Milan was neutralized due to rider complaints about dangerous race conditions, with Jonas Vingegaard retaining the overall lead.
Michael Carrick has been appointed Manchester United's permanent head coach until 2028 after a successful interim spell, guiding the team back to the Champions League and a guaranteed third-place finish. He promises to challenge for the biggest honours again.
The Guardian's Lorenzo Tondo and Alessio Mamo have won the Ryszard Kapuściński prize for their reporting from war zones and humanitarian crises. The award honours journalistic and photographic work, with the ceremony set for June 12 in Rome.
