An 86-year-old former Catholic priest, Neville Joseph Creen, faces trial for alleged child sexual abuse in the 1970s. The jury failed to reach a unanimous verdict after a three-day trial in the Townsville District Court.
BCCI and the Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru are standardising base fitness parameters for Indian cricketers after non-definitive tests and communication gaps caused frequent player injuries, cramps, and a drop in fitness standards.
The death toll from a Ukrainian attack on an industrial facility in Russia's Kursk Region has risen to four, with another person injured, according to regional Governor Alexander Khinshtein.
Jack Draper's return to tennis after a long injury layoff ended in a first-round loss at the Canadian Open. He was defeated by France's Terence Atmane 6-3 2-6 6-2, with recurring discomfort limiting his play. Draper's participation in upcoming events, including the US Open, is now uncertain.
A father shares his emotional turmoil as his 12-year-old son undergoes a clinical trial for recurring cancer, just as prediction market Kalshi moves to allow financial bets on FDA decisions and clinical trial results.
Long jumper Sreeshankar Murali overcame a severe patellar tendon injury to win silver at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, capping a grueling two-year recovery process overseen by his father and coach Wayne Lombard.
Carlos Alcaraz has withdrawn from the Cincinnati Open due to an ongoing wrist injury, delaying his return ahead of his US Open title defence.
At the murder trial of businessman Yorgen Fenech, Matthew Caruana Galizia testified that his mother, Daphne Caruana Galizia, was investigating corruption involving Fenech and government officials before she was killed in a car bomb in October 2017.
Hong Kong delivery riders and unions are demanding stronger government protections and fair compensation under a proposed statutory work injury scheme following months-long claim delays and meager payouts.
Serena and Venus Williams will make their Cincinnati Open doubles debut this month after receiving a wild card, marking their first doubles appearance since 2022.
Yash Vir Singh won a bronze medal in the men's javelin final at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games, throwing 85.41 metres on his final attempt to finish behind Rumesh Tharanga and Neeraj Chopra.
Emma Raducanu will miss the US Open due to a right leg stress fracture sustained during the grass-court season, dealing another blow to her return following persistent physical setbacks over the past year.
India pacer Arshdeep Singh has been named in the North Zone squad for the Duleep Trophy, with Jammu and Kashmir wicketkeeper-batter Kanhaiya Wadhawan appointed captain. The 15-member team, featuring six players from Jammu and Kashmir's Ranji Trophy-winning side, will begin its campaign on August 23.
Enio Screpanti, a 67-year-old former prison worker, has been found guilty of the rape and aggravated indecent assault of a female inmate at an Adelaide jail in the early 2020s. After the unanimous guilty verdicts, his bail was revoked, and he was remanded in custody. Screpanti will return to court next month for a pre-sentence hearing.
North Queensland Cowboys co-captain Tom Dearden has publicly refuted recent reports linking him to an early exit from the club for personal reasons, reaffirming his commitment until 2029. Dearden also provided an update on his recovery from a shin injury, targeting a return in round 26.
Manchester City's Jack Grealish is linked with Atlético Madrid, while Tottenham eyes Victor Osimhen and Cody Gakpo. Manchester United seeks left-back options, Juventus targets Guglielmo Vicario, and Hull pursues several players. West Ham and Trabzonspor are also active in the transfer market.
India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah is out of the upcoming two-Test series against Sri Lanka due to a left knee injury. Uncapped fast bowler Auqib Nabi has been named as his replacement, marking his first senior call-up. The series begins August 15 in Galle.
Irish boxer Lee Reeves is in a "critical but stable" condition in hospital after being knocked out in the 10th round of his super-lightweight title fight against Gary Cully at Dublin's 3Arena. Queensberry Promotions confirmed his status, with thoughts and prayers extended by his opponent and promoter.
The BCCI is set to assess the Indian cricket team's recurring injury issues, with feedback expected on head physiotherapist Kamlesh Jain. Captain Shubman Gill and coach Gautam Gambhir are reportedly displeased with frequent player breakdowns, impacting team selection ahead of a packed calendar.
The BCCI is set to assess the Indian cricket team's frequent injury concerns, with head physiotherapist Kamlesh Jain and the BCCI Centre of Excellence under scrutiny. Captain Shubman Gill and coach Gautam Gambhir are reportedly displeased, as player breakdowns force them to field less than full-strength squads.
Indian decathlete Tejaswin Shankar revealed his emotional turmoil after a recurring knee injury forced him to withdraw from high jump at the Commonwealth Games. He overcame despair to win India's first-ever decathlon bronze medal, crediting support for his historic comeback.
Indian decathlete Tejaswin Shankar overcame a recurring knee injury and emotional turmoil at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, securing India's first-ever decathlon bronze after an initial high jump withdrawal.
The Los Angeles Sparks traded All-Star guard Kelsey Plum to the Phoenix Mercury for a 2025 first-round pick, Monique Akoa Makani, and a 2028 second-round draft choice. The deal, finalized before Sunday's trade deadline, sees Plum join Phoenix while recovering from a lower leg injury.
Former champion jockey Jim Crowley, 48, announced his retirement at Goodwood, 10 months after sustaining serious pelvis and leg injuries in a fall at York. He stated his body could not return to the level required for racing after multiple operations.
