Sydney Morning Herald Digest
Daily News • Monday, 26 January 2026
The surprise beneficiaries of Ozempic boom? Airlines, possibly
A US investment bank is already eyeing the benefits of lighter passengers for the airlines in reduced fuel costs.
Australian Open 2026 LIVE updates: Pegula ousts champ Keys; Kubler, Polmans win all-Aussie clash; Inglis in Swiatek test; Sinner chases second crown
Australian qualifier Maddison Inglis has had a lucky break after Naomi Osaka withdrew. Can she get past the Polish champion? Follow the action live.
Australia Day 2026 LIVE: Major Sydney protests to go ahead with increased police presence; Invasion Day rally paid tribute to Lake Cargelligo shooting victims
Follow our rolling coverage of all the major Australia Day events and protests taking place across Sydney today.
‘We have to put out the message of unity’: Freeman’s road to AC honour
The Indigenous athlete who lit the cauldron at the Sydney Olympics and went on to win the nation’s hearts joins an illustrious list of gold medallists in receiving our top gong.
Troye Sivan called out a doctor who criticised his looks. But the ‘random sicko’ says he won’t stop
The Australian singer was accused of suffering from “twink death” by a cosmetic doctor who recommended procedures to “improve” his “problem areas”.
Are you ageing well? Try these 4 simple tests to find out
While there’s no crystal ball to predict your future health, there are a few basic tests you can give yourself to gauge your current strength, power, cardiovascular fitness and balance — all of which will influence your physical abilities going forward.
Alen Stajcic was just sacked – but his OAM days later says much more
What a weird, incongruous time. To be at one of the lowest points in your career while receiving one of your country’s highest honours.
‘Inherently dangerous’: Popular Blue Mountains destination to close
A surge of visitors to a Blue Mountains lookout has posed such a serious safety risk, the council has closed it temporarily.
Trump is in decay and it affects the whole world, including us
If our PM declines to spend $US1 billion to join the Board of Peace, will Trump punish Australia?
Woodbridge: Demon playing his best tennis yet
Todd Woodbridge says Alex de Minaur is in career-best form at the Australian Open.
Where to watch Australia Day fireworks across WA
Western Australians will have the opportunity to celebrate Australia Day with a bang with several fireworks displays set to light up the sky across the state.
Defending champ knocked out by podcast pal
Defending champion Madison Keys is knocked out of the Australian Open by podcast pal Jessica Pegula.
Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary keeps animals cool amid heatwave
Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is keeping its animals cool amid a heatwave by misting them with water and putting out ice blocks.
Otways communities urged to evacuate by sunset, Victoria to reach 49 degrees tomorrow
Residents have been told to get out of the Otways danger zone by sunset, before a day of extreme heat that has triggered a statewide total fire ban.
Reckon Demon doesn’t have the weapons to beat the best? Think again
No matter what Alex de Minaur achieves, there are always critics ready to place limits on him. That needs to stop.
AFL boss jets off to India with lofty goals
AFL CEO Andrew Dillon is flying to India with hopes of growing the game.
Possible thunderstorm to cap off Brisbane’s hottest Australia Day in 27 years
Heatwave conditions were expected further inland for the rest of the week.
Tensions flare as umpire misses let call
A missed let call during an all-Australian doubles match sparks tension and heated protests as the chair umpire refuses to overturn the non-call despite the players’ frustrations.
First Nations group outraged by killing of K’gari dingoes
Traditional owners on the south-east Queensland island condemned the state government’s decision to euthanise the pack, linked to the death of Canadian backpacker Piper James.
Alcaraz device drama angers greats
Carlos Alcaraz was forced to remove his Whoop device from his wrist. Todd Woodbridge and Lleyton Hewitt were left stunned and disappointed.