Sydney Morning Herald Digest
Daily News • Sunday, 25 January 2026
Australian Open 2026 LIVE updates: Inglis’ great Swiatek test; All-Aussie showdown in doubles; Sinner, Keys chase title defences
Australian qualifier Maddison Inglis has had a lucky break after Naomi Osaka withdrew. Can she get past the Polish champion? Follow the action live.
James claims historic fifth straight X Games gold
Scotty James saves his best for last, landing a historic switch backside 1440 into a backside 1440 combination to complete his winning run at the X Games event in Aspen.
Snowfall in Chicago part of massive winter storm across the US brings ice, frigid temperatures
Snowfall in Chicago part of massive winter storm across the US brings ice, frigid temperatures
Massive winter storm hits Philadelphia with snow-covered roads and frigid temperatures
Massive winter storm hits Philadelphia with snow-covered roads and frigid temperatures
Heavy snow falls on Philadelphia as winter storm hits U.S.
Heavy snow falls on Philadelphia as winter storm hits U.S.
Massive winter storm brings widespread snow and significant travel disruption to New York
A massive winter storm continued to hit the US on Sunday, dumping sleet, freezing rain and snow across the South and up through New England, bringing frigid temperatures, widespread power outages and treacherous road conditions. In New York City, Mayor Zohran Mamdani said at least five people died as temperatures plunged.
Aerial footage shows a snow-covered Oklahoma City, snow plows at work
Widespread heavy snow, sleet and freezing rain threatened nearly 180 million people — more than half the U.S. population — in a path stretching from the southern Rocky Mountains to New England, the National Weather Service said Saturday night. Aerial video from Oklahoma City on Sunday showed roads and highways covered in snow.
Massive storm blankets Baltimore in snow
Massive storm blankets Baltimore in snow
King’s concerns over Trump’s Afghanistan slur relayed to White House
An intervention from the King is thought to have influenced the president’s decision to walk back remarks that British soldiers avoided the conflict’s front line.
DC revelers enjoy snowball fight, carry ICE banner as U.S. experiences major storm
DC revelers enjoy snowball fight, carry ICE banner as U.S. experiences major storm
Harry and Meghan attend Sundance Film Festival
Duke and Duchess of Sussex Prince Harry and Meghan surprised the crowds at this year’s iteration of the Sundance Film Festival
Australia Day 2026 LIVE: Astronaut named Australian of The Year; Major Sydney protests to go ahead with increased police presence
Follow our rolling coverage of all the major Australia Day events and protests taking place across Sydney today.
Rapid Recap | MW23: Crystal Palace vs Chelsea
Catchup with Rapid Recap: Watch the goals and big moments from Chelsea’s visit to Selhurst Park to face Crystal Palace in Premier League Matchweek 23 action.
Rapid Recap | MW23: Arsenal vs Man Utd
Catchup with Rapid Recap: Watch the goals and big moments from Manchester United’s visit to The Emirates Stadium to face Arsenal in Premier League Matchweek 23 action.
Rapid Recap | MW23: Brentford vs Nott’m Forest
Catchup with Rapid Recap: Watch the goals and big moments from Nottingham Forest’s visit to Gtech Community Stadium to face Brentford in Premier League Matchweek 23 action.
Rapid Recap | MW23: Newcastle vs Aston Villa
Catchup with Rapid Recap: Watch the goals and big moments from Aston Villa’s visit to St. James’ Park to face Newcastle United in Premier League Matchweek 23 action.
Unrest surges in Minneapolis after shooting
The killing of nurse Alex Pretti by a federal immigration officer has seen tensions rise in the US city of Minneapolis.
Boos ring out over non-handshake
Mirra Andreeva is showered in boos for not shaking Ukrainian Elina Svitolina’s hand after their fourth-round match, but it’s explained that Andreeva left it because Svitolina had stated previously that she would snub Russians and Belarusians.
Title race blown wide open as anxious Arsenal stunned at home by United
After scoreless draws against Liverpool and Nottingham Forest, and now this shocking 3-2 loss at home, the Gunners have taken just two points from a possible nine.
Is the five-second rule really a thing? A dietitian’s guide to avoiding food poisoning
With nearly 5 million cases of food poisoning in Australia a year, it pays to heed a few simple guidelines when it comes to cooking and serving food safely.