World in brief – French president won’t run for second term
Francois Hollande has announced he will not stand for re-election as France’s president.
Details
Rio – 2016 Olympics – Heartbreak for the Boomers
The Australian Boomers have lost the bronze medal match to Spain 89-88 despite 30 points from Spurs star Patty Mills. With Spain’s final play of the game, they decided to drive to the basket and look to get a close shot away but Mills gave away a foul in the process, giving Spain two free…
Details
Rio – 2016 Olympics – Basketball – Boomers go down to USA
The Boomers have sent a message to everyone in Rio that they are the real deal after a close loss to USA 98-88.
Details
World in brief – Taliban “recruiting” in captured city
Taliban fighters are reported to be “recruiting” young boys in the northern Afghan city of Kunduz, which fell to the militants on Monday.
Details
World in brief – Obama insists IS can be defeated
US President Barack Obama has urged world leaders to continue fighting Islamic State, saying the militants will eventually lose.
DetailsVIDEO: Should we celebrate Halloween?
Newsroom reporter Noah La’ulu hits the streets in Sydney to ask people whether or not Halloween should be celebrated in Australia.
Details
World Cup team preview – USA
The Newsroom reviews each team in the 2014 FIFA World Cup. Team: USA.
DetailsKansas flirts with “legalised discrimination”
A Kansas bill that will let employees refuse service to same-sex couples has been approved by the state’s lower house.
Details