Category : AFL


Solomon Unaware of Hird Coaching Team Role

Essendon caretaker coach Dean Solomon says he was unaware his name was linked to James Hird's potential coaching staff, focusing solely on the Bombers' immediate challenges.

NASA Ends Mars MAVEN Mission After Probe Goes Silent

NASA has ended its Mars MAVEN mission after the probe lost contact in December 2025. The spacecraft studied atmospheric escape for over a decade, advancing understanding of Mars' climate and habitability.

AFL Probes Lemon Throwing at West Coast Game

The AFL and Optus Stadium are investigating after a lemon was thrown at West Coast Eagles player Rueben Ginbey following Sunday's win over Essendon. Ginbey was unhurt but shocked.

Essendon Seeks AFL Assistance Package Amidst Turmoil

Essendon is reportedly seeking an emergency draft assistance package from the AFL after a disastrous 2026 season, marking a historic low for the club as it navigates internal divisions over James Hird's potential coaching return.

Watson opposes Essendon's AFL assistance bid

Essendon great Tim Watson has strongly opposed the club's bid for special AFL assistance after winning just one of their last 25 games. He argues poor administration is to blame.

Accidental text broke AFL tanking scandal

Veteran journalist Caroline Wilson reveals how a board member's accidental text message confirmed the Melbourne tanking scandal, leading to a major AFL investigation.

Buckley vs Hird: AFL Greats Vie for Coaching Return

Nathan Buckley and James Hird, once compared as players, now compete for senior coaching roles. Buckley prepares methodically at Geelong, while Hird's sudden bid raises questions about experience and process.

Binary Star System Solves Repeating Radio Burst Mystery

Astronomers have detected a new repeating radio burst source, ASKAP J1745, identified as a cataclysmic variable binary star system. This discovery provides crucial insights into long-period transients, acting as a 'Rosetta stone' for understanding these m

Petracca and Wife Expecting Baby Boy

AFL star Christian Petracca and his wife Bella are expecting their first child, a baby boy. The couple shared the joyous news on Instagram, receiving congratulations from fellow players and celebrities.

Hugo Hall-Kahan to Make AFL Debut for Adelaide Crows

Adelaide mid-season draftee Hugo Hall-Kahan will make his AFL debut against Geelong on Thursday night, just seven days after joining the club. The 22-year-old was selected with pick No.10 in the mid-season rookie draft after impressing in the VFL.

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