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Australia's women's soccer team secured a thrilling 2-1 semifinal victory over China at Perth Stadium, booking their place in the 2026 Asian Cup final. Goals from Caitlin Foord and Sam Kerr powered the Matildas through in front of their home crowd.
Australia's Matildas and Japan's women's soccer team just made history off the field, joining forces to demand equal prize money after their record-breaking Asian Cup. The tournament drew 355,528 fans but offered just $2.62 million in prizes compared to $21.54 million for the men.
Australia's star goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold is feeling confident ahead of the Asian Cup tournament starting Sunday, despite limited game time during the off-season. The Matildas will face the Philippines in their opening match in Perth.
Australian soccer hero Caitlin Foord marked her 150th international appearance with a goal as the Matildas defeated Mexico 3-1 in a thrilling comeback victory. The win showed the team's resilience and attacking prowess just months before the World Cup.
Sam Kerr headed home the winning goal as Australia launched their home Asian Cup campaign with a 1-0 victory over the Philippines in Perth. The win marks a promising start for the Matildas in front of passionate home fans still riding the wave of their 2023 World Cup magic.
Australian soccer star Sam Kerr netted her first goal on home soil in nearly three years, leading the Matildas to a 1-0 victory over the Philippines in the Women's Asian Cup opener. The comeback moment marks a turning point for Kerr after a challenging injury recovery since the 2023 World Cup.
A new study shows COVID vaccines given in fall and winter 2025-2026 protected older adults from symptomatic illness with 55% effectiveness. The findings highlight a powerful tool many vulnerable seniors are missing out on.
Researchers engineered tiny nanoparticles that activate cancer drugs only in diseased lymph nodes, dramatically reducing harmful side effects while improving treatment effectiveness. The breakthrough could allow patients to receive stronger, more effective doses without the toxic reactions that force many to stop therapy.
A growing movement is celebrating women scientists who were erased from history, their groundbreaking discoveries wrongly credited to male colleagues. The "Matilda Effect" explains how brilliant researchers like Martha Chase and Laura Garnjobst shaped modern genetics but vanished from Nobel Prize ceremonies.
A breakthrough trial shows endoxifen reduces breast cancer risk as effectively as standard treatment but with dramatically fewer troublesome side effects. This could help millions of women stay on preventive treatment longer.
Scientists at UC San Diego discovered that a natural fungal supplement reduces vaccine side effects while helping antibodies last longer. The breakthrough could make vaccines more appealing and effective for millions of people worldwide.
Scientists in Japan have created a new delivery system that makes a common cancer drug 3,600 times more effective at reaching tumors. The breakthrough could transform treatment for patients while reducing harmful side effects.
Australia's women's soccer team punched their ticket to the Asian Cup semifinals with a thrilling 2-1 victory over North Korea, earning an automatic spot in the 2027 World Cup. Over 16,000 fans witnessed captain Sam Kerr and goal-scoring star Alanna Kennedy deliver the magic moments that mattered most.
Australia's women's soccer team is following the men's playbook by giving young players a shot at greatness before next year's World Cup. Two upcoming matches against Colombia will help the next generation shine.
Australia's women's soccer team claimed the FIFA Series trophy with a 2-0 victory over Kenya in Nairobi, marking another milestone for captain Sam Kerr. The win caps off a groundbreaking tour that showcased both Australia's strength and the rising competitiveness of women's soccer worldwide.
Despite a narrow 1-0 loss to Japan in the Asian Cup final, Australia's women's soccer team showed their best football in years. Coach Joe Montemurro believes the team's golden age is just beginning, not ending.
Kaitlyn Torpey wasn't even starting for Australia's women's soccer team a week ago. Now she's playing a key role in tonight's Asian Cup final against Japan, thanks to relentless work and a goldfish memory.
Australia kicks off the Women's Asian Cup on home soil Sunday, with soccer stars Sam Kerr and Mary Fowler back after injury recoveries. The tournament brings 12 nations together across three cities through March 21.
A major Oxford study analyzed 154,664 patients and found statins don't actually cause most side effects listed on their packages, including memory loss and depression. This breakthrough could save lives by helping millions overcome fears about taking these proven heart medications.
A groundbreaking analysis of 123,940 patients found that statins don't cause most side effects blamed on them. Memory loss, depression, sleep problems, and dozens of other symptoms occurred just as often in people taking fake pills.
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