Stricter regulation on the cards for controversial combat sports

ABC Australia News - Nov 6, 2026

Bare-knuckle boxing, collision running and competitive slapping are the subject of a NSW parliamentary inquiry, as organisers of the controversial sports say they are prepared to collaborate on regulation to be able to continue.

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New York Knicks release gushing defense of Taylor Swift after two of their players called her team's 'fakest celebrity fan' in now-viral interview

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He had the world at his feet when he signed for Real Madrid at 13, mixing with Zidane and Ronaldo. Now Jack Harper plays in Italy's Serie D... but he's not giving up on his Scotland dream

Nov 6, 2026

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Ex-NFL star Antonio Brown pleads guilty to reduced charge, sentenced to probation in 2025 shooting

Nov 6, 2026

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Nov 6, 2026

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Nov 6, 2026

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Blue Jays' Anthony Santander posts crude Islamophobic memes after Abdul El-Sayed's victory in Michigan

Nov 6, 2026

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New York Knicks stars call Taylor Swift their 'fakest fan' and call out her 'performative' courtside antics

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