State of Origin: NSW stunned Queensland with the biggest comeback in Origin history, clawing back from 20-0 to win 22-20 at Accor Stadium after Kalyn Ponga was sent off for a shoulder charge on Tolu Koula—sparking major TV and fan backlash over the call. Sport (Hockey): India’s women’s team levelled the four-match friendly series with Australia 1-1, winning the shootout 4-2 after a 1-1 draw in Perth. Cricket (ODIs): Mitchell Marsh is ruled out of Australia’s ODI series vs Pakistan with an ankle injury, with Josh Inglis taking captaincy for the three matches in Rawalpindi. Health (Kids): A new concussion clinic trial at Melbourne’s Royal Children’s Hospital is overhauling treatment, bringing multidisciplinary care and faster recovery for young patients. Public health (WA): Diphtheria has reached WA prisons, with two cases linked to West Kimberley Regional Prison. Economy/Markets: Australia’s inflation eased to 4.2% in April, but underlying pressures remain sticky as fuel excise cuts mask broader cost rises. Energy/Industry: Offshore Alliance has called off a planned strike at the Ichthys LNG terminal, deferring industrial action. International: Russia’s Shoigu claims nuclear weapons could emerge in Australia via AUKUS, while Australia’s Quad diplomacy and Pacific ties continue with Solomon Islands PM talks in Canberra.