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PGA Tour not considering return program for LIV Golf players Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
LIV Golf's bankruptcy filing has left the playing futures of some of the breakaway circuit's biggest names in doubt. ​
Trump criticises Supreme Court for rejecting restrictions on mail-in ballots Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
US President Donald Trump says the Supreme Court has let down the country by blocking his plan to restrict mail-in ballots ahead of November's mid term elections.
Live: Former spy boss says 'ball was dropped' in Australia following October 7 attacks Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
A former spy boss says "the ball was dropped" following the October 7 attacks and Australia needs to draw a clearer line on what is deemed acceptable amid the rise in antisemitism. Follow live.
'Terrified' families sue Matt Wright over 'war zone' airboat crash Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
Two young couples are suing Netflix star Matt Wright over an airboat crash they claim left them feeling "like they were in a war zone" after another passenger was so badly injured it appeared "'her face [was] falling off".
NSW One Nation leader vows to fight for abortion controls Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
The NSW leader of One Nation has told a rally outside state parliament that he will seek tighter controls on abortion if his party is successful in the March election.
Sturt versus Norwood stirs up 1978 controversy ahead of SANFL final Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
Free kick or mark, the call that helped Norwood to a SANFL grand final victory has been contentious for 48 years, but the eastern suburbs rivals are about to set the record straight.
Rush to put Zverev in Alcaraz-Sinner tier premature despite twin titles Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
As men's tennis looks for its next dominant triumvirate, Alexander Zverev's two grand slam titles don't mean he has entered the upper echelon just yet.
Australian company Sharon AI buys former Visy paper mill site at Ettamogah Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
An AI company confirms it has purchased a large paper mill site in Ettamogah, north of Albury, but is yet to disclose why.
Trump allies and adversaries join forces in AI fight Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
Former Trump strategist Steve Bannon and left-wing senator Bernie Sanders are among political adversaries pushing for regulation of AI, but Donald Trump continues to baulk at the calls for action.
One in five Melbourne units sold at a loss, as national housing prices drop Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
The national median profit has dropped to $371,000, as a softening housing market hits home prices.Â
'All this money … what for?' The uncomfortable question on Whyalla Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
While the blast furnace has gone cold, the heat is turning up on the South Australian government's long-term vision to fix the Whyalla steelworks and the money being poured in to "save" it.
Why Australia's most attractive renewables state is almost $1b behind Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
NSW needs to dramatically increase the amount of renewables projects it commissions in order to meet its legislated 2030 targets.
Friends of Australian man shocked he killed his kids in Bali Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
Friends of Australian man Damien John Shaw describe their shock and horror after he apparently killed himself and his two children at their Bali home on Sunday.
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Frost freezes crops in PNG as El Niño takes hold Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
Drought, crop-destroying frost and water shortages brought about by El Niño are causing alarm in parts of Papua New Guinea.
Attorney-general demands explanation over AI court blunder Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
The fallout from Tasmania's parole board relying on case law that was "hallucinated" by AI in a high-profile case has sparked calls for resignations and the state's attorney-general demanding an explanation.
Warner Bros killed Coyote vs. Acme, but now it's back Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
This week, the film will conclude its long journey to Aussie cinemas, having previously looked deader than a cartoon coyote trapped under a comically over-sized boulder.
Politicians raise concerns over parliament house being used to boost brands Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
Further questions have been raised about the hire of Parliament House for commercial purposes.
Plans to expand police search powers to combat knife crime in Victoria Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
Victorian Labor has promised to expand police search powers to combat knife crime in the state, despite warnings it will not reduce violent offending.
Cases of domestic violence 'disproportionately high' in country communities Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
As Australia grapples with a domestic violence crisis, experts are pleading for more to be done in regional and rural Australia.
'Australia first' senator Ralph Babet's new fashion line not made in Australia Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
Senator Ralph Babet's new fashion line, which includes Australian flag towels, mugs and socks, is made in South America and Asia.
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Baby 'cot cams' plan after inquiry finds Lucy Letby crimes could have been prevented Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 Plans will be "urgently" developed for live-streaming cameras after an inquiry report into Lucy Letby's crimes. All support acts on Ed Sheeran's US tour quit after Macklemore dropped Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 The star said he was not responsible for Macklemore being dropped from the line-up after he made pro-Palestinian statements on stage. Dan Thomas resigns as Reform Wales leader after arrest on suspicion of assault Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 Thomas said he has done nothing wrong as Gwent Police confirms arrest on suspicion of assault. Former England footballer Raheem Sterling admits dangerous driving on motorway before crash Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 The former England winger crashed a Lamborghini into motorway barriers in May. Warning of space arms race as US confirms weapons in Earth's orbit Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 The BBC's defence correspondent Jonathan Beale explains what an arms race in space might look like - and what it could mean for us on the ground. Thirteenth Met Police officer sacked after Charing Cross Panorama film Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 PC Mason O'Connor is dismissed after a hearing found he had breached standards of professional behaviour, the Met said. State pension likely to top £13,000 a year as UK wage growth slows to 3.9% Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 The increase has reignited the debate about the state pension's long-term affordability and generational fairness. Iran war has led to US munitions shortfalls, Pentagon inspector confirms Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 The inspector also found a bottleneck in resupply, despite President Donald Trump's claims that US supplies are "virtually limitless". Two dead after car hits group of pedestrians Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 A vehicle hit four people before colliding with two cars on White Rose Way in Doncaster, police say. Trump criticises Supreme Court after justices block mail-in ballot restrictions Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 The president assailed the justices for blocking his plan to allow delivery of ballots only to voters on lists of citizens. Watch: Helicopter hovers feet from cliff face during rescue in California Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 The video shows a helicopter holding steady mere feet from a cliff face in the Sierra Nevada mountains while a rescue team secures an injured climber. Letby hospital consultant says inquiry makes for grim reading Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 The Thirlwall Inquiry finds some babies could have been saved if action had been taken earlier. Key findings from Lucy Letby Thirlwall inquiry Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 The inquiry found a "complete failure to protect babies on the neonatal unit" where the nurse worked. Letby failings go beyond one hospital - the whole system has been found lacking Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 Inquiry chair Lady Justice Thirlwall set out how the culture of the health system created the conditions that enabled poor care and criminality. Repeatedly untruthful, callous and quiet: What we learned about Letby from inquiry report Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 The report has shed more details on Lucy Letby - the most prolific child killer in British legal history. An inquest verdict at last - but many mysteries remain about Noah Donohoe's death Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 After years of delay, the jury has reached a verdict but some questions remain unanswered over what happened to the 14-year-old. Satellite image reveals major damage that shut crucial Saudi oil pipeline Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 Experts tell BBC Verify the pipeline's closure could cut oil supplies by as much as 3.6 million barrels per day. What weapon could the US have put into space? Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 The announcement by the US points to a developing field of modern warfare in the Earth's orbit. Pokémon fans prepare for 'biggest day in a decade' Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 Collectors are eagerly awaiting the first release of the 30th anniversary Pokémon trading cards. From Marilyn Monroe to Sabrina Carpenter - Bob Mackie's designs in pictures Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 Beyoncé, Cher, Elton John and Miley Cyrus have all worn Mackie's glittery ensembles.
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