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Time for Russia to make a deal to end Ukraine war, Trump says Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
Donald Trump says Moscow should "make a deal" to end the war with Ukraine as G7 leaders have agreed to intensify pressure on Russia.
Russian artist who satirised Putin shot dead in Poland Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
Two Belarusian nationals are arrested in connection with the killing, authorities say.
Deal says 'loud and clear' that Iran won't have a nuclear weapon: Trump Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
Speaking on the sidelines of the G7 in France, Donald Trump says Iran will never have nuclear weapons.
Jacinta Allan refuses to admit cost of CFMEU corruption to taxpayers Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
Embattled Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan has refused to answer repeated questions over how much CFMEU corruption has cost taxpayers in the state, a scandal that has put the government and her leadership under threat.
Officer tells inquest he gave man one second to drop knife before fatal shot Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
A Special Emergency Response Team officer tells a coronial inquest it took one second or less to storm a bathroom and fire the shot that killed Far North Queensland man Aubrey Donahue during a hostage siege.
Alice Springs Victims of Crimes branch to close amid funding insecurity Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
The Alice Springs branch of Victims of Crime NT will be closed by the end of the week, with the organisation's chief executive citing funding insecurity. The closure will mean victims in the region will only be able to access services remotely.
Teenager accused of planning terror attack targeted LNP over nuclear policy Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
A teenager accused of planning a terror attack in Brisbane allegedly wanted to target the Liberal National Party over their nuclear policy.
Tunisia names new World Cup coach after sudden axing Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
Tunisia wastes no time in appointing a new coach at the World Cup following the sacking of Sabri Lamouchi in the wake of the humiliating 5-1 loss to Sweden.
'Reasonable possibility' father injected insulin himself, murder trial jury told Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
A woman standing trial accused of murdering her parents with insulin has denied the allegations, while her defence lawyer has told the jury the possibility one of the alleged victims injected a fatal dose of insulin himself cannot be ruled out.
Taylor visits Alice Springs, renews call for Indigenous funding audit Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
Federal Opposition Leader Angus Taylor has visited Alice Springs, where he has met family of Kumanjayi Little Baby and renewed the Coalition's calls for deeper scrutiny of federal funding directed to the region.
Canberra man faces trial for attempting to murder his wife after night out Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
A jury hears a Canberra man on trial for allegedly attempting to murder his wife whispered "I'm going to kill you" in her ear shortly before stabbing her in the arm with a kitchen knife.
Trio guilty of murdering teen Ethan Hoac in 'appalling' machete attack Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
A third man has been found guilty of murdering 14-year-old Ethan Hoac in an unprovoked machete attack in Melbourne's north-west in 2023.
Daley reveals Strange's new role as Blues aim to clinch Origin series win Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
After his starring role for the Blues in State of Origin I, Ethan Srange is given a new assignment against the Maroons at the MCG on Wednesday night.
Ben Roberts-Smith's bail conditions varied to attend war memorial event Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
War veteran Ben Roberts-Smith's bail conditions have been varied so he can attend an opening at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra next week.
NSW Ombudsman slams 24/7 prisoner lock-in as 'unlawful and oppressive' Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
The NSW Ombudsman says 33 protective custody prisoners at South Coast Correctional Centre were unlawfully locked in their cells 24/7 for up to three months.Â
WA social housing waitlist to be overhauled for first time in 70 years Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
The WA government announces plans to undertake the first reform of the social housing waitlist in more than 70 years, with families fleeing domestic violence and homeless people to be among those prioritised for housing.
Brewery fined following legal battle with Queensland council Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
A once popular brewery has been fined in court after shutting up shop earlier this year due to an ongoing legal battle with a Queensland council.
The ultimate 'infidel' killed Khamenei. These women want 'revenge' on Trump Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
As we journey into the heart of Iran, we meet the women who support the clerics and want revenge on the man who killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Strike on UNESCO-listed cathedral leaves another cultural scar on Ukraine Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
The historic Dormition Cathedral of the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra suffered "extensive" damage in an attack Ukraine says was targeted at erasing its cultural heritage and identity.
Sydney's oldest trains suspended after teens break into cabin and use horn Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026
They have operated on the city's network for almost 45 years, but were abruptly withdrawn from service this week.
News from the BBC World Service
UK forces face operational cuts without more cash, defence chief warns Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 It comes as ex-defence secretary John Healey says the UK's enemies "do not follow timetables set by the Treasury". Three reasons ships are not going through the Strait of Hormuz yet Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 Experts say that there are significant obstacles preventing traffic from returning to the levels seen before the conflict began – security, mines and tolls. What UK social media ban means for gaming and YouTube Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 A ban is coming - but it's still not clear what it will mean for sites including Roblox, YouTube and WhatsApp. Woman left traumatised by swinging says website 'facilitated abuse' Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 She wants to warn others after her husband pressured her into sex she did not want, she says. Prince George to attend Eton College from September Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 He will follow in the footsteps of his father, the Prince of Wales, who also attended the private school. Thames Water closer to nationalisation after government objects to rescue deal Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 The environment secretary says the deal does not do enough for consumers or the environment. Starmer pleased 'justice has been done' after arson attacks on property connected to him Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 The prime minister said he was "very pleased for my family's sake" that two men had been convicted of the 2025 arson attacks. Williams sisters will play Wimbledon doubles after receiving wildcard Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 Serena Williams is given a wildcard to play alongside older sister Venus in the Wimbledon women's doubles. Musk's SpaceX buys AI coding start-up for $60bn days after IPO Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 Elon Musk's firm agrees to buy Cursor, while a surge SpaceX's shares sees it overtake Amazon to become the world's fifth most valuable company. Russian artist and Putin critic shot dead in Poland Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 Robert Kuzovkov, who used the pseudonym Semyon Skrepetsky, has been known for his caricatures of politicians including Vladimir Putin. 'Daylight robbery but worth it' - what fans are spending Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 Fans in the US, Canada and Mexico are spending big on tickets, transport and accommodation - is it worth it? Iran 'most oppressed' team in tournament, head coach says Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 Head coach Amir Ghalenoei says his Iran side are the "most oppressed in the World Cup" after having last-minute travel restrictions imposed on them. How Yes Sir, I Can Boogie became Scotland's unofficial national anthem Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 From stag-do drag to Fenway Park, how did a 1970s disco hit become the soundtrack of the Tartan Army? 'Not a model' - Uruguay coach Bielsa refuses to engage with photoshoot Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 Uruguay and former Leeds coach Marcelo Bielsa defends his stony-faced appearance in the official World Cup photoshoot. What one country's experiment says about attempts to boost birth rates Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 Why did Hungary’s pronatalist approach deliver an early rise in births only then to fall back? And what lessons does it offer to other countries desperate to lift fertility? How an ovary syndrome led to Bake Off star's fame Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 Now a successful TV presenter, Briony May Williams said she started stress-baking when she became ill. Iran deal presents political nightmare for Netanyahu Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 Donald Trump's ceasefire agreement with Iran leaves the Israeli PM trapped in a new political and security dilemma. When will social media ban start, and which apps will be affected? Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 The measures will see apps including TikTok and Snapchat banned for UK teens early in 2027. Recovery of Ebola patients offers rare moments of joy at epicentre of outbreak Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 There are glimpses of happiness in the Democratic Republic of Congo's fight against the virus that has killed more than 170. 'Little hero', 12, rescued drowning friend from the sea by her hair Posted on Tuesday June 16, 2026 Tamika and Sofia-Ann were cut off by the tide and pulled under water by the waves at Abergele.
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