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Coroner finds contentious police tactic not the cause of man's death in custody Posted on Friday February 13, 2026
A Queensland coroner finds the cause of Indigenous man Steven Nixon-McKellar's death during an arrest was "multi-factorial".
Live: Aussie duo make promising start in Olympic snowboard cross Posted on Friday February 13, 2026
Mia Clift and Josie Baff move straight into the round of 32 in the women's snowboard cross at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. Follow live.
Tony Abbott issues Taylor a warning on what not to become Posted on Friday February 13, 2026
As Angus Taylor takes the Liberal leadership via a spill motion, a former leader with plenty of experience offers up some advice on dealing with One Nation and immigration.
US aircraft carrier redeployed from Caribbean as Iran tensions rise Posted on Friday February 13, 2026
The United States will send the USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier to the Middle East amid escalating tensions with Iran, according to US media outlets.Â
Woman dead, son in coma as detectives probe alleged southern WA homicide Posted on Friday February 13, 2026
Detectives say the son of a 69-year-old woman found dead in Albany is being treated as a suspect in her alleged homicide.
Children's author jailed over 'predatory' sexual messages to minors Posted on Friday February 13, 2026
Oliver Phommavanh is sentenced to six-and-a-half years in prison with a non-parole period of four years.
Teenage boy hit by a car at Narre Warren in Melbourne's south-east Posted on Friday February 13, 2026
A 16-year-old has life-threatening injuries after he was hit on Pound Road about 4:30pm.
Cigarette lighter prompts gun scare near Adelaide school Posted on Friday February 13, 2026
A man spotted with what was initially believed to be a gun near a shopping centre in Adelaide's inner south will face court charged with the assault of an emergency worker, police say.
New details emerge of night Labor identity Tim Picton fatally injured Posted on Friday February 13, 2026
A man who allegedly killed Tim Picton in a one-punch attack outside a Perth nightclub claims the Labor identity had repeatedly approached his female cousin before being escorted out of the venue because he was intoxicated, a Perth court hears.
Out of 38,000 people fined for non-voting in the NT just 3 per cent have paid Posted on Friday February 13, 2026
Just 3 per cent of voters fined for not voting in last year’s Northern Territory local government elections have paid the penalty. Debate is growing over whether the system is working — or unfair to voters in remote areas.
US man linked to Wieambilla shooting handed three-year prison sentence Posted on Friday February 13, 2026
A US-based conspiracy theorist with links to the Wieambilla shooters is handed a three-year sentence for firearms offences.
Sweeping reforms to boost Sydney's live music scene Posted on Friday February 13, 2026
The state government introduces what it describes as a "world first" bill to support the live music scene.
How do you find modern dating? Share your stories with us Posted on Friday February 13, 2026
Whether you've shed tears of joy, sadness or even laughter in the process, we want to hear it all — but keep it under 150 words.
Australia in danger of World Cup elimination after 'unbelievable' loss to Zimbabwe Posted on Friday February 13, 2026
Australia's hopes of advancing out of Group B are dealt an almighty blow as Zimbabwe claims one of the biggest upset wins in T20 World Cup history in Colombo.
Controversial camp's sale a step closer after public forum Posted on Friday February 13, 2026
A controversial mining camp that cost the Shire of Coolgardie $24.8 million to build and led to accusations of "gross financial mismanagement" could be sold to one of Australia's biggest gold miners.
Environmentalists outraged by south-east Qld music festival site approval Posted on Friday February 13, 2026
The Queensland government has approved a massive music festival and event site despite environmentalists saying it's "disgraceful" to put tourism before sustainability.
Rain and storms forecast for Qld after record-breaking outback drenching Posted on Friday February 13, 2026
This rare desert drenching is the result of an intrusion of very humid tropical air — an air mass — which is now over Queensland, where it will stall for several days.
To survive, the Liberals must now get over their self-obsession Posted on Friday February 13, 2026
By its new leader Angus Taylor's own admission, the Liberal Party is running out of time to pull out of the nosedive that has it heading towards oblivion.
Flower industry fights for clearer labelling amid $220m Valentine's spend Posted on Friday February 13, 2026
Millions of red roses will fly off florists' shelves this weekend, but the flower industry says there is not much to tell customers where the flowers are from.Â
Cocaine ship heads towards Sydney after being stripped of cargo Posted on Friday February 13, 2026
A ship caught carrying five tonnes of cocaine is making its way towards Sydney after being stripped of its cargo.
News from the BBC World Service
Trump revokes landmark ruling that greenhouse gases endanger public health Posted on Friday February 13, 2026 The White House calls it the largest deregulation in US history, but environmentalists say it will prove costly for Americans. 'My husband stole £600k for sex and antiques' - medication side effects tearing families apart Posted on Friday February 13, 2026 Side effects of a common Parkinson’s medications had devastating consequences on one family, BBC hears. BBC confronts romance scammer who was back on dating app days after jail release Posted on Friday February 13, 2026 An undercover reporter catches a serial fraudster back on a dating app days after leaving jail. Steven Spielberg donates $25,000 to late James Van Der Beek's GoFundMe Posted on Friday February 13, 2026 The family of the late Dawson's Creek star have thanked contributors to the $2m collection pot. The science of soulmates: Is there someone out there exactly right for you? Posted on Friday February 13, 2026 For many, the idea of soulmates still shapes how love is understood. Swimming in the Thames? The new places that could become official bathing spots Posted on Friday February 13, 2026 The government says the plans would increase the number of England's official bathing sites to 464. My brave son has a unique heart - he's been battling since the day he was born Posted on Friday February 13, 2026 Around 13 children a day are born with heart conditions in the UK, but Chester's mum says she assumed only older people were affected. Choi, 17, denies Kim historic third halfpipe gold Posted on Thursday February 12, 2026 Seventeen-year-old Choi Ga-on denies American great Chloe Kim snowboarding history as she brushes off an early fall to win Winter Olympic halfpipe gold. GB's Weston bids for skeleton gold - Friday's guide Posted on Thursday February 12, 2026 What's happening and who to look out for at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina. Statement win underlines GB curlers' golden claim Posted on Thursday February 12, 2026 Team GB's men's curlers reinforce their credentials as Winter Olympic gold medal favourites with a statement 6-3 win over Sweden. Why Team GB hasn't won a medal and why there's still hope Posted on Thursday February 12, 2026 Three fourth places and a figure skating trip - the Winter Olympics have been tough for Team GB so far, but there are plenty of medal chances to come. Iran fortifies underground complex near nuclear site, satellite images show Posted on Thursday February 12, 2026 The activity comes at a time of heightened tensions as talks between Iranian and US officials continue over Iran's nuclear programme. Why I stopped saying no to my toddler Posted on Friday February 13, 2026 Kelly explains why she decided to try "gentle parenting" and the impact it has had on her child. Can a pulse of electricity to the brain make us less selfish? Posted on Friday February 13, 2026 Scientists have discovered how to make people less selfish - slightly and temporarily - by stimulating two areas of the brain. Analysis: Trump takes victory lap after biggest climate rollback yet Posted on Friday February 13, 2026 The move marks the culmination of a decade-long push by the president to tear up climate policies he argues stifle industry. The US economy is growing - so where are all the jobs? Posted on Friday February 13, 2026 As hiring rates and job openings drop, some worry a tough job market could be here to stay. The Papers: 'Cull at No 10' and 'Ban United' Posted on Friday February 13, 2026 Chief civil servant Sir Chris Wormauld and Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe dominate Friday's papers. Weekly quiz: What was written on Bad Bunny's ball at the Super Bowl? Posted on Thursday February 12, 2026 How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days? Welsh rugby in turmoil as tens of thousands of Six Nations tickets still not sold Posted on Friday February 13, 2026 Thousands of tickets remain unsold, with one club chairman saying the matches are not worth it. AI 'vibe-coding' platform's flaws allow BBC reporter to be hacked Posted on Friday February 13, 2026 Vibe-coding tools - which let people without coding skills create apps using AI - are exploding in popularity.
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