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Father charged with murder and torture of baby to remain in custody Posted on Monday June 29, 2026
Police say the baby's condition was consistent with "a child-shaking injury".
Les Mills, NZ Olympian and founder of fitness brand, dies aged 91 Posted on Monday June 29, 2026
The New Zealand Olympian who opened an Auckland gym in 1968 that grew into an international group-fitness brand has died aged 91.
Outback town set to star in new thriller as film festival kicks off Posted on Monday June 29, 2026
Red Dog director Kriv Stenders reveals plans for a new thriller film as the annual Vision Splendid Outback Film Festival kicks off in Winton.
Victorian MP says she misunderstood meaning of 'headlock' in assault allegation Posted on Monday June 29, 2026
State Liberal MP Moira Deeming says she misunderstood the meaning of the term "headlock", after alleging her party room colleague Matthew Guy assaulted her.
Williams takes aim at anti-doping measures ahead of Wimbledon return Posted on Monday June 29, 2026
As she prepares for her All England Club comeback, Serena Williams claims the tennis anti-doping protocol is "unprofessional" and "unreasonable".
Man who stabbed wife in front of daughter found guilty of attempted murder Posted on Monday June 29, 2026
An ACT Supreme Court jury has found a Canberra man guilty of attempted murder after he stabbed his wife during a violent attack in the family's Gungahlin home.
Allan government under pressure amid latest Big Build corruption allegations Posted on Monday June 29, 2026
The Victorian premier has backed her government's response to corruption in the construction industry, despite criticism from across politics and integrity experts.
Court shutdown to end after Department of Justice resolves security dispute Posted on Monday June 29, 2026
Regional West Australian courts closed amid a stoush over security services are set to reopen about a month earlier than originally planned.
Two injured, 320 without power after 'serious' crash in Tasmania's south Posted on Monday June 29, 2026
Two people were taken to hospital after the single vehicle crash on Burwood Drive, Blackmans Bay in Tasmania's south.
Queensland premier confirms children in state care have slept in government offices Posted on Monday June 29, 2026
David Crisafulli was briefed after the Together Union acknowledged over the weekend it was aware of reports of children sleeping in child safety offices.
Chelsea Randall retires from AFLW for 'issues related to concussion' Posted on Monday June 29, 2026
Adelaide Crows star Chelsea Randall has announced her retirement from the AFLW, with the club citing concussion as a major factor in her decision.
Bondi terror attack survivor received 'influx of hate' hours after shooting Posted on Monday June 29, 2026
Deepfake and altered images depicting a Bondi Beach terror attack survivor holding an Academy Award while covered in blood spread "like wildfire" online just hours after the shooting, a royal commission has heard.
NASA to bump telescope back into space to avoid it falling to Earth Posted on Monday June 29, 2026
US space agency NASA is racing to save an aging telescope, used to observe cosmic explosions, from falling back to Earth with a daring rescue mission.
US and Iran to halt strikes as talks set to continue Posted on Monday June 29, 2026
The US and Iran will stand down on strikes and vessels will be allowed to move freely, as technical talks are slated to continue on all areas of the memorandum of understanding.
Korean Ryu completes epic PGA comeback for record payday Posted on Monday June 29, 2026
South Korea's Hae-ran Ryu completes her comeback to win the PGA Championship and collect the biggest pay cheque in women's golf history.
Ben Stokes's retirement a perfect example of his main character energy Posted on Monday June 29, 2026
Ben Stokes has been the centre of England's cricketing universe for 15 years. In announcing his retirement mid-match, he highlighted how damaging that main character energy can be.
Expanded World Cup called 'vulgar and ordinary' by Ghana coach. Is that fair? Posted on Monday June 29, 2026
Ghana's coach Carlos Queiroz has lashed out at FIFA's expanded 48-team World Cup, despite his team progressing. Is his criticism justified as the tournament moves into the knockout stage?
'Insane' depth on display as Myers and Billings run national records Posted on Monday June 29, 2026
Cameron Myers wins the 1,500m final at the Paris Diamond League event, joining 800m star Sarah Billings in setting a national record at the meet.
Woman attacked by dog pack in WA's far north Posted on Monday June 29, 2026
The woman says 10 dogs were being walked off-leash in Kununurra when seven attacked her and her dog. She says the owners did nothing to assist.
Rainforest village back in business after deluge destroys road Posted on Monday June 29, 2026
Visitors are returning to the mountain village of Paluma, north of Townsville, 16 months after access was cut.
News from the BBC World Service
Burnham to promise devolution in first major speech since launching No 10 bid Posted on Monday June 29, 2026 The favourite to be the next prime minister will set out his economic vision in a speech in Manchester. Chris Mason: Burnham begins to sketch out vision but faces huge and imminent questions Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 The new MP for Makerfield will give what his team has called "his first major leadership speech" on Monday morning. Two boys pulled from Venezuela earthquake rubble among 33 people rescued over weekend Posted on Monday June 29, 2026 With tens of thousands of people missing, relatives face another night waiting for news of loved ones as the crucial window for locating survivors closes. White working-class children failed by education system, says inquiry Posted on Monday June 29, 2026 The inquiry spoke to thousands of young people and their parents, as well as hundreds of teachers. Navy to build drone-equipped warships instead of replacing ageing destroyers Posted on Monday June 29, 2026 The government says it will invest in modern drone-equipped vessels in the upcoming defence investment plan. Temperatures to drop this week but relief from heat may be short-lived Posted on Monday June 29, 2026 Many will experience cooler air and some rain this week before a possible return to hot weather at the weekend. Emma Raducanu withdraws from Wimbledon because of stress fracture Posted on Monday June 29, 2026 Emma Raducanu is out of Wimbledon after withdrawing on the eve of her home Grand Slam tournament with a leg injury. England captain Ben Stokes says retiring from international cricket 'best thing' for him Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 Ben Stokes describes the reasons for his international retirement as he says he became 'burned out' in the build-up to the summer. Eleven killed after plane carrying skydivers crashes in eastern France Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 The pilot and 10 passengers - including five first-time parachutists - died in the incident, local officials said. Over one million children referred for mental healthcare - with anxiety the main reason Posted on Monday June 29, 2026 Demand is soaring beyond capacity, meaning children in England wait years for help with various conditions. Three firefighters die battling huge wildfires on Colorado-Utah border Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 A number of blazes have been raging across Utah and Colorado, leading both governors to declare states of emergency. 'You are Canadian heroes' - the forgotten hosts making World Cup history Posted on Monday June 29, 2026 Canada are making history at this World Cup with a run that is likely to change the face of football in the country forever. Conspiracy or chaos? Algeria & Austria defend 'unexpected' draw Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 The 'Disgrace of Gijon' - an infamous match at the 1982 World Cup in Spain - has followed Austria and Algeria for 44 years. Did history repeat itself in Algeria's 3-3 draw with Austria on Sunday? France the team to beat? Chris Sutton predicts World Cup's last-32 matches Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 BBC Sport's football expert Chris Sutton gives his predictions for the last-32 ties at the 2026 World Cup, including England against DR Congo. How Bellingham became Tuchel's most important player Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 His starting place was the subject of much debate in Thomas Tuchel's England team, but Jude Bellingham has become integral to the manager's style of play. 27 flights, 24 matches: The carbon cost of Fifa president's World Cup tour Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 Gianni Infantino has clocked up thousands of air miles across North America so far.
From Boston to Miami: How the Tartan Army lit up the World Cup Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 Scotland's return to the tournament after 28 years will be fondly remembered for the fans who travelled to the US Best team, moments, matches and players of the group stage Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 As the World Cup group stages come to an end, BBC Sport reporters pick their highlights so far. World Cup knockouts are here - what is England's path to the final? Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 BBC Sport takes a look at what England will need to do to reach the final after qualifying for the knockout stages. What you need to know about England's opponents DR Congo Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 England will face DR Congo in the round of 32. Here is what you need to know about them.
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