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Severe storms possible in south-east Queensland and Darling Downs Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025
After a few days of mostly clear weather across Queensland, storms are likely to return to most parts of the state today.
Weekly news quiz: Black Friday sales, a stunning aurora and a whole lot of bagpipes Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025
Another week is behind us Can you recall the big news stories of the past seven days?
Uncle Willie was evacuated twice during a flood. Now, he's prepared Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025
More than 80 per cent of Queenslanders with a disability have a plan to stay safe during disasters, a report finds.
Lifeline for illegal steroid researcher amid Queensland drug testing ban Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025
A researcher who found "dangerous" toxic metals in illegal anabolic steroids is in talks the health department officials to continue his work despite Queensland's drug checking ban.
'Swarm' of fossil fuel lobbyists coming to COP31, former SA premier warns Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025
Former South Australian premier Mike Rann has sharply criticised the gas industry and warned that "battalions" of fossil fuel lobbyists will be descending on next year's UN climate summit to influence negotiations.
Liberals deliver slap in the face to voters by dumping net zero Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025
The Liberal conservatives' success in forcing their party to dump its commitment to the net zero emissions reduction target has been a triumph of ideology over pragmatism.
Liberal moderates fear electoral oblivion in metropolitan seats after net zero scrapped Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025
While many Liberals who wanted to keep net zero say they are happy with the position the party has landed, some despondent moderates fear electoral oblivion in metropolitan seats.
Supercell risk as 72-hour storm outbreak to light up skies Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025
Peak severe weather season is arriving, and an influx of tropical moisture will fuel thunderstorms in all Australian states and territories between Friday and Sunday.
Retail and hospitality workers to be protected under new Victorian laws Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025
New offences for people assaulting or threatening service workers are expected to be introduced in time for the Christmas shopping rush.
Different 'breeds' of dog started emerging more than 10,000 years ago Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025
The huge range of dog breeds that exists today is often thought of as a modern phenomenon, but new research suggests this vast diversity started thousands of years ago.
Insecticide suspension could have 'massive impact' on blueberry crops Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025
New rules around a popular insecticide could lead to lower blueberry production, but growers are confident the industry will adapt.
Trump has floated the idea of a 50-year mortgage. Here's how it could work — or not Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025
The average first-time home buyer in the US is older than ever, but a new proposal could leave them paying off a mortgage until old age.
Doubts Liberal coal and gas push can cut prices — or emissions Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025
Energy experts have cast doubt over the Liberal Party's central claim that it can bring down power prices by backing coal and gas, while questioning how the party plans to actually reduce emissions.
Will Victoria's new First Nations treaty be the first of many? Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025
Hundreds of treaties exist between First Nations people and governments around the world. One state in Australia just became one of them.
These 'silly, lighthearted' smiley tags show up all over Tasmania. This is who spray-paints them Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025
Ever noticed the hundreds of smiley faces graffitied on buildings, the back of road signs, guardrails and bridges around Tasmania? The artist says the world needs more joy.
Epstein email says Andrew had photo taken with accuser Virginia Roberts Giuffre Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025
The former prince has repeatedly denied ever meeting Ms Roberts Giuffre, including during an infamous interview with the BBC in 2019.
Israeli settlers torch mosque in West Bank and scrawl hateful messages Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025
Settler violence against Palestinian communities in the West Bank has been on the rise in recent years.
France honours victims of deadly Paris attacks 10 years on Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025
The attacks were the deadliest on French soil since World War Two, scarring the national psyche and prompting emergency security measures, many of which are now embedded in law.
Chinese police offer cash reward for arrest of Taiwanese influencers Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025
The pair are accused of spreading "anti-China" content after releasing a documentary last year, which detailed Beijing's attempts at using influencers to court public support for unification.
Gaming addiction treatment pioneer named Australian of the Year for WA Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025
The psychiatrist who pioneered the country's first gaming disorder clinic at a public hospital has been named the 2026 Australian of the Year for WA.
News from the BBC World Service
Starmer's chief of staff McSweeney not leaving role over briefing war, BBC told Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025 The PM's top aide was not involved "directly or indirectly" in briefings against cabinet ministers, sources tell the BBC. Missing information and racism concerns: Five key failings in Sara Sharif review Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025 Review finds "different actions could and should have been taken" leading up to the 10-year-old's death. BBC faces fresh claim of misleading Trump edit Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025 The clip aired on Newsnight in 2022, two years before the Panorama that led to the director-general's resignation. Our dogs' diversity can be traced back to the Stone Age Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025 A new study suggests their physical transformation began much earlier than we previously thought. Police and crime commissioners to be scrapped in England and Wales Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025 The government says it will save £100m over this Parliament and less than 20% of voters can name their PCC. Amber warnings issued ahead of heavy rain from Storm Claudia Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025 Storm Claudia is set to bring heavy and persistent rain to parts of the UK with amber warnings issued with risk of flooding and disruption. Titanic passenger's watch expected to fetch £1m at auction Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025 The watch belonged to Bavarian-born American businessman Isidor Straus, who died in the disaster. Guests ejected mid-stay from bankrupt hotel chain Sonder Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025 Sonder guests have complained that they had to leave their accommodation as the firm files for a sudden bankruptcy. Royal escort motorcyclist cleared over pedestrian's death Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025 Met Police officer PC Christopher Harrison was accused of causing death by careless driving. I was traumatised after being filmed giving CPR to a crash victim - the law must change Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025 Fiona Ferris was filmed giving CPR to Dominic McGrath, who died after being hit by a bus in Newry last December. Faisal Islam: Slow growth raises stakes even higher for the Budget Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025 The Budget somehow has to provide certainty, boost consumer and business confidence, and fill a large fiscal gap. Russia's attacks have ramped up - Ukraine is fighting to hold on through another winter Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025 Years of conflict have taken their toll and the war of attrition is continuing on the homefront - but Ukrainians are fighting back hard by trying to keep morale high Who is Starmer's chief of staff Morgan McSweeney? Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025 Morgan McSweeney is credited with masterminding Labour's landslide election victory. Technical wizardry and drama - but Hunger Games on stage divides critics Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025 The Hunger Games: On Stage brings Panem to life in a purpose-built 1,200 seat arena in Canary Wharf. The great number nine decline - where have England's strikers gone? Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025 BBC Sport takes an in-depth look at why England lack centre-forward options behind Harry Kane - a far cry from when the likes of Les Ferdinand only won 17 caps. Watch: How the BBC works... in under two minutes Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025 Culture reporter Noor Nanji explains how the BBC is funded and governed, amid controversy that has lead to the departures of two senior bosses. Type 1 diabetes is worse in young children - now scientists know why Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025 They show cells that control blood sugar are more vulnerable in early childhood. Epstein email says Andrew had photo taken with Virginia Giuffre Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025 The message sent by Epstein reads: "Yes she [Giuffre] was on my plane and yes she had her picture taken with Andrew" 'Failings at every level' resulted in botched insulation scheme, MPs told Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025 Wall insulation installed under two separate schemes was supposed to keep residents warm and dry, but instead left some homes damp and mouldy Man, 18, arrested on suspicion of murder after 17-year-old girl dies Posted on Thursday November 13, 2025 A man has been arrested and is in custody following the incident, police said.
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