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Autonomous drones and AI called out by UN human rights chief Posted on Monday September 07, 2026
The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights has addressed a council in Geneva saying AI posed a threat to humanity among the use of autonomous drones and US deaths in immigration custody.Â
North Korea and Russia open first road bridge, sparking Ukrainian concerns Posted on Monday September 07, 2026
Ukraine is worried the road bridge could be used to conceal military personnel and weapons in vehicles, rather than a trade route.
Search continues for hundreds trapped in hydro-plant after Nepal floods Posted on Monday September 07, 2026
Four 'miracle' rescues in the aftermath of the Nepal-Tibet floods, have renewed hopes for more than 900 missing from a hydro-plant.Â
French burglar used ChatGPT to locate Canberra home with luxury goods Posted on Monday September 07, 2026
The crime began with photos of designer items posted on social media in Australia and ended with the arrest of four French men at a KFC in Sydney, fresh court documents show.
Former childcare worker's husband avoids jail for sharing child exploitation material Posted on Monday September 07, 2026
Ronald Houghton received a suspended jail term after he was caught bragging to undercover officers about his experience abusing children in an online chat.
Cricket Australia green lights BBL privatisation, defying power states Posted on Monday September 07, 2026
The Big Bash League is set to look like it never has before as Cricket Australia prepares to welcome private ownership to the competition.
Court ruling clears way for 124-home Byron Shire development Posted on Monday September 07, 2026
Opponents of a controversial housing development in northern New South Wales will have a week to appeal a Federal Court ruling before excavators start digging up the site.
Leaked text reveals Australia's $980 million commitment to Solomon Islands Posted on Monday September 07, 2026
Australia and Solomon Islands have reached an in-principle agreement over a new treaty, with a leaked text message from a high-ranking official outlining the lengths Canberra will go to to get the deal done.
Fourth Tasmanian road fatality in a week sparks police plea Posted on Monday September 07, 2026
A fourth fatality on Tasmanian roads within a week has led police to call for drivers to be safe "every time they travel".
A Clockwork Orange to come to stage in eerily prescient adaptation Posted on Monday September 07, 2026
A fire wiped out Belvoir St Theatre's warehouse and workshop in June. Now the company is in the rebuild phase as it launches its 2027 season.
'Her career's finished': Fugitive Sydney developer's daughter avoids jail Posted on Monday September 07, 2026
Ashlyn Nassif has been sentenced to a six-month community corrections order with no supervision after pleading guilty in June to publishing false misleading material to obtain advantage.
11 killed in avalanche on Russian peak Posted on Monday September 07, 2026
Eleven people have died in an avalanche that swept through one of the highest peaks in Russia's North Caucasus.
Man killed after being run over by garbage truck in suburban Perth Posted on Monday September 07, 2026
A 70-year-old man has died after being run over by a garbage truck in Perth's south-eastern suburbs, with neighbours remembering as a quiet, sweet person.Â
Spirit of Tasmania ferry operator to be in debt until 2052, inquiry hears Posted on Monday September 07, 2026
In the wake of the bungled Spirit of Tasmania replacement project, ferry operator TT-Line says it expects to stay in debt for an estimated 26 years.
Radiohead announce 16 Australian shows for 2027 Posted on Monday September 07, 2026
The hugely influential British band will visit Australia for the first time in 15 years in May next year.
University regulator finds ANU breached national standards Posted on Monday September 07, 2026
The Australian National University has fallen short of national tertiary education standards and must now satisfy governance conditions to maintain its registration.
Man with broken hip waits for hours at RFDS base before hospital admission Posted on Monday September 07, 2026
A Mount Gambier man says he spent hours waiting in agony with a broken hip at a Royal Flying Doctors Service facility and outside a hospital before he was eventually admitted for major surgery.
V'landys accuses NRL players of 'not telling truth' on rule confusion Posted on Monday September 07, 2026
As multiple players around the NRL call out the confusion about rule changes, Peter V'landys says there is no problem.
Mum of five repeatedly begged for medication in custody, inquest hears Posted on Monday September 07, 2026
A First Nations mother of five repeatedly begged prison officials for her medications and was discharged from hospital after a suicide attempt without a mental health review, a coronial inquest heard today. The inquest will look at whether the healthcare she received met community standards.
$58m Aboriginal cultural centre opens at Darwin Waterfront Posted on Monday September 07, 2026
A $58 million centre showcasing the culture, history and art of Darwin's traditional owners, the Larrakia people, has opened its doors to the public, more than two decades since the idea was first developed.
News from the BBC World Service
What connects the Dover and Portsmouth anti-migrant protests? Posted on Monday September 07, 2026 UK correspondent Daniel Sandford looks at the link between small boat protests in Dover and Portsmouth over the weekend. Jaguar Land Rover to cut 4,000 jobs over next two years Posted on Monday September 07, 2026 The cuts come as the carmaker struggles with Chinese competition, US tariffs, and the transition to electric vehicles. King makes clear Harry and Meghan remain non-working royals Posted on Monday September 07, 2026 The letter has been sent to Prince Harry's team, the government, military and Lord Lieutenants, Palace sources say. Chancellor John Healey refuses to rule out tax hikes in October Budget Posted on Monday September 07, 2026 John Healey detailed plans to spread growth more widely across the UK, ahead of his first Budget. OpenAI chief scientist warns no-one is prepared for consequences of AI Posted on Monday September 07, 2026 The post comes as the firm releases GPT-6 Astra, which it says is its most powerful product yet. 'I have chronic cancer but I'm not going to die' - BBC presenter Maryam Moshiri Posted on Monday September 07, 2026 Moshiri was diagnosed in November 2024 with polycythaemia vera (PV), after her GP noticed irregularities in blood test results. New videos of man at centre of 9/11 lawsuit reveal links to extremists and Saudi state Posted on Monday September 07, 2026 The footage and other evidence the FBI failed to share undermine Omar al-Bayoumi's 25 years of denials. Murder arrests over baby girl's death in woodland Posted on Monday September 07, 2026 Police say they have arrested two men and two women as part of their investigation. Germany's far-right AfD says 'democracy demands' parties work with them after state election win Posted on Monday September 07, 2026 The far-right party is trying to form a government in the state after falling three seats short of a majority. Probe begins into why cargo plane overran Miami runway Posted on Monday September 07, 2026 Five people died and five others were injured as the Amazon plane overshot the runway after landing at Miami International Airport. Plans for major overhaul of councils halted Posted on Monday September 07, 2026 Proposals to merge smaller councils to form larger authorities have been paused or withdrawn in a number of areas. Chemo hair loss doesn't define me - it's a symbol that I'm strong Posted on Monday September 07, 2026 The beauty and resilience of women living with cancer is celebrated though photography. Why Jaguar Land Rover has decided change is needed Posted on Monday September 07, 2026 Job cuts come as JLR faces falling sales and intense Chinese competition while trying to switch to electric vehicles. Smaller rugby ball for women makes it 'harder to do my job' Posted on Monday September 07, 2026 A smaller ball is being trialled in women's international rugby union for September and October's WXV Global Series - and it is dividing opinion. Andrew Scott feels the Pressure as 'unsung hero' in WW2 thriller Posted on Monday September 07, 2026 The actor reveals how he approached playing James Stagg, the "chilly" meteorologist key to D-Day's success. How significant are AfD's historic gains for Germany and the rest of Europe? Posted on Monday September 07, 2026 The BBC's Europe editor Katya Adler sees the far-right win in Saxony-Anhalt state ringing alarm bells for the EU and traditional parties. Grindr to pay £26m to settle claims it allegedly shared users' HIV status Posted on Monday September 07, 2026 The long-running claim alleges Grindr breached UK privacy laws by sharing data with third parties. New Inbetweeners film confirmed by Netflix as lead stars return Posted on Monday September 07, 2026 Netflix has confirmed the original stars of the coming-of-age sitcom are set to reprise their roles for the film. Man, 102, with dementia died after being pushed in pub, inquest told Posted on Monday September 07, 2026 Phillip Ormerod was taken to hospital in critical condition and later died. Thousands turn out in Serbia for funeral of 'Butcher of Bosnia' Ratko Mladić Posted on Monday September 07, 2026 Mladić was jailed for genocide during the 1990s Bosnian war and the EU warned Serbia not to glorify the convicted war criminal.
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