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Trial begins for man accused of hacking friend to death with machete Posted on Monday September 28, 2026
A man accused of hacking his friend to death with a machete in Melbourne's west two years ago hit his victim at least 39 times, the Victorian Supreme Court has heard.
Greens leader Larissa Waters steps down due to illness Posted on Monday September 28, 2026
The Greens have revealed that the leader has been dealing with a pre-existing medical condition, which has worsened.
Bangkok locals rally to help each other as flood wreaks havoc Posted on Monday September 28, 2026
Some Thai residents are having to wade through water to get to the supermarket following flooding caused by torrential rain on the weekend.
'No possibility' for Swedish leader to form government after narrow win Posted on Monday September 28, 2026
Swedish Social Democrat leader Magdalena Andersson says she is unable to form a government after an election earlier this month gave her centre-left bloc a narrow majority.
Controversial Sydney data centre project pulled amid community anger Posted on Monday September 28, 2026
A controversial proposed data centre has been withdrawn by its developer after it became a flashpoint amid growing opposition to the AI infrastructure development across the country.
Inquest told man died after lying unconscious in police cell for hours Posted on Monday September 28, 2026
Triple Zero errors and police failures have been examined at a Victorian coronial inquest into a 2023 death in suburban Melbourne.
Bombers poach former Swans premiership coach John Longmire Posted on Monday September 28, 2026
Essendon have pulled off a huge recruiting coup, luring John Longmire away from Sydney to be their new head of performance.
'I'll be back': Cleary vows to return after surgery Posted on Monday September 28, 2026
Nathan Cleary thanks supporters after surgery on his badly broken ankle, writing "I'll be back" in an upbeat Instagram post. Meanwhile, Billy Slater questions the NRL over rule-changes that he says led to the incident that saw Cleary injured.
Homes invaded by 'millions' of migrating bogong moths Posted on Monday September 28, 2026
Bogong moths might be endangered, but there have been hundreds of sightings reported across NSW in recent days as they migrate to the Snowy Mountains.
Inquest hears Qld mum felt 'dismissed' by doctors after asking for C-section Posted on Monday September 28, 2026
A coronial inquest into the death of newborn Alby Spreadborough has heard evidence from his parents and a doctor.
Weapons seized in SA shopping centres since new police powers a year ago Posted on Monday September 28, 2026
Expanded police powers to search people in South Australian shopping centres will continue after dozens of weapons were seized over the past year, but the state's children guardian says "more transparent" data is needed.
Socceroos expect Brazil backlash in Brisbane Posted on Monday September 28, 2026
Veteran Socceroos back Aziz Behich has explained how the side can counter an inevitable Brazilian backlash in Brisbane.
Qld opposition says premier needs to 'front up' after child deaths report Posted on Monday September 28, 2026
The Queensland Family and Child Commission's annual report reveals 452 children died in the last financial year, with preliminary figures showing 91 of those children were known to the child protection system.
'He is a danger': Canberra man granted bail after allegedly attacking boys Posted on Monday September 28, 2026
The 18-year-old allegedly knocked over the two and four-year-old brothers at the Belconnen mall and kicked one of them.
Woman dies days after partner allegedly stabs her in the chest Posted on Monday September 28, 2026
A woman who Northern Territory Police allege was stabbed in the chest by her partner earlier this month has died in hospital.
Matthews claims world championship silver after life-threatening crash Posted on Monday September 28, 2026
Michael Matthews's second place finish in the road race at the UCI World Championships is the perfect silver lining after he beat a life-threatening illness and suffered a death-defying crash.
Track work postponed to give Knights fans a smooth ride to grand final Posted on Monday September 28, 2026
Planned train track works will not go ahead on the day of the NRL grand final after hundreds of Newcastle Knights fans were stranded at stations following a freight service breakdown ahead of the preliminary final.
Four dinners for busy weeknights that make use of store-bought shortcuts Posted on Monday September 28, 2026
From a veggie-packed noodle fry-up and chicken rice paper rolls to a Greek salad paired with store-bought gnocchi, these quick and easy dinner ideas will take the hassle out of busy weeknights.
Paedophile sentenced after trading vapes for child abuse material Posted on Monday September 28, 2026
Dean Jason Milley bought vapes for a 12-year-old in Western Australia in return for child sex abuse material, the court heard.
Government rejects 'deeply problematic' consorting laws amid bikie gang rise Posted on Monday September 28, 2026
The ACT government says it will remain the only jurisdiction without anti-consorting legislation, despite warnings weaker laws are making the territory a "safe haven" for outlaw motorcycle gangs.
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Watch: Were the arrests near RAF Fairford 'pure luck'? Posted on Monday September 28, 2026 A farmer who called 999 when she saw a group of "masked men" near RAF Fairford early on Sunday believes she "foiled" their plans by "pure luck". UK diesel price hits all-time high, RAC says Posted on Monday September 28, 2026 The US-Israel war with Iran has caused fuel prices to soar. Thousands of illegal ghost plates on cars revealed by new cameras Posted on Monday September 28, 2026 Illegal registration plates are far too easy to get hold of and are putting the public at risk, BBC is told. Police block Protestant Orange Order from controversial parade route Posted on Monday September 28, 2026 They had been unable to make the permitted parade on Sunday morning because protesters had gathered on the mainly-nationalist Garvaghy Road. Three dead, including child, in Channel crossing attempt Posted on Monday September 28, 2026 A 10-year-old child and two 30-year-old women were on board the boat - which was carrying 105 people. Worker at care home investigated by BBC struck off for threatening elderly man Posted on Monday September 28, 2026 Amina Sani, who is Nigerian, was found to have threatened the 81-year-old with police and threatened to hit him. Felled Sycamore Gap stump has 'encouraging' growth Posted on Monday September 28, 2026 A thick layer of growth surrounds the stump three years after the landmark was illegally felled. Lithium-ion battery caused fire that killed mum and 3 children Posted on Monday September 28, 2026 Elisha Brabin, 36, and three of her children, died after a blaze at their home in Bootle, Merseyside. British chess prodigy, 11, becomes youngest woman grandmaster Posted on Monday September 28, 2026 The 11-year-old has broken another chess record after a remarkable performance representing England. Watch: BBC team takes cover as Houthi drone spotted on Yemen front-line Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 In rare access to Yemen's conflict zone the BBC travels to the front line with pro-government soldiers.
Inside Yemen's front-line city as Houthis battle for control Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 In rare access to Yemen's conflict zone the BBC travels to the front line with pro-government soldiers. Why the PM could finally drop the triple lock pension pledge Posted on Monday September 28, 2026 Andy Burnham said that he would make tough decisions to fund a new national care service. You need £17,000 for a first home - here's how to save it Posted on Monday September 28, 2026 Here are four ways you can put money aside to save enough for a deposit on your first home. How to find your perfect pillow - according to an expert Posted on Monday September 28, 2026 Dr Chris McCarthy talks through the four considerations you need to make before buying your pillow. Trump-Xi summit: What wasn't said might matter the most Posted on Monday September 28, 2026 The most revealing thing about the summit in Washington may be what the two leaders did not say - and what we still don't know. Orange Order march row goes to heart of ongoing divisions in Northern Ireland Posted on Monday September 28, 2026 The dispute over the controversial parade is a reminder that the peace process is not over. New NHS-style social care system could take decades, Dilnot says Posted on Monday September 28, 2026 Sir Andrew Dilnot, who proposed reforms 15 years ago, says the cost of such a scheme would be "very substantial". Watch: Madonna and Taylor Swift win big at the MTV VMAs Posted on Monday September 28, 2026 Taylor Swift, Madonna, and LISA were among the big winners at the MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) on Sunday evening in downtown Los Angeles. Apple ordered to pay $5.7bn after losing vibration tech patent suit Posted on Monday September 28, 2026 Audio firm Taction Technology claimed Apple infringed its patents for tech used to power device vibrations. Judge imposes £100,000 bail condition on Rwanda genocide accused Posted on Monday September 28, 2026 Brown is accused of "killing, directing or encouraging" the deaths of members of the Tutsi ethnic group in Rwanda. He denies wrongdoing.
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