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Breaking: Man reportedly fires gun in vicinity of WA town Posted on Wednesday January 07, 2026
Significant police resources are being deployed to the area after the gunman discharged the weapon, police say.
Hottest day in years recorded as bushfire warnings remain Posted on Wednesday January 07, 2026
South-east Australia has sweltered through its hottest day in years as firefighters in Victoria continue to battle multiple out-of-control blazes.
Nestlé recalls select batches of Alfamino infant formula Posted on Wednesday January 07, 2026
The precautionary measure is over concerns that the product could contain a toxin that can cause food poisoning symptoms.
UK citizen described as 'good friend' by White Australia movement to be deported Posted on Wednesday January 07, 2026
A foreign national has his visa cancelled and is facing deportation from Australia, amid claims of links to the "White Australia" movement.
Fear lingers as bushfire in Perth's east is downgraded after threatening homes Posted on Wednesday January 07, 2026
Residents of Perth's eastern suburbs are on edge after a bushfire closed a section of Roe Highway and brought traffic to a standstill.
England's brightest hope and biggest blunder sets up Sydney finale Posted on Wednesday January 07, 2026
Jacob Bethell's brilliant maiden Test century sets up an intriguing finish in Sydney, but leaves everyone bemused as to where this precocious young player has been all summer.
Quick hits: Webster sparks meltdown, Stokes hurt and Bethell brings tears Posted on Wednesday January 07, 2026
Beau Webster sparks a classic English meltdown as Jacob Bethell brings tears while Ben Stokes fails to finish another series. Here are your quick hits from day four of the SCG Test.
Ex-CIA agent convicted of spying for Soviets dies in prison Posted on Wednesday January 07, 2026
Aldrich Ames, who was 84, betrayed Western intelligence assets to the Soviet Union and Russia in one of the most damaging intelligence breaches in US history.
Welsford eyeing race wins to cap new Ineos-Granadiers contract Posted on Wednesday January 07, 2026
Sam Welsford, one of the drawcards at this week's Australian road cycling championships, has thanked fellow sprinter Caleb Ewan for advice on his new contract.
Brisbane cosmetic nurse banned for two years over unlawful injections, false records Posted on Wednesday January 07, 2026
An AHPRA investigation found Thia Sullivan injected a patient without doctor consultation or a script, falsified records, and urged patients not to co-operate with police.
Staff at new Adelaide mental health unit 'visibly distressed and crying', union says Posted on Wednesday January 07, 2026
South Australia's doctors' union has raised concerns that clinicians were distressed when asked to admit more patients at a new mental health unit at Noarlunga Hospital when staffing levels were "not clinically safe".
These songs from the Hottest 100 of 2005 deserved better Posted on Wednesday January 07, 2026
Arctic Monkeys were that low!? These are the tunes from triple j's Hottest 100 of 20. years ago that deserved to have placed higher.
Canberra woman charged with attempted murder after stabbing Posted on Wednesday January 07, 2026
A 37-year-old woman has been charged with attempted murder after allegedly stabbing a man with a steak knife.
Coastal hamlet bears brunt of WA's new fishing crackdown Posted on Wednesday January 07, 2026
WA's new ban on demersal fishing sees fishers flock to a coastal hamlet unaffected by the new rules, but locals say the crowds are unsustainable.
Australians suffer second-round losses in Brisbane International Posted on Wednesday January 07, 2026
Australian players Kimberly Birrell and Olivia Gadecki have fallen in the second round of the Brisbane International, along with rising star Emerson Jones, who went out after a high-quality encounter with the world number 17.
How to avoid fly and maggot infestations in your home Posted on Wednesday January 07, 2026
Forecast heatwave conditions across large parts of the country could mean flies and maggots are more prevalent. Here's how to deal with them.
Two men charged over alleged prison murder Posted on Wednesday January 07, 2026
Two men are set to face court over the alleged murder of another prisoner in a Queensland jail.
Aboriginal artist Bobbi Lockyer in tears as Australia Post loses $4k painting Posted on Wednesday January 07, 2026
Indigenous artist Bobbi Lockyer has been left frustrated after she sent a $4,000 custom artwork of the Pilbara to a buyer in Queensland, only for an empty cardboard sleeve to be delivered.
Israel cleared to start West Bank settlement construction Posted on Wednesday January 07, 2026
Critics say the E1 project would prevent the establishment of a contiguous Palestinian state.
Diggers remove 50 tonnes of seaweed from Sydney beach as masses wash up Posted on Wednesday January 07, 2026
Piles of kelp were removed from a popular Sydney beach, although some councils prefer to leave the seaweed for its environmental benefit.
News from the BBC World Service
US discussing options to acquire Greenland, including use of military, White House says Posted on Wednesday January 07, 2026 It came as European allies rallied behind Denmark, which is pushing back against Trump's ambitions for the Arctic island. Russia sends navy to guard oil tanker being pursued by US forces Posted on Wednesday January 07, 2026 US officials say that American forces plan to seize the Russian-flagged ship, which is accused of breaking sanctions. Learner drivers face longer wait for tests and a lower drink-drive limit Posted on Wednesday January 07, 2026 Proposed changes by the government may also include lower drink-driving limits for novice motorists. The painful questions for Nato and the EU as Trump threatens Greenland Posted on Wednesday January 07, 2026 The White House has said that 'utilising the US military is always an option at the commander-in-chief's disposal' Century-old tumours could reveal why more young people are getting bowel cancer Posted on Wednesday January 07, 2026 Bowel cancer in people under the age of 50 is increasing worldwide and scientists are striving to find out why. Police told wrong family teen had died in crash Posted on Tuesday January 06, 2026 South Yorkshire Police says it mixed up the identities of the teen with another male in the car. UK and France to send troops to Ukraine if peace deal agreed Posted on Tuesday January 06, 2026 The announcement was made by UK PM Sir Keir Starmer after a meeting of Ukraine's allies in Paris. Assisted dying campaigners request extra time for peers to scrutinise bill Posted on Wednesday January 07, 2026 Concern is growing among supporters the bill won't pass parliamentary hurdles in the allotted days. Jesy Nelson campaigns for muscle disease test for babies Posted on Wednesday January 07, 2026 The former Little Mix star recently revealed her twin baby daughters have been diagnosed with SMA. Lego unveils tech-filled Smart Bricks - to play experts' unease Posted on Tuesday January 06, 2026 Lego says its new tech-enabled products are its "most revolutionary innovation" since it launched its mini-figurines in 1978. Trump's raid has created chaos - and that is a risk for China Posted on Wednesday January 07, 2026 The US's seizure of Nicolás Maduro carries uncertainty for China, which is no fan of chaos. Opposition leader Machado says her coalition should be in charge Posted on Wednesday January 07, 2026 President Trump has publicly dismissed the Nobel winner Machado saying she doesn't have local support and respect. Trump says up to 50 million barrels of oil will be 'turned over' to US Posted on Wednesday January 07, 2026 Earlier the president said US oil firms could be "up and running" in the country within 18 months. BBC looks into the relationship between Cuba and Venezuela Posted on Tuesday January 06, 2026 The BBC's Cuba correspondent, Will Grant, explains what's the nature of the relationship between Venezuela and Cuba. Security forces detain journalists from foreign news organisations Posted on Tuesday January 06, 2026 Venezuelans describe their fear of speaking out as 14 media workers are detained and police check people's social media. Trump supporters across US react to Venezuela operation Posted on Tuesday January 06, 2026 Trump supporters react after US forces seized Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro with some welcoming the move and others expressing caution about what it means going forward. US action in Venezuela morally right, Badenoch says Posted on Tuesday January 06, 2026 The Conservative leader tells the BBC the military operation raises "serious questions about the rules-based order". The two sides of Sombr, the singer sparkling through the sadness Posted on Wednesday January 07, 2026 The alt-pop star comes third in the BBC Sound of 2026, which showcases the year's top rising stars. Is AI taking the fun out of fantasy football? Posted on Tuesday January 06, 2026 Some fans of FPL and other leagues are turning to chatbots and apps to get a leg up over other players. Chris Mason: UK grapples with new era of US unpredictability Posted on Wednesday January 07, 2026 This week has seen two case studies in how Europe is trying to bind the US into its future, writes the BBC's political editor.
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