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Multi-million dollar art recovered after three-minute Italian museum heist Posted on Friday August 14, 2026
Three century-old paintings stolen by an organised gang from an Italian museum during a three-minute heist have been recovered.
NATO fighter jet shoots down a drone over Latvia Posted on Friday August 14, 2026
An Italian NATO fighter jet shot down a drone that entered Latvian airspace, a spokesperson from the alliance has said.
Cory Bernardi condemned for anti-trans slur, labelling protesters 'incels' Posted on Friday August 14, 2026
Derogatory comments from One Nation MP Cory Bernardi have been condemned by organisers of an anti-One Nation rally at SA parliament.
Live: Freo locks up minor premiership after downing Crows in thriller Posted on Friday August 14, 2026
Fremantle enhances its premiership credentials by surviving another stiff test against Adelaide at Perth Stadium. Follow live.
Tasmanian woman charged over alleged 'series' of attempted poisonings Posted on Friday August 14, 2026
A 43-year-old South Launceston woman has been charged over what Tasmanian police allege is a "series of attempted poisonings" of a man known to her.
Tobacco, firearms, silver, gold seized in joint Victorian, Tasmanian operation Posted on Friday August 14, 2026
Police have launched a multi-agency operation in Victoria and Tasmania, with three arrests and cash, silver, gold, firearms, and ammunition seized.
Binface surges and 32 others trail behind Posted on Friday August 14, 2026
The Reform UK leader secures 62.8 per cent of the vote, but Count Binface's extraordinary second-place finish is the surprise of the night.
Trump orders navy to revert to steam-powered fighter launching system Posted on Friday August 14, 2026
Donald Trump orders the US Navy to remove the system used to launch fighter jets from its newest type of aircraft carrier and return to using older steam catapults.
Quick hits: Tempers flare as Aussies wilt, Starc's heart-in-mouth moment Posted on Friday August 14, 2026
Mitchell Starc vents his frustration at a Bangladeshi batter, while a star is born on treacherous Darwin turf. Here are the quick hits from day two of the first Test between Australia and Bangladesh.
Gold Coast woman who helped dispose of alleged murder weapon walks free Posted on Friday August 14, 2026
A Supreme Court Justice suspends the sentence of Jade Brenda Laing, finding that domestic violence played a role when she helped to dispose of the knife allegedly used to kill Dylan McPadden at Robina in 2023.
NRL top eight all but locked in after Souths win Posted on Friday August 14, 2026
Barring a mathematical miracle, the NRL's top eight is just about locked in for 2026 after South Sydney downed Canterbury on Friday night.
Major delays after overhead wires come down on Sydney passenger train Posted on Friday August 14, 2026
Hundreds of people have been assisted off trains after overhead wires came down onto one of them on Friday evening.
Man critical after glass panel falls on workers near Albury Posted on Friday August 14, 2026
A man is in critical condition following a workplace accident near the New South Wales border town of Albury. He is one of three who were injured when a glass panel fell on them.
China denies espionage and foreign interference in New Zealand Posted on Friday August 14, 2026
The Chinese Embassy has rejected a report by New Zealand's top spy agency that includes what it says are multiple "false allegations against China".
Youth who assaulted woman sleeping rough admits to breaking into businesses Posted on Friday August 14, 2026
A teenage boy who seriously assaulted a woman sleeping rough has pleaded guilty to serious criminal trespass in South Australia's Youth Court.
Wind farm workers detail photo with accused farmer after alleged triple murder Posted on Friday August 14, 2026
The trial of a Queensland farmer accused of a triple murder has heard he spent hours with wind farm workers after the alleged shooting on his property.
NT politician proposes amendments to own party's VAD bill Posted on Friday August 14, 2026
A Northern Territory government backbencher will move amendments to his own party's long-awaited bill to introduce voluntary assisted dying in the Territory to make it "consistent with best practice".
Billy Slater to step down as Maroons' head coach Posted on Friday August 14, 2026
The 43-year-old, who oversaw five State or Origin series with three wins, says he will not stay in the role for 2027, adding that he was "proud of what we've built together".
'Disgusting': Catholic bishop condemned by colleagues after guilty verdict Posted on Friday August 14, 2026
Former and current Catholic priests praise the courage of victims while condemning the actions of Christopher Saunders, who was found guilty this week of sexually abusing young men.
Ex-One Nation candidate 'sorry' for labelling gay people mentally ill Posted on Friday August 14, 2026
A former One Nation candidate has apologised for describing gay people as having a mental illness, saying he was repeating something he "heard people saying on social media".
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Temporary ban on sale of disposable BBQs over wildfire risk Posted on Friday August 14, 2026 Government issues a temporary ban on the sale of disposable barbeques as they pose a "significant risk to the public". Farage faces renewed watchdog probe after Clacton by-election victory Posted on Friday August 14, 2026 The investigation into a £5m gift received by Farage reopens, as he returns as the MP for Clacton. Prisoners charged over attack on Sara Sharif's father Posted on Friday August 14, 2026 Steven Sansom, 47, and Adam Watson, 39, are also charged with other offences relating to the Belmarsh Prison incident. Eurovision proposes new rules to reduce political voting Posted on Friday August 14, 2026 Organisers reportedly say politically motivated voting is "persistent" and is seen as "deeply worrying". Instagram accounts fuelling Ceuta crisis with paid advice for help to cross Posted on Friday August 14, 2026 BBC's Top Comment podcast has found a network of Instagram profiles glamourising the swim around the Morocco-Ceuta border fence. 'Glam helps mentality' says sprinter Amy Hunt, but can it give you that winning edge? Posted on Friday August 14, 2026 Sprinter Amy Hunt has been showing off her nails at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham. Mother jailed for killing baby by burning her with a hairdryer Posted on Friday August 14, 2026 Courtney Gartshore, 28, used the appliance to subject three-month-old Dahlia-Rose to "significant and sustained heat" on her head and body. Stolen Matisse artworks recovered by police in Brazil Posted on Friday August 14, 2026 A man is arrested after eight works by the French artist are found at a home in greater São Paulo. Watch: What happens if Luigi Mangione pleads guilty today? Posted on Friday August 14, 2026 Attorneys for Mangione, who is accused of killing United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, are meeting federal prosecutors on Friday. You got hold of eclipse glasses just in time - here's what to do with them now Posted on Friday August 14, 2026 Solar specs are tricky to recycle because of their lenses, so here are three things to do instead. What we know so far about the West Midlands fires Posted on Friday August 14, 2026 Several fires swept across the West Midlands on Thursday destroying homes and forcing residents to flee. I got an £89 refund – how to cancel and avoid unwanted subscriptions Posted on Friday August 14, 2026 After the PM announced a crackdown on subscription traps, readers share how they got into and out of unwanted plans. What do people in Clacton think of Farage's by-election win? Posted on Friday August 14, 2026 The Reform leader wins the by-election he triggered, and gains more votes than last time. Who to pick, who to avoid - your team's Fantasy Premier League assets analysed Posted on Friday August 14, 2026 Our team of FPL experts assess the best and worst picks for 2026-27 from each of the 20 Premier League teams. Teens who fled Venezuela after deadly quakes caught in another disaster in Colombia Posted on Friday August 14, 2026 Deivi DelfÃn and his brother moved to Colombia after a quake in Venezuela killed their mother, but were caught in another deadly disaster. Weekly quiz: What was used to smuggle Donald Trump off Air Force One? Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026 How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days? Why heatwaves hit women harder Posted on Thursday July 09, 2026 Experts are calling for better awareness of the heat-related risks to women and more targeted efforts to protect them. Six ways to keep your home and yourself cool in hot weather Posted on Monday June 22, 2026 Six simple things you can do to help keep your house cool when temperatures rise. No air con? Here's how to get the most out of your electric fan Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026 Point it at your face? Use a bowl of ice? Open a window? Our experts separate fact from fiction. Your heatwave tips on how to cope in extreme temperatures Posted on Wednesday August 12, 2026 From what to wear to getting a restful night's sleep, you share your tips for beating the heat.
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