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El Nino will 'pour fuel on the fire' as India experiences deadly heatwave Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026
India's deadly heatwave comes as the UN warns the world to prepare for a moderate to strong El Nino this year.
Plan for Stars and Renegades to merge in BBL shake-up Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026
Cricket Victoria plans to merge the Stars and Renegades into one 'Melbourne' team.
Parents of infant twins questioned about 'inconsistencies in evidence' Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026
A coronial inquest is being held into the death of 18-week-old, premature-born twins, who cannot be identified for legal reasons, who died in their Far North Queensland home in late 2021.
One Nation SA says it will not support 'one scrap of legislation' by Labor Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026
South Australia's One Nation has vowed to block every Labor government bill following a dispute over staffing allocations.
Katter attempt to dodge ban and debate abortion access shot down by Qld government Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026
The subject became an issue ahead of the last Queensland election in October 2024, with premier David Crisafulli implementing a ban on abortion debate after winning government.
Councillor defends calling CEO 'despicable, disgusting woman' Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026
A regional councillor has justified using offensive language towards the council's CEO in multiple emails and social media videos, claiming that he was attacked first and that "it’s a two-way street".Â
Man charged over weekend double stabbing across Melbourne Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026
The 27-year-old is accused of two separate stabbings on the opposite sides of Melbourne.
Prominent surgeon Dr Reza Adib suspended by health ombudsman Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026
Obesity surgeon Reza Adib has been suspended from practising medicine as he faces rape charges.
Inquest considers whether care of Adelaide man's bed sores was 'appropriate and reasonable' Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026
A coronial inquest will investigate whether an aged care facility in Adelaide's inner north appropriately treated the bed sores a 79-year-old man with dementia developed in the lead-up to his death.
'Terribly sad day': Beer experts say Boag's closure points to growing cost of brewing Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026
Beer industry stakeholders say it's a "sad day for the history of Tassie beer" after the announcement Boag's brewery in Launceston will close.
Search for Tasmanian devil 'Mary' missing from popular Gold Coast wildlife park Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026
The recently arrived young devil has been kept in a secure indoor facility while quarantining, but was noticed missing on Tuesday morning.
ATSB investigates engine shut down in remote plane crash Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau releases its preliminary report into how a small aircraft crashed in mangroves, with five passengers and two pilots on board.
'It is very scary': Parents shocked school was target of alleged deadly plot Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026
A 13-year-old boy has been charged with violent extremist offences and posed an "imminent threat" to the school.Â
Moses's Eels absence raises concerns over potential Origin return Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026
NSW coach Laurie Daley is facing a crunch call over the make-up of the Blues's spine with Mitchell Moses still sidelined with a hamstring injury.
Expensive watches, work bags and gold-plated stationary claimed in SA Health scheme Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026
The Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) has called for stronger governance of professional development reimbursements for public sector medical officers, with some staff making claims for luxury items like watches and work bags.
Why the 'dig of the century' is happening underneath Notre Dame Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026
More than a year after France's famed Notre Dame reopened, an archaeological exploration going thousands of years into the history of Paris has begun just metres below the cathedral's ground floor.
Copper thieves are more brazen and taking exceptional risks, demolition experts say Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026
Demolition sites are being stripped for copper at an escalating rate, according to a Perth demolition contractor, risking electrocution and asbestos exposure to sell the scrap metal on the black market.
Almost one-third of NT children in care allegedly harmed, report finds Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026
Almost one-third of children in out-of-home care in the Northern Territory were allegedly harmed in the last financial year, according to a new report from the Office of the Children's Commissioner.
Two men believed trapped in cave for nearly two weeks as rescue mission turns to vertical tunnels Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026
Rescue efforts for two remaining men believed to be trapped in a cave in central Laos have shifted to investigating deep vertical tunnels in the jungle.
ICAC to probe allegations against University of Wollongong executives Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026
The anti-corruption commission is to examine allegations about recruitment and the employment of a consultancy firm against Chancellor Michael Still and other members of the university's executive.
News from the BBC World Service
Police bodycam shows officers handcuffing stabbed student as he lay dying Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026 Henry Nowak was handcuffed after his killer Vickrum Digwa lied and claimed he was racially abused by the teen. Murrell used fake invoices to cover up £400,000 spending spree Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026 The former SNP chief executive is facing a lengthy jail sentence after admitting embezzling funds from the party. Five questions left unanswered by the Mandelson files Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026 A second batch of files relating to Lord Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador has been released. British couple lose Iran jail sentence appeal, family says Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026 Lindsay and Craig Foreman were arrested in January 2025 during a global motorbike journey. Israel strikes southern Lebanon but partial truce with Hezbollah appears to hold Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026 Israel continues its campaign in the south, though has not struck Beirut after a deal announced by the US. Married at First Sight UK allegations 'deeply disturbing', says watchdog Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026 Ofcom says it is taking the the allegations against the Channel 4 programme "very seriously". UK Athletics fined £350,000 over death of Paralympian Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026 A judge at the Old Bailey has fined UK Athletics £350,000 with £44,000 in costs after hearing how a Paralympic athlete died when equipment fell on him at a training ground in east London. South West Water fined £1.8m over Devon parasite outbreak Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026 Four people were hospitalised and there were more than 140 cases of sickness and diarrhoea in Devon. More black men to benefit from prostate cancer screening trial Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026 Experts are trying to find the best way to screen for prostate cancer, since blood tests alone are not accurate enough for most men. Cara Delevingne says new music was inspired by getting sober Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026 The model and actress is now moving into the world of music, having released her first two songs. Wars, sanctions and punishments: Iraq's 40-year World Cup wait Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026 Iraq return to the World Cup with ambitions of delivering stronger performances and results than first time round in 1986. Can a reality show villain become mayor of one of America's largest cities? Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026 Republican Spencer Pratt, known for his TV role on The Hills, appears to be in a tight race with two Democrats in Los Angeles. Post Office scandal victim dedicates OBE to 'sub-postmasters we have lost' Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026 The 92-year-old said she dedicate the OBE to 'all sub-postmasters we have lost'. How pupils with special educational needs are more likely to see their schools close Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026 In schools that closed between 2020 and 2025, nearly 30% of children had special educational needs Idris Elba and Torvill and Dean receive honours at Windsor Castle Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026 Actress and comic Meera Syal was among the other stars to receive honours from King Charles on Tuesday. Ukraine rescuers pull dead from rubble after Russian strikes kill 22 people Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026 An eight-year-old boy killed in a strike on an apartment block are among the dead, officials say. Hackers trick Instagram AI chatbot into giving access to other users' accounts Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026 Some reports have linked the incident to recent cases of high-profile Instagram accounts being hijacked. Severely disabled people can now consent to care arrangements, Supreme Court rules Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026 The judgement, which was triggered by a case brought by the attorney general for Northern Ireland, will apply across the UK. Scotland legend Sir Kenny Dalglish undergoing treatment for cancer Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026 Scotland, Liverpool and Celtic great Sir Kenny Dalglish confirms he is undergoing treatment for cancer. Donaldson rape accuser says he apologised to her years later at a Christian centre Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026 Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, the former DUP leader, is on trial for 18 sex abuse charges, all of which he denies.
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