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Gold Coast mayor swears at journalist amid questions over Donald Trump dinner Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
Tom Tate has been asked questions about conflicting accounts of a dinner he claimed to have had with US President Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago earlier this year.Â
Government documents reveal AI could train on data without paying creators Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
Leaked government documents reveal AI companies would be allowed to train their models on online content without paying its creators as long as they struck deals with enough rights holders.
Rubber mask helps to track cattle methane emissions in real time Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
A wearable mask that tracks the methane output of individual cattle in real time promises to help quantify the livestock sector's contribution to national emissions.
US Republican Mitch McConnell returns to Senate after lengthy illness Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
The senator returned to the Capitol for the first time in three months, after his illness-related absence generated criticism and online speculation.
Longmuir, Dockers vow they won't be 'ambushed' by undermanned Swans Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
With an AFL grand final berth at stake, Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir insists there is no chance the Dockers will underestimate a Sydney side missing a host of star players at the SCG on Friday night.
Qld's worst criminals facing indefinite life sentences under parole overhaul Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
Dangerous prisoners like Gerard Baden-Clay could remain locked up for life under legislation introduced to state parliament on Tuesday.
Tasmania falls to last in latest CommBank economic report Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
Tasmania ranks last in CommBank's State of the States economic report, a significant decline from four years ago when it repeatedly topped the ranking.Â
Breaking: Embattled caravan manufacturer collapses into administration Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
Sunshine Coast-based Australian Off Road has called in administrators after the company went dark last week, leaving hundreds of customers and suppliers in limbo.
World's 'last coachmaker' dies before delivering final work to king Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
Jim Frecklington dies during the final stages a build for King Charles III, but his team vows to see the work through.
WA firefighter facing long road to recovery after shark attack Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
Firefighter Mel Ismail is recovering in hospital after he was bitten by a shark north of Geraldton.
Hanson apologises if she caused offence by Indigenous Australian remarks Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
Addressing widespread condemnation, the One Nation leader clarified what she meant by referring to Indigenous Australians as "primitive".
Live: Property developer Jean Nassif continues ICAC evidence while on the run Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
Fugitive property developer Jean Nassif has dialled into a hearing of the NSW corruption watchdog from Lebanon for a second day.
500km walk pays off for 12-year-old determined to meet the PM Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
Dusty Langby walked more than 500 kilometres from Warren to Canberra to ask Anthony Albanese to match $500,000 he raised for Little Wings. The prime minister said yes to that and more.Â
Trevor Scroop stands trial accused of more than 40 offences against children Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
A court has heard a man charged with more than 40 offences against children was able to gain access to his alleged victims through his personal connections to First Nations communities and his employment as a camera operator.
Emmys 2026 key moments: Widow's Bay takes six awards and Hacks star makes history Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
Widow's Bay takes home six awards for its "weird show" at the 78th Emmys. Here's what else you may have missed.Â
Up to 100 people in Wadeye 'disturbance', some armed with bows, spears Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
Northern Territory Police say up to 100 people were involved in a "disturbance" in Wadeye overnight, with some "armed with weapons, including compound bows, spears and metal objects".
Whyalla's steelmaking gap could last years as potential job losses mount Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
A resumption of steelmaking in Whyalla could be several years away, following the announcement that hundreds of jobs will go because of the demise of the blast furnace.
Snowtown serial killer James Vlassakis to be released Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
Snowtown serial killer James Spyridon Vlassakis will be released from prison, after a review upheld the decision of SA's Parole Board.
Former ADFA cadet accused of secretly filming women faces more charges Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
A former Australian Defence Force Academy cadet is facing a further 160 charges after allegedly secretly filming female cadets in the bathroom on the Canberra campus.Â
Would a 'kill switch' stop artificial intelligence going rogue? Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026
As the heads of the biggest AI companies in the world call for a "kill switch" to be mandated, an expert says it's only a "distraction".Â
News from the BBC World Service
Lucy Letby public inquiry findings set to be published Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 The Thirlwall Inquiry has been investigating how concerns about killer nurse Letby were handled - and whether any babies might have lived if action was taken earlier. Trump says AI safety fears a 'hoax' as he rejects calls for greater safeguards Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 The US president's comments come after Anthropic co-founder Jack Clark told the BBC an AI "kill switch" may need to be mandatory. Chris Mason: Row over Reform's mega donations has mileage in it yet Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 The £72m heading towards Reform UK's coffers is transforming the debate at Westminster about politics and money. US confirms for first time it has deployed space weapons Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 The US Air Force Secretary says the weapons are necessary to defend the country against enemy action. Welsh actor Matthew Rhys makes Emmy Awards history with double win Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 He becomes the first person to win two lead acting prizes in one night at the prestigious TV ceremony. Superstars and broken records: 2026 Emmy highlights Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards were hosted by Law & Order star Mariska Hargitay at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles. Ukraine's postal workers deliver lifeline under Russian fire Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 The state post service delivers pensions, medicine and letters to people just miles from the front. Harry and Meghan to have security review and children change school Posted on Monday September 14, 2026 The level of police protection they need and potential dangers they face are to be reviewed. Nato jets down drone that entered Lithuanian airspace Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 The origin of the drone is currently unknown, but authorities say it likely entered Lithuania from neighbouring Belarus, an ally of Russia. UK set to turn cooler as unsettled weather continues Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 As temperatures drop through the week and it starts to feel more autumnal, is it now time to put the summer clothes away? Man admits drugging and raping wife over 20 years Posted on Monday September 14, 2026 A husband, who cannot be named to protect his wife's anonymity, pleads guilty to more than 60 offences, including rape and administering a substance with intent. Macklemore dropped from Ed Sheeran tour after 'Free Palestine' speech Posted on Monday September 14, 2026 The US rapper was condemned by Jewish groups after making comments criticising Israel. Memorable moments from the Emmys and everything you couldn't see on TV Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 Backstage, the winners continued the celebrations off-screen and addressed some of the ceremony's most viral moments.
I got paid $5,000 to move to a place I'd never heard of Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 Relocation schemes offer support for people who want to swap big cities for a cheaper, quieter life. From Marilyn Monroe to Sabrina Carpenter - Bob Mackie's designs in pictures Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 Beyoncé, Cher, Elton John and Miley Cyrus have all worn Mackie's glittery ensembles. Watch: Why Harry and Meghan's security in the UK to be reviewed Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are going to be given a review of their publicly-funded security after their return to live in the UK.
The Papers: Reform donors 'could face enhanced checks' and 'Sydney Sweeney blasted' Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 Several papers feature actor Sydney Sweeney, who has been criticised by female athletes for posing nude for a sports betting company advert. Oasis confirm second leg of reunion tour after weeks of social media teasers Posted on Monday September 14, 2026 The band have announced a second wave of shows for their hit reunion tour, after weeks of teasers. Mass nesting brings swarms of turtles to Mexican beach Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 Thousands of turtles arrived at La Escobilla beach in Oaxaca within 48 hours, sanctuary officials said. Balaclava ban comes into force in Nottingham city centre Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026 Nottingham becomes one of the first cities nationally to take this action, its council leader said.
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