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Quick hits: Carey's classic starts the rot and Hoff finishes it off Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026
Alex Carey breaks the game open with a spectacular take, Pat Cummins confuses Beau Webster for Muttiah Muralitharan, and Josh Hazlewood's career-best wins it for Australia. Here are the quick hits from the final day of the first Test between Australia and South Africa.
More than 300 scientists say AI oversight needed after 'preventable' hacks Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026
Hundreds of scientists from more than 30 countries call for greater AI safety measures in an open letter, saying that without them, critical infrastructure risks being exposed.
Germany scrambles jets after airline radio glitch sends false hijack alert Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026
Nuremberg Airport said all passengers are safe after a flight from Corfu transmitted an emergency code.
Labor can't count on One Nation fading away, Chalmers warns Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026
Labor is projecting confidence it can defeat One Nation despite the minor party's sustained polling strength and growing voter frustration.
World Cup revenge, Olympics firing Mooney beyond 100 Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026
Beth Mooney is still smarting over Australia's World Cup loss to India last year, and as the star prepares for her 100th ODI against Bangladesh, she still has her eyes set on a couple of long-term goals.
Driver who allegedly crashed into Newcastle Knights crowd faces more charges Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026
P-plater Indika Bambrick Samarasinghe allegedly injured 10 people during the incident on October 3, including a five-year-old girl.
The secret to a long-term happy relationship may not be what you expect Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026
We hear a lot about relationship challenges, but what makes happy couples tick?
Anne Aly accuses Liberal MP of racism after 'stoning' comment Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026
The Labor frontbencher says she has received 19 death threats this week alone while calling out Angie Bell's remarks in a social media post.
Liberal stands alongside water buyback supporters despite party opposition Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026
South Australian politicians say it is time for the eastern states to contribute their fair share of water to the Murray-Darling Basin.
PM says government trying to stop 'abhorrent' US execution live stream Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026
Anthony Albanese says the government is exploring all options to prevent the potential live streaming of a US execution from being seen in Australia.
Australia defeats South Africa by 214 runs on day five in Durban Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026
South Africa loses its final four wickets for just five runs to be bowled out for 206, with Josh Hazlewood finishing with career-best figures in Durban.
Reports of bed bugs on a Qantas flight prompt warning from expert Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026
An expert says there is virtually nothing passengers can do once they are aboard a bed bug infested flight but suggests places where to start looking for the critters.
Canberra's V8 Supercars rookie Zach Bates 'put everything on the line' Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026
Canberran V8 Supercars rookie Zach Bates "still can't believe" he finished third at the Bathurst 1000 on Sunday.
The French supermarket hack could happen in Australia, experts say Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026
Experts say the incident demonstrates a shift in the cybersecurity threat landscape.
Toyah Cordingley's killer appeals murder conviction Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026
The man who murdered Toyah Cordingley has had an appeal against his conviction and sentence heard in a Brisbane court.
Why the MAHA movement is turning on Trump and RFK Jr Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026
Robert F Kennedy Jr vowed to Make America Healthy Again, but his alliance with Donald Trump has left some true believers jaded.
Ming dynasty statue unearthed in WA back in Chinese hands Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026
A small buddha statue discovered by prospectors in Shark Bay is returned to Chinese officials in an emotional ceremony.
Prison staff would not need to consider prisoners' human rights under bill Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026
Corrections staff would not have to act compatibly with human rights in their dealings with prisoners under a Queensland bill.
Eleven Edge Early Learning centres to close after failing to find buyers Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026
Administrators for Edge Early Learning say they have secured offers for 53 centres after the company collapsed in August, but eleven centres are set to close.
Girl, 15, accused of stabbing British tourist in Cairns Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026
Police are reassuring people about safety in the Cairns CBD after a 15-year-old girl allegedly stabbed and seriously injured a British tourist.
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MI5 chief warns of threats to UK from Russia, Iran and AI Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026 Sir Ken McCallum says more is being done to tackle state threats than since the Cold War - and warns AI could be used to develop drones and potentially bioweapons. Man killed in tiger attack identified as William Chapman Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026 A health and safety investigation is under way at Yorkshire Wildlife Park following the incident. Three things we've learnt about the UK economy from the IMF Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026 The influential economics body has upgraded its UK growth forecast for this year, but risks remain. Breaking Bad actor RJ Mitte dies aged 34 Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026 Mitte, who lived with cerebral palsy, starred as Walter White Jr in the Emmy-winning drama series. Watch: Emergency calls from botched Christa Pike execution released Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026 A series of calls, obtained by the Associated Press, reveal emergency services were delayed in reaching Pike. Russia's offensive ability is broken, Kyiv's former top general tells BBC Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026 In his first interview since being forced from his post, Gen Syrskyi speaks about Ukraine's future in the war. Supreme Court hears appeal over Maids Moreton murder Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026 The Supreme Court is considering arguments over who legally caused Peter Farquhar’s death. BA flight forced to turn back over cracked window Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026 British Airways said the plane landed safely at Gatwick and passengers were due to resume their journey. One dead and several hurt after rollercoaster incident at US amusement park Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026 One person is dead and others were injured after an incident at the amusement park in the US state of Georgia. Poundland in rescue talks as owners seek buyer Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026 The leadership team is attempting a buyout, but a union has warned the retailer could fall into administration instead. Murder investigation after four people die in arson attack Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026 A man, a woman and two children died after a house fire and two other children are critically ill. How Breaking Bad's RJ Mitte changed the way we see cerebral palsy Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026 The star, who has died at the age of 34, fought for better representation of disabilities on screen. Is Zelensky right to say data centre strikes have taken down Russian bots? Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026 Experts say there is no evidence that Russian trolls have been affected by Ukraine’s Yandex attacks. I lost my hair to chemo - now my wigs are worn by A-list stars Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026 Antonia Okonma Shittu's wig business was launched after a shock diagnosis, and she now wants to help other women feel their best. Chris Mason: Why the prime minister wants to talk about Brexit again Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026 For the first time since the UK left the EU, we have a prime minister who will "unflinchingly" debate Brexit, says the BBC's political editor Chris Mason. Publicly owned rail is popular. But is it making the trains run on time? Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026 Meeting travellers' expectations could be challenging, experts warn. The Sabrina Carpenter clip which helped a 22-year-old make £120,000 a year Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026 Social media "clippers" make short, vertical videos that appear on the likes of Instagram and TikTok. How much did Man City's rule breaking cost your team? Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026 The potential impact of Manchester City's rule breaking runs deep, including missed Champions League qualification, relegation and Premier League prize money. Hundreds more prisoners being freed in second phase of early release scheme Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026 The second tranche of prisoners being released includes those serving up to two and a half years. Ex-Met Police officer trained to support rape victims accused of rape Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026 Mark Tyrrell raped and sexually assaulted a woman over about two years, his trial is told.
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