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UK police investigated over handling of Al-Fayed sexual offending allegations Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
The UK's Independent Office for Police Conduct says it is working to establish whether there were missed opportunities to stop Mohamed Al-Fayed as far back as 2008.
UK immigration officer guilty of spying on politicians for China Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
Two UK-Chinese nationals have been found guilty of spying for China, using UK police systems to gather information.
Man arrested after allegedly threatening Andrew on dog walk Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
Police arrest a man who allegedly had a weapon and was threatening King Charles III's brother Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor near his Norfolk home on Wednesday evening, local time.
Rubio visits the Vatican after Trump's attacks on Pope Leo XIV Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
The secretary of state was seeking to mend fences after US President Donald Trump's social media broadsides against the pope for his opposition to the Iran war.
Wasp that eats host alive named after Attenborough for his 100th birthday Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
Taxonomists from London's Natural History Museum who named the Chilean species were inspired by the lifework of the famous broadcaster and naturalist.
Hawthorn 'taught a bit of a lesson' after Fremantle's fourth-term blitz Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
Fremantle overcomes a 15-point deficit to beat Hawthorn thanks to a dominant final quarter.
Concerns for competency of woman rescued in outback then arrested Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
Concerns have been raised about the competency of an elderly Indigenous woman facing a charge of unlawful wounding from 2024, after she was rescued and then arrested by police in Western Australia's outback this week.
More hantavirus cases expected as passengers prepare to disembark ship Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
A number of countries are scrambling to trace people who disembarked from an Atlantic cruise struck by a deadly virus outbreak before it was marooned off the coast of Cabo Verde, in an effort to prevent further spread of the disease.
Two men guilty of Alice Springs teenager's New Year's Day murder Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
Two men have been found guilty of murder over the death of 19-year-old Yiel Deng Gatluak outside Alice Springs, while their teenage co-accused has been found guilty of the lesser offence of violent act causing death.
Ted Turner's infamous feud with Rupert Murdoch began in a Hobart boathouse Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
The two media moguls shared a bitter rivalry for decades after some drunken comments at a Hobart boathouse. Here's how their rivalry unfolded through the years.
Senior doctors write to Queensland's premier demanding cultural change Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
More than 100 senior clinicians from a major regional hospital raise concerns in a letter to the state government about hospital culture.
Dogs coach says they're 'an easy target' for referees after fourth straight loss Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
The Dolphins recover from a rough start to hand the Bulldogs a fourth straight loss as coach Cameron Ciraldo bemoans decisions made by his players and the referees.
'We come together in unity': Nationwide vigils held for Kumanjayi Little Baby Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
Vigils have been held across the country in memory of five-year-old Kumanjayi Little Baby, who was allegedly murdered in Alice Springs.
Brisbane Lions player banned for four weeks for homophobic slur Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
Brisbane Lions player Koby Evans is banned for four games after being found guilty of conduct unbecoming for using a homophobic slur against an opponent in the VFL.Â
NSW woman seeks damages after alleging doctors amputated healthy leg Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
The woman says her leg was amputated despite it being "salvageable", but doctors argue the amputation was necessary to save her life.
Pensioner accused of driving truck with 110 kilos of concealed cannabis Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
Police say the was pensioner driving a truck between Adelaide and Newcastle while carrying drugs with a street value of $720,000.
Three ISIS-linked women arrested in Australia facing mix of terrorism and slavery charges Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
A group of Australian women and children with links to former ISIS fighters have begun arriving in Australia, nearly two weeks after leaving a refugee camp in Syria.
Clare Glade-Wright declared elected to Tasmania's upper house Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
Clare Glade-Wright unseats fellow independent Dean Harriss in the southern Tasmanian upper house seat of Huon.Â
$5.9 million to combat illicit tobacco, vapes in the NT Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
The federal government has given $5.9 million to the Northern Territory to "shut down sleazy, ridiculous shops selling illegal tobacco".Â
A tussle in Farrer, PM tries ACDC diplomacy Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026
The heat is on in Farrer ahead of Saturday's by-election while in Canberra the prime minister has gone above and beyond with a gift for Japan's leader.
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Hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship not start of pandemic, UN health agency says Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026 Ther World Health Organization says it is not in the same situation as with Covid-19 because hantavirus spreads differently. UK immigration officer among two men guilty of working for Chinese intelligence Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026 Chi Leung "Peter" Wai used the main immigration database to track Hong Kong dissidents in the UK. David Attenborough says he is 'overwhelmed' by 100th birthday messages Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026 The legendary wildlife broadcaster thanks fans in a message the day before he reaches his centenary. Rosenberg: Russia's Victory Day parade with no tanks a sign Ukraine war not going to plan Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026 For the first time in nearly two decades, there will be no military hardware, just soldiers during Saturday's parade in Moscow. Police say man arrested over 'intimidating behaviour' near Andrew's home Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026 A man is being held on suspicion of a public order offence and possessing an offensive weapon. Major rail disruption expected in southern England until end of day Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026 A radio fault has been resolved but passengers could continue to face long delays, warns National Rail. Portugal and Italy will not suspend digital border checks for Brits Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026 Reports had suggested the countries were set to follow the example of Greece, which effectively suspended biometric checks for UK nationals. The Only Way Is Essex star Jake Hall dies aged 35 Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026 The reality TV star, model and former footballer died in Spain. Meta brings High Court challenge over Ofcom fees Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026 Meta said Ofcom's calculations were "disproportionate"; the regulator said it would defend its position. Superdry co-founder James Holder jailed for rape Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026 James Holder's victim told her attacker he took her "choice, dignity and body". What you need to know about the elections in England, Scotland and Wales Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026 Millions will vote in parliamentary elections in Scotland and Wales, and local elections in England. Do I need a photo ID and my polling card to vote in the elections? Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026 Voters in England only will have to show photo ID while polling cards are not essential. Who can I vote for in my area? Posted on Wednesday May 06, 2026 Elections are taking place across the UK. Find out whether there is one where you live and who you can vote for. Curious canines and patient pups - it's dogs at polling stations Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026 Pictures of dogs at polling stations are now a part of election day - here are some of the best we have seen. How does the BBC report polling day? Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 The BBC cannot report on campaigning or election issues while polls are open on Thursday 7 May. How worried should we be about hantavirus? Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026 Some passengers potentially exposed to hantavirus have already taken flights to numerous countries. Hantavirus survivor says sickness was like 'hell on earth' Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026 Two survivors who caught the hantavirus years earlier told the BBC they both felt lucky to be alive. Ukraine war 'led me to surrogacy' to earn money but a new law could end those plans Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026 Ukraine is considering a law that would effectively ban foreigners from accessing surrogacy in the country. My daughter donated her hand to a stranger – holding it again has given me comfort Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026 Jackie Kirwan says meeting the recipient of her daughter's hand has been "amazing". When Scotland qualified for the World Cup... but didn't go Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026 Scotland waited 28 years to be part of this year's World Cup - back in 1950 they turned it down.
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