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Trump flags more US-Iran talks but maintains ceasefire is 'over' Posted on Friday July 10, 2026
Qatari negotiators meet officials in Iran to seek to de-escalate tensions as Donald Trump says the US has agreed to Iran's request to continue talks.
Man arrested after murder of British former minister Ann Widdecombe Posted on Friday July 10, 2026
The 78-year-old, who found fame as a Strictly Come Dancing contestant when she left office, was found dead at her home having sustained serious injuries.Â
'Incredible musician': Cold Chisel saxophonist Andy Bickers dies from cancer Posted on Friday July 10, 2026
Cold Chisel saxophone player Andy Bickers has died after "hard fought battle with cancer", the band has announced.Â
Hobart's Mona announces plans to set up art museum in Thailand Posted on Friday July 10, 2026
Museum of Old and New Art founder David Walsh signs an agreement to set up MONA Bangkok in Thailand. Mona says the new iteration will be "unconventional and unique", like its Hobart museum.
Bayeux Tapestry returns to Britain in secret night-time operation Posted on Friday July 10, 2026
The Bayeux Tapestry has arrived in Britain for the first time in nearly 1,000 years, travelling under police escort during a meticulously choreographed journey from France.
Secret Service reportedly urged Trump to leave Türkiye on old Air Force One Posted on Friday July 10, 2026
Officials reportedly urged the US president to swap out his Qatari-donated luxury jet as a security precaution due to renewed hostilities with Iran.
Adelaide Crows player in collision involving pedestrian Posted on Friday July 10, 2026
Police are investigating the collision which took place on Port Road at Woodville on Friday morning.Â
'Not gonna talk about that': Luai dodges press conference after another Tigers loss Posted on Friday July 10, 2026
The Tigers lose 32-6 to the Warriors at Campbelltown Stadium, with Jarome Luai skipping the post-match press conference after a week of reports about his future with the team.
China achieves first-ever controlled rocket recovery Posted on Friday July 10, 2026
China has successfully tested an experimental rocket retrieval system, state media reported, in the hope of breaking US dominance in reusable rockets.
Pies win a thriller against Kangaroos as veteran faces MRO scrutiny Posted on Friday July 10, 2026
Collingwood wins a thriller against North Melbourne after a last ditch kick from the Roos hits the turf.
Family of missing Toowoomba woman fears the worst Posted on Friday July 10, 2026
Police release CCTV footage and switch search focus as the family of young mother Jana Armstrong, who went missing in Toowoomba, fears the worst.
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Corruption watchdog's university probe ends in tears Posted on Friday July 10, 2026
Former University of Wollongong governance officer Alyssa White became emotional as she explained to an ICAC inquiry why she repeatedly intervened to secure jobs for friends and former colleagues.
Pedestrians 'lucky to be alive' after truck loses load on highway Posted on Friday July 10, 2026
Footage shows two 15-tonne concrete slabs colliding with parked cars when the incident happened north of Adelaide.Â
'Sexual predator' jailed after 'brazen' apartment building attacks Posted on Friday July 10, 2026
Alexander Terry was sentenced to nine years in jail for the rape and sexual assault of four women at a Townsville apartment complex where he was a caretaker.
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Derryn Hinch remembered as 'tough old bugger', 'crusader for justice' Posted on Friday July 10, 2026
Media identity Derryn Hinch is being remembered as a provocative but courageous journalist who was ahead of his time in his fight against institutional sex abuse.
Regulator closes 45 family day care residences across Melbourne Posted on Friday July 10, 2026
For the first time, Victoria's Early Childhood Regulatory Authority has used its powers to suspend a childcare operator, closing 45 family day care residences across Melbourne.
Economist Justin Wolfers on the 'absurdity' of Trump's America Posted on Friday July 10, 2026
Former Reserve Bank economist Justin Wolfers says Australia urgently needs to consider the role of money in its politics while examining how US President Donald Trump profits from his position.Â
Australia's huntsman fastest spider on record, new study suggests Posted on Friday July 10, 2026
A species of huntsman spider found in Queensland is the fastest mover out of more than 250 spider species analysed in a new study.
'That's not good enough': Wallabies determined to end losing run Posted on Friday July 10, 2026
Close enough will not be good enough for the Wallabies, even with an untried flyhalf and familiar French pack ready to inflict a sixth-straight Test defeat on the hosts in Brisbane.
Six-year-old boy dies in hospital after Scenic Rim crash Posted on Friday July 10, 2026
A six-year-old boy has died in hospital following a two-vehicle crash near Beaudesert on Monday.
News from the BBC World Service
Ann Widdecombe murder probe: What we know so far Posted on Friday July 10, 2026 Police say they are searching for a suspect in connection with the former MP's death at her home on Dartmoor. Wildfire in southern Spain leaves at least 12 dead and 23 missing Posted on Friday July 10, 2026 A local official said four of the victims may be British after a fire broke out near Los Gallardos, AlmerÃa. Arthur Fery's Wimbledon run ended by Alexander Zverev in semi-finals Posted on Friday July 10, 2026 Arthur Fery's unforgettable Wimbledon run comes to an end as Alexander Zverev beats the British wildcard to secure a place in the final. Man nearly sucked out of window mid-air on Ryanair plane, passengers say Posted on Friday July 10, 2026 The man's wife held onto his legs for around five minutes to stop him from being sucked out, officials say. Top Boy actor Micheal Ward found not guilty of rape Posted on Friday July 10, 2026 Micheal Ward told the jury the encounter with his accuser was "wholly consensual". Bayeux Tapestry arrives in UK for first time in 900 years under police guard Posted on Friday July 10, 2026 The famous artefact depicting events leading up to the Norman Conquest of England will go on display in September. UK bakes in 35C highs as millions under hosepipe bans Posted on Friday July 10, 2026 On Thursday, temperatures exceeded 34C for the eighth day this year, breaking the previous record of seven days in a calendar year. Sam Fender and Olivia Dean make UK chart history with Rein Me In Posted on Friday July 10, 2026 They break the record for the longest running number one single of all time by a British act. Longest-serving Archers star Patricia Greene dies aged 95 Posted on Friday July 10, 2026 She was best known for playing Jill Archer in the BBC Radio 4 soap for nearly 70 years. Watch: US declassifies even more UFO videos Posted on Friday July 10, 2026 The US government published a fourth instalment of unresolved cases, promising to release more files on a rolling basis. Prince Harry plays pickleball at Invictus Games event, but no Meghan Posted on Friday July 10, 2026 The Duke of Sussex is travelling without his wife for the event at Birmingham's NEC. How much sunscreen do you need to protect your skin? Posted on Monday June 22, 2026 What to look for when choosing sunscreen and how to apply it to get the maximum protection. 'People don't realise how at risk they are': A day with an ambulance service in a heatwave Posted on Friday July 10, 2026 The BBC join a crew based in Exeter as the UK sizzles in one of its longest-running heatwaves. 'Cool in 90 seconds' - the fake portable air conditioners sweeping the internet Posted on Friday July 10, 2026 The ASA says adverts claiming small devices can rapidly cool rooms were too good to be true. 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. How an undercover police sting solved a 1984 murder and sent two brothers to jail Posted on Friday July 10, 2026 The brothers, who had been on a violent crime spree attacking men they thought were gay, are jailed after an undercover operation that involved bugged cars and covert officers. We've saved £6,000 on holidays by swapping homes with strangers Posted on Friday July 10, 2026 The BBC looks at the growing trend of people swapping homes to cut holiday costs. All the best looks from Paris Haute Couture Week 2026 Posted on Friday July 10, 2026 Scorching temperatures in the French capital accompanied the hottest week in haute couture. Motherhood not all warm and fuzzy: Bollywood actor's play spotlights messier side Posted on Friday July 10, 2026 As a society, we take mothers for granted and raising children is a thankless job, says actor Kalki Koechlin. The youth clubs fighting to stay relevant in the social media age Posted on Friday July 10, 2026 Funding has shrunk and hundreds of youth clubs have closed. But those that remain are trying to reinvent what youth services look like.
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