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Two firefighters die in Greece as Europe's wildfire emergency worsens Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026
Emergency crews have been tackling wildfires four times the size of Paris in south-west France.Â
Three dead in Sydney house fire as police launch investigation Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026
An investigation is now underway into the circumstances surrounding the fire.
Norwegian teen guilty of UK murder plot tied to Iran-linked group Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026
Police arrest the teen just two days before the planned hit on an unidentified person, after he arrived in the UK on an emergency passport.
Trump vows to retaliate 'hard' against Iran in expletive-laden warning Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026
In a phone interview with Fox News, the US president reportedly said the US would "beat the f****** s***" out of Iran in response to the surprise strikes.
Russia charges Telegram founder with aiding terrorism Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026
Russia has charged Pavel Durov, the founder and CEO of the encrypted messaging platform Telegram, with aiding terrorism, placing him on an international wanted list.
Nasty crash denies Aussies chance to hit back at defector Richardson Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026
Matt Richardson, a three-time Olympic medallist in Paris for Australia before he sensationally defected to the land of his birth, has been ruled out of the Commonwealth Games.
Oscar-winning Irish musician Glen Hansard dies in motorcycle crash Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026
Glen Hansard, best known for his role in The Commitments and as the frontman of The Frames, has died.Â
New data shows Indigenous children face lengthy periods on remand Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026
New data shows First Nations children are spending longer behind bars without a sentence. Families and experts say the system is failing young people.
'Time-limited rotation': Conroy puts an end date on US subs in WA Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026
AUKUS submarines rotating through Western Australia's HMAS Stirling naval base appear set to stop after 2032.Â
Texts reveal alleged drug ring used aliases Duke Dingbat and Bush Jesus Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026
A man allegedly at the "apex" of "one of the more significant drug enterprises the Northern Territory has seen in recent times" has had his bail revoked after police accessed dozens of pages of group chat messages.
'Heartbroken' adult shop owner to appeal decision to reject consensual sex club Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026
The City of Perth has rejected an adult store's request to operate a club where LGBTQIA+ people could meet and have consensual sex, with the owner saying he is "heartbroken".
Convicted murderer gives evidence in trial of prison worker Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026
A convicted murderer has given evidence in SA's District Court trial of a prison worker alleged to have raped an inmate.
Live: Aussies chasing 3x3 wheelchair basketball gold medal Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026
Australia will face England for gold in the men's 3x3 wheelchair basketball final, while the women's team have a shot at claiming bronze. Follow live.
One of WA's worst serial paedophiles set to be released from jail Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026
One of WA's worst serial paedophiles, Dennis McKenna, appears set to be released from prison within months as prosecutors argue he is a high-risk serious offender.
Queenslander could face execution over alleged killing of Australian in Syria Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026
A 20-year-old Gold Coast mobile phone technician is facing a possible death penalty in Syria for the alleged shooting murder of another Australian.
'Jealous, possessive man' appeals against sentence for murdering zoo colleague Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026
It remains one of the ACT's most significant sentences, with Chief Justice McCallum stopping short of sentencing the offender to life in jail.
Man who allegedly filmed two decades of sexual abuse to stand trial Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026
A southern NSW man is set to stand trial accused of filming himself raping and assaulting a woman over nearly two decades, with lawyers saying they have "mental health concerns" of showing the footage to a jury.Â
Cult inquiry recommends outlawing coercive control in groups Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026
A Victorian inquiry into the recruitment methods and impacts of cults and organised fringe groups is recommending world-leading laws against group coercive control.
How a wealth management firm swindled older Australians Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026
Everyday Australians who invested their retirement savings and inheritances with a wealth management company fear they have lost everything after the company's licence was cancelled for selling bank bonds that didn’t exist.
Mother attended police station day before murder-suicide, search for baby called off Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026
The mother at the centre of the horrific murder-suicide in South Australia's South East attended a police station the day before she and her daughter were found dead, police have confirmed.
News from the BBC World Service
More than half of England in drought, Environment Agency declares Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026 The drought declarations follow an exceptionally hot and dry period, which has hit rivers, crops and nature. Burnham doesn't rule out tax rises to fix social care Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026 The prime minister holds cross-party talks as he speeds up review of social care in England. Moment police officers set foot in 'horror scene' funeral home Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026 Police discovered messy side rooms strewn with rubbish at the Legacy funeral home in Hull. Four women accuse Jared Leto of criminal sexual conduct when they were teenagers Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026 The actor and musician faces allegations from 10 women in total who say he mistreated them as teenagers. France fire crews face searing heat in battle to contain flames Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026 Firefighters are battling flare-ups in 40C heat, as some locals have refused to heed evacuations in the Gironde region. Serial killer given whole life orders for murders of two men as police investigate four more deaths Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026 Police are reviewing four unexplained deaths at a homeless shelter where James Desborough stayed. Is World Cup sell-off plan a step too far by Infantino? Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026 BBC Sport explores why Fifa president Gianni Infantino feels powerful enough to sell off stakes in the World Cup - and what the consequences could be. Anthony Fauci refuses to answer questions during US Senate hearing discussing Covid origins Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026 The former top US health official said he feared Republicans could try to trip him up and use his testimony to prosecute him for perjury. Some tech shares are plunging - what does that mean for the AI revolution? Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026 Sharp falls in the value of chip makers have stoked investor concerns that the euphoria around AI related companies is fading. Cyber-attackers take 607,000 records from Department of Education Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026 The DfE says it is working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre and the National Crime Agency. BBC cancels Blankety Blank, Celebrity Mastermind and Live at the Apollo due to budget cuts Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026 The corporation said it was "incredibly proud" of all three shows, but that it must make savings. Prince Harry media battle legal bill expected to cost millions Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026 Earlier this month, a judge ruled against a group - which includes the Duke of Sussex and Sir Elton John - after they sued the Daily Mail's publisher. The athlete who has never held her Olympic medal Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026 The story of Cameroon Olympic medallist Madias Ngake's remarkable journey from sleeping rough and seeking asylum to competing for England at Glasgow 2026. Pictures show scale of drought across England as rivers dry up Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026 Parks are parched and reservoirs diminished as drought is declared in more than half of England. 'Every day I'm just winging it': The families hoping for social care reform Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026 As Andy Burnham outlines his aim to overhaul social care, BBC News speaks to the families caring for loved ones. Three ways that today's 20-somethings really do have it worse than their parents Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026 People in their 20s are facing a tougher start to adulthood than any generation in almost half a century, according to analysis for the BBC. Amelia Dimoldenberg: I wouldn't invite Andy Burnham on Chicken Shop Date - but I'd love a chat Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026 The YouTube star on helping young creatives, and who she wants (and doesn’t want) on her show. 'Don't wait until you want revenge' - why prenups are on the rise Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026 More young couples are now signing prenups to set out who gets what in the event of divorce. 'I'm fortunate I survived a stage 4 diagnosis when so many didn't make it' Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026 Diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer 10 years ago, aged 37, Lynette McHendry has defied the odds to face down the disease. Two firefighters die in Crete as wildfires threaten parts of southern Europe Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026 Gale-force winds have whipped up the flames prompting the evacuation of several villages on the island, as parts of the continent also continue to tackle fires.
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