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Mandelson failed vetting but was given UK ambassador to US job anyway Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
Peter Mandelson was sacked from the role after revelations about his connections with the late sex offender became public.
Live: Israel and Lebanon agree to ten-day ceasefire, says Trump, but Hezbollah not part of talks Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
Iran-linked terror group Hezbollah, which is based in Lebanon, was not a party to the ceasefire discussions.
Pope blasts 'tyrants' spending big on war following public spat with Trump Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
The US-born pope has praised peace movements and peace makers during his visit to the African nation of Cameroon as the rift with US President Donald Trump intensifies.
Trbojevic injures hamstring as Manly thrash Cowboys Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
The Sea Eagles have smashed North Queensland but the win has come at a heavy cost following a hamstring injury to star fullback Tom Trbojevic.Â
'Attention-seeking' man allegedly targeted police, defence in 'cybercrime spree' Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
A 22-year-old Adelaide man who allegedly went on a "cybercrime spree", targeting several government departments and a courthouse, will remain behind bars until at the least the end of the year.
Daicos inspires Magpies to win as Blues youngster misses kick after siren Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
Nick Daicos stars in the final quarter to inspire Collingwood to a win as Carlton youngster Talor Byrne misses a kick after the siren to tie the scores.
Attempted murder charges possible over Wangaratta stabbing Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
A man has been refused bail over an alleged stabbing incident that has left a 53-year-old woman in a critical condition with skull fractures and part of her ear severed.
Report finds Darwin Harbour biodiversity rivals that of Ningaloo Reef Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
New research has revealed Darwin Harbour's biodiversity, including its wide range of rare species, rivals that of the World Heritage-protected Ningaloo Reef.
'No-one's committed murder here': Port CEO urges change to tribunal process Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
Port Adelaide's chief executive has slammed the AFL Tribunal process, labelling it "too legalistic" and "too adversarial".
US alliance indispensable as Marles looks to build more self-sufficient ADF Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
Defence Minister Richard Marles has declared the United States alliance will remain indispensable for Australian national security even while Australia looks to build a more self-reliant defence force.
Businesses evacuated as fire contained in Brisbane's east Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
Emergency services were called to Hemmant just after 3pm, with more than a dozen crews attending the scene.Â
Bombs, rain and destruction: Life in Gaza six months into a ceasefire Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
Palestinians in Gaza fear they are being forgotten as the Iran war drags on, with Israeli strikes continuing despite a ceasefire and the humanitarian situation still dire.
The cause of the Viva Energy oil refinery fire under investigation. Here's what we know Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
Firefighters have managed to extinguish a blaze at one of Australia's major oil refineries. Here's what we know so far about the cause of the fire — and the possible impact on fuel prices.
How to tell if your dog is in pain and what to do if they are Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
New research suggests that many dog owners are not skilled in recognising pain in their pets.Â
100m litres of diesel secured under new powers, PM confirms Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
Anthony Albanese says that new powers allowing the federal government to underwrite the delivery of additional fuel cargoes have been used to purchase 100 million litres of diesel.
Hanson wishes Coalition good luck, government focuses on fuel Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
This week in Canberra, Pauline Hanson learned imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, the defence budget was on the agenda and a fire threw the fuel crisis into sharp relief.
Explosions heard during fire in Byron Bay bike shop Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
The northern NSW town was bustling with holiday-makers enjoying the Easter school holidays when the fire broke out in the CBD this afternoon.
Liberty Bell Bay workers told to take leave without pay or be sacked Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
About 175 workers at Australia's only manganese smelter, Liberty Bell Bay, have been told they will be laid off at the end of next week unless they take leave without pay.
'Snacks' ordered for alleged hit men's escape after underworld killing, court hears Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
Victoria's Supreme Court is told underworld figure Gavin Preston was cautious about his surroundings and "never" sat outside a cafe he regularly attended — other than the day he was shot dead.Â
Pandemic, 'ice epidemic' worsened Qld child safety pressures, ex-minister says Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026
An inquiry into Queensland's child safety system hears the former minister was made aware of the sector's resource issues, as well as the "significant increase" in children entering residential care.
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Home Office investigating after BBC finds migrants making false claims to stay in UK Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 No 10 says the government is working to ensure "anyone potentially abusing our immigration system is held accountable". Badenoch accuses PM of misleading MPs over Mandelson vetting Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 It follows a report Lord Mandelson failed his security vetting for the role of US ambassador but this was overruled by the Foreign Office. Rollout of Covid vaccines an extraordinary feat, inquiry report finds Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 Covid vaccines saved hundreds of thousands of lives, but a small minority harmed need better support, says report. Former Arsenal goalkeeper Alex Manninger dies after car struck by train in Austria Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 Former Arsenal goalkeeper Alex Manninger dies at the age of 48 after his car is struck by a train. Churchwarden jailed for murdering pensioner has conviction quashed Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 Benjamin Field has been in prison for the murder of Peter Farquhar, 69. Beckhams have 'always tried to be best parents', Victoria says after Brooklyn row Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 Victoria says she and David have always tried to "protect" their children, following a rift with their son. UK prepares for food shortages in worst case scenario as Iran war continues Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 The UK could face some food shortages by the summer under a worst case scenario drawn up by government officials. Breakthrough £90,000 Alzheimer's drugs unlikely to benefit patients, report suggests Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 A major review has provoked a backlash after concluding the medicines provide too little benefit to be noticed. Pope criticises 'tyrants' who spend billions on wars after Trump spat Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 The comments follow a high-profile spat with US President Donald Trump, who called the Pope weak on crime. Fifa blamed for $100 World Cup train fare for 30-minute ride Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill accuses Fifa of failing to provide funding, which means fans must foot the bill for high transport costs at the World Cup this summer. Lana Del Rey to sing theme for new James Bond game Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 The Summertime Sadness star has been keen to add her voice to the Bond franchise for a number of years. Iranians tell BBC they don't know if ceasefire with US will hold Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 The BBC's chief international correspondent Lyse Doucet arrived in Tehran to what she described as 'life on pause'. Europe has 'maybe 6 weeks of jet fuel left', energy boss warns as Strait of Hormuz effectively closed Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 Flights could soon be cancelled if supplies from the Gulf remain blocked, says the International Energy Agency.
Satellite images reveal scale of Israeli demolitions as Lebanese villages destroyed Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 BBC Verify analysis found more than 1,400 buildings had been destroyed since 2 March. Do you have to be a millionaire to become an F1 driver? Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 Andrew Benson assesses how much money is needed to reach Formula 1 and why costs have increased so much. Key findings from Covid inquiry report on vaccines Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 Immunisation saved hundreds of thousands of UK lives, but vaccine hesitancy remains an issue. Malala's brother Khushal on fleeing the Taliban and facing the manosphere Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 Khushal Yousafzai has been opening up to BBC Asian Network about the impact of one day in 2012. Why cheap power could matter more than clean power in the push for net zero Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 The question of how important making our electricity clean is to going green is coming under increasing scrutiny Migrants making false domestic abuse claims to stay in UK, BBC investigation reveals Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 In the third part of an undercover investigation, the BBC reveals how rules aimed at protecting abuse victims are being exploited.
I feared my son had a brain tumour but he'd been poisoned with vitamin D Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026 Investigations found Roo had been accidentally poisoned with a dose of vitamin D prescribed for growing pains.
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