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Liberal candidate's husband allegedly assaulted over campaign sign Posted on Monday October 26, 2026
A 59-year-old man is charged after over the alleged assault of Amanda Dow's husband on Sunday.
Rescuers praised after hauling young dugong to safety Posted on Monday October 26, 2026
After finding the mammal tangled in a car fanbelt in a creek near Exmouth in WA, marine park staff carried it to safety over a nearby sandbar.
Dr Redmayne aims to lift Brisbane Heat's WBBL fortunes Posted on Monday October 26, 2026
Brisbane Heat made unwanted WBBL history with a winless 2025 season. Now, new skipper Georgia Redmayne, fresh from stints as a doctor, is tasked with moving the team up the table.
Parliament grieves as cardboard cockatoo serves as Helen Haines tribute Posted on Monday October 26, 2026
As parliament suspended business to offer messages of support for attack victim MP Helen Haines, an orange cockatoo was poignantly perched in her empty seat in the House of Reps.
NSW premier says barracks sale a 'big missed opportunity' Posted on Monday October 26, 2026
Defence personnel based at Victoria Barracks in Sydney have begun "packing boxes" for a Christmas eviction, despite the NSW premier calling on the federal government to reverse its move to sell the historic site.
Fatigue concerns after Virgin jet cut in front of Qantas plane Posted on Monday October 26, 2026
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau releases two preliminary reports into close call incidents at the airport in August.
'Tyranny of distance' weighs against big cycling call Posted on Monday October 26, 2026
As cycling's three great races continue to search for international collaborations, Australian great Cadel Evans says a Grand Tour could start Down Under but he wouldn't want to ride in it.
Boy, 13, stays locked up after Perth drive-by shooting charges Posted on Monday October 26, 2026
A 13-year-old boy accused of a drive-by shooting in Perth will spend the next six weeks behind bars, as his mother tries to find them accommodation after recently moving to WA.
Lula celebrates unlikely victory in Brazil as Bolsonaro rejects results Posted on Monday October 26, 2026
Two days before his 81st birthday, Brazil's president clinches a historic fourth term. But his opponent is refusing to accept defeat.
'Get a reality check': Cartoon maker refuses to apologise to Jacqui Lambie Posted on Monday October 26, 2026
Jacqui Lambie calls for the One Nation candidate and creator of the party's Please Explain cartoons to drop out of the race for an upper house seat in next month's Victorian election.
Netanyahu posts mushroom cloud, talks cryptocurrency as election looms Posted on Monday October 26, 2026
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has sought to play on national security fears just days out from the election.
Jury told alleged murder victim may have died from 'broken heart' Posted on Monday October 26, 2026
A jury has been told they cannot exclude the possibility an elderly woman allegedly murdered by her daughter died from a broken heart.
Former councillor James Hansen dies in floodwaters in Fraser Coast Posted on Monday October 26, 2026
The 57-year-old man found dead in floodwaters on Queensland's Fraser Coast has been identified as local dairy farmer and former councillor James Hansen.
Convicted paedophile arrested and extradited to SA Posted on Monday October 26, 2026
A convicted child rapist who sparked a national manhunt over alleged child sex offences has been extradited to South Australia.
Travellers warned of upheaval as new Perth Airport terminal plans unveiled Posted on Monday October 26, 2026
Perth Airport's chief executive has warned passengers the facility is set for major upheaval as it moves to consolidate its four terminals, with construction work meaning people will have to allow for delays.
Coalition says cuts to climate, housing and more would save $31b Posted on Monday October 26, 2026
Angus Taylor publishes fresh costings for proposed cuts to Labor's climate and housing policies.
Woman's 'sense of safety' shattered by man who held her captive, court hears Posted on Monday October 26, 2026
A woman who endured days of abuse while being held captive by a man in Canberra tells a court about the "psychological and emotional mutilation" of the ordeal.
Federal MP Luke Gosling's breach of bail charge dropped by prosecution Posted on Monday October 26, 2026
Prosecutors have withdrawn a breach of bail charge against federal MP Luke Gosling, who is accused of assaulting the Northern Territory administrator in Darwin earlier this year. Mr Gosling denies any wrongdoing.
Hundreds of patients removed from Canberra health waitlists via letter Posted on Monday October 26, 2026
A Canberra mother is shocked to learn her daughter has been removed from a waitlist for specialist care at a paediatric allergy centre because her condition "no longer meets the requirement for a specialist appointment".
Our favourite one-pot pastas for busy weeknights Posted on Monday October 26, 2026
Busy weeknights call for easy meals that don't require much clean-up.
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Watch: How Lula turned it around to beat former president's son Posted on Monday October 26, 2026 Brazil's left-wing President has been elected for a fourth term after narrowly beating right-wing Flávio Bolsonaro in a knife-edge vote. Storm Boelo leaves 90,000 without power as Met Office issues new wind warning Posted on Monday October 26, 2026 Around 90,000 properties are without power after Scotland and north England is battered by strong winds. Healey to shield low-income pensioners from income tax in the Budget Posted on Monday October 26, 2026 Changes are needed to prevent the full, flat-rate state pension becoming liable for income tax after it rises in April. Consultant doctors in England to strike next month Posted on Monday October 26, 2026 Senior doctors to stage 48-hour walkout, beginning on 25 November, in dispute over pay and pensions. Daughter wins £127k claim for caring for mum at home Posted on Monday October 26, 2026 Bern Rogers says the row with her siblings since her elderly mother died was "harrowing and deeply sad". Celebrations in Serbia after veteran ruler Vučić loses election to student-led protest movement Posted on Monday October 26, 2026 The populist right-wing leader of 12 years says it is "clear" his party has lost the vote billed as a referendum on the country's future. Knighting Sinfield 'easiest decision anyone's had to make,' says Prince William Posted on Monday October 26, 2026 The rugby league star is "gold dust" and "should have been Sir Kevin years ago," says the Prince of Wales. Funding set to double for plan to get rough sleepers off streets by Christmas Posted on Monday October 26, 2026 Burnham made ending rough sleeping his first pledge when entering Downing Street in July. Crowds welcome Venezuela's María Machado after months in exile Posted on Monday October 26, 2026 The Venezuelan opposition leader spent more than 10 months in exile after escaping the country on a speedboat. Israelis prepare to vote in one of the most pivotal elections in the country's history Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026 Security and democracy emerge as central issues in Israel's highly anticipated general election, as Middle East correspondent Lucy Williamson reports. Faisal Islam: Healey's Budget needs to sustain the stronger economy through gathering clouds Posted on Monday October 26, 2026 The economic is positive now but come January things could become trickier for the Labour government Kane, Yamal or Kvaratskhelia? BBC Sport pundits on who should win the men's Ballon d'Or Posted on Monday October 26, 2026 The Ballon d'Or winner will be announced in London on Monday - but who is going to claim the showpiece award?
How a movement of students brought down Serbia's Vučić Posted on Monday October 26, 2026 In just under two years the students have succeeded in tearing up 14 years of political dominance under Aleksandar Vučić. Is 'ferritin face' a real thing - and can you really spot low iron from looks? Posted on Monday October 26, 2026 Videos in which people claim to spot the signs of low iron have attracted millions of views online. Lula faces hostile congress and divided country after Brazil election win Posted on Monday October 26, 2026 The incumbent president has pulled off a surprise win, but he will face a hostile Congress and a polarised country. Big, noisy and coming to a town near you - why the data centre backlash is growing Posted on Monday October 26, 2026 Data centres are the lifeblood of our digital world, but there are growing concerns about their environmental impact. The BBC explores their rise in charts. Sign up now Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026 From news and politics to technology and the royals, get the best BBC journalism to your inbox. Spotify uploads lyrics for Dolly Parton's Welsh version of Jolene in Irish Posted on Monday October 26, 2026 The single is the second posthumous release from Parton - who was of Welsh descent. Australian murderer loses bid to eat Vegemite in prison Posted on Monday October 26, 2026 Andre McKechnie, who murdered a property developer, argued it was his right to enjoy Australian culture. Jordan arrests three men suspected of deadly church attack after shootout Posted on Monday October 26, 2026 No group has yet said it was behind Friday's shooting attack in the village of Hmoud, which left nine Christians dead.
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