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Eleven unknown Australian soldiers killed in WWI formally identified Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
The 11 Australian soldiers killed in World War I, who were long commemorated as unknown soldiers, have been identified through extensive historical research, archaeological investigations, and DNA analysis.
'Please don't taser me': Canberra woman sues police over use of force Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
An Aboriginal woman who was tasered by officers during an arrest at a Canberra bus stop is suing ACT Policing.
Adelaide council backflips on fossil fuel ad ban amid Tour Down Under fears Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
Councillors have wound back a motion passed weeks ago that would have blocked fossil fuel advertisers on council property.
Trailblazing diabetes educator named 2027 NT Australian of the Year Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
Helen Lamech has spent decades working to improve health outcomes for people in the Northern Territory. Now, the NT's new Australian of the Year hopes to take her diabetes advocacy to the national stage.
Khawaja denies starting 'witch hunt' over Sandpapergate claims Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
Usman Khawaja rejects claims he has reopened some of Australian crickets biggest wounds just to sell copies of his new book as he admits concerns it may have damaged friendships.
South32 refinery workers strike as $8b Alcoa takeover looms Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
More than 100 South32 workers have walked off the job at one of the world's biggest alumina refineries ahead of a takeover by US mining giant Alcoa.
22yo jockey dies from injuries sustained in race fall Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
Jockey Izzy Neale has died "surrounded by family and friends", her family says in a statement released by Racing NSW.
Truck driver sentenced to community service over 2023 NT train derailment Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
A truck driver has been sentenced to a community corrections order over a "catastrophic" train derailment outside Katherine that injured two men in 2023.
Firm embroiled in Nvidia scandal linked to Australian newsagent worker Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
The Australian subsidiary of the firm at the centre of the alleged Nvidia spy scandal lists a newsagent worker as it sole director.
Jillaroos spring a surprise as teams are named for World Cup finals Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
Australia has named its men's and women's sides for this Sunday's Rugby League World Cup finals against New Zealand, including a surprise Jillaroos call.
Surf Lakes to sell dormant Yeppoon prototype site Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
The wave pool was a world-first prototype at the time and gained attention from surfing champions but in recent years has sat abandoned.
Wind farm approval will see 300-metre-high turbines erected in southern NSW Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
Turbines almost as tall as the Eiffel Tower are set to be erected near Hay in southern NSW after a major wind-farm project gets approval from the Independent Planning Commission.
Man jailed for performing Nazi salute during court hearing Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
A 43-year-old man who performed a Nazi gesture towards police and later via video link during a Hobart court hearing has been sentenced to two months' imprisonment.
Lifeguard in tears as she recalls drowning of nine-year-old boy Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
A 17-year-old lifeguard who had only been working for two weeks went into "shock" after retrieving a drowning nine-year-old boy.
Night surfing trial gets green light despite concerns about sharks Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
The proposal to trial night surfing as part of a World Surf League event at Snapper Rocks next year is backed by the Gold Coast City Council.
Preschooler hospitalised with suspected snakebite in northern Victoria Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
The pre-school aged girl is in hospital awaiting further investigations after a suspected snakebite.
Floreat killer a ‘sad man’ who was ‘reeling’ after wife left him, inquest hears Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
The premeditated actions of a man who shot dead a mother and daughter in their Perth home showed "high-level" planning and it's unlikely his neurological conditions were a contributing factor, a court hears.
'Not enough evidence' to determine young woman's cause of death, inquest finds Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
The circumstances surrounding the death of a Wilcannia woman in 2022 have been the subject of two police investigations and a coronial inquest.
Light plane clips car near airport, injuring two people Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
Two people were taken to hospital with head injuries after the incident near Lilydale Airport.
Who is Jensen Huang and why is the Nvidia CEO scandal important? Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
After news broke of Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's affair with an alleged Chinese intelligence asset Nvidia's value plummeted. Why?
News from the BBC World Service
US military aircraft leave second UK base Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 The departures come weeks after the US withdrew bombers from RAF Fairford airbase over a suspected Iran-linked security incident. Met Police investigate several reports on Russell Brand following his conviction Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 Det Supt Andy Furphy says the force had received "several reports in during the trial and since the trial". Sales of tinned food and bottled water jump after 'Be Ready' campaign launch Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 Sales of essential goods such as hand sanitiser soar after the government called on households to be prepared for emergencies. Watch: Meghan's first public appearance since father arrested Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 Meghan arrived at the European Parliament in Brussels with her husband, Prince Harry, who delivered a speech about online child safety. Israel's new parliament to be sworn in as leaders compete to form government Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 Benjamin Netanyahu's main political rival, Gadi Eisenkot, has first chance to build a new government and oust the prime minister. Kim Kardashian's Skims offers refunds for $148 advent calendar after backlash Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 The contents of the calendar, including hair clips and keychains, have been widely criticised on social media. Anthropic to raise $64bn in major stock market listing Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 The AI company behind the Claude chatbot will offer its shares at between $70 and $78. Phones to be banned from pupils' bags or pockets under stricter rules for schools in England Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 The government says it is strengthening its guidance for schools in England, which came into force in June. Watch: Man smashes Chinese government building with excavator Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 Police say they have detained a 47-year-old suspect and no one was injured in the incident. The superpower battle over energy – and what it means for your bills Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 A tug-of-war between China and the US could have a big impact on energy costs, but who will win? 'There is no justice' - Epstein survivor on how model agency sent her to abuser's home Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 A woman says an agency boss sent her to photoshoots at the sex offender's Florida beach home. How a civil servant got away with juggling five jobs for so long Posted on Monday November 09, 2026 Kashim Chowdhury has been convicted of fraud after pocketing £284,000 of taxpayers' money over three years. I took Vinted to court to get my money back Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 The BBC hears from Vinted sellers who describe difficulties accessing money held in their online wallets. How did Mildenhall become crucial to the US Air Force? Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 RAF Mildenhall is the main European refuelling tanker base for US forces in Europe. Faisal Islam: What the boss of US tech giant Nvidia told me about China and national security Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 Huang, who is now being investigated over an affair with an alleged Chinese spy, is far more important to the future of the world order than other tech bosses. Cast your vote for BBC Women's Footballer of the Year 2026 Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 Voting is now open for the BBC Women's Footballer of the Year 2026, with five players on the shortlist. 'Baffling but brilliant' post-apocalyptic novel The End of Everything wins Booker Prize Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 M John Harrison becomes the oldest ever winner of the prestigious literary award at the age of 81. Edinburgh Academy pupils suffered decades of 'dreadful abuse' Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 A report from the Scottish Child Abuse Inquiry says the school focused on protecting its reputation and ignored complaints. Ukraine peace talks resume with 'some flexibility' by warring sides, US officials say Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 Kyiv, Washington and Moscow have all sent delegations to the United Arab Emirates for the first trilateral talks since February. Hundreds more offenders leaving jail under early release scheme Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 At least 1,350 offenders have been released from jail early under the scheme so far.
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