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Rollers capture first wheelchair basketball world title in 12 years Posted on Sunday September 20, 2026
Australia defeats Italy 81-57 to win the men's IWBF World Championships final in Canada, giving the Rollers their third title in the tournament's history.
Injured man expected to be charged with murder after fatal housefire in SA's mid-north Posted on Sunday September 20, 2026
A man has died and two people remain in hospital following a fire at Redhill in South Australia last night.
Coalition vows to cut $15 off tank of petrol when global prices spike Posted on Sunday September 20, 2026
Under a new policy announced today, the Coaltion says it will halve the fuel excise when the global price of oil reaches an average of $US100 a barrel over a two-week period if elected.
Three-hour ordeal to rescue man trapped in 30-metre rock crevice Posted on Sunday September 20, 2026
A man has been rescued after falling 30 metres down a rock crevice along Victoria's coast.Â
Man fined for failing to tag 'flighty' pet deer with 'sharp antlers' Posted on Sunday September 20, 2026
An Adelaide Hills man who kept dozens of deer as "pets" has been fined after his repeated efforts to comply with an order to place permanent ear tags on the "flighty animals with sharp antlers" failed.
Tips for tackling jetlag when travelling with kids Posted on Sunday September 20, 2026
Travelling with children can be tough, and the difficulties can escalate when you cross a time zone or two.
Meet the gig workers helping train robots to do our dishes Posted on Sunday September 20, 2026
Thousands of gig workers around the world are feeding the robotics industry's insatiable demand for training data on how to do things like household chores.
New centre offers hope in community with high DV rates Posted on Sunday September 20, 2026
A men's centre is offering hope for change in a remote community with high rates of family violence.Â
His Eliza statue is Insta famous, but boats are Tony's true passion Posted on Sunday September 20, 2026
A strong maritime theme underpins the art of 81-year-old Tony Jones, whose workshop is teeming with boats and all things sailing.
Local government watchdog seeks more permanent fix for Perth council's problems Posted on Sunday September 20, 2026
The first inquiry by Western Australia's new Local Government Inspector into the City of Perth may be the last one the problem-plagued council will need to get back on track.Â
Victorian Coalition pledges more select-entry high schools if elected Posted on Sunday September 20, 2026
Victoria currently has four fully selective secondary schools but Opposition Leader Jess Wilson says there is growing demand for more academic achiever colleges.
Warning for brain health over offloading deep-thinking skills to AI Posted on Sunday September 20, 2026
A study has found AI use lifted homework scores and completion rates but also led to a drop in exam performance. Neuroscientist James Vickers says there are clear problems with offloading mental labour to AI.
Rare century-old Mildura housing scheme directs lease revenue to local schools Posted on Sunday September 20, 2026
Back when settlers were establishing new rural communities, they used college lease schemes to fund schools.
Three women killed in NSW in 24 hours Posted on Sunday September 20, 2026
Three women have died in separate domestic violence-related incidents across New South Wales within 24 hours.Â
Emergency helicopters still unable to land at two SA regional hospitals Posted on Sunday September 20, 2026
Medical retrieval helicopters remain unable to land at two regional South Australian hospitals, with the health minister unable to provide a date for the reopening of their helipads.
Infertility was incredibly hard. Loving one another got us through Posted on Sunday September 20, 2026
When IVF didn't work, Susanne and Mike Armour had to face the difficult decision to stop trying for a baby. The couple say their love for one another got them through.
Albanese at odds with Trump over AI rules, warns humans must be in control Posted on Sunday September 20, 2026
Anthony Albanese urges China and the US to work together to mitigate AI risks "in the interests of humanity".
Ed Sheeran opens solo show with Gaza comments, apology for his 'mistakes' Posted on Sunday September 20, 2026
Ed Sheeran opens a solo concert in Philadelphia with comments about Gaza, saying what's happening is "catastrophic and unjustifiable".Â
In an outback town, this small venue raised $1 million to save itself Posted on Sunday September 20, 2026
Live music fans from across Australia and the world have banded together to raise the $1 million needed to save beloved Alice Springs venue The Black Wreath after the building's owner put it on the market.
John Farnham to miss tribute concert due to poor health Posted on Sunday September 20, 2026
John Farnham's family confirms the Australian singing superstar will miss tonight's tribute concert in Melbourne due to poor health.
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Ed Sheeran admits 'mistakes' as he addresses Macklemore controversy at Philadelphia show Posted on Sunday September 20, 2026 The mega-star spoke about Israel and Gaza at his first concert since rapper Macklemore was removed from his tour. Houthis say they targeted Saudi capital with ballistic missiles Posted on Sunday September 20, 2026 A reported strike on a fuel depot at Riyadh airport caused delays on Saturday, as Saudi Arabia says it shot down a ballistic missile aimed at the capital. Major seaside hotel fire that evacuated guests during night treated as suspicious Posted on Saturday September 19, 2026 About 280 people were evacuated from the premises at Folkestone's Grand Burstin Hotel. Nato welcomes Greenland deal as Trump says it will give US 'permanent security control' Posted on Sunday September 20, 2026 Denmark and the US have reached an agreement after months of threats from Donald Trump to annex the territory. Strictly returns with new hosting trio as celebrities find out dance pairings Posted on Saturday September 19, 2026 Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe and Johannes Radebe take over from long-running presenting duo Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman. The deadly new drugs reshaping Scotland's fight against addiction Posted on Sunday September 20, 2026 Experts warn potent new substances are making an already deadly crisis more dangerous. Watch: Earl Spencer says he is telling the truth about a phone call with Charles after Diana's death Posted on Friday September 18, 2026 Earl Spencer spoke exclusively with the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg about claims he has made in a new book. Our head teacher was an abuser. We joined forces to get justice - now we're married Posted on Sunday September 20, 2026 Students spent years collecting evidence against their Indonesian principal, before falling in love.
Cultural treasures are being destroyed by war, and people want justice Posted on Sunday September 20, 2026 A cauldron of conflicts is bubbling across the world, with cultural monuments being destroyed. These people are fighting against it. 'People forget we exist': Why older LGBTQ+ community fears losing identity Posted on Sunday September 20, 2026 A report suggests older LGBTQ+ people experience more social isolation than their heterosexual peers. Sex and dating for the sandwich generation - Sharon Horgan on her latest comedy Youth Posted on Sunday September 20, 2026 "It's really weird watching yourself age on screen because that's not fun," Horgan reveals. Analysis: Trump escalates media fight after week of setbacks Posted on Saturday September 19, 2026 An embattled Trump has injected his fight with the news media with new acrimony, writes the BBC's Anthony Zurcher. Not all AI workers think the tech could kill everyone Posted on Sunday September 20, 2026 In text exchanges and conversations, multiple people who have worked for leading companies are sceptical of the warnings. Journalists denied White House access after Trump banned some media outlets Posted on Saturday September 19, 2026 CNN, MS NOW and Politico reporters' White House press badges were confiscated, the outlets reported. Davey says Lib Dems are 'firewall against Farage' as conference begins Posted on Saturday September 19, 2026 Lib Dem leader Ed Davey claimed the party was aiming to beat its 2024 record of 72 MPs in any snap election. Premier League fans and players honour Noah Woods Posted on Saturday September 19, 2026 Everton and Ipswich supporters and players pay tribute to the three-year-old, who died this week. The Papers: 'Gaslit by the King' and 'McCann suspect's book plot' Posted on Sunday September 20, 2026 Earl Spencer's memoir and plans for the chief Madeleine McCann suspect to write a book lead Sunday's papers. 'How many more bodies?' Grief and fear in South Africa as nine women found dead in two months Posted on Saturday September 19, 2026 Dineo Motapane is one of nine recent victims whose deaths have left a nation traumatised over the level of violence against women. Maddy Cusack 'more than a number on a shirt' as anniversary falls during inquest delay Posted on Sunday September 20, 2026 The third anniversary of Maddy Cusack's death falls during a pause in the footballer's inquest. AI not a threat to films, say Shaun the Sheep creators Posted on Friday September 18, 2026 The Bristol-based institution have released the third feature film in the Shaun the Sheep franchise.
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