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Mystery illness killing magpies sparks fears of population decline Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
Researchers say they are still far from identifying the cause of a deadly paralytic illness spreading through populations of the iconic Australian birds.
Apology given for 'appalling' display of autopsy body parts without consent Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
A formal apology has been given in Tasmania's parliament for the past practice of taking human specimens from autopsies and displaying them in a museum without the knowledge of family members.
'Nowhere for me to exist': Growing up as a biracial child Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
KA was "stripped" of her culture as a child and has been on a journey to reclaim her connection to her Filipino heritage. Â Â
Police union pushes for US-style night court to free up holding cells Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
The NSW Police Association makes its case for night courts at its biennial conference in Wollongong.
Father faces court after allegedly murdering wife and two sons Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
The 47-year-old has faced court charged with what police described as the "particularly violent" murder of his wife and sons in Sydney's south-west.
Hawthorn 'extremely disappointed' by AFL's call to end Tasmanian partnership Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
Hawthorn is less than pleased after being forced to cease playing home games in Tasmania ahead of the Devils' AFL entry.Â
Neymar recalled for Brazil's World Cup campaign despite three-year hiatus Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
Carlo Ancelotti includes Brazil's all-time leading goalscorer in his first FIFA World Cup squad.
Israeli forces have detained 11 Australians after intercepting Gaza-bound flotilla Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
Israeli forces detain 11 Australians after its navy intercepts ships seeking to break Israel's maritime blockade of Gaza, flotilla organisers say.
No long-term rentals but 200 short-stay listings in WA towns Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
There are renewed calls for a ban on short-stay rentals as a new report shows holiday homes vastly outnumber permanent rentals in small regional communities.
Australia's worst diphtheria outbreak 'for decades' spreads to WA, Qld and SA Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
An ongoing diphtheria outbreak in the Northern Territory has now spread across its borders to Western Australia, Queensland and South Australia, with Health Minister Mark Butler describing it as the nation's worst "for decades".
Ebola treatment centres open in Congo as WHO sends team Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
The cash-strapped World Health Organization is sending a team of experts to the Democratic Republic of the Congo as hundreds of cases of Ebola are suspected.
Advocates scramble to find funding for regional tech help service Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
If you're having connectivity issues, one place you can turn to is the Regional Tech Hub. But now it might be forced to close.
Gippsland Nationals MP Tim Bull to exit politics at Victorian election Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
Tim Bull has announced he will not contest the November election, after representing Gippsland East for the National Party for 16 years.
Detective in OJ Simpson murder trial Mark Fuhrman dies at 74 Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
Mark Fuhrman was one of the first two police detectives sent to investigate the 1994 killings of OJ Simpson's ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend, Ronald Goldman, in Los Angeles.
Road with no name leads emergency crews astray Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
When Chris Stehbens spied a lost ambulance driving up and down his road during a Triple Zero (000) emergency response, he was not surprised by the struggle to find the right address.
Xi to welcome Putin for visit days after hosting Trump Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
While this meeting comes just days after Beijing hosted the US president, the Kremlin insists there is "no correlation" between the visits.
Driver hospitalised after 350km/h shunt in Indy 500 practice Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
Alexander Rossi has been taken to hospital after a heavy crash during Indy 500 practice that saw two other cars wrecked just days out from the most prestigious race on the American calendar.
Arsenal edges closer to Premier League title despite more VAR drama Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
Kai Havertz emerges Arsenal's hero after scoring the winner against Burnley, and is spared a sending-off for a horror tackle.
Strong catch numbers end banana prawn season early for major operator Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
The largest operator in Australia's most valuable prawn fishery wraps up banana prawn season a month early because catch numbers were so high.
Spotting these AI relationship warning signs may avoid a delusional spiral Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
Intensive chatbot use may be amplifying dangerous and harmful delusions for some users. Here are some of the "red flags" for "AI psychosis".
News from the BBC World Service
Married at First Sight UK brides tell BBC they were raped by on-screen husbands Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026 Channel 4 was aware of one of the rape claims before broadcast, but the woman involved still featured in the show. New High Street crime unit to target gangs fronting shops after BBC investigation Posted on Monday May 18, 2026 It follows BBC News exposing drug gangs, money laundering, immigration crime, and ghost directors linked to shop fronts. Teen suspects fatally shoot three in suspected hate crime at San Diego mosque Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026 A note left by one of the teenage suspects contains general "hate rhetoric", investigators say. Trump says he called off new Iran attack at request of Gulf states Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026 The US president says he is holding off on a US attack planned for Tuesday as "serious negotiations are now taking place". Faisal Islam: Burnham seeks to calm markets by committing to fiscal rules Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026 Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham is looking to manage the markets as well as the Makerfield byelection Selling children to survive: Afghan fathers forced to make impossible choices Posted on Monday May 18, 2026 In Afghanistan today, a staggering three in four people cannot meet their basic needs. Ex-British soldier imprisoned by Russia says he feels abandoned in occupied Ukraine Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026 In letters sent to the BBC from prison, Hayden Davies says he has had no contact with British authorities. 'Untouchable' teen motorbike thieves mocking victims on TikTok Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026 BBC investigation finds hundreds of videos showing self-confessed thieves posing with stolen bikes. Is there a late spring heatwave on the way? Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026 The warmest weather of the year is forecast for later this week after early rain. Man City preparing for Guardiola departure Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026 Manchester City are preparing for manager Pep Guardiola to leave the club at the end of the season after a decade in charge and 17 major trophies. 'Digi-hogs' tracked in bid to slow decline in hedgehog numbers Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026 Researchers hope the project will also help to identify barriers preventing hedgehogs from finding food and mates in the wild.
At least 100 dead in Ebola outbreak in DR Congo, official says Posted on Monday May 18, 2026 The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the outbreak an international emergency. What really holds China and Russia together Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026 The relationship endures despite a power imbalance, with both sides recognising that it is too important to fail. The Papers: 'Starmer sabotages Burnham' and 'Best of buddies' Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026 Burnham vows not to 're-run' Brexit and King joins 'buddies' at Chelsea Flower Show leads the papers. Guardiola's legacy of genius will echo through all ages for years to come Posted on Monday May 18, 2026 As Manchester City prepare for Pep Guardiola's exit, Phil McNulty reflects on how he has changed football in England. Trump told Taiwan not to 'go independent' - but does it want to? Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026 Taiwan independence is the reddest of red lines for China, which claims the island as its own. Elon Musk just lost another lawsuit. Will he keep fighting? Posted on Monday May 18, 2026 Musk's loss against OpenAI is the latest in a string of courtroom defeats. Why people are so excited about Swatch's Royal Pop watch Posted on Monday May 18, 2026 A watch range by Swatch and luxury brand Audemars Piguet is causing a frenzy as people queue for days to get their hands on one. What is Ebola and why is stopping this outbreak so difficult? Posted on Monday May 18, 2026 An outbreak of Ebola in DR Congo involves a rare strain and is in an area affected by conflict. Trump administration unveils $1.7bn fund to compensate his allies as he drops tax lawsuit Posted on Monday May 18, 2026 The settlement will go towards individuals who allege they were subjected to unfair investigations.
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