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Moguls medal hopes named as Olympic flagbearers Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026
Jakara Anthony and Matt Graham have been named as flag bearers for the 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Milano Cortina.
NT government to clear way for remote rent hikes after High Court ruling Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026
The Northern Territory government has moved to rush through changes to remote housing laws that would clear the way for rent hikes without the need to consult residents.
Bill Gates denies allegations in new Epstein files release Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates denies ever visiting Jeffrey Epstein's private island after new claims surfaced following the release of files from a US government investigation into the late sex offender.Â
Ex-prince Andrew leaves Windsor home after latest Epstein revelations Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026
British police are investigating Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor after new files suggest Jeffrey Epstein arranged for a woman to have sex with the former prince at his home at the Royal Lodge in 2010.
Man accused of murder to claim self-defence Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026
A trial has commenced for two men and their alleged involvement in a string of public shootings on the New South Wales Mid North Coast.Â
Labor MP 'uncomfortable' with Israeli president's visit Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026
Labor's Ed Husic says it is "hard to reconcile" a visit by Israeli President Isaac Herzog with comments he has made in relation to the war in Gaza.
Dozens of unqualified tradies given sign off by Charles Darwin University Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026
Dozens of carpentry apprentices in the Northern Territory will be forced back to TAFE after an error saw them declared qualified to work on construction projects without completing required units of study.
Second person charged after death of newborn in 2024 Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026
A 24-year-old woman has been charged with cruelty to children following a police investigation into the death of a newborn baby south of Brisbane in 2024.
How a teenager who failed swimming lessons pulled off miracle ocean rescue Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026
Austin Appelbee, 13, has made international headlines after swimming for four hours in rough seas to save his mum, sister and brother stranded in the ocean. How did he do it?
Escort's disappearance 'not taken seriously', sister tells inquest Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026
An inquest has wrapped up into the disappearance of Sydney escort Revelle Balmain, 31 years after she was reported missing.
Husband of woman who vanished in 1986 'wrote fake confession to coroner' Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026
Raymond Reddington failed to report his wife missing for several days, changed his story multiple times and wrote a fake confession letter to the state coroner, a Perth court hears.
'Shattered hearts': Piper James's family joins traditional owners in smoking ceremony Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026
K'gari traditional owners have held a smoking ceremony for Piper James, who died on the island last month, to give her spirit a safe passage home.
FOI documents reveal how Anika Wells' New York trip costs escalated Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026
The final New York travel bill for Communications Minister Anika Wells and her staffer rose $7,000 from an initial booking due to last-minute changes.
Man accused of chaining woman inside home faces more charges Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026
An Illawarra man already facing serious domestic violence charges has been given six more, including rape and coercive control.
Living costs rise for all but those on government payments hit hardest Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026
Cost-of-living pressures are being felt by all households, but some have been hit harder than others as annual costs increased between 2.3 and 4.2 per cent in 2025, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
Hundreds of NT residents to be evacuated ahead of 14 metre flooding levels Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026
About 450 people are being evacuated from the remote Northern Territory town of Daly River, ahead of expected flood levels of more than 14 metres.
Hundreds of coal miners 'anxious' as Eraring coal stalemate continues Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026
The fate of 300 coal miners remains in limbo, as negotiations to extend a coal supply contract for Eraring Power Station stall.Â
Queensland man pleads guilty to sharing photo of child sex offender online Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026
The first person charged over misusing the state's new child sex offender registry has been handed a six-month good behaviour bond and accused of vigilantism.
World's fastest animal spotted in Central Australian outback for first time Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026
The world's fastest falcon has been spotted in Central Australia for the first time, surprising even the seasoned birdwatcher who caught the rare sight on camera.
Mother 'sick to her gut' as search called off for missing son Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026
Zjaequaan Sebasio's family and WA Police are urging anyone with information about his location to come forward, after his disappearance almost a week ago.
News from the BBC World Service
Andrew moves out of Royal Lodge home early after latest Epstein files Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026 The former prince's move to a temporary property on the Sandringham Estate follows the latest disclosure of Jeffrey Epstein files. 'Painful times in my marriage' - Melinda French Gates reacts to ex-husband in Epstein files Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026 She said her ex-husband and others named in the Epstein files need to answer whatever questions remain. Inside Reform: Laura Kuenssberg follows Farage's party as it experiences the glare of scrutiny Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026 The BBC has spent time interviewing senior figures and witnessing Reform's work at the largest council it runs. 'I've never hit anything so hard': What it's like to be attacked by a shark Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026 Peter Smith and his wife were on holiday in the Caribbean when a beautiful swim suddenly changed. Russian attacks on Ukraine energy sites 'particularly depraved', UK PM Starmer says Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026 The UK leader's comments came after Russia renewed its attacks on power plants and critical infrastructure in Ukraine. Snooker legend John Virgo dies aged 79 Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026 John Virgo, who co-presented TV show Big Break and was a popular BBC commentator for decades, has died. Three quarters of patients will survive cancer by 2035, government promises Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026 There are plans for earlier diagnosis and faster treatment in England but experts worry about lack of staff. Hope for Olympic skater in Minions music dispute Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026 Figure skater Tomas-Llorence Guarino Sabate is optimistic he can perform to music from the Minions films at the Winter Olympics after receiving copyright clearance. Chris Mason: Mandelson revelations a scandal on another level Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026 Sir Keir Starmer's decision to send Lord Mandelson to Washington a year ago gives this row political salience, the BBC's political editor writes. Who is in the files? Posted on Tuesday February 03, 2026 Millions of Epstein-related documents released by the US justice department include the names of the world's rich and powerful. Sarah Ferguson emails show increasing desperation Posted on Tuesday February 03, 2026 The messages from the former Duchess of York appear to show her saying she feels "traumatised and alone". Police assess allegation Epstein sent second woman to UK for sex with Andrew Posted on Tuesday February 03, 2026 The encounter allegedly occurred at the former prince's residence, Royal Lodge, in 2010. 'Finally got him to go today': Mandelson's emails to Epstein on Gordon Brown Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026 Emails released by the US appear to shed new light on the dying days of Gordon Brown's government. I needed to face Letby in court, baby's mum says in new Netflix documentary Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026 The mother of one of the babies murdered by Lucy Letby breaks her silence in a Netflix documentary. BBC joins Colombian commandos fighting 'never-ending battle' against drug gangs Posted on Tuesday February 03, 2026 As the US and Colombian presidents meet, Orla Guerin joins a police unit tasked with finding and destroying jungle cocaine labs. How we decluttered our home and you can too Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026 Four people who have successfully reduced the amount of stuff they have explain how they did it. No-one knows what to expect when you're dying, but hospices are helping me Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026 Hospices caring for people at the end of their lives are at risk because funding is "unsustainable". 'Never imagined this': Indian village grapples with interfaith couple's killing Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026 Police say they were beaten to death, allegedly by the woman's three brothers, who have been arrested. Israeli strikes kill 17 in Gaza, hospitals say, after soldier wounded by gunfire Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026 Hospitals say six children were among those killed in strikes that Israel's military says it launched after a gun attack on its troops. Government pledges 10,000 new foster care places in England Posted on Wednesday February 04, 2026 Rule changes aim to create thousands of new foster places and help full-time workers.
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