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King Charles warns AI leaders of 'existential dangers' Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
Britain's King Charles III has warned AI leaders of the "existential dangers" posed by the technology falling into the wrong hands while hosting the leaders from top artificial intelligence firms.
Smart glasses ban looms as Labor sets out new AI rules Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
Smart glasses could be prohibited in Commonwealth workplaces as the government consults on new rules for Australia's growing AI sector.
UN-backed experts find US strike on Minab school amounts to war crime Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
A fact-finding mission on Iran, backed by the United Nations, finds Iranian citizens have been caught between crimes against humanity by their own government and deadly conflict with the US and Israel.
Woman charged after baby found dead in Sydney bin Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
NSW Police say a 24-year-old woman "believed to be the mother of the infant" has been charged.Â
Man charged with murder after alleged assault in Tasmania's north Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
A 42-year-old man has been charged with murder after allegedly assaulting a man at a house in Tasmania's north.
Backpacker cuts slammed as 'low blow' for farming and tourism Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
Farming and tourism industry leaders say cuts to backpacker numbers will slash the available workforce across regional Australia.
Disability advocate's tragic drowning spurs life-saving gesture Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
Ellen Fraser-Barbour's drowning at a popular swimming hole in central Australia prompts the NT's St John Ambulance service to install an automated external defibrillator at the site to commemorate her disability advocacy work.
Grandmother says system failing despite WA child protection minister's flying visit Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
On the anniversary of her grandchildren's burial, Dorothy Papertalk is leading calls for change in South Hedland as a political firestorm grows over Western Australia's child protection failures.
NASA scientist's chance Moon discovery reveals once-in-a-lifetime crater Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
Wider and about as deep as the Roman Colosseum, researchers believe the newly-discovered McGetchin crater was formed after a powerful surface impact in 2024.
Netballer fined after unprecedented assault charge Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
Diamonds defender Sarah Klau is handed a $5,000 fine and a suspended two-game ban after pleading guilty to assault and failing to disclose the incident prior to the Commonwealth Games. But she'll still be eligible to play at the Constellation Cup.
Woman who stabbed sons to death found not criminally responsible Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
The woman, who was wiping her eyes in court on Wednesday, will instead be detained at a facility determined by mental health experts.
Politician apologises for yelling, swearing in staff meeting Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
The commissioner investigating Fiona Carrick's conduct said she had made "well-meaning" but unsuccessful attempts to bring tension down in her office. Â
'Alarming': Report says North Korean overseas labour financing nuclear weapons Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
Tens of thousands of North Korean labourers working in Russia and China reportedly raised as much as $US800 million last year for Kim Jong Un's nuclear weapons program, helping Pyongyang evade UN sanctions.
Court battle looms for Socceroos star after drug test Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
Cristian Volpato is set for a court battle as the Socceroos star's lawyer confirms he will challenge charges that he was driving with cocaine in his system.
Schools grappling with class 'splitting' as union flags industrial action Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
A nationwide teacher shortage affecting the ACT is causing huge teacher workloads and disrupting learning, as the union calls on the government to step up its pay and conditions offer.
Record jail sentence for Israeli money launderer after Sydney trial Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
Shabtay Yaacoby, 56, was sentenced today for laundering more than $50 million in scam funds.
With eight words, Tony Burke may have handed his opponents a campaign ad Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
It's possible that with eight words about migration, Tony Burke has handed his political opponents a campaign ad — and another reason not to reach a legislative compromise.
Police arrest three men in Wadeye over stolen Darwin RAAF base vehicle Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
Northern Territory Police have found a Ford Ranger hundreds of kilometres away after it was stolen from a Royal Australian Airforce base in Darwin earlier this week and arrested three men.
Nearly 1,700 sea dragons reported dead during SA's algal bloom Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
Dragon Search SA has studied reports of dead sea dragons made during the state's harmful algal bloom amid hopes of boosting numbers as breeding season nears.
Universities and students alarmed by immigration crackdown on families Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026
Higher education stakeholders say sweeping migration changes will jeopardise an export industry worth $55 billion, with international students likely to choose other destinations.
News from the BBC World Service
Remains found after wildfire identified as mother-of-three missing since 2019 Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 A 56-year-old man is arrested after the remains of Joanne Sheen were found in London almost seven years after she went missing. King Charles warns of 'existential danger' of AI falling into wrong hands Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 The comments were made at a summit in Scotland with participants from AI giants such as Nvidia, OpenAI and Anthropic. Interest rates held but Bank signals rise if energy prices stay high Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 Rates are held for the sixth time in a row but the Bank of England says high energy prices make a future rise more likely. Father's tribute to 'sweetest little boy' Noah Woods Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 Rhys Woods pays tribute to his three-year-old son and offers "deepest gratitude" for community support. Verified video shows wreckage of Saudi fighter jet shot down over Yemen Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 BBC Verify tracks down the location of a Houthi video showing the wreckage of an F-15 they claim to have shot down. Family of 'Putney pusher' suspect say he was innocent and blame police for his death Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 The family of Nicholas Brandram said there was no forensic evidence linking him to the incident. OpenAI reveals six more safety issues and unveils plan to disclose incidents Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 The firm also announced a new system to track, investigate and disclose cases of models misbehaving, or "misalignment". 'I can get more time': Breast cancer patient finds out she can get life extending drug Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 Patients in England with an incurable breast cancer can now access a life-extending drug on the NHS. Ed Sheeran asked me to donate $2m in aid, Robert Kraft says after Macklemore backlash Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 It comes after Macklemore pledged $1m to Palestinian causes, challenging the tycoon to match the sum. Watch: Hundreds of seized luxury goods up for auction in Singapore after $2.2bn money laundering case Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 The BBC goes inside a fortified storage facility to view luxury goods seized by police that are now up for auction. Balaclava boys on electric bikes: How to tackle the problem? Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 The sight of masked young men on electric bikes or motorcycles is becoming increasingly familiar - what can be done about it? Assad regime planned US journalist Austin Tice's kidnap for weeks, BBC finds Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 Austin Tice’s abduction was approved by Syria’s former leader Bashar al-Assad, a source claims. Steve Rosenberg: Russia's elections will have few surprises, but for the Kremlin they matter Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 There is no doubt over the outcome of this vote, but for the Kremlin they are still an important moment. 'My mother apologised': A survivor's journey after genital mutilation Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 Sara Kahsai was 29 when she found out she had FGM as a baby. 'My rent was higher than my student loan' - the booming cost of private halls Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 Private student halls are springing up in Scotland's cities in ever increasing numbers yet rents continue to soar. Mum's Facebook kidney plea prompts 'mind-blowing' gift from total stranger Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 A woman has undergone a lifesaving transplant after receiving a kidney from a stranger who saw her post on social media. Why caffeine makes some people buzz - and others barely notice Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 Scientists say it all depend on caffeine habits, lifestyle and one factor we have no control over: our genes. Uncontrolled AI could lead to 'silicon species' rivalling humans, Microsoft boss tells BBC Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 Mustafa Suleyman said rival firm Anthropic is treating AI like it is human, which could create technology that humanity cannot control. Klopp wants to 'reclaim' flag amid German elections Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 New Germany coach Jurgen Klopp says his team can help ensure "national pride is not entrusted to the wrong people" after a recent far-right election victory. Barclays workers ask for more money to return to the office Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026 Unite union, which represents 36,000 Barclays staff, calls for a one-off payment to offset increased travel and childcare costs.
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