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Live: Trump to host Xi at lavish White House dinner with tech leaders Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026
The pair have discussed Iran, Taiwan, AI and issues on the Korean Peninsula at bilateral talks in Washington in what is their eighth face-to-face meeting.
Insane catch helps South Africa beat Australia in one-day clash Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026
Marco Jansen takes a catch that needs to be seen to be believed, halting Australia's spirited chase of 298 in the process.
Sydney's '$78 million question': Why two wharves still have no ferry service Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026
Since early last year, two grand ferry wharves have sat on picturesque pieces of headland in Sydney's Kamay Botany Bay National Park ready to welcome boats.
What keeps Fremantle's purple army going? Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026
Struggling for success and on the cusp of what might be a maiden flag, Fremantle supporters reflect on what's kept them going.
Fiji's HIV epidemic is surging and babies are paying the price Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026
Fiji has free testing and treatment to prevent mothers passing HIV to their babies. Last year, 59 babies were infected anyway, and 18 died before they turned one.
Live: Albanese to urge world leaders to band together on AI Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026
The prime minister will use a speech to the UN to say the world can only confront the breakdown of international rules and the challenges posed by AI if leaders band together. Follow live.
Famous Maremma guardian dog penguin project under threat Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026
Warrnambool's Maremma guardian dogs, as seen in the movie Oddball, have not stayed a night on Middle Island for two years.
$500m Adelaide University merger squeezed by international student cuts Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026
The new Adelaide University is not on track to meet its international student targets and is staring down tens of millions in lost revenue, with the federal government's migration clampdown squeezing the business case for the newly merged institution.
Police officer in marked vehicle killed in Sydney crash Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026
A police officer has died after a marked vehicle she was travelling in crashed into a tree in Sydney's inner west.
NSW Planning fails to consult key agencies over data centre gas plant Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026
The NSW Department of Planning has admitted it made an error when it skipped consultation with key agencies regarding a proposal for a major gas plant to power data centres.
Socceroos vs Brazil, everything you need to know Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026
Everything you need to know as the youthful Socceroos take on a Brazil team on the rebuild under legendary coach Carlo Ancelotti in Queensland, with international friendlies in Townsville and Brisbane.
Each rate rise locking aspiring homebuyers out for a decade, study finds Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026
Each standard interest rate increase could be locking close to 30,000 households out of home ownership, some of them for a decade or more.
Poland Starlink fire labelled 'sabotage' as Denmark warns of Russian threat Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026
The fire in central Poland engulfed the power station and backup generator, but the site is now operating normally.
Number of days social homes sitting vacant in Queensland rises dramatically Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026
State government data has revealed social homes were sitting vacant for an average of 42.7 days in the 12 months to June, up from 25.1 days in the same period last year.
After 200 years, a 'brutal' hanging is being marked Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026
Tasmanians have marked the executions of two Aboriginal men, nicknamed Dick and Jack, on the 200th anniversary of their deaths.
As fuel costs escalate again, regional Australia is hurting Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026
Regional industries and communities are feeling a "disproportionate impact" of rising bowser prices, a policy expert says.
The AFL's gut feel to Neale's gut punch leaves fans dazed and confused Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026
It was the AFL's Folarin Balogun moment, and the decision to let Lachie Neale play in the grand final has left many seeing red.
Scientists probe connection between deadly frog disease and coal wastewater Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026
A study on the impact of chytrid fungus disease in Royal National Park frogs raises questions about regulation of coalmine wastewater.
Frontline services warn of AFL grand final domestic violence risk Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026
The AFL and NRL grand finals are a time of celebration for many Australians, but experts warn it can be a period of heightened risk for domestic violence.
Majority of AFP complaints dismissed without investigation, figures show Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026
The AFP is using discretionary powers to "finalise" the majority of allegations against officers without investigating, despite repeated warnings from the national watchdog, an inquiry has revealed.
News from the BBC World Service
Watch: Why has Trump been so eager to welcome Xi? Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026 President Donald Trump has been talking about Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit for months, the BBC's Sarah Smith looks at why. Anti-migrant activist charged after dinghy slashed in Channel Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026 Anti-migrant activist Daniel Thomas is charged in connection with an incident in the English Channel. White House restores access to media outlets banned by Trump after judge's order Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026 Lawyers for CNN, Politico and MS Now are seeking an emergency court hearing, saying the White House "repeatedly violated" the order. Netanyahu defends Israeli military actions in Middle East in UN speech Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026 Dozens of delegates walked out in protest as he took the podium, with the Israeli leader labelling them "moral cowards". Poland says fire at Starlink station is sabotage as Denmark warns of rising Russian threat Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026 The satellite station is used in part to provide internet coverage to neighbouring Ukraine, the government says. Man jailed for two years over throwing bottle at Portsmouth migrant protest Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026 Del Somerville, 42, pleaded guilty to violent disorder following an overnight protest at Eastney. 'We are living a constant nightmare,' mother of poison seller victim tells hearing Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026 Tanya Whitaker broke down before she spoke of how her son Samuel's death had devastated her family. Ex-England striker Andy Carroll reveals he was sexually assaulted in 2021 Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026 Former England striker Andy Carroll reveals he was sexually assaulted in 2021, by a man who has subsequently been jailed for three years. Crashed RAF jet steered to 'avoid built-up areas' before pilots ejected, commander says Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026 Gp Capt Gez Currie said the pilots are in hospital, and their families are with them. Sex offender bailed to flat overlooking playground Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026 Victims of Zapher Dogen were living close to the 32-year-old, who admitted multiple offences. Rapper Macklemore announces 'Free Palestine' tour after Ed Sheeran fallout Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026 Proceeds from the tour, which begins in Dublin next month, will go to organisations supporting Palestinians, he says. Why Australia chose the world's biggest political stage to reveal OpenAI hack Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026 Australia, which has strict social media restrictions and has proposed controls on algorithms and smart glasses, announced the breach at the UN. Drinking at football matches - would fans welcome it? Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026 Andy Burnham has long championed a repeal of the ban which prevents football supporters from drinking alcohol in the view of the pitch. But do fans even want it? I couldn't live with the agony of migraines anymore but my GP called me dramatic Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026 Lauren had to abandon her career in the NHS after being left "in agony" due to her migraines. Watch: Spain's housing crisis in focus after eviction of 87-year-old woman Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026 The tenant of the flat in the Retiro area of central Madrid, Maricarmen, was unable to pay her rent set after it was increased by an investment firm. 'I can't see it stopping' - Middlesbrough's young men discuss gangs after A66 crash Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026 Last month's deadly A66 crash shone a light on organised crime and opportunities for young people in Middlesbrough. As AI hacks ramp up, are we back in big tech's 'move fast and break things' era? Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026 Despite promises to make safe AI, examples of bots behaving badly are now coming at us thick and fast. 'Make women feel seen': Why the Dutch have a new word for labia Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026 Campaigners hope the new words will lead to less body shaming and more sex positivity. Firm fined £1m after man killed by window that fell from luxury penthouse Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026 Mick Ferris was crushed when the 130kg window fell from The Corniche building in Vauxhall. German prosecutors investigate 105-year-old for crimes at Nazi PoW camp Posted on Thursday September 24, 2026 The suspect is alleged to have been an accessory to murder at the Stalag 326 camp, where tens of thousands of Soviet PoWs died.
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