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Trump threatens to invoke Insurrection Act over Minnesota anti-ICE protests Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
Such a move would allow the president to deploy troops to quell persistent protests in the city of Minneapolis, where two shootings connected to immigration crackdowns are fuelling public anger.
Pulp agree to Adelaide Festival show after apology to Randa Abdel-Fattah Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
Pulp had been among the acts prepared to boycott the festival over the cancellation of a slot with the Palestinian-Australian author at Adelaide Writers' Week.Â
Hong Kong fire killed 168 people in total, authorities confirm Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
The final death toll is seven higher than previously reported and comes months after the fire tore through the apartment complex.
'Night owls' less likely to find antidepressants effective: new study Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
A major Australian study finds standard antidepressants are not effective for around 20 per cent of people, who may need alternative treatments.
Millions of accounts culled days after social media ban started, data shows Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
More than 4.7 million Australian social media accounts have been deactivated since laws banning children aged under 16 took effect in December, according to data released by the government.
New low-security prison compound opened for female inmates in Darwin Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
A newly refurbished compound at the Darwin Correctional Centre will next week open to accommodate low-security female prisoners, giving them greater separation from men at the prison precinct.
Astronauts return to Earth in NASA’s first medical evacuation Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
A capsule carrying four International Space Station crew members has splashed down in the Pacific, bringing their mission to an end more than a month early.
SA ecologist resigns from algal bloom panels, citing government's 'adversarial' approach Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
South Australian ecologist Dr Faith Coleman has resigned from two state government algal bloom panels and criticised the state government's approach.
Premier announces review into Victoria's disastrous bushfires Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
Jacinta Allan vows to request a formal review of the state's disastrous bushfire season, following days of questions over issues like Country Fire Authority resourcing and the state's disaster preparedness.
Wikipedia is 25, but some old fights are still going Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
Wikipedia is celebrating 25 years of the online encyclopedia and the enormous impact its had, while looking forward to its future. But some controversies from the past refuse to die.
'Guerilla' Adelaide writers' festival could get council support Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
Adelaide City Council will consider supporting an alternative literary festival following the cancellation of the 2026 Adelaide Writers' Week.
Victorians in impact zones say bushfire relief payments confusing Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
Residents from Victoria's bushfire-affected areas say they are confused over disaster relief payments, with a number of people saying they have been rejected for relief despite experiencing hardship.
Negin wanted to be 'the voice of Iranians'. She was killed for it Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
Negin Ghadimi, a 28-year-old bio-electrical engineer who "wanted to be the voice of the Iranian[s]", was shot in the stomach and killed in anti-government protests last week, her bereaved uncle says.
Second fatal crane collapse tied to same Thai firm, minister says Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
A second fatal crane collapse in two days has been linked to the same construction company, a Thai minister says.Â
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Survivors of deadly Rottnest seaplane crash recall moments after impact Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
Jeremy and Patricia Connor have publicly thanked those who rushed to help after the one-year anniversary of the crash.
Driver's licence suspended after dog Lulu dies in alleged hit and run Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
A man's licence is suspended as police investigate the death of a dog in an alleged hit and run near Newcastle.
10-year wait for a home in Alice Springs as public housing sits vacant Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
Public housing in Alice Springs is sitting vacant and in disrepair while residents wait up to a decade to be allocated a home.
Teacher accused of 'pimping out' children to be drugged, assaulted Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
A Sydney school teacher accused of plotting the sexual assault of two children he was allegedly "pimping out" to another man is refused bail.
Police crack down on copper theft after crooks put 'whole community at risk' Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
Officers say Operation Whiskey Biome, targeting copper theft, has led to 33 people being charged.
Family remembers 'beautiful' three-year-old girl following horror truck crash Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
A three-year-old girl who suffered critical head injuries in a horrific multi-vehicle crash last week in regional Queensland has died in hospital, with her family remembering her as a "beautiful spirit".
News from the BBC World Service
Henry Zeffman: A huge moment for the future of the British right Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 It was Kemi Badenoch's belief that Robert Jenrick was about to make the ultimate leap to the right which has plunged the Conservative Party into turmoil. Iran judiciary denies plan to execute detained protester Erfan Soltani Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 The judiciary says Soltani is not facing charges carrying the death penalty, while a rights group reports that the execution has been "postponed". Astronauts return to Earth after first ever medical evacuation from space station Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 Four astronauts who left the International Space Station (ISS) a month early due to one of the crew members falling ill have returned to Earth on Thursday. Rift at top of the Taliban: BBC reveals clash of wills behind Afghan internet shutdown Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 The Taliban leader once warned of a split: A BBC investigation reveals how attitudes to women, the internet and religion are dividing the group at the very top. European military personnel arrive in Greenland as Trump says US needs island Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 France says a 15-strong French military contingent has arrived and more forces will be there in the coming days. Starmer does not rule out backing social media ban for under-16s Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 Many Labour MPs and officials privately expect the government to follow the Australia's example and implement a ban. Amol Rajan to leave Radio 4's Today programme Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 The presenter will continue to host University challenge and his Radical podcast for the BBC. TikTok star will not repay full extradition costs Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 Harrison Sullivan will not have to pay the full cost of the jet that police chartered to arrest him. Changes to flagship disability scheme don't go far enough, campaigners say Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 Charities say employers will still be able to certify themselves without employing "a single disabled person". New rules to make it easier to call up reservists for war Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 Reservists will remain on call for an extra decade, with a lower threshold for being called up. 'I carried my wife's body for an hour and a half' - BBC hears stories of protesters killed in Iran Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026 BBC Persian has received dozens of accounts from inside Iran. Defiant despite potential repercussions, the witnesses said they wanted to ensure the rest of the world knew of the violence against the protesters. Tehran morgue videos show the brutality of Iran's crackdown on protesters Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026 Distressing footage reveals nearly 200 bodies with one victim identified as young as 16. Starlink reportedly made free in Iran - but protesters are taking huge risks by using it Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026 The satellite technology has become a vital communications lifeline after the government shut down the internet last week. World Sports Photography Awards 2026 winner revealed Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 BBC Sport and the World Sport Photography Awards present a selection of the world's finest sporting images from this year's competition. Serial houseplant killer? Here's how to keep them alive Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 The three easiest plants to keep alive and how to make sure you keep them healthy all year round. Pitfalls loom as Trump's Gaza peace plan enters second phase Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 As the US announces the next of its plan to end the war, serious obstacles mean implementation will be difficult. Robert Jenrick: The Tory big-hitter ejected from party he wanted to lead Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 The former minister is looking for a new political home after being sacked by Kemi Badenoch. She's offered to share her Nobel with Trump. But what might Machado ask for in return? Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 Venezuela's opposition leader will meet with US President Donald Trump at the White House on Thursday. Why the UAE has incurred the wrath of Somalia Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 The government in Mogadishu has accused the UAE of undermining its sovereignty. How a British NFL trailblazer became a Super Bowl contender Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 After starting out in the British amateur game, Aden Durde is now two wins from the Super Bowl and could become the NFL's first British head coach.
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