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Norway's Crown Princess breaks silence on Epstein friendship Posted on Friday March 20, 2026
Norway's Crown Princess has told national TV that she had been "manipulated and deceived" by Jeffrey Epstein and wished she had never met him.Â
Breaking: Chuck Norris, film star and martial artist, dies aged 86 Posted on Friday March 20, 2026
In a statement, his family said they shared the news of his death with "heavy hearts".
Alice Springs prison guards go on 12-hour strike over 'unsafe' conditions Posted on Friday March 20, 2026
Alice Springs prison guards have taken industrial action, including a 12-hour work stoppage across the town's correctional facilities, over what they say are unsafe conditions.
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Bulldog Baker's brilliant goal seals thrilling win over fast-finishing Crows Posted on Friday March 20, 2026
The Western Bulldogs hang on to claim a thrilling six-point win over Adelaide, with a brilliant Oskar Baker goal clinching the win as the Crows stormed home.
Affordability mandate dropped from Qld housing supply scheme Posted on Friday March 20, 2026
The LNP government says the move is about cutting red tape and delivering homes more quickly but, Labor claims it will further reduce affordability.
Two men charged after violent assault of woman outside Darwin nightclub Posted on Friday March 20, 2026
Two men have been charged over an attack outside a Darwin nightclub where a female security worker was allegedly struck with a glass and kicked in the head while unconscious.
Giddey sets new Aussie NBA record as Bulls fall short of miracle comeback Posted on Friday March 20, 2026
Josh Giddey continues his remarkable form but it is not enough to give the Chicago Bulls a much-needed win.
Perth man who killed partner then set her alight to spend 24 years in jail Posted on Friday March 20, 2026
A Perth man who murdered his partner, a mother of four, before setting her on fire has been sentenced to life in prison with a non-parole period of 24 years.Â
Paramedic care 'below reasonable standard' in death in custody, coroner finds Posted on Friday March 20, 2026
A coroner has found paramedics failed to meet standards of care for a man who died from cardiac arrhythmia while being restrained by police.
Katherine braces for second major flood in two weeks as cyclone approaches NT Posted on Friday March 20, 2026
Just two weeks after its worst flood in almost 30 years, Katherine businesses are being sandbagged and a field hospital has been set up as locals brace for another major weather event.
Brisbane pull off grand final repeat in rematch with Storm Posted on Friday March 20, 2026
The stakes might not have been as high as last year's grand final but Brisbane followed the same script with a rollicking comeback win over Melbourne in the rematch of last year's decider.Â
More than 1,600 new gas wells approved for rural Queensland until 2081 Posted on Friday March 20, 2026
A major multinational gas venture has just secured federal approval to ramp up extraction in rural Queensland — locking in operations for the next 55 years.
Child sex abuse survivor 'vindicated' despite perpetrator walking free Posted on Friday March 20, 2026
A member of Melbourne's ultra-orthodox Jewish community now living in Israel says he feels vindicated and free despite his abuser walking free from court and avoiding more jail time.
Man convicted of newborn's manslaughter had assaulted infant years earlier Posted on Friday March 20, 2026
Robert Alan Gee, who has been jailed for the manslaughter of baby Michael Willmott, had in 2003 assaulted a 3-month-old girl in a different state.
Man found guilty of killing passenger during drug-fuelled road trip Posted on Friday March 20, 2026
A Supreme Court jury delivers a verdict in the case of two men charged over a string of public shootings on the NSW mid north coast in 2023. Â
Epworth releases details of hospital review after surgeon allegations Posted on Friday March 20, 2026
A South Australian health commissioner will lead the review of clinical governance at Epworth Hospital, after allegations a top gynaecologist performed unnecessary operations to remove endometriosis.
'Transitional moment': Leaders make final pitches ahead of SA election, One Nation leading Liberals in latest poll Posted on Friday March 20, 2026
The major parties have made their final campaign pitches to South Australian voters as a Newspoll survey puts primary support for One Nation at 22 per cent, ahead of the Liberals on just 16 per cent. One political analyst says it is a "transitional moment in South Australian politics".
Former childcare worker jailed for indecent treatment of child Posted on Friday March 20, 2026
A former childcare worker from Fiji is sentenced to jail for the indecent treatment of a child at a daycare centre in Queensland, and will be deported afterwards.
'Asking why honey is better than s***': Japan coach spins favouritism ahead of Matildas clash Posted on Friday March 20, 2026
Japan's coach says determining a favourite for the Women's Asian Cup final between his team and Australia is a matter for bees and flies.Â
Country footballer pleads guilty to trafficking $120k of cocaine, MDMA Posted on Friday March 20, 2026
A country footballer who "became complacent" and trafficked more than $120,000 of drugs will face the County Court after pleading guilty to all charges.Â
News from the BBC World Service
Iranian man arrested trying to enter Faslane nuclear base Posted on Friday March 20, 2026 A 34-year-old man and a 31-year-old woman were arrested at HM Naval Base Clyde, which houses UK's nuclear-armed submarines, on Thursday. Civil case against Gerry Adams over IRA bombings withdrawn Posted on Friday March 20, 2026 A lawyer for the claimants said on Friday that proceedings would be "discontinued". Work from home and drive more slowly to save energy, global body urges Posted on Friday March 20, 2026 People should change how they travel, work and cook to tackle the energy price crisis, the International Energy Agency says. Officer reportedly leaks location of French aircraft carrier with Strava run Posted on Friday March 20, 2026 The 35-minute workout reveals the vessel's location as it heads towards the Middle East, Le Monde reports. Tenerife hit by snow as Storm Therese brings wind and rain to Canary Islands Posted on Friday March 20, 2026 Authorities in Tenerife have activated their emergency plans with roads closed and events cancelled as weather warnings are in force. Lily Allen's West End Girl portrait goes on show at National Portrait Gallery Posted on Friday March 20, 2026 The painting by Spanish artist Nieves Gonzalez was used on the cover of the singer's latest album. British man accused of shooting partner in France Posted on Friday March 20, 2026 George Goodayle allegedly killed his partner Jayne Nicholson at their home in southwest France. Watch: Greg James completes Comic Relief challenge, raising more than £4m Posted on Friday March 20, 2026 The Radio 1 host cycled 1,000km (630 miles) on a tandem bike over the course of eight days. Norway's crown princess breaks silence, claiming she was 'manipulated and deceived' by Epstein Posted on Friday March 20, 2026 Crown Princess Mette Marit tells Norwegian TV she wishes she had never met the late sex offender. Iran warns UK letting US use bases is 'participation in aggression' Posted on Friday March 20, 2026 Iran's foreign minister urges his UK counterpart Yvette Cooper to end cooperation with the US. Trump makes Pearl Harbor remark in meeting with Japan's PM Posted on Friday March 20, 2026 President Trump compared US strikes on Iran to the deadly 1941 Japanese attack and declaration of war as part of World War Two. Watch: Netanyahu says idea Israel dragged US into Iran war 'fake news' Posted on Friday March 20, 2026 The Israeli PM has said no-one can tell President Trump what to do. Nearly 100 ships pass the Hormuz Strait - who is getting through? Posted on Friday March 20, 2026 Just under 100 ships have passed thorough the Strait of Hormuz since the start of March, according to data analysed by BBC Verify. Sir Chris Hoy says terminal cancer diagnosis taught him how to live Posted on Friday March 20, 2026 The six times Olympic cycling champion says a "bucket list" is less important than learning to appreciate special small things "in the moment". Sir John Curtice: Why Labour's Brexit focus has shifted from Leavers to Remainers Posted on Friday March 20, 2026 Will the pursuit of a closer relationship with the EU risk courting electoral disaster by alienating Brexit-backing voters? BTS return from military service - but does their album live up to the hype? Posted on Friday March 20, 2026 The band's 10th album sees them return to the rebellious, rap-heavy sound of their early days. What are the symptoms of meningitis and how is it spread? Posted on Friday March 20, 2026 Two people have died following an "unpredecented" outbreak of meningitis in Kent. Five members of my family drowned in a car. I want my surviving daughter to live life Posted on Friday March 20, 2026 Rioghnach McGrotty was four months old when she was rescued from a car that slid off a pier after a day at the seaside. Weekly quiz: How did this man accidentally turn himself blue? Posted on Thursday March 19, 2026 How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days? Traitors, Amandaland and Idris Elba - get set for Comic Relief Posted on Friday March 20, 2026 The charity telethon takes place on Friday night and will be hosted by Davina McCall.
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