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Nick Reiner will not face death penalty over parents' killings, prosecutors say
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

Nick Reiner is accused of murdering his father, famous Hollywood director and actor Rob Reiner, and his mother Michele.

China tightens travel restrictions on its own citizens amid AI race with US
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

China has imposed travel restrictions on its citizens, including exit bans on those deemed to endanger the country's "industrial or technological security".

The US has admitted deploying weapons in space and China is sounding the alarm
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

The revelation by Washington confirmed an open secret but the timing of the announcement risked exacerbating tensions with Beijing and the risk of a weapons race in space.

'Complete failure': UK baby killer inquiry findings handed down
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

British nurse Lucy Letby was able to murder seven babies because of a "complete failure" to protect babies at the hospital at which she worked, and some of the deaths could have been avoided, the chair of an inquiry has said.

Russia and Ukraine trade energy strikes, as NATO downs drone in Lithuania
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

The US president declared both sides would refrain from striking energy-related targets as petrol and diesel prices rise.

'Disgusting': Leaders condemn alleged Islamophobic attack on bus
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

The Special Envoy to Combat Islamophobia says the "victim pool" is getting younger, after a Muslim girl was allegedly called an "immigrant mutt" and a "terrorist" on a Sydney bus last week. A man was charged on Tuesday.

Impact of colonisation on First Nations people far greater than previous estimates, research finds
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

Australia's Indigenous population was up to seven times larger before colonisation than previously estimated, but was devastated following the arrival of Europeans, new research reveals.

Western Renewables Link passes planning hurdle as cost review ordered
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

The Victorian premier orders a cost assessment of the controversial Western Renewables Link hours after the planning minister approves its environment effects statement. 

Aussie fashion brand Cue Clothing falls into receivership
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

Sydney-based fashion business Cue Clothing Co, which operates Cue and its sister brand Veronika Maine, has entered receivership.

ODI live scores: Australia faces Zimbabwe in first of African series
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

The Australian men's team's journey to the highly anticipated Test series against South Africa starts in Harare with the first of three ODIs against Zimbabwe. Check out the live scores and stats in our ScoreCentre.

Mother's videos of dying toddler may be used to train junior doctors
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

The mother of two-year-old Pippa White, who died in a NSW Hospital after diagnosis and treatment delays has welcomed the prospect of videos of her symptoms being used to train doctors.

Detective had three theories about Queensland mum's 1998 disappearance
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

A former Queensland police officer who led an investigation into missing mother Joanne Butterfield has told a coronial inquest he cannot recall why there was no DNA analysis of her personal belongings.

SA school charged after student hurt in hammer-throw incident
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

SafeWork SA has lodged criminal proceedings against Christian Brothers College over a 2024 athletics incident in which a student was struck with a hammer-throw ball.

Thirty years after doctors removed her gonads, this woman finally has answers
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

When Linda Brodie gave birth to her baby, it was a "joyous moment", but a decision made soon after to undertake surgery changed her daughter's life.

Minister 'very confident' private maternity care will return to Darwin
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

Private maternity services could soon make a long-awaited return to the Northern Territory — but a shortage of health staff in Darwin has cast doubt on how long it might take.

Three-year-old girl dies after being hit by car in Western Sydney
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

Police were told the girl was hit by a car while it was entering a driveway in Western Sydney.

Analysts warn of 'uncontrolled demand destruction' as oil forecast to hit record high
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

With no sign of de-escalation, there is a higher risk the expanding Iran war will push oil prices even higher than the level it reached during the global financial crisis in 2008.

Cowan warns BBL privatisation could 'spiral out of control'
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

Former Australian Test opener Ed Cowan believes the Big Bash League is already attracting the game's biggest star without private investment. 

'AI hallucinations' scuttle parole board's gag order on convicted murderer
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

Tasmania's parole board has failed in a bid to keep in place a ban on a convicted murderer speaking to the media because its argument in the Supreme Court cited case law that was "hallucinated" by AI.

Teens in court over Perth Zoo attack on crocodile
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

Police say the teens, aged 16 and 17, allegedly cut the locks of a crocodile enclosure before one of them struck the reptile on Sunday night.



News from the BBC World Service

Baby 'cot cams' plan after inquiry finds Lucy Letby crimes could have been prevented
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

Plans will be "urgently" developed for live-streaming cameras after an inquiry report into Lucy Letby's crimes.

The key findings and recommendations from the Lucy Letby inquiry
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

Former nurse Lucy Letby is serving 15 whole-life prison terms for murdering seven babies and attempting to murder seven more.

Dan Thomas resigns as Reform Wales leader after arrest on suspicion of assault
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

Thomas said he has done nothing wrong as Gwent Police confirms arrest on suspicion of assault.

Former England footballer Raheem Sterling admits dangerous driving on motorway before crash
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

The former England winger crashed a Lamborghini into motorway barriers in May.

Ed Sheeran says it was 'not my decision' to drop Macklemore from tour
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

The star says tour promoters took the decision, after Macklemore made pro-Palestinian statements on stage.

Iran war has led to US munitions shortfalls, Pentagon inspector confirms
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

The inspector also found a bottleneck in resupply, despite President Donald Trump's claims that US supplies are "virtually limitless".

Denmark says Russian warship fired flares at military helicopter
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

The Danish prime minister has accused Russia of "reckless" behaviour, while the Kremlin is yet to comment.

State pension likely to top £13,000 a year as UK wage growth slows to 3.9%
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

The increase has reignited the debate about the state pension's long-term affordability and generational fairness.

Trump criticises Supreme Court after justices block mail-in ballot restrictions
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

The president assailed the justices for blocking his plan to allow delivery of ballots only to voters on lists of citizens.

Two dead after car hits group of pedestrians
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

A vehicle hit four people before colliding with two cars on White Rose Way in Doncaster, police say.

Harry and Meghan change children's school over security concerns due to traffic
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

It is understood that the couple's private security team had cited concerns about difficulties in making the school run route secure.

An inquest verdict at last - but many mysteries remain about Noah Donohoe's death
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

After years of delay, the jury has reached a verdict but some questions remain unanswered over what happened to the 14-year-old.

Letby failings go beyond one hospital - the whole system has been found lacking
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

Inquiry chair Lady Justice Thirlwall set out how the culture of the health system created the conditions that enabled poor care and criminality.

Satellite image reveals major damage that shut crucial Saudi oil pipeline
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

Experts tell BBC Verify the pipeline's closure could cut oil supplies by as much as 3.6 million barrels per day.

What weapon could the US have put into space?
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

The announcement by the US points to a developing field of modern warfare in the Earth's orbit.

I was paid thousands to start a new life in small town America
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

Relocation schemes offer support for people who want to swap big cities for a cheaper, quieter life.

Pokémon fans prepare for 'biggest day in a decade'
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

Collectors are eagerly awaiting the first release of the 30th anniversary Pokémon trading cards.

From Marilyn Monroe to Sabrina Carpenter - Bob Mackie's designs in pictures
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

Beyoncé, Cher, Elton John and Miley Cyrus have all worn Mackie's glittery ensembles.

Watch: Helicopter hovers feet from cliff face during rescue
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

The video shows a helicopter holding steady mere feet from a cliff face in the Sierra Nevada mountains while a rescue team secures an injured climber.

'My son was failed' - Noah Donohoe inquest finds tunnel errors possibly contributed to death
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

The nine jury members, who had 10 questions to answer, returned their verdict on Tuesday at the end of an inquest which began in January.



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