WorldNSW’s ‘erratic’ bushfire threatens homes as residents shelterSmoke from the fire can be seen across an area spanning hundreds of kilometres in NSW.18 Dec 10:54 PM
WorldBritain ramps up naval support for Ukraine to ‘keep Kyiv in the fight’The initiative is part of a 10-year security pact to be signed soon with Ukraine.18 Dec 10:36 PM
WorldTwo toddlers die after mum leaves them in 50C car for nine hoursConley was sentenced to nine years behind bars after pleading guilty to manslaughter.18 Dec 10:13 PM
WorldExplainer: How can Catholic priests bless same-sex unions?The Catholic Church teaches that marriage is a lifelong union between a man and a woman.18 Dec 09:27 PM
World'My deepest regret': Parenting advice YouTuber pleads guilty in child abuse caseAllegedly, the abuse occurred while Franke was influenced by a relationship counsellor.18 Dec 09:05 PM
World'Dramatic shift': Pope Francis allows priests to bless same-sex couplesThe radical shift in policy is aimed at making the church more inclusive.18 Dec 08:19 PM
World'Home for Christmas': Alex Batty makes first public comment since miraculous returnAlex was reunited with his grandmother, who is his legal guardian.18 Dec 07:19 PM
WorldGaza conflict, African coups, and the Morocco earthquake - the year in world newsFrom the Middle East to central Africa, this year saw growing tensions around the world.18 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldChild, 7, stranded on hospital roof as flood emergency grips QueenslandEx-Tropical Cyclone Jasper is causing record flooding in far north Queensland.18 Dec 12:49 AM
WorldWatch: Shocking moment toddler steals package from family's front door'The way that child is being coached right now, that child does not have a bright future.'17 Dec 11:05 PM
WorldWhat's inside Hamas' tunnel network?Anyone moving in from the light becomes a perfect silhouette deep in the Hamas tunnels.17 Dec 10:26 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldMore than 100 members of this Gaza clan have been killed in warNew York Times: Family trees have been dismembered, and whole branches obliterated.17 Dec 10:13 PM
WorldIsrael faces new calls for truce after killing of hostages raises alarmIsrael’s government is facing calls for a ceasefire from its closest European allies.17 Dec 09:57 PM
WorldAlex Batty twist: Inside the secret life of kidnapped UK teen missing for 6 yearsA French family has revealed stunning fresh details about missing UK teen Alex Batty.17 Dec 09:19 PM
WorldUkrainian drone video provides grim look at casualties of warRussian forces press forward in bid to capture the town of Avdiivka in Ukraine.17 Dec 08:36 PM
WorldNo respite from Jasper as Queensland faces widespread flash floods20 rain gauges in the region had recorded more than a metre of rainfall.17 Dec 05:42 PM
WorldCairns airport under water, planes submerged as flash floods hit QueenslandMeanwhile, a young girl fights for her life after being struck by lightning.17 Dec 10:05 AM
WorldPrisoner poured boiling water over ‘vulnerable inmate’ then beat and raped himThe victim was left with physical and mental scars from the attack.17 Dec 06:21 AM
New ZealandNo more NZ citizens or residents trying to leave Gaza - MfatOne citizen left overnight via the Rafah crossing into Egypt, says Winston Peters.17 Dec 04:56 AM
WorldMore than 60 migrants feared dead after boat sinks off Libyan coastHigh waves are believed to have swamped the boat and drowned migrants.17 Dec 04:21 AM
WorldAlex Batty returns to UK after being missing for six yearsAlex Batty had been living a nomadic lifestyle in Spain, Morocco and France.17 Dec 02:34 AM
WorldRishi Sunak warns: Hostile states will ‘drive’ migrants to UKSunak says lack of action against illegal crossings would lead to growing numbers.17 Dec 01:17 AM
WorldKuwait’s ruling emir, Sheikh Nawaf Al Ahmad Al Sabah, dies at age 86The health of Kuwait’s leaders remains a sensitive matter in the Middle Eastern nation.16 Dec 08:50 PM
WorldOhio Black woman criminally charged after miscarriageThe size and stage of development of the foetus became an issue during court case.16 Dec 07:50 PM
WorldCommunications blackout and spiralling hunger compound misery in Gaza StripInternet and telephone lines are still inaccessible two days after going down, says group.16 Dec 07:34 PM
WorldIsraeli hostages mistakenly killed had been waving a white flag - military officialAnger over the mistaken killings is likely to increase pressure on the Israeli Government.16 Dec 07:14 PM
WorldWatch: BBC newsreader swears at camera during rude countdownA presenter was seen pointing her middle finger while appearing to pull a face at someone.16 Dec 07:42 AM
WorldRudy Giulani loses $238 million lawsuit to election workers over 2020 vote liesTwo election workers sued for lies Giulani spread that bred racist threats and harassment.16 Dec 04:54 AM
World'If I can’t have them neither can you': Dad pleads guilty to drowning his three kidsJason Karels killed his kids after sending a note to his estranged wife.16 Dec 03:05 AM
WorldWhat happened to the boy abducted by his mother and found six years laterTeen had been 'kidnapped' on a family holiday six years ago.16 Dec 02:59 AM
WorldTesla driver to pay US$23k in restitution after fatal crashTesla recalled nearly all vehicles sold in the US at same time as driver's court hearing.16 Dec 02:23 AM
WorldIsraeli military says it mistakenly killed three hostages in GazaIsraeli troops found the hostages and erroneously identified them as a threat.15 Dec 10:13 PM
LifestylePrince Harry was victim of phone hacking by newspapers, judge rulesThe Duke has been awarded $287,500.15 Dec 07:50 PM
World'Killing spree': Duo kill 3600 eagles to sell on black market for 'significant sums'The black market has been a long-running problem for US wildlife officials.15 Dec 04:24 AM