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Tropical low expected in Far North Queensland next week, increasing cyclone risk in region still recovering after Jasper
The trough in the Gulf of Carpentaria is expected to turn into a tropical low next week, increasing the risk of a cyclone in a region still recovering after Jasper. ⌘ Read more
Judge gave 'too much weight' to national security in deciding if Bernard Collaery matters should be heard in open court
The protracted battle over secrecy in the now defunct prosecution of lawyer Bernard Collaery is finally over, five years after he was charged with breaching national security laws, with a redacted appeal ruling released. ⌘ Read more
Irish singer Sinéad O'Connor died from natural causes, coroner reveals
A tribute concert for Irish singers O'Connor and The Pogues frontman Shane MacGowan is planned for Carnegie Hall on March 20. ⌘ Read more
Fire risk prompts call to ban charging e-bike, e-scooter batteries inside apartments
Strata schemes grappling with the fire risk of lithium-ion batteries are also advised to ban modified and cheaper imported devices. ⌘ Read more
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour expected to stimulate $136 million of activity in Australia
With seven sold-out shows across Sydney and Melbourne, Taylor Swift mania is heading to Australia. ⌘ Read more
Adelaide woman fights for elective heart surgery amid long wait lists in SA public hospitals
A South Australian woman suffering a potentially fatal heart condition lodges a complaint with Adelaide’s biggest public hospital after it postponed her open-heart surgery amid mounting pressure on the state’s health system. ⌘ Read more
A Russian court 'banned something that doesn't exist', and it changed these peoples' lives
From today, the "international LGBT movement" will be considered an extremist organisation in Russia in a development that has sparked panic among many in the queer community but caused some to ask: has the court banned something that doesn't actually exist? ⌘ Read more
Here's a glimpse of the Earth's hottest year in pictures and charts
While it's already been called the world's hottest year, the full set of climate data up to December 31 shows global temperatures reached "exceptionally" high levels in 2023. ⌘ Read more
Plans to make 'inciting animosity' towards sex offenders a criminal offence faced a backlash — now it's being scrapped
It was described as a "slap in the face" for victim-survivors, who feared that a new law making it an offence to incite animosity towards child sex offenders would harm their ability to speak out. ⌘ Read more
Why a 'living funeral' was the right decision for John and his partner in the face of death
As John Gilius's partner came closer to dying from terminal cancer, the couple decided to mark the event in a very special, and very joyous, way. ⌘ Read more
Taiwan's defence ministry mistranslates alert, falsely says China launched missile
The Taiwanese defence ministry mistranslated an alert into English, saying China had launched a missile instead of a satellite and urging caution days before the island’s elections. ⌘ Read more
Macron appoints youngest and first openly gay French prime minister
French media is reporting he will replace Elisabeth Borne, who resigned earlier this week. ⌘ Read more
David Bowie celebrated in Paris with street honouring his legacy
The sign was unveiled on what would have been the musician's 77th birthday. ⌘ Read more
Childcare worker refused bail after allegedly detaining two children in WA
A 28-year-old woman faces court after allegedly attempting to detain two children, aged two and six, while walking her dog in Exmouth. ⌘ Read more
'I am not liked': Top-ranked Aussie woman says decision not to give her AO wildcard feels personal
Arina Rodionova says Tennis Australia will be "celebrating" because she will not play the Australian Open after missing out on a wildcard and losing in qualifying. ⌘ Read more
Teacher becomes overnight celebrity after discovering Boeing door plug in backyard
Bob Sauer, a science teacher in Portland, Oregon, discovered the Alaska Airlines door plug sitting among the trees in his backyard. ⌘ Read more
Near the epicentre of Japan's New Year's Day earthquake, locals are still looking for loved ones under the rubble
An enormous earthquake hit Japan on New Year's Day, initially prompting fears of a deadly tsunami on the country's west coast. Wajima is one of the worst hit cities on the remote Noto Peninsula. ⌘ Read more
Proposal for tough new liquor restrictions in Kimberley region not 'uniform', shire presidents say
The Western Australian Liquor Licensing director has given liquor retailers in Broome and Derby until February 23 to explain why the government should not implement new restrictions that have drawn criticism for a lack of uniformity between the two towns. ⌘ Read more
Scientists creating dictionary of saltwater croc sounds capture reptilian 'love song' on tape
Spouting water, hissing and blowing bubbles might not work for humans on the dating scene, but according to Sunshine Coast researchers, for saltwater crocodiles it's a different story. ⌘ Read more
Aussie trio score wins in Adelaide as Australian Open prep heats up
Jordan Thompson, Christopher O'Connell and Alex Bolt all cruised through to the second round in Adelaide in straight sets. ⌘ Read more
South Korea parliament passes bill to ban the eating and selling of dog meat
The landmark bill will make the slaughtering, breeding, trade and sale of dog meat for human consumption illegal from 2027, ending the controversial centuries-old practice. ⌘ Read more
Massive crowds of Phillippine Catholics swarm statue of Jesus Christ believed to have healing powers
Authorities estimate 2 million devotees will join the Black Nazarene procession for the centuries-old tradition. ⌘ Read more
Surfer takes himself to hospital after shark bit his leg
A man has been injured from a shark bite in South Australia's Eyre Peninsula. ⌘ Read more
Dog shot dead by police after attack on officer as she was arresting man in Perth
Police shoot dead a dog that attacked an officer and a male suspect during an arrest in the eastern Perth suburb of Stratton. ⌘ Read more
Russian billionaire blames Sotheby's for losing millions paying mark-ups for Picasso, da Vinci artworks
Sotheby's has defended itself, saying it knew nothing of wrongdoing by an art buyer who advised the billionaire on buying works that he was playing secret mark-ups on. ⌘ Read more
Police quarters ransacked, compound raided as specialist cops deployed to troubled NT community
Just weeks after a man was shot with a compound bow, specialist tactical officers have been deployed to the remote community of Wadeye to try to quell violent unrest. ⌘ Read more
New variants drive NSW to 'highest level of COVID in a year'
NSW has seen the highest level of COVID in a year with two variants being behind the bulk of cases, as the health department urges those infected with the virus to stay home. ⌘ Read more
The Iconic promises refunds after rise in fraudulent transactions on customer accounts
Online retailer The Iconic has vowed to refund customers who have been left out of pocket by thousands of dollars after their accounts were compromised and fraudulent orders were made without their permission. ⌘ Read more
Man accused of hosting child exploitation website arrested after Taskforce Argos tip-off
A 25-year-old man faces court charged with numerous child exploitation offences after he was arrested in South Australia as part of a police investigation prompted by information from Queensland's Taskforce Argos. ⌘ Read more
Enquiries underway after dead koalas found dumped on cardboard boxes in Victoria's south-west
A Portland resident was horrified to find a dead koala dumped on the side of a dirt road. But then two days later, two more were found at the same location. ⌘ Read more
Three people arrested over suspicious death of 19-year-old Yiel Gatluak near Alice Springs
NT Police have arrested three people in relation to the death of Yiel Gatluak, whose body was found on a remote road near Alice Springs on New Years Day. Police say they are treating his death as a homicide. ⌘ Read more
From Hot Cross Buns to Handel, NSW festival proves the recorder is more a noisemaker for school kids
The unsung hero of the baroque world, and the bane of parents across the country, has a welcoming home at the Australasian Recorder Festival this week. ⌘ Read more
NRA boss turned gun rights group into 'Wayne's World', lawyer says at New York corruption trial
New York Attorney-General Letitia James had sued the NRA and its longtime leader in August 2020, saying the group diverted millions of dollars to fund luxuries for top officials, including travel expenses for Mr LaPierre to several resorts. ⌘ Read more
Ecuador under state of emergency after powerful drug lord 'Fito' escapes maximum security jail
The notorious Los Choneros gangster Jose Adolfo Macias escaped on Sunday, marking his second prison break in 10 years. ⌘ Read more
Second person charged with man's alleged murder in Western Australia's South West
A second man has been charged over the alleged murder of Raymond Smith, who last week was found dead on the outskirts of a small town in WA's South West. ⌘ Read more
Tasmania's health 'crisis' laid bare in ambulance dispatch screenshot
A screenshot of a dispatch system showing all ambulances either ramped or otherwise unavailable is presented by a union as further evidence of the worsening "crisis" in southern Tasmania's health system. ⌘ Read more
A 'critical' fuel leak means the first US Moon landing in decades appears doomed. Here's how it has played out
A private company's Peregrine lander appears unlikely to complete its original mission after running into issues on its way to the Moon. ⌘ Read more
Alcoa to halt production at Kwinana alumina refinery with loss of hundreds of jobs
Hundreds of workers are set to lose their jobs as Alcoa announces it will phase down production at its alumina refinery in Perth's south. ⌘ Read more
Comedian Jo Koy says he won't let the scathing response to his Golden Globes gig get him down
Comedian Jo Koy says he took on the job no-one wanted and didn't have enough time to prepare. ⌘ Read more
Time's running out to find one of Australia's most wanted men believed to be in Greece after fatal stabbing
NSW Police are launching a global appeal to find James Dalamangas after it is believed he fled Australia following the fatal stabbing of Sydney man George Giannopoulos in 1999. ⌘ Read more
Elderly man accused of murdering wife excused from court due to infection and delirium
A 91-year-old Adelaide man accused of murdering his wife, Maria Dimasi, at their suburban home in December, is excused from his court hearing after a magistrate heard he is suffering from illness. ⌘ Read more
They’ve survived for 120 million years, but scientists aren't sure Queensland’s sea turtles will see the next millennia
Home to almost all the world's marine turtle species, Queensland researchers say there's real concern for the survival of these ancient species. ⌘ Read more
Police offer $500k reward in bid to crack cold case disappearance of WWII veteran
Leslie Ball was 71 years old when he went missing in 1993. More than 30 years later, police are urging anyone with information to help them bring closure to his family. ⌘ Read more
At least 11 injured in suspected gas leak explosion at Texas hotel
Footage showed rubble and debris scattered outside a Fort Worth hotel, in central Texas, with investigators believing there has been a gas leak. ⌘ Read more
Not-so-retired couple write book for kids in desperate need of education
This couple started writing picture books for children who have never seen one before. Now, they are building them a kindergarten too. ⌘ Read more
Wales rugby union great JPR Williams dies aged 74
One of rugby's greatest ever fullbacks, Wales and Lions legend JPR Williams, has died aged 74. ⌘ Read more
Inquiry launched after female police officer found dead at Port Adelaide station
SA Police says the sudden death at Port Adelaide Police Station on Monday afternoon is not thought to be suspicious, but will be subject to a coronial investigation and a Commissioner's inquiry. ⌘ Read more
United Airlines finds loose bolts on grounded Boeing 737 MAX 9 jetliners
The American airline says it found "installation issues" on some jets which were inspected after a mid-flight blowout on an Alaska Airlines plane. ⌘ Read more
Da’Vine Joy Randolph has a decorated career but it's her latest role in the Holdovers that's sparked Oscars chatter
Da’Vine Joy Randolph is an early Oscar contender for her role in the Holdovers, which gives a complex voice to a grieving mother. ⌘ Read more
Former Marvel actor Jonathan Majors says he deserves second chance following assault conviction
In his first interview since his December conviction over charges he assaulted his former girlfriend, Majors said he wants to act again, after Marvel Studios dropped him. ⌘ Read more
Calling all Schitt's Creek fans: Dan Levy's new movie might just break your heart
The directorial debut of Schitt's Creek creator and star Dan Levy sees the actor's character Marc navigating the stormy waters of grief, with help from his friends. ⌘ Read more
Myanmar junta 'seems incapable of turning the tide' in north-east as military surrenders city notorious for scam operations
Myanmar's military government cedes control of the capital of the self-administered Kokang region in the country's north-east, the most significant defeat for the junta since an alliance of three ethnic-based rebel armies launched an offensive on October 27. ⌘ Read more
Cane toads are slowly marching across Australia. What's the most humane way to kill them?**
Scientists says bludgeoning the invasive pests with a golf club or running them over with a car isn't just cruel — it's also potentially dangerous. ⌘ Read more
Five rescued after being trapped in Slovenian cave for more than two days
Five people became stuck in the Križna Jama cave in south-west Slovenia when water levels rose inside and blocked the way out. ⌘ Read more
German football loses a legend, World Cup winner Franz Beckenbauer dies aged 78
One of just three men to win the FIFA World Cup as a player and a coach, legendary West Germany defender Franz Beckenbauer dies aged 78. ⌘ Read more
Secret handshakes, symbolism and riding goats: Dispelling myths about the Freemasons
A look behind the doors and pillars of Freemasonry in far north Queensland. ⌘ Read more
Live: ASX in for 'very positive' start after strong session on Wall Street, Black Friday retail sales data ahead
The Australian share market is set to follow Wall Street's positive session overnight, led by gains in major tech companies and positive inflation expectation figures out of the US. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Australian artists aim for the Moon as lunar time capsule launches careers in space
A memory card containing 30,000 artworks, including some choice pieces by Australians, is off to the Moon in a time capsule expected to last 10,000 years or more. ⌘ Read more
French Prime Minister resigns as President Emmanuel Macron reboots final presidency term
Élisabeth Borne, France's second female prime minister steps down, suggesting she resigned at Mr Macron's request, amid controversial immigration laws. ⌘ Read more
Live: Victorian towns brace for more flooding after record deluge
Residents in the northern Victorian town of Rochester face an anxious wait, with flood levels expected to peak this morning. It comes after flooding in the state's central region yesterday. Follow our live coverage. ⌘ Read more
How one businessman fell for a phishing scam which saw thousands lost to a local tobacconist
Hours after replying to a message he thought was from Australia Post, Jonathan saw hundreds of dollars being taken from his bank account by another local business. He says his experience with the bank and police left him feeling defeated. ⌘ Read more
Will 2024 finally be a happy new year for the Australian economy?**
We were all wishing each other a happy new year last week. But will it really be in an economic sense, or will most Australians continue to struggle? ⌘ Read more
The Australian Open shines a light on Australia as a nation — both good and bad
The Australian Open has shone a spotlight on Australia as a nation for decades, showing the changing face of Australians and our place in the world. It has, however, not always revealed a pretty picture. ⌘ Read more
How the iron lady of Bangladesh just tightened her grip on power
Once a pro-democracy icon, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has won a fifth term in Bangladesh. But her critics say she's taking the country down a dangerous path. ⌘ Read more
Australians have ditched the sedan for the SUV. Should government intervene to reverse the trend?**
Australia has a big car habit, and those cars often cause more road damage, pollute more and pose greater road safety risks. But advocates for reform say current tax laws actually incentivise Australians to buy big. ⌘ Read more
Regional Victorians brace for flood peak expected to inundate homes as townships evacuate
The Campaspe River is forecast to peak above the major flood level in the Central Victorian town of Rochester this morning, following days of recording-breaking rain across the state. ⌘ Read more
Cases of a bacterial chest infection common among children are on the rise. Should parents be worried?**
NSW reports more than the average number of patients presenting with mycoplasma pneumonia for this time of year. ⌘ Read more
How a cross-dressing, cabaret entertainer captured clubland in 1930s Sydney
Nellie Small hit the Sydney scene wearing top hats and tails, on and off stage, and was "never apologetic" about who she was. Her forgotten story and legacy is now being told at the Sydney Festival. ⌘ Read more
They're ticklish, help the environment and can even sniff out landmines. Have we got rats all wrong?**
Rats have a reputation for being disease-carrying vermin. But some experts say this is overshadowing the intelligence and potential of some rat species. ⌘ Read more
Thanasi Kokkinakis out of Adelaide International in first-round loss ahead of Australian Open
Thanasi Kokkinakis has crashed out of his hometown Adelaide International after suffering a first-round loss to Serbian party-crasher Dusan Lajovic. ⌘ Read more
Israel kills senior Hezbollah commander in 'painful strike' on southern Lebanon
It comes as US Secretary of State Antony Blinken continues his tour of the Middle East, seeking to kickstart concerted peace efforts he says are necessary to prevent the violence from spreading to the wider region. ⌘ Read more
Scams help drive 'unsustainable' increase in complaints about banks and finance firms
Complaints about scams to Australia's financial dispute resolution scheme nearly double in one year, amid warnings it is putting "unnecessary pressure" on the independent umpire. ⌘ Read more
Kim Jong Un believed to have turned 40, but North Korea continues its silence on his real birthday
The birthdates of his father and grandfather, Kim Jong Il and Kim Il Sung, who preceded him as rulers, are national holidays in the authoritarian state, but the government has never confirmed the exact date of Kim Jong Un's birth. ⌘ Read more
Sydney man vows to continue flying Palestinian flag despite 'terrifying' bomb threat
A Sydney man has recalled the moment he discovered a fake bomb attached to his vehicle after he erected a Palestinian flag outside his home. ⌘ Read more
Sales of liquor to be restricted in two WA towns from next month under proposed new rules
The Director of Liquor Licensing issues a show cause notice to liquor retailers in Broome and Derby to provide reasons why they should not implement the stringent new restrictions from February 23. ⌘ Read more
First US lunar lander in more than 50 years rockets toward the Moon, carrying miniature cars and human remains
Pittsburgh-based Astrobotic Technology aims to be the first private company to successfully land on the Moon, something only four countries have accomplished. ⌘ Read more
Pressure mounts for ACCC inquiry into alleged supermarket price gouging amid claim farmers paid 1978 prices
Grocery prices rose and major supermarkets made billion-dollar profits last year, but Bundaberg farmer Trevor Cross fears rock-bottom produce prices will force him to leave the industry he loves — and there are many others like him. ⌘ Read more
Widow questions if ambulance patients were prioritised over husband who died waiting hours in hospital
Tony Eccleston went to an Adelaide hospital for a suspected blood clot and after nine hours in the waiting room, he died. ⌘ Read more
Golden Globes key moments: From Oppenheimer to Jo Koy. Hits and misses from the ceremony
Oppenheimer wins five awards at the Golden Globes, Barbie only takes away two out of its nine nominations, and Jo Koy's opening monologue panned. Here are the key moments from the Golden Globes. ⌘ Read more
Man in custody after reports of multiple gunshots at rural WA property
Police are investigating an alleged shooting incident that occurred today at a rural property in West Australia's south. ⌘ Read more
Investigation underway after bantam rooster abandoned in charity bin in Adelaide
An animal welfare authority is launching an investigation after a bantam rooster was dumped inside a charity bin in Adelaide's south-west. ⌘ Read more
This father and son live in different states but stay connected through their mullets
For Bevan White and his son Mitch, the mullet is what bonds them. When Mitch moved interstate the pair made a pact to keep growing their mullets as a way of feeling close to each other. ⌘ Read more
Deadly beetle infestation found in trees at popular wedding photo venue in Kings Park
Authorities are removing a number of Moreton Bay fig trees at Kings Park to prevent the spread of a deadly beetle infestation. ⌘ Read more
Beds burnt, doors smashed down in riot involving 27 inmates at Alice Springs prison
Corrections Commissioner Matthew Varley says an immediate review will be held into the riot, which is the second incident at the prison in a fortnight. ⌘ Read more
A search is underway for a Boeing plane's missing door 'plug' after a mid-air blowout. Here's what we know
People in the city of Portland are asked to look out for a door 'plug' which investigators want to examine over a blowout on a Boeing 737 MAX 9. ⌘ Read more
Maldives suspends three deputy ministers for insulting Indian PM
The three Maldives deputy ministers labelled Narendra Modi a "clown", "terrorist" and a "puppet of Israel", leading to prominent Indians calling for compatriots to boycott holidaying in the archipelago. ⌘ Read more
Former world number one backs De Minaur to improve 'surprising' major record with finals appearances
Former world number one Pat Rafter has endorsed the new and improved Alex de Minaur as an Australian Open final contender after the 24-year-old's rise to world number 10. ⌘ Read more
Kimberley Mineral Sands begins exporting product as cultural heritage concerns rise
The first export shipment of mineral sands from the Thunderbird Project arrives in China as a traditional owner calls for further land clearing suspensions at the mine after the discovery of a direction stone. ⌘ Read more
Four Brisbane teens, including 15-year-old girl, charged after live streaming alleged joy ride in stolen car
The teenagers, including a 15-year-old girl, have been charged and are due to face court. ⌘ Read more
'I'm aware this sounds a bit ridiculous': No kidding, as council battles to get goats off a highway
A flock of feral goats causing safety issues on a busy highway north of Hobart has resulted in three government agencies passing the buck on what to do — with a council manager admitting he is "aware this sounds a bit ridiculous". ⌘ Read more
Woman accused of murdering elderly parents rearrested after alleged bail breach
Raelene Polymiadis, who is accused of murdering her elderly parents by allegedly injecting them with her own medication, is rearrested after she allegedly breached her bail conditions. ⌘ Read more
Record smashed as storms deliver six months' worth of rain in Broken Hill
The outback city received close to half its average yearly rainfall total on the weekend. ⌘ Read more
Live: Residents in Victorian town urged to evacuate as state hit by heavy rain, flooding
Victoria has been battered by heavy rain and flooding, with residents in parts of the town of Seymour in the state's centre urged to evacuate. Follow our coverage live. ⌘ Read more
Unlicensed driver faces court over Victorian crash which killed 12yo
Jordan Kenyon, the unlicensed driver of a car involved in a fatal collision near Geelong which killed at 12-year-old girl, is remanded in custody. ⌘ Read more
As more people move to the regions looking for a new life, these artists went bush in search of utopia
Ten artists were tasked with getting to know the communities in regional Western Australia and produce artwork that both challenged and reflected the places they visited. Here's what they came back with. ⌘ Read more
Golden Globes red carpet: Gothic chic and pops of colour — see all the looks
Awards season is kicking off in Los Angeles as the 81st Golden Globes Awards gets underway, with TV and film stars rocking fancy frocks on the red carpet. ⌘ Read more
Reports of injuries and child passenger from Lizard Island plane crash
Several rescue helicopters have been dispatched to the remote Great Barrier Reef Island after reports a plane overshot the runway. ⌘ Read more
Live: Stars arrive on Golden Globes red carpet as Barbie, Oppenheimer lead nominees
The Golden Globes are underway in Beverly Hills, with the best in film and television to be crowned. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Girius has built a giant needle. It's putting stranded whales out of their misery
In his home workshop, Melbourne engineer Girius Antanaitis designed a way to help stranded whales who could not be saved. He wants to use his skills to make the world a better place, especially for wildlife. ⌘ Read more
Live: ASX to open flat as traders watch for interest rate hints
The Australian share market is set to open flat when trading begins, despite Wall Street ending on a positive note last week. Follow the day's events and insights as they happen with our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. ⌘ Read more