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Terror probe launched after explosive drone found at German cargo hub
Terror probe launched after explosive drone found at German cargo hub
After the drone was discovered, a diverted plane hit an unidentified object while climbing away from the airport.
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Sun's swirling surface captured in spectacular detail by world's largest solar telescope
We've never seen the Sun in this much detail before
The highest-resolution imagery of the Sun's surface ever taken reveals dizzying currents, and clues about our star's magnetic fields.
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Ousted PM Sheikh Hasina vows to leave exile and return to Bangladesh where she faces a death sentence
Exiled Bangladesh PM vows to return despite facing death sentence
The 78-year-old fled to India in August 2024 by helicopter at the height of the student-led uprising that toppled her government.
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What the success of 'Michigan Mamdani' says about the future of the Democrats
What the success of 'Michigan Mamdani' says about the future of the Democrats
Abdul El-Sayed has defeated Haley Stevens in the Democrats' Michigan primary race, the AP projects. The result that is expected to shape the party's messaging to voters and how it responds to Donald Trump ahead of November's crucial midterms.
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At least 17 dead in Kyiv as Zelenskyy calls for more air defences
At least 17 dead in Kyiv as Zelenskyy calls for more air defences
The director of a factory supplying drones to the Russian military was also badly injured when his car exploded, according to Russian reports.
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National Indigenous Fashion Awards recognise international collaboration, ties to family and country
Top designers recognised at 2026 National Indigenous Fashion Awards
A unique partnership between a remote Northern Territory women's centre and an art studio in India has been recognised at in this year's prestigious National Indigenous Fashion Awards.
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WA's NAPLAN results encouraging for year 9s, concerning for year 3s
WA's NAPLAN results trigger 'concern' for year 3s
Western Australia's NAPLAN results show 40 per cent of year 3 students are struggling with numeracy, but year 9 students are out-performing the national average in every category this year.
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Alleged murderer Justin Bukulatjpi to remain in custody as lawyers struggle to find suitable bail location
Murder accused to remain in custody as lawyers struggle to find suitable bail location
A 20-year-old man charged with murder will remain in custody for at least another month after the Northern Territory Supreme Court again adjourned his bail application because lawyers were unable to find a suitable location.
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Mount Barker District Council orders Forest School SA to cease operating due to safety risks
Kids' outdoor program halted as council raises safety concerns
The Mount Barker District Council has ordered Forest School SA to immediately cease activities citing "significant concerns".
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Former Football Australia boss David Gallop weighs in on Gianni Infantino's World Cup debacle
'Stink bomb': Former FA boss Gallop lashes Infantino
David Gallop was Football Australia CEO when Gianni Infantino took over the FIFA presidency from the corruption-stained run of Sepp Blatter, he says Infantino's World Cup proposal stank.
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Australian cricket coach Andrew McDonald says no tour matches before 2027 India Test series
Australia's coach says no tour match ahead of India Test series
Australia's Test side will opt for a training camp rather than tour matches when they play India in a five-match series next year, according to coach Andrew McDonald.
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At least four people killed in fiery head-on crash on Stuart Highway, near Marrakai
At least four people killed in fiery head-on crash on NT highway
Authorities say the crash on the Stuart Highway, near Marrakai, claimed the lives of everyone involved, and "appears to have been a high-speed head-on collision", with both vehicles catching fire.
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Omar Musa wins 2026 Miles Franklin Literary Award for Heart of Darkness 'critique', Fierceland
Novel taking on controversial palm oil industry wins $60,000 literary prize
Malaysian Australian author Omar Musa has taken out the Miles Franklin Literary Award with his second novel, Fierceland, set between Malaysian Borneo and Sydney.
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Northern NSW rescue helicopter contract in jeopardy after hospital probe
Rescue helicopter contract in jeopardy after parliamentary inquiry
NSW Ambulance is being urged not extend contracts with Northern New South Wales Helicopter Rescue Services unless it is satisfied with ongoing workplace safety.
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Tony Modra medical record access probe expands to ninth staff member, SA Health says
Tony Modra medical record probe expands to extra staffer
Another staff member is being investigated for allegedly inappropriately accessing the private medical records of AFL legend Tony Modra, SA Health says.
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ICAC told Jean-Claude Perrottet worked for right-wing Reformers while on the clock for Liberal MP
Perrottet's brother admits factional work while employed by MP
The brother of former NSW premier Dominic Perrottet says he undertook factional work while on the clock for another MP in his first appearance before a corruption inquiry.
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Hawthorn's Nick Watson's goal rush puts him third in Coleman medal race
Hawks' Wizard looking to pull off Coleman medal shock
Swans recruit Charlie Curnow remains the frontrunner to win this year's Coleman medal for top goal-kicker, but the 170cm Nick Watson is still a chance to pull off a shock feat.
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Gold Coast pub assault victim in coma as accused refused bail
Gold Coast pub assault victim in coma as accused refused bail
Police allege Haami Makiroa Burns Prescott approached Ross Burckhardt in the car park of the Coomera Boathouse Tavern on Sunday and punched him in the face.
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Federal Labor MP Luke Gosling set to be prosecuted by Commonwealth DPP to avoid perceived conflict of interest
Labor MP Luke Gosling set to be prosecuted for assault by Commonwealth DPP
The Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions is set to take over the case against Federal Labor MP Luke Gosling, to avoid a perceived conflict of interest within the Northern Territory Director of Public Prosecutions.
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Australia's largest contiguous sheep station in SA sold to billionaire Adelaide businessman Charlie Shahin
Australia's largest contiguous sheep station sold to Adelaide businessman
Nearly 1.3 million hectares of the South Australian outback has been bought by billionaire Adelaide businessman Charlie Shahin, whose family founded the OTR petrol station and convenience store network.
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Racism inquiry hears of hurtful 'white fraud' comments and Tasmanian Aboriginal division
When this photo was posted online the racist commentary began
A national inquiry into racism, hate and violence towards First Nations people has come to Hobart to hear from the state's Aboriginal groups and people with lived experience of racism.
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Families of long-term missing people face years of uncertainty and limited support
'Forever left wondering': Families of missing people struggle without answers
For more than a decade, Cathy Wood has searched for answers about her father's disappearance. She is one of thousands of Australians living with the pain of an unresolved loss.
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Driver killed in collision with truck in front of police cars at Appin
Driver dies after crashing into truck in front of police cars
Police say a driver who died after colliding with a truck at Appin was about 50 metres in front of two police vehicles using lights and sirens.
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Two men sentenced to life in prison for murdering Caboolture grandmother Donna Howe
Two men sentenced to life in prison for murdering Caboolture grandmother
Two men who murdered Donna Howe in an "act of extreme cowardice" at her home before discarding her body "like rubbish" have been handed life sentences.
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Jacob Greig enters guilty plea for manslaughter of teen at Wilton
Chef pleads guilty to manslaughter of drug-affected teen near campsite
Jacob Greig has pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of a 15-year-old boy he stabbed during a confrontation near a Wilton campsite in 2024.
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Super Netball players sign one-year collective players agreement for 2027
Pay war on ice as Australia's netball stars sign truce
Australia's Super Netball players will receive better pay and more time off under a new 12-month deal, but they eventually want a revenue-sharing model.
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Sexual harassment complaint against former NT Supreme Court judge to proceed
Court clears way for sexual harassment complaint against ex-NT judge
The Federal Court has ruled sexual harassment allegations against a former NT Supreme Court judge can proceed, rejecting an argument that too much time had passed since the alleged conduct more than a decade ago.
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Melbourne man charged with grooming, raping WA girl he allegedly met online gaming
Melbourne man extradited to Perth over alleged grooming, rape of girl
Police say the 31-year-old met the teenage girl through social media and an online game, before he allegedly flew to Perth and sexually assaulted her last year.
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