Brothers wanted for murder after woman chased, shot
Two brothers accused of murdering a woman on a suburban street were questioned and released without charge before they fled interstate, police say.
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Man denied bail on warrant for woman’s suspected murder
Police are seeking the extradition of a man who allegedly evaded a murder warrant for almost 18 months before finally facing court.
New Orleans killer backed IS, slammed music and alcohol
A man who ploughed a truck into New Orleans revellers was "100 per cent inspired" by Islamic State and had made recordings condemning music and alcohol.
‘We are safe’: worry after air crew allegedly attacked
Alleged attacks on two Australian flight crews in Fiji has left locals worried about the impact the news would have on tourism for the Pacific nation.
Investigation as child’s body found after caravan fire
An investigation is under way after the body of a child was found following a caravan fire.
Man released without charge after woman falls to death
A man is free to return home after being arrested in connection to the death of a woman who fell from his balcony.
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Veteran who killed 15 in New Orleans inspired by IS
Authorities don't believe an army veteran was acting alone when he rammed a truck flying the Islamic State flag into New Orleans revellers, killing 15 people.
Fiji ‘tarnished’ after alleged assault on flight crew
As a probe continues into the alleged theft and sexual assault of two Virgin Australia crew, a Fijian MP says such incidents damage the nation's reputation.
Ten killed in Montenegro shooting, gunman dies
Montenegro is in three days of mourning after a gunman shot dead 12 people, including two children, after a brawl at a restaurant.
Death toll rises to 15 from New Orleans truck attack
The death toll from a deliberate truck crash in New Orleans has risen to 15, according to officials.
S Korea presidential aides offer to resign amid crisis
Key aides of impeached South Korean leader Yoon Suk-yeol including his chief of staff and national security advisor have tendered their resignations.
Court approves arrest of impeached South Korean leader
Impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol faces detention after a court issued a warrant for his arrest.
Charges laid after police shot at in suburban pursuit
Charges have been laid after shots were fired at police during a high-speed suburban pursuit, sparked by an apparent botched gangland hit.
Festival drug arrests as pill testing trial starts
One person has suffered a drug overdose at a festival hosting the start of a pill testing trial, while two men have been charged for trafficking.
Trump loses appeal of E Jean Carroll defamation verdict
US President-elect Donald Trump has lost his appeal of the multi-million dollar E Jean Carroll defamation verdict.
‘Domino effect’ could unlock national sex offender list
A state law could pave the way for the development of a publicly accessible national sex offender register, the parents of Daniel Morcombe say.
Accused getaway driver charged after targeted murder
A gunman remains at large after police charged his associate for not revealing his identity after he allegedly shot dead a man in his driveway.
Knife-wielding man Tasered and shot by police
A man is in a serious but stable condition after being shot by police following allegations he threatened officers with a fishing knife at a suburban business.
Youth pastor killed by shark while fishing with family
A man has died after being attacked by a shark while on a fishing trip with his family in the Keppel Bay Islands National Park.
Two men wanted after woman chased and shot
Police have released images of two men who could assist investigators after a woman was found dead from a gunshot wound in a suburban street.
CCTV footage released as police hunt woman’s killers
Police have released footage of a suburban street as they appeal for information after a woman was chased and fatally shot by two men.
Cambodian opposition leader sentenced to two years jail
A Cambodian court has convicted an opposition party leader of inciting social disorder and sentenced him to two years in prison.
Julian Assange marks first Christmas since release
Wikileaks founder Julian Assange has marked his first Christmas since his release from prison in a rare photo shared by his wife Stella Assange.
Alec Baldwin’s movie manslaughter case dropped
Alec Baldwin's lawyers say he's been vindicated after prosecutors dropped an appeal so he won't be tried for manslaughter over a fatal shooting on a movie set.
New Year’s show goes on but fireworks loom in train row
Millions of people can enjoy Sydney's world-famous New Year's Eve fireworks after a union and government paused a pay fight during the holidays.
Biden commutes sentences almost all death row inmates
President Joe Biden is reducing the sentences of 37 of the 40 death row inmates so they can't be executed when Donald Trump returns to the White House.
Australia to send ex-fighter pilot to Trump-led system
A former fighter pilot's Australian family is considering its options after condemning the "inhumane" approval of his extradition to the US.
Tributes flow after woman ‘chased and shot’ by two men
The sister of a woman allegedly chased down and shot at by two men has issued a heartfelt plea, leading tributes for the 23-year-old victim.
Homicide probe after woman chased and shot by two men
Police are hunting for two men after a woman was found dead from a gunshot wound in a suburban Queensland street.
Pharmaceutical giant sued over ‘ineffective’ cold drugs
Pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson is facing a class action concerning cold and flu medication known to be "ineffective".
Bali Nine return reshines light on ending death penalty
The execution of two Australians for drug smuggling in Indonesia has refocused a spotlight on how the nation co-operates with countries using the death penalty.