Alleged newborn murder victim had ‘myriad’ injuries
The police case against a father accused of murdering his newborn son involves extensive medical evidence and multiple agencies, a magistrate has been told.
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Threats to Chinese dance group linked to PM bomb scare
A bomb scare at The Lodge that prompted the prime minister's evacuation has been linked to threats made to Chinese dance group Shen Yun.
UK police conclude search at Andrew’s former home
British police have ended their searches at Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's former home, Royal Lodge, after his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
Nightmare case leaves innocent man dead, duo locked up
Police have confirmed a body dumped near a local golf course was that of Chris Baghsarian, an 85-year-old grandfather kidnapped in a case of mistaken identity.
‘Means everything to us’: parents’ plea on missing boy
The parents of missing boy Gus Lamont have issued an emotional appeal, pleading for anyone who knows what happened to their son to come forward to police.
Lomax’s Storm switch delayed further as boss eyes Vegas
Zac Lomax's NRL return will be delayed again as Melbourne Storm's boss prepares to jet off to Las Vegas right before the winger's fate is hashed out in court.
‘Unguided missile’: fatal crash doctor learns sentence
An obstetrician who was drunk and enraged when he crashed his supercharged car at 116km/h on a suburban street, killing a woman, has been sentenced to jail.
‘Unguided missile’: fatal crash doctor fuelled by hate
A doctor who crashed his sports car at 116km/h while drunk, killing a woman, was an "unguided missile" suffering a mental crisis over his marriage breakdown.
Lomax legal wrangle ends Storm boss’s NRL trip to Vegas
Melbourne Storm's chairman will face a courtroom grilling instead of enjoying the NRL opener from a luxury Las Vegas lounge as a battle over Zac Lomax heats up.
Death of drug boss triggers killing spree in Mexico
Dozens of people have been killed in Mexico amid widespread violence that erupted after the killing of Sinaloa drug cartel boss 'El Mencho'.
Son of slain Rob Reiner pleads not guilty to murder
Nick Reiner, the troubled son of slain Hollywood filmmaker Rob Reiner, has pleaded not guilty to murder charges related to the fatal stabbing of his parents.
Former UK envoy Mandelson arrested in Epstein probe
Former British ambassador to the US Peter Mandelson has been released from custody after being arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
‘Horrified’: childcare giant’s abuse scandal response
Australia's largest for-profit childcare operator began overhauling hiring even before a former worker was charged with sexual abuse, an inquiry has been told.
Bondi attack inquiry to map plan to curb religious hate
Focusing on anti-Semitism is a necessary first step to improving social cohesion, says the head of the royal commission launched after the Bondi terror attack.
Israeli settlers torch and deface a West Bank mosque
Israeli settlers have allegedly attacked a West Bank mosque at a time when Muslims are observing the holy month of Ramadan.
Andrew ‘had taxpayers fund his massages and travel’
Former prince Andrew charged British taxpayers for massages and excessive travel costs while working as trade envoy, retired civil servants have told the BBC.
‘Not ready’: teen’s struggle with ex-MP’s alleged abuse
A man who claims to have been sexually abused as a teen by an ex-MP has said the event was hard to process for his young mind.
Homicide cops probe ‘distressing’ mental hospital death
A union is renewing its calls for action on staffing and safety concerns as police investigate the death of a patient at a mental hospital.
Bush searched as fears grow for kidnapped grandfather
The mistaken abduction of a grandfather for 10 days has baffled investigators as they scour dense bushland for clues to track him down.
‘Do better’: family’s powerful message after DV murder
The loved ones of a woman murdered by her ex-partner in a jealous rage have challenged men to do more to combat domestic violence.
Man jailed for dragging tied-up roo along country road
A man who caused severe deformities to a kangaroo by dragging it along a road has been jailed by a magistrate who cited his lack of remorse.
Mexican drug lord killing sparks revenge attacks
One of Mexico's most notorious drug lords, 'El Mencho', has been killed in a military raid, sparking a violent reaction from the cartel.
Ex-PM ensnared in legal battle over Higgins scandal
Ex-staffer Fiona Brown will mediate with the federal government after alleging she was let down by an ex-Prime Minister in the wake of Higgins' rape claim.
UK protection officers guarded Epstein dinner party
Royal protection officers assigned to the former prince Andrew allegedly guarded a dinner party at disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein's New York home.
Armed man shot and killed at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago
An armed man who was shot dead trying to breach the perimeter of Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort has been described by family as quiet and averse to guns.
Royals keep calm and carry on amid Andrew crisis
The royal family is carrying on with duties as usual, as police continue to search Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's previous home of Royal Lodge, after his arrest.
Car fires tied to grandfather’s mistaken kidnapping
Police believe two suspicious car fires could be linked to the kidnapping of a grandfather, who investigators say was taken in a case of mistaken identity.
Call for more action after synagogue gates rammed
Urgent and stronger action is required after a utility was reversed into the gates of Brisbane's main synagogue, Jewish community leaders say.
Kate makes first public appearance since Andrew arrest
British Princess Kate has made her first public appearance since the arrest of former prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.
Jewish leader condemns ramming of city synagogue
A Jewish leader has called for the passing of contentious laws targeting antisemitism after a man was charged for an alleged attack on a synagogue.
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UK considers removing Andrew from royal succession line
The British government will mull new legislation to remove Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from the line of royal succession.