Pennsylvania shooter killed 8 people, then himself
Two children and a pregnant woman are among the victims of a mass shooting that's left nine people dead in the US state of Pennsylvania.
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Three found guilty of killing Aussie surfers in Mexico
Three men have been found guilty of murdering Australian brothers, Jake and Callum Robinson during a surfing trip in Mexico in 2024.
Flydubai co-pilot likely radicalised in Australia: UAE
The UAE attorney general says there are signs an Omani pilot was drifting towards "extremism and terrorism" while he was studying in Australia in 2017.
‘Tragedy’: woman, child die after car crashes into dam
A community is reeling after a woman and a 10-year-old girl died when a car crashed and landed upside down in a dam on their way to a school pick-up.
Reality TV star set for Supreme Court bail application
A former reality TV star facing domestic violence charges will again apply for bail and take his fight to the Supreme Court.
Verdict nears over Australian surfers’ Mexico killings
The trial of three men accused of killing two Australian brothers and their American friend during a 2024 surfing trip to Mexico is near a verdict.
Karl settles podcast dispute days before court date
A high-profile former TV show host embroiled in controversy since his shock departure has avoided a potentially ugly day in court, settling a podcast dispute.
P-plater bailed after horror crash into Newcastle fans
An 18-year-old driver has been granted bail after a car ploughed into a crowd who were farewelling the Newcastle Knights ahead of the NRL grand final.
Palmer’s lawyer ‘flees’ after $34 million fraud claim
Mining magnate Clive Palmer's former solicitor faces an arrest warrant after being accused of defrauding his billionaire client to buy real estate and gold.
Two men charged with alleged $3m Medicare, NDIS rorts
Two men have been charged after fleecing the NDIS and Medicare out of millions as part of a joint fraud taskforce.
Fort Hood shooter execution to be livestreamed: Hegseth
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth says the public will be able to watch the firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan on December 3.
Andrew search warrants quashed, UK police accept error
UK police who searched the properties of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and seized his property have agreed the search warrants were unlawful, a judge says.
Two more charged with murder over house party bashing
A total of 11 people have been charged with the murder of a 21-year-old man who suffered "significant head injuries" after a party erupted in violence.
Woman charged after boys ‘exposed to noxious substance’
A woman has been accused of exposing two boys to a noxious substance and been charged with two counts of attempted murder after being released from hospital.
Accused Islamic State member back in the community
An accused terrorist supporter will not be allowed to use encrypted messaging apps as part of his strict bail conditions.
‘Lie’: teen denies milking Jones for financial support
A man who was allegedly indecently assaulted by Alan Jones as a 17-year-old has denied trying to deceive the radio giant over several years.
Palmer’s fugitive nephew guilty of contempt of court
A judge says no weight can be given to Clive Mensink's "self-serving" claims about being unable to return to Australia to discuss Queensland Nickel's collapse.
‘Insane’: child-abusing monk lauded by supporters
A head monk who betrayed the trust of six young girls and their families when he lured them away with lollies at his temple has been jailed.
Cop’s gunshot intent questioned with victim wound photo
A jury will determine whether a gunshot wound to the head can prove former police officer Beau Lamarre-Condon shot his ex-partner "execution-style".
US executions go on, after botched lethal injection
A man has been executed by lethal injection in Texas, amid questions following the survival of death row inmate Christa Pike, who's now regained consciousness.
Bail refused as reality TV star denies strangling wife
Former Bachelor star Sam Wood has been refused bail after his lawyer detailed his denials to domestic violence allegations.
Illegal tobacco shops shut amid national clamp down
Amid a widespread crackdown on illegal tobacco, a senior police taskforce member says the black market cigarette trade doesn't appear to be slowing down.
‘Our hearts are broken’: family, force farewell officer
A promising young police officer who was loved and respected by her peers has been laid to rest and awarded posthumous medals for her distinguished service.
Bishop’s victims praised for bringing down powerful man
A Vatican investigator says the conviction and sentence of a powerful former bishop is a good result for the Indigenous victims he abused at boozy barbeques.
Detective reduced to tears over discovery of slain men
Emotions have run high in a courtroom as a detective recounted how she identified two bodies as those of Beau Lamarre-Condon's alleged victims.
‘Tragic’: dad charged, mum struggling after baby dies
A father was alone with a baby at the time he suffered alleged injuries and took his son to hospital but was "surprised" when charged with murder, police say.
Andrew accuses UK police of ‘taking personal items’
The former Duke of York has claimed officers removed "private and confidential material" unconnected to the investigation into his conduct.
Protesters rally outside controversial weapons expo
About 2000 anti-war protesters have marched against a Land Forces defence industry exhibition displaying the latest weapons of war.
Police force rolls out new-generation Tasers
Police in a crime-troubled territory are rolling out new-generation Tasers with longer range and the option to fire 10 probes without the need to reload.
New York state of mind for crime crackdown pledges
Politicians have drawn on New York-style crime prevention plans to resonate with voters at a state election as youth violence continues to make headlines.
Mother cleared of killing son and daughter admits fraud
A woman once accused of killing her two adult children, including one with a drug-laced smoothie, has been sentenced for fraudulently accepting welfare.