Coroner probes death of newborn baby in hospital
The death of a baby five days after an emergency caesarean is being probed by a coroner to determine if the boy could have been saved.
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ICC charges Duterte with crimes against humanity
Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte is accused of being an "indirect co-perpetrator" in the murders of dozens of alleged criminals.
ABC cops $150k fine as judge slams caving to lobbyists
The ABC has been fined $150,000 for unlawfully firing a host over a post on the Gaza war after a judge urged employers to hold fast against lobbying campaigns.
Trump would-be Florida golf club assassin found guilty
A man found lurking at US President Donald Trump's Florida golf club with the intention of assassinating him tried to stab himself as a jury found him guilty.
Sobs in court as family sees video of bus pinning teen
A bus driver who fatally struck a teen pedestrian claimed the steering column blocked his brake pedal but investigators were unable to recreate this in tests.
Stricken police hailed in restaurant gas leak tragedy
Authorities are investigating the cause of a tragic gas leak at a restaurant that killed a man and left six others hospitalised, including five police officers.
Major charge dropped for nurse in anti-Israel video
A charge that a nurse threatened to kill Israeli patients while working at an Australian hospital has been withdrawn by prosecutors.
Tough legislation strengthens the war on vapes
Six-figure fines, jail time and new powers for health authorities will be introduced as a state cracks down on illegal tobacco and vapes.
‘It starts to hurt a lot’: big toll of deaths, manhunt
As the manhunt for an accused killer enters a fourth week, a relief package for businesses impacted by the search will be a drop in the ocean for many.
Elderly woman on bail over assisted death drugs probe
An 81-year-old woman has been granted bail after being accused of telling an undercover operative about supplying animal euthanasia drugs to kill people.
Ex-teacher’s alleged child abuse web searches revealed
Searches for movies depicting sexual abuse will form part of the evidence alleging a former elite private school teacher has a sexual interest in children.
US judge dismisses terrorism charges against Mangione
A judge has dismissed terrorism charges against Luigi Mangione in New York state's case over the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
A-League captain allegedly exploited ties in bet scam
Former Macarthur Bulls soccer players who deliberately picked up yellow cards have pointed the finger at their captain for exploiting their relationship.
Prosecutors seek death penalty for accused Kirk killer
A 22-year-old man accused of assassinating Charlie Kirk has been charged with murder as prosecutors revealed texts he allegedly sent after the shooting.
Former commando denied bail over drugs and gun charges
A former elite soldier accused of possessing 45 grams of meth was caught up in a police raid while trying to buy drugs for his own use, a judge has heard.
Child abuse web searches may be autofill, teacher says
A former teacher can't recall searching for child abuse online but says a graphic search in his internet history may have been filled automatically.
Huge manhunt under way for armed fugitive
Police are hunting a fugitive accused of shooting a man and fleeing the scene of a crash, warning that he is armed, dangerous and should not be approached.
Woman freed on bail over fire that killed two children
A mother who left three children aged under five at home alone minutes before a fire engulfed the property and killed two girls has been freed on bail.
Smith accused of supplying cocaine to fellow NRL star
Star NRL player Brandon Smith has been swarmed by media as he faced drug and betting charges for the first time.
Shock jock Jones’ alleged public sex abuse revealed
Former radio powerhouse Alan Jones is accused of indecently assaulting his alleged victims in public places including restaurants and the Sydney Opera House.
Suspect in Kirk killing ‘feared being shot by police’
The 22-year-old man charged with killing Charlie Kirk was afraid of being shot by police and agreed to surrender as long as it was peaceful, a sheriff says.
Assisted deaths probe: charity accused kept behind bars
A business owner is accused of taking money in exchange for giving animal euthanasia drugs to a 43-year-old former chef who was paralysed from a car crash.
‘Dangerous’ fugitive captured after weapons haul seized
A manhunt spanning more than 1000km is over after a fugitive was located and charged by police following a public appeal for assistance.
Retired MP backs rapist ex-colleague as victims lament
A disgraced politician guilty of sexual abuse while in office extinguished the dreams of his victims, leaving them living in fear, a court has been told.
Coercive control laws defended despite few charges
Coercive control laws are on the right track, officials say, despite just nine charges being laid since the legislation took effect a year ago.
‘Bit light’: NRL star’s verdict on lying cop’s sentence
A judge found an ex-police officer who lied at the trial of former Origin forward Jack de Belin was suffering severe mental health issues at the time.
Parents’ emotional plea after newborn’s hospital death
Thea Flaskett deserved better care than she received before her death in a hospital, the newborn's heartbroken parents say.
Teens in custody after being charged murder of two boys
Investigators continue to gather evidence into the alleged slayings of two boys walking home from basketball, as seven teens face murder charges.
‘A martyr for freedom’: Trumps hails Kirk at memorial
US President Donald Trump has praised Charlie Kirk as a "great American hero" at his memorial in Arizona.
Calm urged as prosecutors mull death in custody brief
The family of an Aboriginal man who died in custody has expressed frustration over a months-long investigation into the incident amid calls for calm.
‘Monster’ jailed for killing partner in violent attack
A woman with a disability who was killed by her "pure evil" partner in a brutal bashing was barely recognisable afterwards, her daughter says.