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.
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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.
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.
‘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.
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.
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.
Glove found near Nancy Guthrie’s home linked to suspect
A glove containing DNA found near missing Arizona woman Nancy Guthrie's home appears to match those worn by her suspected kidnapper.
Bondi shooter speaks as ‘onerous conditions’ outlined
The surviving gunman from the Bondi Beach terror attack has faced court for the first time on 15 murder charges, uttering his first public words.
‘Hell of a fight’: family update after club stabbing
A 20-year-old waitress allegedly stabbed by a work colleague will require reconstructive surgery after putting up a "hell of a fight", her sister says.
Coles points finger at suppliers for price changes
Australia's consumer watchdog has accused Coles of artificially increasing prices to create discounts, while the supermarket giant blames supplier cost hikes.
Coffee catch-up decides top cop after shock retirement
Former Australian Federal Police deputy commissioner Brett Pointing has been hand-picked as Queensland's top cop after Steve Gollschewski's shock retirement.
Tough new laws to crack down on illegal tobacco ‘thugs’
Businesses caught selling illegal tobacco could have their shops shut down for up to 90 days under planned state laws.
Kidnappers of elderly widower told they have wrong man
An 85-year-old grandfather taken captive several days ago needs urgent medical attention, police say as they issue a rare plea to his mistaken kidnappers.
‘I had to’: killer’s curse claim before nurse stabbed
A man who raved about witchcraft during a heated dispute about designer bags is claiming he killed his childhood friend's partner during a psychotic episode.
Child safety system no place for kids: abuse survivor
A female survivor removed from an abusive home has told a child safety inquiry that she only experienced further abuse while in state care.
Alleged murder victim given ‘promise’ to end suffering
Two sons of an alleged murder victim have testified how their father had wanted to die if his incurable brain disease reached a certain debilitating point.
Australians released from Syrian camp turned back
Dozens of Australians released from a camp holding families of suspected Islamic State militants in Syria have run into some snags with their departure.
‘Goliath won’: Santos fends off greenwashing lawsuit
The defeat of a climate suit against Santos has disappointed activists but opened the public's eyes to how the resources giant developed its net-zero targets.
Prosecutors to charge an Israeli settler over death
Israeli prosecutors say they plan to charge a settler in the killing of a Palestinian activist during a confrontation that was caught on video.
Guthrie family not suspects in kidnapping
Members of Nancy Guthrie's family have been ruled out as suspects in her disappearance but police say a backpack captured in CCTV vision might provide clues.
Epstein files may be crimes against humanity: UN
The United Nations says the crimes revealed in the Epstein files reveal abuses against women so grave they could amount to "crimes against humanity".
‘Beloved’ NRL premiership star shot in brazen ambush
A premiership-winning NRL player is in a serious condition after being shot as police examine a car found on fire near the crime scene.
Illegal ciggies tipped to soon stub out retail sales
One of Australia's biggest retailers has warned nine in 10 cigarettes will be bought illegally by the end of the decade unless the tobacco excise is cut.
Shoppers care about ‘fair dinkum’ discounts, says Coles
A supermarket giant accused of manipulating prices has told a court the regulator is wrongly attributing "sophisticated thought processes" to grocery shoppers.
Accused in failed Invasion Day bombing attempt unmasked
The identity of a man accused of throwing a homemade bomb into a crowd of Australia Day protesters in an act of terrorism has been made public.
White nationalist jailed for hateful Australia Day rant
A neo-Nazi supporter who railed against Jews in a hate-filled Australia Day rally speech has been jailed for his offensive and abhorrent crime.
Father lashes out at suggestion he started fatal fire
A father whose son died of extensive burns in a house fire has frequently lashed out at an inquest, saying his memory had been erased.
Zuckerberg denies at trial that Instagram targets kids
Mark Zuckerberg has sparred with lawyers in a Los Angeles courtroom as he defended Meta's practices in an unprecedented trial over youth social media addiction.
Security review after deadly mental health escapes
Authorities will review security arrangements at a mental health facility after two patients were allegedly involved in fatal incidents after fleeing care.
Billionaire says ‘world-class conman’ Epstein duped him
Billionaire businessman Les Wexner says he was foolish to trust "master manipulator" Jeffrey Epstein, as he denied taking part in the abuse of girls and women.
Supermarket giant ‘genuinely cares’ about customers
A grocery giant accused of false price discounts has told a court that it genuinely cares about customers while boosting its profits.