‘Disturbing’: man faces 600 child abuse charges
More than 450 children from 15 countries were allegedly targeted by an Australian man over a seven-year period, resulting in almost 600 child abuse offences.
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Body cameras deployed to field officers in Minneapolis
US federal agents in Minneapolis will wear body cameras after the killing of two US citizens sparked weeks of protests about the immigration crackdown.
Clintons agree to testify in Epstein investigation
Bill and Hillary Clinton have agreed to comply with a US Congressional subpoena to testify about their relationship with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.
Charity founder denies dozens of sexual assault charges
A well-known charity founder has strenuously denied sexual assault allegations after he was charged with more than 50 offences.
Charity founder charged with sexual assault, rape
A well-known charity founder has fronted court after being charged with more than 50 offences, including rape.
More charges in connection to body under tarp murder
Police have made another breakthrough in a murder investigation, extraditing a 33-year-old man back to the state where he has now been charged.
Chinese investigators to search for man who burnt baby
A new development has emerged in the search for a man who allegedly burnt a baby with hot coffee in a park more than a year ago.
Trump indicates thaw in immigration crackdown crisis
Donald Trump has flagged he could wind down the immigration crackdown in Minnesota as outrage intensifies after a federal agent killed a second protester.
Mass shooting after soccer game in Mexico kills 11
An armed attack in the Mexican city of Salamanca has killed 11 people in the state of Guanajuato, one of the most dangerous regions in Mexico.
Doubts crime boss will ever be extradited from Iraq
Doubt lingers over whether an underworld figure linked to Australia's illicit tobacco wars will be extradited after his Middle East drug trafficking arrest.
Trump weighs response to Iran protest crackdown
Donald Trump is weighing a military response against the Iranian government as it continues a lethal crackdown on protests.
Divide over hate speech reforms as parliament recalled
Parliament will return early to debate tougher hate speech laws after the Bondi terror attack, but concerns over gun reform might halt efforts.
Tens of thousands protest over fatal ICE shooting
Demonstrators in Minneapolis have turned out in huge numbers to protest the fatal shooting of 37-year-old Renee Good.
Twins traumatised by ‘zombie killer’ machete ambush
Police are hunting a group of teenagers after twin brothers were allegedly ambushed in a machete attack that left one with life-long injuries.
Paramedics spat on, punched in festive abuse spike
Paramedics are breaking their silence after a festive season riddled with reports of verbal intimidation, sexual and physical assault by members of the public.
PM lashes ‘evil’ after rabbi’s car torched in driveway
The torching of a car decorated with Jewish symbols has been denounced as the latest in a series of anti-Semitic attacks, including the massacre at Bondi Beach.
Woman among eight victims of alleged car attack dies
A woman has died in hospital after a man allegedly ploughed his car through a group of pedestrians on Saturday night following a minor altercation.
Police privacy breach puts DV survivors’ lives at risk
Police failed to protect survivors of domestic and family violence after inadequate safeguards resulted in a serious privacy breach, putting lives at risk.
Swastika sword seized as men charged over Nazi symbols
Three men will face court charged with the public display of Nazi symbols and possessing extremist material after a federal police investigation.
Man fatally shot in suspected targeted attack
The second fatal shooting in as many days south of a major capital has police calling for anyone who left the scene or with other information to come forward.
Teacher accused of stabbing school principal ‘snapped’
A teacher who allegedly stabbed his school principal after his contract was not renewed has been refused bail due to his "extreme" risk to the community.
Extent of illegal cigarette sales in Australia revealed
Australia's illicit tobacco black market is in rude health, with estimates for the market share of illegally sold cigarettes ranging from 25 to 65 per cent.
‘Grandiose fantasies’ consumed killer taekwondo teacher
A taekwondo instructor taken by "grandiose fantasies" before murdering a family of three has been forced to confront the pain of his victim's loved ones.
Former Brazil leader begins jail term for coup attempt
Brazil's former president will remain in custody to serve his prison term for a failed coup attempt after breaking his ankle monitoring bracelet.
‘I stabbed another boy’: teenage accused killer’s words
A 15-year-old accused of murdering an older boy in an unprovoked attack shortly after school broke for the day allegedly admitted his actions to police.
Million-dollar reward could crack ‘solvable’ cold case
Detectives hope a large reward will help uncover crucial information leading to an arrest for the murder of a woman two decades ago.
E-bikes under scrutiny after two kids die in two states
The future of e-mobility devices faces scrutiny after two children died in separate accidents in different Australian states, sparking calls for tougher laws.
Fake FBI, CIA, AFP badges prompt impersonation charge
A 50-year-old man is facing court after the seizure of multiple fraudulent law enforcement badges and identity documents.
Crypto crackdown targets ATM laundering rackets
Powers to crack down on money laundering schemes linked to cryptocurrency and crypto ATMs could help vulnerable international students.
Peru’s President Boluarte ousted as crime grips nation
Lawmakers have voted to impeach Peruvian president Dina Boluarte amid widespread anger over a crime wave gripping the South American nation.
Alleged arsonist charged over deadly LA wildfire
Authorities have charged a 29-year-old man with igniting the January fire that destroyed Los Angeles' Pacific Palisades neighbourhood.