Congo’s Ebola toll passes 3000, cases rise to 6186
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed 6000 confirmed cases with more than 3000 deaths.
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Nepal death toll from catastrophic flooding passes 1000
Death toll from catastrophic flooding in Nepal and China has passed 1000, while more than 4400 people - including 43 Australians - are still missing.
Nepal floods toll climbs to 626, nearly 3000 missing
The death toll from a flash flood in the border region between Nepal and China has risen to 626, with almost 3000 people still missing.
Nepal flood toll rises as lake fears ease for rescuers
An overflowing barrier lake has briefly halted Nepal and China's rescue efforts, as the death toll from a catastrophic flood crosses 500 people.
‘Irreplaceable’: tributes after Dolly Parton dies at 80
The world is remembering the legacy of Dolly Parton, one of the most beloved and best-selling female artists, after she died of cancer at age 80.
Hiker to be honoured as family suggests ‘Lily’s Law’
A heartbroken family will liaise with a state government to honour the life of a hiker found dead, as her father broke his silence over the weekend.
‘Valued so little’: neighbour killer’s sentence slammed
The family of a woman stabbed to death by her drug-affected neighbour has blasted a "disgraceful" justice system after he was handed a below-standard sentence.
Congo’s Ebola death rate nears 50 per cent, 5000 cases
New figures show since May, 2378 people have died of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo with a case fatality rate of 47.4 per cent.
Crown denies catastrophic failures in mushroom trial
A top prosecutor has rejected a triple murderer's claim she suffered a "fundamental irregularity" in her trial as she fights to have her convictions quashed.
US actress, ‘Heroes’ star Hayden Panettiere dead at 36
Actress Hayden Panettiere, best remembered for playing an indestructible high school cheerleader in the TV series Heroes, has died aged 36.
Ebola toll passes 2000, cases rise to 4449 in DR Congo
The number of confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo has increased to 4449, including 2061 deaths, data shows.
Graphic detail of shopkeeper attack aired, teens bailed
Four youths accused of a deadly attack on a good Samaritan grocery store owner have been bailed, as horrific details of the alleged bashing were aired in court.
Murderer glares at victim’s family, berated by judge
A man convicted of murdering his former wife and staging her death as a suicide is appealing against his conviction and sentence of life behind bars.
Teen’s charges upgraded over beloved shop owner’s death
A suburban community has been plunged into mourning following the death of a shop owner as police upgrade charges against a teenage boy.
NRL club claims player contributed to training death
A Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles player who died at pre-season training was negligent in his own death by not revealing he was out of shape, the club says.
Rival plan to close Labor’s ‘widow tax’ loophole sooner
Australians who inherit an investment property from their partner won't lose their access to negative gearing, draft laws revealed by the treasurer confirm.
Belt up: seatbelt culture push after wedding bus crash
Stricter enforcement on seatbelts and a new database of coach drivers and their complaints are among a suite of recommendations stemming from a tragic crash.
Young girl’s family baffled as ‘manic’ driver jailed
A family is heartbroken after a sentence was handed down to the drug driver who broke the law before crashing into their car and killing their daughter.
Survivors pulled from mall rubble as quake toll rises
Rescuers are racing against time to find people alive amid the destruction after a powerful earthquake rocked southern Japan, killing at least 13 people.
‘Shocked’: baby search resumes after tragic discovery
Rough seas and high winds are hampering the search for a two-month-old baby after the bodies of a woman and a toddler were retrieved from the ocean.
‘Spreading like a wildfire’: Ebola death toll hits 1400
The number of Ebola cases in the in the Democratic Republic of Congo is rapidly climbing as authorities battle to contain the deadly outbreak.
Memorial unveiled for army chopper crash victims
Families of the victims of an army helicopter crash have come together for the unveiling of a memorial overlooking Queensland's picturesque Whitsunday Passage.
Former accused killer fails to get last charge tossed
There have been gasps in court as a man previously accused of murdering Melbourne teenager Isla Bell learnt he will still face trial on a lesser charge.
Seat swap after son’s crash killed mum, inquest told
Tracee Grosvenor was found dead behind the wheel of a crashed car but it soon emerged someone else had been driving, an inquest has been told.
Fatal e-scooter crash as state crackdown ramps up
A deadly e-scooter crash has left a man dead and another seriously injured, as Queensland Police crack down on illegal e-bikes and e-scooters.
‘One of the greats’: tributes flow for star actor Neill
Tributes for actor Sam Neill are being led by Australia and New Zealand's prime ministers as both countries mourn the death of the international superstar.
‘Courage’: tributes for firebrand newsman Derryn Hinch
The prime minister is leading tributes for firebrand broadcaster and former senator Derryn Hinch, who is being remembered for his uncompromising opinions.
Total Eclipse of the Heart singer Bonnie Tyler dies
Welsh pop singer Bonnie Tyler, who was known for 1980s power ballads such as Total Eclipse of the Heart and Holding Out for a Hero, has died at 75.
Floods kill at least 59 people in Ivory Coast
At least 59 people have been killed since the start of the wet season in Ivory Coast, the government says.
Venezuela’s toll from twin earthquakes rises to 2295
The death toll from the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to 2295 with tens of thousands reported missing.
Shaman accused of lying to save skin in mushroom death
A shaman healer and a woman's partner were too worried about self-preservation to tell medics she had ingested magic mushrooms, an inquest has been told.