Russia says no plague, locals play down scare
Russian health officials state comprehensive tests have revealed no evidence of plague after a lab worker died in Siberia, as locals ditch their face masks.
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Risk ‘low’ after Russian plague lab worker dies: WHO
Russian authorities have quarantined part of a hospital and are monitoring contacts of a plague research institute worker in Siberia who died.
Long recovery for victims as Knights crash driver held
A young girl remains in hospital with serious injuries after a car careened into a crowd farewelling the Newcastle Knights ahead of the NRL grand final.
Girl fights for life after car hits group of NRL fans
Several children were among a group of footy fans injured when a car struck crowds lining a major road to cheer on the NRL grand final-bound Newcastle Knights.
State shudders to early morning earthquake
The earth moved overnight in a southern capital after the biggest earthquake in three years struck a state, with aftershocks ongoing.
Axe-wielding FlyDubai co-pilot flagged over ‘extremism’
The United Arab Emirates says the co-pilot on a FlyDubai flight that nearly crashed attacked the captain with the cockpit's crash axe in a "terrorist attack".
‘Fighting for my life’: pilot recalls FlyDubai attack
An Indian pilot hailed as a hero says he fought for his life after his co-pilot stabbed him and the FlyDubai flight began a steep descent.
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$180 Million, 77,000 Acre Iconic Texas Ranch Listed to Sell
DALLAS, Oct. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Icon Global announces the return to market of Turkey Track Ranch, one of America's great legacy ranches, at $180 million, including a 25% mineral stake. Spanning nearly 80,000 acres under one fence, the Texas Panhandle legacy ranch brings together significant water resources and more than a century of Coble and Whittenburg family ownership.
Attacker’s motive remain unknown after FlyDubai flight
The UAE and Israel are trying to learn why a co-pilot stabbed his captain on a FlyDubai flight to Tel Aviv in an apparent attempt to crash the plane.
Clean clothes, hot showers and human connection: Allianz backs Orange Sky to support disaster recovery
SYDNEY, Oct. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Allianz Australia has announced Orange Sky as the Principal Partner in its Allianz Community Care program, strengthening support for Australians experiencing hardship, including those recovering from natural disasters.As Principal Partner of Orange Sky, Allianz will support the delivery of free mobile laundry, shower services and connection services across Australia, helping people access practical support...
Passengers overcame pilot trying to crash plane: Israel
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Saudi authorities have arrested a co-pilot accused of stabbing a pilot on a Flydubai flight from the UAE to Israel.
Rescue dog finds new home as koala protector-in-chief
The search for Australia's next top koala detector is over as Bear, the four-legged conservation hero, hands over the reins for a hard-earned retirement.
‘Dark day’: promising young constable killed in crash
Mia Lay had only been on the force for 16 months but had showed exceptional promise before she died in a crash while in a police car pursuing a stolen vehicle.
One dead, scores injured in bus crash on rural highway
A man has died and two others are in a serious condition in hospital after a bus reportedly crashed with two cars on a regional highway.
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XPRIZE Wildfire Awards $4.55M to Innovators Advancing Wildfire Detection and Response
XPRIZE Wildfire Awards $4.55M to Innovators Advancing Wildfire Detection and Response
Shared grief and plea from families of Nepal missing
The relatives of several Australians missing in Nepal have asked the government for additional support amid ongoing uncertainty about their loved ones' fates.
Dead humpback whale washes ashore at popular beach
A dead juvenile humpback whale has washed ashore at a popular surfing spot, shocking beachgoers during the busy school holiday period.
‘May never be found’: grim wait for Nepal flood answers
Three weeks on from the world's worst natural disaster in years, a forensic expert warns some of the more than 6000 people missing may never be found.
‘Unbearable pain’: family appeal for cliff fall victim
A heartfelt appeal to bring home an Australian woman who fell to her death at a popular tourist site has been launched by her devastated family.
Rough seas hinder search after Indonesia ferry capsizes
Indonesian authorities have intensified efforts to find 129 people missing a day after a ferry overturned in the Java Sea.
Six dead, 130 missing after Indonesian ferry ‘flips’
Indonesian authorities say six people are dead and 130 are missing after a ferry carrying more than 240 people overturned in bad weather in the Java Sea.
‘Huge sorrow’: Aussie tourist dies in Bali cliff fall
An Australian woman has died after falling down a steep cliff face at a Balinese tourist hotspot, the site of a perilous trek to the shore below.
Bodies found as Philippines ferry fire death toll rises
At least 35 people have been confirmed dead, with search efforts continuing for 54 still missing, after a blaze tore through a Philippine passenger ferry.
Fire tears through heritage-listed hotel in city centre
Police are investigating the cause of a fire that gutted a 126-year-old heritage-listed hotel, declaring a crime scene in a city's central business district.
Search resumes for survivors of Philippines ferry blaze
More than 80 people are still missing in the Philippines, two days after a fire on board a ferry that killed at least five people.
Nepal turns to drones to deliver flood disaster relief
As the death toll from the Nepal floods climbs to more than 1300, rescue teams are using drones to deliver food and supplies to stranded people.
Nepal rescue focuses on workers trapped in tunnels
Search efforts continue for survivors of the devastating Nepal-Tibet floods with operations focused on tunnels in hydropower projects.
Australian found safe in Nepal as others wait and hope
As relatives desperately search and wait for news on dozens of Australians missing following the Nepal-Tibet floods, one Aussie has been found alive and safe.
Man and woman dead after plane crashes, sparks fire
A man and woman are dead after a light aircraft plunged into a rural property and sparked a large grass fire, in what police described as a "confronting" scene.
Five killed after Amazon cargo plane barrels off runway
At least five people are dead and three are critically injured after an Amazon cargo plane overshot a Miami airport runway and smashed into cars.
Aussie drone teams join rescue effort in Nepal
Dozens of Australians remaining missing in Nepal following catastrophic floods as the government deploys more search experts and aid to the disaster zone.