Myanmar quake toll rises as leader returns from summit
Myanmar's junta leader has promised "free and fair" elections at an overseas meeting, as the death toll in his earthquake-ravaged nation continues to rise.
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Myanmar quake death toll exceeds 3500
The official death toll from the Myanmar earthquake exceeds 3350, with the figure expected to rise significantly as rescuers continue to sift through rubble.
Myanmar military fires at convoy delivering quake aid
Troops have shot at Chinese vehicles on an earthquake aid mission in Myanmar, as relief groups call on the junta to allow unfettered access to help survivors.
Outback town reels as Mother Nature opens the floodgate
A town is reeling from record flooding after a levee broke, inundating every business and impacting 90 per cent of homes in the southwest Queensland community.
Flood drama as panicked residents plucked from roofs
Details have emerged of dramatic rooftop helicopter rescues as floodwaters the size of NSW impact a sodden state, with water levels not easing soon for some.
Myanmar quake survivors left without food and shelter
Devastated communities in Myanmar are in dire need of basic necessities such as food and clean water after a powerful earthquake that killed over 2700 people.
High-rise falls as powerful quake rocks Southeast Asia
A deadly 7.7 magnitude earthquake has hit Thailand and Myanmar, bringing down a high-rise in Bangkok and sparking emergency declarations in both countries.
Myanmar quake toll hits 1000 as rescue efforts mount
An international search for survivors is ramping up in Myanmar as the death toll from a powerful earthquake that rocked the country jumps past 1000.
Champion pilot stable after shock air show crash
A champion pilot fighting for life after what would usually be a "catastrophic" crash at an air show is in a stable condition.
Toll from devastating Myanmar earthquake climbs
Bodies are still being pulled from the rubble days after a massive earthquake in Myanmar as rescue workers desperately search for survivors.
South Korea’s worst wildfires are almost contained
The most destructive wildfires ever to hit South Korea are almost contained, authorities say, after rain and cooler temperatures helped fire crews.
South Korea fights dire wildfires as death toll hits 27
South Korea's military is aiding firefighting efforts as deadly wildfires double in size, killing at least 27 and destroying historic sites.
Six killed as sub with Russian tourists sinks off Egypt
Egyptian officials say six people have died after a tourist submarine sank in the Red Sea destination of Hurghada.
‘You could bog a duck’: record flooding hits outback
The worst flooding in more than 50 years has cut roads and isolated outback communities, forcing many to flee including an entire town.
More rain for flood hit region set to stall recovery
A flood-weary region that has cleared out waterlogged belongings is preparing again for river levels to rise after a deluge with more rain on the way.
‘Here we go again’: more flooding for weary residents
Residents who have finished cleaning up from a recent disaster have watched with growing anxiety as river levels rise again after a deluge sparked more floods.
Australian tourist dead, two hurt in Bali boat capsize
Eleven Australian tourists were on board a snorkeling boat that capsized in rough seas off the coast of Bali, killing one of them.
Heathrow reopens as airlines scramble after shutdown
London's Heathrow Airport is back in business a day after a fire knocked out power to Europe's busiest airport, throwing air travel into chaos worldwide.
Surfboard found intact in search for missing officer
Land and sea searches are continuing for an "extremely fit" police officer who once headed the water police, after his surfboard was found on a beach.
Helicopter pilot among dead as S.Korea battles fires
At least 24 people have died, including a helicopter pilot, and thousands have fled their homes as dry winds whip up some of South Korea worst-ever wildfires.
Flooding hits sodden state as outback town flees water
An outback town has been evacuated after record rainfall triggered widespread flooding in an already sodden state, with more downpours to come.
At least 32 dead as massive US storm causes carnage
At least 32 people have died in a massive US storm, with extreme weather conditions forecast to affect an area that's home to more than 100 million people.
At least 51 dead in nightclub fire in North Macedonia
At least 51 people have been killed and dozens more injured after a nightclub caught fire during a concert in a small town in North Macedonia.
Cyclone’s blow to budget as food, building costs hit
The full impact of the destruction wrought by Cyclone Alfred is being assessed, with grocery and construction prices under pressure.
Fire at North Macedonia nightclub kills 59, injures 150
The death toll from a nightclub fire in north Macedonia has risen to 59, with more than 150 injured.
At least 39 dead after tornadoes wreak havoc in US
At least 39 people are dead after violent tornadoes, blinding dust storms and wildfires decimated entire neighbourhoods across multiple US states.
Autumn scorcher may return after cool burst drops temps
Regions enjoying a cool change may be hit with another scorcher, with temperatures set to soar after a cold front pushed through Australia's southeast.
Hundreds evacuated as tourist hotel roof catches fire
The glitter strip was rife with activity in the early hours after a blaze broke out on the top of a hotel sparking hundreds of evacuations.
‘I would be dead’: mum makes fateful call amid storm
A decision to stay away after power was restored to her neighbourhood may have saved a mother-of-two's life, with a tree destroying her home soon afterwards.
‘Feast or famine’: farmers count the cost of heavy rain
Farmers are determined to get their winter crops in the ground after flooding rain from ex-tropical cyclone Alfred inundated paddocks and swept away soil.
‘Let me get to my kids’: mum’s plea in storm’s wake
A family has had a lucky escape after a tree fell on their home, narrowly missing children and a pregnant woman in the wake of ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred.