Clean up starts for some but flood threat remains
The clean up has begun for some residents in rain-hit northern Australia but the flood threat is not over for others, with more showers and storms forecast.
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Many feared dead after jet, US Army helicopter collide
Eighteen bodies have been recovered after a mid-air collision between a passenger jet and a US Army helicopter near Washington, CBS News says, citing police.
Black boxes recovered as US air disaster probe launched
With 64 people on board the plane and three on board the helicopter dead, the collision in Washington is the United States' worst aviation disaster in 25 years.
‘A lot of anguish out there’: lessons from Black Summer
A mobile stage dubbed Beryl has helped bring bushfire-affected towns together, as research highlights the need for recovery funds years after disaster strikes.
Probe into US air disaster launched, army victims named
As investigations into the collision between a plane and helicopter in Washington continue, the US Army has released the names of two people it lost.
Investigation after man attacked by ‘massive’ kangaroo
Authorities have launched an investigation after a man was badly injured in an attack outside his home by a kangaroo believed to be 100kg and two metres tall.
At least six feared dead as US medevac plane crashes
Days after the biggest air disaster in the United States in 16 years, a medevac plane has crashed in Philadelphia, with reports of "multiple casualties".
Nearly 40 taken to morgue after India festival stampede
Dozens of people have been killed and injured in a stampede at India's Maha Kumbh festival, according to media reports.
Cyclone threat looms for rain-battered region
A region recovering from heavy rain is bracing for another deluge after enduring flooding that closed a major road, with two potential cyclones on the horizon.
Flood rescues mount as new cyclone threat looms
A rain-hit region is on cyclone watch with multiple tropical lows looming in northern Australia after heavy showers sparked flooding and water rescues.
India festival stampede death toll rises to at least 30
Police and rescuers are being praised for their swift actions after a stampede at a Hindu festival in northern India, as the death toll continues to rise.
With rain in forecast, LA hopeful of firefight progress
With Santa Ana winds dropping and rain forecast, weary Californian firefighters are hoping to advance in their quest to quench the state's remaining wildfires.
Homes lost as bushfires spread in west
Homes have been lost as a string of bushfires spread in Western Australia, with residents in many areas warned it is too late to evacuate.
Fire-ravaged Los Angeles braces for toxic rain runoff
There are fears that hazardous chemicals belched from burning homes and cars in the Los Angeles wildfires will make it into runoff when it rains.
Ten-year national road safety plan ‘wildly off-track’
Increases in Australia's road toll over the past four years have been at a level not recorded since 1966, before the introduction of seatbelts.
Warning of waterfall dangers after teen deaths
Experts are warning of the hidden dangers at waterfalls after two teens tragically died at a popular swimming spot.
Storm declared ‘natural disaster’ as cyclone builds
Almost 35,000 people remain without power and an iconic beach has expanded as fresh storms sweep the east coast and the west bunkers down for a cyclone.
Cyclone off WA, flood search in NSW as Qld dams spill
Wild weather is threatening regions around Australia as a tropical cyclone impacts exports, amid fears for the occupants of a car swept away by floodwaters.
Baby girl dead, another child critical after house fire
A baby girl has died and another young child is fighting for life after a house fire in a suburban town.
Teen hailed a hero in waterfall double drowning tragedy
A teen who died trying to save a girl who also lost her life after jumping into a waterfall is being hailed as a hero in emotional tributes on social media.
South Africa criticised as 78 corpses pulled from mine
Rescuers have pulled 78 dead miners from an abandoned South African gold mine, where they have languished for months during a stand-off with authorities.
LA ‘red flag’ fire warnings expire but dangers persist
Windy, flame-fanning weather has eased in Los Angeles but extreme fire danger is expected to return within days as massive blazes continue to terrify residents.
Tragedy as councillor’s son drowns in swollen dam
A mother and local councillor has lost her son, with his body was recovered by authorities at a local dam following heavy rainfall.
More insurance pain possible following LA fires
Insurance premiums are already rising in Australia and destructive fires in the United States may help keep costs high.
LA firefighters hold the line amid extreme conditions
Crews have kept Los Angeles' deadly fires growing for a second day, while the city remains on edge before desert winds reach their forecast peak.
LA firefighters make progress as winds ease, 11 dead
LA firefighters are reporting progress arresting the Palisades Fire on the western edge of the city and the Eaton Fire in the foothills east of the metropolis.
Australia’s $10m boost for Vanuatu after earthquake
Vanuatu's earthquake recovery is set to be bolstered by a $10 million funding injection from Australia.
Australian man dies after flames engulf Malibu home
An Australian man has been confirmed dead in the Californian fires as his heartbroken mother says there was no water to put out cinders on his home's roof.
Aerial fight to stop LA wildfires as death toll rises
Los Angeles firefighters are in an all-out battle to curb wildfires from spreading before fierce winds return as the death toll from the blazes rises.
LA races to contain fires before extreme winds return
The death toll from wildfires in the Los Angeles area has reached 24, while more than 100,000 people have been ordered to evacuate.
Search resumes for man in rain-swollen dam
Emergency services have begun searching for a man missing in a dam after jumping off a wall into the water and failing to resurface.