Child protection systems ‘failing’ Indigenous children
More Indigenous children placed in out-of-home care should be reunited with family to improve their outcomes, says a peak body urging governments to step up.
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‘Pay up’: artists, authors argue AI steals their work
Australian musicians, producers and authors want an AI data mining proposal to be scrapped, saying their life's work can be taken for nothing.
‘Tepid’ Australia accused of emboldening Israel
A failure to hold Israel to account for breaking humanitarian law as the death toll in Gaza soars has spurred a clarion call for action in Australia.
Cup Day rate cut in doubt as RBA nears final straight
The odds are lengthening on an interest rate cut on Melbourne Cup Day, as the Reserve Bank adopts a hawkish tone and inflation steps up the pace.
Top cop apologises but defends ‘valid’ strip searches
Australia's largest police force has apologised to a woman forced to remove a tampon during an unlawful strip search, as it faces claims from 3000 other people.
Low rates, supply squeeze create home price rise mayhem
The great Australian dream of property ownership continues to resemble a nightmare for many buyers as prices surge and the supply of homes dwindles.
‘Decades of neglect’: ‘dire’ state housing picture
Two years on from the inception of a target to build 800,000 homes in a decade, data illustrates the "dire" housing picture continuing to confront one state.
‘They witness horror’: call for more support for jurors
A study questions the range of support services available to jurors exposed to traumatic content during and after trials.
Over half of Aussie men meet criteria for loneliness
With a growing number of Australian men suffering the effects of loneliness, a "meet a mate" campaign aims to raise awareness of the importance of connection.
Nicole Kidman files for divorce from Keith Urban
Two of Australia's biggest stars have called an end to their 19-year union, citing "marital difficulties and irreconcilable differences" in divorce papers.
Footprint breakthrough in outback search for young boy
The search for a four-year-old boy at his family's remote sheep station has taken a new turn after a footprint was found within 500 metres of the homestead.
Judge rejects Diddy bid to toss prostitution conviction
Sean Combs awaits sentencing within days after a judge rejected the hip-hop mogul's bid to overturn his conviction on felony charges related to prostitution.
Life-changing or dark day: jury out on deposit scheme
An expanded government scheme to help first-home buyers clear the deposit hurdle could pour more fuel on the red-hot property market, housing experts warn.
BHP cops $5b value hit on talk of China trade blockade
Reports China is halting iron ore shipments from BHP have weighed on the world's biggest miner, but experts say any stoush over prices should be short-lived.
Gasps as ‘horror movie’ school bus crash video aired
Victims of a school bus crash have gasped as video was played of a truck with defective brakes hitting a group of staff and students on their way to space camp.
Police zero in on area in search for alleged cop killer
Police hunting Australia's most wanted fugitive have targeted an area far away from where he was last sighted after he allegedly shot dead two officers.
Green metals or bust: climate experts issue warning
Demand for Australia's biggest fossil fuel exports is expected to drop in the coming years but producing green metals could provide a lifeline.
Spending rebound staggers as Aussies kick booze, smokes
Strong growth in household spending earlier this year is unlikely to be matched, which could ease Reserve Bank fears of a return of inflation pressures.
How AI will be used to help neighbours find lost dogs
Internet-connected doorbell cameras will be loaded with artificial intelligence software and used to identify lost pets, with the owners' permission.
Illicit drug testing rising despite patchy availability
New insight into the demand for drug checking shows growing safety awareness among users, despite varied approaches to pill testing around Australia.
Aussie pharma giant sees no pain from big Trump tariffs
The Australian government and pharmaceutical exporters are scrambling to determine whether they will be impacted by Donald Trump's latest tariff bombshell.
Bloodied murderer leaves in ambulance, not prison van
After being found guilty of murder, a bloodied and groaning man has left court on a stretcher with a self-inflicted wound.
Kisses with pupil ‘cultural’, sex-offender teacher says
A teacher who kissed a 17-year-old student on the lips has denied seeking sexual gratification, telling a court he was forming a bond during a time of tragedy.
‘Love for all’: persecuted Muslim sect preaches unity
A majority South Asian Muslim sect is inviting Australians from all walks of life to its annual gathering of thousands for moral clarity in bleak times.
‘Strong message’: deepfake porn creator cops huge fine
The Federal Court has ordered a Gold Coast man to pay more than $340,000 for posting deepfake images of several high-profile Australian women.
UK court tosses terror charge against Kneecap member
The terrorism case against a rapper from the trio Kneecap has been thrown out by a London magistrate due to a technical error in the way the charge was brought.
PM flies into friendlier territory with like minds
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has swapped the US for the UK, landing in London for a conference of global progressive leaders.
Right royal welcome for PM Albanese on British visit
Australia's prime minister has continued to talk up the future of the AUKUS submarine pact, before meeting with King Charles in Scotland.
Australia to cop deeper impact from new US meds tariffs
The US plan to slap new tariffs on pharmaceutical drugs will likely have a chilling effect on Australia's pharmaceutical export sector, a think tank says.
Can’t believe your eyes? When fakes flood the internet
From burning icons to fabricated crowds, viral AI images and videos are spreading fast and showing how easily reality can be distorted in the digital age.
Trump announces another round of steep US tariffs
Donald Trump's announcement of new steep duties that go into effect next week have shattered a relative lull in his tariff assault on global trading partners.