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Animals react to plant noises

Scientists have discovered the first evidence to suggest that animals are able to respond to sounds made by plants.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 13:07:26 GMT

Yoga can help people get better sleep

Research has revealed that doing yoga can help people sleep for two hours longer.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 13:07:23 GMT

Massive piece of Mars set to sell for millions in New York

A massive chunk of Mars is expected to fetch big money when it goes up for auction in New York.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 13:07:21 GMT

Israel strikes in Damascus as clashes in Syria rage on

Israel has hit Syrian forces and warns it will intervene further as clashes continue between government and Druze armed groups after a ceasefire collapsed.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 11:31:48 GMT

Iceland volcano erupts, forcing evacuation of spa

A volcano has erupted in southern Iceland, forcing guests at a famed geothermal spa to flee the latest outbreak from the once long-dormant fissure.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 10:14:30 GMT

Peter Falconio’s parents still hopeful they will find son’s body despite killer Bradley John Murdoch dying

The parents of Peter Falconio say they still ‘hold out hope’ they will find their son despite his killer taking his secret of where his body is hidden to his grave.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 09:38:22 GMT

Pair of sea turtles released into wild following year long rehabilitation after being found on Perth beaches

Two young loggerhead sea turtles have finally returned to the ocean after more than a year of rehabilitation when they were found stranded on Coogee and Golden Bay beaches.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 09:31:59 GMT

Accountant accused of $1.1m fraud for crime family

An accountant has been charged with using his role to help an alleged member of a high-profile crime network buy a million-dollar house.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 09:02:13 GMT

Wirral cat man: Crowds of people armed with torches hunt for creepy costumed figure near Liverpool

A strange ‘cat man’ has been spotted prowling the streets at night, sparking a torch-led witch hunt as locals try to unmask the mysterious figure.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 08:32:58 GMT

Crush at Gaza aid distribution site kills at least 20

A number of Palestinians have been crushed to death at an aid site run by a US-backed group that claims the crowd surge was instigated by Hamas agitators.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 08:15:00 GMT

Queensland high school student struck by vehicle, dies near school

A year nine student has been killed after being hit by a car near his suburban high school, leaving the school community in shock.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 07:39:14 GMT

Plane missing after failing to land at NSW Airport

A desperate search has so far failed to find a missing plane, with its last known location in the Snowy Mountains.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 07:32:46 GMT

Greens demand Prime Minister act as South Australian algae bloom nears ‘disaster’, fisheries shut down

As one Aussie state continues to suffer from a “disaster” algae bloom that is putting the future of the fisheries industry in crisis, the Greens have made a simple demand from Albo.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 07:29:30 GMT

Push to avoid cash flow problem as cards take over

New powers are on the cards for the federal government to ensure Australians have access to cash as electronic payments continue to climb.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 06:57:37 GMT

UK inflation at highest in 18 months as food costs rise

The UK government concedes more needs to be done to tame inflation as fuel costs and food prices led inflation to its highest level since February 2024.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 06:35:28 GMT

What Australian sky watchers can expect as the Perseids return for 2025

The famous Perseids return to night skies this week. Here’s when it peaks, how it works, and what Australians can expect to see.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 06:11:53 GMT

Michael Ives: Shocking video surfaces of child killer abusing Ethan Ives-Griffiths days before he died

Harrowing footage of a grandfather who murdered his own grandson shows him abusing the toddler just days before he died. WARNING: GRAPHIC DETAILS

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 05:47:09 GMT

Man found guilty over partner's bloody bush-hut murder

A man who killed his partner during a camping trip on the NSW mid-north coast has been found guilty of murder over the attack.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 05:42:02 GMT

Call for help with big algal bloom choking coastal life

Fishing and tourism industries are struggling with the impact of a months-long algal bloom that has no end in sight, prompting calls for federal help.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 05:17:55 GMT

Jacinta Beth Sells: Mother accused of murdering baby at Perth home was allegedly drug-affected at time of stabbing

The 31-year-old woman looked gaunt and sat motionless in the dock.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 05:12:53 GMT

PM’s fiancee Jodie Haydon wears dress by Chinese-Australian designer Leo Lin during visit to Great Wall

Anthony Albanese’s fiancee Jodie Haydon has used fashion to honour her Chinese hosts while visiting the Great Wall with the Prime Minister.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 05:00:29 GMT

War against vapes not over yet despite falling rates

New laws and a crackdown on vapes have led to a downturn in young people using them, but an expert says the work to reduce smoking rates is far from done.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 04:59:47 GMT

Residents baffled after sightings of man carrying 7ft cross down Rockingham and Baldivis streets

Rockingham and Baldivis residents have been left puzzled over multiple sightings of a man walking the streets carrying a large wooden cross on his back.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 04:56:01 GMT

'Put everything out there' on Epstein case: US Speaker

The Trump administration is under pressure to release government documents on sex offender Jeffrey Epstein following a call from House Speaker Mike Johnson.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 04:10:26 GMT

Two men charged after Kim Duncan, 65, killed in shooting at Sydney home

The names of gunmen who allegedly fatally shot a grandmother inside her home can be revealed following the brazen shooting that shook a Sydney suburb.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 04:02:51 GMT

Daniel Graham and Adam Carruthers: Men jailed over cutting down famous Sycamore Gap tree

The two men who sparked global outrage after felling one of the most famous and well-loved trees have been jailed.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 03:55:38 GMT

Baby drowning manslaughter accused to seek bail release

A man charged after a baby drowned at a popular campsite's lake will remain in custody as he prepares an application for bail, a court has heard.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 03:47:16 GMT

Cafes, small businesses fear brunt of surcharge cut

The dreaded $6 line for a coffee could soon become reality for cafe owners after a proposal to scrap card surcharges could force fees to pass on to customers.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 03:42:14 GMT

Tasmanian election 2025: Jeremy Rockliff and Dean Winter front up for Sky News debate

The two men battling for control over Tasmania have taken the gloves off immediately in a furious Sky News election debate.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 03:21:04 GMT

Jaye Lee Walton fronts court charged with seven-month-old baby’s manslaughter after campsite drowning

A man charged with the manslaughter of a seven-month-old baby – who was found unresponsive in a campsite lake – has been named.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 03:11:46 GMT

Viral vid shows Aussie venue catching fire at couple’s wedding reception

An Aussie couple’s wedding reception entrance went unexpectedly viral after the couple’s floral display went up in flames.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 03:07:35 GMT

More than 130 dead and 100 missing after Texas floods

Around 100 people remain missing in the aftermath of flooding that devastated central Texas.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 02:50:54 GMT

'You've got me': Brisbane Broncos great Steve Renouf busted for drink driving

An NRL great has been fined and had his licence disqualified for almost a year after being busted driving almost four times over the blood alcohol limit.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 02:39:52 GMT

Natália Cavanellas: Tragedy strikes as social media influencer, mum dies during cosmetic surgery

A prominent social media influencer and business entrepreneur has died on the operating table during a routine cosmetic surgery procedure.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 02:13:39 GMT

NSW Premier Chris Minns won't rule out further censure on Mark Latham after sext revelations

Premier Chris Minns has refused to rule out censuring Mark Latham after reports the former One Nation leader sent sexually explicit texts from parliament.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 02:00:05 GMT

Rare kiwi found in NZ for first time in 50 years

Conservationists are celebrating after a unique kiwi has been found in New Zealand for the first time in 50 years.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 01:58:41 GMT

Emirates suspends second daily flight between Dubai and Perth following operational review

The suspension comes after customers received unexpected cancellation emails at the weekend.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 01:52:15 GMT

Luxury designer handbags stolen in city centre ram raid

Two stolen cars and tens of thousands of dollars in luxury goods are missing after a ram raid attack on an inner-city designer fashion store.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 01:29:38 GMT

Burnout, cost-cutting strain troubled childcare sector

The childcare sector is plagued by cost-cutting and excessive paperwork that adds pressure to educators, according to experts.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 01:09:31 GMT

Wild theory after Zdravko Bilic, 57, found stabbed to death at Sunshine Coast home

A man who was stabbed outside his mansion could have been lying there for hours as one theory about his death is explored.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 00:38:59 GMT

Trump sues to oust US public broadcasting board members

The US Justice Department has filed a complaint requesting a court order to fire three Corporation for Public Broadcasting board members.

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 00:10:21 GMT

Police crack down on illegal e-bike mods in Sydney’s Northern Beaches

A month-long police operation on the beaches of a major Australian city has uncovered widespread usage of illegally modified e-bikes.

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 23:42:01 GMT

Killer dies in hospital, backpacker's body never found

Backpacker killer Bradley John Murdoch has died weeks after a $500,000 reward was launched for information about Peter Falconio's death.

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 23:11:14 GMT

Hegseth to remove 2000 National Guard troops from LA

The Trump administration says it is ending the deployment of 2000 National Guard troops in Los Angeles.

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 23:03:10 GMT

Luxury bags stolen in ram raid at Fendi store in Sydney CBD

Thieves have smashed their way into a luxury fashion store in Sydney’s CBD, making off with a swag of high-end items.

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 22:29:39 GMT

UN says 875 Palestinians killed near Gaza aid sites

The United Nations says more than 800 people have been killed trying to access aid in Gaza.

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 22:13:00 GMT

LATIKA M BOURKE: Pentagon’s MAGA-style push on AUKUS and defence spending may backfire in Indo-Pacific

LATIKA M BOURKE: Elbridge Colby is trying to use Trump’s MAGA tough talk strategy to push Australia and Indo-Pacific allies to ramp up military spending—but his one-size-fits-all approach could backfire.

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 21:55:28 GMT

Trump says Ukraine should not target Moscow

US President Donald Trump has rejected reports that he asked Ukrainian forces to strike deep inside Russia.

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 21:05:53 GMT

‘Felt wronged’: Former cop’s grim theory after outback killer Bradley John Murdoch dies

A former cop has offered a grim theory why the notorious outback killer never revealed a key piece of evidence.

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 20:53:38 GMT

Economists point to tariffs as US prices edge up

US consumer prices have posted their biggest jump in five months in June, suggesting tariffs may be starting to heat up inflation.

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 20:51:42 GMT

US President Donald Trump strikes Indonesia tariff deal, posts on Truth Social, US secures access

US President Donald Trump has posted to social media, announcing a trade deal between the United States and Indonesia has been reached.

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 20:49:55 GMT

French PM seeks to scrap two holidays to slash debt

Prime Minister François Bayrou has presented a plan to cancel two public holidays, cut civil servants numbers and merge public authorities.

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 20:11:29 GMT

Tibetans raise rights abuses as PM meets Chinese leader

The exiled Tibetan leader has urged Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to stand up for human rights when visiting China and more bluntly rebuke Chinese repression.

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 20:02:24 GMT

Russell Kenneth Dubberlin sentenced to 7 months prison after being caught with $6000 worth of copper wire

A man who got his car airborne while escaping police after being found stealing copper wire was sentenced to prison last Tuesday.

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 18:00:00 GMT

Stadium, debt and ferries: leaders in only debate pitch

A controversial AFL stadium, budget debt and a "reckless" no-confidence motion have headlined the sole leaders' debate of a snap state election campaign.

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 17:36:02 GMT

Killer claims ex-partner hit her head during argument

Hannah McGuire's alleged murderer claims she died after hitting her head during an argument which turned physical, his barrister has told a jury.

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 17:33:57 GMT

Men jailed for felling UK's iconic 'Sycamore Gap' tree

The vandals who cut down England's Sycamore Gap tree have been sentenced to more than four years in prison for causing irreversible damage and serious distress.

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 16:32:40 GMT

Thousands of Afghans secretly moved to UK after leak

A legal ruling known as a superinjunction in the UK has been lifted, allowing for the reporting of a scheme to relocate thousands of Afghans after a data leak.

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 16:08:35 GMT

Man finds worm squirming in penis following trip to the beach

A man from Sri Lanka found a worm squirming inside his penis after he had been on a trip to the beach.

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 16:01:49 GMT

World's 'oldest' marathon runner dead aged 114 after India hit-and-run

Fauja Singh, the world's 'oldest' marathon runner, has died at the age of 114 after being hit by a car in India.

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 16:01:45 GMT

Trump touts deal with Indonesia, flags pharma tariffs

President Donald Trump says he has agreed to a tariff deal on goods entering the US from Indonesia.

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 14:43:25 GMT

Environmental reform could slash government spending, lift productivity: expert

Australia is dragging the developed world in one key area, with an expert suggesting a solution to “get this right” and “break the “deadlock”.

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 14:02:50 GMT

English backpacker Alicia Kemp to remain behind bars over fatal e-scooter crash

The 24-year-old appeared emotionless and was wearing a tracksuit during her brief mention, and was supported in the courtroom by a family member.

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 13:32:18 GMT

Balcatta baby death: Mother of seven-month-old baby charged with murder

Emergency services were called at 3am after a young girl discovered a lifeless six-month-old baby.

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 10:07:37 GMT

Constance Marten and Mark Gordon: Baby killers left their daughter’s decomposing body in a plastic bag

A mother and her convicted rapist partner have been found guilty of killing their baby girl after police discovered her decomposing body in a plastic shopping bag. WARNING GRAPHIC CONTENT.

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 09:41:54 GMT

Natural and a disaster but no fed help for algal bloom

Governments are working to find a way to help industries affected by a devastating algal bloom, which falls outside existing natural disaster criteria.

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 08:59:37 GMT

Cops say they beat up naked woman out of 'frustration'

Two ex-police officers who punched, kicked and pepper sprayed a naked woman having a mental health episode have denied their actions were driven by cruelty.

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 08:43:30 GMT

Workers isolating after measles cases confirmed at BHP Newman minesite and in a Qantas crew member

A Qantas crew member and a miner in WA’s north are among the latest measles cases, with some staff at the Pilbara mine site isolating following the exposure.

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 08:40:00 GMT