'Bonkbuster' author Jilly Cooper dies aged 88
Jilly Cooper, the British author of novels such as "Rivals" and "Riders" whose 1980s bestsellers were a blend of sex, satire and class-based snobbery, has died aged 88.
Prosecutors to appeal mushroom killer's sentence
Prosecutors to appeal mushroom killer's sentence
Prosecutors have confirmed they will appeal mushroom murderer Erin Patterson's prison sentence, claiming it is manifestly inadequate.
French PM resigns after less than a month in charge
French PM resigns after less than a month in charge
France's new Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu resigned on Monday, just hours after appointing his new cabinet, after allies and foes alike threatened to topple his government.
'Terrifying': Up to 100 shots fired on Sydney suburban street
'Terrifying': Up to 100 shots fired on Sydney suburban street
A man is under police guard in hospital after firing up to 100 shots at police and multiple cars in a "serious and terrifying" incident.
Israel accused of mistreating Greta Thunberg
Israel accused of mistreating Greta Thunberg
Activists detained by Israel for taking part in a flotilla seeking to deliver aid to Gaza allege that Swedish campaigner Greta Thunberg was mistreated during her detention.
Dozens killed in Gaza despite Trump's call to halt bombing
Dozens killed in Gaza despite Trump's call to halt bombing
Dozens were killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza on Saturday, local health officials said, despite a demand from US President Donald Trump for Israel to stop the bombing.
Man cleared of link to accused cop killer as search ramps up
Man cleared of link to accused cop killer as search ramps up
A man has been cleared of links to the hunt for Aussie fugitive Dezi Freeman as authorities ramp up the search for the accused police killer.
Rapper Sean 'Diddy' Combs sentenced to jail
Rapper Sean 'Diddy' Combs sentenced to jail
Rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs has been sentenced to more than four years in prison over his conviction on prostitution-related charges.
Hamas agrees to release hostages but seeks changes to peace plan
Hamas agrees to release hostages but seeks changes to peace plan
Hamas said it would agree to some aspects of Donald Trump's plan to end the Gaza war, including releasing hostages, but that it would seek negotiations over many of its other terms.
Sacred performance
Sacred performance
A Hindu devotee dressed as the goddess Kali performs a ritual during the Kulasai Dasara festival in Kulasekharapatnam, Tamil Nadu, India, yesterday.
Coin, statue, holiday memorials of Kirk not supported by public: poll
Coin, statue, holiday memorials of Kirk not supported by public: poll
Following the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, politicians across the US have advanced efforts to permanently memorialise him, including through coins, statues and official...
Fiery clashes
Fiery clashes
Police officers run away from flames as demonstrators clash with authorities during a march yesterday to mark the 57th anniversary of the 1968 Tlatelolco Square massacre
Global Insight: Caution urged for NZ in space race
Global Insight: Caution urged for NZ in space race
In its rush to join the space race, New Zealand needs to ensure it is not simply doing the bidding of a superpower like the United States, Prof Robert Patman says.
Police name synagogue attacker who killed two
Police name synagogue attacker who killed two
The British government has vowed to redouble its efforts to tackle antisemitism, as the Jewish community reeled from an attack at a Manchester synagogue that killed two people on Yom Kippur.
William proud of Kate, plans to change monarchy
William proud of Kate, plans to change monarchy
Prince William says protecting his family was the most important thing for him when wife Catherine and father King Charles III became ill, and wants to modernise the monarchy when he becomes sovereign.
Desperate search for boy missing in Australia outback
Desperate search for boy missing in Australia outback
The likelihood of finding a little boy lost in the outback is fading as family and searchers cling to hopes he has found shelter and is waiting to be rescued.
13 Gaza aid boats stopped as dozens sail on
13 Gaza aid boats stopped as dozens sail on
Thirty boats are continuing towards Gaza despite Israeli interception, as international protests and diplomatic tensions arise.
Wildlife advocate, primate expert Jane Goodall dies aged 91
Wildlife advocate, primate expert Jane Goodall dies aged 91
Scientist and activist Dame Jane Goodall, who turned her childhood love of primates into a lifelong quest for protecting the environment, has died at the age of 91.
Britain plans tougher settlement rules for refugees
Britain plans tougher settlement rules for refugees
Britain will no longer automatically extend settlement and family reunion rights to migrants granted asylum, the government says, in a further effort to curb immigration.
Mushroom murderer to appeal convictions
Mushroom murderer to appeal convictions
Australia's mushroom murderer Erin Patterson will appeal her convictions but she has been given an extra 28 days to file the paperwork.