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Sat, 27 Jun 2026 14:53:49 +1000‘An earthquake in the security system’: How did a plane crash into Beijing’s tallest building?
The crash at the 108-storey CITIC Tower has triggered questions about how a small plane was able to fly into the centre of Beijing after a recent crackdown over the city’s airspace.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:23:07 +1000‘Bloodsport’: Pete Buttigieg says he was separated from children after false police report
Police and a child protective services worker came to his home after receiving an anonymous report alleging that he posed a danger to his children, he said.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +1000Trump returns to scene of DC shooting, sets out his aggressive election plan
The US president says communism is spreading through the Democratic Party “like an uncontrollable form of cancer”, calling it “the greatest threat to our country since its founding”.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 11:25:20 +1000Trump warns 'communists' taking over the Democratic party are 'most serious threat' to US
Seeking to energize his base ahead of November's midterm elections, President Donald Trump warned that "godless communists" taking over the Democratic Party pose "the most serious threat" to the U.S. since its founding as he addressed the Faith & Fre...
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 10:31:12 +1000US launches new Iran strikes over attack on ship that Trump says violated ceasefire
The developments come during a fragile time for the US and Iran as they work to negotiate a permanent end to the war.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 08:44:28 +1000More than 51,000 missing: The desperate search for Venezuela earthquake survivors as death toll climbs
The number of casualties from the back-to-back earthquakes has neared 1000, with thousands more reported missing and frantic rescue efforts continuing.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 08:10:43 +1000US launches strikes against Iran following commercial ship attack
The US has launched strikes against Iran, in response to an attack on a commercial ship in the Strait of Hormuz.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 07:45:41 +1000UK’s June temperature record broken for second straight day
The UK's June temperature record has been broken for the second day in a row.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 07:45:31 +1000Light plane crashes into Beijing’s tallest building
Footage has captured the shocking moment a light plane crashed into Beijing's tallest building.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 07:35:47 +1000Venezuela earthquake death toll rises
The death toll from the earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to at least 920, with more than 3000 people injured.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 06:05:00 +1000Sarah Ferguson visited Epstein twice as he served prison sentence
The former Duchess of York planned to meet convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein a third time, but her travel plans fell through at the last minute.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +1000For some Americans, their big birthday bash is a bittersweet affair
On a World Cup high, many citizens are torn between their dislike for US President Donald Trump and their loyalty to and love for their country.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 20:10:40 +1000Death toll expected to rise in Venezuela earthquake
There are fears the death toll from the Venezuela earthquake could jump to 10,000 people.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:00:00 +1000Australians have lost trust in Donald Trump but not the US
Australians think the US president is about as trustworthy as the Chinese president.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:55:16 +1000Twin quakes shake Venezuelan baseball game
The Delfines de la Guaira prepare to play the Samanes De Aragua in Macuto as the quakes hit.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:44:39 +1000The kingmaker who stunned the US Democratic establishment – again
Election results in New York have raised concerns about the party’s direction and electability as it tries to starve Donald Trump of power at the November midterms.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:50:00 +1000Is Andy Burnham the man to fight the right?
The man almost certain to become UK prime minister faces an almighty challenge in winning back angry and disgruntled voters.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:17:26 +1000Watch the moment a powerful earthquake strikes Venezuela
At least 188 people are dead and the death toll is expected to rise
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:01:00 +1000King Charles reveals personal tax bill for first time
In an unprecedented move, the monarchy has published new details about its finances after years of debate about the cost of the royal family.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 06:41:08 +1000Parts of Europe and UK swelter through 40 degree days
Millions of people have sweltered through 40 degree temperatures in Europe and the UK.