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Sun, 12 Jul 2026 00:14:12 +0000
Third US strike on Iran triggers strait closure, attacks on regional bases
Iran reportedly responded to Sunday morning's US attacks by closing the Strait of Hormuz and targeting US bases in Qatar, Kuwait and Jordan.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 07:47:22 +0000
Family of Perth man raises questions over his Bali death
The family of Perth man Cameron Hughes, who died in a Bali immigration detention centre, says it has many questions about the circumstances surrounding his death.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 06:44:48 +0000
Lindsey Graham, pivotal US Republican senator, dies suddenly at 71
US senator Lindsey Graham, a key Republican who went from a vocal critic of Donald Trump to one of his most loyal allies, has died at age 71.

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 22:03:19 +0000
Body of missing Queensland mum found in bushland
A 48-year-old man has been charged with murder after the body of missing mother Jana Armstrong was found in bushland late on Saturday.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 02:06:41 +0000
Why Norway feels 'bitter' after contest of controversy against England
Norway felt England's equaliser shouldn't have stood after the ball appeared to get a deflection off a wire holding up the "spidercam" above the pitch, directly leading to England gaining possession and scoring.

Brisbane Times Headlines

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 18:57:28 +1000
Adelaide family target of antisemitic attack
A Jewish family in Adelaide's western suburbs has become the target of an antisemitic attack.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 18:56:08 +1000
Elderly runaway couple spark major police search
Family members believe Colin and Claudette may have left their nursing home to be together, having unsuccessfully tried to leave earlier last week.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 18:52:22 +1000
Plea for more tradies
More than 30,000 new apprentices are on the tools, but the industry warns that won't be enough to stop the rising cost of construction.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 18:52:21 +1000
Cotter levels the scores in Brookvale
Reuben Cotter crashes over the line to make it 18-18 in front of a rival Manly crowd.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 18:49:58 +1000
Foz-fall: Cowboys send Sea Eagles tumbling out of top eight
A week after a shock away loss to Parramatta, Kieran Foran suffered another blow – his first defeat at Brookvale Oval as Manly head coach.

Canberra Times

Independent Australia

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 07:00:00 +1000
Jacinta Allan Victoria's best bet due to rabid media's unhinged disdain
The “Ditch the Witch” campaign is back, now directed at Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan, and faithfully reported in the media with clear delight almost leaping from the pages and screens. read now...

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +1000
Assisted living amenities that improve quality of life
Assisted living communities extend beyond simple accommodations. Considerate amenities in these environments facilitate the comfort, engagement, and well-being of those residing there. read now...

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 20:30:00 +1000
Visa plan strategies for long-term success
Obtaining a visa is an exercise in foresight, patience, and organisation. As global mobility continues to increase, people and families are often looking for more permanent, secure alternatives. This methodical approach will help ensure a suc...

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +1000
Vale Derryn Hinch — the man who named them and shamed them
Unflinching journalist, broadcaster and former senator Derryn Hinch passed away on Friday, 10 July.  read now...

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +1000
Fertility rate falls: More and more Australians are choosing to be child-free
For a growing number of Australians, the decision to remain child-free is a rational calculation and deliberate survival strategy which should terrify us all. read now...

Otago Daily Times

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:48:07 +0000
Vanuatu earthquake: Magnitude 7.3 quake strikes near Luganville
The quake struck about 35km northeast of Luganville in Vanuatu.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:10:43 +0000
Mt Albert violence: Vehicle driven at group of partygoers, six injured in mass disorder
A car was also driven at partygoers and a number of vicious assaults reported.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:36:00 +0000
Emergency incident in Auckland’s Mt Albert: Four injured; police, ambulance at scene
70-100 people could be seen gathered in groups near the scene in Mt Albert.

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 20:09:14 +0000
Southern motorway crash near Ōtara injures three, lanes blocked
Police said the accident near Ōtara has blocked multiple lanes.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 22:35:44 +0000
1 dead, 2 in hospital after car crashes into Hawke’s Bay’s Wairoa River
Police believe they have found everyone from inside the vehicle, but divers will check.

Sydney Morning Herald National News

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 18:57:28 +1000
Adelaide family target of antisemitic attack
A Jewish family in Adelaide's western suburbs has become the target of an antisemitic attack.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 18:56:08 +1000
Elderly runaway couple spark major police search
Family members believe Colin and Claudette may have left their nursing home to be together, having unsuccessfully tried to leave earlier last week.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 18:52:22 +1000
Plea for more tradies
More than 30,000 new apprentices are on the tools, but the industry warns that won't be enough to stop the rising cost of construction.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 18:32:08 +1000
US and Iran trade fresh blows
The US has unleashed another powerful round of strikes on Iran, with Tehran responding by targeting multiple US-linked sites across the Middle East.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 18:31:40 +1000
BREAKING: Police hunt man after attempted murder of Sydney pensioner
Police have named a man they are searching for after a 74-year-old was attacked in Sydney.

Sydney Morning Herald World News

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 17:37:04 +1000
Lindsey Graham, long-time Republican senator and Trump ally, dies at 71
The senator passed away on Saturday from a “brief and sudden illness”.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 15:30:00 +1000
How an assassination by Trump and Netanyahu set up a victory for their enemy
The US and Israel thought killing Khamenei would trigger a democratic uprising. Instead, it brought generational change and made the Iran regime more powerful. 

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:45:00 +1000
‘Cake’ might have been any teenager, anywhere
Thanchanok Donhomla, known as Cake, was very much loved; a dutiful teenager who looked after her great-aunts and baby cousin, and washed people’s dishes to help make ends meet.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 12:50:56 +1000
Prince Harry gets down with the kids
The Duke of Sussex has taken part in a spot of goat yoga during his final public appearance of the week.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 12:31:20 +1000
Prince Harry gets down with the kids at goat yoga
The Duke of Sussex took part in a charity event for bereaved children of military personnel in his final public appearance of the week.

The Age

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT
Shorten veers left on treaty, boats
Bill Shorten has sparked a political storm over sudden policy moves that appeal to the Labor Left.

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT
Course set for vote failure
Progressive politics is close to killing off the worthy idea of constitutional recognition of the indigenous peoples.

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT
Labor props up budget with raids
Queensland Treasurer Curtis Pitt has ordered sweeping raids to prop up the cash-strapped state’s ailing budget.

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT
Fears over Brexit wipe $30bn
Shares fell yesterday, wiping more than $30 billion in value, as investors braced for a British vote to leave the EU.

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:15:00 GMT
‘Dole destiny’ for STEM grads
Efforts to increase the number of people studying science and maths are wrongheaded, says Productivity Commission.

The Australian

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT
Shorten veers left on treaty, boats
Bill Shorten has sparked a political storm over sudden policy moves that appeal to the Labor Left.

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT
Course set for vote failure
Progressive politics is close to killing off the worthy idea of constitutional recognition of the indigenous peoples.

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT
Labor props up budget with raids
Queensland Treasurer Curtis Pitt has ordered sweeping raids to prop up the cash-strapped state’s ailing budget.

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT
Fears over Brexit wipe $30bn
Shares fell yesterday, wiping more than $30 billion in value, as investors braced for a British vote to leave the EU.

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:15:00 GMT
‘Dole destiny’ for STEM grads
Efforts to increase the number of people studying science and maths are wrongheaded, says Productivity Commission.

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