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COP31 summit targets major electrification push as 1.5C goal slips away Posted on Monday November 09, 2026
The climate summit will push for nations around the world to electrify their energy faster and move away from fossil fuels, as Chris Bowen predicts global temperatures will rise to 2.6 degrees above pre-industrial levels.
Breaking: Russell Brand jailed for more than 10 years for rape and sexual assault Posted on Monday November 09, 2026
Russell Brand was found guilty last week of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault relating to four women between 2004 and 2009.
The sales tactics to be on alert for this Black Friday Posted on Monday November 09, 2026
Bogus "countdown timers", false "storewide" discount claims and misleading price comparisons are in the spotlight as the consumer watchdog cracks down this sales season.
Gunman dies in hospital after killing six and injuring 15 in Krakow shooting Posted on Monday November 09, 2026
A gunman who killed six people and injured 15 others in a mass shooting in central Krakow, Poland, has died in hospital.
WA Aboriginal affairs minister visits Pilbara amid child welfare crisis Posted on Monday November 09, 2026
Don Punch faces calls to resign as he visits South Hedland for the first time since reports emerged of children living in squalid conditions.
Ukrainian drone attack sets Russia's Kirishi refinery ablaze Posted on Monday November 09, 2026
Russia's second-largest oil refinery has been set ablaze following a Ukrainian drone attack that killed a local woman, a day before Russian, Ukrainian and US negotiators sit down for their first peace talks since February.
Police charged over alleged e-bike hit and run in Sydney Posted on Monday November 09, 2026
NSW Police is reviewing the employment status of two constables, aged 27 and 25, following the alleged hit and run.
Fagan's understudy Bruce named Brisbane's new senior coach Posted on Monday November 09, 2026
Brisbane goes in-house to choose its successor to three-time premiership winning coach Chris Fagan, as Cameron Bruce wins the race for the prized job.
Fuel retailer accused of selling unleaded 91 as premium petrol Posted on Monday November 09, 2026
The WA Commissioner for Consumer Protection launches civil court action against a fuel retailer it alleges has been making false or misleading claims about the octane rating of petrol.
This bouquet may look beautiful, but the weeds are killing our native plants Posted on Monday November 09, 2026
An arrangement of weeds that are infesting parts of WA's South West gets a couple of gongs that the winner hopes will help to highlight the issue of problem plants.
Warner says Khawaja's ball-tampering claim '100 per cent accurate' Posted on Monday November 09, 2026
David Warner throws his full support behind his childhood friend, Usman Khawaja, while slamming Cricket Australia's investigation into ball tampering.
Premier says tougher laws 'will be considered' after war memorials damaged Posted on Monday November 09, 2026
Queensland premier David Crisafulli says tougher laws "will be considered" after two separate acts of vandalism on war memorials over the last 48 hours.
NT teen 'keyboard warrior' charged with terrorism offences seeks bail Posted on Monday November 09, 2026
Lawyers for a Northern Territory teenager charged with terrorism offences last month say he is a "keyboard warrior" who should be "treated, not penalised", as a court considers his application for bail.
Calls for data centre moratorium 'until we get the rules right' Posted on Monday November 09, 2026
The Conservation Council is calling for a moratorium on new data centre developments in the ACT until tougher rules are in place, amid "increasing concerns" about the impact on Canberra's water supply and electricity grid.
Demerits systems weren't designed for social media, that's now a major problem Posted on Monday November 09, 2026
After demerit points black markets are exposed by 7.30, the man who oversaw the introduction of Queensland's system in the 90s says the Crisafulli government must act.
Premier accepts big pay rise after initially saying it was 'out of step' Posted on Monday November 09, 2026
All Tasmanian parliamentarians are now receiving the full 22 per cent pay rise they are entitled to, including the premier, who previously said it was "out of step with community expectations".
Greene's ex-teammate says he abandoned Giants with Cats move Posted on Monday November 09, 2026
Joe Fonti takes aim at his former skipper after his defection to Geelong as the Giants look to make up for a host of lost experience.
'I want to come home now': Teenager texted mother on night of her death Posted on Monday November 09, 2026
A 19-year-old woman who died after an alleged violent assault at a Bundamba home in 2023 texted her mother saying she wanted to come home on the night of her death.
150 years ago a mishap in an SA paddock revolutionised farming Posted on Monday November 09, 2026
The inventor of the stump-jump plough was initially dismissed as a "fool and a lunatic", but the innovation changed farming forever.
Desperate Triple Zero calls played in Floreat double murder inquest Posted on Monday November 09, 2026
An inquest into the deaths of Jennifer and Gretl Petelczyc, who were murdered in their home by Mark Bombara, hears frantic Triple Zero calls made in the moments before they were fatally shot.
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Watch: Moment judge sentences Brand in court Posted on Monday November 09, 2026 Russell Brand was sentenced for rape and three counts of sexual assault at Southwark Crown Court on Monday. Civil servant who juggled five jobs found guilty of fraud Posted on Monday November 09, 2026 Kashim Chowdhury had secretly held multiple public sector jobs on full-time salaries. Krakow shooting suspect has died in hospital, police say Posted on Monday November 09, 2026 Six people were killed in the shooting, and three bodies of the suspect's family members were found at their home. Inside the French drug gangs recruiting children to kill Posted on Monday November 09, 2026 The BBC enters Marseille's dangerous underworld, where young people are trapped, brutalised and exploited. Cruise ship pianist rescued from sea after nine hours in Pacific Ocean Posted on Monday November 09, 2026 Two US fishermen say they spotted the man treading water around 20 miles (32km) off the Californian coast. Ground Force and Homes Under the Hammer star Tommy Walsh dies aged 69 Posted on Monday November 09, 2026 The building and DIY expert also appeared on TV shows like Challenge Tommy Walsh and Clean It, Fix It. Thick fog disrupts travel with further weather warning issued Posted on Monday November 09, 2026 Fog is causing disruption on Monday morning for many across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Woman says Al Fayed's brother drugged and sexually abused her at Highland estate Posted on Monday November 09, 2026 The woman says she was flown to the Fayed family's Balnagown estate, where she was repeatedly assaulted. Man jailed over racist Badenoch death threats Posted on Monday November 09, 2026 Kieran Kyle sent emails to the Tory party leader in which he made racist references, a court hears. A glimmer of good news for Britain's sleepy dormouse Posted on Monday November 09, 2026 New figures suggest hazel dormice may be recovering after decades of decline, with warmer summers boosting survival. Who is the suspected Chinese spy at centre of the Nvidia investigation? Posted on Monday November 09, 2026 Alice Huang, a Chinese businesswoman, had a close relationship with Nvidia boss Jensen Huang, reports say. Doing these things now will help you save money at Christmas Posted on Monday November 09, 2026 Small decisions made now can make a big difference to your festive finances, charities say, so here are some tips. What's your love language - and does it actually mean anything? Posted on Monday November 09, 2026 The theory of ‘Love Languages’ has no scientific origin but it's often still mentioned in modern dating. What we know so far about the next James Bond film Posted on Monday November 09, 2026 Josh O'Connor, Jack Lowden and Callum Turner are reportedly in the frame to replace Daniel Craig. Find out who's in the running for this year's Booker Prize Posted on Monday November 09, 2026 The winner of this year's literary award will be announced in London on Monday. 'I've got a band now' - Club anthem star Shygirl on why she's switching up her sound Posted on Monday November 09, 2026 Fans know her for big electronic bangers, but the singer and DJ has come back with an indie-tinged sound. Sports Personality of the Year returns - with five awards decided by public Posted on Monday November 09, 2026 BBC Sports Personality of the Year will be held on 13 December - and audiences will have more influence than ever over the awards. James Bulger's killer to stay in prison after parole hearing Posted on Monday November 09, 2026 Jon Venables told parole staff dealing with his latest review that he was not seeking release. Government's EV targets expected to be reduced this week Posted on Monday November 09, 2026 New petrol or diesel cars are due to be phased out by 2030 and by 2035 all new cars must be zero emission. At least 39 die after Europe-bound migrant boat sinks off Senegal Posted on Monday November 09, 2026 The Atlantic crossing to Spain's Canary Islands remains dangerous for migrants seeking a better life
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