6 h. ago ‘She knew the risks. She did it anyway’: The brutal detention and death of a young Ukrainian journalist

The body of 27-year-old Viktoriia Roshchyna was returned to Ukraine in February, nearly five months after Russian authorities said she had died during a prison transfer

Events

9 h. ago WA prisons boss revoked support for GPS tracking in regional areas

In the April 11 letter, obtained by the opposition, Corrective Services Commissioner Brad Royce said issues with GPS tracking in metro areas could be resolved promptly but regional areas posed a risk to victims of the offenders.

Events

14 h. ago This ‘Barbie tanning drug’ creates a ‘summer glow’. But is it worth the risk?

Melanotan has been growing in popularity, largely thanks to social media. But dermatologists are issuing stern warnings against its unregulated use.

Politics

16 h. ago US, Ukraine sign deal giving America ‘preferential access’ to minerals wealth

The agreement, which would create a joint US-Ukrainian fund for reconstruction, was struck after months of fraught negotiations and an eleventh-hour snag.

Society

30 h. ago Erin Patterson trial as it happened: Alleged Leongatha mushroom cook didn’t ingest death caps, ‘no record’ she had cancer, jury told

Erin Patterson is facing trial after pleading not guilty over a fatal mushroom lunch. Today, Nanette Rogers, SC, will present the prosecution’s case against Patterson.

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30 h. ago Alleged mushroom cook didn’t ingest death caps, ‘no record’ she had cancer, jury told: Trial day one, as it happened

Erin Patterson is facing trial after pleading not guilty over a fatal mushroom lunch. Today, Nanette Rogers, SC, will present the prosecution’s case against Patterson.

Events

32 h. ago Alleged victim of mushroom poisoning queried different plate before death, jury told

One of three people who died after consuming a death-cap mushroom dish wondered why Erin Patterson's plate was different to her own, a jury has been told.

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34 h. ago Mother in court as killer details how he hit and choked her daughter

The mother, who earlier gave evidence in the Brisbane murder trial, has heard details about the death of her daughter, who was found in a tool box 10 months later.

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36 h. ago Erin Patterson trial LIVE updates: Alleged Leongatha mushroom cook didn’t ingest death caps, ‘no record’ she had cancer, jury told

Erin Patterson is facing trial after pleading not guilty over a fatal mushroom lunch. Today, Nanette Rogers, SC, will present the prosecution’s case against Patterson.

Events

44 h. ago Trumpet of Patriots rush to preselection is proving a big risk

The Trumpet of Patriots choice of candidates in this federal election is leaving a lot to be desired.

Politics

57 h. ago ‘Nothing to do with climate change’: League player’s family accuse teal MP of politicising his death

Dr Sophie Scamps referenced the tragic training death of Manly Sea Eagles player Keith Titmuss when she addressed a community forum about the environment.

Politics

57 h. ago Prayer notes and smell of death led police to body on Brisbane balcony

The body of Chinese national Qiong Yan was found in a large tool box at her Hamilton home. A jury has been told her alleged killer was motivated by greed.

Events

57 h. ago WA news LIVE: Investigation launched into body found on boat moored in Bicton

Brad Pitt will star in a film adaptation of famed WA novelist Tim Winton’s Booker Prize-shortlisted novel The Riders. Meanwhile, a Perth may finally get some answers on the death of a loved one, five years later. Follow our live coverage here.

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68 h. ago Pretend friends, real risks. Harming kids is now part of big tech’s business model

Meta boss Mark Zuckerberg said famously “move fast and break things”. But now it’s children and families who are being broken by the relentless thirst for big tech profit.

Politics

68 h. ago Bittersweet moments: Where trainer Maddie Raymond is finding joy after death of her father

Trainer Maddie Raymond reflects on life without her father, Eddie, ahead of the three-day Warrnambool Racing Carnival.

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3 d. ago Vatican sets date for conclave to elect new pope following death of Francis

Roman Catholic cardinals will meet from May 7 in a secret conclave to elect the church’s new leader.

Events

3 d. ago Selfies, hecklers and obscenities as Albanese risks a walk down the street

“You’re the reason we’re broke, bro”, said one man driving past the prime minister. Another called him something that only an Australian would consider a compliment.

Politics

3 d. ago Bondi Junction attacker searched for serial killers online, sought access to guns

Joel Cauchi was severely mentally ill but “effectively unmedicated” and unmonitored for about five years before his death, an inquest has heard.

Events

3 d. ago Rugby in Australia is under attack. But it’s not from the NRL

At least 25 young Australian players have moved, or are moving, to France as the brutal realities of professionalism hit Australia.

Sport

3 d. ago ‘Darkest day in our city’s history’: Vancouver death toll climbs to 11

A 30-year-old man with a significant history of mental health-related interactions with authorities is in police custody after a car ploughed through crowds at a Filipino cultural festival in Vancouver.

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