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A spectacular Olympics opening ceremony in Paris..

And competition gets underway tonight our time with plenty of Aussies in action.

A spectacular Olympics opening ceremony in Paris..

And competition gets underway tonight our time with plenty of Aussies in action.

03:00

27 Jul 24

Rallies protesting violence against women getting underway across Australia

Plus- Celine Dion wraps up the opening ceremony in Paris.

Rallies protesting violence against women getting underway across Australia

Plus- Celine Dion wraps up the opening ceremony in Paris.

02:35

27 Jul 24

Paris 2024 Olympic Games officially declared open

Plus- our PM calls for a ceasefure in Gaza.

Paris 2024 Olympic Games officially declared open

Plus- our PM calls for a ceasefure in Gaza.

02:40

26 Jul 24

Lady Gaga performance begins rainy Opening Ceremony in Paris

Plus- Barack Obama endorses Kamala Harris as the democratic nominee.

Lady Gaga performance begins rainy Opening Ceremony in Paris

Plus- Barack Obama endorses Kamala Harris as the democratic nominee.

02:39

26 Jul 24

Three men charged over forced teen marriage

The trio is accused of forcing two teenagers, one younger than 15, to get married

Three men charged over forced teen marriage

The trio is accused of forcing two teenagers, one younger than 15, to get married

02:11

26 Jul 24

Reports senior minister will cop the chop in Albo's cabinet reshuffle

The Nine papers are reporting Claire O'Neil will lose her Home Affairs portfolio

Reports senior minister will cop the chop in Albo's cabinet reshuffle

The Nine papers are reporting Claire O'Neil will lose her Home Affairs portfolio

02:12

26 Jul 24

Massive fire strands Aussie tourists in Bali's Seminyak; Business closures skyrocket with record 11,000 insolvencies

Last night's blaze engulfing 16 villas.

Massive fire strands Aussie tourists in Bali's Seminyak; Business closures skyrocket with record 11,000 insolvencies

Last night's blaze engulfing 16 villas.

02:09

26 Jul 24

Berejiklian's reputation hit as court appeal fails; Aussie tourists in Bali scramble after Seminyak fire destroys 16 villas

The former NSW Premier was unable to overturn corruption findings linked to her secret relationship with Daryl Maguire.

Berejiklian's reputation hit as court appeal fails; Aussie tourists in Bali scramble after Seminyak fire destroys 16 villas

The former NSW Premier was unable to overturn corruption findings linked to her secret relationship with Daryl Maguire.

01:37

26 Jul 24

Premier unveils new domestic violence plan

Plus: A shocking admission from the chief of the Queensland Ambulance Service.

Premier unveils new domestic violence plan

Plus: A shocking admission from the chief of the Queensland Ambulance Service.

02:10

26 Jul 24

Controversial Aussie coach to stay in Paris despite supporting South Korea

Swim team decided they still needed the services of Michael Palfrey

Controversial Aussie coach to stay in Paris despite supporting South Korea

Swim team decided they still needed the services of Michael Palfrey

01:38

25 Jul 24

14yr old charged over high school lockdown

Plus: Investigations continue into the Bowen hit and run that killed a cyclist in the 60s.

14yr old charged over high school lockdown

Plus: Investigations continue into the Bowen hit and run that killed a cyclist in the 60s.

02:08

25 Jul 24

Support for Australia to become a republic has surged

Men and millennials most keen to cut ties with Charles.

Support for Australia to become a republic has surged

Men and millennials most keen to cut ties with Charles.

01:39

25 Jul 24

Federal Court rules that weed killer Roundup doesn't cause cancer

02:07

25 Jul 24

Major university owns up to underpaying staff for 11 years

02:08

25 Jul 24

Two government ministers exit politics; Pilots killed in WA helicopter collision

Linda Burney and Brendan O'Connor are bowing out of federal politics.

Two government ministers exit politics; Pilots killed in WA helicopter collision

Linda Burney and Brendan O'Connor are bowing out of federal politics.

02:05

25 Jul 24

Albanese to announce Cabinet reshuffle after ministerial retirements; Biden backs Harris as fresh voice for November election

In a heartfelt address from the Oval Office, Joe Biden has called it the honour of his life to serve as President.

Albanese to announce Cabinet reshuffle after ministerial retirements; Biden backs Harris as fresh voice for November election

In a heartfelt address from the Oval Office, Joe Biden has called it the honour of his life to serve as President.

01:38

25 Jul 24

North Queensland Cyclist dead in Bowen alleged hit and run

Initial investigations indicate the man had been struck by a vehicle, which failed to remain at the scene.

North Queensland Cyclist dead in Bowen alleged hit and run

Initial investigations indicate the man had been struck by a vehicle, which failed to remain at the scene.

02:08

25 Jul 24

BREAKING: Fireworks as Katy Perry confirmed as this year's AFL Grand Final entertainment

Fireworks as Katy Perry confirmed as this year's AFL Grand Final entertainment

BREAKING: Fireworks as Katy Perry confirmed as this year's AFL Grand Final entertainment

Fireworks as Katy Perry confirmed as this year's AFL Grand Final entertainment

02:07

24 Jul 24

Townsville Nightclub cops thousands in fines

FLNDRS Nightclub will pay a total of $7600 for its promotions allowing patrons unlimited spirit refills for an hour costing only 20 - 30 bucks.

Townsville Nightclub cops thousands in fines

FLNDRS Nightclub will pay a total of $7600 for its promotions allowing patrons unlimited spirit refills for an hour costing only 20 - 30 bucks.

02:07

24 Jul 24

Aussie flag bearers named; Russian arrested in Paris over plans to destabilise Olympics; And Israeli PM in America, sparking protests

03:38

24 Jul 24

Housing group blames high cost of living for Australia's baby recession

02:08

24 Jul 24

AFL player accused of involvement in burglaries to fight charges

02:08

24 Jul 24

Tragedy in Tasmania as missing bushwalker found dead; Fresh US polls show Kamala Harris leading Trump

Police say the man, who had military training, likely fell from a height near Federation Peak.

Tragedy in Tasmania as missing bushwalker found dead; Fresh US polls show Kamala Harris leading Trump

Police say the man, who had military training, likely fell from a height near Federation Peak.

02:09

24 Jul 24

Jetstar flight makes emergency landing safely; French police investigate assault on Aussie tourist amid Olympic team security ramp-up

A Jetstar flight from Sydney to Adelaide has had to make an emergency landing due to a hydraulic system issue.

Jetstar flight makes emergency landing safely; French police investigate assault on Aussie tourist amid Olympic team security ramp-up

A Jetstar flight from Sydney to Adelaide has had to make an emergency landing due to a hydraulic system issue.

01:38

24 Jul 24

Fight against youth offenders making inroads

An independent evaluation has found the Youth Co-Responder Teams Program has significantly reduced the rate of youth offending in Townsville since it's inception 3 years ago.

Fight against youth offenders making inroads

An independent evaluation has found the Youth Co-Responder Teams Program has significantly reduced the rate of youth offending in Townsville since it's inception 3 years ago.

02:07

23 Jul 24

US Secret Service boss quits; Biden spotted in public; And Aussie athletes urged not to wear uniform outside village after Paris assault

03:21

23 Jul 24

American charged over the alleged murder of Australian in Thailand

02:08

23 Jul 24

AFP dismantle transnational trafficking operation after 20 month probe

02:08

23 Jul 24

CrowdStrike admits compensation talks unavoidable after global IT outage; Consumer confidence hits six-month high.

It's after 8.5 million Windows devices showed the blue screen of death.

CrowdStrike admits compensation talks unavoidable after global IT outage; Consumer confidence hits six-month high.

It's after 8.5 million Windows devices showed the blue screen of death.

02:07

23 Jul 24

Australian man stabbed to death in Thailand after restaurant dispute

Found with wounds on his abdomen, leg and arm, Liam Michael Ross later died in hospital.

Australian man stabbed to death in Thailand after restaurant dispute

Found with wounds on his abdomen, leg and arm, Liam Michael Ross later died in hospital.

01:36

23 Jul 24

Townsville city centre could be key in solving the housing crisis

It comes as the Oxford economics Building in Australia report says the government will fall short of it's one million homes by 2029 target.

Townsville city centre could be key in solving the housing crisis

It comes as the Oxford economics Building in Australia report says the government will fall short of it's one million homes by 2029 target.

02:09

23 Jul 24

BREAKING: Biden speaks for first time since dropping out of US election

The President and Kamala Harris have both addressed campaign organisers this morning

BREAKING: Biden speaks for first time since dropping out of US election

The President and Kamala Harris have both addressed campaign organisers this morning

01:39

22 Jul 24

PARIS ASSAULT: Reports Australian woman attacked by multiple men

French authorities are investigating

PARIS ASSAULT: Reports Australian woman attacked by multiple men

French authorities are investigating

02:50

22 Jul 24

Canegrowers losing $4m a day to industrial action

Plus: Amnesty International is condemning the human rights violations and violent assaults on children who are detained in Queensland adult watchhouses.

Canegrowers losing $4m a day to industrial action

Plus: Amnesty International is condemning the human rights violations and violent assaults on children who are detained in Queensland adult watchhouses.

02:06

22 Jul 24

Kamala Harris delivers first speech since Biden dropped re election bid; And US Secret Service boss grilled over Trump rally

02:42

22 Jul 24

Police still unsure how pram rolled onto train tracks in weekend tragedy

02:08

22 Jul 24

Prime Minister promises comprehensive review following global IT outage

02:07

22 Jul 24

Biden exits presidential race, praised for putting America first; "Hero" father identified

A "hero" father has been identified after he tragically died attempting to rescue his twin toddlers from train tracks.

Biden exits presidential race, praised for putting America first; "Hero" father identified

A "hero" father has been identified after he tragically died attempting to rescue his twin toddlers from train tracks.

02:10

22 Jul 24

Albanese congratulates Biden alongside global leaders; IT meltdown issues could last two weeks

The US President deciding not to seek re-election, believing it's best for the Democrats and the nation.

Albanese congratulates Biden alongside global leaders; IT meltdown issues could last two weeks

The US President deciding not to seek re-election, believing it's best for the Democrats and the nation.

01:41

22 Jul 24

Kelso Man allegedly threatens to bring a gun to nightclub

A quick search of his nearby car found that he did allegedly have a rifle.

Kelso Man allegedly threatens to bring a gun to nightclub

A quick search of his nearby car found that he did allegedly have a rifle.

02:10

22 Jul 24

End in sight for sugar negotiations as FWC engaged

Plus: Bob Katter's using last week's global IT outage to remind us of the benefits of cash.

End in sight for sugar negotiations as FWC engaged

Plus: Bob Katter's using last week's global IT outage to remind us of the benefits of cash.

02:07

21 Jul 24

BREAKING: Kamala Harris 'honoured' to receive Biden's endorsement, PM thanks Biden; And Aussie Oscar Piastri wins first F1

02:34

21 Jul 24

BREAKING: Joe Biden has withdrawn from the US Presidential race

It's unclear just yet who will replace him as the Democratic nominee

BREAKING: Joe Biden has withdrawn from the US Presidential race

It's unclear just yet who will replace him as the Democratic nominee

03:13

21 Jul 24

Crowdstrike 'close' to solution for global outage

01:38

21 Jul 24

Man and child killed in horror train incident

01:38

21 Jul 24

Travel disruptions at Sydney Airport amid strong winds; Survey shows 45% of small business owners may shut down

The west-facing runway is handling all traffic, cutting hourly landings from 50 to 23.

Travel disruptions at Sydney Airport amid strong winds; Survey shows 45% of small business owners may shut down

The west-facing runway is handling all traffic, cutting hourly landings from 50 to 23.

02:08

21 Jul 24

One week after assassination attempt, Trump rallies in Michigan with VP pick JD Vance

Donald Trump is making a swift return to the campaign trail.

One week after assassination attempt, Trump rallies in Michigan with VP pick JD Vance

Donald Trump is making a swift return to the campaign trail.

02:07

20 Jul 24

High Alert for Australians: scammers exploit CrowdStrike outage; Israeli Airstrikes hit Yemen post-Tel Aviv attack

Scammers are exploiting the CrowdStrike outage that hit major institutions like banks and emergency services.

High Alert for Australians: scammers exploit CrowdStrike outage; Israeli Airstrikes hit Yemen post-Tel Aviv attack

Scammers are exploiting the CrowdStrike outage that hit major institutions like banks and emergency services.

02:08

20 Jul 24

Retailers and other businesses recover from the mass IT outage.

Now the question is who pays for the damage bill from the outage.

Retailers and other businesses recover from the mass IT outage.

Now the question is who pays for the damage bill from the outage.

03:09

20 Jul 24

The latest on the IT outage .. and Joe Biden's camp say he's not stepping down.

Watch out for scammers after the IT outage .. and Biden says he'll be back campaigning next week.

The latest on the IT outage .. and Joe Biden's camp say he's not stepping down.

Watch out for scammers after the IT outage .. and Biden says he'll be back campaigning next week.

02:55

20 Jul 24

Home Affairs Minister delivers update on massive IT outage

02:13

20 Jul 24

Software update gone 'horribly wrong' blamed for worldwide IT outage

02:41

19 Jul 24

Experts say full recovery from massive IT outage could take weeks

02:32

19 Jul 24

Emergency meetings held after the 'largest IT outage in history'

02:39

19 Jul 24

IT experts work through the night to restore millions of computers

Global security glitch shuts down millions of Windows computers on Friday afternoon.

IT experts work through the night to restore millions of computers

Global security glitch shuts down millions of Windows computers on Friday afternoon.

01:14

19 Jul 24

BREAKING: Major Windows 11 glitch impacting millions worldwide

Airports, supermarkets, petrol stations and broadcasters among those impacted.

BREAKING: Major Windows 11 glitch impacting millions worldwide

Airports, supermarkets, petrol stations and broadcasters among those impacted.

01:14

19 Jul 24

Trump promises unity in Republican nomination speech; Six arrested in NSW and Victoria scam crackdown

The former President's speech including a dramatic recount of last weekend's assassination attempt.

Trump promises unity in Republican nomination speech; Six arrested in NSW and Victoria scam crackdown

The former President's speech including a dramatic recount of last weekend's assassination attempt.

02:10

19 Jul 24

PM labels MediSecure data breach as major cyber event; Biden urged to exit ahead of Democratic convention

The hack impacting nearly half of Australia - with Federal Police now investigating.

PM labels MediSecure data breach as major cyber event; Biden urged to exit ahead of Democratic convention

The hack impacting nearly half of Australia - with Federal Police now investigating.

01:38

19 Jul 24

Miles labelled the most unpopular premier in years

Polls show 57% of people would prefer an LNP government on a two-party preferred basis.

Miles labelled the most unpopular premier in years

Polls show 57% of people would prefer an LNP government on a two-party preferred basis.

02:07

18 Jul 24

Almost half of Aussie population impacted by cyber attack; And Trump to deliver first speech since assassination attempt today

01:40

18 Jul 24

Youth crime taskforce crackdown in Townsville

02:10

18 Jul 24

Obama joins calls for Biden to rethink re-election bid; Good signs RBA will keep rates on hold; And man detained after threatening Taylor Swift

03:17

18 Jul 24

Retail crime worsens in Australia with one state outpacing the rest

02:08

18 Jul 24

More Aussies plunged into unemployment despite uptick in new jobs

02:08

18 Jul 24

JD Vance accepts Republican VP Nomination; Labor cuts CFMEU ties over corruption allegations

Meanwhile, Joe Biden has tested positive for Covid, just as a new poll reveals 65 per-cent of Democats want the President to step aside.

JD Vance accepts Republican VP Nomination; Labor cuts CFMEU ties over corruption allegations

Meanwhile, Joe Biden has tested positive for Covid, just as a new poll reveals 65 per-cent of Democats want the President to step aside.

02:13

18 Jul 24

SPECIAL: PM Weighs in on Reef HQ debate

Anthony Albanese says "he understands how important the aquarium is to the city." Plus what could be done to solidify it's future.

SPECIAL: PM Weighs in on Reef HQ debate

Anthony Albanese says "he understands how important the aquarium is to the city." Plus what could be done to solidify it's future.

01:35

18 Jul 24

Sugar negotiations soon needing intervention - Unions

Plus: Anthony Albanese weighs in on Reef HQ debate.

Sugar negotiations soon needing intervention - Unions

Plus: Anthony Albanese weighs in on Reef HQ debate.

02:09

18 Jul 24

BREAKING: Biden tests positive to COVID, impacting his re-election campaign

It comes as polls are not in the US President's favour

BREAKING: Biden tests positive to COVID, impacting his re-election campaign

It comes as polls are not in the US President's favour

02:12

17 Jul 24

Reef HQ "at risk" after disappointing government response

Plus: The Maroons were brave but even a vocal 52-thousand-strong crowd couldn't get them over the line last night.

Reef HQ "at risk" after disappointing government response

Plus: The Maroons were brave but even a vocal 52-thousand-strong crowd couldn't get them over the line last night.

02:09

17 Jul 24

NSW break 19-year hoodoo claiming Origin victory in Brisbane; And Labor's national executive to meet on CFMEU today

03:27

17 Jul 24

ACTU suspends CFMEU until it cleans it's act up

02:08

17 Jul 24

10 years on from the MH17 tragedy - Victims remembered at Parliament House

02:08

17 Jul 24

Labor faces backlash on CFMEU scandal; Dutton slams government's response as inadequate

The federal government will appoint an independent administrator to clean up the union.

Labor faces backlash on CFMEU scandal; Dutton slams government's response as inadequate

The federal government will appoint an independent administrator to clean up the union.

02:05

17 Jul 24

Paid parking on the Strand will go ahead

Councillor Kurt Rehbein's to pause the paid parking measures has failed after debate in the Council chamber today.

Paid parking on the Strand will go ahead

Councillor Kurt Rehbein's to pause the paid parking measures has failed after debate in the Council chamber today.

02:07

17 Jul 24

Another state bans CFMEU from Labor Party amid allegations of bikie ties; And Kevin Rudd slams Jack Black's band over Trump comment

01:39

16 Jul 24

Do not engage, police on recent crime surge

Plus: Council votes on paid parking plans.

Do not engage, police on recent crime surge

Plus: Council votes on paid parking plans.

02:09

16 Jul 24

US reportedly given intel of Iran plot to kill Trump; Jack Black cancels band's Aussie tour; And Qld and NSW battle it out tonight for the Origin decider

01:59

16 Jul 24

Tragedy strikes at popular swimming spot in Northern Queensland

02:07

16 Jul 24

Man dead and woman injured following DV incident in NSW

02:08

16 Jul 24

Hero's welcome for Trump at GOP Convention post-attack; AFL Tribunal hears appeals from Cameron, Bedford, Davies

With a bandage over his ear, the official GOP nominee appeared on the big screen, prompting a standing ovation and chants.

Hero's welcome for Trump at GOP Convention post-attack; AFL Tribunal hears appeals from Cameron, Bedford, Davies

With a bandage over his ear, the official GOP nominee appeared on the big screen, prompting a standing ovation and chants.

02:05

16 Jul 24

Government scraps patient travel subsidy 4 day rule

Currently, people pay out-of-pocket for some nights' accommodation, unless they can get an exemption.

Government scraps patient travel subsidy 4 day rule

Currently, people pay out-of-pocket for some nights' accommodation, unless they can get an exemption.

02:10

16 Jul 24

Trump named Republican nominee, selects JD Vance as running mate after surviving assassination attempt

The 39-year-old Ohio Senator receiving a standing ovation at the convention.

Trump named Republican nominee, selects JD Vance as running mate after surviving assassination attempt

The 39-year-old Ohio Senator receiving a standing ovation at the convention.

01:36

16 Jul 24

Go fund me started for family of Garbutt house fire victim

Benjamin Stonehouse was one of the two 18-year-olds who died in Friday afternoon's blaze.

Go fund me started for family of Garbutt house fire victim

Benjamin Stonehouse was one of the two 18-year-olds who died in Friday afternoon's blaze.

02:07

15 Jul 24

BREAKING: Trump names Vice Presidential pick, while judge dismisses classified documents case; And snow amid an East Coast cold snap

Experts say the attempted assassination is helping Trump's bid to return to the White House

BREAKING: Trump names Vice Presidential pick, while judge dismisses classified documents case; And snow amid an East Coast cold snap

Experts say the attempted assassination is helping Trump's bid to return to the White House

03:30

15 Jul 24

Brisbane teenager fighting for life in hospital after stabbing

02:08

15 Jul 24

Non-verbal 5 y/o boy goes missing in Sydney sparking search

02:08

15 Jul 24

PM appeals for civil political debates post-Trump assassination attempt

Anthony Albanese's plea comes after a series of attacks on MPs' offices, notably the firebombing of Josh Burns'.

PM appeals for civil political debates post-Trump assassination attempt

Anthony Albanese's plea comes after a series of attacks on MPs' offices, notably the firebombing of Josh Burns'.

02:06

15 Jul 24

4 charged over alleged stolen vehicle spree

2 teenage boys are appearing in the children's court while two other men have been charged in relation to the incidents. All have been refused bail and are appearing in court today.

4 charged over alleged stolen vehicle spree

2 teenage boys are appearing in the children's court while two other men have been charged in relation to the incidents. All have been refused bail and are appearing in court today.

02:09

15 Jul 24

Biden calls for calm in Oval Office address as Trump heads to RNC

US President Joe Biden has delivered a rare Oval Office address, urging Americans to "cool down" political rhetoric and reconnect.

Biden calls for calm in Oval Office address as Trump heads to RNC

US President Joe Biden has delivered a rare Oval Office address, urging Americans to "cool down" political rhetoric and reconnect.

01:38

15 Jul 24

Manhunt end with 24 year old fronting court this morning

Police allege the 24-year-old fled the complex on Saturday morning and was found yesterday at around 6 pm at a property in Kelso.

Manhunt end with 24 year old fronting court this morning

Police allege the 24-year-old fled the complex on Saturday morning and was found yesterday at around 6 pm at a property in Kelso.

02:10

14 Jul 24

Biden orders probe into Trump's attempted assassination; And Alcaraz claims another Wimbledon

02:55

14 Jul 24

The FBI have identified the 20yo sniper who shot Donald Trump

Authorities are still unsure if he was acting alone.

The FBI have identified the 20yo sniper who shot Donald Trump

Authorities are still unsure if he was acting alone.

01:38

14 Jul 24

President Joe Biden speaks following shooting at Trump rally

The incident is being investigated as an assassination attempt on the former President Donald Trump.

President Joe Biden speaks following shooting at Trump rally

The incident is being investigated as an assassination attempt on the former President Donald Trump.

00:52

14 Jul 24

Secret service confirms Donald Trump is 'safe' following shooting

The former US President was reportedly shot at during a rally.

Secret service confirms Donald Trump is 'safe' following shooting

The former US President was reportedly shot at during a rally.

01:38

14 Jul 24

Donald Trump has been shot at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania

The former US President sustained non-life threatening injuries.

Donald Trump has been shot at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania

The former US President sustained non-life threatening injuries.

01:38

13 Jul 24

Fitness guru Richard Simmons has passed away

The 76 year old was fighting cancer.

Fitness guru Richard Simmons has passed away

The 76 year old was fighting cancer.

01:33

13 Jul 24

Medical experts want tougher rules around toddler drinks

Authorities say they are too high in sugar.

Medical experts want tougher rules around toddler drinks

Authorities say they are too high in sugar.

01:37

13 Jul 24

Case dismissed: Hollywood actor breaks down in tears

The involuntary manslaughter case against Alec Baldwin, over that Rust movie shooting, has been thrown out.

Case dismissed: Hollywood actor breaks down in tears

The involuntary manslaughter case against Alec Baldwin, over that Rust movie shooting, has been thrown out.

02:06

13 Jul 24

House fire kills two, crews remain on site

Emergency crews have raced to a house fire in Melbourne's east this morning, unable to save two people inside.

House fire kills two, crews remain on site

Emergency crews have raced to a house fire in Melbourne's east this morning, unable to save two people inside.

02:07

12 Jul 24

GOAT in tennis sets up Wimbledon blockbuster

Novak Djokovic is through to his 37th grand slam final after a straight sets victory over Italian youngster Lorenzo Musetti.

GOAT in tennis sets up Wimbledon blockbuster

Novak Djokovic is through to his 37th grand slam final after a straight sets victory over Italian youngster Lorenzo Musetti.

02:08

12 Jul 24

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