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The deadly plane downing at the heart of Raúl Castro's indictment
The United States has indicted former Cuban president Raúl Castro on murder charges stemming from 1996, reviving one of the lowest points in its tangled h...
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McDonald's circles Castlemaine but can expect a fight over its 'soul'
McDonald's says it has identified a site in Castlemaine and is exploring the possibility of establishing a restaurant, but it's not being welcomed by some...
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Farm worker 'felt sorry' for pensioner who wanted his leg amputated, court hears
A jury hears a recording of John Yalu explaining to police that he panicked after he amputated the leg of a 66-year-old man he then realised was dying. Ne...
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Major staff cuts on the horizon as Football Australia posts record loss
About 20 per cent of Football Australia staffers face the axe as soccer's governing body posts record losses that doubled last financial year's numbers. N...
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Earthquakes hit near regional Queensland town twice in four days
Experts say this week's seismic activity is unusual, but the region has a pattern of large and clustered earthquakes. Newsiline summarises this report fro...
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Five reasons Stephen Colbert is one of the US's most important satirists
The best satirists do more than entertain. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia and links readers to the original publisher for the fu...
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Breaking: Unemployment rate jumps to 4.5 per cent
The unemployment rate rose by 0.2 percentage points to 4.5 per cent in April, up from 4.3 per cent in March, according to the Bureau of Statistics. Newsil...
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Financial lifeline for NSW businesses, communities hit by highway closure
The NSW government announces $3.5 million for communities that have lost visitors and revenue after part of the Great Western Highway was unexpected close...
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Breaking: Queensland Olympics Minister referred to AFP over voting registration
The Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) confirmed on Thursday it had made the referral. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia and lin...
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'Remarkable' Australian doctor and social enterprise founder dies aged 32
Nikhil Autar, who was diagnosed with leukaemia when he was 17 years old, was named NSW Young Australian of the Year in 2024. Newsiline summarises this rep...
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Does an El Niño loom? Here's what winter could look like across Australia
Parts of Australia are seeing record rainfall, but the BoM says the drenching won't last. Newsiline summarises this report from SBS News Australia and lin...
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Nvidia reports record revenue of $114 billion but investors not impressed
The world's most valuable company, tech giant Nvidia, has reported a record revenue but investors are not impressed with second-quarter sales forecasts. N...
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Joey Chestnut to defend hot-dog-eating crown on probation after battery plea
The competitive-eating sensation was accused of slapping a man across the face during a late night out at an Indiana bar, according to Us Weekly. Newsilin...
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Breaking: Police evacuate Cairns high school after threat reported
A Cairns high school has been evacuated following reports of a threat made to the school. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia and lin...
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Can late-night talk shows survive a vindictive Trump administration?
Like other checks and balances on presidential power, late-night talk shows — once ratings juggernauts, woven into the fabric of American culture — are be...
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'We don't need more reviews': Australia's femicide inquiry debate
An alleged domestic violence triple murder has prompted renewed calls for a royal commission into femicide. Newsiline summarises this report from SBS News...
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Breaking: Musk's X admits noncompliance with Australian child protection request
Elon Musk's social media company X Corp has admitted to not complying with an order from Australia's eSafety commissioner to provide information about...
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Breaking: Woman fighting for life after being hit by police car in Cairns
A woman has been left with life-threatening injuries after being hit by a police car in Cairns on Thursday morning. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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Last private midwife north of Perth to close as costs of business rise
Soon-to-be parents in regional WA will have less choice over where and how they give birth as care options diminish, midwives say. Newsiline summarises th...
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Prince William goes wild in crowd as Aston Villa ends 30-year drought
In front of a joyful future king of England, Aston Villa coach Unai Emery reaffirmed his status as the king of the Europa League as Villa beat Freiburg 3-...
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What is broken heart syndrome and who is most at risk?
Experts say broken heart syndrome accounts for about two per cent of patients presenting with symptoms similar to a heart attack. Newsiline summarises thi...
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Outback landholders opening gate to large-scale renewable projects
If you mention renewable energy to agricultural producers in many regional communities, you will likely ruffle some feathers. Newsiline summarises this re...
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Trump's latest trophy proves his power over his party, despite the polls
Donald Trump's revenge tour is in full swing, and his latest victim is a Republican who has voted with his party more than 90 per cent of the time. Newsil...
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Bomb squad called as Melbourne's Avalon Airport evacuated
A person has been arrested after a suspicious item was found during security screening at the airport early this morning. Newsiline summarises this report...
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Elderly woman dies 11 days after fatal crash on Queensland's Southern Downs
The woman has died of injuries sustained as a passenger in an SUV that allegedly swerved to avoid an oncoming car in the wrong lane on May 9. Newsiline su...
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Russian jet fighters dangerously intercept RAF plane over Black Sea
Two Russian jets have intercepted a Royal Air Force plane over the Black Sea, flying close enough to trigger its emergency systems. Newsiline summarises t...
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Whitsunday tour operators fear e-bike ban could destroy business
Guided tour operators say proposed laws banning under-16s from using personal mobility devices will put them out of businesses. Newsiline summarises this...
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Israel envoy says Ben-Gvir not reflective of country, as activist treatment condemned
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's treatment of activists was wrong. Newsiline summarises this report fro...
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NRL star Arrow says he will fight as he reveals MND has already affected his speech
Jai Arrow reveals that MND has already affected his speech after announcing yesterday he was stepping away from the NRL after his shock diagnosis. Newsili...
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As coral reefs are wiped out from bleaching, this one brings hope
In the midst of a mass coral bleaching event along the West Australian coast, a group of scientists have discovered a section of reef that has been able t...
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How the 'King of the North' from Manchester could topple the UK PM
Andy Burnham is angling to become the UK's next prime minister. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia and links readers to the original...
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Australia news live: Penny Wong rebukes Israel over ‘shocking and unacceptable’ treatment of flotilla activists
Australia’s foreign minister condemns video posted by Israel’s national security minister taunting detained activists. Newsiline summarises this report fr...
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Delays could see nation's first offshore wind project blown off course
Environmental timelines outlined by Star of the South show the offshore wind farm project could take up to an additional five years to be completed, leavi...
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Congo cancels World Cup farewell as US clarifies Ebola quarantine rules
The Congo football team cancels its farewell in Kinshasa as the US clarified what the rules would be for players and staff entering the country for the Wo...
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Iran examines US proposal as Donald Trump says negotiations are in 'final stage'
The US president said "we're going to do some things that are a little bit nasty" if Iran doesn't agree to the deal. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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Gen Zs who approach share market like 'lottery ticket' could pay more tax
Gen Zs who take a lottery ticket approach to investing in the stock market will likely pay more tax under the capital gains tax changes being proposed by...