14 August 2026
"Every time she'd stop splashing, it's like he'd make more noises." ...
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14 August 2026
Researchers at Monash University say they are a step closer to broadening their understanding of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). IBD encompasses chronic autoimmune conditions, including Crohn's and ...
14 August 2026
Five years ago today, Afghanistan fell back into the grips of the Taliban's extremist regime. An online friendship with a rural Australian has been one lifeline for Afghan medical doctor and secret teacher Azada.
14 August 2026
Machete-wielding men allegedly forced the car’s owner to hand over the keys before the five-hour chase.
14 August 2026
An earthquake of magnitude 7. 6 has struck off the coast of Indonesia in the Flores region, the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) says.
14 August 2026
Nine per cent more overseas visitors arrived in New Zealand in the June 2026 year - and arrivals from Australia have hit a record level.
14 August 2026
Inter Miami is riding a seven-match unbeaten streak in league play and leads MLS with 45 goals, but faces a daunting task against Nashville.
14 August 2026
Prime Minister Andy Burnham urges a clean energy transition as wildfires gut homes and leave Britain a "tinderbox".
