Episodes

  • Iran's supreme leader injured as Middle East conflict intensifies

    Iran's supreme leader injured as Middle East conflict intensifies
    Mar 15 2026
    Iran launches a fresh barrage of missiles into Israel and Lebanon as Middle East tensions escalate, with reports emerging that Iran's supreme leader has been secretly airlifted to Moscow after sustaining injuries. A 62-year-old woman faces dangerous and high-range drink-driving charges after allegedly crashing into six vehicles in a Sydney car park whilst recording a blood alcohol reading of 0.268, with a five-week-old baby narrowly escaping injury. Northern Queensland experiences severe flooding with multiple rescues, whilst former NRL and State of Origin player Chris Walker faces court on domestic violence charges including common assault of a child.

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    7 mins
  • iPhone charger sparks house fire in Sydney

    iPhone charger sparks house fire in Sydney
    Mar 15 2026
    A Sydney family lost their home in Narawena when an iPhone charger sparked a fire at 4:30 a.m. while charging overnight in a bedroom. The blaze was so intense it nearly spread to neighbouring houses, forcing emergency evacuations. Two family members were taken to hospital as a precaution, and authorities are warning about the dangers of charging mobile phones overnight.

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    2 mins
  • Fuel shortage crisis grips regional Australia

    Fuel shortage crisis grips regional Australia
    Mar 15 2026
    Regional Australian farmers face critical petrol shortages as government regulations delay the release of lower-grade fuel supplies. Federal Energy Minister Chris Bowen announced relaxed fuel standards for 60 days to allow higher sulphur content petrol, but approval from Australia's petrol board won't occur until week's end, leaving communities without fuel for approximately two more weeks. New South Wales Premier Chris Minns has convened a roundtable with fuel experts to expedite supply solutions for affected regional areas.

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    2 mins
  • London police arrest 12 at rival protests

    London police arrest 12 at rival protests
    Mar 15 2026
    London police arrested 12 people during Al-Quds Day demonstrations, with nearly 1,000 officers deployed to manage pro-Palestinian, pro-Iranian regime protesters and counter-protesters separated by the Thames River. Britain's Home Secretary Yvette Cooper banned marching, allowing only stationary demonstrations. Arrests were made for threatening behaviour, affray and supporting proscribed organisations including Hezbollah, while police investigate controversial chants calling for death to the IDF.

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    2 mins
  • Thousands of Australian children living with juvenile arthritis

    Thousands of Australian children living with juvenile arthritis
    Mar 15 2026
    Juvenile arthritis is an autoimmune disease affecting an estimated 6,000 to 10,000 Australian children, causing sore, swollen and stiff joints that can lead to permanent disability if left untreated. Addie Sharp began showing symptoms at six months old but waited seven years for an accurate diagnosis, eventually requiring a knee replacement at 16. Health advocates are calling for greater awareness among the public and medical professionals, as early diagnosis and treatment can significantly improve pain management, mental health and quality of life for affected children.

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    2 mins
  • Five centenarians celebrate 100 years in style

    Five centenarians celebrate 100 years in style
    Mar 15 2026
    Five residents at Courtlands Village in North Parramatta, all aged 100 or older, celebrate their remarkable milestone.

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    1 min
  • Thousands of Australian children battling juvenile arthritis

    Thousands of Australian children battling juvenile arthritis
    Mar 15 2026
    When you hear arthritis, you might think of older Australians, but thousands of children are suffering from the debilitating condition. Too often it's mistaken for growing pains, and experts say there's now a real need for greater education and awareness.

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    2 mins
  • Sydney man jailed for partner's murder after sleepwalking defence fails

    Sydney man jailed for partner's murder after sleepwalking defence fails
    Mar 15 2026
    A Sydney man who claimed he was sleepwalking when he stabbed his partner to death is thought to fit a subtype of narcissism that's difficult to detect. Former friends of convicted murderer Anthony Eriksen have come forward as part of Seven's kiss and kill investigation, describing a man who believed he was too good for everything.

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    2 mins