Police said the 18-year-old attempted to flee over the balcony when he fell and sustained critical injuries.
Victorian firefighters are using new virtual reality (VR) kits to prepare for an earlier and potentially more intense bushfire season, exacerbated by a strong El Niño event. The updated VR system offers realistic simulations for training, replacing older technology and improving firefighter skills and morale.
Australia has formally objected to a proposed 12.5% US tariff, arguing there's no credible evidence of forced labor in Australian products. Australian business leaders also urged exemptions for certain imports if the tariff proceeds.
Tadej Pogačar delivered a stunning performance on Stage 6 of the Tour de France, crushing rivals on the Col du Tourmalet to extend his lead to over 2 minutes. Jonas Vingegaard remains hopeful despite the significant time gap.
Italian firm Webuild is defending itself against two criminal charges from WorkSafe NSW alleging it exposed five workers to serious injury risks on the Snowy Hydro project. Incidents include a truck falling from lifts and injuries from a faulty tunnel boring machine drill.
Coco Gauff lost her Wimbledon semifinal to Karolina Muchová after holding match point, ultimately falling 6-2, 1-6, 7-6 (12-10). The loss sets up an all-Czech final between Muchová and Linda Nosková.
France defeated Morocco 2-0 in a World Cup quarter-final match in Boston. Second-half goals from Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé secured France's victory, advancing them to their third consecutive World Cup semifinal. Morocco's tournament concludes after a strong performance.
