Jamie Varley, a secondary school teacher, has been sentenced to a whole-life order for the sexual abuse and murder of 13-month-old Preston Davey, whom he was adopting. His partner, John McGowan-Fazakerley, received 25 years for related offenses. The baby suffered 40 traumatic injuries before his death.
A Ukrainian drone attack on Energodar on Wednesday resulted in the death of one Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) employee and serious injury to another, according to Rosatom Director General Alexey Likhachev. This incident follows earlier reports of casualties in the region.
Jamie Varley, a secondary school teacher, has been sentenced to a whole-life order for the sexual abuse and murder of 13-month-old Preston Davey, whom he was adopting. Varley's partner received 25 years. The baby suffered 40 traumatic injuries before his death.
Milena Bogojevska pleaded guilty to manslaughter after killing her 85-year-old neighbour, Lolene Whitehand, by stuffing a tea towel in her mouth. Bogojevska then dumped the body in a river and spent over $4,000 of the victim's money online.
A teenager accused of stabbing 58-year-old Greg Josephson at a Clayfield house party last year has been committed to stand trial. The accused, who was 15 at the time, remains in custody.
Keith Andrew Chambers has been sentenced to 14 years in jail for killing a nine-year-old boy in a drink-driving crash on the Gold Coast. He pleaded guilty to manslaughter and other charges, and has been disqualified from driving for life.
Keith Andrew Chambers, 49, has been sentenced to 14 years in jail for killing a nine-year-old boy in a drink-driving crash on the Gold Coast. He pleaded guilty to multiple charges including manslaughter and high-range drink driving, and has been disqualified from driving for life.
Pauline Hanson's "monocultural" speech drew backlash, while Trump released US-Iran deal details. "Earth's Black Box" to be installed in Tasmania. Queensland beat NSW in Origin Game Two.
Pauline Hanson's "monocultural" speech draws criticism; "Earth's Black Box" climate tracker to be in Tasmania; Queensland beats NSW in Origin Game Two; Trump releases US-Iran deal details.
A Zlin-42 light plane crashed northeast of Moscow on Wednesday, killing its pilot and owner. Pilot error is suspected after the aircraft entered a steep dive during landing. The crash is being investigated as an air catastrophe.
Luigi Mangione, accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in Manhattan, will argue he was in an extreme mental health crisis during the alleged killing. This defense strategy could lead to a manslaughter conviction.
Following a bilateral meeting, Trump stated that the US and India are working together on maritime security issues, following a US missile strike that killed three Indian nationals aboard a commercial vessel.
Following a bilateral meeting, Donald Trump addressed the recent US missile strike that killed three Indian nationals. He stated that Washington and New Delhi are working together on the issue, calling commercial vessel operations "a rough profession" and expressing confidence that seafarer safety will be prioritized.
US President Donald Trump stated that the investigation into a deadly strike on an Iranian school during a military operation is ongoing. He suggested that once completed, responsibility will be clear, acknowledging that mistakes can happen in war. Iran had previously accused the US and Israel of the attack, which reportedly killed 175 people.
President Trump defended a new deal with Iran, claiming it prevents nuclear weapons and reopens the Strait of Hormuz. He cited his killing of Gen. Qassem Soleimani as a precursor and inaccurately described a past Obama-era payment to Iran.
Luigi Mangione, accused of murdering United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, will present a psychiatric defense, arguing "extreme emotional disturbance" during his trial. This defense could lead to a manslaughter conviction instead of murder.
Luigi Mangione, accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, will argue 'extreme emotional disturbance' in his state murder trial, potentially leading to a manslaughter conviction instead of murder.
A US Air Force B-52H Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base, California, killing all eight personnel on board. The routine test mission aircraft experienced a rapid, uncontrolled descent, bursting into flames on impact. The cause is under investigation.
Luigi Mangione will argue a psychiatric defense in the state murder trial for killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. His lawyers claim he was suffering from "extreme emotional disturbance," which could lead to a manslaughter conviction instead of murder.
Three separate aircraft crashes in Missouri, California, and Texas have resulted in 21 fatalities, prompting investigations by the National Transportation Safety Board. Incidents involved a business jet, a B-52 bomber, and a small plane carrying skydivers.
Rex Heuermann pleaded guilty to seven Gilgo Beach serial killings and admitted to an eighth homicide, the 1996 murder of Karen Vergata. DNA from a discarded pizza crust linked him to the crimes. He faces life in prison and will cooperate with the FBI on other serial killer cases.
Polish PM Donald Tusk stated the killing of Russian artist Semyon Skrepetsky in Poland suggests political assassination, potentially ordered by Russia. Two Belarusian citizens were initially detained but released due to lack of evidence. Skrepetsky, known for critical art of Russian officials, refused state protection.
A NetJets business jet crashed on a highway in Laredo, Texas, killing one person. Bystanders attempted a frantic rescue of the six occupants as the plane erupted in flames. Five officers were hospitalized for smoke inhalation.
A Polish artist, known for provocative caricatures of Russian political figures, was fatally shot three times in Warsaw on Monday. Polish authorities offered the artist protection, which he declined. Two Belarusian citizens were arrested but released, and an investigation is ongoing. The incident risks increasing tensions between Poland and Russia.
