Asbestos in Play Sand Prompts School Closures
Dozens of Australian schools closed after asbestos found in children's play sand. Border Force now classifies sensory play products as high-risk. Learn what parents need to know.
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Up to 350 jobs cut at Australia's CSIRO
Australia's national science agency, CSIRO, announces up to 350 further job cuts, described as 'some of the worst cuts ever seen' for publicly funded science.
Campaign for Graduated Driving Licences Launched
A new cross-party campaign urges the government to introduce Graduated Driving Licences to reduce young driver fatalities. Could this be the change that saves lives?
Two-year-old boy dies in 20-floor fall from window
A two-year-old boy has died after falling from the twentieth floor of a Newark apartment block. The tragic accident has sparked urgent calls for improved window safety in high-rise buildings.
Boy, 2, strangled by jacket drawstring at nursery
Two-year-old Leanardo Ricci died after his jacket drawstring caught on a tree branch while playing outside at his nursery in Bibbiena, Italy. Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene.
Tesla recalls Powerwall 2 batteries over fire risk
Tesla issues a major recall for 10,500 Powerwall 2 home battery units in the US due to overheating risks. Discover the details and what owners should do.
Australian MPs Slam Regional Speed Limit Cuts
Federal Labor and National MPs criticise proposal to reduce regional road speed limits from 100km/h to 70-90km/h. Read about the political backlash and safety debate.
Hackney man sentenced over dangerous building site
Moses Meisels received a suspended sentence after HSE found serious safety failures at a Hackney synagogue site where a man's body was discovered. Learn more about the case.
NHS trust fined over £500k for patient safety failings
An NHS trust has been fined over £500,000 and a ward manager sentenced following the 2015 suicide of patient Alice Figueiredo. Read the full story on the family's fight for justice.
Wiggles Recall Headbands Over Battery Safety Breach
The Wiggles have admitted a likely consumer law breach after selling children's headbands without safety warnings for button batteries. Learn about the recall and safety risks.
Melbourne Airport Runway Incidents Prompt Safety Review
Two passenger planes narrowly avoided construction vehicles at Melbourne Airport after crews missed temporary runway shortening. Read the full safety investigation.
Andrew Pippos's Transformations: A Masterful Family Saga
Discover why Andrew Pippos's acclaimed novel 'Transformations' is being hailed as a poignant examination of Greek-Australian identity, family secrets, and the pursuit of belonging in modern Australia.
Undecided Voter Mary Joe Holds Australia's Election Fate
In the battleground state of Victoria, one ordinary voter embodies the struggle of millions as political leaders scramble to win her trust before election day.
Bob Katter's 50-year political portrait unveiled
After half a century in Australian politics, maverick MP Bob Katter is immortalised in a new official portrait, capturing the essence of one of parliament's most colourful characters.
Life-saving car check saved teen from fatal crash
A grieving mother shares her powerful story about the basic vehicle safety check that prevented her teenage son from joining his friends in a fatal car accident, and why every parent should know about it.
Dangerous Fake Labubu Dolls: Critical Safety Warning
Australian authorities sound alarm over counterfeit Labubu dolls containing hazardous materials. Discover how to spot fakes and protect your family from serious safety risks.
Islington women change routines over safety fears
Women in Islington are taking drastic measures to avoid being followed by suspicious men, with many sharing chilling experiences of feeling watched and targeted in their own neighbourhood.
Roblox Child Safety Investigation: Hidden Dangers Exposed
New investigation reveals serious concerns about child safety, predatory practices, and inadequate parental controls within the popular Roblox gaming platform used by millions of children worldwide.
Eddie Perfect's Tivoli Circuit Musical Revives Vaudeville
Award-winning composer Eddie Perfect unveils his ambitious new musical exploring Australia's forgotten Tivoli Circuit vaudeville era, promising a spectacular celebration of theatrical history.
India's AI deepfake crisis targets women
A disturbing new wave of AI-powered harassment is sweeping across India, with women facing extortion and abuse through digitally altered nude images. Experts warn this growing epidemic threatens to silence female voices online.
Google AI spreads dangerous headlight myths to drivers
Australian authorities issue urgent warning after Google's AI search tool provides dangerously incorrect information about when drivers must use headlights, risking road safety nationwide.
Australia bans social media: Reddit and Kick blocked
Australia becomes the first Western nation to implement a comprehensive social media ban, with platforms including Reddit and Kick now completely inaccessible to millions of users following controversial new laws.
Schoolboy, 11, fatally hit by train while on phone
A heartbreaking rail accident report reveals how an 11-year-old boy's mobile phone use contributed to a fatal level crossing incident, sparking urgent safety warnings.
Manslaughter probe after worker dies at Roman Tower site
Exclusive: Health and Safety Executive launches corporate manslaughter investigation after construction worker dies at Chester's controversial Roman Tower development site, raising urgent safety concerns.
RBA holds interest rates despite inflation surprise
The Reserve Bank of Australia defies expectations by keeping interest rates steady despite unexpected inflation pressures. What this means for mortgages and the economy.
UK bans strangulation pornography in online safety crackdown
New legislation makes it illegal to publish non-consensual strangulation content online, with offenders facing unlimited fines in England and Wales.
Britain's Railway Safety: The Real Story
An in-depth investigation into the safety of Britain's railways reveals surprising statistics about passenger risk, infrastructure concerns and what travellers really need to know before boarding.
Rail Safety Crisis: Urgent Summit After Near-Misses
Transport Secretary demands immediate action following series of dangerous safety breaches across UK rail network, putting passengers and staff at risk.
TfL Safety Investigations: Full Timeline of London Transport Incidents
Exclusive timeline reveals multiple serious incidents across London's transport network currently under official investigation, raising urgent safety questions for commuters.
NHS Urgent Medicine Warning: Don't Make This Mistake
Health authorities issue critical safety alert about prescription medication storage as temperatures rise across the UK
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