Man sentenced to life over plot to kidnap, rape and murder UK TV personality Holly Willoughby

Multiple bushfires have swept through Western Australia, with residents in the Wheatbelt region facing the loss of homes as emergency warnings are issued in Arthur River and Reef Beach. Power outages have affected hundreds of homes and businesses, with a 40,000-hectare blaze in the central region prompting watch-and-act alerts. Extreme heatwave warnings have been issued for the Goldfields and southern interior districts, with severe heatwave warnings in place across much of southern and inland WA....

In 2022, Jannik Sinner made three major quarterfinals before winning his first grand slam title, showing potential but falling short against top players. Fast forward to this year's Australian Open, where Sinner overcame cramps to defeat Ben Shelton in the semifinal, displaying his experience and composure in crucial moments. Despite Shelton's impressive play, Sinner's seasoned approach and ruthless streak led him to victory, showcasing his growth from a young talent to a champion contender. Full...

A south-easterly change is bringing cooler temperatures of 5-7 degrees to south-east Queensland after a week of wild weather, according to the Bureau of Meteorology. The cool change follows destructive storms and a heatwave, with the potential for Queensland's first cyclone of the year named Taliah to form in the Coral Sea. In Western Australia, severe to extreme heatwave conditions are expected, while a severe storm with wind gusts above 100km/h hit the Pilbara region....

A tornado ripped off the roof of a home in Marble Bar during a freak storm, leaving at least two families homeless and causing extensive damage to properties in the town. Despite the destruction, there were no reports of injuries, and the community has rallied together to support those affected. Emergency crews are on site dealing with hazards such as asbestos-containing debris, and residents are advised to stay away from damaged homes as cleanup efforts...

The nominations for the 97th Academy Awards have been unveiled, with the Spanish-language Netflix film Emilia Pérez leading with 13 nominations. Other top contenders include The Brutalist and Wicked with 10 nominations each. International films feature prominently this year, with surprises like I'm Still Here from Brazil and Latvia's Flow earning nominations. Karla Sofía Gascón makes history as the first openly transgender acting nominee, while Australians like Guy Pearce and filmmaker Adam Elliot also receive...

A statue of Captain Cook in Sydney's east was vandalised for the second time in 12 months, with red paint splashed on it and its hand and nose cut off, prompting investigations by NSW Police. Additionally, the heads of former prime ministers Paul Keating and Kevin Rudd were severed and stolen in Ballarat, Victoria, along with damage to 18 other statues in the area, leading to over $140,000 in repairs. The vandalism has been condemned...