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Sam Kerr appears in London court over 2023 incident

Sam Kerr appears in London court over 2023 incident

Sam Kerr, Australian soccer star, faces UK charges for racially aggravated harassment of a police officer. Trial set for Feb 2025. Kerr, also injured, expects a child.

Five treated after stabbing in south London, one man arrested

Five treated after stabbing in south London, one man arrested

Five people treated after a stabbing in Croydon, London. One suspect arrested. Multiple ambulance resources deployed. Motive unclear; police investigate.

Teen who killed three girls at Taylor Swift-themed dance class in England sentenced to 51 years in prison

Teen who killed three girls at Taylor Swift-themed dance class in England sentenced to 51 years in prison

Teen sentenced >50 yrs for killing 3 girls at UK dance class. Attack sparked outrage, public inquiry; system failed to stop him despite prior warnings.

'Outrageous': Cost of baked beans on toast at Auckland cafe has group of Brits in a stew

'Outrageous': Cost of baked beans on toast at Auckland cafe has group of Brits in a stew

Auckland cafe's $15.90 beans on toast sparks outrage online. Price questioned, with users comparing it to cheaper options, even a full English breakfast.

Australian young people have highest rates of bowel cancer in the world, new study reveals

Australian young people have highest rates of bowel cancer in the world, new study reveals

Australia has highest rate of early-onset bowel cancer globally (16.5/100k). Rates rising in younger people, but declining in older. Diet, lifestyle are potential factors.

Qantas flight bound from Melbourne turns back to NZ twice after radio issues, unusual smell

Qantas flight bound from Melbourne turns back to NZ twice after radio issues, unusual smell

Qantas flight QF168 returned to Christchurch twice due to radio malfunction then unusual odor. Passengers are being rebooked via Auckland.