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Four villagers have emerged safely from a flooded cave system in Laos after crawling to safety during a break in the rain, while rescue efforts continue for two remaining missing miners. The survivors are providing valuable information about the cave network from their hospital beds, including details about potential air pockets deeper in the system near gold deposits. Rescue crews face increasing...

Dua Lipa and Callum Turner have married in an intimate civil ceremony at Old Marylebone Town Hall in London. The couple, who confirmed their engagement in June last year, were joined by a small group of loved ones at the historic venue that has hosted weddings for Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, and Liam Gallagher. The newlyweds are reportedly planning a three-day celebration in Sicily. See omnystudi...

Amazon has announced a new docuseries following Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds as owners of the Flying Roos catamaran, documenting Australia's fastest sailors competing in SailGP. The series, compared to the successful Wrexham documentary format, will provide behind-the-scenes access to the global sailing competition. Tom Slingsby confirmed the show will pull back the curtain on the sport and intr...

Australian breakfast television weather presenters Nat and Shervo conduct a live weather broadcast from Our Lady of Good Counsel school in Deepdene, Melbourne. Students and parents are wearing Fight MND Big Freeze beanies and participating in a Silly Socks fundraiser with gold coin donations. The school has a particular connection to the Fight MND cause, and features a wellbeing dog named Angie. S...

Professional chef Toby Wilson recreates vintage recipes from 1970s cookbooks, including dishes like baked bean cheesecake, ham and pineapple dip, and jellied salmon mousse. Wilson prepares a chicken cobbler topped with a cheese and mustard scone instead of a traditional puff pastry lid. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rural NSW farmer George Henderson shares his battle with mental health and the challenges of accessing support in remote areas, where suicide rates are twice as high as in major cities. Supported by his wife Alanna, George eventually sought help after years of struggling in silence, a journey that took three years of treatment to reach recovery. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Bureau of Meteorology forecasts below-average rainfall for much of southern, central and eastern Australia during winter (June to August), with warmer than average daytime temperatures expected across most of the country despite typical cold fronts and snow events. Western Australia is currently experiencing an unusually deep low-pressure system described as a once-in-five-year storm, with win...

Expert Arnold Dix discusses the four villagers who were trapped in a cave in Laos for more than a week and miraculously crawled to freedom after international rescue teams successfully lowered water levels using pumping equipment. The survivors escaped when monsoon rains temporarily eased, allowing them to navigate claustrophobic conditions and reach safety. Two people remain missing, and rescue e...

Former Geelong AFL player Bryan Cousins has revealed he was diagnosed with motor neurone disease a year ago, after experiencing difficulty during a run along the beach. The announcement comes days after Neil Danaher lost his 13-year battle with MND. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A morning television discussion covers two major topics: the ongoing Louse Cave rescue mission where survivors are being brought to safety, drawing comparisons to previous rescue operations like the Beaconsfield mine disaster and the Thai football team cave rescue. The segment also features a tribute to iconic broadcaster James Valentine, who was farewelled at a public memorial in Sydney, remember...

A severe weather system is forecast to hit Perth and surrounding areas from Geraldton to Albany, bringing winds up to 125 kilometres per hour and conditions similar to a Category 3 cyclone. Up to 50 millimetres of rain is expected over the weekend, with tornadoes possible as the system moves through Western Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CSIRO researchers launched an app called Chart Your Fart to collect data on human flatulence patterns. The study found that men pass more wind than women, younger people produce less gas than other age groups, and flatulence peaks between 6 and 10 pm with a notable decrease during the middle of the day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump is holding high-level talks in the White House Situation Room to discuss a potential ceasefire deal between the US and Iran, with conditions including reopening the Strait of Hormuz and ending Iran's nuclear ambitions. A Russian drone targeting Ukraine struck a residential building in the Romanian port city of Galati, seriously injuring two people and forcing the evacuation of more th...

A 67-year-old man has been charged with intent to endanger lives after allegedly driving at police officers in Mudgee's main street before crashing into the front foyer of the local police station. The incident occurred during a retirement celebration for Detective Senior Constable Scott Whale, who was marking 40 years of service. The accused, who reportedly holds strong anti-police views, has bee...

A road rage incident on Melbourne's Westgate Freeway saw a man clinging to the bonnet of a tradie's truck during peak hour traffic after a collision between the truck and the man's SUV. The dramatic footage shows the man dangling from the moving vehicle with his feet tucked up to avoid being dragged underneath, while the truck driver continued without slowing down. Police are investigating the inc...

Five men became trapped in a flooded cave in Laos while searching for gold after heavy rain caused flooding. The group was located on Wednesday, more than one week after becoming trapped. The first man has been successfully rescued in a complex operation, with efforts to save the remaining four men set to resume later today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chef Michael Weldon demonstrates techniques for preparing roast pork with crispy crackling, including proper scoring methods and optimal cooking temperatures. He presents complementary dishes including a snow pea salad with yoghurt mustard dressing, apple and fennel sauce, and a pork belly salad with fish sauce caramel dressing featuring chilli, lemongrass and lime leaves. See omnystudio.com/liste...

Intense storms and flash flooding have eased across southeast Queensland as the weather system moves south towards New South Wales. The Bureau of Meteorology has issued warnings for heavy rainfall and possible flash flooding across the southern mid-north coast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A blockbuster tribute concert for Australian music icon John Farnham will take place on 20 September at Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne, featuring performers including Jimmy Barnes, Celine Dion, Hugh Jackman, Keith Urban and Richard Marx. Tickets go on sale Tuesday at 10am for the one-night-only event, which will raise funds for Head and Neck Cancer Australia. Farnham, who has been battling mouth can...

Rafael Nadal discusses his retirement from professional tennis and the new Netflix documentary series that chronicles his life from age three to his final competition. The tennis legend reflects on the importance of his family, particularly from his hometown of Mallorca, and shares his experiences transitioning to fatherhood. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Federal budget tax changes targeting negative gearing are projected by property industry modelling to reduce new housing supply by nearly 9,000 homes over four years, increase rents by up to $9 per week, and eliminate more than 3,800 construction jobs. Health Minister Mark Butler defends Treasury's modelling showing only a $2 per week rent increase, arguing existing negatively geared properties ar...

Police officer Jack Hibbert, who was shot multiple times while responding to the Bondi terror attack in December, had a benign tumour discovered behind his eye during surgery for his gunshot wounds. The 22-year-old officer, who had only been in the force for four months before the attack, underwent surgery in late April to remove the tumour and is now recovering in hospital. Police Legacy and comm...

A tentative peace agreement in the Middle East conflict has been reached and awaits Donald Trump's approval. The proposed deal would extend the ceasefire for 60 days, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, end the US blockade of Iranian ports, and require Tehran to abandon its nuclear weapons programme. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brisbane's proposed National Aquatic Centre for the 2032 Olympics has been sent back to architects after designs exceeded budget constraints. The venue is intended to feature two indoor stadiums with capacity for 25,000 spectators and serve as Brisbane's swimming legacy for the Games. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul McCartney has released his 20th solo album, Boys of Dungeon Lane. The Beatles star expresses hope that the new album will bring listeners joy and emotional moments. The album is now available for streaming. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.