Bruce Lehrmann considering appeal against judgment that he raped Brittany Higgins

Bruce Lehrmann is considering an appeal against Justice Michael Lee’s landmark judgment that he raped Brittany Higgins. News.com.au can reveal that Mr Lehrmann has hired noted appeals specialist Guy Reynolds SC, and the appeal plan is likely to be flagged at this week’s costs hearing, on May 1. The barrister’s clients have previously included Eddie … Read more

Houthis claim attack on Greek merchant vessel off Yemen

LONDON: More than 13 years have passed since the onset of Syria’s brutal civil war, with millions of Syrians continuing to endure displacement, destitution, and even renewed bouts of violence, with no political resolution in sight. And yet, with the world preoccupied with simultaneous crises in Gaza and Ukraine, Syria’s plight seems to have faded … Read more

Woman found dead inside Brisbane unit

A woman has been found dead inside a unit in Brisbane. Police rushed to an apartment complex on York Street in the suburb of Nundah late Tuesday afternoon. A crime scene has been declared and detectives are still investigating. More to come. Read related topics:Brisbane

A-League: Mariners only need a draw to win premiership

Central Coast coach Mark Jackson admits having the club’s awards night 48 hours before the Mariners’ biggest game of the season to date was far from “ideal”. The Mariners – who are currently a point adrift of A-League leaders Wellington Phoenix – only need a draw against Adelaide United on Wednesday night in Gosford to … Read more

Premier Steven Miles unveils $1b crime plan as victims march on Queensland parliament

Queensland Premier Steven Miles has unveiled a raft of legal changes aimed at cracking down on crime as dozens rally in Brisbane ahead of this year’s state election. The changes include an expanded trial of Jack’s Law, which enables police to perform random searches at shopping centres, licensed venues, and “high-risk retail outlets”. The law, … Read more

Cupra Leon and Formentor debut new plug-in hybrid tech

Cupra has unveiled heavily updated versions of its Leon small hatch and Formentor compact SUV. The new Formentor debuts a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) system that can travel on electricity alone for up to 100km. The company has also confirmed a new wagon version of the performance-focused Leon as a spiritual successor to the once-loved Golf … Read more