Scientists discover bigger, more venomous spider species
The deadly 3.54-inch-long spider Atrax christenseni is among the most dangerously venomous spiders for humans.
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9 Sydney beaches closed after mysterious ball-shaped debris washes up ashore
The discovery of the marble-sized balls comes after a similar incident in October closed Sydney's Bondi Beach, among other tourist hotspots.
Police say hiker lost 2 weeks in mountains found in "great condition"
A hiker who got lost in Australia's Snowy Mountains has shocked police by surviving on a couple muesli bars and foraged berries.
Search underway for Australian surfer likely killed in shark attack
Authorities say there's "been no sign of" a local surfer seen being attacked by a shark off South Australia's coast.
What is Boxing Day? All about the celebration's origin and traditions
Boxing Day 2024 is here, but not all Americans understand the meaning of the holiday celebrated in countries like the U.K. and Canada.
Burt, the famous croc from "Crocodile Dundee" movie, dies in Australia
Burt, the iconic Saltwater crocodile that appeared alongside Paul Hogan and Linda Kozlowski in the hit movie, was believed to be more than 90 years old.
Australia approves extradition of former U.S. Marine
Former U.S. Marine Corps pilot Daniel Duggan will be extradited from Australia to the United States over allegations that he illegally trained Chinese aviators.
Australian warship test-fires Tomahawk missile off U.S. coast
Australia's naval expansion plan comes as China and other powers in the Asia-Pacific and beyond build up their firepower.
Champion cyclist admits to lesser charge after death of Olympian wife
Rohan Dennis admitted to a charge of creating a risk of harm in relation to the December 2023 road death of his Olympian wife Melissa Hoskins.
Australia synagogue fire "likely a terrorist incident," police say
Police say a fire that seriously damaged a synagogue in Melbourne, Australia, was very likely caused by arsonists in "a terrorist attack."
Suspect in notorious cold case murders to appear in court
"It was an absolutely gruesome, horrific, frenzied homicide," police said after Perry Kouroumblis was arrested.
Driver finds highly venomous snake "slithering up her leg"
Tiger snakes, named after their colored stripes, are among the most venomous snakes in the world, according to the state's wildlife department.
Police seize record haul of cocaine from fishing boat off Australia
The drugs had a sale value of 760 million Australian dollars ($494 million), federal police said.
Australian parliament approves law to ban under-16s from social media
Australia's full legislature has now passed a bill that will soon ban children under the age of 16 from using most social media platforms.
Police officer who Tasered 95-year-old woman convicted of manslaughter
An Australian police officer who Tasered 95-year-old great-grandmother Clare Nowland in her care home has been found guilty of manslaughter.
What Australian stars bring to Hollywood
Some of Hollywood's biggest names, from actors to directors, are Australian. "Succession" star Sarah Snook and director Baz Luhrmann weigh in on why so much talent comes from Australia.
Aussiewood I Sunday on 60 Minutes
It's a phenomenon that has long captured Hollywood: the outsized presence of Australians earning top billings and awards on the American silver screen — in front of and behind the camera. 60 Minutes, Sunday.
Emperor penguin found on Australian beach released at sea after 20 days of care
The only emperor penguin known to have swum from Antarctica to Australia was released at sea 20 days after he waddled ashore on a popular tourist beach.
Australia could ban social media for kids
Australian legislators introduced a landmark bill Thursday to ban social media for children under 16. CBS News London's Leigh Kiniry reports on what this could mean for social media companies.
Parts of Great Barrier Reef dying at record rate, alarmed researchers say
Parts of the Great Barrer Reef have suffered the highest coral mortality on record, Australian researchers say, and they fear the rest of it has suffered a similar fate.
How an Australian drama school opened doors to Hollywood
They may have perfected American accents, but some of the biggest stars in Hollywood are actually from Australia. Baz Luhrmann and Sarah Snook discuss why so many of Hollywood's biggest names come from the Land Down Under.
U.S. Marines, Japanese and Australian troops will train together
The trilateral amphibious training between Australia, Japan and the U.S. Marine rotational force in northern Australia will begin in 2025 with Exercise Talisman Sabre.
Surfboards with lights could deter shark attacks: "Invisibility cloak"
Seal-shaped boards decked with bright horizontal lights were less likely to be attacked by great white sharks, researchers found.
Hungry and far from home, an emperor penguin comes ashore in Australia
Rescuers are trying to rehabilitate an emperor penguin that came ashore some 2,000 miles from its natural habitat, and what comes next is "still being worked through."
Australia plans "world-leading" social media ban for children under 16
"Social media is doing harm to our kids and I'm calling time on it," says Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanse.
California couple at center of surrogacy scandal arrested
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