Victoria Police revokes warrantless pat-down powers
Victoria Police has revoked controversial powers allowing officers to conduct warrantless pat-downs across inner Melbourne. The decision follows significant public and legal scrutiny.
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Foo Fighters guitarist injured in bizarre gardening accident
Foo Fighters guitarist Pat Smear will miss tour dates after a 'bizarre gardening accident' left him with multiple broken bones in his foot. Jason Falkner steps in. Read the full story.
Nevin: Chelsea should target two England stars in January
Chelsea legend Pat Nevin has named Aston Villa's Ollie Watkins and Everton's Jarrad Branthwaite as the two England internationals the Blues must sign this January to boost new boss Liam Rosenior.
Rayner in Downing Street a Top Risk for UK Banks
Analysts warn Angela Rayner becoming PM is a major risk for UK banks in 2026, fearing tax hikes and regulatory shifts. Discover the market's preferred alternative.
Australia name T20 World Cup squad for India and Sri Lanka
Australia have named their 15-man squad for the T20 World Cup, with Pat Cummins and Tim David included despite injuries. Left-arm spinner Matthew Kuhnemann is the surprise selection.
Australia's Boxing Day Bowling Control Recalls 2010
Australia's bowlers seized firm control on Boxing Day 2025, evoking memories of their dominant 2010 Ashes performance. Read the full analysis of the day's play.
Pat Finn, star of The Middle and Friends, dies aged 60
Actor Pat Finn, famed for roles in The Middle, Friends and Seinfeld, has passed away at 60 after a cancer diagnosis. Read the full tribute and career retrospective.
Five Major Characters Return in EastEnders iPlayer Release
EastEnders brings back five iconic characters in a special BBC iPlayer episode focusing on Nigel Bates's dementia storyline. Pam St Clement returns as Pat Evans. Stream now.
How Australia Won the Ashes in Just 11 Days
Australia retained the Ashes after a decisive victory in the Adelaide Test, leaving England with serious questions. Listen to the Full Story podcast analysis.
EastEnders Legend Pat Evans Returns from the Dead
In a shocking early BBC iPlayer release, iconic EastEnders matriarch Pat Evans makes a dramatic return. The emotional episode focuses on Nigel Bates's dementia struggle. Stream now.
Australian Media Mocks England After Ashes Win
Australian newspapers gleefully declared the end of England's 'Bazball' philosophy after retaining the Ashes urn in a record-equalling 11 days of cricket. Discover the reaction.
Cummins and Lyon Doubtful for Remaining Ashes Tests
Australia faces a major selection headache as captain Pat Cummins and spinner Nathan Lyon are set to miss the final Ashes Tests in Melbourne and Sydney. Get the full injury update.
Cummins Leads Australia to Ashes Retention in Adelaide
Pat Cummins has captained Australia to Ashes retention, joining a legendary group of skippers. We analyse the historic win and the challenge of winning in England. Read the full story.
Bristol crush Harlequins 40-14 in Twickenham humiliation
Bristol Bears ran in six tries in a dominant 40-14 victory over a woeful Harlequins at Twickenham's Big Game. Read the full match report and analysis.
England fight back but Australia near Ashes win in Adelaide
England staged a spirited fightback on day four of the third Ashes Test in Adelaide, but Australia remain in a commanding position, needing just 141 runs to win with 10 wickets in hand. Follow the live action and key moments.
England's Ashes hopes fade after day two in Adelaide
England's batting philosophy was dismantled by Australia's relentless bowlers on a scorching day in Adelaide. The tourists slumped to 213-8, trailing by 158 runs. Read the full match analysis.
Lyon Moves Second in Australia's All-Time Wicket-Takers
Nathan Lyon celebrates a historic Ashes performance, moving clear as Australia's second-highest Test wicket-taker, as England's batting collapses under pressure. Read the full analysis.
England's Ashes hopes melt away in Adelaide heat
England's Ashes hopes are hanging by a thread after a brutal second day in Adelaide saw them collapse to 213-8, trailing Australia by 158 runs. Pat Cummins led a ferocious bowling attack as controversy over Snicko technology flared.
Ashes Test in Adelaide after Bondi atrocity
The third Ashes Test begins in Adelaide amid heightened security and national mourning following the Bondi beach terror attack. Analysis of Australia's shock and rising antisemitism.
Ashes Test to honour Bondi victims after Cummins tribute
Australia captain Pat Cummins pays emotional tribute to Bondi and Jewish communities as third Ashes Test in Adelaide to hold moment's silence. Read the full story.
Youth Job Scheme 'Self-Defeating' Amid Zero-Hours Crackdown
A new £820m scheme for young unemployed faces criticism for contradicting policies that restrict flexible work. Experts warn it masks a shrinking opportunity landscape.
Usman Khawaja dropped for third Ashes Test in Adelaide
Veteran Australian opener Usman Khawaja faces an uncertain Test future after being left out of the XI for the crucial third Ashes match in Adelaide. Read the full team news.
EastEnders' 'Pat Butcher' joke confuses fans
EastEnders viewers were left scratching their heads after a confusing joke about Pat Butcher aired. We break down why the gag fell flat in an episode packed with drama.
Labour's child poverty plan: Scrap two-child limit, hint at welfare reform
Labour launches a new child poverty strategy, pledging to end the two-child benefit cap. Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden insists further welfare reform is still needed to tackle rising costs and inactivity. Read the full details.
Hazlewood's Ashes return stalled by new Achilles injury
Australia's Josh Hazlewood faces a race against time for the Ashes after an Achilles complaint disrupted his recovery from a hamstring injury, casting doubt on a reunion of the famed pace attack.
Australia's Captaincy Undecided on Eve of Second Test
Pat Cummins' fitness creates a rare pre-match mystery for Australia's XI and captaincy ahead of the Gabba Test. Will Steve Smith lead again? Analysis inside.
Australia's Four Changes for Second Ashes Test at Gabba
Australia captain Pat Cummins confirms four changes to the starting XI for the second Ashes Test in Brisbane. Get the full team news and analysis ahead of the crucial Gabba clash.
Australia's Cummins & Khawaja Fitness Mystery
Confusion surrounds Pat Cummins and Usman Khawaja's fitness for the second Ashes Test. Why is Cricket Australia's communication so opaque? Discover the latest updates.
Australia name unchanged Ashes squad, Cummins out
Australia opts for an unchanged 14-man squad for the second Ashes Test at the Gabba, with captain Pat Cummins still unavailable. Can England capitalise? Read the full analysis.
England book extra nets after first Ashes Test defeat
England schedule extra training after heavy first Test loss. McCullum opts for nets over warm-up match as Cummins nears Australia return. Can they level the series?
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