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MAY 2016

These are the parents of the 4-year-old who fell into the gorilla enclosure.
Have you seen this girl? Police appeal for help to find missing Melbourne teenager.
WA female teacher accused of sexually assaulting a teenage girl.
ASOS shipped out some jeans. Were quickly alerted to a huge mistake.
Caitlin Stasey just shared a picture of her fanny thicket.
"I was raped on a university campus and silenced."
The mother of the boy who fell in the gorilla enclosure is right - accidents DO just happen.
Australian man arrested on child pornography charges in Canada.
Nova Peris: NSW Central Coast chiropractor charged over online racist abuse.
How much money Amber Heard is set to get in the divorce.
Guys, Arnott's have been lying to us THIS WHOLE TIME.
Victorian man jailed for seeking sex with 14yo in police sting on dating website.
Cindy Waldron feared dead in crocodile attack in far north Queensland.
Button battery dangers prompt calls for new safety measures.
Tuesday's news in under 5 minutes.
Mother of 4-year-old who fell in Gorilla enclosure has hit back saying: “Accidents happen.”
30 men reportedly gang raped a 16-year-old girl then bragged about it on Twitter.
The blood of the slain gorilla is not on the hands of the 4-year-old boy's parents.
All of the celebrities who have thrown their weight behind Johnny Depp.
Guess who stopped a rape last night?! These gals!
A day in the life of a single mum on the campaign trail.
Fury mounts over shooting of gorilla after boy, 4, falls into zoo enclosure.
60 Minutes formally apologises for the Beirut shambles.
Election 2016: Leaders' Debate sees Malcolm Turnbull, Bill Shorten make pitches to Australia.
Monday's news in under 5 minutes.
Boy, 4, drowns after car rolls down boat ramp.
Amber Heard: "I am extremely afraid of Johnny and for my safety.”
A Glee star has been indicted for possession of child porn.
Johnny Depp's legal team say Amber Heard is lying about domestic violence claims.
Woman given permission to remove dead fiancé's testes.
Australian woman ‘bound and raped’ in front of boyfriend during Samoan holiday.
An outbreak of whooping cough has been reported in Australia.
A former Australian Idol host is running against Tony Abbott in the election.
A little girl is dead, and a young woman's life has been destroyed.
"Why we're glad the Matildas lost against a team of 15-year-old boys."
Is this the most racist ad of 2016?
A whistleblower reveals the disturbing dilemmas that haunt him every day.
Thai man attacked by three-metre python while using the toilet.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have a sneaky new official portrait.
This grown man went to extraordinary lengths to go back to high school. Now he's facing jail.
Your 2016 election cheat sheet: Do you know the price of milk?
TV presenter's first class mid-air tantrum.
Mount Everest death: Maria Strydom's husband vows not to leave Nepal without her body.
Jacqui Lambie always says exactly what she thinks and it is glorious.
Friday's news in under 5 minutes.
Brisbane father who tortured and killed his 13-month-old son to serve just 6 years in jail.
8 years on from the apology to indigenous Australians. How far have we come?
'Here's what the Seven Year Switch producers refused to tell you about me.'
Johnny Depp and Amber Heard's divorce: Is Barnaby Joyce to blame?
Why women who choose not to have kids are given such a hard time.
A teen mum has given birth to the world's heaviest baby girl.
Splitsville: Amber Heard files for divorce from Johnny Depp.
Backpacker kidnapped, sexually assaulted and fed drug-laced chocolates after answering fake job ad.
Thursday's news in under 5 minutes.
Netball association forced ‘hysterical’ 9 year-old girls to play in wild storms or pay $250 fine.
Kiss Bang Love's Lisa and Ryan just revealed the status of their relationship.
Home And Away star Dan Ewing said to be ending his four year marriage.
The “illiterate” refugee who just took out a major Australian literary prize.
The most horrifying detail about Bill Cosby's alleged sexual assault.
'It's the responsibility of parents to stop their kids being bullies.'
Kelly Osbourne just tweeted the phone number of her dad's mistress.
Bali masseur charged with sexual harassment of Perth boy.
Election 2016: Government to announce dairy farmer assistance plan for those affected by milk price cuts.
Wednesday's news in under 5 minutes.
Teenager dragged into a car by her hair, cut and bashed by her mother and grandmother to "teach her a lesson".
Bill Cosby to stand trial for sexual assault.
Spurned pharmacist drugged colleague for a year 'to make her suffer'.
Facebook apologises for banning 'undesirable' photo of plus-sized model Tess Holliday.
Sorry, Sharon. The McCanns are not to blame for what happened to Maddie.
Kiss Bang Love hasn't even aired yet and a contestant is already defending it.
Kyle Sandilands revealed way too much about having sex with Imogen Anthony.
Indian restaurant owner jailed for manslaughter over peanut allergy death.
The artist who filmed the 'rape representation' video expected a mixed reaction. But never this.
Backpacker sedated and raped in shearing shed in Wolf Creek style attack.
Customers furious as Coles "typo" states fresh milk is really powdered.
They were the only couple to split, but Michelle and Jason were Seven Year Switch's success story.
Victorian man raped and terrorised his transgender step-daughter.
Shocked students find three-month-old baby on the doorstep of their Brisbane home.
Tuesday's news in under 5 minutes.
Mum of 5 facing deportation to the UK pleads for second chance to remain with her kids.
Is your child on the Musical.ly app? This cyber safety expert says they shouldn't be.
Dan O'Keeffe's sister writes for Mamamia: "For years we were worried sick, every waking moment."
Sharon Osbourne was right, they shouldn't have left Maddie alone.
Thankyou to all the adventurous women who showed us how to live.
The video that proves Dami Im was robbed of the Eurovision crown.
The babysitter accused of hitting this baby isn't being charged.
All your favourite celebrities had a crazy time at Eva Longoria's wedding.
5 reasons why you shouldn’t even think about donkey voting.
How Bella Hadid avoided a wardrobe malfunction in THAT dress.
Australian killed on EgyptAir flight had just become father for second time.
There's a very good reason this video has been viewed 131 million times.
Australian teachers are not required to be vaccinated, unlike their students.
Monday's news in under 5 minutes.
Sharon Osbourne faces backlash after she called out Maddie McCann's parents saying they were "insane" to leave her.
The one place in the world where these women are certain men can get away with rape.
Daniel O'Keeffe's mum and sister are convinced police didn't do enough to find him.
Janette's husband died in an accident. Four days later, she gave birth.
Shane Warne's ex-wife has weighed in on the Brynne Edelsten saga.
Sharron Phillips: Sister of missing woman says father's alibi is flawed
The Bachelor Australia finale has been caught on camera, thanks to a clever Tinder trick.
Taylor Swift's boyfriend Calvin Harris hospitalised after a serious car crash.
Election 2016: Why did the Australian Federal Police raid Labor offices?
Lena Dunhamn posts nude bath photo to make beautiful pro-choice statement.
Teenage girls jailed for trying to kidnap children through Facebook.
Mother loses court battle to name daughter "Cyanide".
The most popular girl's name in Australia has been revealed.
The Nazi Korean sex cult recruiting from Australian universities.
This Melbourne woman has hired a man to pretend to rape her.
Uma Thurman was assaulted at a charity function, but nobody thinks it's a big deal.
Election 2016: Game of Votes.
Oshin Kizsko: Win for parents of boy with brain cancer as court refuses to order radiotherapy.
'Blind' job applications; Victoria's big plan to stamp out discrimination of job-seekers.
It will cost $230,000 to keep this baby alive.
"She asked who had an abortion. Half the room – including Tracey and me – put up our hand."
Kanye West's rant on Ellen is so bonkers, you'll want to grab some popcorn.
Daniel O'Keeffe's sister speaks for the first time about the tragic discovery of his body.
'The election campaign this week made me want to throw things at the telly.'
Kim Kardashian thinks she knows who 'Becky with the good hair' is.
King's School in Sydney investigated for animal cruelty after ABC obtains 'horrific' sheep-tackling video.
Friday's news in under 5 minutes.
The new Offspring trailer is here. And it's wonderful.
Teenager who murdered his girlfriend’s parents when he was 13 to be released after serving just 5 years jail.
Carrie Bickmore had a near Freudian slip of the tongue on The Project.
Federal Police raids Labor party offices in Melbourne.
Caitlin Stasey's boyfriend is not happy with Instagram users doctoring her nude photo.
Calm down people, Home And Away didn't actually stuff up last night.
Karl Stefanovic slams Peter Dutton's "un-Australian" refugee comments.
Close call: These women have escaped some truly terrifying situations.
EgyptAir flight MS804 disappears from radar with almost 70 on board.
Northside Clinic warned about psychiatrist years before indecent assault charges.
Thursday's news in under 5 minutes.
Tragedy as Aussie mum dies from rare pregnancy complications on dream holiday.
60 Minutes: Jailed child recovery team, including Adam Whittington, denied bail in Lebanon.
Caitlin Stasey bares all in a completely nude Instagram photo.
Christie reveals how she is making long distance work with Mark.
"How will my sister and her husband support their kids?" One woman's plea to Aussie families.
The young women growing up in one of the poorest places in Australia.
MKR judge Colin Fassnidge took aim at Gen Y. They were not impressed.
Childcare might be letting you work but in reality, it may not really be worth it.
Thank you, Kate Moss, for the way you looked on the Cannes red carpet.
Waleed Aly: This is the "greatest call to arms I have ever made"
Taking folate during pregnancy may (or may not) cause autism. Confused?
Brynne Edelsten is not going to give Shane Warne a second chance at a 'nightcap'.
Wednesday's news in under 5 minutes.
Mum stabbed her two toddlers to death so that her partner "could not have them."
Seven Year Switch's Brad proposed to Tallena. Again.
Blue Heelers and Neighbours actor sentenced to almost two years in jail.
CEO Whitney Wolfe of Bumble - the anti-Tinder app where women call the shots.
Susan Sarandon was met with silence at Cannes. But we need more celebrities to do what she did.
Sheryl Sandberg on the moment she found her husband dead.
Thank you to the mum who stood up for her daughter.
A message from Catherine McGregor on the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia.
Shane Warne says raunchy texts he reportedly sent to Brynne Edelsten were doctored.
This 23-year-old is begging her mum to let her die.
Sinead O'Connor disappeared on a bike ride, but police say they've now found the troubled singer.
The dramatic 911 call that put an end to the manhunt for Boston bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev.
"Gay panic" should not be an excuse for murder, but in two Australian states it still is.
Tuesday's news in under 5 minutes.
Parents of sick Perth boy, Oshin back in court fighting against radiotherapy.
Melbourne Catholic school backflips on girls' uniform policy after mother's gender equality campaign.
This mother killed her six children. Now she wants another baby.
“ Why is the school system so far behind the rest of society?”
Yes every child should be taught how to swim, but its PARENTS who should be responsible for it.
Smoking age ban: Cancer Council Queensland urges Government to take action.
"Is everyone supposed to come as Eminem?" The Today Show weigh in on blackface controversy.
Election 2016: $185m nanny program only helps 60 families.
'Dangerous' vitamins and supplements revealed in PBS Frontline, New York Times investigation.
Anorexia patients left in the lurch as eating disorder helpline Butterfly Foundation set to be axed.
Ted Bundy's victim reveals the horror of being kidnapped by the notorious serial killer.
Monday's news in under 5 minutes.
Man in custody after allegedly threatening to rape ex-partner.
Duncan from Q&A is now on suicide watch.
Vanessa Hudgens broke the law by publicly declaring her love for Austin Butler.
Lessons from living below the extreme poverty line on $2 a day.
Woman recorded her murder on her phone, with her children nearby.
This mother nearly starved her tiny baby to death on a raw food diet.
Adorable: Ryan Gosling adorably speaks to adorable Ellen about his adorable second baby.
More details about Warnie and Brynne's bizarre late night encounter.
Seems reasonable: Miley Cyrus gets high and dyes her hair - then instantly regrets it.
Tasmanian teacher and mum who raped three students says, "I thought 16 was the legal age."
Magnolia Maymuru: From Yirrkala to the catwalk.
Kylie Jenner has split from boyfriend Tyga after two years.
Eurovision: Dami Im to represent Australia in final round of song contest.
Duncan Storrar 'freaked out' by toaster campaign; $60k crowdfunding campaign on hold.
Queensland man charged with rape of two young girls at daycare centre.
Taxi sexual assault victim told "sitting in the back seat" would have saved her.
Friday's news in under 5 minutes.
Parents find dead newborn in teenager's bed.
“I saw myself in the mirror and nearly died.”
Elite college slammed for "sl*t-shaming" journal tallying student "hook-ups".
Do you follow The Young Mummy on Instagram? Tonight, she needs your help.
Not a fan of Seven Year Switch? Wait until you see what's coming next.
New Zealand's Bachelor just pulled a 'Blake'. And the Kiwis aren't happy.
Flat whites and avo smash drawing New Yorkers in to embrace the Aussie cafe vibe.
Nicholas Hoult reveals the one thing he hated about dating Jennifer Lawrence.
Maslin family who lost three children in MH17 crash welcome baby girl.
This woman refused to wear high heels to work. So she was sent home.
Lynette Daley: DPP announces independent review into case of woman killed on camping trip.
Almost a third of young women don't feel safe in public places at night, A Right to the Night report finds.
Delta Goodrem played a gig in disguise and no one realised.
Thursday's news in under 5 minutes.
Car with sleeping toddler inside towed from clearway as mum allegedly eats at a nearby cafe.
This man put his daughter's head in a box while he raped her. Yesterday, he walked free.
This morning the Today show weighed in on Rachael Finch's parenting.
Jesinta Campbell responds to those comments about her Logies dress.
Divorce doesn't mean your marriage was a failure.
The internet has raised more than $27k to buy this Aussie battler a toaster.
Rachael Finch takes aim at people calling her a bad mother.
'Execution' of Tony McGrath arranged by woman he loved, Brisbane court told.
David Ridsdale: Child sex abuse survivor accused of not being open about his own past as an abuser.
Wednesday's news in under 5 minutes.
"It might be the best six months of your life.” Woman banned by judge from social media.
11-year old girl scalped after her hair got caught in a carnival ride.
Jane Caro: "Why I'm against NAPLAN."
Rebecca Judd's kids just had a party in her J'Aton Couture Logies dress.
Jesinta Campbell’s “fishnet” dress is separating the women from the girls.
Married At First Sight's Jono Pitman wants to get rid of his wedding band.
Sally Faulkner's open letter: "I guarantee you one thing. I will bring my children home."
The letter every child sitting NAPLAN tests this week needs to read.
"Murder, murder" victim's mother screams as Ben Batterham is granted bail.
Batemans Bay mother charged with attempted murder of son after allegedly trying to run over boy.
Ryan Gosling and Eva Mendes have been hiding a SECRET BABY. For weeks.
Cosmetic surgery crackdown: Urgent action needed by states to protect patients, surgeons say.
Carrie Bickmore tore up the dance floor post-Logies.
This young The Voice contestant has chronic Tourette syndrome. Until he's asked to sing.
Fifi Box's daughter is too terrified to watch Frozen thanks to Brendan Fevola.
Tuesday's news in under 5 minutes.
"The person that I loved the most, as my husband, did the most horrific thing imaginable to one of our boys.”
Sam Frost: 'I don't know how to fit in at the Logies.'
Voters urged to update enrolment details as 950,000 missing from electoral roll, AEC says
Lynette Daley's death: NSW DPP under scrutiny over unprosecuted killing
The identity of 'Mustafa' from Waleed Aly's Logies speech has been revealed.
Mila Kunis and Kristen Bell play 'Never Have I Ever' on Ellen with their famous husbands.
Logies 2016: All of the gorgeous frocks straight from the Logies red carpet.
Cancer patient pays $5,000 every two weeks for treatment costing others just $6.20.
'In that moment, it was just Waleed and I. It was lovely.'
There were some very croaky voices and sleepy faces on The Today Show this morning.
Johnny Depp is definitely not over the Pistol and Boo saga.
This is what women wore when they were raped.
Here's everything you missed from the Logies after party.
Monday's news in under 5 minutes.
These are the 13 Logies things we need to talk about.
Peter Helliar and Kitty Flanagan just slayed with their presenter's speech.
Channel Nine's Davina Smith just welcomed her first child.
Logies 2016: All of the fabulous behind the scenes shots of our favourite celebs.
A man charged with abusing six-year-old girl on a bus.
"All women are mothers, whether they have children or not."
Austin Cotterill dies in hospital after Eidsvold house fire
"This Mother's Day you'll find me fighting for my children's future."
Man charged with terrifying rape of a woman in a park might not stand trial.
Fresh evidence in the JonBenet Ramsey points to a new suspect - and a confession.
No one turned up for this grandma's art show. She was devastated - until the internet stepped in.
Saint West makes his first ever public appearance, proves he really is a Saint.
Jordan Rice's father writes a gut-wrenching tribute to his brave son.
Could you forgive a friend who accidentally killed your child? This mum did.
Struggle Street is back, with a new address.
A football star has collapsed and died on the field in the middle of a televised match.
A "pill of hope" could save Taryn and Michelle's sons. But the Australian government says no.
Saturday's news in under 5 minutes.
11 stars we met as children, and are oddly attracted to now they're grown up.
"I want to give Belle Gibson a big hug."
Another Harry Potter star has 'Neville Longbottom-ed'. In a big way.
Finally. Justice for Belle Gibson's victims.
SPOILERS: Have the Logies winners been revealed four days early?
Jackie O apologises for on-air comments questioning the paternity of Kieran Foran's young son.
Tired father who cradled two-day-old to soothe him and let his partner sleep woke to find his son dead beside him.
The $270 celebrity cookbook that sold out before it was even released.
The week that was for sleep deprived mums.
Pete Evans' new wife gave her wedding dress designer a box of paleo balls. Because of course she did.
Jesinta Campbell shares plans for her upcoming wedding to Buddy Franklin.
Britney Spears just wrote the cutest letter to her sons for Mother's Day.
Budget 2016: Bill Shorten outlines $71 billion savings plan in budget reply speech.
Three children were murdered at Bowraville. 26 years later, their families are still fighting for justice.
Sandor Cikos to be released after 16 years in jail for murdering family in Wollongong.
Friday's news in under 5 minutes.
Body in blowhole: Mother of Mengmei 'Michelle' Leng pleads for justice over only child's death.
Sorry Kendall, there's a new Most Liked Photo on Instagram.
'Madonna is not embarrassing. But you are for thinking it.'
There's a recall on every single flavour of Blue Ribbon ice cream.
Mum begs Channel 9 for help to release 60 Minutes kidnapping crew.
Prince Harry says he has 'put off' having kids. Women all over the globe weep.
Mel Greig writes about dating just months after her separation. She's not enjoying it.
Men allegedly took turns holding GoPro as they raped a 16-year-old girl.
Australia's Mother of The Year for 2016 is an inspiration.
Ryan Reynolds reveals the sweet reason his daughter has an "unusual" name.
Why Karl Stefanovic and Lisa Wilkinson want rival TV presenter Waleed Aly to win the Gold Logie.
Dramatic confrontation for Kim Kardashian and Kanye West before the Met Gala.
Family demands answers over the death of baby after gastroenteritis misdiagnosis.
Canberra childcare worker fined $400 for smacking children in her care.
Thursday's news in under 5 minutes.
"I began shouting "yes, yes, yes!": Woman tells of how she had the best orgasm of her life while giving birth.
A woman has been left devastated after a crow snatched her puppy right from her backyard.
He died to save his little brother, now Jordan Rice's bravery will finally be acknowledged.
Delta Goodrem speaks for the first time about conflict with The Voice judges.
Family demands answers over the death of baby after gastroenteritis misdiagnosis.
At 16, Erin had her family murdered because they banned her from seeing her boyfriend.
Rebecca Judd sets the record straight on her daughter's name.
"She showed up in rollers." All the behind-the-scenes details of Kate Middleton's Vogue shoot.
A reporter with autism gives the perfect Channing Tatum interview - all without saying a word.
So, was Beyonce sending a message with her choice of jewellery at the Met Gala?
'The Budget was not the sales pitch working mums were hoping to see.'
"This Budget is devastating and dangerous for women experiencing family violence."
This 7-year-old on Budget night perfectly captured the national mood.
"Brexting? You bet I do. Every single day."
She might only be six-months-old, but WAG Kyly Clarke has big plans for daughter Kelsey Lee.
Budget 2016: Medicare Benefits Schedule overhauled, Government to reap $50m in savings.
Wednesday's news in under 5 minutes.
Mother who tried to murder her three children receives no jail time and allowed contact with her kids.
Budget 2016: Rich get the benefits from Scott Morrison's tax reforms.
Budget 2016: Scott Morrison unveils business, income tax relief in nip-and-tuck fiscal blueprint.
Dressing your age at the Met Gala has never been so complicated.
Sally Faulkner blocked from contacting her children in Lebanon.
"I need practical, fast solutions for my life - so I won't be watching the Budget tonight."
Sinead O'Connor goes on Facebook rant, says a comedian is responsible for Prince's death.
The 2016 Met Gala: The weirdest looks to walk the red carpet.
A fashion blogger recreated our favourite Met Gala fashion on a very cheap budget.
Neighbours' Madeleine West speaks about her freak accident that changed her career forever.
He left no will, now Prince's siblings are battling for his fortune.
All of his friends cancelled on his fourth birthday party so 55 strangers saved the day.
Chiropractors' association says four-day-old baby's treatment 'doesn't look good but is very safe'
Caitlyn's "abusive" texts have ended her relationship with Khloe Kardashian.
Meet the dress Kim Kardashian rejected for the Met Gala.
Bitcoin: Australian Craig Wright confirms he is creator of digital cryptocurrency in confession to media.
Refugee fighting for life in Nauru hospital after setting herself alight.
Tuesday's news in under 5 minutes.
Baby who died had to wait four hours for ambulance as paramedics were “having lunch.”
Tick… tick… why it’s time for Treasurer Scott Morrison to “stop the clock” on further aid cuts.
Refugee fighting for life in Nauru hospital after setting herself alight.
The chilling reason that Clare and Jono's 'marriage' was destined to fail.
The internet's most hilarious responses to tonight's Game of Thrones reveal. (Spoilers!)
What happened to the Great Australian Dream? Home truths on the housing debate.
Omid Masoumali, refugee who died after setting himself on fire, 'suffered without medical care'.
MAFS' Christie responds to pap shots suggesting she may be pregnant.
The instagram account that brilliantly parodies your 'good-deed' friends.
Lisa Wilkinson calls "complete bulls**t" on media story.
What a whopper! Is this Australia's biggest ever baby?
Bindi Irwin's cryptic message for fans hints at growing family feud.
The world's most ridiculous lawsuit is currently underway.
Why Gwyneth Paltrow won't be at the Met Gala tomorrow night.
'Prankster' hacked off his girlfriend's long hair while she slept.
Five years ago Turia Pitt couldn't walk. Yesterday she finished an ironman triathlon.
Woman injured in Bankstown shopping centre shooting an 'innocent bystander', police say.
Toddlers found chained up "like dogs" outside a house.
Monday's news in under 5 minutes.
Leesa Jacobs: Woman set alight by boyfriend warns others to leave abusive relationships.
There was only one person who could resolve this in-flight emergency. A teacher.
Man plays prank on girlfriend for their anniversary, fails terribly.
"Becky with the good hair" has finally come forward.
All hell broke loose between Andrew O'Keefe and Mark Latham on Sunrise.
Woman jailed for 100 years for cutting a baby from a mother's womb.

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