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Crime

79-Year-Old Confirmed As Most Prolific Serial Killer In US History

Little is already serving multiple life sentences in California.
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'He Had It Coming': Man Who Attacked Daniel Morcombe's Killer With Boiling Water Pleads Guilty To Torture

Brett Peter Cowan received superficial burns to 15 percent of his body.
By Australian Associated Press, Australian Associated Press

Controversial New Shotgun 'More Dangerous' Than The Adler, Opponents Say

Calls for the Pardus LAX MF, with an assault rifle-like magazine, to be more heavily restricted.
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Backpacker Victims Of Violent Salt Creek Attack Share Harrowing Story

The two young women who were viciously assaulted on a deserted South Australian beach in 2016 have spoken out.
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Erin Phillips: Ban On Gay Marriage 'Probably The Most Disappointing Part Of Being Australian'

The dual sports star says we're behind as a nation.
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Paulini's Shocking Driving Record Revealed Following Bribery Plea

The Aussie singer bribed a transport official for a fake driver's licence.
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NSW MP Gareth Ward Embroiled In 'Special Massage' Scandal In New York

Two boys allegedly tried to extort the state MP after ordering a hotel massage.
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Parents Sentenced After Baby Dies From Alternative Milk Diet

Seven-month-old Lucas weighed just 4.3 kilos when he died.
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George Christensen Regrets Appearing On A White Supremacist Podcast

The Coalition MP now says The Dingoes' podcast is 'insanity'.
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Bliss N Eso Open Up About Actor's Death On Brisbane Music Video Set

"It was an absolute tragedy and something that was really tough for everyone."
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