CNET News Digest
Daily News • Friday, 30 January 2026
Brook celebrates quickfire century
England batter Harry Brook pulled out an intriguing celebration after scoring a fast ODI century against Sri Lanka.
Students buzzing after school bus rammed in dramatic Geelong pursuit
The head of Catholic schools said students were excited and chatty after the incident, in which police opened fire at a vehicle driving erratically.
If a summer of sharks restores our respect for the ocean, that’s no bad thing
Fatalities on our beaches shouldn’t terrify us; they should make us more humble in our approach to the ocean, more respectful, and more willing to learn.
Denmark’s King Frederik and Queen Mary to visit Australia
King Frederik and Australian-born Queen Mary, who met during the Sydney Olympics and married in 2004, will make their fourth official visit in March.
Prodigal guns: How the Waratahs harnessed hunger of stars they previously brushed
The Waratahs have historically had their pick of the best young talent in Australian rugby. This year has seen a different approach.
A thousand faces, one heart: The quiet modesty of Catherine O’Hara
Forged in the fire of improvisational comedy, Catherine O’Hara possessed the rare ability to turn a grain of truth into the most absurd characters.
US Justice Department releases millions of pages of Epstein documents
The department is releasing more than 3 million pages of documents in the latest Epstein disclosure, as well as more than 2,000 videos and 180,000 images.
Alleged fake casting agent charged with child prostitution
A man in Sydney’s inner west has been charged after allegedly posing as a casting agent to lure young actors into sex acts with the promise of film and television roles.
Catherine O’Hara passes away aged 71
Beloved actress Catherine O’Hara, best known for work in Home Alone and Schitt’s Creek, has died aged 71.
Powerful winds cause power outages across Adelaide.
Strong winds have caused mass destruction across Adelaide, leaving tens of thousands without electricity.
Two injured after stabbing in Sydney’s West
A man has been stabbed and a woman injured following a violent attack in Sydney’s west.
Queensland Police to roll out more police patrols and RBT sites across the state
More police patrols, new RBT sites, and social media campaigns are set to be rolled out in Queensland.
The Morning Serve Day 14
Casey Dellacqua and Alicia Molik join Nick McArdle to preview the women’s singles final.
Former CNN journalist arrested over anti-ICE protest at Minnesota church
Don Lemon said he was covering the demonstration as a reporter, while his lawyer labelled the arrest “an unprecedented attack on the First Amendment”.
The ‘dangerous’ outlawed health item in organic store fridges
A dairy industry leader has slammed the inclusion of unpasteurised milk in an organic store chain’s regular dairy display as misleading and unsafe.
The test changing how one of Australia’s deadliest cancers is treated
The diagnostic device requires little more than a non-invasive blood sample and was developed in a Queensland lab.
Catherine O’Hara, Emmy-winning comedian of Schitt’s Creek, dies at 71
The Canadian-born actor was known for comedic roles across the decades – from Kevin’s beleaguered mum in Home Alone to the iconic Moira Rose.
Luigi Mangione won’t face death penalty after judge dismisses murder charge
US District Judge Margaret Garnett acknowledged her analysis may strike ordinary people as “tortured and strange”, but that “the law must be the court’s only concern”.
Ashes, tennis and watching LIV die: What a great way to start my 40th campaign
This is my 40th year writing for the mighty Herald. I’ve had a great summer, now it’s time to get stuck in.
Once polarising, Basement Jaxx’s singular sound has won over a new generation
The legendary UK dance duo return to Australia for their first full live shows in over 15 years.