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An individual accused of pushing a woman onto train tracks during peak hour has taken the initiative and declared his defense in court without waiting to hear all the charges against them first.

Joe Biden’s bizarre tangent

Joe Biden recently went off on one of the more unexpected tangents during a town hall event by lamenting how straight people think gay people have lots of sex, an indication of how his cognitive decline has become even more obvious.

He made several inaccurate remarks during the interview, such as mistaking Kamala Harris for Vice President Trump and confusing Volodymyr Zelensky and Vladimir Putin several times, as well as mispronouncing and struggling to form words at times.

Although Biden had his share of flubs and false starts during his first solo news conference since his disastrous debate performance with Donald Trump, he may have salvaged some election chances with his solid performance at this news conference.

The hysteria around a photo of Brad Pitt

Sources claim it has been some time since Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston last spoke, but sources now report they’ve become close once again. Brad has even attended both Jen’s 50th birthday party and Christmas festivities this year! Additionally, both attended this year’s SAG awards but it remains unknown if any physical contact occurred between them at that event.

Sources have reported that Pitt has been diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Syndrome triggered by events like his children’s abduction and assault in 2012. The condition affects people of all races and ages, manifesting itself through an “unstable and disorientated sense of self-awareness”, as per the Institute for Trauma Recovery Studies.

Isaac Heeney has lost his appeal against his AFL ban and will miss this weekend’s match against North Melbourne. Additionally, a builder who allegedly dumped asbestos-contaminated waste onto his wife’s Southern Highlands property has been ordered to pay $70,000 in fines and costs for violating environmental legislation.

A veteran Seven anchor’s abrupt departure

Veteran broadcaster Karen Rosato recently informed staff she will be departing Seven for personal reasons, having worked as reporter, weekend forecaster and morning anchor. Rosato reportedly felt pushed aside in favour of co-anchor Shirleen Allicot who has different working styles; Rosato has even allegedly called Allicot “c-t” off camera.

One noughties pop star has something “super personal” to announce to their fans. Their music career has seen ups and downs, including an intense struggle against disco music that reached an explosive conclusion on an iconic sporting ground.

The leader of a religious group accused of causing the death of an eight-year-old girl has told a court they have no interest in what decision the judge makes. Meanwhile, the Northern Territory (NT) government triggered curfew laws prior to an election but critics saw this move as political posturing. Powerful owls predate on possums killing up to 250 every year but some possums are also succumbing to deadly new predators such as rat poison.

A mother’s heartbreaking story

Mothers have revealed how their teenage son’s kindness and loyalty led to his murder at their Sydney home. Police discovered a shocking discovery upon conducting welfare checks at several suburban homes; The Block’s next series will film in Daylesford; Premier Steven Miles will be asked how red and green tape has hindered Queensland’s resource sector while Rupert Murdoch gave an honest appraisal of Malcolm Turnbull.

One young Territories talent has secured a new contract following an outstanding season. Additionally, there was a key reason many Australians were late today and you can learn more here. Additionally this week: