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18 hours ago
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Man gets Mercedes stuck on world-famous Roman landmark
Your web browser is no longer supported. To improve your experience update it here An 80-year-old man drove a compact luxury Mercedes-Benz A Class sedan down the landmark Spanish Steps in Rome this week before getting stuck partway down, municipal police said in a statement. The man tested negative for alcohol, and was cited on the spot for driving down the monument in Rome's historic centre, police said. Police said the man, a resident of Rome, was at a loss to explain how he had wound up driving down the famed steps. An 80-year-old driver in Rome managed to get his Mercedes stuck on the city's famed Spanish Steps. (9News) They did not release his name and it was unclear if the car was his. The small sporty car was later removed by firefighters using a crane. Police did not respond to requests for more details about the dynamics of the apparent accident. One of Rome's most recognisable monuments, the Spanish Steps have never been intended for motor vehicles, although some thrill seekers have tried their luck. A Saudi man was charged with aggravated damage to cultural heritage after a surveillance camera recorded him driving a rented Maserati down the 135 travertine steps in 2022. The Spanish Steps take their name from the Spanish Embassy to the Holy See in the nearby square. A famed background for numerous films, they were built in the 1720s and have long been a popular spot to people watch and hang out. rome accidents driving Italy Europe World CONTACT US Property News: The last inner Sydney suburbs where houses cost under $2m.
9 News
4 days ago
- Politics
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Israel strikes state-run Iranian TV while live on air
Your web browser is no longer supported. To improve your experience update it here Iran's state media studios have been bombed by Israel in a missile barrage that was caught live on air. The studio, based in Tehran, was airing a live television program when the bombs dropped, with loud bangs heard off camera. A female presenter, addressing the camera, quickly flees from the desk as debris starts falling from the roof and the frame begins shaking. Iran's state media studios have been bombed by Israel in a missile barrage that was caught live on air. The studio, based in Tehran, was airing a live television program when the bombs dropped, with loud bangs heard off camera. (Nine) Videos circulating on social media show the Iranian state TV building, known as "the glass building," is still burning. Following the attack, live programs have been transferred to another studio that resembles those used for radio broadcasts. Israel launched airstrikes and drones at Iran throughout the day, while Iran fired a pre-dawn wave of missiles at Israel that killed at least eight people. The tit-for-tat attacks between Israel and Iran began when Israel attacked Iran over Tehran's nuclear program, and have raised fears of a wider, more dangerous regional war. Iran's state media studios have been bombed by Israel in a missile barrage that was caught live on air. The studio, based in Tehran, was airing a live television program when the bombs dropped, with loud bangs heard off camera. (Nine) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed Monday that the strikes have set Iran's nuclear program back "years." He added that Israel is not attempting to topple the Iranian government, but he said he would not be surprised if that happened as a result of the strikes. He also said he is in daily touch with US President Donald Trump. The military said defence systems were operating to intercept the missiles. There were no immediate reports of casualties or damage. In an Israeli city hit by missile fire, many support attacking Iran. While no opinion polls have been released since Israel launched a surprise attack Friday, much of the Israeli public seems to be lining up behind the operation in these early days. In an Israeli city hit by missile fire, many support attacking Iran. (AP) As they surveyed the damage and moved to hotels or the homes of loved ones, some Petah Tikva residents said Israel must keep up its attacks to survive. One woman said four of her neighbours were killed and much of her apartment was destroyed. Miryam, who spoke to AP on condition that her last name not be used because she serves in the military, called it the scariest thing she's experienced. "But the right thing is to attack Iran; I don't want them to have this power over us," she said. CONTACT US Property News: The last inner Sydney suburbs where houses cost under $2m.
9 News
11-06-2025
- General
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'Remain indoors': Fire north of Brisbane prompts emergency warning for hundreds
Your web browser is no longer supported. To improve your experience update it here A storage facility fire that spewed smoke high into the air north of Brisbane has prompted an emergency declaration affecting hundreds of Queensland homes. Up to 75 firefighters were battling the blaze, which broke out at the business on Old Gympie Road, Burpengary, about 6pm last night. "A large volume of smoke is affecting the surrounding area, including the Bruce Highway," firefighters warned. A fire broke out in a storage facility in Burpengary on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. (9News) Police made an emergency declaration under the Public Safety Preservation Act about an hour late, affecting the reasonably large area within the bounds of New Settlement, Pitt, Bellini, Twists and Old Bay roads. "Members of the public are advised to avoid the area and those within the exclusion zone are asked to remain indoors and close their windows until further notice," police said. "A number of roads in the area are being affected due to the large amount of smoke from the fire." Queensland Fire Department acting Inspector Daniel Rasmussen said it would be "quite a long night". Up to 75 firefighters were battling the blaze, which broke out at the business on Old Gympie Road, Burpengary, about 6pm last night. (9News) Queensland Fire Department acting Inspector Daniel Rasmussen said it would be "quite a long night" in Burpengary on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. (9News) "It's going to be quite a protracted incident due to the nature of the construction of the building and the nature of a storage facility, has lots of different rooms and lots of different items inside," he said. He said the fire was in one half of the building, separated by a firewall and "got quite big, quite fast". "The firefighters have done a great job to contain the fire, stopping it to spread to the other buildings, stopping it to spread to the other half of the building that's on fire, and to contain it so that when it does collapse, it's not going to do any more damage to other buildings," he said. fires fire queensland national Australia CONTACT US Property News: The last inner Sydney suburbs where houses cost under $2m.
9 News
11-06-2025
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Exclusive: WA dad pays tribute after teen daughter dies in car tragedy
Your web browser is no longer supported. To improve your experience update it here Exclusive: The father of a 15-year-old girl killed in a four-wheel drive rollover in WA's south west says he's struggling to imagine life without her. "I'll never walk her down the aisle, I'll never meet her first child," Greg Bragger said. Caitlyn Bragger died when her unlicensed 16-year-old boyfriend allegedly lost control of a Land Cruiser near Logue Brook Dam on Saturday night. The father of a 15-year-old girl killed in a four-wheel drive rollover in WA's South West says he's struggling to imagine life without her. (Supplied) The vehicle rolled several times at Hoffman, about 150km south of Perth. She was one of six teens in the car. Five others were injured, one of whom had to be cut from the wreck by volunteer firefighters. Four have since been discharged from hospital, while another remains in Royal Perth. "Their lives will go on, mine's just empty," Bragger said. It's understood the group had been on a camping trip to celebrate Caitlyn and her boyfriend's anniversary. Her 47-year-old father, a former army veteran, said nothing in his life had prepared him for the pain of losing his only child. "Ten years in the army, it's nothing compared to this," he said. Caitlyn Bragger died when her unlicensed 16-year-old boyfriend allegedly lost control of a LandCruiser. (Supplied) They shared a close bond, road trips, camping, even flying a Cessna when she was 10. "She had no fear... tell her she couldn't do something, she'd prove you wrong. His final message to her before the trip simply read "Stay safe, and enjoy". Caitlyn's death has devastated the WA community, and a GoFundMe has been launched to help the family. Police are still investigating the crash. Western Australia national Australia crashes police CONTACT US Property News: The last inner Sydney suburbs where houses cost under $2m.
9 News
05-06-2025
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City suspends e-scooter hire after father killed by allegedly drunk rider
Your web browser is no longer supported. To improve your experience update it here BREAKING Man dies after being struck by light rail in Sydney Thahn Phan was walking along the intersection of Murray and King Street when he was struck by an e-scooter and suffered a fatal brain bleed on Saturday night. Police allege 24-year-old British tourist Alicia Kemp was steering the e-scooter after six hours of drinking and with a blood alcohol reading of 0.158. Thahn Phan died after suffering a brain bleed. (9News) Phan's family called for a "review of the governance and safety regulations surrounding hired e-scooters to help prevent further serious incidents that put lives at risk" in the wake of his death. Deputy Lord Mayor Bruce Reynolds has responded to the call with a suspension of e-scooter hires starting from 12pm local time today. "A tragic event occurred at the weekend and our thoughts are with the deceased man's family at this very sad time," he said. "In response to the fatality, the City of Perth has suspended the hiring of e-scooters from 12pm today." The suspension will continue with no end date currently in place. Transport Minister Rita Saffioti also admitted there was more the state government could do on compliance with e-scooter laws. Transport Minister Rita Saffioti admitted there was more the state government could do on compliance. (9News) Phan lived in the state for more than 10 years and worked as a structural engineer. The "beloved" father died from his injuries in hospital about two days after the e-scooter crash. "On Saturday night, Thanh Phan – a beloved husband, father of two, brother, and dear friend – was struck by an electric scooter and critically injured," the family said in a statement on Tuesday. "Yesterday evening, we received the heartbreaking news that Thanh passed away as a result of his injuries." Speaking to 9News, neighbours described him as "unwaveringly positive, hard working, and one of the kindest people we have known". Kemp was charged with dangerous driving causing death and was refused bail after the court deemed her a flight risk. She will face court again next month. Perth Western Australia Australia national police courts crime crashes council CONTACT US Property News: The last inner Sydney suburbs where houses cost under $2m.
