Notorious serial killer Ivan Milat could soon be transferred to intensive care at a Sydney hospital as he fights terminal oesophagus and stomach cancer.

US Democrats, joined by some of Donald Trump's fellow Republicans, have introduced a resolution opposing the President's decision to withdraw US forces from Syria, the latest sign of deep disapproval in Congress of his action.

While Australians are easily able to keep their number as they transfer between phone companies, the streamlined method is also puts them at risk of being scammed.

US Vice President Mike Pence will head to Turkey on Wednesday in an effort to negotiate a ceasefire in Syria, Donald Trump said, amid calls for tougher sanctions on Ankara.

Labor and the Greens are continuing their push for federal parliament to declare a climate emergency.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge arrived in style to a special reception in Pakistan, opting for a rickshaw as they wrapped up the second day of their official royal tour.

Archaeologists have uncovered at least 20 ancient wooden coffins in the southern Egyptian city of Luxor.

Six young adults and their father have received medical treatment after Dutch police acting on a tip-off discovered them locked away in a secret room at an isolated farm, officials in the Netherlands said on Tuesday.

Late pop superstar Whitney Houston, rock group Dave Matthews Band and murdered hip-hop artist The Notorious B.I.G.

The Duke of Cambridge and Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan have reminisced about the ex-Test cricketer speaking of his political ambitions more than 20 years ago.