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News from the ABC Australia

Far-right party wins a German state election for the first time since WWII
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

Germany's far-right party AfD becomes the largest party in the state of Saxony-Anhalt, the first far-right win in Germany since World War II. 

Trump weighs declaring protracted war over, but Iran has other plans
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

The Iran war is showing signs it could drag on into next year as Iran seemingly looks to prolong Donald Trump's political pain for as long as possible.

Why some legal experts believe Neo-Nazis may win in the High Court
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

Several legal experts believe there is a significant prospect that Neo-Nazi group White Australia may have its ban overturned by the High Court.

Schools body in talks to sever ties with Catholic order marred by abuse
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

A national organisation set up by the Christian Brothers that runs 61 Catholic schools across Australia is considering severing its ties with the order amid mounting tensions over abuse payouts.

I was addicted to optimising my life, but it didn't make me happier
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

I was hooked by the idea that my lack of happiness and fulfilment in the present moment could be fixed if I just got better at my life.

Could exercise be thwarting your weight loss goals?
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

Many people report exercise makes them incredibly hungry. Here's what might be going on.

A $3.4b collapse exposes the mess of our housing industry
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

The collapse of Bathla is a disaster for the national housing supply and affordability project: its now-stalled pipeline of 14,000 apartments represents about 18.5 per cent of new housing stock to be built in NSW this year. 

How well do you know your history? Find out with this week's quiz
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

This time around, we have questions on giant fatbergs, British children's books, the last Tasmanian tiger and more.

Russia calls Leipzig drone attack accusations 'start of real war'
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

The German government concluded last week that Russia was responsible for an attempted drone attack at Leipzig Airport last month.

F1 wonderkid wins from 19th, Piastri fifth as Ferrari fans left in tears
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

Kimi Antonelli's magical season has continued in emphatic fashion, winning his home Italian Grand Prix from 19th in a historic triumph for the F1 drivers' championship leader.

US delegation holds talks in Kyiv amid Russia-Ukraine capitals ceasefire
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy have agreed to pause strikes on each other's capitals while the talks take place.

'People were screaming': Qantas passengers tell of engine spitting fire
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

Flight QF122 had just left Queenstown in New Zealand on Saturday when it was diverted over what the airline said was a "suspected engine issue".

Dozens of bushfires burn as Qld swelters through above-average temps
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

A fire in the Lockyer Valley forced the temporary closure of the Warrego Highway, as some residents chose to leave their homes, and parts of Queensland sweltered through the hottest September day in years.

Dockers AFLW star turns ruck coach after injury to assist victory
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

Mim Strom's afternoon comes to a premature end due to a shoulder injury, but she still finds a way to make an impact on Fremantle's win over Richmond.

Burnouts and drag races as Red CentreNATS takes over Alice Springs
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

Hundreds of people have turned out in force for the 12th edition of beloved Alice Springs car festival the Red CentreNATS, with a program featuring street cruising, drag races, burnout competitions and a street parade.

Canadian woman dies in moped crash on Magnetic Island
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

A 74-year-old woman died when the moped she was riding collided with a car at Horseshoe Bay on Magnetic Island in north Queensland.

Osaka apologises to children after struggling with Achilles issue at US Open
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

Naomi Osaka was not too impressed with her own behaviour during her thriller against Elise Mertens at the US Open.

'Not about revenge': Parents of Perth brothers killed in Mexico to attend trial
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

The parents of Australian brothers Jake and Callum Robinson are travelling to Mexico for the trial of the men accused of murdering their sons, saying it's not about revenge, but hearing the truth and representing all those who loved them.

Vietnam wants to grow dental tourism. It has Australian dentists worried
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

Australians now make up the majority of foreign clients at dentists in Vietnam, as increasing numbers of Australians seek cheaper, quicker dental procedures in Asia. But Australian dentists are worried.

Brisbane waterfront approved for 2,200 homes but none affordable
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

The former industrial site is "the last major development site available" near the CBD, "close to all the things people need and want", MP Tim Nicholls says. 



News from the BBC World Service

German far-right set for big win in eastern state, projections show
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

Germany's AfD has hailed a "historic result" and is projected to win more than 44% of the vote, far ahead of the conservative CDU on 18.4%.

Zelensky says he expects war to continue into winter after talks with US envoys
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

Talks finished without an announcement of a major breakthrough, after Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner travelled to Kyiv.

Minister to meet Jaguar Land Rover boss as thousands of job cuts expected
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

The company is struggling with the impact of tariffs as well as the fallout from a major cyber attack last year.

Jamaica to bring slavery reparations petition to King Charles
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

The King will be asked to refer three questions to the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council.

Volcano eruption leaves 170,000 passengers stranded in Indonesia
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

More than 170,000 airline passengers are stranded after ash was detected in airspace near Jakarta following the eruptions.

Dozens feared trapped in collapsed building in Delhi
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

As many as 50 people are thought to have been inside the five-storey hostel when it came down.

140 migrants in single dinghy rescued in English Channel
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

They were transferred onto two lifeboats and taken to shore in the UK.

Aviation faces hotter, stormier skies – and passengers might have to accept more disruption
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

Are people going to have to increasingly accept more delays and diversions as the effects of climate change intensify?

Iran warns of 'faster, heavier, more painful response' to US attacks
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

The comments came a day after Washington said it had struck Iranian oil tankers in response to Tehran's attacks on US warships in the region.

Fifa president Infantino will stand for re-election
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

Fifa president Gianni Infantino will stand for re-election in March, the world governing body has confirmed.

Why more women carry the 'mental load' - and how couples can share it
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

Planning, organising and remembering household tasks often fall disproportionately to mothers - here are some tips to help.

Natalie Imbruglia on her worst audition: 'I remember feeling icky'
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

The pop star talks about new music, stage fright, conspiracy theories and awkward auditions.

Majority Russian-speaking city in Ukraine considers language ban in the arts
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

Ukraine's third-biggest city Odesa decides this week whether to ban Russian-language content in music and literature in public.

The next James Bond: The (00)7 questions fans want answered
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

Speculation has been building recently that an announcement about Daniel Craig's successor could be close.

Why Munya Chawawa is 'jumping ship' from socials to Shakespeare
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

The comedian is making his stage acting debut and says he wants to move away from social content.

Apologies after Diana fountain shut all summer by technical fault
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

The Diana Memorial Fountain remains closed following a sequence of technical faults.

Nigel Farage tells BBC he 'wasn't listening' during foreign donor talks filmed undercover
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

The Reform leader also told the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg that his family are "begging" him to leave his job.

TV presenter among 12 sentenced to death in Egypt drugs case
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

Sarah Khalifa is best known for her TV programme Mission Impossible which dealt with crime issues.

Police slow to respond to Dover protest, says council boss
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

The "exceptionally well organised" protest "caught several agencies on the hoof", the leader says.

Green Party deputy leader linked to property lets despite opposition to landlords
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

Mothin Ali, is linked to two rental properties via his company, but does not appear to profit from them.



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