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News from the ABC Australia NDIS provider in administration cites payments delays, cost squeeze NDIS labour hire provider United Foundation has entered voluntary administration blaming regulatory changes, delayed payments and rising costs. Quick hits: Opening ceremony delights, drinks break drama and Haiti's jersey ban The 2026 FIFA World Cup is up and running, launched by a colourful opening ceremony and comprehensive win for Mexico. Here are the quick hits from the opening day of the tournament. VCE students in limbo as Chinese language school enters administration Dozens of students completing VCE Chinese language subjects face an uncertain future after a Chinese community language school goes into administration. NT government questioned over youth prison lockdowns, police policy As the NT's CLP government remains firm on its tough-on-crime agenda and rebuilding of the economy, the first week of senate estimates saw the government questioned around prison lockdowns, police policy and housing. NT government says Claravale land-clearing dispute is now settled For years, the Northern Territory government has been locked in a legal battle with Claravale Station over allegations its owners cleared hundreds of hectares without a permit. But it is not the first time the government has announced the settlement deal. Gus Lamont's grandparent fined over gun offence, unrelated to 4yo's disappearance The grandparent of missing four-year-old Gus Lamont has been fined $10,500 for possession of a gun silencer at the family's Oak Park Station, in South Australia's far north. Police have previously said the offence is not related to his disappearance. Melbourne man charged with manufacturing firearms, drug trafficking The 51-year-old man has been charged after police allegedly found multiple firearms, imitation firearms, drugs and a machete during a search at a property in Melbourne's west. Police investigating shed fire where man's body was found A man's body has been found after a shed fire in southern Tasmania, which police say appears to have been deliberately lit. What are the rules around using fire pits at home? There are rules when it comes to using fire pits and things to be cautious about, including open-air fires being a nuisance to your neighbours. Greens say premier's answers about legal fees 'paint a far worse picture' Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff has provided answers to a series of questions about former minister Madeleine Ogilvie's legal fees matter, but the Greens say they "paint a far worse picture of this shameful saga and his role in it". Thai king's eldest daughter dies after long illness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendira Debyavati, who had spent the past three and a half years in a coma due to a heart condition, is being remembered for her efforts to improve the livelihoods of female prisoners and her diplomatic career. Independence leader vanishes after changing sides to support Indonesia's government A key Indigenous leader in West Papua appeared in a documentary criticising an Indonesian government program, but then changed sides and disappeared. Her family suspects foul play. Shakira kickstarts World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico City The World Cup 2026 opens with a vibrant ceremony as Shakira, Andrea Bocelli and a cavalcade of Latino stars blend with Indigenous Mexican displays at the Estadio Azteca. Firefighters union behind push to stop release of anti-corruption report The United Firefighters Union and its secretary Peter Marshall are behind a legal attempt to stop a report by Victoria's anti-corruption watchdog from being published. Picturesque cliff made famous by K-pop star to reopen Lincolns Rock shut after crowds flocked to the site to recreate a photo posted on Instagram of a K-pop star dangling her legs off the sandstone cliff. Mid-season nightmare as Camden football club loses clubhouse to fire An 800-member club in Sydney's Macarthur region scrambles to find alternative fields for 30 games a week after losing its clubhouse to fire. The head injury that almost ended it all for Mexico's 'miracle' man In 2020, Mexico World Cup goal scorer Raúl Jiménez was lying on the turf of the Arsenal Stadium receiving oxygen after fracturing his skull and injuring his brain. Solving crime in the outback: What a career in forensics looks like From fingerprinting in the lab to photographing cattle from a helicopter, this forensic officer covers a beat the size of Victoria. Notorious childcare paedophile loses appeal against 27-year sentence The former childcare worker sexually abused dozens of children at centres for almost two decades. NT government axes controversial $1.1 million private midwife contract The Northern Territory government has axed a $1.1 million contract awarded to a Darwin midwife, banned from working unsupervised, almost 10 months after doctors began raising concerns about the deal.  News from the BBC World Service Armed forces minister quits after Healey exit as defence funding row deepens Al Carns says the military isn't "sufficiently funded", as Dan Jarvis becomes the new defence secretary. Chris Mason: Dissent fizzes again at the top of the Labour Party The resignations of the defence secretary and armed forces minister pile the pressure further on the PM's leadership. Trump says deal to end Iran war is close after calling off strikes However, Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson tells state TV that reports of an agreement were "speculative" and "nothing has been finalised". Meningitis B vaccine to be offered to a million young people The decision for the one-off vaccine programme follows the unprecedented outbreak in Kent this year. Child-rape sentence reignites scrutiny of UK high street mini-marts Rapist Bawan Harwe lured underage girls back to his flat with the promise of free vapes and cash. Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha dies after more than three years in coma Princess Bajrakitiyabha, the king's eldest daughter, collapsed in December 2022 while exercising her dogs. Do not use my music, Ariana Grande tells White House Grande called a White House video using her song Bye "heinous nonsense", joining multiple artists demanding Trump's team not use their music. 'I spent uni savings on getting my teeth fixed' - how NHS dentist shortage is costing a fortune People tell BBC Your Voice the rising cost of private dentistry is putting them in a difficult position. Girl, 14, charged with attempted murder after Manchester school knife attack Two pupils and a teacher were injured in the attack, which counter-terror police are investigating. Elon Musk's SpaceX raises $75bn ahead of record stock market debut The public sale is also expected to make Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire. Northern Ireland protests pass off without incident after two nights of unrest After two nights of unrest, pockets of protests held across Northern Ireland have passed off without major incident. World Cup kicks off in Mexico with Shakira, dancing, and protests There was a star-studded opening ceremony, and some sporadic clashes between police and protesters around the Azteca stadium. Three red cards shown as Mexico beat South Africa in World Cup opener Three players are sent off as World Cup co-hosts Mexico defeat South Africa in a dramatic opening match at a packed Azteca Stadium. Why the economics make this the craziest World Cup ever From trade wars to soaring ticket prices, the 2026 World Cup is unlike any before it. Faisal Islam explores what this tournament reveals about our changing global economy. From near death to World Cup hero - Jimenez's tears for Mexico From nearly dying on the pitch to scoring for Mexico at the World Cup - Raul Jimenez has completed a remarkable comeback. Catch up on the World Cup without any spoilers It is a dilemma plenty of fans in the UK will have - and we are giving you the chance to follow the World Cup without spoilers. Why defence funding deal offered to Healey wasn't enough to keep him The defence secretary was pressing the prime minister for a larger increase in defence spending than he was offered, the BBC understands. 'I've never been this good' – revolutionary immune reset puts lupus in remission Patients on the trial have not needed medication to manage their condition. Air India crash families' year-long battle to identify remains of victims Relatives urge Indian authorities for answers after receiving the misidentified, and in one case mixed, remains of their loved ones. Weekly quiz: Which Sesame Street character got in trouble with New Yorkers? How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days? Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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