News from the ABC Australia
15 months, 270 AI experts and $188k bill before AI body scrapped Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
It took 15 months to narrow a field of 270 AI experts to 12 appointees for an AI authority, at a cost of almost $200,000, before it was suddenly scrapped by the federal government.
Man fails to overturn conviction for murdering pregnant teenager Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
Rodney Wayne Williams is serving life in jail for the murder of 16-year-old, pregnant Tiffany Taylor in Waterford West in July 2015.
Australia's long wait for a high-speed train Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
It has been more than 40 years since the idea of high-speed rail was first floated in Australia, but is it finally about to become a reality?
Could former prince Andrew be removed from the line of succession? Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
Is it possible to remove him? The short answer is yes — but it would most likely be a time-consuming process involving many parliaments passing legislation.
Woman filmed after allegedly attempting to snatch hijab from teen Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
Queensland Police launch an investigation after a woman allegedly attempted to snatch a hijab from a teenage girl on the Brisbane bayside.
Emergency warnings as intense storms sweep across Melbourne Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
Residents in large areas of Melbourne and the Yarra Valley are being urged to shelter indoors as dangerous storms cross the city.
Former RBA governor calls for capital gains tax discount to be scrapped Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
Bernie Fraser tells a Senate committee hearing on capital gains tax that, if it were up to him, he would abolish the discount, as he warns younger Australians are watching the unaffordable housing market in "dismay".
Deal to salvage Zone RV leaves caravan customers short-changed Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
A Melbourne-based company has purchased Zone RV, but customers who collectively paid millions before its collapse will be left out of pocket.
Ancient salamander-crocodile predator revealed by new WA fossil research Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
A salamander-crocodile type predator survived five extinction events and travelled from waters off Norway to WA's Kimberley coast.
Woman found dead in Ipswich property had been there for two weeks Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
A 34-year-old found nearby, known to the victim, is receiving a medical assessment and is yet to speak to police.Â
'Silencing mechanism': Football Australia's Matildas FC program angers ex-players Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
A new membership program launched by Football Australia puts former Matildas players in a difficult position if they want to criticise the governing body.
Debate raging over WA child sex abuse laws in wake of High Court decision Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
A tense political fight is brewing over the future of laws to compensate survivors of institutional child sexual abuse, as the government faces pressure to expand its scope beyond just churches and religious institutions.
New York hires emergency shovelers after blizzard brings city to standstill Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
A record-breaking snowstorm pummels the north-eastern United States, bringing cities to a near-standstill for millions of residents.
Why farmers are sick of being called 'resilient' and why it's causing real harm Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
Farmers and mental health experts say it is time to stop calling farmers "resilient", with concerns it is making it harder for people to ask for, or be offered, help.
TasWater lays out 'consequences' if water price hike demand not met Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
TasWater has continued to press its case for a steep water bill hike, despite the economic regulator's decision to halve its proposed price earlier this month.Â
Trump seems to mock US women's hockey team while congratulating men on gold Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
Viral video of Trump's White House invitation to the US men's hockey team sparks backlash online after the president jokes he would be 'impeached' if he did not also include the gold-medal winning women's team.
The social media ban has hit some families harder than others. Here's why Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
We spoke with three parents about how it has impacted their family and the different choices they are making around the ban.Â
Australia confirms first Tests in South Africa since ball tampering Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
Steve Smith will be one of five Australian players from the infamous 2018 tour to return to South Africa later this year.Â
Developer behind Gold Coast Trump Tower proposal went bankrupt twice Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
A search by the ABC of federal insolvency records reveals the developer has had personal financial scrapes.
Rare Commodore rebuilt by 700 apprentices to be auctioned for charity Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
Fifteen years, 700 apprentices and now the potential to save several lives, this classic VL Holden Commodore has become more than the sum of its parts.
News from the BBC World Service
Lord Mandelson released on bail after arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 The Metropolitan Police says a 72-year-old man has been released on bail pending further investigation. Watch: Peter Mandelson arrives at home after being released on bail Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 Lord Mandelson has been released pending further investigation, the Metropolitan Police says, hours after his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office. First British baby born using transplanted womb from deceased donor Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 Grace Bell, who was born without a viable womb, says her little boy is "simply a miracle". Mexico sends thousands of soldiers to stop violence after death of drug lord Posted on Monday February 23, 2026 A wave of violence has erupted across Mexico since a powerful drug cartel boss died following his capture by special forces. Chocolate kept in anti-theft boxes as retailers warn it's being stolen to order Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 Retailers and police forces tell the BBC that thieves are targeting chocolate and selling it on. GPs to get £3,000 bonus to maximise weight loss drug prescriptions Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 Bid to improve access to Mounjaro in England, but experts warn eligibility still tightly restricted. Lib Dems in bid to release files on Andrew trade role Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 The party wants documents on the former prince's appointment in 2001 to be published by ministers. BBC sorry for airing racial slur shouted by guest with Tourette's at Baftas Posted on Monday February 23, 2026 Actors Michael B Jordan and Delroy Lindo were on stage at the time during the award ceremony in London. Nick Reiner pleads not guilty to killing parents Rob and Michele Posted on Monday February 23, 2026 Nick Reiner, 32, appeared in a Los Angeles courtroom on Monday, after his parents were found dead in their Brentwood home in December. Reform vows to overhaul pension schemes for new local government workers Posted on Monday February 23, 2026 Reform plans to end more generous defined benefit pension schemes for new local government workers if it wins office Rape suspect freed from jail in error now abroad Posted on Monday February 23, 2026 The man was awaiting trial when he was released from HMP Wormwood Scrubs and has now left the UK. Inside the children's home where late night footsteps meant fear and abuse Posted on Monday February 23, 2026 Two women who were sexually abused at Skircoat Lodge in Halifax in the 1990s tell their stories. Is US crime at a historic low? Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 BBC Verify assesses claims by the Trump administration that crime and murder in the US are at their lowest levels for 125 years. The Papers: 'Mandelson arrested' and 'Four years of tears' in Ukraine Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 The arrest of Lord Mandelson on suspicion of misconduct in public office leads many of Tuesday's papers. Lord Mandelson arrest - how did we get here? Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 It comes after the ex-Labour minister was accused of passing sensitive government information to Jeffrey Epstein. What happened to Arlene? The 30-year mystery of a murder without a body Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 Arlene Fraser's husband Nat is serving life for murder - but her family is still seeking answers about what happened to her body. 'A conman stole my money and bought his wife a 10-carat diamond ring' Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 US victims have lost hundreds of thousands of dollars to a gang of UK and Irish nationals, known as The Travelling Conmen. 'Burned and destroyed': Locals and tourists describe Mexico unrest Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 Violence has erupted across several states in Mexico after cartel leader El Mencho was killed on Sunday. Queen tells Gisèle Pelicot her new memoir left her 'speechless' Posted on Monday February 23, 2026 Camilla praised the French rape survivor over tea at her Clarence House residence in London. Children in care off school for months as school rejections stack up Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 Councils seek powers to require more schools to take children as heads say funding would meet needs.
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