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News from the ABC Australia

Vance warns Iran not to ‘play’ US ahead of Pakistan peace talks
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

The centre of Islamabad has been locked down as US delegates, including JD Vance, travel to Pakistan for peace talks with Iran.

Kennedy becomes first Australian to break 10-second barrier at home
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

Lachlan Kennedy has scorched to a sub-10-second run in the heats of the 100 metres at the Australian Athletics Championships, and promises his best is still to come.

St Kilda's Lance Collard found guilty of using homophobic slur against opponent
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

St Kilda forward Lance Collard has been found guilty of using a homophobic slur against an opponent, leaving his AFL career hanging in the balance.

Infant found dead inside vehicle in Palmerston driveway
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

Northern Territory Police are investigating the death of an infant who was found inside a vehicle parked in the driveway of a Palmerston home on Friday.

Bones found on Rottnest Island are Indigenous remains
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

Several human bones that were found on Rottnest Island this week are historic Indigenous remains, WA Police say.

Ben Roberts-Smith display at War Memorial altered following arrest
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

As the Australian War Memorial unveils some of its newest elements as part of a $500 million redevelopment, director Matt Anderson confirms it has altered a display dedicated to Ben Roberts-Smith in the wake of his arrest for alleged war crimes. 

Dockers launch late fightback to pip Magpies in frantic finish
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

Fremantle wins its fourth match in a row after surviving a tense final few minutes against Collingwood at Adelaide Oval.

Country primary school staggered by 'routine' $100k water bills
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

Dunsborough Primary School is racking up massive water bills in comparison to nearby schools, to the detriment of student support and repairs to facilities.

Man who killed foster brother to stay in jail due to lack of mental facilities
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

Ian Brooke was found not guilty of murder due to his mental impairment, but will have to stay in jail because of a lack of suitable mental health care facilities to house him.

'Your actions are deplorable': Man jailed over police officer head stomp
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

Koby Weaver is jailed over his role in what is described as a "brutal" attack which left an off-duty police officer with serious injuries.

Jury hears mum accused of son's murder allegedly said he had 'no life'
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

A Gold Coast woman accused of killing her son allegedly called him a "potato" with "no life" and claimed she "wanted to put something in his drink so he will just not be here", a jury heard.

Cowboys claim thrilling Queensland derby victory with last-minute try
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

The North Queensland Cowboys have won a thriller at Lang Park, beating the Brisbane Broncos 35-31. Earlier, the Dragons lost their sixth-straight to start the 2026 NRL season.

A historic week in China could shape the Xi-Trump meeting
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

Taiwan's opposition leader has done something for the first time in a decade, and experts say it could shape relations between Beijing, Taipei and Washington.

Australia and Singapore aim to meet fuel supply needs as crisis continues
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

Australia and Singapore have agreed to make "maximum efforts" to meet each other's fuel and gas needs as the crisis in the Middle East continues, with the prime minister securing an encouraging but not legally binding deal. 

Cricket record smashed as bowler takes nine wickets in three overs
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

Brazilian cricketer Laura Cardoso has set a new record that is going to be tremendously hard to beat.

Commuters trapped for hours in freeway gridlock blast lack of signage
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

Commuters stuck queuing for up to four hours following a truck crash on the South Eastern Freeway on Thursday blast the transport department over a lack of signs warning them of the road closure ahead.

Calls for cheaper homes are 'nonsense' while banking system underpinned by housing
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

AustralianSuper boss says housing prices unlikely to fall much, because major banks can't afford them too 

Man pleads guilty to dealing with millions of dollars from illegal tobacco
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

Malek Alhmedai's hire car had $4 million stashed inside, with the money linked to illegal tobacco sales.

Family devastated after Qld man charged with murdering girlfriend on road trip
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

A Sunshine Coast man has been charged with murdering his girlfriend in the Northern Territory. Ahead of his appearance in court, her sister has spoken of her family's heartbreak.

Israel said it targeted Hezbollah, so we went to the site of a strike
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

In a residential area in Beirut an entire building had been razed to the ground and a nut shop was destroyed. The locals told the ABC "there's no Hezbollah here".



News from the BBC World Service

Iran conflict will define us for a generation, says PM
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

Speaking during a three-day visit to the Middle East, the prime minister says the current ceasefire is "fragile".

Man arrested after baby girl dies from dog bite
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

Two dogs seized from the same address have been destroyed, police say.

Man jailed for killing abused wife who jumped from bridge
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

Lee Milne was sentenced to eight years for being responsible for his wife Kimberly's death, in the first case of its kind in Scotland.

Melania Trump denies ties to Jeffrey Epstein and urges hearing for survivors
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

She called rumours that Epstein introduced her to Donald Trump "mean-spirited attempts to defame my reputation".

Parents' fury at Army's delay to report missing son
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

L/Cpl Ryan Rudd was not reported missing until two weeks after he was last seen in Selby.

LeBron and Bronny James record first son-to-father assist in NBA history
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

Bronny James passes to parent LeBron for the first son-to-father assist in NBA history as the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Golden State Warriors.

Man arrested on suspicion of endangering life over deaths of four people trying to cross Channel
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

Two men and two women, whose identities have not yet been released, died when they tried to board a water taxi off the coast of Saint Etienne au Mont, near Calais.

Simple guide: How the Iran war is affecting the cost of holidays, food and clothes
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

Fuel costs have already soared, flights and mortgages are also rising - and food could soon do the same.

500 Irish petrol stations could have no fuel 'by the end of the day'
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

Travel across parts of the Republic of Ireland has been affected for the fourth day in a row on Friday as vehicles, including tractors, block roads.

EU fingerprint and photo travel rules come into force
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

The EU's much-delayed Entry/Exit System will change the way UK passengers travel to 29 countries.

Dolce & Gabbana co-founder steps down as chairman after 40 years
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

The bold and sensual fashion house has been struggling with debt amidst a slowdown in global luxury spending.

Lebanon says ceasefire must be in place before Israel talks
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

Lebanon will only take part in talks with Israel if a ceasefire is already in place, a senior official tells the BBC.

The high-stakes diplomacy that led to Pakistan hosting US-Iran peace talks
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

Critical minerals, cryptocurrency, and CIA co-operation - how Asim Munir, Trump’s “favourite field marshal”, may have pulled off the diplomatic coup of the century.

Ceasefire or no ceasefire, the Middle East's reshuffling is not yet done
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

Both sides have reason to end the war but share no common ground.

How many ships are crossing the Strait of Hormuz?
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

Only a few vessels have crossed the strait since the US-Iran ceasefire deal, according to BBC Verify analysis.

Sun shines on Grand National Ladies Day
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

Racegoers put their spring trends on show on one of the best days for fashion at Aintree.

Can stats help you find the Grand National winner?
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

How might data help you pick the winner from the 34 horses racing in Saturday's Grand National? BBC Sport delves into the facts and figures in search of an answer.

Want to help garden birds? Don't feed them in warmer months, says RSPB
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

The UK's largest bird charity has issued new guidance advising people to stop using feeders to help wildlife thrive.

This coat cost $248 in illegal tariffs. Will he ever get the money back?
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

Importers are in line for tariff refunds. But whether everyone who paid the for the tariffs will get money back is a trickier question.

From a smuggled harmonica to Artemis' playlist - the history of music in space
Posted on Friday April 10, 2026

Astronauts in space have been jamming to Chappell Roan's Pink Pony Club, but how does it all happen?



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