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News from the ABC Australia

Ex-MAFS star Ridge Barredo sticking to weightlifting despite ugly injury
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Ridge Barredo suffered an ugly knee injury in his third Commonwealth Games weightlifting campaign, but says he still prefers that to the "toxic environment" of Married At First Sight.

'Try not to die': Why Glasgow's gales hit different for hurdlers
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Australian hurdler Michelle Jenneke says she is jealous of her sprint compatriots who get to enjoy tailwinds, while she fears for her life when she feels a gale at her back.

Parents of Australian facing possible death penalty in Syria question confession
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

The family of a Gold Coast man who has been charged with murder over the death of an Australian in Syria is frustrated by the lack of progress made by the federal government in the case.

'Take them seriously': CFMEU administrator on Setka threats
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

CFMEU administrator Michael Crosby has opened up on threats from John Setka, cast doubt on a statement made by former Victorian premier Jacinta Allan and questioned the value of royal commissions.

Toy library makes statement grieving loss of Helena Wright and children
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

The toy library where Helena Wright volunteered has issued a statement mourning the deaths of the 36-year-old and her children.

Roosters put up 82 points for highest NRL score in 91 years
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

The Roosters have scored the third-most points ever seen in Australian rugby league first grade match and beaten the clock against a hapless North Queensland side. 

Cats hold off Magpies comeback for critical MCG win
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Geelong bursts out of the gates and then holds off Collingwood's fightback for a critical 25-point win at the MCG.

'Sadness' falls across coastal community after double murder-suicide
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Volunteers from a regional SA town answered the call when the alarm was raised to search for a missing mother and her children.

Nauru officially changes name to Naoero
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Nauru has officially changed its name to Naoero, the government has announced.

Live: Aussies claim stunning team pursuit gold after nasty crash at velodrome
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Australia's women's team pursuit cycling squad claims Australia's first gold on the track, surging late to set a new Games record. Follow live.

Prominent Darwin doctor allegedly caught with up to 1m child abuse files
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

A prominent doctor is fighting a decision to deny his release on bail after police allegedly found up to 1 million child abuse images and videos in a raid on his Darwin home last week.

Hopes for renewed Australian helium production after SA extraction
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Helium has been produced in Australia for the first time since 2023, on South Australia’s Yorke Peninsula.

Businesses back engineering works to protect Lismore from devastating floods
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

After the devastating Lismore floods caused a billion dollars in damage, businesses want an engineering solution to protect their town.

Gina Rinehart lobbied Qld government to move Olympic events to Rockhampton
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

A letter from Ms Rinehart to Jarrod Bleijie, obtained under right to information laws, asked the government to consider Rockhampton before the LNP's Games Delivery plan release in March 2025.

Judge declares 'extraordinary situation' in antisemitism netball case
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Witnesses will be granted anonymity when giving evidence against a woman alleged to have made antisemitic comments at a children's netball game in Sydney out of concern for their safety. 

Tomic continues resurgence, de Minaur sets up clash with Hewitt
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Born-again Bernard Tomic has continued his extraordinary renaissance with another stunning victory to surge into his first ATP quarterfinal in seven years.

'Didn't think the law applied to us': NSW Reformers in spotlight at ICAC
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Robert Assaf, co-founder of the NSW Reformers, has fronted a corruption inquiry for the fourth day of hearings.

Aussie wine exports plunge as drinkers cut back worldwide
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

A new report reveals Australian wine exports have dropped to their lowest level in 22 years amid cost of living pressures and a global decline in alcohol consumption.

Last-minute race to deliver marathon medals after shipping delays
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

An eleventh-hour rescue mission from port officials has saved thousands of runners at a major Queensland marathon festival from disappointment.

Silent discos are drawing in crowds across Australia
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Silent disco participants could all be listening to different music in their soundproof headphones, but the joy of dancing unites them as one.



News from the BBC World Service

European nations to boycott World Cup if Fifa goes ahead with investment plan
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Uefa's 55 member associations vote to boycott the World Cup if Fifa proceeds with its plan to sell stakes in its competitions.

Thousands evacuated in Crete as wildfires threaten tourist resorts
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Strong winds have fanned the flames in the Rethymno region as wildfires continue to ravage the Greek island.

Drought declared across whole of Wales as conditions 'deteriorate'
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Wales is on course for its driest July on record in almost 190 years.

Bank holds interest rates but says it is ready to raise them if Iran war escalates
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

The Bank also expects the economy to grow more than previously forecast this year, although uncertainties remain because of the Iran war.

Palestine Action ban to be reviewed by Supreme Court
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

The UK's highest court gives Palestine Action permission to appeal the government's proscription of the group under anti-terrorism legislation.

Watch: Giant iceberg turns over near Greenland's coast
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Video captured by a passerby showed the moment the iceberg collapsed, creating a big wave.

Four people die after busiest day for small-boat crossings this year
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Two deadly incidents occurred as 752 people crossed the Channel into the UK on Wednesday, new figures show.

Missile that left crater deep inside Poland was probably Russian, Polish PM says
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

The missile left a 10m-wide (33ft) crater a short distance from the village of Tarnawa Kolonia, about 100km from the border with Ukraine.

US launches 'heavy' strikes on Iran after attempted attack on American troops
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

After a short period of relative calm when hostilities were paused, both sides have now restarted missile attacks.

Greek police probe 'foul play' in death of woman found in suitcase
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Elisabeth-Jane Ross's body was found in an abandoned building in the Kypseli district in Athens on 18 July.

Large rise in offenders sent back to prison, figures reveal
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

There has been a large rise in the number of offenders being recalled to prisons in England and Wales.

Zendaya and Tom Holland's decade-long Spider-Man romance in pictures
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

A look back at 10 years of Spider-Man movie premieres for the newlyweds.

Why do parts of England and Wales keep falling into drought?
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

More than half of England and the whole of Wales has been declared to be in drought this week - the third such event over the past five years.

The Chinese robot army transforming the UK's retail industry
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Britain's weak productivity growth and labour shortages are creating an opportunity for China's robotics firms.

How to do neon festival make-up without harming your skin
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Neon is on trend, but some make-up products pose a serious risk to your health. Here's what to check for, and how to dazzle.

How the UK's extreme heat is shifting the conversation about air-con
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Should we embrace air conditioning despite its costs and consequences?

Glen Hansard: A life in song and stories
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Glen Hansard, who died in a motorbike crash on Wednesday, travelled an unusual journey to stardom.

Former England football star Shaun Wright-Phillips joins Strictly line-up
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

The sportsman - who is also the son of Arsenal legend Ian Wright - played for clubs including Manchester City.

Dad pays tribute to son who died after sea rescue
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Seven-year-old Musa Ahmed is remembered as a boy who "never failed to bring happiness" to others.

Suspected Kinahan gang leader faces extradition
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

The ex-boxing promoter was previously named in court as the head of an international drug cartel.



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