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Australia and Vanuatu set to sign strategic pact after months of negotiations Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026
Vanuatu's Prime Minister Jotham Napat and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese are set to ink the Nakamal Agreement, almost 10 months after Mr Napat pulled out of a planned signing ceremony in Port Vila, citing concerns around sovereignty.
Calls for fatigue policy review after 'loved' Tasmanian doctor dies in car crash Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026
Doctors are calling for Tasmania's Department of Health to examine its fatigue management policies after a doctor died on the state's roads. Artyom Avetisyan, a cardiothoracic surgery registrar at the Royal Hobart Hospital, has been remembered by hospital staff as a kind and compassionate colleague who will be "greatly missed".
New laws aim to make it harder to launder ill-gotten gains through property Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026
Anti-money laundering laws mean that for the first time, real estate agents, lawyers, accountants and others must report suspicious transactions.Â
Three years waiting for a trial? Court backlog at 'crisis point', top lawyers say Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026
Routine cases are dragging through Tasmanian courts for years as senior lawyers lament the "crisis" engulfing the state's criminal justice system.
Coal and gas giants spend tens of millions on school and kids' sport programs Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026
Santos, BHP, Woodside and others have an "extensive presence" in childhood settings through more than 260 programs, a new report identifies, as senators say classroom programs and lessons written by the industry should be examined through a senate inquiry.
Corporate watchdog puts Australia's $4.5 trillion super industry on notice Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026
The corporate watchdog is concerned that super trustees that manage Australians' retirement savings have a lack of safeguards in place.
AFL accused of putting players at risk as 33 footballers diagnosed with CTE Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026
Australian Rules footballers who never played in the game's premier league are being diagnosed with CTE, revealing that the brain trauma crisis striking all levels of the game.
As Taylor struggles to handle Hanson, Hastie is talking tough Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026
While Angus Taylor grapples with the Coalition's dilemma of how to keep the centre while diverting voters away from Pauline Hanson's party, Andrew Hastie has been talking tough on One Nation.
AI and Iran will speed up the energy transition Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026
Two things happened last week that give us a much clearer picture of what the world is going to be like from now on.
Away from the regime, Iranian Australians still carry a deep sorrow Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026
Iranian Australians are grappling with mistrust, harassment and isolation within a community deeply traumatised by an oppressive regime.
Trump allies in the South are breaking up majority-Black electorates Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026
States in America's South are scrambling to draw up new electoral maps that would eliminate majority-Black electorates.
Gulf states 'colder, harder and more transactional' under US-Iran deal Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026
Before a flare-up in fighting over the weekend, the interim deal between the United States and Iran was giving the region something it badly needs, analysts say.Â
Race Around The World recap: Catch this week's films Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026
From survival vaults in Norway to a pianist in Pisa, catch up on the films from week four of Race Around The World.
Do you qualify for three hours of free electricity? Here's how it works Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026
Under the federal government's Solar Sharer scheme, some Australian households will be able to access three hours of free electricity a day. Here's how you can make the most of it.Â
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History quiz: How much do you know about Eminem, Austen and elite chess? Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026
This week was a big one in times gone by. From this decade to the 17th century, put your history knowledge to the test.
Live: Canada and South Africa in frenetic start to historic knockout clash Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026
World Cup co-hosts Canada takes on South Africa in Los Angeles as the round of 32 gets underway. Follow live.
England captain Ben Stokes announces retirement during Test match Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026
England captain Ben Stokes will retire from international cricket after the third Test against New Zealand, the team has said.
Skydiving plane crashes in France, killing all 11 people on board Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026
A small aircraft carrying skydivers has crashed in eastern France, killing all 11 people on board, local authorities say.
Australian run of Waitress closing early with Sydney shows cancelled Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026
The Australian stage production of Waitress will no longer continue on its national tour, with planned shows in Sydney now cancelled.
Piastri has 'really good day', Russell survives late charge in Austria Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026
Oscar Piastri has hailed his fourth place at Sunday's Austrian Grand Prix as a "really good day", while Mercedes George Russell held on to claim his first victory since the start of the season.
News from the BBC World Service
Two boys rescued from Venezuela earthquake rubble after days of being trapped Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 Rescuers spent six hours carefully digging to reach one of the boys, as many residents continue searching through the rubble by hand, still waiting for heavy machinery to arrive. England captain Ben Stokes says retiring from international cricket 'best thing' for him Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 Ben Stokes describes the reasons for his international retirement as he says he became 'burned out' in the build-up to the summer. Eleven killed after plane carrying skydivers crashes in eastern France Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 The pilot and 10 passengers - including five first-time parachutists - died in the incident, local officials said. Senior Labour figures say party is united behind Andy Burnham Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 Lucy Powell and Steve Reed say Labour MPs are backing a coronation of Burnham rather than a contest. Catherine completes Three Peaks Challenge to 'explore life beyond' cancer diagnosis Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 The Princess of Wales did the endurance event to raise awareness about "holistic healthcare" for cancer patients. Agnew: Ben Stoke's exit is unconvential for an English great Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 Ben Stokes' shock retirement as England captain during the third Test against New Zealand was unconventional - just like the great player himself, says Jonathan Agnew. Harry reconsiders bringing Meghan and children on UK trip Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 It comes after his request for police protection was rejected days before the family is due to arrive. Fourteen killed in Saudi Arabia helicopter crash Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 The aircraft belonged to state oil giant Aramco and the cause of the crash is being investigated. Cleverly says he would not have used Badenoch's Gestapo jibe Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 The Conservative leader has been criticised by Labour for making a Nazi comparison in relation to the education secretary. British man held in Ecuador after woman's body found in suitcase Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 Matthew Ashley Foster-Smith was arrested in Ecuador after the woman was found dead in Colombia. How Bellingham became Tuchel's most important player Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 His starting place was the subject of much debate in Thomas Tuchel's England team, but Jude Bellingham has become integral to the manager's style of play. 27 flights, 24 matches: The carbon cost of Fifa president's World Cup tour Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 Gianni Infantino has clocked up thousands of air miles across North America so far.
World Cup knockouts are here - what is England's path to the final? Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 BBC Sport takes a look at what England will need to do to reach the final after qualifying for the knockout stages. From Boston to Miami: How the Tartan Army lit up the World Cup Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 Scotland's return to the tournament after 28 years will be fondly remembered for the fans who travelled to the US Best team, moments, matches and players of the group stage Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 As the World Cup group stages come to an end, BBC Sport reporters pick their highlights so far. What you need to know about England's opponents DR Congo Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 England will face DR Congo in the round of 32. Here is what you need to know about them. How to win a World Cup penalty shootout Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 We have a look at what can be learned from every World Cup penalty taken in a shootout ever. England top group - but they will not win World Cup unless they improve Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 England did their job topping the group - but they can forget winning the World Cup if they do not improve, writes Phil McNulty. Are Iran the unluckiest side in the tournament's history? Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 Iran had a place in the last 32 of the World Cup snatched away from them at the last minute not once but twice. Clarke leaves strong Scotland legacy but exit brings sense of relief Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026 Steve Clarke took Scotland out of the wilderness - but not past the group stage of a tournament. Tom English's must-read analysis of his reign.
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