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News from the ABC Australia

Seven suspiciously lit fires in 36 hours in WA's far north
Posted on Friday August 14, 2026

Pastoralists and firefighters battle "horrendous" blazes in WA's north, most of which are suspiciously lit.

Teen Italian star breaks world record for second time this week
Posted on Friday August 14, 2026

Italian teenage swimming sensation Sara Curtis has broken the world 50m backstroke world record again, just a day after eclipsing the mark of Australian great Kaylee McKeown.

Hospital death highlights system failures, emergency staff say
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

Ballarat Base Hospital staff say the death of a man waiting in the emergency department highlights the catastrophic issues facing regional hospitals. 

Live: KPMG bosses to be grilled over whistleblower scandal
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

One of Australia's big four consultancy groups is facing the Senate again over its whistleblower scandal. Follow live.

Australia's biggest spectator air show returns to Gold Coast
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

An international air show that is expected to bring in $40 million is returning to the Gold Coast after ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred decimated the city's beaches in 2025.

Four-goal Austin gives Dees perfect start to new AFLW era
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

Melbourne's new dawn in the AFLW begins with a win, with recruit Mia Austin kicking four goals to give Demons coach Tom Wilson victory in his first match in charge.

Cherry-Evans confirms NRL exit in shock call after Roosters win
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

Roosters star Daly Cherry-Evans confirms he is leaving the NRL to join Hull FC in the English Super League.

Push to turn Sydney's transport network from a 'bicycle wheel' into a 'spider web'
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

An urban think tank has highlighted where Sydney should invest in rapid bus services to fix a city-centric approach to public transport.

Could King beat Longmuir to AFL's coach of the year gong?
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir has produced a historic season for the men in purple, but could he still miss out on being adjudged as the league's best coach?

Live: Albanese and US President Donald Trump speak in overnight phone call
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

Anthony Albanese has spoken with US President Donald Trump in a phone call overnight. Follow live.

Deadly bird flu detection creates fear for tourist drawcard
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

A seaside town on the NSW South Coast braces for the potential impact of bird flu on its upcoming tourist season after an infected dead bird was discovered last Saturday.

Luigi Mangione expected to plead guilty over shooting of insurance CEO
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

Luigi Mangione is accused of shooting dead Brian Thompson, the CEO of a US health insurance company, in New York in 2024.

Britain's Super League says NRL has made formal investment offer
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

Britain's Super League has revealed it has received an investment offer from the NRL, taking Australian involvement in British rugby league's premier tournament a significant step closer.

Australian teen golfer Jessica Bang dies in Thailand
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

Teenage Australian golfer Jessica Bang has died in Thailand after suffering a brain haemorrhage in early August.

Baby girl born in driveway of Queensland police station
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

Officers were returning to the police station when they were flagged down by a man parked in the driveway.

David McBride had a lot to say as he left jail, but not about whistleblowing
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

David McBride had plenty to say from the passenger seat of his pick-up car as he walked free from prison yesterday — but, perhaps ironically for a whistleblower, it was what went unsaid that piqued interest.

Once-sleepy Sunshine Coast set to build 30-storey skyscraper
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

Plans for a 99-metre high-rise in Maroochydore's CBD have sparked debate about the future of the rapidly growing region.

Property lobby calls for stamp duty change for first home buyers
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

First home buyers in three Australian jurisdictions are being slugged tens of thousands of dollars in taxes when buying established homes, as a property industry lobby says now is the time for concessions.

Spotlight on granny flat fire safety after family killed in blaze
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

The only escape exit from an ablaze granny flat in Wiley Park was the front door, which was blocked by intense flames, leading to the deaths of a husband, wife and son.

Woolworths dumps Farmers' Own milk brand
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

Woolworths will discontinue its Farmers' Own milk brand by mid-2027 amid declining sales.  



News from the BBC World Service

Two seriously hurt as passenger train derails in East Sussex
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

"It was pandemonium... I could feel the carriage rocking," says one passenger who was on the train with his six-year-old daughter.

Watch: Aerial footage shows homes engulfed in flames in Stourbridge
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

Multiple fires burned across the West Midlands and destroyed homes.

UK sees hottest day of the year as 38.1C recorded in Kew Gardens
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

An amber extreme heat warning is in place for parts of England until midnight.

Five key takeaways from results day 2026
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

Top grades and students going to university are on the up, but technical subjects are also becoming more popular.

Son of 102-year-old says father died after being 'pushed off stage'
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

Phillip Ormerod was taken to hospital in critical condition and later died, police have confirmed.

'Two out of four, baby' - Hunt wins 200m as she eyes historic quadruple
Posted on Friday August 14, 2026

Britain's Amy Hunt charges to 200m glory to secure her second European Championships gold medal - but the sprinter has her sights set on a historic quadruple in Birmingham.

Palestinians told to leave homes in village where Israeli settlers besieged houses
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

The mayor of Qusra says Israeli troops have been telling families to leave their houses, using some as barracks.

Engine parts smashed Ryanair window that man's head was sucked out of, report says
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

A preliminary report by US investigators says an engine fan blade broke on last month's flight from Greece to Germany.

Mangione lawyers to meet federal prosecutors amid reports of plea deal
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

Mangione faces two federal charges of stalking resulting in death, each carrying a maximum sentence of life in prison.

BBC Verify speaks to woman who filmed ICE agent pointing gun at her
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

BBC Verify has examined footage shared by a Virginia woman in which an ICE agent points his gun at her.

How to get a good night's sleep during hot weather
Posted on Thursday June 25, 2026

Simple tips to help you get a good night's sleep when temperatures rise.

Six ways to keep your home and yourself cool in hot weather
Posted on Monday June 22, 2026

Six simple things you can do to help keep your house cool when temperatures rise.

No air con? Here's how to get the most out of your electric fan
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

Point it at your face? Use a bowl of ice? Open a window? Our experts separate fact from fiction.

Your heatwave tips on how to cope in extreme temperatures
Posted on Wednesday August 12, 2026

From what to wear to getting a restful night's sleep, you share your tips for beating the heat.

Count Binface has taken on three PMs and lost - but could this be his best ever performance?
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

The self-styled intergalactic space warrior wears a giant silver bin on his head and a silver cloak.

Are the UK's top universities really 'hoovering up' students?
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

The most selective universities have seen the biggest rise in students accepted onto their courses for 2026.

'I worked really hard and it paid off': Elation, nerves and proud parents as students get results
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

A Ukrainian refugee, a firefighter and triplets are among the students reacting to their results.

The key signs you may have damaged your eyes by looking at the eclipse
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

Symptoms after looking at the sun without eclipse glasses can include blurred vision

Who could replace White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt?
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

The job requires managing a complex relationship with the media - as well Trump's high expectations.

How Premier League shirts will change with gambling sponsor ban
Posted on Thursday August 13, 2026

Premier League kits are going to have a very different look this season after clubs voted to ban gambling on the front of shirts. BBC Sport looks at the history of sponsorship, and who is replacing the betting companies.



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