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News from the ABC Australia

China braces for Typhoon Dolphin after storm lashes Japan's southern islands
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Typhoon Dolphin has lashed Japan's southern islands of Okinawa and turned towards China, where it is expected to make landfall late Sunday or early Monday local time.

Baker Boy wins big at NIMAs
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

The National Indigenous Music Awards winners have been announced, with territory talent Baker Boy winning big.

Todd Blanche confirmed as US attorney general after divisive hearing
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

The vote follows a tumultuous confirmation fight that exposed concerns — from some Republicans as well as Democrats — about putting Donald Trump's former defence lawyer in charge of a Justice Department that historically prides itself on its independence from the White House.

'Hurt ourselves': Wallabies survive scare as Les Kiss era begins with Japan win
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

New Wallabies coach Les Kiss says his side will need to learn how to control their ambitions after Australia hangs on to win a frantic Test match against Japan in the Osaka heat.

'Really far inland': Concerns over NSW new bird flu cases in native species
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

The New South Wales government has confirmed the state's first cases of H5 avian influenza in Australian native birds.

Gina Rinehart says ABC Ombudsman finding 'fails all Australian women'
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

The mining magnate says the ABC's Editorial Standards need "significant improvement" after a video describing a fictional scenario that involved a violent attack on her was aired on Race Around the World. 

Trump announces $560m critical minerals investment in tiny NSW town
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

The Pentagon is investing more than half a billion dollars to expand an Australian critical mineral project poised to become the world's first scandium mine. 

Rockliff adviser, ex-minister chosen as Liberal Senate replacements
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

A senior adviser to Tasmania's premier has been chosen to replace outgoing Liberal Senator Wendy Askew, while a former state minister will replace Senator Jonno Duniam when he finishes up at the end of the year.

Perth man allegedly damaged 20 cars during 90-minute rampage
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Police charge a 45-year-old who allegedly got out of his car and smashed several stationary vehicles, before leading officers on a wild chase through Perth's northern suburbs.

Souths hang on to deny Eels remarkable comeback
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

South Sydney concedes 24 unanswered second-half points but manage to hold on for a 28-24 victory, which consolidates the Rabbitohs' place in the league's top eight.

Alleged torturers to seek bail as 15yo assessed for electronic monitoring
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Details of the alleged torture of an intellectually disabled teenager can be revealed after the alleged offenders face court in North Queensland.

Why broadcasting row has Tour de France Femmes fans 'pissed off'
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

In the Tour de France Femmes, less than 40 seconds separates the top three riders with only two stages to go. That's just one reason why supporters are questioning why they can't watch the entire race.

Tokyo had 13,000 geisha in 1940. That number has plummeted
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Foreign Correspondent secures rare access to the closed world of geisha, Japan's iconic art form struggling to survive.

'Never seen anything like this': Britain's parks and pastures turn brown
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

London's parks turn brown and British farmers battle to salvage what is left of their produce as a drought grips multiple parts of the country.

Putting Territory beef 'that tastes like beef' onto menus
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

A family-run abattoir in the Northern Territory is celebrating 10 years of business, while another boutique abattoir near Katherine gets ready to supply a new steakhouse.

Iconic WA whitewater course shortened to avoid 'running race'
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Low water levels for the 2026 Avon Descent whitewater race have prompted a 17-kilometre cut to the course to avoid competitors running with their kayaks. 

Dogs to be euthanased after man's death in suspected attack
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Dogs suspected of mauling a man to death at a distinctive large home in south-west Sydney will be euthanased, after also injuring a council worker.

Crows get home after almighty Tigers scare in the wet
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Izak Rankine stars as Adelaide manages to get the job done against Richmond in torrential rain at Adelaide Oval. 

AFL chair apologises for his part in Cats concussion contract saga
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

AFL Commission chairman Craig Drummond issues a statement apologising for his part in the Jake Kolodjashnij concussion contract saga.

New smart highway technology a fix for renewable energy traffic boom
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

A tiny Hunter town is feeling the impact of the renewable energy boom with a surge in heavy vehicle movements, but there is hope a first-of-its-kind trial on the Golden Highway will improve safety.



News from the BBC World Service

Victims urged to come forward as police accused of 'litany of failures' over murderer and rapist
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

The Met and British Transport Police say the sex offender may have more victims, while criticism of investigators continues.

Widdecombe police reopen investigation into incident at Farage's home, BBC understands
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Counter-terror police investigating the ex-MP's death say they are looking into an "attempted burglary" last year.

Chasing a ghost: how BBC tracked a fugitive spy chief after months-long hunt
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

How we tracked down "The Spider" who was once one of the most-feared men in Syria.

Trump's ex-lawyer Todd Blanche narrowly confirmed as US attorney general
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

The vote cements Trump's former criminal defence lawyer as the nation's top law enforcement official despite a rare pushback from some Republicans.

Sturgeon hasn't spoken to Murrell since he was jailed for embezzling SNP funds
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

The former first minister also told a podcast she would not visit her estranged husband in prison.

Watch: Moment opposition MP throws eggs at Kosovo's acting PM
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Lawmakers and police officers had to intervene after Alliance party MP Time Kadrijaj hurled at least four eggs towards Kosovo's acting prime minister Albin Kurti.

Madonna pays tribute to 'genius, otherworldly' producer William Orbit
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

The Queen of Pop worked with Orbit several times over the years, most notably on her genre-bending, Grammy Award-winning album Ray of Light.

I went for a full body MOT and the results came as a shock
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

The private body scan industry is booming, but is it doing more harm than good?

He's been frozen on Everest for 30 years, now 'Green Boots' may finally be coming home
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

For decades, an Indian man's lime shoes have been a grim trail marker for many climbing the world's highest peak.

Digital cameras and wired earphones are back and 'a bit more real'
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

We're surrounded by more advanced tech in 2026, so why are young people going back to basics?

How a former GB Olympian curbed his porn problem - and the signs and steps to recovery
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Experts share the signs to look out for if you are worried about your porn use, and how to seek help.

Spain imposes border controls against Italy as row over Ceuta migrant influx intensifies
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Italy introduced border controls following an influx of about 78,000 migrants from Morocco into the neighbouring Spanish exclave of Ceuta.

Messi's father Jorge dies aged 68 after illness
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Lionel Messi's father and agent Jorge dies at the age of 68 following a long illness.

Child among three killed in Russian missile attacks near Kyiv
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Russia continued its overnight attacks after President Volodymyr Zelensky warned of Ukraine's dwindling supplies of missile interceptors.

Strictly dancers Ola and James Jordan separate after 23 years of marriage
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

The professional dancers, who married in 2003, both spent several series on the BBC programme.

Irish government jet leaves for UAE for Kinahan extradition
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Daniel Kinahan was arrested in Dubai under a warrant issued by the Irish courts in April but has fought attempts to extradite him.

Former West Ham co-chair Sullivan attends home game despite advice not to
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Former West Ham co-chairman David Sullivan attends their Carabao Cup match against Portsmouth despite being advised he should stay away.

Hundreds flying out of Birmingham Airport left without luggage after baggage issues
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Passengers flying from Birmingham Airport start their holidays without their luggage.

Betty, 97, breaks record for oldest wingwalker
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

She has carried out six charity wing walks over the past decade.

Poo, parking and poor pitching - the Lake District's summer battles
Posted on Sunday August 02, 2026

Protection orders are being used to try and control the issue, but funding is limited, councils say.



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