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News from the ABC Australia

Liberal vote plummets as One Nation scores historic win in Farrer
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

One Nation scores an historic win in the Farrer by-election, marking the first time the party has won a Lower House seat in federal parliament.

Putin attends scaled-back Victory Day parade amid Ukraine worries
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

Once used to show off Russia's vast military, including its nuclear-capable missiles, this year's Victory Day ​parade had no tanks or other military equipment ‌rolling over the cobblestones of Red Square.

Melbourne City surges into ALW grand final after young gun's stunning strike
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

Shelby McMahon fires Melbourne City into the A-League Women's grand final, with her side downing Melbourne Victory 2-0 on aggregate.

Longmuir confident Dockers can handle expectations after eight wins
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

At Fremantle's season launch, coach Justin Longmuir declared there was no fun in his life. Eight straight wins later, he is having "plenty of fun" amid the team's second-best ever start to a season.

Housing market 'levelling out' as interest rate hikes place pressure on buyers
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

Prospective home buyers are re-evaluating their budgets as successive rate hikes eat into their borrowing capacity. 

Cultural burial for Aboriginal human remains found on island
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

The remains of an Aboriginal person discovered during early construction works last month is returned to Rottnest Island for a cultural burial.

Sussan Ley says Liberals need to 'change or die' as One Nation wins Farrer by-election — as it happened
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

The ABC projects David Farley has won the Farrer by-election, becoming the first One Nation candidate ever elected to the House of Representatives. 

Why NRL rules allowed for Eels' three-point winner
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

The NRL says an unusual referee call, which allowed the Parramatta Eels to attempt a penalty goal after scoring in golden-point, was the correct decision. 

Maroons dealt massive blow ahead of State of Origin series
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

Queensland selectors have been forced to cope with the news one of their best playmakers will miss up to eight weeks with his ankle injury.

Your guide to the weekend: Eternity, Wuthering Heights and new Meg Mac
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

What we're watching, reading and cooking this weekend.

Ponga stunned as Queensland left 'shattered' by Dearden Origin blow
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

Newcastle Knights captain Kalyn Ponga was left stunned after his side's big win over St George Illawarra, being told Queensland will be without halfback Tom Dearden for State of Origin. 

CSIRO to persist with job cuts despite $387 million funding injection
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

Australia's national science agency CSIRO will persist with job cuts to up to 350 roles despite an extra $387.4 million in funding announced from the federal government.

Massive ruby found in Myanmar, where gem mining has links to junta
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

Miners have unearthed a large ruby in Myanmar, which produces up to 90 per cent of the world's rubies.

US importing more beef as demand soars and prices rise
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

The United States is importing more beef from Australia as its own supplies dwindle and demand soars.

Cats spoil Magpies' party as concussion floors Moore, Suns down Saints in Darwin
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

A huge collision sees Darcy Moore concussed as Geelong takes control against Collingwood at the MCG as Gold Coast downs St Kilda in Darwin with star defender Cal Wilkie injured.

Iron Maiden's documentary is a victory lap celebrating 50 years
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

The Iron Maiden documentary is a 50-year history of heavy metal's flashiest band as told by their biggest fans.

Concerns for welfare of Victorian man last seen near Bibbulmun track
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

Samuel Whitsed, 27, was last seen on February 18 after he was dropped off near the popular hiking trail in Perth's south-eastern fringe, and police continue searching for him.

Extreme fatigue illness linked with changes to immune cells: study
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

Ella Engel saw many specialists before she was diagnosed with myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome. Her blood may help researchers understand the condition.

Kremlin tells Australian embassy in Kyiv to evacuate amid parade tensions
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

The Australian embassy in Ukraine is on high alert after the Kremlin warned staff to evacuate ahead of possible "massive missile strikes" this weekend, as Moscow prepares to hold a scaled-down military parade.  

Do you call it a willy-willy, whirly wind or dust devil?
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

It's not unusual to see willy-willies kicking up dust across WA, but did you know the name of the weather phenomenon comes from WA's north-west?



News from the BBC World Service

PM turns to old Labour hands after election losses but some MPs left baffled
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

Sir Keir Starmer is attempting to shore up his position after his party suffered heavy election losses.

Labour MPs have put Starmer on notice after election battering. Can he turn it around?
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

Even the prime minister's most loyal ministers are pushing him to change, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

Lib Dems offer alternative to extremes of Reform and Greens, Davey says
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

Lib Dem leader hails gains in England and Scotland as his party profits from slump in support for Labour and the Tories.

We welcome scrutiny, Reform UK says after major election gains
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

The party's Zia Yusuf says it won't take voters for granted, following its sweeping election gains.

HMS Dragon heads to Middle East for potential Strait of Hormuz mission
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

The Ministry of Defence says the ship will prepare to join an international mission to safeguard shipping, but only when fighting in the region ends.

Man critically injured after car hits pedestrians in Nottinghamshire town
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

Police say an argument is believed to have taken place before a car crashed into five people.

More than 200,000 migrants have crossed Channel in small boats since 2018
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

More than 6,000 people crossed the Channel so far this year, 36% below the total for the same time last year

Brits on virus-hit cruise ship to isolate at hospital
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

The MV Hondius is expected to dock in the Canary Islands this weekend.

The UK is set for a staycation summer - and there are plenty of hidden gems
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

Seasoned staycationers share their favourite spots as Airbnb and Booking.com say interest in UK stays are up on last year.

The 35 Eurovision songs with just three minutes to get you hooked
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

From dancefloor bangers to heartfelt ballads, here are the highlights and low points of Eurovision.

'Not as sexy - but similar': Matcha went mainstream, now an alternative is emerging
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

From lattes to ice-cream, the Japanese tea is popping up more and more on menus across the UK.

Warm weekend forecast before Arctic air brings cold spell next week
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

Colder conditions will dominate next week after a brief hit of warmer weather for some this weekend as Matt Taylor explains.

Hungary's new PM sworn in after landslide victory over Orbán
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

Nearly a month ago Péter Magyar steered his Tisza party to a landslide victory, sweeping away 16 years of rule by Viktor Orbán.

Putin denounces Nato at scaled back Victory Day parade
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

The Russian leader used his annual speech to justify his so-called special military operation in Ukraine.

Police charge two men over filming antisemitic TikToks in London
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

Adam Bedoui, 20, and Abdelkader Amir Bousloub, 21, are due to appear at magistrates' court on Saturday.

'Illegal' traveller plot was listed for sale on Facebook
Posted on Saturday May 09, 2026

The four-acre site has been at the heart of an ongoing row with locals since Friday.

The car garage that became an unusual fashion house... for Kim Kardashian
Posted on Tuesday May 05, 2026

A Kent bodyshop painted the striking orange breastplate she wore to the Met Gala after previously fixing its designers' car.

Farmer's shock as sheep gives birth to seven lambs - one shy of world record
Posted on Friday May 08, 2026

While twins and triplets are common, seven lambs being born to one ewe is said to be "incredibly rare".

Boy, 8, showered with gifts after calming plane passenger with singing and football cards
Posted on Tuesday May 05, 2026

Phoenix has been sent gifts from as far away as Germany after his actions prevented the flight being diverted.

'Bumpy' the orphaned baby hippo to be hand-reared at Kenyan sanctuary
Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026

The calf was just days old when it was found desperately nudging its dead mother at a lake last weekend.



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