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Snooker player in tears, hugged by presenter, after emotional and raw interview Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
Former world number one snooker player Mark Allen has given an emotional and tearful interview, which involved a hug from the presenter and the admission that he may give up the game.
Black beats brown as marketing changes the makeup of Australian cattle herd Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
Herefords were once the most popular cattle breed in the country, but black breeds like Angus are taking over due to picky export markets and McDonald's menus.
Lawyer tells court Brendan Nugent has rare neurological condition Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
The 43-year-old charged with three offences over the alleged attack on independent MP for Indi Helen Haines has appeared in Wangaratta Magistrates' Court.
Proposed depression subtype involves waking up tired or being a night owl Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
A new study suggests one in four people with severe, recurrent or persistent depression have a proposed subset called "circadian depression", where people often report waking up very tired and being a "night owl".
Councillor who told woman it was a 'pity' she wasn't bashed won't resign Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
A Kempsey Shire councillor says he is not going anywhere despite being formally asked to resign and enter a men's behavioural-change program over a violent comment made to a woman on social media.
Police not ruling out further serious charges over Helen Haines attack Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
The Victoria Police and AFP commissioners say they have not ruled out laying further charges against Brendan Nugent over his alleged attack on Indi MP Helen Haines.
Only a handful of wigmakers exist in Australia — meet one of them Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
Rebecca Bank hand crafts wigs for the WA Ballet — and her painstaking creations can take weeks to complete.
Family fears there will be deaths as NDIS changes hit close to home Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
Shane Danes's family have dedicated their lives to keeping him in his home and out of aged care, but they do not know how much longer they can keep it up.
AFL sets date and time of AFL Origin between WA and SA Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026
The AFL has set the date for next year's State of Origin clash between Western Australia and South Australia.
Woman charged with hate crime after allegedly trying to snatch teen's hijab Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026
The woman is accused of verbally harassing a group of people before attempting to take off a teenage girl's hijab.
Israel's response to scrutiny can be embodied in a single X post Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026
Violence against foreigners in the occupied West Bank almost always garners greater attention than attacks by Israeli settlers on Palestinians. The recent events are more sorry examples of this phenomenon.
Counselling available for Wangaratta residents reeling from Haines attack Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026
Red Cross volunteers trained in psychological first aid are arriving in Wangaratta to support residents still reeling from the attack on their MP Helen Haines.
Live: NextDC shares plummet 40pc after market suspension Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026
Data centre operator NextDC's shares have tanked after returning to trade following a suspension. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog.
Ellis scores monster 47 points, most in WNBL game for over two decades Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026
Townsville's Abbey Ellis has produced one of the all-time great WNBL individual performances with a mammoth 47-point effort in the Fire's 86-68 away win over Adelaide.
Nightlife venues embrace 'experience economy' as alcohol consumption falls Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026
With gen Z drinking less, nightlife venues are pivoting their businesses to become meeting places to socialise or host micro events to stay afloat.
Gardner smashes 84 as Australia retains Rose Bowl over NZ Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026
Australia retains the Rose Bowl with a comfortable 40-run victory in the Twenty20 International against New Zealand at North Sydney Oval.
Bavuma's batting masterclass takes control from Australia Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026
He may be small in stature, but Temba Bavuma has once again stood tall for his country and taken control away from Australia.
About half of private e-mobility devices non-compliant, survey finds Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026
A government-funded study into e-mobility use in Queensland has found there are close to 1 million privately owned devices.
Mother of child who fled Canberra daycare 'flabbergasted' Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026
The mother of a five-year-old child who escaped a Canberra childcare centre last week has applied to withdraw him and her other child from the service.
Transport costs to Sydney's new airport: Is it worth it for you? Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026
The doors to Western Sydney International Airport are set to soon welcome commercial passengers.
News from the BBC World Service
Two men re-arrested on suspicion of assisting Iran intelligence after RAF Fairford incident Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026 The head of UK Counter Terrorism Policing said they consider Iranian state involvement "highly likely". Zelensky says US intelligence sharing 'works now' after talks with Trump envoy in Oslo Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026 Ukraine had accused the US of withholding key intelligence - a claim rejected as "scandalous" by Washington. UK government to make Jackdaw gas field announcement Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026 The long-awaited decision about the controversial North Sea field is expected on Wednesday morning. Tory MP questions government advisor's position after wife's Palestine Action post Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 A Downing Street spokeswoman told the BBC: "These views are held by an individual who does not represent the government in any capacity." King praises Strait of Hormuz peace efforts at glittering banquet Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026 The Sultan of Oman, leader of a Middle Eastern strategic partner, is welcomed to Windsor for a state visit. Elon Musk says Tesla-SpaceX merger being considered Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 Musk says special committees within both companies have been formed to look at a possible mega-merger. Government failings allowed Covid 'to spread like wildfire' in care homes, inquiry finds Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026 The sixth report from Covid inquiry criticises the lack of PPE and the way patients were discharged from hospital. Schools should recognise antisemitism as distinct form of harm, review says Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026 The government is expected to accept all 27 recommendations made in the review by ex-Ofsted boss, Sir David Bell. Woman says she 'couldn't speak or breathe' during alleged rape by Russell Brand Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026 The entertainer denies three counts of rape, three charges of sexual assault and one of indecent assault. BBC Three, BBC Scotland and Radio 4 Extra broadcast channels to close Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026 The closures are announced as the corporation continues to try to save £500m over two years. Tighter rules planned to protect people from cosmetic surgery that goes badly wrong Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 There will be restrictions on who can carry out procedures and fines for those who flout the law, in England in 2027. 60 years on: The Aberfan disaster through the eyes of those who survived Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026 It is 60 years since one of Wales' darkest days, when a mining community changed forever. Ali G is back. But is the character past its sell-by date? Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 Borat and Bruno creator Sacha Baron Cohen returns as Ali G, more than two decades after the release of Ali G Indahouse. I left state secrets on the train - I'm proof you can recover from the biggest mistake of your life Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 Top civil servant Richard Jackson recounts that fateful day and how he recovered in the aftermath. Trump and Zelensky appear at loggerheads despite Oslo optimism Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026 The Ukrainian leader's hug with Steve Witkoff in the Norwegian capital is unlikely to dispel misgivings about US policy towards his country, writes Paul Adams. The Papers: 'Burnham faces climate revolt' and 'Harry wants to fix feud' Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026 Several papers lead on remarks from the Duke of Sussex yesterday, where he said he hoped to reconcile with his family. Watch: Why does Prince Harry want to 'work it out' with his father and brother? Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026 Noor Nanji breaks down Prince Harry's interview with GQ Magazine, after he said he wants to "reconcile" with his family. No 'protective ring' and visiting rules too strict - key points from Covid report on care homes Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026 From the shocking lack of PPE to restrictions on visitors - the key points from the sixth Covid inquiry report. Sign up now Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026 From news and politics to technology and the royals, get the best BBC journalism to your inbox. Harry says he wants to 'reconcile' with his family Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026 Prince Harry says he wants reconciliation with his family, in an interview with a magazine in New York last month.
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