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News from the ABC Australia

Brethren Church denies paying influencers to harass election candidates
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

The Plymouth Brethren Christian Church says it did not pay or coordinate with far-right influencers to harass and intimidate candidates during last year's federal election, following allegations published in Nine newspapers. 

Once-secret son of Belgium royal becomes a prince at age 26
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

The 26-year-old's existence was first recognised last year by his father, who said the pair had "spoken openly and honestly about this in recent years".

Sweat and spectacle of theatre makes it 'immortal' but challenges lurk
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Australia's musical theatre industry is facing mounting financial pressures, but performers and producers say the physical, immersive experience of live theatre is irreplaceable. 

Live: Swans captain 'extremely shocked' at scandal
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Sydney Swans coach Dean Cox and captain Callum Mills address the club's scandal ahead of this weekend's match against North Melbourne.

Teen arrested over alleged sexual assault attempt in Melbourne
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

A 13-year-old boy has been questioned over an incident in July in which an assailant grabbed two women before being chased away by dogs.

As costs rise and income falls, live music industry hopes to reverse decline
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Venues are struggling to bring acts and put on gigs as the costs for all aspects of live shows rise.

These workers were 'paid in rations' 60 years ago, so they walked off the job
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

To Kalkarindji Gurindji traditional owner and elder Rob Roy, the Wave Hill Walk-Off is one of the most important turning points in Australian history, which ultimately returned his land, and more than half of the Northern Territory, to Aboriginal people.

Union row with BHP deepens after officials kicked off Port Hedland site
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

The ETU accuses BHP of illegally removing elected representatives at the miner's Port Hedland operations, while the mining giant claims the union's representatives were acting aggressively towards a female staffer.

Bugs bassist Jordan Brunoli approaching final months of life
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Bugs bassist Jordan Brunoli is focused on making the most of his life right now after being told by his doctor he only has a few months left to live.

Three varieties of 'vegan Dracula' lampreys found in unlikely places
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Scientists are working to determine the full range of the ancient and elusive creatures that have lain hidden for 150 million-odd years.

Rise in Kimberley animal abuse cases linked to cost of living
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Cases of animal cruelty in the Kimberley have jumped 25 per cent which animal advocates say is linked to owners' financial stress.

The healthcare change that has some veterans furious
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Jacqui Lambie's emotional moment in the Senate taps into veteran fury over a government change to healthcare access.

Multiple child abuse reports ignored before boy's death in skip bin
Posted on Thursday August 20, 2026

An inquest hears details about the family life of an Indigenous boy who died sleeping in a skip bin in SA. WARNING: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised that this article contains the name and image of an Indigenous person who has died, used with the permission of their family.

'Horrific consequences': Aussie star almost hit by car in Tour of Britain
Posted on Thursday August 20, 2026

Two-time Commonwealth Games medallist Maeve Plouffe describes her close call with a car while riding in the Tour of Britain.

Probe into whether police 'code' led to hiker being declared alive
Posted on Thursday August 20, 2026

Emergency services are investigating whether a miscommunication about a police code may have led to hiker Lily Hooper being incorrectly identified as alive.

Live: Bitcoin surges on US policy signals, market down on plan to 'collapse' Iran's economy
Posted on Thursday August 20, 2026

The US is urging allies to join it in a bid to "collapse" Iran's economy to end the Middle East conflict. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog.

Alcaraz confirms US Open return amid record prize money reveal
Posted on Thursday August 20, 2026

Carlos Alcaraz is set to end four months of injury torment at Flushing Meadows and he could win a record-breaking amount of money at the end of the tournament.

Perth Nazi memorabilia sales expose questions over federal hate laws
Posted on Thursday August 20, 2026

Sales by a WA auctioneer of Nazi memorabilia are raising questions about whether hate laws passed by the federal parliament in 2024 are actually effective.   

Live: PM says podcast appearance leading to Minogue, melons gaffes 'an error'
Posted on Thursday August 20, 2026

The PM says his appearance on an episode of the Bush Deep podcast, which attracted criticism over his comments on Kylie Minogue and his melon gaffe, was "an error". Follow live.

Residents 'gutted' as more cases of H5 bird flu emerge in NSW
Posted on Thursday August 20, 2026

The NSW government will no longer report individual cases of H5 bird flu as the deadly disease continues to spread.



News from the BBC World Service

Harry and Meghan's return to UK reignites questions over security
Posted on Thursday August 20, 2026

Their surprise announcement means a fresh decision will need to be made on the level of publicly funded protection they are entitled to.

Watch: What does Harry's return mean for his fractured relationship with William?
Posted on Thursday August 20, 2026

The brothers have had a fractured relationship for a number of years.

El Niño set to be 'strongest in living memory', says Met Office
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Scientists say the growing El Niño weather pattern is an "unprecedented event" and means 2027 is likely to be the world's hottest year on record.

French becoming more effective in stopping small boat crossings, UK says
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

The Home Office credits France with intercepting hundreds of potential crossings this summer using new tactics.

My student day out in London turned to terror - now survivors like me won't be forgotten
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

The UK's first national day for victims and survivors of terrorism takes place on Friday - and means more to this man than many.

US says sanctions will 'squash' Iran's economy and 'collapse' its regime
Posted on Thursday August 20, 2026

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says allies will need to decide whether they "are with us or against us".

Academic who accused Jason Arday of plagiarism suspended by university
Posted on Thursday August 20, 2026

Nathan Cofnas says he is being investigated for discriminating against the late Cambridge professor.

Millennials are struggling to buy a home - but is it actually getting easier?
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Twenty-somethings are much less likely to own a home than previous generations. But data suggests things may be turning a corner.

Rain to stop in time for weekend as sun returns
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

The heavy downpours that have caused flash flooding will ease during Friday with sunshine returning for the weekend. But there are some chilly nights in store, as Ben Rich explains.

Stifling heat and broken toilets: TUI River Cruise passengers tell of their holiday hell
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Holidaymakers tell the BBC they paid for luxury breaks but faulty air conditioning left them in sweltering heat.

UK, France, Germany, Italy and Canada condemn Israel's West Bank settlement project
Posted on Thursday August 20, 2026

European countries and Canada pile on pressure over Israel's plans to expand settlements in a strategically vital part of the occupied West Bank.

Jailed Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan taken to hospital for treatment
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Khan was taken from Adiala jail and sent to Shifa International Hospital under heavy security, according to his party.

Wellness habits you can start now - at no (or little) cost
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Living a healthy life doesn't have to just be about pricey studio classes and luxury retreats.

Brandon Flowers: Is fame worth it? I'm not sure anymore
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

The Killers frontman asks big questions on his third solo album, which takes a detour into country.

Weekly quiz: Where did builders find £7.6m worth of gold bars and coins?
Posted on Thursday August 20, 2026

How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

Trump wants to be friends with Kim - but South Korea could pay the price
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

US military exercises with South Korea end early on Friday, at a time when the North is in a position of strength.

Newspaper review: 'King puts William first' and Harry security could cost public '£5m a year'
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

The return of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex to the UK continues to dominate Friday's front pages.

My family have fished this river for 300 years - now pollution has killed all the fish
Posted on Thursday August 20, 2026

A tradition on a river once fished by US President Jimmy Carter could be coming to an end.

Is Vine back? Short-form video-sharing app Divine opens to public
Posted on Thursday August 20, 2026

The app lets users create six-second looping videos and hosts more than two million classic videos.

Belgian car salesman becomes prince after royal parentage confirmed
Posted on Thursday August 20, 2026

Clément Vandenkerckhove was quietly brought into Prince Laurent's family at a town hall ceremony.



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