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News from the ABC Australia

Airlines call for air traffic control boss to quit over UK airport chaos
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

At least 2,000 flights were cancelled, with airlines reporting millions of pounds worth of financial loss. 

British police to investigate Reform UK after undercover documentary
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

The investigation will look into whether the populist party, which had been surging in the polls, breached the UK's eloctoral funding and donations laws.

Three Lindsay Clancy jurors raise concerns after mistrial
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

Eleven members of the jury were persuaded to find her not guilty by reason of insanity, but one member would not acquit.

Veterans headstone project fears funding promise falls short of need
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

The Headstone Project SA questions why less money than promised appears to be available in federal government grants for veterans' graves. 

'Wrong decision': New babies' hospital plans slammed by doctors
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

The WA government unveils revised plans for the new Women and Babies Hospital, including upgraded infant transfer facilities, but the doctors' lobby is unimpressed.

Hollands opens up on axing from Carlton AFL roster
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

Elijah Hollands is at peace with the end of his Carlton career, saying he realises there are more important things in life that he needs to focus on.

Anthropic researcher says some developers believe AI 'could kill us all'
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

A researcher for AI developer Anthropic has quit the company and is one of a growing number of AI experts to call on the industry to slow down.

Man dies after shooting near community centre in Sydney's south-west
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

Paramedics treated the man at the scene at a car park in Punchbowl, in Sydney's south-west, but he could not be saved.

Police make arrests in long-running investigation of Bandidos bikie gang
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

ACT Policing arrests seven alleged members of the recently-formed chapter of the Bandidos outlaw motorcycle gang, believed to have aided the trafficking of millions of dollars worth of cocaine.

Grief-stricken family recalls 'beautiful' mum killed in drunken crash
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

A 45-year-old mother of four who was killed in a crash with a drunk driver has been remembered as beautiful by her family.

Pregnancy involves many appointments, but this trial aims to change that
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

One of the consistent obstacles faced by pregnant patients is the number of appointments they must attend while also managing the daily demands of their lives and families.

Future of culling brumbies in NSW national park could hinge on one word
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

A brumby advocate has said in court that the pest management plan for a NSW national park does not give the government the right to conduct aerial culls. 

Andrew Hastie demands One Nation delete or own 'traitor' attack
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

Opposition frontbencher Andrew Hastie calls Pauline Hanson and Barnaby Joyce "lying cowards" as a dispute over a One Nation video describing him as a "traitor" intensifies. 

Trial told Alan Jones sent athlete weekly flowers, love declarations
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

A former politician giving evidence in Alan Jones's criminal trial is questioned about an event where the broadcaster allegedly kissed a prominent athlete on the mouth.

Company admits failures for fatal Curtin University roof collapse
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

Elsdon, which provided the steel supports for the roof that collapsed at Curtin University, pleads guilty to failing to ensure workers' safety.

Susan's chopping down her giant tree while she still can, ahead of rule change
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

A home owner in Perth’s south plans to cut down a “beast” of a tree, a 20-metre-tall Norfolk Pine, in order to beat the introduction of the council's policy to protect large trees amid a dwindling tree canopy. 

Data centre builder's deal with AFL club defended by team boss
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

The Tasmania Devils have signed a six-year sponsorship deal with artificial intelligence infrastructure company Firmus Technologies. The AI company and club say it's a natural pairing — but not all are convinced.

SA government backed a risky horse in LIV Golf — lucky it hedged its bets
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

The catalyst for the Malinauskas government's $45 million upgrade of the North Adelaide Golf Course has filed for bankruptcy. But the story could have been far worse.

Trial hears woman repeated 'no' to footballers before alleged rape
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

A District Court jury has been told a woman was allegedly raped by two amateur footballers in the NSW Hunter Valley in 2023.

Nazi salute during traffic stop leads to driver's arrest, police say
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

An 18-year-old driver who allegedly performed a Nazi salute also tested positive for cannabis during the traffic stop in Adelaide's north, police say.



News from the BBC World Service

Police launch criminal investigation into Reform UK donations
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

The investigation, which follows a broadcast by Channel 4 News, is being folded into the inquiry that has been under way into other donations.

National security can't come at expense of social security, Burnham says
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

The prime minister says he will fund defence and get the welfare bill down in "the Labour way".

Watch: Europe's royalty pay last respects to King Harald V in Norway
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

Tens of thousands of people lined the streets to pay their respects after 13 days of national mourning.

Miliband rejects chief rabbi's claim British Jews in greater danger after sanctions move
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

The foreign secretary disagrees that sanctions on Israeli settlements could put British Jews at greater risk.

Uganda pulling out of Prince Harry's Invictus Games, says military chief
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

The decision, announced by the chief of defence, comes just two months after Uganda said it would participate.

'We were raped and exploited by a drug gang as teenagers', women tell BBC of their ordeal
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

Four women have chosen to waive their anonymity and speak publicly to the BBC documentary, Britain's Forgotten Girls, about how they were targeted by criminals when they were children.

Hundreds mourn police officer killed in wrong-way A66 crash
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

Officers give PC Matthew Blades a guard of honour as people line the streets for his funeral.

Germany's Merz attacks AfD in stormy debate after far-right election win
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

Germany's chancellor clashes with AfD leader Alice Weidel, saying her migration policy amounts to "ethnic cleansing" for skilled workers.

Mother demands answers, weeks after black woman found hanging from Mississippi tree
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

Her demands for information about what happened to Tasia Fortune have been echoed by shocked locals.

Anthropic researcher believes more than 10% chance AI 'could kill all humans'
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

It is the latest in a series of increasing warnings about the safety threat posed by artificial intelligence.

Watch: Sinkhole at Nicolas Cage's Malibu house swallows driveway
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

The driveway of the beach-front house collapsed on Tuesday morning, according to local authorities.

'Constantly on my mind' - 9/11 agony endures for bereaved, 25 years on
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

As the 25th anniversary approaches, the wait for the alleged mastermind of the attack to be put on trial goes on.

Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders star impresses on Broadway after celebrity casting row
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

The former Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader overcomes criticism of stunt casting for her Chicago debut.

What are my rights if my flight is cancelled or delayed?
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

Flights are cancelled owing to air traffic control problems, so what are your rights if you're affected?

How cleaning up the air is speeding up global warming - and revealing a bigger problem
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

A curious online row over this summer's heatwaves points to a wider - and worrying - shift in climate science.

Are women better than men at endurance running?
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

Women have beaten men in some high-profile endurance events in recent months - are they better suited to these challenges?

I'm 27 and I've already written my will - here's why
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

For many young people making a will may not seem necessary, but here's why you shouldn't put it off.

Hegseth is shaking up the Pentagon as the US wages war - but it comes at a cost
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

The upheaval in the military could shape the legacy of Trump's second term, writes the BBC's Tom Bateman.

Oil hits $100 a barrel for first time since July after US and Houthi strikes
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

Brent crude - the global benchmark for prices - rises after the US hit five Iranian tankers on Tuesday

Actor Noel Clarke charged with sexual offences
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

Clarke has been charged with offences including sexual assault. BBC News has asked him for a comment.



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