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News from the ABC Australia

Journalist quizzed over 'nail in the coffin' remark at Jones trial
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

Reporter Kate McClymont has been questions in Alan Jones's indecent assault trial over messages she sent about the broadcaster to a complainant's mother.

Fake jobs and malicious code used by hackers in largest crypto-heist
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

Binance, the crypto-exchange platform at the heart of the sector's largest heist has uncovered how hackers stole billions in funds.

Staggs says he means no harm by refusing to sing Australian anthem
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

Kotoni Staggs has earned criticism for staying silent during the Australian anthem at the Rugby League World Cup, but says his decision is a personal one.

Former councillor pleads not guilty to stalking senior shire staff
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

A former Shire of Esperance councillor has pleaded not guilty to stalking two senior employees at the local government. 

Lobster fishers rail against salmon industry's antibiotic plans
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

Tensions have escalated between Tasmania's salmon industry and the wild seafood sector over plans to close some fishing areas when antibiotics are used in salmon pens.

Five-year-old seriously hurt in e-bike strike outside school
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

A young boy was taken to hospital in a serious condition after being hit by an e-bike outside a primary school in Tahmoor, south-west of Sydney. 

Collins Dictionary names 'mogging' its word of the year
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

The word, which has origins in bodybuilding circles, has become a slang term for outshining someone or something.

Melbourne Salvos cafe closes as demand exceeds capacity
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

The Salvation Army is searching for a new venue for its Lighthouse Cafe in Melbourne's inner west after being overwhelmed by those in need of free meals. 

Jailed former MP pleads guilty to misusing parliamentary allowance
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

Former MP Troy Bell, who is already serving a jail sentence for theft and fraud offences, has pleaded guilty to misusing the Country Members Accommodation Allowance. 

Indonesia detains police generals suspected of wire-tapping president's phones
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

Indonesian police detain three senior police generals on suspicion of illegally wire-tapping the phones of President Prabowo Subianto and other prominent figures between 2025 and 2026.

Gold Coast triple header as Tszyu goes for two-weight glory
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

Tim Tszyu will lead an all-star cast of fighters as Robina Stadium hosts the biggest Australian boxing card since Jeff Horn beat Manny Pacquiao at Lang Park.

Assault on One Nation volunteer not being treated as politically motivated
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

Victoria Police has issued a fresh statement regarding the assault of a One Nation volunteer to clarify detectives are not treating the incident as politically motivated.

Canberra man's murder conviction reinstated by High Court
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

The High Court has reinstated Michael O'Connell's murder conviction, ordering the case to return to the Court of Appeal.

Mater staff in disbelief over hundreds of job cuts as union calls for intervention
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

The union for pathology workers says the timing of hundreds of job cuts at Mater hospitals in Brisbane and Springfield "could hardly be worse".

Trucks engulfed in flames after crash on WA highway
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

A refrigerated truck and a truck towing a container trailer catch fire after crashing in Western Australia’s Wheatbelt, with emergency services on the scene.

Five arrested in probe of $235m rorted from federal agencies including NDIA
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

Federal police raid dozens of properties across Australia as part of investigations into service providers accused of claiming government money for services they did not deliver.

Alice Springs beams with pride after local Ethan Brown's win at Melbourne Cup
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

As people across Australia watched the country's most famous horse race, Alice Springs locals roared when it became clear local boy Ethan Brown could bring home the win. The town is still in celebration mode, praising the dedication of the young jockey.

Horse trainer who commited blood doping, placed bets banned for 20 years
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

Beauty Point harness trainer and driver Conor Crook is banned from the sport after pleading guilty to 25 charges following a months-long investigation by TasRacing's Integrity Unit.

NZ teammates stunned as Ponga eyes return 22 days after breaking arm
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

Kalyn Ponga looms as potential game changer off the bench just weeks after breaking his arm as New Zealand tackles Tonga at the Rugby League World Cup.

Spain's transport minister resigns after deadly high-speed train crash
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

The remains of 59 people have been returned to their families while Spain's transport minister announces he will resign following two deadly high-speed rail crashes this year.



News from the BBC World Service

Anthony Zurcher: Democrats surge deep into Republican territory with historic wins
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

Two Senate races that a year ago were thought to be battlegrounds turned out to be slam-dunks for the Democrats.

South Carolina elects Democratic senator for first time in almost three decades
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

President Trump handpicked Darline Graham to take over the seat held by her brother, influential Senator Lindsey Graham, after his death.

When will we know who wins control of Congress?
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

The first polls have closed, but it is possible the results will not be projected for several hours, days or even weeks.

Democratic rising star Ossoff projected to hold Georgia seat
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

Ossoff is seen as a potential leading contender for the Democratic nomination for president in 2028 if he throws his hat in the ring.

Miliband says slavery apology will not bring cost for UK taxpayers
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

Speaking to BBC's Newscast, the foreign secretary says Britain cannot sweep its past "under the carpet".

'Multi-cancer' blood tests coming to some GP surgeries soon
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

The aim is to detect hard-to-diagnose abdominal cancers, including liver, ovarian and pancreatic cancer, much sooner.

Spanish transport minister resigns days after deadly train crash
Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026

At least 69 people were killed and dozens injured in the collision south of the capital, Madrid.

Celebrity loses injunction bid but will stay anonymous pending appeal
Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026

The unnamed man asked for an injunction to stop his identity being reported in connection with allegations against him.

No more rice grains in Kellogg's Rice Krispies due to changing weather
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

The new recipes mean cereal packaging will now include a 'contains wheat gluten' warning.

Death toll rises in Ukraine after Russia attacks aid centre, hospice and hospital
Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026

At least 38 people are killed in 24 hours and Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky warns dozens more could be trapped under rubble.

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor called to give evidence in fraud trial in December
Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026

Mountbatten-Windsor has been summonsed to give evidence in a businessman's High Court fraud trial.

Scammers using AI-generated images of missing pets to demand reward money
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

Owners says threats to kill their cats unless they sent money left them angry and terrified.

Why Kim Kardashian came back to 'the worst TV drama ever'
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

The media personality and businesswoman says she's worked on her acting for series two of All's Fair.

Poundland supplier 'will lose millions' if retailer collapses
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

One of Poundland's suppliers will lose millions if it collapses, while other suppliers have said they would go under.

Code cracked for shipwreck padlock solving 400-year-old mystery
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

The brass lock, found in the sand near Port Talbot, forms part of a 1583 shipwreck treasure hoard.

The Papers: King calls slavery 'monstrous' and 'Celeb loses gag bid'
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

The King's comments on the transatlantic slave trade and the high-profile celebrity who lost a "gag bid" in sex claim case lead Wednesday's papers.

ANC under pressure to reverse South Africa decline
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

As South Africans vote in local elections, residents tell the BBC they are tired of the poor quality of services they get.

How 'mogging' went from toxic term to mainstream
Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026

Mogging, named Collins English Dictionary's word of the year, was once the preserve of the manosphere but has become part of everyday discourse.

Prince William says UK faces terrifying risk of more wildfires due to climate change
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

The prince says 2026 was the first summer he felt "worried about the scale of the wildfires".

Chill to grip Bonfire Night as temperatures dip into single digits
Posted on Wednesday November 04, 2026

What is the forecast for Bonfire Night 2026?



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