News from the ABC Australia
Police bodycam video shows force used on hit-and-run driver Posted on Monday February 23, 2026
Body-camera footage released by the ACT Supreme Court shows tactical police officers using force on a handcuffed hit-and-run driver outside St Edmund's College.
Childcare boss unaware of number of breaches at centres, senate inquiry told Posted on Monday February 23, 2026
The Affinity Education Group chief executive Glen Hurley told the Brisbane inquiry — which is examining the quality and safety of early childhood education and care systems — he would have to take the question on notice.
Lesbian group seeks legal exemption to exclude trans women from events Posted on Monday February 23, 2026
A Victorian-based lesbian group is seeking an exemption to the Sex Discrimination Act so it can legally discriminate against transgender women when it holds public events.
Breaking: UK government quietly updates passport rules for dual citizens — again Posted on Monday February 23, 2026
Travellers with both an expired UK passport, issued in 1989 or later, as well as a valid passport from a country that can issue an Electronic Travel Authorisation, may now be allowed to enter the UK.Â
Inside the operation to eliminate Mexico's biggest drug lord 'El Mencho' Posted on Monday February 23, 2026
Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes died after a gunfight with military personnel. Hours later, vehicles were set alight, roads blocked and shopfronts torched as retaliation in eight states.
Muslim Australians fear rising Islamophobia as Ramadan begins Posted on Monday February 23, 2026
Muslim Australians fear Islamophobia is rising following comments made by One Nation leader Pauline Hanson and in the wake of recent threats against one of Australia's largest mosques.
FIFO boom could lead to $100m regional airport expansion Posted on Monday February 23, 2026
A long-awaited feasibility study investigating the potential for a major expansion, estimated to cost up to $100 million, at one of Western Australia's busiest regional airports, is set to be delivered this week.
'Deeply embarrassed' Richmond forward banned over drink driving charge Posted on Monday February 23, 2026
Mykelti Lefau is banned for two matches after a drink driving charge that will see him miss a pre-season clash as well as round one.
Police investigate alleged antisemitic assault at scouts event Posted on Monday February 23, 2026
A teenager says he was verbally abused and punched at a scouts event in regional Victoria for wearing a kippah and Israeli flag.
Forget sides, these four salads are satisfying meals Posted on Monday February 23, 2026
If you’re after a healthy and summery dinner, these salads are a meal in a bowl and will tempt even the salad avoiders.Â
Man who murdered former partner on Gold Coast sentenced to life in prison Posted on Monday February 23, 2026
Reo Te Whetu Marama Marsh, who was then 34 years old, was charged In November 2021 over Mary Benedito's death after she was found unresponsive in a Southport apartment.
Gordon Brown writes to police urging probe into Andrew over Epstein flights Posted on Monday February 23, 2026
Former British prime minister Gordon Brown urges British police to investigate whether Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor used taxpayer-funded jets and Royal Air Force bases to meet with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Tougher WA driving laws to be introduced after Kelly T'Hart's tragic death Posted on Monday February 23, 2026
Tougher WA driving laws are expected to be introduced to parliament after a drunk driver, who was charged with killing a 32-year-old, was allowed to drive just two months after the incident.Â
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Canberra man jailed 20 years for killing ex-wife in Bruce home Posted on Monday February 23, 2026
A 73-year-old man who fatally stabbed his former partner in their kitchen in 2023 has been sentenced in the ACT Supreme Court.
Deal done on $1.5b Trump Tower for Gold Coast, says developer Posted on Monday February 23, 2026
Plans are underway for a $1.5 billion Trump Tower in Surfers Paradise, which would be one of Australia's tallest towers if approved.
Pub left without 'parmas' as cyber attack targets chicken processor Posted on Monday February 23, 2026
A cyber attack at Hazeldenes chicken processing plant in central Victoria has stalled production and left butchers and pubs across the state without chicken.
Pastoralists welcome downpour months after drought forced them to destock Posted on Monday February 23, 2026
South Australian pastoralists are preparing to buy livestock after the weekend's downpours brought more than 60 millimetres to some areas.Â
'No longer sustainable': Nine newspapers to stop printing in Tasmania Posted on Monday February 23, 2026
Rising production costs and growing digital audiences are behind the company's decision to no longer print and distribute its newspapers, which includes The Age and The Financial Review, in Tasmania.
Moore downplays Collingwood's injury concerns ahead of season opener Posted on Monday February 23, 2026
Several of Collingwood's defensive stalwarts have suffered interrupted preseasons, but skipper Darcy Moore isn't concerned just yet.
Two men charged over Goldfields stabbing Posted on Monday February 23, 2026
Two men are charged and another is flown to Perth with life-threatening stab wounds, after a weekend altercation in Kambalda.
News from the BBC World Service
Zelensky tells BBC Putin has started WW3 and must be stopped Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026 Ukraine's president sat down with the BBC's Jeremy Bowen in Kyiv days before the four-year anniversary of the war. Four years into its full-scale war in Ukraine, Russia is feeling the effects Posted on Monday February 23, 2026 Steve Rosenberg reports on the economic consequences of Russia's war, and how people are coping. Andrew charged taxpayers for massage when UK trade envoy, claim ex-civil servants Posted on Monday February 23, 2026 Whistleblower former civil servants claim there was too little scrutiny of Andrew's costs as UK trade envoy. Hamnet's Jessie Buckley and I Swear's Robert Aramayo win big at the Baftas Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026 Brit Aramayo beat US stars such Leonardo DiCaprio and Timothée Chalamet, while One Battle After Another picked up six awards. Mescal and Abrams go red carpet official, a 'strong language' apology and other key Bafta moments Posted on Monday February 23, 2026 This year's Bafta Film Awards had it all... A-listers, a touch of royalty, Paddington Bear - and the sun even came out, for what felt like the first time all year. Violence erupts in Mexico after killing of country's most wanted drug lord El Mencho Posted on Monday February 23, 2026 The death of the most-wanted Jalisco cartel chief sparks retaliatory violence in at least a dozen states in Mexico. 'Two unforgettable weeks' - Winter Olympics close with handover to French Alps Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026 IOC president Kirsty Coventry says the athletes "showed us that the Olympic Games are a place for everyone" as she closes this year's Winter Games. Last surviving teacher of Aberfan disaster still remembers faces of the children who died Posted on Monday February 23, 2026 Mair Morgan says the disaster that killed 144 people remains etched into her memory. Armed man killed after entering secure perimeter of Trump's residence, Secret Service says Posted on Monday February 23, 2026 The suspect was carrying a shotgun and fuel can when he was killed, officers said. Trump was in Washington DC at the time. Powerful winter storm slams US northeast as New York City issues travel ban Posted on Monday February 23, 2026 The nor'easter storm already has left tens of thousands without power and led to thousands of cancelled flights. Trump curious why Iran has not 'capitulated', US envoy Witkoff says Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026 US envoy Steve Witkoff says the president is puzzled why Iran has not yet compromised in the face of a major American military build-up nearby. On the red carpet: Wunmi Mosaku, Paul Mescal and Teyana Taylor among stars at film awards Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026 Stars of Sinners, Hamnet and One Battle After Another were among big names attending the ceremony. Watch: Bafta for Buckley, a rare sort of bear and other highlights Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026 One Battle After Another took home best film and Hamnet also saw success in the outstanding British film category. The winners list in full Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026 One Battle After Another won six awards, followed by I Swear, Sinners and Frankenstein, with three each. Wunmi Mosaku shows 'ancestral power' with best supporting actress win Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026 Growing up in Manchester, she is the first black British winner of the supporting actress award. Why 2026 marks a Winter Olympic turning point for Team GB Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026 Three golds, a record-equalling medal haul - the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics has been one to remember for Team GB. The Papers: William 'not calm, but carrying on' after Andrew arrest and a Bafta for Buckley Posted on Monday February 23, 2026 The fallout from Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's arrest continues to dominate Monday's papers. 'I thought I was going to die' - Woman calls for tighter weight-loss jabs checks Posted on Monday February 23, 2026 Emma Dyer says she collapsed on her bathroom floor and began vomiting blood after buying jabs online. Are you cut out for living and working in Antarctica? Posted on Monday February 23, 2026 Jobs are available on the icy continent for chefs, plumbers, carpenters and even hairdressers. The uncertainties facing businesses and consumers after Trump's tariff changes Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026 Businesses say questions remain after US President Donald Trump announced he will impose global tariffs of 15%.
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