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Saudi Arabia must recognise Israel for nuclear deal, says Trump Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
Donald Trump is insisting the US deal allowing Saudi Arabia to develop a nuclear energy industry has one major condition — the Arab kingdom must formally recognise the State of Israel.
Billions in new funding for AUKUS shipyards in Adelaide Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
The billions of dollars in additional funding is another step towards making Australia's nuclear submarine program "a reality".
Netball agents frustrated as pay talks roll into Glasgow 2026 Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
Messy and drawn-out pay negotiations are once again overshadowing a major tournament for the Aussie Diamonds.Â
Death toll climbs after flooding in India, Afghanistan and Pakistan Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
At least 82 people have died and more than 650,000 have been impacted after heavy rain and flash flooding in India, Pakistan and Afghanistan.
Chinese diplomats leave ALP conference after bid to eject Taiwan officials Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
The incident could stir fresh tensions between China and Australia in the wake of several recent high-profile disputes.Â
SA police say man dies while resisting arrest in Adelaide CBD Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
A man has died in Adelaide's CBD after police say he became unresponsive during an attempted arrest this afternoon.
Australia gets first win with Glasgow asleep and the Games yet to open Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
Australia's first victory of the Commonwealth Games comes in a surprise extra session as the bowlers start before the opening ceremony.Â
Penrith flyer breaks record in comeback Panthers win Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
Thomas Jenkins has claimed a slice of history in Penrith's unconvincing win over Parramatta in the western Sydney derby.
Pies make statement with impressive win over listless Crows Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
Collingwood franks its strong run of form with an impressive 34-point win over Adelaide, as Crows fans defy pleas from the club and boo Isaac Quaynor.
Taiwanese woman sentenced for attempted murder of Australian exchange student Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
Taiwanese media has reported Yang Jinping has been sentenced for the attempted murder of Brisbane exchange student Alex Shorey in 2023.
One of WA's longest bridges to be built after Indigenous dispute resolved Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
One of Western Australia's longest bridges will be built to fix a road to nowhere in Perth's east — resolving a four-year long deadlock over fears the bridge would destroy an ancient rock shelter and billabong.
Bystanders praised for courage to stop attempted murder of woman Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
A man who "doggedly" tried to kill a woman in a prolonged attack in suburban Perth caught on CCTV has is been jailed for 16 years.
Court hears complainant's evidence challenged in police officer's rape trial Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
The defence team of a former NSW Police officer accused of raping a 17-year-old girl in 1998 has told the court that the complainant's claims are unreliable.
Argument over dog leads to shooting murder and 22 years' jail Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
The family of a man who was fatally shot through a screen door during an argument over a dog say the sentence handed to his killer is "bittersweet".
Sovereign citizen question to gun owners shut down by senior officer Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
A senior police officer slams the strategy of writing to some Tasmanian gun owners asking them to confirm or deny whether they aligned with sovereign citizen ideology.
Trump went to war to restrict a nuclear program, now he's backing one Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
Donald Trump went to war with Tehran to stop it enriching nuclear fuel. Now he's approved a deal that analysts warn could open the door for another Middle Eastern power to potentially do exactly that.
Driver boasted of drink driving, weeks before killing 12-year-old girl Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
County Court judge Michael Tinney says Jordan Kenyon's decision to get behind the wheel after consuming the drug GHB was like playing "Russian roulette" with the general public.
Elite boarding school review uncovers 'normalised' abuse Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
An independent review of an elite private school in regional Victoria describes a culture of "normalised" racism, bullying and abuse.
Insect repellent release leaves 11 staff sick at major SA hospital Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
Eleven staff at an Adelaide hospital have become unwell and a dozen emergency beds have been closed, after the accidental release of an "outdoor insect repellent" inside the facility.
Outback hubs prepare for 'amazingly majestic' 2028 solar eclipse Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
About 10,000 eclipse chasers are expected to descend on the Northern Territory's Barkly region in two years to stand in the shadow of the moon.
News from the BBC World Service
Saudis must recognise Israel for nuclear deal, says Trump Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 The US president says the landmark agreement to help Saudis develop nuclear energy is dependent on it joining the Abraham Accords. Oil prices hit $100 for the first time since May Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 The price of Brent crude rose more than 5% on Thursday as the war in the Middle East continues to escalate. Wildfires and record dry conditions trigger drought in parts of Wales Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 Wales has seen about 5% of the average rainfall for July, after a series of back-to-back heatwaves. Gary Lineker among millionaires asking Andy Burnham to tax them more Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 A group including the former England footballer write to the new PM telling him "we can afford it". Rayner rules out repaying severance cash after making cabinet return Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 The returning housing secretary received £16,876 after leaving government in September 2025. Pubs cheer business rates relief while other firms 'left out in the cold' Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 Pubs welcomed the support package, while other High Street firms asked why they were left out. Police failed to check Manchester synagogue attacker's phones despite arresting him twice Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 Greater Manchester Police apologises because Jihad Al-Shamie's devices were not reviewed before the attack. France evacuates 20,000 as wildfires spread in south-west Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 Most of those evacuated were tourists from campsites around Arcachon Bay in France's Gironde region. Johnson-Thompson and Asher-Smith out of Commonwealths Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 Olympic silver medallist Katarina Johnson-Thompson pulls out of the Commonwealth Games because of injury. Google fined €890m by EU for favouring its own apps over rivals Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 It is the first major enforcement action against the tech giant under the EU's new digital rules. Airport drop off fees up by a third - here's how to avoid unexpected charges Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 The cost of parking closest to the terminal has hit £10 at two of the UK's airports. Why the UK is dithering over what to do about e-scooters Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 Why is it taking so long for the government to regulate them, and what are the consequences of delay? Trump's nuclear deal with Saudis jettisons longstanding US demands Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 Signing a nuclear pact in the Middle East is a bold move that has drawn criticism in the US and in Israel. Andy Burnham's plan to collaborate with social media creators Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 The new prime minister plans to work with influencers and social media creators to get his message out. Fit checks and fear: Inside India's GenZ 'cockroach' protests Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 For 'cockroach' protesters, reels and memes became a way of documenting fear, making sense of violence and refusing to let it have the last word. Hosepipe ban in force as drought threatens - is your area affected? Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 More than eight million households have been placed under hosepipe bans - which has raised questions about how effectively water resources are being managed. Ruiz & Gavi's reward for win... 150kg of tomatoes Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 Spain's Fabian Ruiz and Gavi receive their body weight in tomatoes when they return to their hometown Los Palacios y Villafranca. Love Island: All Stars winners Molly Smith and Tom Clare marry Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 The couple won the first series of the spin-off edition of the hit dating show in 2024. MI5 to pay damages for illegal surveillance of journalist's phone Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 It is believed to be the first time that MI5 has been directed to pay compensation to a journalist. Bonnie Tyler's funeral to be broadcast online to fans around the world Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 The service in Swansea on 17 August will be live streamed on the star's official website.
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