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News from the ABC Australia

Spurs under fire after moving rainbow flag for Champions League clash
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

Tottenham moves a rainbow flag inside its stadium following a request from Czech side Sparta Prague ahead of the two teams' Champions League meeting.

NFL team turns to retired grandfather to play quarterback due to injury crisis
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

The Indianapolis Colts reportedly sign Philip Rivers to play at quarterback, four years after he retired from the NFL.

Live: Experts answer questions as the social media ban comes into effect
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

Ten major platforms are now expected to check the ages of all their Australian users and prevent anyone found to be under 16 from holding an account. We've asked experts how to best navigate it. Follow live.

Tasmanian ministers access $45,000 in free NBL and AFL tickets
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

Tasmanian government ministers have accessed more than $21,000 of free tickets to Tasmania JackJumpers games in the past 12 months, available as part of an agreement with the basketball club.

Bushfire destroys homes and buildings, conditions set to worsen
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

An unknown number of unoccupied homes and buildings have been destroyed in a bushfire burning in NSW's Capertee Valley near Lithgow. A high fire danger warning remains in place with conditions expected to get worse. 

Violent offenders used prison phones to call victim-survivors
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

A WA District Court judge questions how family and domestic violence perpetrators were able to "persistently" contact their victims using a regional prison's phones.

Complaint filed over FIFA's 'egregious abuse of power' with Trump award
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

A human rights organisation files an official complaint to FIFA over its peace prize awarded to US president Donald Trump.

How medicinal cannabis clinics target vulnerable Australians
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

Hannah Wilson says she found it shockingly easy to obtain a medicinal cannabis prescription, despite her history of schizophrenic psychosis.

Firefighter rocked by cancer battles 'outdated' scheme for compensation
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

Matthew Petch says firefighters like him are being left behind by an outdated compensation scheme and a lack of health screening.

Pet camera captures bull and horse sneaking into NT politician's home
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

An NT resident tells of discovering he had unexpected guests in his home, after his dogs were filmed nudging open a door and letting inside a pet bull and horse. 

Homicide detectives investigate suspicious death of man in unit block
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

Police launch a homicide investigation after the death of a man in a home at Newcastle early this morning.

Why opposition to faster approvals is about more than just the environment
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

As WA's state development laws make their way through parliament, critics are concerned about environmental approvals and concentration of power, but the government insists the new laws mean more transparency.

Alpine resort's only childcare service set to shut its doors next year
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

Families living at Falls Creek in Victoria's Alpine region want Alpine Resorts Victoria to reconsider its decision to close the mountain's only childcare facility.

Spending on child removal protection 'shockingly low', report finds
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

Only 15.6 per cent of national child protection funding goes towards family support services aimed at keeping families intact, a report has found. Advocates are urging the government to "invest in families, not crisis".

Proteas crash to record low as India flexes muscles ahead of World Cup
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

The rematch of last year's T20 World Cup final is dominated by India as South Africa is dismissed for just 74 runs.

Fans face mayhem trying to get into Brisbane Lady Gaga concert
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

Suncorp Stadium says "technical issues" identified during a sound check meant the gates did not open until 50 minutes later than scheduled, which caused long queues.

UN blocked from inspecting crammed NT prisons
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

The number of people in custody has surged dramatically in the Northern Territory since the government passed sweeping bail and justice reforms in 2024.

Why is Elon Musk in a war of words with the European Union?
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

The latest target of Elon Musk's ire is the European Union, which he has called a "bureaucratic monster" that "should be abolished". So, what's going on? 

US judge clears release of grand jury documents against Ghislaine Maxwell
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

The judge grants the Justice Department's request under a new law requiring the release of files related to Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell.

Live: ASX to rise as US Federal Reserve holds two-day meeting, likely to result in rate cuts
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

The Australian market is likely to open slightly higher, following a cautious and relatively flat performance on Wall Street as the US Federal Reserve decides on whether to cut interest rates. Follow live.



News from the BBC World Service

Trump criticises 'decaying' European countries and 'weak' leaders
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

The UK praises Europe's "strength" after Trump says countries fail to control migration or take action to end the Ukraine war.

Storm Bram brings flooding and travel disruption to UK
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

Amber and yellow warnings for wind are in place, with gusts of 90mph forecast in north-west Scotland.

MI5 closely involved in handling of IRA spy Stakeknife, says report
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

The final report of Operation Kenova says the security service had "greater knowledge" of Stakeknife than it had first stated.

Major talks on changes to ECHR migration rules set to start
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

The talks are the most significant sign yet that international human rights law could be reinterpreted.

Member of UK armed forces dies in accident in Ukraine
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

He died in an accident away from Ukraine's front lines on Tuesday, the Ministry of Defence says.

Artist Nnena Kalu earns 'historic' Turner Prize win
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

Kalu wins for her sculptures and drawings, becoming the first learning disabled artist to scoop the award.

TV faithful Claudia Winkleman made MBE by King at Windsor Castle
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

The Traitors and Strictly presenter was recognised on Tuesday for services to broadcasting.

Some schools disrupted and Covid-like measures brought in amid rise in flu cases
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

Flu is on the rise, but ministers say schools should only close in extreme circumstances.

Lithuania declares emergency situation over Belarus balloons
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

Prime Minister Inga Ruginiene says the "hybrid attack" poses a real risk to national security and civil aviation.

Nigel Farage meets French far-right leader in London
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

National Rally president Jordan Bardella says he believes the Reform UK leader will become the next British PM.

Much of £11bn Covid scheme fraud 'beyond recovery', report finds
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

The response to the pandemic led to "enormous outlays of public money which exposed it to the risk of fraud and error", a report says.

Mutated flu virus is circulating - so should you buy a vaccine this year?
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

Flu has come early and experts predict it could be a particularly nasty season.

MI5 under more scrutiny after multiple criticisms
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

Concerns are raised over whether the MI5 can be trusted to provide full evidence to courts and investigations following the findings of Operation Kenova.

Google unveils plans to try again with smart glasses in 2026
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

It is a significant turnaround for the tech giant after its first attempt - Google Glass - was pulled in 2015.

It sparked a debate over AI, but can Arc Raiders win a Bafta game award?
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

Smash-hit Arc Raiders is longlisted for Bafta's best game award alongside Clair Obscur and Silksong.

Does Scotland's 'Instagram Highway' need a reboot?
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

Highland communities and businesses will have their say on the NC500's future after overtourism concerns.

Ukrainians raise flag to show BBC the fight goes on in city claimed by Russia
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

Ukraine barely has a hold on Pokrovsk, but its forces are keen to show they are still resisting Russia's advance.

Does Japan's megaquake warning mean the 'big one' is coming?
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

An alert issued this week has caught the attention of a country used to earthquake warnings.

Autistic man starts new job after Waitrose rejection
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

Tom Boyd has begun working at his local Asda, before beginning a new role at Waitrose in January.

Thirteen Labour MPs vote for talks on joining EU customs union
Posted on Tuesday December 09, 2025

One hundred MPs voted for and 100 against the Liberal Democrats' bill, which would require the UK to begin talks with the EU for a new customs union.



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