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News from the ABC Australia Adelaide man 'not criminally responsible' of housemate's murder, court finds An Adelaide court has found Kristopher Robert Steele fatally stabbed his housemate, but is "not criminally responsible due to mental incompetence". Paying more and getting less, or record relief? Key takeaways from Qld budget This year's Queensland budget includes no "sugar hits" when it comes to cost of living, a big interest repayment bill and plenty of construction projects in the pipeline. SA greyhound trainer banned for dog's 'unnecessary suffering' One of SA greyhound racing's most prominent identities has been disqualified after a 12-month inquiry by the sport's controlling body. Future unclear for Mt Buller school that trained Winter Olympians A snow school on Mount Buller faces an uncertain future following a government decision not to open it for enrolments this winter. 'Proud to come from this place': Devils captain Jye Menzie on his upbringing Jye Menzie grew up in the north of Hobart, known for some of the nation's worst socio-economic outcomes and a high level of disadvantage. But the Tasmania Devils VFL captain is proud of where he comes from, and would not have it any other way. Councillor vows to keep working despite suspension for misconduct Ashleigh Vandenberg, a councillor in Melbourne's outer-west, plans to continue in her role, despite being handed a two-month suspension for misconduct. At least 40 drownings reported in France as Europe swelters Schools are being ordered to close in the UK and railways are urging against non-essential travel across the continent as record-breaking heat takes hold. 'Confusopoly' blamed as power bill messages befuddle consumers Some electricity users have been hit with higher charges, despite all the talk of the lower default market offers. Retailers say a rebalancing of supply and usage charges is the cause, but there are signs some are clawing back profit by raising their cheapest plans. UN inquiry accuses Israel of deliberately targeting and killing Palestinian children The Israeli government is condemning the inquiry and rejecting its findings, labelling the United Nations report "deeply flawed" and full of "errors and distortions" designed to push a "politically-driven anti-Israel narrative". Animals 'disappearing' from the wild as more people seek exotic pets Australian and international authorities are "struggling" to keep up with regulating and policing the exotic pet market as demand surges. Australians financially supporting family in Lebanon say they have no other option Lebanese Australians, who have spent thousands of dollars to help their loved ones survive a two-and-a-half-year war, bear a financial burden that also comes with an emotional toll. 'Punched in the guts': Sacked academics take uni to Fair Work Commission Two senior academics from Macquarie University allege they were targeted for redundancy because of their union activity. Australia launches world-first suicide prevention approach Policymakers, mental health experts and those working on the front line will use the National Suicide Prevention Outcomes Map to gauge what services are working to prevent people from reaching critical crisis points. Self-managed super sector blindsided by Labor–Greens deal on tax package A ban on self-managed super funds borrowing money to buy housing has blindsided the sector, which says Labor should instead target "unscrupulous" operators spruiking property as an investment. Zero-visibility swamp dive uncovers water pipeline failure in major city A decades-old pipeline supplying water to nearly 1 million people in Papua New Guinea's capital is at risk of collapsing without urgent repairs, threatening to cut off more than half of the city's water supply. Quiz: Join us for a mid-week trip around the world Which town would you be in if you were sunbathing at Cable Beach? Where does Maldon sea salt come from? Cosy ways to keep warm this winter without turning the heater on Heating your whole house — or even a room — can be expensive in the depths of winter. Keeping the humans inside it warm is often cheaper and more efficient. 'De-gayed for TV for 26 years': Gardening Australia star is proud to be out Gardening Australia star Jerry Coleby-Williams hid his identity on TV for 26 years, but has never been ashamed of being a gay man. Live: 'I'm back': Ronaldo makes a statement in five-star Portugal win Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice as Portugal completes a 5-0 drubbing of Uzbekistan. Later, England meets Ghana in Boston. Follow live. ASIC warns of 'extremely high' car loan fees amid rising complaints A new report warns customers about traps they face when taking out a car loan, including high interest rates and fees.  News from the BBC World Service Hundreds of schools plan closures ahead of red heat alerts The temperature topped 34.6 C in Wisley, England, while Scotland and Northern Ireland saw their hottest days of the year. From cool-down spots to chalk on windows - how Europe is coping with the heat People across the continent are taking measures to cope with the searing temperatures gripping Europe. Starmer holds talks with Burnham as he seeks 'orderly' transition The outgoing PM is offering "access talks" with the civil service to Labour leadership candidates. Peter Murrell jailed for more than five years for embezzling SNP funds The former party chief executive had admitted embezzling more than £400,000 over a 12-year period. UN says it will evacuate sailors stranded in Strait of Hormuz, as Rubio warns against tolls US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned Iran that no country can charge fees for ships to travel through the strait. Dozens of ships head through Strait of Hormuz after US-Iran deal Traffic in the waterway has risen since the US and Iran signed a deal aimed at ending the war, including 42 ships on Saturday alone. Teen boy arrested on suspicion of murder after 14-year-old girl reported missing A body is found in the search for Lilly, 14, who was reported missing on Saturday. Stop pretending EU's new border system is working, says airports chief The head of Europe's airports lobby says concerns over EES are keeping him awake at night and he doesn't know how airports will cope over the summer. Nineteen injured after bus overturns in Wales Six people have been taken to hospital after the crash on the A484 near Kidwelly. Israeli troops kill two in south Lebanon after lull in fighting, authorities say Israel's military says the two men were Hezbollah operatives, but the Iran-backed group accuses it of a ceasefire violation. Campaigners consider appeal after Gatwick bids fail A High Court ruling backs Gatwick Airport's expansion after campaigners raise climate concerns. Who are the Ghana players England should look out for? England face Ghana in their next World Cup match as both sides look to secure a place in the next round. BBC Sport takes a look at the Ghana players to look out for. Trump to attend World Cup final and present trophy United States president Donald Trump will attend the World Cup final and help present the trophy, says Fifa president Gianni Infantino. Have World Cup changes made final group stage games unfair? With eight teams already having nothing to play for, has the jeopardy in the group stage at the World Cup been diminished? And are concerns over the integrity of competition justified? How to get a good night's sleep during hot weather Simple tips to help you get a good night's sleep when temperatures rise. Can you keep your kids off school or refuse to work during a heatwave? As temperatures increase significantly over the next few days, these are your rights. Drowning deaths soar in France as Europe buckles in peak of heatwave Forty people have drowned in heatwave-related deaths in France since last Thursday, Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu says. How Washington DC's Reflecting Pool became a global talking point President Trump says the pool is probably going to be drained again, two weeks after a multi-million dollar renovation was completed. New pictures show dozens of items bought illegally by Peter Murrell The images include a range of luxury bags, watches and pens, as well as fresh pictures of a £124,550 motorhome. No fuel for sale as Ukraine's blockade of Russian-occupied Crimea takes effect In the biggest city Sevastopol, one resident told the BBC he had bought a back-up generator but had nothing to power it with. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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