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News from the ABC Australia

Dream holidays shattered in $4.3 million travel agency collapse
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

Australian travellers who collectively lost millions after a travel agency collapsed are calling for an overhaul of consumer protections in the sector.   

Palestinians fear 'archaeology has become a tool' in Israel's plans for West Bank
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

Palestinians believe there is more to Israel's recently announced plans to develop heritage sites along the West Bank, arguing archaeology has "become a tool, a mechanism, to justify settlement and justify the displacement of Palestinians" across the area.

Dashdot customers urged to proceed days before collapse
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

Emails and messages seen by ABC News show Dashdot's staff were still encouraging prospective customers to engage with the buyers agency shortly before it entered voluntary liquidation. 

Are we in for a prolonged pause on interest rates? Some economists think so
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

Most experts are tipping interest rates will remain on hold but the question is when will they come down.

Musk's trillions fuelled by AI and his pied piper power over investors
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

To get a sense of the difference between the Tesla and SpaceX IPOs, consider that 1.7 billion seconds ago was 1972, when Elton John released Rocket Man, while 1.7 trillion seconds ago was 52,000BC, when we shared the planet with Neanderthals.

'Absolutely terrified': Scolyer's doctor reveals fears of experimental therapy
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

Just 11 weeks before he died, Richard Scolyer cycled 500km in four days. In his last major TV interview, the celebrated pathologist tells Australian Story the secret to a fulfilling life and his doctor reveals the huge risks he took to try new brain cancer treatment. 

History quiz: Test yourself on these past events
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

When was Salt Lake City awarded the XIX Winter Olympics? And how much do you know about the Fast and the Furious films? Test yourself in this week's history quiz.

New doco charts Rolf Harris's downfall from media king to criminal
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

Plus Brisbane is a main character in a new rom-com, Russell T Davies delivers a devastating drama, and we bring you more shows lighting up TV this month.

Rhinos, a river of gold and world domination: This week's Race Around The World
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

From dating in Jamaica to world domination in Greenland, catch up on the films from the second week of the new season of Race Around The World.

Live: Curaçao enjoys magic moment before Germany powers ahead
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

Four-time FIFA World Cup winners Germany gets its campaign underway against debutant minnows Curaçao in Houston. Follow live.

Tuckwell honours late sister with stunning second place at Dauphiné
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

Luke Tuckwell has announced himself as a genuine threat on cycling's world tour, finishing second overall at the Tour Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes and dedicated his win to his sister, who passed away last year.

UK armed forces intercept Russian 'shadow fleet' tanker
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

The British armed forces have intercepted the sanctioned oil tanker in a bid to disrupt the oil revenue ​that helps fund Russia's war in Ukraine.

Hamilton claims famous Ferrari win, F1 leader suffers late car failure
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

Lewis Hamilton has wound back the clock and announced himself as a world championship contender again, claiming his maiden grand prix win as a Ferrari driver.

Driver dies after crashing into pole at Calder Park
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

A driver has died at Calder Park, in Melbourne's north-west, after crashing into a pole.

Socceroos boast heavy Adelaide connection, as SA fans show support
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

Thousands of South Australian soccer fans descended on The Drive in Adelaide city to watch Adelaide's own Nestory Irankunda score the first half-opener, leading to Australia's win over Türkiye on Sunday.

Jubilant fans pack Federation Square to celebrate Socceroos win
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

In Melbourne, Federation Square became the epicentre of fan festivities, with capacity crowds packing into the CBD venue for a Socceroos viewing party.

Greens join calls for Tasmanian minister Jane Howlett to resign
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

The Tasmanian Greens have joined Labor's calls for Racing Minister Jane Howlett to resign over a failure to answer questions about her publicly funded legal proceedings.

The Socceroos' greatest ever World Cup gamble just paid off
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

With his first World Cup team selection, Tony Popovic produced one of the biggest shocks in Socceroos' history. After 90 minutes against Türkiye, his gamble was vindicated.

Fair Work rejects gas giant's claim strikes would harm the economy
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

One of Australia's biggest gas producers has lost a bid to stop industrial action at its Darwin facilities after claiming strikes would force shutdowns and cause significant damage to the nation's economy.

Socceroos quick hits: Irankunda's stunning strike and Beach's brilliance
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

Nestory Irankunda scored a goal for the ages and then celebrated like Tim Cahill, while Patrick Beach's palm proved enormous. Here are the five quick hits from the Socceroos vs Türkiye.



News from the BBC World Service

Royal Marines board Russian shadow fleet oil tanker in English Channel
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

Marines were joined by National Crime Agency officers in the six-hour long operation in the early hours of Sunday.

Tech firms had 'enough time' says Nandy, ahead of social media announcement
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

The prime minister is expected to announce measures on protecting teenagers online on Monday.

Swiss voters reject 10 million population cap
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

Nearly 55% of participants voted against the proposal to cap population by cutting migration, results show.

UK electric car sales target set to be weakened
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

The new target hasn't yet been decided, with different numbers under consideration, the BBC understands.

'Boyfriend duties call,' Trudeau says after skipping Canada match to watch Perry
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

Cameras caught Perry running off stage to greet the former Canadian leader with a kiss.

UK and Japan agree £18bn investment deal
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

Japanese firms will spend billions on UK infrastructure and offshore wind, Downing Street says.

Farage vows to ban foreign nationals from social housing
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

The Reform UK leader says tenants would have three months to find a new home or face potential deportation.

Thunderstorms threaten Trump's UFC cage fight on the White House lawn
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

Thousands are expected at the mixed martial arts fight, which coincides with Trump's 80th birthday.

Sinkholes near Purley bridge halt Gatwick trains
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

Several sinkholes discovered near Purley station during engineering work meant the line is closed.

Lewis Hamilton wins first grand prix for Ferrari
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

Lewis Hamilton takes his first victory for Ferrari in a compelling Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix as championship leader Kimi Antonelli retires.

The 20-year-old who stole the show on Scotland's World Cup return
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

Ben Gannon-Doak wasn't born when Scotland last played at the men's World Cup. But the 20-year-old was at the heart of their long-awaited return and their first win at the tournament in 36 years as he stole the show against Haiti.

Smaller than Isle of Man & huge Dutch influence: Curacao making history
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

Curacao has possibly been most famous for its alcoholic drink of the same name - but now the nation is ready to announce itself at the World Cup.

Could Japan be the tournament's dark horses?
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

Japan could be one of the surprise packages of the 2026 World Cup, with growing belief they are ready to go further than ever before.

Jubilation as Scotland fans celebrate win
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

Supporters gathered in bars and venues across the country in the early hours to watch the match against Haiti.

Vincent's parents 'never say he's good enough' - so he turned to a middle-aged couple online
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

A niche group of content creators called "virtual parents" have become hugely popular among young people.

MP opens up on 30-year fight for period healthcare
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

White wants endometriosis diagnosis and treatment waiting times to be prioritised by the NHS.

Grenfell ninth anniversary 'particularly difficult'
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

Damel Carayol, from Humanity for Grenfell, speaks about his feelings nine years after the fire.

As Trump turns 80, what's it really like to work as an octogenarian?
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

As President Donald Trump celebrates his birthday, we ask people who have worked into their 80s themselves about what it takes to keep going.

007 First Light: The soundtrack secrets of the hit video game
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

The BBC went behind the scenes as the score for the blockbuster James Bond video game was recorded.

Why the US economy keeps defying the odds
Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026

Why has the American economy continued to outperform so many of its peers, despite facing the same global shocks?



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