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News from the ABC Australia

Beijing says Dalai Lama's Grammy win 'anti-China political manipulation'
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

The 90-year-old who lives in exile from his Tibetan homeland accepted the award with "gratitude and humility" but it sparked a furious response from China.

Sarah Court to be first female head of ASIC, Chalmers announces
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

This position will give Ms Court significant influence over Australian corporate culture.

Katherine River reaches highest level in five years, with more rain forecast
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

The Katherine River peaked just below the minor flood level on Monday, but the Bureau of Meteorology says the situation could change with more rain expected in coming days.

Cory Bernardi to contest SA state election for One Nation
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

Former federal Liberal senator Cory Bernardi will lead One Nation's Legislative Council ticket at the upcoming state election in South Australia.

Man who committed 'brutal' attack on father jailed for murder
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

A man who committed a "horrific" attack on his father in regional WA, recording some of it and posting it online, will have to serve at least 21 years for murder.

Ley and Littleproud hold 'civil' talks but yet to agree terms for Coalition reunion
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

The federal Liberal and National leaders held eleventh-hour crisis talks after David Littleproud survived an unlikely challenge from as disgruntled backbencher.

Emergency Warning issued as uncontrolled fire burns south of Adelaide
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

An Emergency Warning has been issued for people in the area of a fast-moving, uncontrolled bushfire burning near Cape Jervis, south of Adelaide.

NT chief minister announces first use of controversial new powers
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

The NT's chief minister announces the establishment of a Territory Development Area on Darwin Harbour, made possible by controversial powers her government legislated last year.

What we know about the WA trial of free full-time kindergarten
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

As WA kids headed back to the classroom after summer holidays, five of the state's public schools begin a trial of free full-time kindergarten.

Triple-murder suspect released on bail before deadly shooting despite warning
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

Accused triple-murderer Julian Ingram was granted bail by police despite concerns being raised over the safety of potential victims and the community. The 37-year-old remains on the run from police.

Death would be 'too good' for Dezi Freeman, slain officer's sister says
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

The sister of one of the police officers shot dead in Victoria's high country last year tells the ABC that death would be "too good" an outcome for the accused gunman Dezi Freeman.

Aussie Cam Myers makes history with victory in Wanamaker Mile
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

Australia's Cam Myers becomes the youngest ever winner of the prestigious Wanamaker Mile, with the 19-year-old powering to victory in New York.

Woman sentenced to three years in jail over fatal hit and run
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

A 45-year-old woman is sentenced after fatally striking a 19-year-old with her car in WA's Midwest and failing to stop and offer assistance.

Suspected double murder-suicide prompts calls for greater family support
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

A suspected murder-suicide in Perth has put the spotlight on families with high needs children, with speculation that the Clune family were not getting the support they needed in the lead up to their deaths.

Josh Giddey misses out on NBA All-Star selection
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

Chicago's Josh Giddey has fallen short in his quest to become just the second Australian to play in the NBA All-Star match after he was overlooked by selectors despite his excellent form. 

'Crossbows, axes, spears' wielded in large disturbances in NT remote community
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

Traditional owners from the NT's second largest Indigenous community Wadeye are appealing for more support to end a month of attacks on houses, and fights involving up to 100 armed people in the streets.

Rudd's scrapped mining profits tax discussed by miners in Epstein emails
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

Newly released documents show British Labour peer Peter Mandelson kept sex trafficking paedophile Jeffrey Epstein informed about the campaign against Kevin Rudd's proposed mining tax.

Teenager makes 'superhuman' swim to save family swept out to sea
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

A 13-year-old boy has been hailed a hero after swimming four hours through rough seas to get help for his mother and two siblings, who were swept out to sea on an inflatable paddleboard in WA's South West.

These charts show Australians are shifting their habits to avoid heatwaves
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

Australians are changing their behaviour and spending habits to adapt to weather conditions, according to a study examining consumer transactions during January's heatwave.

TasWater's proposed 8.8 per cent bill hike rejected by regulator
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

Tasmanian households have dodged a bullet, with the state's economic regulator refusing TasWater's proposed annual fee hikes of 8.8 per cent for the next four years.



News from the BBC World Service

Serial killer Steve Wright admits murder of teenager Victoria Hall in 1999
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

Steve Wright is already serving a whole life jail sentence for the murders of five women in 2006.

Grammy highlights - from a chaotic Cher to Sabrina's stewardess
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

The best and worst moments of the 68th Grammy Awards, which were held in Los Angeles.

Captain guilty of North Sea tanker crash death
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

Vladimir Motin is convicted of gross negligence manslaughter after a crew member died in the crash.

Drivers can compare fuel prices at different petrol stations - how does it work?
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

Pump price changes will have to be shared in a government database within 30 minutes.

MP arrested over more alleged sexual offences
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

Dan Norris says he "vigorously" denies the allegations, which include rape and sexual assault.

AI 'slop' is transforming social media - and a backlash is brewing
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

Social media has been flooded with fake, AI-generated images and videos. But will the majority of users actually care?

Terminally ill bride's final months marred by pension stress
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

Caoimhe was diagnosed with a brain tumour in 2025 after an optician spotted bleeding behind her eye.

Men covertly filming women at night and profiting from footage, BBC finds
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

The BBC went undercover to investigate an industry where women are filmed at night without their knowledge.

Melania Trump film beats box office predictions despite criticisms
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

The documentary about US First Lady Melania Trump has been panned, but is off to "a huge start".

Starmer believes Mandelson 'should not be member of Lords'
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

He has ordered an "urgent" investigation into Lord Mandelson's contact with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein while the peer was a minister.

Faisal Islam: Mandelson, Darling and the conversation I can't forget
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

The Epstein files appear to give extraordinary context to a call between the former chancellor and JP Morgan's boss.

'Marry me' and £20,000 for rent - key Sarah Ferguson revelations in Epstein emails
Posted on Sunday February 01, 2026

The latest Epstein files will only add to embarrassment for the former Duchess of York.

Trump threatens to sue Trevor Noah over Epstein joke at Grammys
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

The US president labels Noah a "total loser" over a joke he told on stage during the awards ceremony.

Takeaways from the millions of newly released Epstein files
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

Three million new documents include hundreds of mentions of Trump and emails between Epstein and a person called "The Duke".

Syria's only female minister pushes for change: 'I'm not here for window dressing'
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

The BBC's Lyse Doucet follows Hind Kabawat as she confronts the challenges of fragmented, post-Assad Syria.

Pornhub is now restricting access for UK users - will other sites follow suit?
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

The UK's largest porn site has blocked unregistered users from accessing explicit content in the country, but why motives remain unclear.

Not a fan of the gym? Why you should try 'exercise snacking'
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

How you can make a big difference to your health and fitness without signing up for a marathon or joining a gym.

'ME and Long Covid have brought my children's lives to a standstill'
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

The £1.1m Rosetta Stone study hopes to make a breakthrough by comparing ME and Long Covid.

India's snakebite crisis is killing tens of thousands every year
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

A new report has found that 99% of healthcare workers in India face challenges administering antivenom.

'Enemy' insults and questioning Putin: Steve Rosenberg on tightrope of reporting from Russia
Posted on Monday February 02, 2026

The BBC's Russia editor reflects on the difficulties of working as a British journalist in Moscow.



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