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News from the ABC Australia

Malaysia Airlines pilot faces drugs charges including flying under influence
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Indonesian authorities release CCTV video showing the moment a Malaysia Airlines pilot was arrested after 26 kilograms of ecstasy and methamphetamine were allegedly found in his luggage.

Salmon farm releasing nutrients, but EPA says it's not causing algae
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

The waters around Tassal's Long Bay fish farm near Port Arthur have signs of excess nutrients — including nuisance algae and seagrass loss. But the EPA has questioned if the fish farm is responsible, and extended its licence for two years.

Tom Holland and Zendaya become most bankable box office couple in Hollywood
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Real-life Hollywood couple Tom Holland and Zendaya are celebrating simultaneous box office success stories in Spider-Man: Brand New Day and The Odyssey – smash hit movies they both star in.

Sportsbet, TAB deny allegations reps offered escort and drugs to gambler
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Sportsbet and TAB have denied explosive claims they offered a young gambler access to illicit drugs and escorts as part of an inducement program. 

US vow to dismantle the International Criminal Court labelled 'very worrying'
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

The Trump administration has vowed to dismantle the International Criminal Court "brick by brick", but analysts warn it's a move that has more to do with local politics than genuine concerns about the system.

Mine's ex-bosses forced into bankruptcy over allegedly misappropriated funds
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

The former bosses of Hellyer mine, in Tasmania's north-west, have been ordered to repay a combined $8.5 million in allegedly misappropriated funds after failing to set aside a bankruptcy ruling in the federal court.

Bystanders deprived Canberra man of 'any chance of survival' after overdose
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

A coroner finds a group of bystanders, including two workers from a drug harm minimisation organisation, acted in a "morally blameworthy" manner after waiting hours to call an ambulance for a Canberra man who fatally overdosed.

Inside 'Kraken's' sting that led to Sydney underworld figure's arrest
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Sam Amine is awaiting sentence in the NSW District Court after pleading guilty to brokering the supply of the drugs and firearm.

No supervision for man who stockpiled chemicals and fantasised about mass killings
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

A young man who fantasised about bombing universities and was identified online by the American FBI will be freed into the community with no supervision.

Sacked for fighting crime, Wendy 'The Enforcer' wins bottle-o job back
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

A Tasmanian bottle shop worker who earned the nickname The Enforcer after she used a roller door to deter would-be thieves was sacked by her employer, BWS. But now, Wendy is back in business.

Household spending increases in June, powered by EV sales
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Australian household spending rose for a second month in June as consumers splashed out on electric vehicles amid rising fuel costs.

Sydney man charged over fake gun had been at costume party, court told
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

A man arrested for carrying a fake gun and wearing a fake police vest at Sydney's Moore Park has been released on bail after a court heard he was attending a costume party.

Construction begins on $1.1 billion Mandurah hospital south of Perth
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Construction starts on a new five-storey hospital in Mandurah, south of Perth, at a total cost of more than $1 billion.

Farmer suffered fatal injuries after being headbutted by cow, coroner finds
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

A typically safety-conscious farm worker died after being headbutted by a cow while not wearing a helmet, a Tasmanian coroner has ruled.

'Not on your life': Ex-NSW minister quizzed over friend's donation
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Damien Tudehope tells the state's corruption inquiry he did not believe payments made by  his friend and hotelier Michael O'Hara, a prohibited donor, were political donations.

Clubs stand firm after AFL's controversial finals memo
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

The AFL warns clubs they risk being sanctioned should they rest players in round 24, but several coaches say they will not be paying attention to the memo.

Wests Tigers owners throw financial lifeline to women's A-League team
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

The Central Coast Mariners women's team will be part of the upcoming A-League soccer competition thanks to a group better known for its interest in the NRL.

More than 1,500 Brisbane children listed as experiencing homelessness
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

In the last financial year, 984 families, including 1,539 children, were identified as experiencing homelessness in data collated by Brisbane Zero.

Charity cyclist dies one day after completing 5,300km ride
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Motor neurone disease advocate Bob Montgomery dies just one day after completing a 5,300-kilometre bicycle ride across Australia.

Questions about Sydney protest spark tense exchange at royal commission
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

The head of a peak Jewish body has criticised the conduct of protesters at a pro-Palestinian rally in the wake of Hamas's attack on Israel, prompting a tense exchange at the antisemitism royal commission.



News from the BBC World Service

Breast cancer checks missing most women under 50 who are at risk, says study
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Up to 95% of younger women who are at higher risk of developing breast cancer are being missed by current NHS checks, researchers warn.

EU calls for stronger borders after Ceuta migrant crossings
Posted on Monday August 03, 2026

Ursula von der Leyen has called for action ahead of an urgent EU interior ministers meeting to discuss the issue.

There's a reason child vaccination rates are falling - and it's not social media
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

As child immunisation rates fall across the UK, one clinic in west Yorkshire is taking aggressive steps to boost immunisations

Analysis: Trump challenged by cold reality from top allies
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

A president used to bending US politics to his will faces two stinging losses in a matter of days, writes the BBC's Anthony Zurcher.

Ariana Grande says decision to step back 'was not reactive or impulsive'
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

The star told fans at her Chicago show on Monday that "boundaries need to be set".

Thunderstorms and flash flood risk on final day of UK heatwave
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

More places in southern and eastern England are expected to reach heatwave criteria on Tuesday but cooler temperatures are on the horizon.

West Ham co-owner David Sullivan advised to stay away from home matches
Posted on Monday August 03, 2026

London Stadium recommends West Ham's co-owner stay away amid fears of fan unrest following sexual misconduct claims.

Half-price rail travel extended to 18-year-olds
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

They'll be able to buy the 16-17 Saver railcard up until the day before they turn 18.

'Rape list' part of misogyny girls face at school
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

A group of teenagers make a film describing their experiences, ahead of changes to the curriculum.

France wildfires reveal hundreds of WW2 shells in village
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Explosions heard in Le Porge as the wildfires raged are believed to have have been the old munitions.

Ariana Grande has had enough of body comments, but 'scrutiny' will linger
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

The star has taken a "step back" from the spotlight after appearances led to "endless, ongoing public scrutiny".

Heatwaves are changing summer weddings - here's how to plan for one
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

The wedding industry is facing last-minute costs to cope with the heat and October bookings are up.

I left my wife and twins behind - why this Nigerian man fled South Africa
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Nigerian Richard Itoro is one of tens of thousands who have abandoned their lives in South Africa.

Scottish exam results day 2026: What time will grades come out?
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

More than 148,000 people across Scotland will receive their results on Tuesday.

UK papers: 'Cop killers will go free' and 'Farage's sinking ship'
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Several papers lead on the latest on the prisoner early release scheme.

US reports first two deaths linked to 'explosive diarrhoea' outbreak
Posted on Monday August 03, 2026

The illness caused by parasitic infection that spreads through contaminated food or water is not generally life-threatening, health officials say.

Charred homes, burned out cars - before and after images show Spokane wildfire destruction
Posted on Monday August 03, 2026

BBC Verify has matched videos posted online in the aftermath with images of the same streets before the fires to assess the damage in Washington state.

Russia says seven killed and 40 injured by Ukrainian drone hitting busy beach
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Three children were killed when the drone crashed at a popular resort on the Black Sea.

Watch: Wild police chase in Queensland, Australia ends in two arrests
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

A police pursuit in Queensland has ended in two arrests, with authorities taken on a high-speed car chase across Ipswich and Brisbane.

US states sue to block Trump tariffs impacting dozens of countries
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

The duties were imposed over claims that 60 US trading partners have failed to tackle forced labour.



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