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News from the ABC Australia

Federal officer shoots person in leg during Minneapolis arrest
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

A federal law enforcement officer has shot a person in the leg in Minneapolis after being attacked with a shovel and broom handle during an arrest, US officials say.

Three men accused of Queensland hospitals fraud appear in court
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

Three men accused of fraud face Brisbane Magistrates court over their alleged involvement in public hospital fraud, allegedly involving secret payments to surgeons.

Hundreds mourn loss of Chris Perry at Alice Springs funeral
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

Well-known and loved Centralian Chris "CP" Perry has been farewelled by hundreds of mourners at his funeral service in Alice Springs.

Greens won't support Labor's sweeping hate law reform in current form
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

The Greens will not support Labor's new hate laws without changes to ensure all minorities are protected and a slew of amendments to the government's sweeping legislative response to the Bondi terror attack.

Trump says Iran has 'stopped' killing protesters. Is he right?
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

Washington could intervene militarily in Iran, the Trump administration has suggested, but it remains unclear whether that will happen. 

Teenager charged over alleged online threats to kill PM, NSW premier
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

WA Police charge a 19-year-old man after he allegedly uses social media to send messages, threatening to kill Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and NSW Premier Chris Minns.

Emergency warning for Great Ocean Road as storm sweeps cars to sea
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

Cars have been swept to sea and residents isolated by floodwaters after more than 100 millimetres of rain was dumped in some parts of the popular holiday region.

Why Australia is investing in military bases in the Philippines
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

Experts say these agreements are clear signs of how important an ally the Philippines is becoming in the Indo-Pacific region amid jitters of US security guarantees. 

Scathing review finds aging WA hospitals reliant on 'reactive maintenance'
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

An audit of WA's health infrastructure finds the state's aging public hospitals are too reliant on reactive maintenance, with no dedicated funding to keep them up to scratch and little data to inform future decisions.

'Smellanie' the corpse flower set to attract thousands to Adelaide Botanic Garden
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

A corpse flower at the Adelaide Botanic Garden is generating excitement but it is actually among five of the rare plant to bloom in the city this summer.

Tom Silvagni's rape conviction appeal grounds revealed
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

Details of the 23-year-old's appeal bid have been released, with Silvagni arguing a judge erred in describing certain evidence as "incriminating conduct" during his rape trial late last year.

'I never will be a member': Neo-Nazi says group has disbanded as bail denied
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

High-ranking neo-Nazi Joel Davis has told a Sydney court the Nationalist Socialist Network "no longer exists" as he was again denied bail for allegedly threatening a federal MP.

Antonio Arena has put the football world on notice, but will he play for the Socceroos?
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

In Italy, he has earned the nickname Il Baby Bomber because of his size, strength and impact on the game. But where do his international allegiances lie?

How the new passport rules for UK dual citizens will work
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

Your guide to new UK and Ireland passport rules for dual citizens and general entry changes beginning in February.

Live: Kokkinakis withdraws, De Minaur drawn against former Aus Open semifinalist
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

The Australian Open is almost here — but first we have the draw, which will determine the mouth-watering first round match-ups and what the possible finals could look like. Follow live.

Why WA's controversial fishing ban has hit a nerve like no other
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

Western Australia's ban on demersal fishing has left fishers frustrated. Will the government be able to soften the blow for an angry industry?

The junior tennis champ who beat Sinner and an AFL star to win $1m
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

Jordan Smith comes from a tennis-mad family in Sydney and is now a millionaire thanks to a couple of days' work at the Australian Open.

Fire leaves Harcourt family searching for home in tight rental market
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

Four weeks after unpacking their last box, a Harcourt family fled fire with only their passports and clothes — and now face a difficult search for a new rental.

Complaints roll in as record crowds watch qualifiers in AO 'Opening Week'
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

The Australian Open has smashed attendance records in what is being marketed as "Opening Week", featuring fan events and qualifying matches, but the main draw does not start until Sunday.

'Heartbroken' farm workers chase $260,000 in unpaid wages
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

According to court documents, at least 20 workers are owed money for the work they did in late 2023 on Corrigan's Farm in south-east Melbourne, which experts say is part of a bigger problem that sees tens of millions in missing cash disappear into the black economy.



News from the BBC World Service

Denmark warns of 'fundamental disagreement' after White House talks on Greenland
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

There was no major breakthrough during the meeting, and President Trump reiterated his interest in acquiring the island shortly afterwards.

US and UK pulling some personnel from Qatar base as US considers Iran action
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

US officials say it is a "precautionary measure" and comes as Donald Trump weighs up whether to take action against Iran.

'I carried my wife's body for an hour and a half' - BBC hears stories of protesters killed in Iran
Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026

BBC Persian has received dozens of accounts from inside Iran. Defiant despite potential repercussions, the witnesses said they wanted to ensure the rest of the world knew of the violence against the protesters.

Twenty one English councils ask for election delays
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

Nearly a third of eligible authorities have want to postpone local polls scheduled for May.

X to stop Grok AI from undressing images of real people after backlash
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

Grok will no longer allow users to remove clothing from images of real people in jurisdictions where it is illegal.

Serial houseplant killer? Here's how to keep them alive
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

The three easiest plants to keep alive and how to make sure you keep them healthy all year round.

Two Palestine Action protesters end 73-day hunger strike
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

The BBC understands that one of the protesters was taken to hospital earlier on Wednesday in a poor condition.

Nasa astronauts begin 'bittersweet' medical evacuation from space station
Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026

The crew is expected to splash down off the coast of California in the early hours of Thursday local time.

Zelensky declares emergency in Ukraine's energy sector as biting cold persists
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

The move comes as US President Donald Trump said Ukraine is "less ready" than the Russian president to make a peace deal.

Moment cargo ship crashes into oil tanker in North Sea
Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026

A jury has seen footage of a cargo ship crashing into an oil tanker, which triggered an explosion and killed a crew member.

David Hockney says moving Bayeux Tapestry to UK is 'madness'
Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026

The artist claims it is too much of a risk to transport the centuries-old artwork from France.

Hillsborough Law campaigners say they cannot back proposed bill
Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026

They are concerned security services will be exempt from a law designed to stop cover-ups.

Tehran morgue videos show the brutality of Iran's crackdown on protesters
Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026

Distressing footage reveals nearly 200 bodies with one victim identified as young as 16.

Starlink reportedly made free in Iran - but protesters are taking huge risks by using it
Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026

The satellite technology has become a vital communications lifeline after the government shut down the internet last week.

Who is Erfan Soltani, Iranian protester reportedly facing execution?
Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026

The 26-year-old shop owner was arrested in his home on 8 January in connection with protests in Iran.

From behind bars, Aung San Suu Kyi casts a long shadow over Myanmar
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

The democracy campaigner has spent 20 years in total in detention, five of them since being overthrown by a coup.

The Papers: 'World on the brink' and Trump intent on 'conquering' Greenland
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

The global tensions from Greenland and Iran feature prominently on Thursday's front pages.

Why the UAE has incurred the wrath of Somalia
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

The government in Mogadishu has accused the UAE of undermining its sovereignty.

'It was terrifying': Residents describe carnage after Thai train crash
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

The BBC arrived at a grim scene in the evening, with rescuers still pulling bodies out of the mangled train.

Why banning of Maccabi fans raises questions about police integrity
Posted on Wednesday January 14, 2026

The decision to ban fans of the Israeli team from a UK game was based on a flawed assessment, a report has found.



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