News from the ABC Australia
'Supertanker' strikes mine in Hormuz, losing two million barrels of oil Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026
Four oil tankers, including a 'supertanker' carrying more than two million barrels of oil, have hit mines and caught fire while travelling through the Strait of Hormuz.
Canada hoping to become EU’s first 'associate member' in deal Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says he expects to conclude negotiations on the unprecedented deal by June.
Bodycam video shows ICE agent's car swerving toward man in Texas Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026
CCTV and body camera video shows the agent making sharp moves towards the man with his SUV as the man runs away.
Locals protest against proposed AI data centre in Adelaide Hills Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026
Community rallies against the potential AI data centre have drawn support from opposition parties, with locals saying they will use all legal means to stop an application.
Melbourne Cup 2026: Field, barrier draw, form guide and betting Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026
The leading chances for the great race have enjoyed mixed fortunes at the barrier draw this evening. Explore our interactive form guide to all the horses et to line up in the 166th Melbourne Cup.
Roos make AFLW history with three straight minor premierships Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026
Jasmine Garner has spearheaded North Melbourne to a third consecutive AFLW minor premiership in a rousing 68-point victory over Richmond.
Australia slumps to horror defeat as Warner decries 'deplorable' batting Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026
Australia falls in a heap on day five of the third Test in Cape Town, spun out by Simon Harmer to lose the game by 176 runs and suffer a 2-1 series loss to South Africa.
Kangaroos pile on the points in World Cup thrashing of Cook Islands Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026
The Kangaroos go undefeated through the group stage of the Rugby League World Cup as they close out the Pool A action with a 66-6 win over Cook Islands in Townsville.
Joanna Wietrzyk wins first HYROX race after incontinence controversy Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026
The Melbourne athlete, who faced widespread criticism after competing despite suffering diarrhoea during a race in Beijing, makes a triumphant return to the circuit.
Horses pulled from Derby Day after trainer allegedly has syringes in car Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026
Flemington trainer Nick Ryan had two runners withdrawn from today's meeting after Racing Victoria stewards charged him with alleged possession of a prohibited substance.
Two sent off after high shot and punch as Kiwis humiliate Fiji 78-0 Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026
New Zealand has marched itself into the semifinals of the Rugby League World Cup with a 78-0 thrashing of Fiji, with two players being sent off from the fiery clash on the Gold Coast.
Three arrested after allegedly stolen car driven wildly across Brisbane Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026
Police helicopter video has captured three people driving an allegedly stolen car across Brisbane.
Criticism of One Nation cartoon of ex-Victorian premier Jacinta Allan Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026
A new One Nation cartoon has depicted former Victorian premier Jacinta Allan as a witch, earning a rebuke from deputy premier Gabrielle Williams, who described it as misogynistic.
More than $3m spent on government merch, including condoms and lollies Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026
The Commonwealth is clamping down on merchandise across all agencies in a bid to limit the amount of taxpayer funds going towards promotional items.
Courtney Barnett's songs aren't just about Courtney Barnett Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026
The details in Courtney Barnett's songs often belong to her. The feelings somehow belong to everybody.
More than 3,000 deaths in Indonesia linked to fire pollution, report says Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026
Pollution from smoke emitted by months of wildfires across Indonesia caused an estimated 3,560 deaths in September, according to a new study.
Ferrari fastest as Verstappen says Kiwi rival should 'act a little smarter' Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026
Ferrari's Charles Leclerc was fastest in both practice sessions for a Mexico City Grand Prix set to crown 20-year-old Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli as Formula 1's youngest champion.
Flavio Bolsonaro says in livestream he left Brazil due to 'persecution' Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026
In an Instagram livestream, the defeated Brazilian conservative presidential candidate says he and his wife fled to the United States "without anyone knowing".
Dead dolphin tests positive for H5 bird flu Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026
A dolphin that washed ashore on South Australia's Fleurieu Peninsula tests positive for bird flu.
RFDS pilots continue risky highway landings as Nullarbor airstrip sits unsealed Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026
Pilots for the Royal Flying Doctor Service will continue to stage risky landings on the Eyre Highway, with no indication of when the sealing of the Eucla Airstrip is set to begin.
News from the BBC World Service
Burnham 'open' to calls for slavery apology but not reparations Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026 The British government has never formally apologised for slavery despite repeated calls from a number of Commonwealth leaders. Evacuees from Russia-occupied city where residents ate weeds arrive in Ukraine Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026 Residents left the devastated city on Friday following a ceasefire brokered by US First Lady Melania Trump. Why North Korea's 'elite' hackers are the prime suspect in major Binance hack Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026 If the accusations are true, the record-making heist shows how powerful suspected North Korean hackers have become. Celebrity Traitors comes to a climax in nail-biting final Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026 The second series of the hit show reached its climax on Friday after attracting 15 million viewers. Watch: Traitor or faithful? Celebrities reveal their allegiances Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026 The second series of BBC One's The Celebrity Traitors reached its climax on Friday, with the 21 original contestants having been reduced to seven before the final. After 28 years and 36,000 miles, Karl Bushby is almost home Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026 Global walker Karl Bushby is almost within sight of his journey's end after 28 years away. Responsible or panicked? Meet the people around the world already preparing for crisis Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026 Filter straws to a disposable toilet - people in the US, Japan, Sweden and Netherlands on what's in their emergency stashes. He questioned Thailand's monarchy dressed as Harry Potter. Now he's in jail for 34 years Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026 Thailand has prosecuted 294 people since 2020 under its lèse majesté law, with sentences going up to 50 years. 'The necktie is dead': How US midterm candidates are dressing for votes Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026 From Alaska to Texas, candidates with an eye on Congress are using their personal style to stand out. Why MPs keep talking about an early election despite Burnham's denials Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026 The prime minister has categorically ruled out an early general election, but it has not stopped speculation at Westminster. The fight to save Canadian town threatened by Trump's tariffs Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026 A century-old paper mill in Témiscaming, Quebec is indefinitely closed after the US imposed 50% tariffs on its products, putting hundreds out of work. Mahmood expected to announce changes to rules around indefinite leave to remain Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026 The home secretary has faced opposition from within the government over plans to impose new rules on migrant workers already in the UK. UK police cannot 'intervene' over woman killed by father in US, despite 'unlawful' ruling Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026 Jane Coates wrote to Cheshire police urging them to gather evidence into Lucy Harrison's killing. US approves sale of 500 Patriot missiles to Ukraine Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026 The American-made interceptors are the only effective weapon for downing Russia's ballistic missiles. Europe can no longer rely on US to 'bankroll' its defence, Starmer says Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026 Sir Keir warns that "things will not go back to the way they were" as he says the US makes it clear it will no longer "bankroll" its allies. UK could see 10 days without rain after 'wettest week in two years' Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026 With high pressure developing across the UK, the start of November is looking very settled with no significant rain in the forecast. Spain train disaster clouds Sánchez chances of re-election Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026 The Spanish PM is hit by a succession of crises just weeks before a snap general election. When a wedding fell apart, 11 strangers helped create something unforgettable Posted on Saturday October 31, 2026 Bridget Devaney turned to the internet with a proposal that sounded equal parts hopeful and improbable - come to Ireland and celebrate the wedding that never happened. 'They don't bother me at all': The man who chooses to sleep with bedbugs for science Posted on Friday October 30, 2026 Dr Richard Naylor has about 50,000 bedbugs at his laboratory in the Forest of Dean. Tiny zebra-striped bee sighting a 'huge surprise' Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026 A zebra-striped bee is seen in Somerset for the first time, offering hope in restored saltmarshes.
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