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News from the ABC Australia

The ABC wants staff to use AI. Experts have concerns
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

Experts and the journalists’ union have welcomed the ABC’s plans to use artificial intelligence responsibly, but warned misuse could damage trust in the public broadcaster. 

AFP to push Australia's policing model to UN
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

The AFP commissioner will promote Pacific police training as a model for the United Nations when she addresses police delegates from 140 nations this week.

The 'dirty little secret' in active funds management and ETFs boom
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

A record number of exchange-traded funds were added to the Australian share market in the past financial year. 

'Software error' blamed for F1 confusion as former driver calls for change
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

Despite being anti-climactic, the ending to the British Grand Prix followed the correct procedure, even if it was confusing to viewers.

Live: Brazil takes on Norway in tantalising heavyweight clash
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

Norway looks to upset perennial challengers Brazil in New Jersey, before Mexico hosts England at the Azteca. Follow live.

What household debt levels tell us about the rise of One Nation
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

The paradox of a strong economy and stock market with very low consumer sentiment is not close to being resolved. Quite the opposite, the disconnect is, if anything, widening.

How Donald Trump has exploded the norms of the US presidency
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

Donald Trump is undertaking regime change, not just in Venezuela, but on US soil and it is unlikely the presidency will ever be the same.

As its people dig, suspicion distracts Venezuela's government
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

Instead of focusing all its efforts on coordinating a widescale rescue operation, the Venezuelan government has been accused of hindering the response, and as has become apparent, our ability to cover it.

Billions in banknotes are printed each year. What they're used for is a mystery
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

There is no shortage of theories, from stacks of cash hidden at home to illicit activities, but little in the way of definitive answers.

History quiz: Tackle our questions on Harry Potter, space stations and more
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

Let us test your smarts about Captain James Cook's last voyage, the debut release of a popular British girl group and other historical events.

'Everything you need is here': How medicine benefits from traditional knowledge
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

Aboriginal Australians have used native plants as bush medicine for tens of thousands of years. On Larrakia land, medical students are learning how nature can heal.

These filmmakers are hunting down a story in Japan
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

From manga to life-sized dolls, catch up on the films from week five of Race Around the World.

The best way to break kids' screen-time rules when you need to
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

Screen time has become a phrase that makes "parents feel instantly guilty", but how detrimental is a full day of screens on the odd occasion, like during school holidays or when you are home sick?

Australia beat England to win Women's T20 World Cup
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

Australia has won the ICC Women's T20 World Cup in commanding style, defeating England by seven wickets in the final at Lord's.

Fears for imprisoned Gaza doctor Hussam Abu Safiya
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

Hussam Abu Safiya's lawyers believe he is at risk of being killed behind bars in an Israeli prison.

Wildfires devastate forests in Europe as temperatures rise again
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

Firefighters have been battling forest infernos in heatwave-scarred Europe, as temperatures rise again.

Leclerc wins amid safety car confusion, Piastri suffers lap one smash
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

Ferrari's Charles Leclerc has won a drama-filled British Grand Prix, which was ended under the safety car after drivers were initially told there would be one final lap of racing. 

Ebola treatment trial begins in Congo as outbreak continues to grow
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

A trial for an experimental Ebola treatment starts in Congo, where the largest-ever Ebola outbreak continues to grow. 

'Pretty rare to see clearance rates this low': Property slump tipped to continue
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

Less than half of all properties that went to auction in Australia were actually sold over the last week.

Footballer in end-of-life care after head clash in suburban game
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

Epping Football Netball Club's Nathan Fitzgerald, 27, is receiving end-of-life care after colliding with a teammate in a reserves game. 



News from the BBC World Service

Reform denies rules broken by Farage after benefits from ally not declared
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

The Sunday Times says the Reform UK leader failed to register the support supplied by a cryptocurrency entrepreneur who had been convicted of fraud.

EasyJet reaches 'agreement in principle' over potential takeover
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

The low-cost airline had previously rejected four takeover offers from US investment firm Castlelake.

England battling the weight of history as well as Mexican nation in Azteca cauldron
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

England will be battling against history as well as entire nation when the face Mexico in the World Cup last 16 at The Azteca, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.

Emotion and politics merge in Tehran at funeral of former supreme leader
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

The BBC's chief international correspondent Lyse Doucet is in Tehran, where funeral events are taking place in honour of Iran's former leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

From 'a beautiful night' to 'world's greatest hangover', guests react to Taylor and Travis's wedding
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

Some of the famous guests have been posting on social media about the big day in New York.

Catherine shares photos reuniting with family after Three Peaks Challenge
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

The princess completed the challenge in aid of the hospital where she was treated for cancer.

Australia probes mystery space balls that washed up on beach
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

Officials are searching for the origins of six pieces of space debris discovered on Forrest Beach in Queensland.

Young woman dies in skydiving incident near airfield
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

The woman, 22, was found in a nearby field and pronounced dead at the scene, police say.

Trump thanks Fifa after USA striker Balogun's ban suspended
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

Folarin Balogun is available to play for the United States in their World Cup last-16 tie against Belgium after his one-game ban is suspended by Fifa.

What Sky buying ITV could mean for your favourite shows
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

An announcement is expected imminently on Sky buying ITV's TV and streaming channels.

Mexico fans fail in bid to wake up England players
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

England players feel little to no impact of Mexico fans attempting to disturb their sleep by letting off fireworks outside their hotel.

Staying up for the match? How to handle a 1am kick-off
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

Forget blocks and tackles, this is the tactical plan you need for the football.

Stay humble - the Premier League feud about to hit world stage
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

The Premier League feud between Manchester City's Erling Haaland and Arsenal defender Gabriel goes global as Norway meet Brazil at the World Cup.

Thousands welcome home Cape Verde footballers after stunning World Cup run
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

Tens of thousands of fans formed an ocean of blue outside the airport in capital city, Praia.

BBC offers 'Stay Up or Catch Up' for England v Mexico
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

The BBC will be launching a special 'Stay Up or Catch Up' offer for its live coverage of England's game against Mexico at the 2026 World Cup.

Prince Harry and Meghan: Will they or won't they, and will we care?
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

There will be much attention on whether the Duke of Sussex can build bridges with his family.

'Posh George': Who is aristocrat and convicted criminal at heart of Farage controversy?
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

The 32-year-old reported crypto entrepreneur, once convicted of fraud in the US, is a long-time Farage ally.

How Iran's new regime is very different to what came before
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

Khamenei's funeral is another reminder of the change Iran has seen, but what does its new leadership want?

How Manchester became an 'influencer heaven'
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

Influencers are showing the world why they think Manchester is a great place to live.

'Start work at 11' - but will other bosses be as flexible over England's 1am match?
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

Employers are being urged to use their "common sense" to allow staff to work flexibly where they can.



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