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'Harrowing stories of mistreatment and harm' in modern slavery report Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026
A NSW parliamentary inquiry into modern slavery risks in regional areas found evidence of migrant workers living in near uninhabitable conditions, forced to work demanding hours and threatened if they spoke up.
Misogyny a major driver of extremism in young men, royal commission told Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026
Misogyny and its amplification through the "manosphere" may be a key driver of ideologically motivated extremism in young men and boys in Australia, the antisemitism royal commission has heard.
New errors uncovered at Queensland's troubled DNA lab Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026
The latest bungle involved statements the lab provided to police for prosecution, which had typographical errors like the wrong date or case number. The mistake was sensationally first discovered as a scientist was in the witness box giving evidence in June.
Investigations underway into surgery mix-up at Melbourne hospital Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026
Authorities say they are reviewing how a Melbourne woman was given surgery meant for another patient at a Sunshine hospital.
Book showcases Australian retro TV from Skippy to Hey Hey It's Saturday Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026
In a world of rapidly developing technology, television was once considered revolutionary. A new book by Ian Collis, Retro Television: What We Watched Back in the Day, is a nostalgic trip down memory lane.
Doctors furious after email identifies invitees of addiction webinar Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026
The national healthcare watchdog has inadvertently identified more than 100 doctors, nurses and other practitioners who were offered addiction and alcohol misuse training in a mass email that has triggered fierce backlash and privacy complaints.
Long-awaited Whyalla foreshore upgrade underway after years of delays Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026
It's been talked about for years, but construction on Whyalla's long-awaited foreshore upgrade is underway, bringing renewed hope to a city that has been hit by several kicks to the gut.
Pauline Hanson does 'not care' if immigration cuts impact businesses Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026
The One Nation leader says her focus is on a "decent standard of living" and "way of life", saying she does "not care" if cuts to skilled migration will affect businesses.
ABC apologises for episode featuring Gina Rinehart reference Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026
The ABC apologises for a Race Around the World episode containing remarks about mining magnate Gina Rinehart AO.
Court asked to jail disgraced AFL great Nicky Winmar for assaulting woman Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026
A Victorian court has been told the victim continues to suffer flashbacks of the attack, while a lawyer for the former AFL great says his client is being investigated for the concussion-related brain injury, CTE.
Facebook isn't just giving these agitators a platform: it's paying them Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026
An ABC NEWS Verify investigation reveals Facebook is directly funding some controversial Australian content creators including a white nationalist and an anti-vaxxer influencer.
Evacuation order issued for Port Adelaide fire burning sulphur Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026
People within one kilometre of Moonta Street at Port Adelaide are being advised to evacuate immediately due to burning sulphur producing large amount of "toxic" smoke.
Tattoo artists concerned over rise in AI-generated design requests Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026
Tattoo artists are concerned about customers increasingly requesting designs based on AI-generated images, which they say often contain errors and set "unrealistic expectations".
Birthday boy Popyrin wins in Montreal Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026
Alexei Popyrin has won for the 12th time in 13 matches at the Canadian Masters, giving himself a 27th birthday present by reached the last 32 for the third year in a row.
Israeli plan to build crocodile-filled moat around prison sparks court battle Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026
A legal battle has erupted in Israel over a government plan to build a moat around a prison and fill it with crocodiles.
Youth detention workers strike over safety concerns at Queensland centres Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026
Employees from the Brisbane, Cleveland and West Moreton Youth Detention Centres, as well as the Wacol Youth Remand Centre, took part in industrial action on Thursday.
Defunct SpaceX rocket crashes into Moon at 8,690km/h Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026
A stray piece of a rocket, the size of a school bus, has smashed into the Moon, likely creating a new crater.
Why there have been no updates from the Alan Jones trial Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026
One of Alan Jones's six male complainants in the veteran broadcaster's historic indecent assault trial has continued to face cross examination but a court order has limited reporting of the case.
AFLPA responds after report says player signed concussion deal with club Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026
The AFLPA says it is speaking to the AFL after a report revealed a player had signed a contract exonerating his club from future brain trauma issues.Â
Meta says AI model accessed the internet and hacked another company Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026
The incident will fan concerns about how developers can contain increasingly capable AI systems, after similar incidents at rival companies Anthropic and OpenAI.
News from the BBC World Service
Infantino sorry for errors but stays Fifa president Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026 Gianni Infantino will remain as Fifa president after receiving the backing of senior executives, but "sincerely apologises" for errors made in his controversial private investment plans. University of Cambridge professor at centre of plagiarism row resigns Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026 Prof Jason Arday said he had "concluded that the only way to bring this chapter to an end is to step away". Families express anger over jailed funeral boss's letter Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026 Robert Bush issues an open letter of apology to families affected by the Hull funeral scandal. Half of vaccines are binned - 'fridge-free' versions could change that Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026 Scientists have kept vaccines stable at room temperature for a year, which could transform global vaccination. Ex neo-Nazi activist withdraws as Tory election candidate Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026 Kemi Badenoch says Joshua Bonehill-Paine will now advise the Conservatives on tackling extremism. Why phones on loudspeaker may become just another noise Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026 Playing music or videos out loud on your phone is bemoaned by many - but in the future, it might not seem so outlandish Banned from football at home, Afghan women's team reunite 8,000 miles away Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026 Women in the team, which is recognised by Fifa, say football has given them freedom and independence. Meta says AI model accessed the internet and hacked another firm Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026 Meta is the latest company to disclose an AI agent breach, raising cyber-security concerns. Walk-in mental health centres to open in banks and libraries across England Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026 Government plans network of nearly 200 specialist services to help those facing mental health crises. Iran says deal with Oman on Strait of Hormuz is in final stages Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026 Neither the US or Oman have commented on the proposed agreement on the vital waterway. AI or real? BBC analyses viral China disaster videos Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026 As weather events become more extreme, fake videos are being shared rapidly online, and it’s causing real world problems in China. Reform UK pledges to jail bosses employing illegal workers Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026 The party says its aim is to stop companies profiting from illegal workers "without consequences". Shorts, strappy tops and sandals: Can my boss tell me what to wear in summer? Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026 Here's how to style for success while keeping your cool - and where you and your boss stand on your wardrobe. Sunshine to meal times: How to beat jet lag Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026 With bags packed and boarding passes at the ready, what can you do to keep your body clock on track? 'I've had to Botox my CV': Are AI recruitment tools affecting women's careers? Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026 Are AI recruitment tools disadvantaging women who are seeking to return to the workplace? After deadly Kyiv strike, Ukraine warns interceptor shortage is costing lives Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026 Without Patriot interceptors, Ukraine's skies are wide open and people are fully exposed to Russia's missile barrages. UK papers: 'Plagiarism row professor resigns' and 'West End stab rampage' Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026 A Cambridge University professor's resignation dominates many of Thursday's papers. See the Sun like never before with most detailed images yet Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026 New images and footage of the Sun show "whirlpools" of activity that it has not been possible to see before. Woman arrested after four stabbed in central London Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026 A woman is arrested after four men are stabbed in central London, the Metropolitan Police said. Man extradited to UK and charged over alleged hit-and-run death of Keaton Slater Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026 A Latvian man charged with causing death by dangerous driving over the 2024 collision will appear in court on Thursday.
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