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News from the ABC Australia Iran's leader accuses protesters of trying to 'please' Trump Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has remained defiant amid nationwide protests, saying his regime would not back down in the "face of saboteurs." State of disaster declared in Victoria as out-of-control fires continue to burn Three people remain missing and Victoria's premier has declared a state of disaster as fast-moving bushfires threaten dozens of towns. Philippines landfill collapse kills at least one person with dozens missing Rescuers managed to recover 13 people from the site overnight as efforts continue to try and find others trapped under the mountain of rubbish. Alleged cybercrime 'mastermind' goes from billionaire to black bag over the head Accused scam boss Chen Zhi is extradited to China from Cambodia after being indicted by the United States over an alleged multi-billion-dollar fraud. ACT records first road fatality of 2026 after crash near Royalla A 25-year-old man has died after a crash between a car and a truck on the Monaro Highway, south of Canberra. Guns seized as hunt for alleged WA shooter continues Police say Kenneth Giles is not a licensed firearms holder, as the search for the 58-year-old continues across hundreds of thousands of kilometres of country WA. NSW premier responds to undeclared donation allegations Premier Chris Minns did not dispute a report that 200 people attended a fundraiser dinner, but could not recall how an event of that size raised only about $6,000. Victorians describe coming face-to-face with life-threatening fire danger During winter the trees and hills surrounding the small hamlet of Ruffy are beautiful and green, but now it has been "decimated" by an out-of-control bushfire. 'Gentle soul' remembered by friends, family after alleged assault in Hobart A 66-year-old Tasmanian man who died after an alleged altercation in Hobart's CBD on Tuesday night has been remembered by those who knew him. Russia hits Ukraine with hypersonic missile, Qatari embassy damaged A "massive" Russian night-time attack on Ukraine damaged 20 residential buildings in Kyiv and its suburbs, as well as Qatar's embassy, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says. Violence against Qld state school staff nearly quadruples in three years The data, tabled in Queensland Parliament, showed there were 20,833 occupational violence and aggression incidents reported by school-based employees last year. 'Absolutely no direction' to stop algal bloom investigations, public service chiefs say Four of the most senior public servants working on South Australia's algal bloom have rejected allegations that departmental staff had been instructed not to investigate the cause of the ecological disaster until after March's state election. Zone RV director faces litigation over $21 million insolvent trading claim Administrators of the collapsed luxury caravan manufacturer have threatened to sue David Biggar, whose company owes customers millions of dollars. Emergency departments, doctors deal with surge in heat-related illness Emergency departments, medical centres and first responders are dealing with a surge in heat-related illness across Australia's south-east as temperatures soar to near record levels. Palestinian author calls for apology as dozens pull out of Adelaide Writers' Week Palestinian author Randa Abdel-Fattah has called for her appearance at Adelaide Writers' Week to be reinstated after it was axed, but SA's Premier has continued to back the decision, as dozens of authors cancel their appearances. Police urge drivers to avoid floodwaters as multiple people rescued Authorities hope fines will deter motorists from driving into flooded waters, after nearly half-a-dozen vehicles are stranded in two weeks. Donald Trump withdraws the US from 66 international organisations Protecting women and children, halting climate change and preventing acts of terrorism — these are the goals the White House now says go against America's goals. 'Extreme' threat triggers total fire ban in parts of Tasmania A total fire ban is in place for parts of Tasmania from Saturday, due to extreme fire weather predicted for the weekend. Australia's population forecast to reach 28 million this year Australia's population is forecast to reach 28 million people in 2026 despite an easing of overseas arrivals following the post-COVID-19 migration peak. Calling a royal commission is just the start of Albanese's leadership test The prime minister's critics feel he failed to meet the moment in the immediate aftermath of the Bondi attack, but with the royal commission he has a chance to get it right. News from the BBC World Service Owner of Swiss ski bar held in custody after deadly New Year's Eve fire Jacques Moretti is being held as a potential flight risk, Swiss media reports say. Decide on X ban within days, government tells regulator after AI tool concerns It comes after government urged Ofcom to use all its powers – up to and including an effective ban – against X. Catherine marks birthday with message on healing power of nature The message is part of a video series which has seen Catherine reflect on the importance of nature to her, during her recovery from cancer treatment. The continued mysteries surrounding the intelligence operation to seize Maduro From intelligence sources to intricate mission plans, some details are becoming clearer - but many questions remain unanswered. Trump's grand plan to reshape the world order leaves Europe with a difficult choice to make The turbocharged events of the last week - and the new US National Security Strategy - raise pressing questions about the new world order, and what it means for Europe UK facing £28bn defence spending gap claims The MoD believes it requires an extra £28bn over the next four years, according to reports. Gabby Logan pays tribute to her 'warrior' dad Terry Yorath The presenter describes her dad as a "generous man" who instilled a "lifelong love of sport" in her. Man jailed for making woman have sex with strangers Rodney Johnston recorded the abuse as the victim was coerced into sex with 100 men, a court hears. US seizes fifth oil tanker linked to Venezuela, officials say The tanker, the Olina, is on multiple countries' sanctions list and is "suspected of carrying embargoed oil", US officials say. Why are there huge protests going on in Iran? Anti-government protests in Iran have continued for the 13th consecutive day. Trump's warning looms over protests response Iranian authorities appear to be unusually restrained in reacting to mass protests, a possible result of Donald Trump's threat to intervene. Reza Pahlavi, the exiled son of Iran's last shah at centre of protest chants BBC News Persian profiles the former crown prince who is once again seeking a role in shaping his country's future. Watch: Buildings in Tehran set on fire as demonstrations spread In video verified by BBC Persian, protesters in Iran can be heard chanting anti-government slogans. 'It's incredible, surreal': Skye Newman wins BBC Sound of 2026 Coming from a "broken background", Skye Newman's visceral, powerful pop has made her one to watch. Watch: Backlash against Musk's Grok AI explained Technology editor Zoe Kleinman explains the row over changes made by X to it's Grok AI image edits, after the UK government called it "insulting". Two starkly opposed Americas laid bare by deadly ICE shooting The incident is threatening to inflame a deeply contentious debate over immigration enforcement. Pupils left shivering during exams as PFI contract ends with school repairs unfinished A BBC investigation finds building issues across city schools after a firm contracted to carry out repairs went into liquidation. How a football pitch turned Birmingham's snowy sky pink The phenomenon was seen by thousands, from Birmingham city centre to parts of Staffordshire. Colombia sees 'real threat' of US military action, president tells BBC Gustavo Petro tells the BBC's Ione Wells that the United States is treating other nations as part of a US "empire", after Trump threatened Colombia with military action. Weekly quiz: Which sport helped Timothée Chalamet win a Best Actor award? How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days? Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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