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News from the ABC Australia

Cancelled AI data centre 'victory for people power' after backlash
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

It is the latest in a series of proposed data centres to be scrapped following public opposition.

Final Garage Sale Trail after 16 years of re-homing second-hand goods
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

After 16 years and 7.2 million pre-loved items, the national Garage Sale Trail is wrapping up.

Palestinians return to destroyed West Bank homes after IDF siege
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

Wael al-Jabaa's home was demolished by the IDF after two Israeli soldiers were shot dead. He didn't know until afterwards that his son was one of the gunmen. 

NT Catholic school parents warned of police presence amid terror probe
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

Parents of children at Northern Territory Catholic schools have been warned to expect an increased police presence after two teenagers were charged with terrorism-related offences within a week.

Chronic pain affects one in two women in midlife, report finds
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

About half of all middle-aged women experience chronic pain, a condition experts say is under-recognised and "inadequately treated".

The father and son farmers who sent a message to Donald Trump
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

Fred Levendofsky and his son Nick have worked the land in rural Kansas for over half a century and were fervent backers of Donald Trump, but not any more.

Ukrainians 'suffered forced starvation' in Oleshky before escape
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

In Russian-controlled Oleshky, Ukrainians say they were forcibly starved and tortured before an evacuation mission allowed them to flee.

Safety a top priority for Vic premier after food delivery driver stabbing
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

Victorian Premier Ben Carroll has vowed to make "whatever changes are necessary" following the deadly knife attack of a Hungry Panda delivery driver in Melbourne's CBD.

Rising female footy star dreams of playing NRLW
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

The 16-year-old has just returned from playing league in the UK and is in the under-17 Cowboys academy.

Canavan supports Paris Agreement but says EU trade deal goes too far
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

The Queensland senator says it is important to take measures to reduce emissions where the country can afford it.

Meet the surgeon saving the careers of cricket's best fast bowlers
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

New Zealand spinal surgeon Rowan Schouten has gained a reputation as the man to see for a generation of injury-plagued fast bowlers.

Explosions in Strait of Hormuz as Iran reviews de-escalation proposals
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

Explosions have been heard on Iran's Qeshm Island and tankers in the strait have caught fire after hitting mines. Meanwhile, Iran says it has lifted a 2,000km limit on the range of its missiles.

Khawaja says he has thrown nobody 'under the bus'
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

Usman Khawaja has revealed Steve Smith talked him out of going public with claims of widespread knowledge around ball-tampering during the 2018 saga.

Cyclist records dangerously close calls with drivers after six deaths
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

A cyclist urges police to take a tougher stance on intimidating and careless drivers who fail to leave enough space when overtaking.

Serial rapist banned from return to scene of his crimes
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

In what is believed to be a legal first, child rapist Dennis McKenna will be banned from returning to Katanning as one of the stringent conditions underpinning his looming release from prison.

Extraordinary scenes as fog descends on 'farcical' FA Cup tie
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

Notts County earned a penalty shootout victory over non-league side Altrincham, but even among those present at Moss Lane, few saw it as fog made a mockery of the conclusion.

Spectacular cave site 'neglected' after five years closed to tourists
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

Princess Margaret Rose Cave has been a popular tourist destination for generations, but the public hasn't been inside since 2021. Millions are being spent on upgrades, but the site's reopening has been repeatedly delayed.

Calls for more funding as Victorian JP numbers dwindle
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

They are essential for verifying important documents, yet Victoria has 76,000 fewer justice of the peace volunteers than Queensland. Now there are calls for more funding to boost numbers.

Search continues for teenager missing in Victoria's east
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

William, 17, has not been seen since Friday when he was on a camping trip with another teenager.

Riding school to close after teaching thousands of students over 50 years
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

After five decades teaching thousands of north Queenslanders to ride horses, Jenny and Lew Haines are closing the Ranchlands Equestrian Centre and retiring.



News from the BBC World Service

Briton among six killed in 'far-right' shooting in Krakow
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

Police in the Polish city say the attacker randomly fired at people after driving on to Main Market Square.

Germans wrestle with what to do with Hitler's destroyed Eagle's Nest retreat
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

While some believe the site should be partially or completely rebuilt, others want it abandoned and all memory of its Nazi past forgotten.

Veterans shouldn't sleep rough this Christmas, Burnham says
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

Downing Street says the prime minister will personally write to councils on Armistice Day to urge them to draw up plans.

Royal Family join veterans and families at Festival of Remembrance
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

The senior royals attended the annual event at London's Royal Albert Hall on the eve of Remembrance Sunday.

Andy Burnham wants to get closer to the EU - but he shouldn't expect a smooth ride
Posted on Saturday November 07, 2026

Laura Kuenssberg talks to government insiders about the prime minister opening the conversation about the UK rejoining the EU.

'Dana, please take the job!' - Trump asks UFC boss to be White House press secretary
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

It was unclear how genuine the president's offer was, although White later said he would travel to Washington for them to meet.

Gaza wedding festival sees 250 couples married at the same time
Posted on Saturday November 07, 2026

A mass wedding for Palestinian brides and grooms has taken place in the rubble-strewn streets of Gaza.

My parents chose to die together and I was left to grieve alone
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

Jan and Els sought medical intervention to end their lives together after 50 happy years of marriage, leaving behind their only child.

Labubu hype seemed unstoppable, now the fluffy monster mania is dying
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

Parent company Pop Mart's revenue has fallen as appetite for the quirky collectible monsters wanes.

Ambika Mod says the 'glass ceiling is always getting higher' for South Asian actors
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

The actress joins the cast of Black Doves for the second season of Netflix's spy thriller.

The rise of microdramas: The 'snackable' shows made for the scrolling age
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

The snappy, high-octane episodes - viewed on your phone - are huge in China and on the up in the UK.

Can the Zelda remake capture the magic of the original?
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

Nintendo has released its remake of what is considered one of the best games ever made - the BBC's Tom Gerken gives his verdict.

Property, football and politics: The links between Manchester and Abu Dhabi explained
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

A closer look at the relationship between Man City's owners and the Manchester political scene.

Israel's president tasks opposition leader Eisenkot with forming government
Posted on Saturday November 07, 2026

Neither PM Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc nor that of his rival secured a majority in last week's election.

'Flat', 'tired', 'cynical': Unusually gloomy Kiwis deliver New Zealand's tightest election in years
Posted on Saturday November 07, 2026

The national mood is low, and faith in politics even lower - with voters deserting the major parties at the polls.

UK cannot 'cherry pick' EU single market deal, Barnier tells BBC
Posted on Saturday November 07, 2026

The former Brexit negotiator says EU countries would reject any British attempts to follow economic rules "a la carte".

The Trump coalition is shattered - what will Republicans do now?
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

Republicans can stick with Trumpism or chart a new path, writes BBC Washington correspondent Daniel Bush.

The Papers: 'Briton dies in Krakow shootings' and 'Royals honour the fallen'
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

The Royal Family are pictured attending the Festival of Remembrance on a number of Sunday's front pages.

Thousands watch elaborate carnival cart procession
Posted on Sunday November 08, 2026

The event in Bridgwater, Somerset, attracted people from all over the country to watch.

Secondary school teacher to crofter - life on the UK's most remote island
Posted on Tuesday November 03, 2026

Katy Phenix relocated to Fair Isle from Redcar in North Yorkshire with her partner Josh Moore and their children Teddy, 11, and Hetty, six.



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