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News from the ABC Australia

Christian Brothers granted moratorium on abuse victim payouts
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

The Christian Brothers religious order has been granted a moratorium on all civil claims against it, after arguing it was running out of money to pay victims of child sexual abuse.

'Traitor': Jewish human rights lawyer abused online for Palestinian advocacy
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

The Jewish Council of Australia's executive director has been labelled a "Hitler's Jew" in what she describes to a royal commission as an online harassment campaign by pro-Israel and neo-Nazi groups.

Super scams First Guardian, Shield cause compensation cost blowout
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

The First Guardian and Shield super disasters, and Dixon Advisory fallout, is causing a cost blowout in the taxpayer-funded scheme that is designed to compensate victims of financial misconduct. 

Exhibition shines light on Australian women without housing
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

Women and girls make up 60 per cent of the estimated 289,000 people who seek help across Australia, according to the latest statistics from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare.

Broncos giant set for NFL shot as fellow prop's future 'uncertain'
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

The Brisbane Broncos are releasing forward Ben Te Kura from the rest of his NRL contract to allow him to pursue his dream of playing in the NFL.

12yo boy allegedly with machete arrested at Adelaide shopping strip
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

A 12-year-old boy who allegedly had a machete concealed in his pants was among four boys arrested in Rundle Mall over two days.  

'Less water than one restaurant': AI data centre company responds to concerns
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

One of three AI factories planned for northern Tasmania would be quieter than a library to the nearest resident, Firmus co-CEO Oliver Curtis says, as the company moves to assuage community concerns around power use, water and noise.

More than 50 state forestry jobs axed as koala national park looms
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

Concerns about the sustainability of the New South Wales timber industry are growing as work continues to establish the Great Koala National Park.

Flooding damages endangered turtles' nesting sites and season
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

An environmental group says steep banks, loose sand and low water levels are resulting in extremely low clutch numbers.

Foreign nationals deported after reaching Far North Queensland by boat
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

The federal government says a group of foreign nationals has been removed from Australia after reaching Far North Queensland illegally by boat this week. 

Police rescue 'feral' children from squalor inside dilapidated US home
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

Sixteen children from the same family rescued from a dilapidated rural home in Ohio were living in wretched conditions with human waste all around, authorities say.

Lethal Weapon actor Danny Glover says he has Alzheimer's
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

Danny Glover, who turns 80 in July,  has revealed that he has Alzheimer's disease and is leaning on his family for support as he lives with the incurable condition.

No mice found after drone baiting on remote WA island
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

A world-first drone-baiting program to protect migratory bird populations shows early signs of success off Western Australia's north coast.

When do the Socceroos play next and how to watch the knockout match
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

Australia's journey at the 2026 World Cup continues this weekend as the Socceroos take on Egypt. Here's everything you need to know.

'My last Wimbledon': Kyrgios bows out with typically erratic doubles outing
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

Australian Nick Kyrgios says he has almost certainly played his final Wimbledon match after losing in the first round of the men's doubles alongside Alexander Bublik.

Parents say latest asbestos find in WA school grounds is one of many
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

Parents at a WA primary school say the education department has failed to properly address the ongoing issue of asbestos being found in school playgrounds. 

Canberra water catchment shows signs of climate change
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

Like melting glaciers in Antarctica or bleached coral on the Great Barrier Reef, Namadgi National Park is showing signs of damage linked to global warming.

Dingo control stopped to protect cultural significance
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

Farmers voice concern for their flocks after wild dog control is halted on jointly managed conservation land in parts of the Wheatbelt.

Djokovic apologises for pranking ball kid during 'vintage' Wimbledon win
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

A relaxed Novak Djokovic takes time out between sets of his second-round Wimbledon win over Stefanos Tsitsipas to play a prank on a ball kid.

Fireworks frenzy as Territorians celebrate Cracker Night
Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026

People across the Northern Territory have spent the night setting off their own fireworks for the Territory's annual cracker night celebrations, lighting up the sky with colour and keeping firefighters and paramedics busy.



News from the BBC World Service

Superstar Kane produces his biggest England moment
Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026

Harry Kane's England career is filled with great moments - his World Cup rescue act against DR Congo in Atlanta is his greatest, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.

Aunt of Venezuelan boy pulled from rubble tells BBC she will give him 'mother's warmth'
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

Kleiber Moran, 2, was rescued on Wednesday, six days after last week's deadly earthquakes.

Turkish police beat us with iron rods before we lost limbs to frostbite, Afghans say
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

The young migrants heading to Europe say they were stripped and had their hands tied in freezing temperatures.

From Truman's pension to Trump's billions - a White House windfall unmatched by any president
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

Historians say Trump's $2.2bn income last year is unprecedented and blurs the line on conflicts of interest.

Third UK heatwave increasingly likely as 30C temperatures forecast
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

Temperatures are forecast to climb throughout the weekend, potentially leading to a heatwave being declared in parts of the UK

Don't expect trackers to save your stolen car, experts say
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

Kia told the BBC UK law prevented its location tracking function being used to live track vehicles.

Teenage boy injured after shooting in Birmingham
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

The boy was taken to hospital to be treated for "potentially life-threatening" gunshot injuries, police said in a statement.

Watch: Two people climb to highest point of Empire State Building
Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026

The two were atop the 1,454 ft (443 m) building for at least ten minutes and displayed a large banner before climbing down.

Halifax brand to be scrapped after 173 years
Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026

Lloyds says it remains committed to the town of Halifax and very little will change for customers.

More than 300 arrests in organised immigration crime crackdown
Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026

The National Police Chiefs' Council says said the five-day operation led to hundreds of arrests and seizures of more than £1m in cash.

Lethal Weapon actor Danny Glover reveals Alzheimer's diagnosis
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

The four-time Emmy winner said his movements, speech and memories have slowed since receiving his diagnosis.

Watch full highlights as England come from behind to beat DR Congo
Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026

Harry Kane scores twice as England come from behind to beat DR Congo in a tense World Cup encounter in Atlanta, and set up a last-16 meeting with Mexico.

England into last 16 - what is their path to the final?
Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026

BBC Sport takes a look at what England will need to do to reach the final after progressing the last 16

Lions sneak through - but who had a nightmare start? Player ratings
Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026

BBC Sport England reporter Alex Howell rates the players after the World Cup comeback win over DR Congo - plus have your say.

Watch: Fans react to tense World Cup game
Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026

England Captain Harry Kane rescued England from a major upset, with two late goals, after DR Congo took an early lead.

Apple butter, sightseeing and puppets: How UK is marking US independence milestone
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

As America turns 250 years old, people across the pond are running events of their own to mark the big breakup.

As Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce prepare to tie the knot, we look back at their relationship
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are expected to celebrate their wedding with a party at New York's Madison Square Garden this weekend.

Diesel sees biggest monthly fall in 26 years. What's happening to fuel prices?
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

When the US-Israel war with Iran began, fuel costs jumped, but they are now plummeting as hope of lasting peace grows.

Banned by Beijing, this comedian is taking his act to Chinese speakers abroad
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

Chizi, one of China’s biggest stand-up comedians, has found a new stage after falling afoul of China's censors.

'Kane to the rescue' and 'defence black hole triples'
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

England Captain Harry Kane's World Cup goals against DR Congo dominate Thursday's front pages.



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