News from the ABC Australia
T-Birds cap off near-flawless season with record number of wins Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026
This year's record-breaking Adelaide Thunderbirds are shifting their focus to the Super Netball finals, with a third premiership in four years on offer.
Cops disguise themselves as World Cup mascots in bizarre drug bust arrest Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
Police in Peru dress up as World Cup mascots to arrest a suspected drug dealer who was caught up in football fever.
Qld couple who made $40 million MND donation are 'not trying to be philanthropists' Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
Quentin and Kylie Birt say they were inspired to donate at the Big Freeze event after reading Neale Daniher's book.Â
Pint-sized superheroes find love for art via creative gallery program Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
This group of pint-sized superheroes is taking part in an early childhood education tour run by the Art Gallery of NSW, which teaches young minds about shapes, colour and form.
Ice hockey drawing larger crowds with the help of shows like Heated Rivalry Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
It started with just three teams, but Australia's ice hockey players say the sport's speed and energy are drawing bigger crowds
The multi-million-dollar tourist hotspot where locals can't afford to live Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
A tourist hotspot with skyrocketing rents, low rental vacancies and a dearth of public housing, has found a way to help find homes for those who can't afford to live in their own region.
Nine-year-old Australian girl fatally shot by police in Pakistan Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
A nine-year-old Australian girl has been fatally shot by police in Pakistan after officers mistook her family's car for that of suspected criminals.
'We need to review': Piastri drops down in qualifying despite fast start Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
Oscar Piastri will start seventh in the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix despite a fast start in qualifying that had him on track for pole.
Street signs link coastal town and luxury ocean liners dating back to 1800s Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
Orient Point, where the streets are named after ships beginning with "O", shows how national pride in 19th and early 20th-century boatbuilding featured in colonial town planning.
Tinariwen deliver songs of hope from a homeland in crisis Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
Legendary African band Tinariwen say there’s very little hope for their country. It just makes their dedication to music more important.Â
Australia claims statement win over South Africa in T20 World Cup opener Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
Australia puts its rivals on notice with a dominant victory over South Africa to kick-off the women's T20 World Cup.
Early childhood educators burnt out, stretched and 'paid peanuts' Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
Early childhood operators say increased load on educators is taking a "huge toll" on their mental health and safety.
Why young people say the social media ban is not working six months on Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
Research suggests many under-16s are still active on social media platforms. BTN High explores why and tests the accuracy of popular technology used to estimate age.
Why older Australians with MND are considering early euthanasia Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
The death of AFL legend Neale Daniher has shone a light on the grim choices faced by older Australians fighting motor neurone disease.Â
Here's what you need to know about the KPMG scandal Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
Accounting firm KPMG is engulfed in a scandal that has seen several senior leaders quit and ASIC launch an investigation into the firm's business dealings.
'Who will be accountable for this?': Families grieve sailors killed in Strait of Hormuz Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
Families of Indian sailors who died in a US military attack in the Strait of Hormuz want to know who is accountable for attacks on commercial vessels.
When and how to watch the Socceroos first World Cup match today Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
The Socceroos will face Türkiye in their first Group D match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Here's everything you need to know.
From wine to water, Adelaide Hills charity brings hope to kids in Kenya Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
From the Adelaide Hills to refugee camps in Kenya, how one young Aussie has made it his mission to help.
These women are harvesting our food. Why are they giving birth in secret? Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
For the Pacific Islander women who harvest the fruit and vegetables that stock Australia’s supermarket shelves, motherhood here can mean injury, debt, secrecy and fear. Â
What to know if you're jumping on the Socceroos bandwagon Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
The world's biggest sporting event is back on our screens, and Australia is just hours away from taking the pitch. Here's a quick guide to get you across the basics.Â
News from the BBC World Service
Trump says US-Iran deal to be signed on Sunday as Tehran casts doubt on timing Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 The US president's comments come as Iran says an exact date has not been decided, but it "will not be tomorrow". Resident doctors cancel strike after new offer from government Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 The walkout had been due to start at 07:00 BST on Monday and last until Friday. Molly Russell's dad says PM rushing social media restrictions 'deplorable' Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 Father of a teenager who took her own life after viewing harmful content says plans appear to have been brought forward for a "political reason". The nuclear challenge at the heart of Trump's Iran negotiations Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 US officials say the deal will lead to the destruction of Iran's enriched uranium, but details are still to be worked out. Ticketmaster says Knicks fans won't be locked out of game after last-minute panic Posted on Sunday June 14, 2026 An note on the Ticketmaster website for buying tickets to the game caused confusion and backlash among New Yorkers. Royal Family watch Red Arrows flypast on Buckingham Palace balcony Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 The annual event marks the King's official birthday and features more than 1,400 members of the armed forces. Boston becomes 'mini-Scotland' before World Cup opener Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 Scotland will play Haiti in their first World Cup match in 28 years at the Boston Stadium. The trauma and hope behind Haiti's rare World Cup appearance Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 Haiti's first appearance at a men's World Cup for 52 years is as much about hope as it is goals for the conflict-torn nation. New rules abound - was VAR diving decision wrong despite feeling right? Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 Some new rules and tweaks to a few old ones have been introduced for the 2026 World Cup. But are the changes leading to confusion? Iran win four staff visa appeals but 11 banned Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 Four members of Iran's World Cup delegation win appeals against having their visa applications rejected but 11 staff remain banned from travelling to the United States. Why football is called 'soccer' in the US and Canada Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 Football is life for millions of fans around the world, but in two World Cup co-host nations, they tend to call it by a different name. Staying up to watch the match? Here's how to survive an all-nighter Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 Forget blocks and tackles, this is the tactical plan you need for the football. Are the Downing Street dominoes about to fall? Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 John Healey's resignation as defence secretary is a disaster for the prime minister, writes Laura Kuenssberg. Elon Musk's stratospheric rise to trillionaire status - in charts Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 The BBC breaks down how the tech mogul's fortune has grown. Ed Sheeran found this record in a second-hand store - now it's finally getting attention Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 Allan Taylor is receiving overdue recognition after Ed Sheeran found his 1978 LP in a second-hand shop. David Hockney depicted a 'peaceful, gay paradise' when homosexuality was a crime Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 The painter broke social taboos by celebrating same-sex relationships in his art. In pictures: Trooping the Colour marks King's official birthday Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 The King and Queen were cheered on as they rode along The Mall towards Horseguard's Parade. Ruthless Raducanu powers into Queen's final Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 An inspired Emma Raducanu wins twice in a day to reach the Queen's final but fellow Briton Katie Boulter loses her semi-final. Thousands gather for anti-racism rally in Belfast after disorder Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 Protesters gathered at Belfast City Hall for a demonstration against racism, after the past week of violence and disorder. Married at First Sight Australia stars not told partners had drug and violence convictions Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 Stars of the hit TV show say they did not know their on-screen husbands had previous convictions.
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