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News from the ABC Australia

Todd Blanche confirmed as US attorney general after divisive hearing
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

The vote follows a tumultuous confirmation fight that exposed concerns — from some Republicans as well as Democrats — about putting Donald Trump's former defence lawyer in charge of a Justice Department that historically prides itself on its independence from the White House.

Live: Japan threatening to ruin Wallabies' new dawn after red card drama
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Les Kiss takes the reins as Wallabies coach for the first time, with Australia facing Japan in Osaka. 

'Really far inland': Concerns over NSW new bird flu cases in native species
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

The New South Wales government has confirmed the state's first cases of H5 avian influenza in Australian native birds.

Gina Rinehart says ABC Ombudsman finding 'fails all Australian women'
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

The mining magnate says the ABC's Editorial Standards need "significant improvement" after a video describing a fictional scenario that involved a violent attack on her was aired on Race Around the World. 

Trump announces $560m critical minerals investment in tiny NSW town
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

The Pentagon is investing more than half a billion dollars to expand an Australian critical mineral project poised to become the world's first scandium mine. 

Rockliff adviser, ex-minister chosen as Liberal Senate replacements
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

A senior adviser to Tasmania's premier has been chosen to replace outgoing Liberal Senator Wendy Askew, while a former state minister will replace Senator Jonno Duniam when he finishes up at the end of the year.

Perth man allegedly damaged 20 cars during 90-minute rampage
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Police charge a 45-year-old who allegedly got out of his car and smashed several stationary vehicles, before leading officers on a wild chase through Perth's northern suburbs.

Live: Eels stun with three tries in six minutes after early Souths onslaught
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Parramatta cross three times early in the second half after South Sydney dominates the first period. Follow live.

Alleged torturers to seek bail as 15yo assessed for electronic monitoring
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Details of the alleged torture of an intellectually disabled teenager can be revealed after the alleged offenders face court in North Queensland.

Why broadcasting row has Tour de France Femmes fans 'pissed off'
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

In the Tour de France Femmes, less than 40 seconds separates the top three riders with only two stages to go. That's just one reason why supporters are questioning why they can't watch the entire race.

Tokyo had 13,000 geisha in 1940. That number has plummeted
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Foreign Correspondent secures rare access to the closed world of geisha, Japan's iconic art form struggling to survive.

'Never seen anything like this': Britain's parks and pastures turn brown
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

London's parks turn brown and British farmers battle to salvage what is left of their produce as a drought grips multiple parts of the country.

Putting Territory beef 'that tastes like beef' onto menus
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

A family-run abattoir in the Northern Territory is celebrating 10 years of business, while another boutique abattoir near Katherine gets ready to supply a new steakhouse.

Iconic WA whitewater course shortened to avoid 'running race'
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Low water levels for the 2026 Avon Descent whitewater race have prompted a 17-kilometre cut to the course to avoid competitors running with their kayaks. 

Dogs to be euthanased after man's death in suspected attack
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Dogs suspected of mauling a man to death at a distinctive large home in south-west Sydney will be euthanased, after also injuring a council worker.

Live: Tigers challenging Crows, injury fears for Port star
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Jason Horne-Francis hobbles off the field in Port's 97-point loss to Sydney, as Adelaide hosts Richmond in Saturday's final game. Follow live.

AFL chair apologises for his part in Cats concussion contract saga
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

AFL Commission chairman Craig Drummond issues a statement apologising for his part in the Jake Kolodjashnij concussion contract saga.

New smart highway technology a fix for renewable energy traffic boom
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

A tiny Hunter town is feeling the impact of the renewable energy boom with a surge in heavy vehicle movements, but there is hope a first-of-its-kind trial on the Golden Highway will improve safety.

Experts concerned Australians may be using unnecessary prenatal supplements
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Health experts are concerned social media influencers are marketing unnecessary supplements to parents that are either ineffective or may cause harm.  Here's what is recommended during pregnancy. 

Eight dead in mass shooting in Thailand. Here's how it unfolded.
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

The Thai Prime Minister has vowed to introduce a new firearms control law after a teenager killed seven people at a high school and a home outside Bangkok.



News from the BBC World Service

Widdecombe police reopen investigation into incident at Farage's home, BBC understands
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Counter-terror police investigating the ex-MP's death say they are looking into an "attempted burglary" last year.

Infantino denies claims Uefa paid off alleged 'lover' when he was general secretary
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Gianni Infantino's alleged lover was given a severance payment over the affair by Uefa while he was its general secretary, according to a Daily Telegraph investigation.

Chasing a ghost: how BBC tracked a fugitive spy chief after months-long hunt
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

How we tracked down "The Spider" who was once one of the most-feared men in Syria.

Spain imposes border controls against Italy as row over Ceuta migrant influx intensifies
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Italy introduced border controls following an influx of about 78,000 migrants from Morocco into the neighbouring Spanish exclave of Ceuta.

Hunter Biden tells BBC his pardon was 'not good' for America or his father's legacy
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

In a wide-ranging BBC interview, the former president's son denied having any interest in running for office and said his father's cancer has spread.

Police officers investigated over handling of sex offender who murdered two women
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Simon Levy was a serial sex offender who was being monitored by police when he killed two women.

Fifth heatwave of the year likely next week as temperatures could hit 35C
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

As temperatures start to rise again over the weekend, many parts of England and Wales will enter into the fifth heatwave of the year, as Simon King explains

I went for a full body MOT and the results came as a shock
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

The private body scan industry is booming, but is it doing more harm than good?

He's been frozen on Everest for 30 years, now 'Green Boots' may finally be coming home
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

For decades, an Indian man's lime shoes have been a grim trail marker for many climbing the world's highest peak.

Digital cameras and wired earphones are back and 'a bit more real'
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

We're surrounded by more advanced tech in 2026, so why are young people going back to basics?

How a former GB Olympian curbed his porn problem - and the signs and steps to recovery
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Experts share the signs to look out for if you are worried about your porn use, and how to seek help.

Strictly dancers Ola and James Jordan separate after 23 years of marriage
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

The professional dancers, who married in 2003, both spent several series on the BBC programme.

Bristol Airport disruption a 'shambles' as flights restart
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Flights are restarting with delays and diversions after 14 hours of cancellations.

Police failings revealed as sex offender left free to murder and attack women
Posted on Friday August 07, 2026

Simon Levy’s second murder victim, Sheryl Wilkins, could have been saved, senior Met officer admits.

Farage and Tice sue NCA over alleged leaks of financial information
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

The Reform leaders claim the National Crime Agency supplied details about party donations to the media.

The papers: 'Sex predator let out to kill' and 'net zero plans rolled back'
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Several papers are leading on a serial sex offender who has been found guilty of murdering two women and raping a third in London.

Child among three killed in Russian missile attacks near Kyiv
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Russia continued its overnight attacks after President Volodymyr Zelensky warned of Ukraine's dwindling supplies of missile interceptors.

Woman attacked by bed bugs during Travelodge stay
Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026

Hannah Stephenson says the red bites have left her feeling self-conscious and embarrassed.

Betty, 97, breaks record for oldest wingwalker
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

She has carried out six charity wing walks over the past decade.

Poo, parking and poor pitching - the Lake District's summer battles
Posted on Sunday August 02, 2026

Protection orders are being used to try and control the issue, but funding is limited, councils say.



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