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Antarctica faces 'devastating changes' under high emissions future Posted on Friday February 20, 2026
Scientists say parts of Antarctica face "devastating" and "irreversible" impacts from climate change unless urgent action is taken to limit greenhouse gas emissions.
Police search for prisoner after inmate freed from jail by mistake Posted on Friday February 20, 2026
A search is underway for a 52-year-old prisoner who was mistakenly released from the Darwin Correctional Centre two days ago due to an "administration error" by prison staff.Â
Thrill-chasing Kyra Wheatley ready for the chaos and speed of ski cross Posted on Friday February 20, 2026
The speed and chaos of ski cross is what attracted Kyra Wheatley to the sport, and to realise a dream 12 years in the making of competing at the Winter Olympics.
Coroner identifies missed opportunities in teen’s allergic reaction death Posted on Friday February 20, 2026
A Victorian coroner hands down her findings into the death of a teenager who suffered a severe allergic reaction to a delivery meal — but it's unclear if more urgent treatment would have saved his life.
Mercedes F1 boss calls out 'total bulls**t' as engine saga goes to vote Posted on Friday February 20, 2026
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has accused rival Formula 1 manufacturers of ganging up against his team to put pressure on the governing FIA to change the engine rules, but says it will make no difference.
'Life-long tragedy': Parents of babies in fatal hospital gas bungle address court Posted on Friday February 20, 2026
The parents of two babies given nitrous oxide in a fatal gas mix-up at a Sydney hospital almost a decade ago express their pain and trauma at the sentencing hearing for the man responsible.
WA Police officer facing computer crime, surveillance charges Posted on Friday February 20, 2026
Geraldton Senior Constable Stuart Parsonage has been charged with the illegal installation of a surveillance device and unlawful use of a computer by WA sex crime detectives.
What to watch, read and listen to this weekend Posted on Friday February 20, 2026
From a cursed vagina to a classic retold, there's plenty of culture to dig into this weekend.
'Anti-social', parking complaints not enough to stop Launceston social housing project Posted on Friday February 20, 2026
Almost 50 new social and affordable homes will be built in Tasmania's north following a green light from council, despite some concern about parking and "anti-social behaviour".
Menacing letters sent to politicians bear hallmarks of Sydney mosque threats Posted on Friday February 20, 2026
The ABC can reveal two of the threatening, hate-filled letters sent to Lakemba Mosque this month bear close resemblance to similar racist letters sent to multiple politicians since 2022.
Eileen Gu's 'sweet' jab at JD Vance after citizenship row Posted on Friday February 20, 2026
Eileen Gu says she is flattered that JD Vance thinks she should be competing for the US, but feels his comments are driven by an anti-China bias from Washington.Â
'Consent of a child is not a defence': Ex-MP's sexual assault trial begins Posted on Friday February 20, 2026
The complainant in the sexual assault trial of former Liberal MP Rory Amon has told a court of the alleged incidents that took place when he was 13.
Man accused of stabbing coworker makes first court appearance Posted on Friday February 20, 2026
Cameron William Leslie Clark is accused of repeatedly stabbing a 20-year-old female employee of the Easts Leagues Club in Coorparoo last Thursday night.Â
The Orwellian twist in Trump's first Board of Peace meeting Posted on Friday February 20, 2026
Unless the Board of Peace begins to focus and genuinely tries to make the world a better place, this may well prove to be yet another monument to Donald Trump.
WA cat owners facing new council laws forcing them to keep pets at home Posted on Friday February 20, 2026
The WA government announces plans to give local councils the power to require cats to be contained to owners' properties, to protect native birds and other wildlife.
Eric Dane, star of Grey's Anatomy and Euphoria, dies aged 53 Posted on Friday February 20, 2026
The star was best known for his role as Dr Mark Sloan in long-running medical drama Grey's Anatomy, and as the patriarch of the Jacobs family in teen hit Euphoria.
The key moments that led to former prince Andrew’s arrest Posted on Friday February 20, 2026
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has for years faced allegations over his contact with Jeffrey Epstein. These key moments led to his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office.Â
Algal bloom report lashed as 'vanilla' by scientist turned political candidate Posted on Friday February 20, 2026
Fishing licence buybacks and long-term restocking plans are some of the recommendations in the latest report into South Australia's harmful algal bloom, which has been labelled as "vanilla" by one scientist turned political candidate.
Bikie guilty of hiring sniper to gun down rival at Perth motorplex Posted on Friday February 20, 2026
Bikie David Pye is convicted of murder after he paid a trained sniper to assassinate his former friend and ex-Rebels boss Nick Martin in front of horrified onlookers at a drag racing event.
University secures 'conditional approval' after research accreditation issue, internal emails reveal Posted on Friday February 20, 2026
The newly merged Adelaide University has experienced an accreditation and compliance issue for human research projects, only receiving "conditional" accreditation as opposed to full approval from a federal body late last week with further documentation still required.
News from the BBC World Service
Andrew released under investigation after arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026 The former prince was pictured leaving a police station on Thursday evening, as police say searches in Norfolk have ended. Epstein files could be just tip of the iceberg for Andrew investigation Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026 It is likely we have only seen the tip of the iceberg compared to what the police have seen. How much could Andrew's arrest hurt the Royal Family? Posted on Friday February 20, 2026 Following Andrew's arrest, the King said the authorities have 'our full and wholehearted support and cooperation'. Grey's Anatomy star Eric Dane dies at 53 after ALS diagnosis Posted on Friday February 20, 2026 The actor, who also starred in HBO's Euphoria, battled the most common form of motor neurone disease. Austrian climber found guilty after girlfriend froze to death on mountain Posted on Friday February 20, 2026 The woman died of hypothermia during a climbing trip on the Grossglockner mountain in January 2025. He told police his XL bullies were friendly – days later his mother-in-law was mauled to death Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026 Ashley Warren is the first person in England and Wales to be prosecuted under XL bully laws. Single nasal spray vaccine could protect against all colds and flus, researchers say Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026 A Stanford University team have tested their nasal spray vaccine in animals but still need to do human clinical trials. Arrest after two teens found dead at holiday park Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026 A 33-year-old man has been arrested following the discovery at Little Eden Holiday Park. Deer culling to be made easier under new government plans as numbers surge Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026 The government unveils a long awaited 10-year deer management plan that will identify priority culling areas. Epstein eyed record label investment to access women, files suggest Posted on Friday February 20, 2026 His associate said the music industry was "related to P", a way Epstein apparently often referred to women. Break from wintry weather as UK temperatures to climb as high as 14C Posted on Friday February 20, 2026 There's a major change in the UK's weather pattern heading our way with a big lift in temperatures in time for the weekend. But with the change comes more rain as Darren Bett explains. Hamas holds vote to choose new interim leader, source tells BBC Posted on Friday February 20, 2026 The armed group is electing a new head after its top leaders were killed by Israel. Shell-shocked, haunted photo of Andrew will be part of how arrest is remembered Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026 Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is the first senior royal to be arrested in modern history. Watch: The day Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026 The former prince spent the day at a police station in Norfolk, before being released under investigation. What happens next after Andrew's arrest? Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026 What we know about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office. 'Who's next?' - American lawmakers call for 'justice' in the US after Andrew arrest Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026 US lawmakers urge their government to follow the UK's suit and push harder on those who were close to Jeffrey Epstein. More than 90 deaths this season: Are we seeing more avalanches? Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026 Recent deadly incidents in California and Europe are putting avalanches - and how to avoid them - in the spotlight. The Papers: 'Arrest of Andrew' and 'Law must take its course' Posted on Friday February 20, 2026 The image of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor after his release from police custody following his arrest dominated today's paper. The Grammy winner bringing traditional country to new audiences Posted on Friday February 20, 2026 Zach Top discusses winning the first ever Grammy Award for best traditional country album. The Russian village that lost its men to war Posted on Friday February 20, 2026 In the remote village of Sedanka in Russia's Far East, almost all of its fighting-age men have left to join the Ukraine war.
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