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News from the ABC Australia Newcastle's joy tempered by heartache on NRL grand final day after car crash Newcastle has a heavy heart on NRL grand final day, its excitement tempered by concern for those affected after a car hit a crowd of Knights fans farewelling the team yesterday morning. The lucrative illegal trade smuggling Australia's reptiles overseas Australian reptiles are being targeted by organised crime gangs, with authorities warning that international students can get caught in the middle. The key features Australian homes may have in the future Researchers at Monash University release a report exploring what Australians want from our homes in the future. When a bushfire comes, what happens if the phones go dead? The Black Summer bushfires cut people off from warnings, rescue and each other when mobile phones failed. How can we stay safe when telecommunications goes dark? Electrification offers an off-ramp from fossil fuels, but there is a hook The Iran war is turbocharging global electrification. But experts say the global grid needs to roughly double in size, as infrastructure bottlenecks prevent a clean energy revolution. Steve Reich's infinite loops influenced David Bowie and Radiohead Minimalist music helped shape everything from Brian Eno's ambient music and electronic sound to Hans Zimmer film scores and Radiohead's atmospheric rock. Is it safe to charge your phone overnight? We have previously been told not to leave our phones charging overnight because it ruins the battery life. Is this still the case? Wordage quiz: Rank 'cool', 'bogus' and 'meh' by how old they are We hope you think this quiz is cool, or maybe even rad. We hope you don't find it meh, and certainly not bogus. I sat down the wife of Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Here's what I learnt Meet Olena Zelenska — the woman behind the man fighting the war against Russia. Teen charged for alleged crashing into crowd of Newcastle Knights supporters The teenaged driver of the car that allegedly ploughed into a crowd a crowd of Newcastle Knights supporters has been charged. Verstappen claims pole at Grand Prix in Malaysia Max Verstappen delivered a sublime lap in his Red Bull to qualify fastest for Sunday's Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia. De Minaur fights into quarterfinals in China It wasn't easy, but Australian Alex de Minaur has booked his spot in the quarterfinals of the China Open with a gutsy win over France's Quentin Halys. Crash axe used in flydubai attack on pilot The co-pilot who allegedly attempted to down a flydubai plane had been barred from flying in his home country of Oman. Initial investigations have uncovered the use of a crash axe, a tool typically used in emergencies, in the mid-flight attack. Sharks could linger off Perth coast despite whale carcass removal Some of Perth's most seasoned swimmers are taking a break from the ocean amid ongoing shark sightings, after a whale carcass washed up on Monday. David Fifita leads Australia in wild mismatch against PNG Australia and captain David Fifita have routed Papua New Guinea in the annual Prime Minister's XIII game in Port Moresby, while winger Jada Taylor has put her hand up for a World Cup berth after the women's team handed PNG a record loss. Tornado rips through NSW south coast, causing damage around Ulladulla The Bureau of Meteorology confirms a tornado moved through the area, describing the event as "very unusual", while the SES is responding to dozens of calls across the state. One Nation promises law-and-order boost in Victorian campaign launch The party pledges to boost police numbers and increase penalties for young offenders, saying it would fund the changes by scrapping the Suburban Rail Loop and Victoria's Treaty. Olympic star takes on challengers at pool's grand reopening A much-loved old pool has finally reopened after it was feared it might stay shut forever — and the occasion was not a moment too soon for those enjoying school holidays. Saints hit rock bottom, Essendon, Suns, Port claim AFLW victories St Kilda were 90 seconds from failing to score in their AFLW clash against the Western Bulldogs, as Essendon's first win of the year leaves the Saints as the only winless team in the league. FOMO and 4am wake-up call get Pallister in the ocean Lani Pallister won four gold medals and booked her spot at the world short course championships in Sydney this week, but that didn't stop her from flying to Queensland to win the Bluff to Bar ocean race. News from the BBC World Service Flydubai co-pilot attacked captain with axe, UAE official says The man accused of trying to take over the Israel-bound jet is named as Hamam al-Hammami by several media outlets. UK-Iranian dual national arrested over RAF Fairford released on bail The 25-year-old man was arrested in the London borough of Westminster on Thursday. Tennessee prison chief to resign after Christa Pike's failed execution Pike's lawyers said the failure "goes far beyond any one person". Pike is in critical condition after surviving two lethal injections. Kemi Badenoch has cemented her image. Now she wants to put her party back on the big stage The Conservative leader is expected to set out a return to core conservative principles at the party’s annual conference. 'Anger in the streets': Tens of thousands protest in Spain over housing crisis More than 50 protests are taking place on Saturday after the government failed to get emergency legislation through parliament. Man shot dead as families gather for memorial in London The 40-year-old died at the scene in west London from a gunshot wound, the Met Police said. Spoiler alert! Is social media ruining big gig surprises? Big moments from headline acts are shared online long before many fans see their favourite artists. EV drivers love their cars, but some passengers feel sick - this could be why Motion sickness is caused by a mismatch in sensory cues and women and children are more susceptible, experts say. Traitors claim their first victim as Richard E Grant tries to save his skin There was a murder and a recruitment in the latest episode, and that was just in the opening minutes. Why thousands of couples are choosing Scotland to say 'I do' A quarter of all marriages in Scotland involve couples who don't live here but see it as the ultimate wedding destination. Sinfield completes fundraising challenge of seven ultramarathons in a week Sir Kevin Sinfield crosses the finish line at Old Trafford after seven ultramarathons in seven days. Homemade bomb part of alleged plot on Manchester's Jewish community, court told Two men were arrested on the eve of Yom Kippur, considered the holiest day in the Jewish calendar. Russia hits second major bridge in Ukraine's capital Kyiv The strike on the Pivnichnyi (Northern) Bridge comes after repeat attacks on another major bridge in Ukraine's capital. Fury wants 'old pal' President Trump for Joshua ring walk Former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury plans to ask US president Donald Trump to lead his ring walk before fighting Anthony Joshua. Why has Brazil accused the US of election interference? The Latin American country will vote for its next president, as Lula da Silva and Bolsonaro clash over sovereignty, security and ties with Washington. Alison Hammond returns home from hospital after rushing off This Morning The This Morning presenter said she believes she experienced a panic attack on Friday's show. Will Spain's housing crisis lead to a snap election? The BBC's Guy Hedgecoe is in Madrid, where a series of marches have been scheduled, after Spain's Congress rejected measures aimed at tackling the country's housing crisis. You need £17,000 for a first home - here's how to save it Here are four ways you can put money aside to save enough for a deposit on your first home. New life for dog rescued from house with 83 others Katy is one of the springer spaniels who has now been rehomed after RSPCA investigation. Friends embark on 20-year board game battle James Purcell and Andy Taeger are confident their friendship will survive the test. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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