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News from the ABC Australia

Last blood moon for almost three years stuns stargazers
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Australians looking to the sky on Tuesday night saw the Moon turn a reddish-orange hue, in the last total lunar eclipse until 2029.

Kyle and Jackie O remained steadfast through scandals but the writing was on the wall
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Jackie "O" Henderson has given notice saying she can no longer work with Kyle Sandilands, bringing an end to the Kyle and Jackie O Show.

Australian dollar, global stock markets dive as Middle East war intensifies
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

It follows a surge in the price of oil as Europe woke up to news the Strait of Hormuz had been closed to shipping. 

Key moments from the Clintons' Epstein testimonies
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

More than nine hours of footage of Bill and Hillary Clinton's depositions on their alleged ties to Jeffrey Epstein have been released. Here are the key takeaways.

Illegal foreign vessel, fishers seized by ABF in Cape York river, eyewitnesses say
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

An illegal foreign fishing vessel and nine men aboard have been intercepted by Australian Border Force off the far northern coast of Queensland, according to eyewitness reports.

Australian family stuck in Doha say it is far too unsafe to fly
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Marty and his family were on their way to Rome for a European vacation when they were evacuated off a Qatar Airways plane as missiles flew above.

Restaurant fined $40k after children served citronella instead of cranberry juice
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

The former owner of a Perth restaurant is fined after a pair of sisters were served insect repellent instead of the juice they had ordered.

DV prevention groups reject NT plan to increase mandatory sentencing
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

The Northern Territory government's plan to increase the mandatory minimum sentence for domestic violence murder has been panned by the prevention sector, as the NT attorney-general appears to backtrack on earlier remarks.

Former doctor 'banned indefinitely' over 'sexually motivated' examinations
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

A Queensland former doctor has been indefinitely disqualified from reapplying for registration after a tribunal found he excessively performed pap smears, breast checks and vaginal examinations on female patients.

Zip-line supervisor could not recall doing checks before father's fatal fall
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

The supervisor who was belaying Dean and Shannon Sanderson as they zip-lined between two platforms, recounted the moment he felt the rope go slack and saw the couple drop to the ground.

Tobacconist targeted by arsonists four times destroyed by molotov cocktails
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Police are calling on the public for more information after the fourth arson attempt destroyed the tobacconist and other neighbouring businesses in Mackay, Queensland.

Head rejects claim 'fully committed' Australia didn't care about T20 World Cup
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Travis Head hits back at the public narrative that has followed Australia's surprise early exit from the T20 World Cup.

Man acquitted of 2009 murder later confessed twice, court hears
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

The man is only the second person previously acquitted to be charged with murder under the state's double jeopardy laws, after he allegedly confessed to police twice.

Queensland massage therapist charged with sexually assaulting four clients
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

A 58-year-old massage therapist has been charged with sexually assaulting four clients over three years on the Sunshine Coast.

Unauthorised direct debits create chaos for Perth business
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

A Perth business owner who has had $60,000 taken from his bank accounts via direct debits he did not approve says he has no option but to close accounts after his bank told him there was nothing more it could do.

Hit radio show taken off air as Jackie O quits over Sandilands tirade
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

In an ASX announcement, ARN Media said Henderson "has given notice she cannot continue to work with Mr Sandilands".

Huni set for first fight since trainer's death, named on Fury card
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Justis Huni will make his long-awaited return to the boxing ring in London as a part of Tyson Fury's fight card.

After years in the wilderness, North Korea lays down a marker in Parramatta
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Absent from the tournament for 16 years, women's football powerhouse North Korea opens its Asian Cup campaign with victory over Uzbekistan.

The narrow strait of water putting oil prices and freight costs on the brink
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Iran's threats to attack vessels in one of the most important shipping passages will strain global supply of oil and gas, experts say — and Australia will not be immune from the fallout.

Teen who threatened to 'assassinate' PM and Chris Minns says he did not mean it
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

A 19-year-old WA man admits threatening to kill the PM and NSW premier in a direct message to Chris Minns on Instagram.



News from the BBC World Service

UK considers sending Royal Navy warship to Cyprus
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Defence sources say a final decision has not yet been made, but it is understood HMS Duncan is being prepared.

Gas and oil prices soar and shares tumble on fears conflict could escalate
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Iranian official threatens to "set fire" to any ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz.

We need more updates, say British nationals stuck in Middle East
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Air travel in the Middle East has been severely disrupted since Saturday, with thousands of flights cancelled.

Why Europe's leaders have struggled to speak as one on Iran
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

European nations say they want to work better together but are finding it hard to do so

What Spring Statement forecasts could mean for your money
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Among the data and projections are key figures that shine a light on prospects for your finances.

Rapper Ghetts jailed for 12 years for killing student in hit-and-run
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

The grime artist failed to stop after his BMW hit Nepali student Yubin Tamang, 20, in Ilford.

Bafta host Alan Cumming apologises after 'trauma-triggering' show
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

A Tourette's campaigner involuntarily shouted a racial slur while two black actors were on stage.

'I make between £800 and £2,000 a month on zero-hours contracts. There's no consistency'
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

People in their 20s and 30s tell the BBC how they feel about their finances as the chancellor delivers her Spring Statement.

Elton John's family photo hung in National Portrait Gallery
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

The portrait shows Sir Elton with husband David Furnish and their teenage sons Zachary and Elijah.

A Brummie world premiere bursting with pride - by order of the Peaky Blinders
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

The world premiere of Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man took place in Birmingham to wild acclaim.

Key points from the Spring Statement - at a glance
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Chancellor Rachel Reeves updates MPs on her plans for the economy, as the latest forecasts are unveiled.

The unsung body doubles of Wuthering Heights
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

How a cast of secret stars helped to bring Emerald Fennel's hit literary adaptation to life.

Spin-off game starring a 'weirdo' Pokémon has reviewers raving
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Pokopia, a game mixing Animal Crossing and Minecraft, has been a surprise hit with critics.

I take marathon training seriously - but Ramadan is more important
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

A marathon training block is tough enough. Fasting while preparing to take on the world's best at the London Marathon is harder still.

Zelensky fears Trump's Iran war could hurt Ukraine
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Ukraine fears what soaring oil prices and a shortage in air defences could mean for them.

Why did US and Israel attack Iran and how long could the war last?
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Iran has carried out strikes against Israel, across the Gulf and against a British base in Cyprus in retaliation.

Jeremy Bowen: Three days in, we still have no idea where this war is heading
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

It's hard to predict how the war will end - but those fighting know how they would like it to.

In maps: Strikes across Iran and the Middle East
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Israel has launched an invasion into Lebanon, while the US embassy in Riyadh was hit by a pair of drones overnight.

Trump voters back him on Iran - but that could change if war drags on
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

His supporters in one Texas town hail his actions in the Middle East - though some comments suggest seeds of trouble.

Sarah Everard added to beauty of world, her mother says
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Susan Everard pays tribute to her daughter Sarah Everard on the fifth anniversary of her murder.



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