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News from the ABC Australia In Taiwan you can win lottery just by shopping Most shopping receipts in Taiwan are also tickets for a lottery run every second month by the government to increase tax compliance, and there are some big prizes up for grabs. Sending army to protect Sydney's Jewish community 'not off the table' Sydneysiders can expect to see more police officers carrying long-armed guns in the weeks ahead, with the premier not ruling out sending troops to protect the Jewish community. Police crack down on drink driving, e-devices amid rising road death toll More than 300 people have died on Queensland roads this year, with four additional deaths already recorded over the Christmas period. It has prompted a plea from authorities to ensure it does not get higher. Extreme fire conditions to hit South Australia on Monday Authorities are warning people to be prepared as hot and windy conditions sweep across the state. SA independent MP Nick McBride charged with assault Police say they responded to reports of a domestic assault at a home in South Australia's south-east on Saturday. Australian cruise ship runs aground off PNG The Coral Adventurer has run aground off the coast of Papua New Guinea with more than 120 people aboard, two months after the death of a passenger allegedly left behind on a Great Barrier Reef island. 'Incredibly difficult time': Tim Picton's family speak after alleged assault The family of Tim Picton, a prominent Labor Party identity, thank emergency services after he was left in a critical condition following an alleged assault in the Perth CBD. MCC boss defends curator Matt Page after two-day Ashes Test MCC boss Stuart Fox staunchly defends chief curator Matt Page after a wild Boxing Day Test finishes within two days. 'Grumpy' seal disrupts summer boat race at popular holiday spot A wild seal dubbed "Grumpy" causes some commotion at an annual boat race on the Mornington Peninsula, outside Melbourne. Spanish soccer coach missing after tourist boat sinks in Komodo National Park The Labuan Bajo port authority attributes the sinking to high waves of up to three metres, but rescuers say they are "determined" to find survivors. US holiday travel disrupted as snow blankets New York City At least 1,500 flights were cancelled across the country as some areas received up to 25 centimetres of snow. Four boys left home to play soccer. Why they never returned has divided Ecuador In the weeks before Christmas, four boys under 16 left home to play a game of soccer. Their forced disappearance at the hands of Ecuador's military has been labelled a national "turning point". Why getting more migrants to swim has benefits for all of Australian society Despite wanting to learn how to swim, many from culturally and linguistically diverse communities — particularly adults — face three key barriers to participating. From Wollongong to Hall of Fame: Aussie pace great Brett Lee honoured Renowned for his express pace, former fast bowler Brett Lee is the latest inductee into the Australian Cricket Hall of Fame. 85yo makes final stop after 70 years driving trains Peter Sawtell remembers making friends and enemies, keeping fit behind a diesel engine, and even meeting King Charles III during his "legendary" career. A tale of two artists shaping Queensland's bush art scene Marion Moore is 101. Zarabella Bambling is 23. Despite their differences, both women have just celebrated the same major achievement as bush artists. Rockingham grapples with new-found growth as AUKUS plans accelerate Rockingham in Perth's south is fast becoming a crucial part of the AUKUS nuclear submarine deal, with promises of a big boost in jobs and infrastructure — but it's also leaving residents afraid for their lives and lifestyle. Man charged for allegedly displaying hate symbol tattoos at NSW beach A man has been charged for allegedly displaying what police have called "hate symbol" tattoos at a beach in Newcastle. Police investigate woman's death in Port Macquarie A crime scene has been established after a woman died from unexplained injuries in New South Wales. Spark plugs and an old lawnmower engine are helping dementia patients Creating meaningful, sensory activities for people living with dementia can be challenging, particularly when many traditional options feel more suited to children than adults with a lifetime of lived experience behind them. News from the BBC World Service Attack on Kyiv shows 'Russia doesn't want peace', Zelensky says The 10-hour missile and drone barrage directed at Ukraine's capital killed two people and left 32 injured, local authorities say. UK restricts DR Congo visas over migrant return policy The Home Office says Kinshasa has failed to agree to measures allowing the return of illegal immigrants and foreign national offenders. Starmer criticised for welcoming freed Egyptian activist to UK Alaa Abdel Fattah flew to the UK on Friday after a travel ban imposed by Cairo was lifted. Film lookahead: 20 highlights to watch out for in 2026 We look ahead to 20 notable films to watch for in 2026, from Oscar hopefuls to potential blockbusters. War-torn Myanmar voting in widely criticised 'sham' election Observers say the vote, accompanied by a renewed crackdown on dissent, is meant to entrench the junta's power. BBC visits Myanmar polling station as civil war rages on Voters in Myanmar's election say the poll is taking place in a "climate of fear", the BBC's South East Asia Correspondent Jonathan Head reports. Quiz of the Year 2025, Part 4: Who was the mysterious Fedora man pictured outside the Louvre? Test your memory of 2025 in the final part of our quiz. What happened from October to December? Style trends to look out for in 2026: Bold colours, tassels and loud luxury These are some of the biggest trends you can expect to see hitting stores in the new year. Rich and voiceless: How Putin has kept Russia's billionaires on side in the war Western sanctions have failed to turn the uber-rich into opponents, and Putin's policies have turned them into silent backers. Finding out I've got ADHD has saved my life The actor says starting ADHD medication has allowed him to put on a one-man show about his life. Dark energy just got even weirder and why the Universe may end in a 'Big Crunch' A mysterious force called Dark Energy might be changing, in a way that challenges our current understanding of the nature of time and space. How frogs went from right-wing meme to anti-ICE protest symbol The frog has become a frequent symbol at protests against the Trump administration. Kennedy Center seeks $1m from musician who cancelled after Trump name added to venue Drummer Chuck Redd reportedly called off his Christmas Eve performance after a vote by the board to rename the site. The Papers: 'War and peace in Ukraine' and 'Ramsay and Peaty take the plunge' Olympic swimmer Adam Peaty and Holly Ramsay's wedding dominate Sunday's papers. Gordon Ramsay's daughter Holly weds Olympian Adam Peaty The celebrity chef says he "couldn't be a prouder dad" as his 25-year-old daughter ties the knot at Bath Abbey. Family cremates wrong body after hospital mistake The Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow has apologised and launched an investigation. Treasury to cover Bayeux Tapestry for estimated £800m The huge embroidery will be covered under the government's indemnity scheme when it travels to the UK. Snow-capped Mount Etna erupts as skiers use its slopes Volcanic activity at the mountain intensified on 27 December, according to Italian scientists. Godfather of Ethiopian jazz plays his last live concert Mulatu Astatke has been blending jazz influences from home and abroad for the past six decades. Diogo Jota's children lead tributes before Liverpool v Wolves Liverpool and Wolves pay tribute to Diogo Jota as his two former sides meet for the first time since his death. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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