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News from the ABC Australia

Putin kills many enemies, one convicted of espionage has a different story
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

Russia's FSB snatched US journalist Evan Gershkovich in a Yekaterinburg restaurant. What followed was life in a Russian jail cell and being part of a prisoner swap for an assassin.

Marsh dodges Sandpapergate questions in testy press conference exchange
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

Mitch Marsh brings out the straight bat when peppered with questions regarding the 2018 South Africa tour.

Surgeon among six killed in Israeli air strike on Gaza hospital
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

An Israeli air strike on Nasser Hospital has killed at least six people and injured 20, Palestinian health authorities say.

FA scrambles for Jordan alternative with Socceroos reluctant to travel
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

Socceroos players remain hesitant to travel to Jordan due to security concerns and Football Australia is searching for answers.

Kiwi duo Ponga and Waaka claim Golden Boot awards after stunning seasons
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

New Zealand takes home both the men's and women's Golden Boot awards after two stunning individual seasons.

Data centre industry butts up against community challenges
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

The peak body for the data centre industry says community consultation remains a sticking point, as Quantum DC halts its Tungkillo project.

Ex-wife of police prosecutor tells court of assault just after C-section
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

The ex-wife of a police prosecutor delivered a powerful victim impact statement to the court after he was found guilty of a string of domestic violence offences. 

With Jensen Huang under pressure, Nvidia finds itself with no succession plan
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

Holding the position of co-founder, president and chief executive, Jensen Huang has about 60 executives reporting directly to him and has said himself he does not believe in succession planning.

Coalmine reopens despite previous owners saying royalties made it unprofitable
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

A new Queensland company has purchased its fourth Bowen Basin coal mine, employing 275 workers to reopen a coalmine.

Victorian Big Build inquiry rebukes agency on redactions
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

Heavily redacted documents from the Big Build authority have prompted harsh words from the Royal Commission into alleged corruption on major public projects.

Pool's defibrillator not working when nine-year-old boy drowned
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

A coronial inquest into the drowning of a nine-year-old boy has been adjourned after new evidence, including the recording of Triple Zero calls, came to light in court.

What went wrong for Indonesia's VP Gibran Rakabuming Raka?
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

Indonesia's vice-president has resigned amid mounting calls for his impeachment. Here's what we know about why he resigned and who could be in the running for the position.

NSW teacher banned from schools but avoids jail over intimate images
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

Teacher Brody Luke Anderson is banned from working in any NSW public school after taking photos of a naked sleeping man.

A coffee cart and the Finnish embassy gain more traction than Albanese
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese packed in the announcements this week before heading overseas for summits once again. But criticism, rumours and a viral Instagram post made it hard to get cut-through.

Hunt is on for heir to strange block of land
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

Could you be the long-lost owner of a 16m by 60cm strip of land in south-east Queensland, whose last known owner was August Thorsborne, a 19th-century businessman who died more than 100 years ago? The Department of Transport and Main Roads needs to know.

Police investigating sudden death of man in Kuranda
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

Officers attended the Kuranda address just before 10:30am this morning where they found the man deceased.

Lamarre-Condon told Baird he 'won't exist' after break-up, trial hears
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

Beau Lamarre-Condon sent a message to alleged murder victim Jesse Baird telling him he would not exist after their break-up, a court hears.

Absence of high school diploma brings down Indonesia's vice-president
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

Gibran Rakabuming Raka's resignation could spell the end of a political alliance between the president and his predecessor, Joko Widodo.

Lawyer argues drug trafficker's driver should be spared more jail time
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

Irish national Stephen Roche has pleaded guilty to one count of attempting to pervert the course of justice for trying to sneak a fugitive drug trafficker out of Australia.

Ancient stories in the stars revealed at Indigenous-owned observatory
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

A new observatory has opened in a remote Indigenous community in South Australia's far west. Proponents say it will boost tourism and cultural storytelling.



News from the BBC World Service

Some under-25s should get fewer benefits, Milburn review to say
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

The proposed radical overhaul of the welfare system would move under-25s off the main sickness benefits.

'No light, no water, no heat': Ukrainians struggle with blackouts as Russia hits power grid
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

For parents in parts of Ukraine, trying to lead a normal family life with just a few hours of power each day is taking its toll.

Israeli strike on Gaza hospital kills six Palestinians, health ministry says
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

Witnesses say a missile hit a building containing the surgical wards and intensive care units at Nasser hospital, the largest in southern Gaza.

Hegseth and advisers reprimanded by guard at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Posted on Wednesday November 11, 2026

Following a ceremony marking Veterans Day, a group that included Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth was shouted at to be quiet.

Are max strength cold and flu pills worth the money?
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

Some cold and flu remedies cost 20 times as much as a basic pack of paracetamol or ibuprofen.

Democrat Scott Colom makes history as Mississippi elects first black senator for 150 years
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

In a state Trump won two years ago by 22 points, Colom's victory extends a string of Democratic wins in the Senate.

Media industry could be forced to improve safeguards after Walliams allegations
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy could force participation in an industry watchdog to protect whistleblowers, the BBC understands.

Watch: 'Life-changing moment' boy turns on Tourette syndrome device to help stop tics
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

The wrist device, which has been developed by researchers in Nottingham, has been described as "life-changing".

Cold health alerts begin as surge of Arctic air sees temperatures plummet
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

Colder than average conditions are spreading across the UK with overnight temperatures set to drop to -7C but the chilly snap may not last too long.

Was Delhi pollution data during Diwali misleading?
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

BBC Verify analysis indicates missing data led official Diwali pollution figures to be lower than they should be.

'You're triggering me': How to understand your therapy-speak teen
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

Words most often heard in the therapist's chair have made their way into day-to-day conversation - here's a parents' guide to understanding it.

Burnham's push for closer EU ties causes ripples in his party and others
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

Ahead of a week which will focus minds on the UK's relationship with the bloc, the prime minister's stance on Europe is causing MPs to think about their leaders' individual strategy.

How much art do councils in England own and are pieces locked away or on display?
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

More than 500,000 pieces of art are owned by 225 councils, the BBC finds, but most of it is storage.

The Papers: 'TV industry must tackle abuse' and Cameron tells PM 'Don't rejoin the EU'
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

Many papers report on the ongoing fallout following the publication of allegations against entertainer David Walliams.

Survivor pulled from rubble of deadly building collapse in New York
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

Two people are dead and several others injured as rescuers scour the debris in Brooklyn.

Oil spill closes 18 beaches across Kent
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

The source of the oil, which has closed beaches in Ramsgate and Margate, has not been identified.

Man arrested after sexual assaults at University of Huddersfield
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

Seven women were approached and grabbed in Huddersfield, police say, with a 29-year-old man held.

Lego marketplace BrickLink offline after 'unusual activity' detected
Posted on Wednesday November 11, 2026

Known as the eBay of Lego, it has been down for three days and is yet to disclose what caused the shutdown.

Threat was to RAF Mildenhall not to the town, says MP
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

A Suffolk MP says the government tells him the threat was not imminent.

Australian teen missing in bush for six days rescued alive
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

The 17-year-old's mum has joked that he is "grounded for life" and "never leaving the house again".



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