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News from the ABC Australia Phone ban in classrooms extended to include smartwatches, headphones Victorian students in public and private schools will be banned from wearing smartwatches with internet connectivity and using headphones in classrooms from next year after the government announced an extension of the device ban in schools. Farm accident leaves teen paralysed but not ready to quit the land A Queensland teenager paralysed after a hay bale accident on his family farm is determined to return to the land despite the challenges of life in a wheelchair. Italy fails to reach third straight World Cup after penalty shootout loss Italy's World Cup exile continues after the four-time champions fall to a 4-1 penalty shootout defeat by Bosnia and Herzegovina. Hundreds of thousands in flood damages leave tourism vendors devastated After multiple major weather events, tourism vendors are looking at clean-up costs in the hundreds of thousands, with some businesses lost entirely. The industry is calling for governments to step in and help. Farmers think outside the box as rising fuel costs add to drought woes Farmers are turning to roadside grazing, selling up stock, or, in one case, shipping cattle to an island to navigate the drought and the rising cost of diesel. Aussie young gun stars in IPL debut to lead Punjab to victory Cooper Connolly puts in a game-winning performance for Punjab in his IPL debut. The list that helps Aussie surfing star handle the noise in her head Reigning world surfing champion Molly Picklum kicks her off title defence this week at Bells Beach, where writing a list may form part of her preparation. US journalist kidnapped in Baghdad Police in Iraq say they are searching for an American journalist who has been kidnapped in Baghdad, possibly by an Iranian-backed militia group. Vision loss and self-harm — government warned of custody health risks Internal government memos obtained by the ABC detail a series of health incidents in Northern Territory watch houses and a suicide attempt in the Holtze prison. From Brisbane to the world: Joff Bush on the music behind Bluey A new orchestral Bluey album is out. Lead composer Joff Bush talks about classical music, storytelling and inspiring kids to love music. Shooters deployed to curb Kangaroo Island's big little corella problem Thermal imaging, infrared technology and crack marksmanship are deployed to battle the island's growing little corella population. Three men charged over daylight shooting outside Sydney gym The alleged target, a 48-year-old man known to police, had twelve rounds fired at him outside a gym in December last year. Judge halts Trump's White House demolition and ballroom project A federal court has ordered the Trump administration to suspend work on a $400 million ballroom on the site of the demolished East Wing of the White House, barring construction from proceeding without congressional approval. Aussie teen star gets Billie Jean King Cup call-up At just 17, Emerson Jones is a chance to make her Billie Jean King Cup debut after being named in Australia's squad to face Great Britain. Cocoa prices crash but Easter chocolate stays expensive Consumers cannot expect to find cheaper chocolate on supermarket shelves this Easter despite a major drop in the world cocoa price, industry experts say. Live: ASX jumps on back of massive Wall St rally amid war end hopes Wall Street ends a weak month with a massive gain, as investors eye a possible end to US military action in Iran, and Australian shares follow. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. Air travel in the Middle East may be disrupted but Lebanon is unfazed Beirut-Rafic Hariri Airport, Lebanon's gateway to the world, is still operating even as Israel bombards its surroundings. Live: Motorists may not see cheaper fuel for days or weeks Labor says it may take a couple of days, or even weeks if for those living in regions where fuel stocks are not turned over quickly, for the savings from the fuel excise cut to flow through. Follow live. One of Australia's biggest 'giveaway' clubs has its licence cancelled RS Rewards claims to have given away more than $10 million worth of cars, houses and cash. But its licence has just been cancelled. Mine may be shut down amid money laundering allegations, bikie claims The Tasmanian government has taken steps to revoke the operating licence of one of the state's biggest mining operations, after being warned it was allegedly used as a "vehicle for money laundering" and former owners were associated with underworld figures. News from the BBC World Service More UK troops to be sent to Middle East, defence secretary announces The UK government announces further air defence systems will be sent to countries in the region along with troops to operate them. Man charged after seven people hit by car in Derby The pedestrians were seriously injured when they were hit by a black Suzuki Swift on Saturday night. Teenage boy at centre of Scott Mills sexual offences investigation was under 16, police say The case was dropped in 2019 after the CPS deemed there was insufficient evidence to bring charges, police say. Weight-loss jabs will be offered on NHS for people at risk of further heart attacks More than a million people in England will start being offered the anti-obesity jab for better heart health and to avoid strokes. Prince Harry's latest feud with the press is over (for now). Here are seven key takeaways As the case draws to a close, we look back at the toughest newspaper court battle yet. UK and France extend talks over new small boats deal A three-year deal to pay for more French patrols to intercept smuggling gangs was due to expire at midnight. Diplomatic challenges facing King on US visit King Charles will be expected to improve UK and US relations on his state visit next month. Minimum wage rises to £12.71 an hour Many businesses have said they will have to pass higher wage costs onto customers. Woods to 'step away and seek treatment' after crash Tiger Woods says he is "stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment and focus on my health" following an arrest after a car crash. British billionaire to donate £190m to Cambridge University Hedge fund founder Chris Rokos said he wanted to "give something back" to the UK with the donation. Oil nears highest price since start of Iran war The US-Israel Iran war has halted almost all traffic in a key waterway and the price Brent crude has surged. Hegseth calls on US allies to 'step up' over Strait of Hormuz The defence secretary's comments came after US President Donald Trump told other nations to "go get your own oil". US journalist Shelly Kittleson kidnapped in Baghdad The US state department says a suspect in her abduction has ties to an Iran-backed militia group, Kataib Hezbollah. Iran using children in security roles in war, reports and witnesses say An 11-year-old is reported to have been killed in an air strike while manning a checkpoint in Tehran. Israel says it will keep control over part of southern Lebanon after war with Hezbollah ends Defence Minister Israel Katz also says houses in Lebanese villages near the Israeli border will be demolished. From water to council tax: How the bill rises (and one drop) affect you A string of bill increases have taken effect but minimum wage and benefit rises will help some to pay them. Who could replace Scott Mills as Radio 2's Breakfast Show host? Vernon Kay, Claudia Winkleman, Greg James and Rylan Clark are among the names suggested to replace Scott Mills. My daughter has childhood dementia and may not live past 16 Diagnosed just before her fourth birthday, Sophia, now 15, can no longer speak and cannot walk unaided. The fallout and key questions from the IOC's biological female decision Sports editor Dan Roan analyses the key questions after the IOC announced women's sport categories would only be open to biological females. Cutting-edge designs of 'unsinkable' Titanic to be made public for first time Titanic was the largest and most technically advanced ship of her day but sank on her maiden voyage. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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