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News from the ABC Australia

Coroner calls for change after man died while paramedic waited outside
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

A paramedic who chose not to force entry to a house, despite being told a man was inside and needed medical attention, had "a flawed understanding" of his powers to enter the property, an inquest finds.

Qld wildlife rescuers brace for H5 avian influenza after sick bird found at Noosa
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

A northern giant petrel found at Noosa Main Beach is undergoing testing for H5 avian influenza.

Man dies after being attacked by his dog on NSW property
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

The 55-year-old died at the scene. Police officers euthanased the animal.

Breaking: Actor Sam Neill dies aged 78
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

New Zealand actor Sam Neill, who starred in My Brilliant Career and Jurassic Park, has died aged 78.

Sea World inquest hears crash could have been avoided if pilot looked right
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

The chief executive of Sea World Helicopters told a Brisbane inquest he believed pilot Ashley Jenkinson was "totally distracted" by the front row passengers on the joy flight.

Greyhound industry reaches SA deadline after abuse revelations
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

A final report on greyhound industry compliance with improved standards following revelations of widespread abuse is expected to be handed to the SA government in coming months.

Five chicken dinners for cosy nights at home
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

From pot pie to tray bakes and sticky maple wings, here are five of our most popular chicken recipes.

Qld's multi-million-dollar family violence prevention cuts 'indefensible'
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

The Queensland opposition has labelled the cuts to family and domestic violence funding "indefensible".

'I won't backflip': Samoa star Payne Haas reveals plan for World Cup
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Payne Haas has cleared the air about his World Cup plans and says there is a "great chance" Samoa can lift the trophy for the first time.

15yo boy stabbed at Qld school, second teenager taken into police custody
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

A teenage boy has been arrested over an alleged stabbing at a high school in Cairns.

'Psychopath' Tuchel gives England a chance to prove its mettle
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

This England World Cup squad is proving they are different to their predecessors at every stop. Now their manager has just given them their latest challenge.

Jewish staff, students describe enduring antisemitic jokes and Nazi salutes
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

The Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion has heard universities need to improve responses when Jewish staff and students feel unsafe.

Bazball: An uncomplicated idea leaving a very complex legacy
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Brendon McCullum deliberately set out to make England's men's Test team a less complicated team to play cricket for. After four years of Bazball's highs and lows, it leaves a very complicated legacy.

Former National Trust director unfairly dismissed, Fair Work Commission finds
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

The Fair Work Commission has found Scott Carlin, former managing director of the National Trust of Tasmania, was unfairly dismissed just two months before his two-year contract was set to expire.

Sentencing of Molly Ticehurst's killer brought forward
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

The sentencing of the man who murdered New South Wales woman Molly Ticehurst has been brought forward to allow a psychiatrist to give evidence.

Iran has a new warning for the US: 'Reality is knocking'
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

As another round of strikes rattles the Gulf region, Iran's lead negotiator makes it very clear where the regime stands on the Strait of Hormuz.

Israel to vote in October as Netanyahu support slips amid controversies
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Israelis will head to the polls on the last Tuesday in October for an election that will serve as a referendum on the legacy of the country's longest-serving prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu. 

How Lindsey Graham's death could affect Donald Trump's agenda
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

US senator Lindsey Graham died suddenly on Saturday night, local time, creating an unexpected vacancy in Congress. Here's what we know about what comes next.

'Devoted' Melbourne mother remembered by family after stabbing death
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Lavanya Chappa has been remembered as a devoted mother and dear friend, one week after the mother-of-two was stabbed to death in her Melbourne home.

Government urged to 'bite the bullet' and mandate mobile phone roaming
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Already available to international tourists, consumer advocates want to see mobile roaming mandated for domestic customers too.



News from the BBC World Service

More than 2,700 people may have died in UK's exceptional May and June heatwaves
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

An early estimate suggests more than 2,700 people will have died from heat-related causes during the UK's exceptionally hot weather in recent months.

Mahmood to set out plan to deport grooming gang leader
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Calls have grown to deport Rochdale grooming gang ringleader Shabir Ahmed after his release from prison.

At least 27 killed, 22 critically injured in Bangkok bar fire
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Firefighters arrived at the scene in the Chatuchak district to find patrons running through flames to escape.

Police say no suggestion of political motive in Widdecombe killing after new arrest
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Police say they are not looking for anyone else after a 28-year-old man was arrested in Rotherham, South Yorkshire.

Burnham set for No 10: BBC correspondents on what Trump, Putin and others will make of him
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

In the US, China, Europe, Russia and elsewhere, how is the UK's expected new prime minister regarded?

UK heatwave to intensify in second week as wildfires burn across UK
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

After a brief drop in temperature many areas will see heat and humidity build again this week

British couple return to village at heart of deadly Spanish wildfire
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

At least 13 people, including five believed to be Britons, were killed by Thursday's wildfire in Spain's Almeria province.

Starting uni? What to know about having the free NHS meningitis B jab
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

It follows the UK's largest and fastest growing meningitis B outbreak to date in Kent earlier this year.

Planes sent to tackle wildfires of 'exceptional scale' near Paris
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

It was the first time firefighting planes had been sent up from the normally drier and hotter south of the country to tackle fires in the Paris region.

Extra £250m to boost Jewish community safety
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Police forces are to receive extra funds to help increase protection in Jewish communities.

These are unprecedented times for England - enjoy them
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

A record of four semi-finals in the past five international tournaments for England is outstanding. It is time to accept that this is where England belong.

What to expect in the semi-finals
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

France face Spain and England take on Argentina in heavyweight World Cup semi-final meetings - here's what to expect from the last four.

Infantino opens door to 64-team World Cup
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

Plans for a 64-team men's world cup are set to be picked up and assessed in detail after the 2026 tournament with Fifa boss Gianni Infantino saying football needs to be "for the whole world".

Why switching to save money is easier than you might think
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Changing your broadband or energy supplier, or even your bank, for a better deal is simpler than it used to be.

From shock loss to Wimbledon title - resilient Sinner rises back to top
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

For a brief moment after his shock French Open loss, Jannik Sinner appeared vulnerable. He answered the critics by storming to a second Wimbledon title.

New era for Gibraltar with removal of 118-year-old border controls with Spain
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

It is hoped that free movement between the UK territory and Spain will provide an economic boost.

The SpaceX IPO made history. Is the excitement still there?
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

A month on from the firm's stock market debut, the reality of how SpaceX currently makes money has seemed to come into clearer focus.

The Chinese graduate accused of being Mexico's 'fentanyl king'
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Cartel members and ex-colleagues describe how Zhang Zhidong allegedly linked Chinese chemicals to Mexican drug labs.

The Papers: Burnham's 'bumper Budget' and Widdecombe murder 'not political'
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

A potential Budget and details about the suspect in the murder of Ann Widdecombe lead Monday's papers.

10 years of Pokémon Go and the millions still trying to catch 'em all
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Michael Steranka, vice president at the mobile game's owner Scopely, says it has always been about bringing people together.



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