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News from the ABC Australia Satellite reveals why we could see auroras so far north in Australia last year While last week's stunning auroras delighted many people across Australia, a massive solar storm that hit last year squeezed Earth's protective shield to a fifth of its size, according to new satellite data. Actor-turned-author's new book reimagines 'queer, sexy Greek myths' Zoe Terakes, star of Wentworth and Ironheart, has added another string to her bow, publishing a collection of short stories inspired by ancient tales — with a queer twist. How China's hit dating show changed this Melbourne couple's life Long-running global hit If You Are the One returns to Australia to recruit contestants from a younger generation, many who do not prioritise marriage. Here is why the show is still relevant. RFK Jr says he personally directed new guidance on vaccines and autism The change has surprised staff and contradicts the US Health Department's long-held scientific consensus that vaccines don't cause autism. Cyber experts investigate breach of Somerville House student files A Brisbane girls' school brings in cyber experts and counsellors while referring itself to the Australian Information Commissioner after a document containing notes describing students' physical appearances and family backgrounds is accessed by those pupils. Grieving town will not be 'defined' by Wieambilla shooting tragedy For the people of Tara, it is hard to escape the memory of murders that shocked the nation three years ago. But as the inquest's findings put the tragedy back in the spotlight, they are determined it will not become their identity. New Zealanders are leaving the country in record numbers, mainly to Australia Max was earning more as a dishwasher in Australia than as a university-qualified environmental monitoring technician back home in New Zealand. He is among a record number of people leaving the country. Boys changing the game as netball pushes hard for Olympic future From regional Queensland to state level, boys' netball is gaining momentum and reshaping the future of the sport. Death toll rises to 41 in central Vietnam flooding, more heavy rain forecast More than 1.5 metres of rain has fallen in parts of Vietnam and authorities have warned of further floods with heavy rains set to continue. Live: Boland comes back to haunt England with another devastating Ashes spell Scott Boland and Mitchell Starc tear through England's middle order after lunch on day two of the opening Ashes Test. Follow live. Artist turns drought into award-winning painting When dams dried up and livestock struggled, farmer and artist Lori Pensini turned the season into an award-winning painting — revealing the toll of the drought and the strength of her rural community. Marjorie Taylor Greene to resign after fallout with Donald Trump Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene, a longtime ally of Donald Trump who recently had a dramatic falling out with the president, has announced she is resigning from Congress. 'Long night' ahead for Darwin as Fina weather conditions deterioriate The Bureau of Meteorology is warning Darwin residents are in for a "long night" with weather conditions set to deteriorate "quickly" and "significantly" this evening due to Severe Tropical Cyclone Fina. Mexico's bullied pageant contestant gets payback by being crowned Miss Universe Fátima Bosch Fernández of Mexico is crowned Miss Universe, a dramatic victory for the woman at the centre of pageant controversy when standing up to public bullying from one of the hosts. Melbourne kids gym shuts doors following child safety complaint Funtastic Gymnastic, based in Melbourne's south-east, says it has closed and is "not reopening" following a complaint about child safety concerns received by Gymnastics Australia. This dump appeared 'in broad daylight'. UK authorities are investigating how British authorities are scrambling to work out how an estimated 100 tonnes of garbage could be dumped in plane sight, and they're looking to the underworld for answers. BOM forecasts extreme heat across Queensland Large parts of Queensland are expected to swelter under extreme and severe heatwave conditions, with temperatures soaring across much of the state. Sexual health warning for school leavers as celebrations begin Health authorities warn WA school leavers to be aware of an increase in sexually transmitted infections as they embark on end-of-school celebrations. Dust buyback scheme in mining town set to close as some residents refuse to leave The West Australian government is hailing its buyback scheme for houses coated in dust in Port Hedland as a success. But with more than 100 homes still not sold back, some residents are not making plans to leave. Three-time major winner Lee stays in contention at Tour Championship Jeeno Thitikul is setting the pace at the $17 million Tour Championship in Florida, but Australia's three-time major winner Minjee Lee is in the mix. News from the BBC World Service Ukraine allies to hold talks at G20 on White House peace plan The gathering in South Africa comes as US President Donald Trump gives Ukraine until Thursday to agree to the deal. What we know about leaked US draft plan to end Russia's Ukraine war There are 28 key points and while several on the face of it could be acceptable to Ukraine, others cross Kyiv's red lines. BBC board member resigns and criticises 'governance issues' at top of corporation Shumeet Banerji, an ex-management consultant, leaves the BBC board and criticises its governance. New puberty blockers trial to begin after UK ban Those taking part in the study will be children under 16 who are going through puberty. High-profile Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene to quit Congress after Trump feud Her feud with the president erupted amid her relentless calls to release files related to paedophile Jeffrey Epstein. 'Nobody expected it': Tess and Claudia's exit takes Strictly stars by surprise The celebrities were speaking to BBC News ahead of Blackpool week, a major milestone in the contest. Radiohead deliver a spell-binding, hit-packed set in London The rock band play their first UK show in seven years, and give fans everything they hoped for. 'I'll be cheering for him': Takeaways from Trump and Mamdani's surprisingly cordial meeting It was billed as potentially the political showdown of the year. Instead, both men gave one another praise. 'A lot of fighting': Fossil fuel row breaks out at UN climate summit A row over fossil fuels has broken out at COP30 but this is also likely to be a negotiating tactic. Ex-leader of Reform UK in Wales sentenced to 10-and-a-half years for taking pro-Russia bribes Nathan Gill, 52, is sentenced to 10 and a half years in prison after admitting taking bribes while an MEP. Scotland fans caused 'extremely small earthquake' in World Cup qualifier win Seismic activity was recorded as the Tartan Army celebrated Scotland reaching their first World Cup since 1998. Our babies were taken after 'biased' parenting test - now we're fighting to get them back The Danish government has banned the use of parental competency tests, known as FKUs, on Greenlandic families after decades of criticism. Move over fillers - here's why people are having facial injections made from fish sperm They’re derived from fish sperm and celebs including Charlie XCX swear by them. But what are polynucleotides and do they work? How can you tell if your new favourite artist is a real person? As AI-generated music floods streaming platforms, questions bubble over whether listeners are owed more transparency. The Christian converts the US is deporting back to Iran While Donald Trump admonishes Nigeria for persecuting Christians, Christian converts tell the BBC they live in fear of being deported to Iran from the US. The Papers: 'Trump turns the screw' and 'Farage's pal betrays Britain' Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's response to a US-backed plan to end the war with Russia leads Saturday's papers. Steve Rosenberg: Putin uncompromising as leaked plan reaches Moscow Russia and Ukraine may be about to enter a period of intense diplomacy, writes the BBC's Russia editor. The Greek island of Santorini saw thousands of earthquakes last year - now scientists know why Thousands of earthquakes were caused by magma "pumping through" Earth's crust for three months, they say. Fraud victims are being failed by justice system, warn charities Only a fraction of fraud reports result in a prosecution, new analysis suggests. First Sycamore Gap tree 'offsprings' to be planted More than half the 49 saplings grown from the illegally felled tree will be planted in a week. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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