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News from the ABC Australia

Teen charged for alleged crashing into crowd of Newcastle Knights supporters
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

The alleged teenaged driver of the car which ploughed into a crowd a crowd of Newcastle Knights supporters has been charged.

Verstappen claims pole at Grand Prix in Malaysia
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

Max Verstappen delivered a sublime lap in his Red Bull to qualify fastest for Sunday's Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia.

De Minaur fights into quarterfinals in China
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

It wasn't easy, but Australian Alex de Minaur has booked his spot in the quarterfinals of the China Open with a gutsy win over France's Quentin Halys.

Crash axe used in flydubai attack on pilot
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

The co-pilot who allegedly attempted to down a flydubai plane had been barred from flying in his home country of Oman. Initial investigations have uncovered the use of a crash axe, a tool typically used in emergencies, in the mid-flight attack. 

Sharks could linger off Perth coast despite whale carcass removal
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

Some of Perth's most seasoned swimmers are taking a break from the ocean amid ongoing shark sightings, after a whale carcass washed up on Monday.

David Fifita leads Australia in wild mismatch against PNG
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

Australia and captain David Fifita have routed Papua New Guinea in the annual Prime Minister's XIII game in Port Moresby, while winger Jada Taylor has put her hand up for a World Cup berth after the women's team handed PNG a record loss.

Tornado rips through NSW south coast, causing damage around Ulladulla
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

The Bureau of Meteorology confirms a tornado moved through the area, describing the event as "very unusual", while the SES is responding to dozens of calls across the state.

One Nation promises law-and-order boost in Victorian campaign launch
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

The party pledges to boost police numbers and increase penalties for young offenders, saying it would fund the changes by scrapping the Suburban Rail Loop and Victoria's Treaty. 

Olympic star takes on challengers at pool's grand reopening
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

A much-loved old pool has finally reopened after it was feared it might stay shut forever — and the occasion was not a moment too soon for those enjoying school holidays. 

Saints hit rock bottom, Essendon, Suns, Port claim AFLW victories
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

St Kilda were 90 seconds from failing to score in their AFLW clash against the Western Bulldogs, as Essendon's first win of the year leaves the Saints as the only winless team in the league.

FOMO and 4am wake-up call get Pallister in the ocean
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

Lani Pallister won four gold medals and booked her spot at the world short course championships in Sydney this week, but that didn't stop her from flying to Queensland to win the Bluff to Bar ocean race.

Highway potholes puncture tyres after Victoria's latest bout of rain
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

Large sharp-edged potholes have opened up along Victorian roads and highways after heavy rain across the state since Friday.

Grand final send-off became 'absolute tragedy'
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

Ten people have been injured — two of them critically — by a car that ploughed into a crowd gathered for the Newcastle Knights grand final procession. Here's what we know.

Verity is the latest Colleen Hoover novel to get a film adaptation
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

From Misery to Yellowface, books and films about writers are favourites among the authors who pen them, but audiences love them too. Enter Verity, the latest film adapted from a Colleen Hoover novel.

Australian arrested for holding 'pistol-like object' in Hong Kong
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

The man was reportedly on holiday with his family and had been drinking alcohol.

How the eviction of an 87-year-old became Spain's 'last straw'
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

The average rental price in Spain has almost doubled over the past decade. When Maricarmen Abascal was evicted, she became the symbol of a fed-up nation.

Police arrest man over alleged online threats after AFP searches home
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

A man arrested in SA's Mid North following alleged online threats towards police officers was refused bail during a court appearance on Friday, the AFP says.

Young girl critical as car hits grand final gathering, injuring 10 — as it happened
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

A car has crashed into a crowd of Newcastle Knights supporters as they lined the streets to cheer on the team bus as it travelled to Sydney ahead of Sunday's NRL grand final.

Concreter survives three deadly strokes, warns against ignoring symptoms
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

A Queensland stroke survivor is overhauling his life and spreading awareness of symptoms after nearly dying this year, as experts say rushing to hospital as soon as possible is critical.

Inside the 'secret society' keeping the art of bellringing alive
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

Bellringers are set to gather in Bathurst to honour one of the world's oldest players by ringing bells for hours in a mentally and physically taxing art dating back to England in the 1600s.



News from the BBC World Service

Flydubai co-pilot attacked captain with axe, UAE official says
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

The man accused of trying to take over the Israel-bound jet is named as Hamam al-Hammami by several media outlets.

UK-Iranian dual national arrested over RAF Fairford released on bail
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

The 25-year-old man was arrested in the London borough of Westminster on Thursday.

Kemi Badenoch has cemented her image. Now she wants to put her party back on the big stage
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

The Conservative leader is expected to set out a return to core conservative principles at the party’s annual conference.

Russia hits second major bridge in Ukraine's capital Kyiv
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

The strike on the Pivnichnyi (Northern) Bridge comes after repeat attacks on another major bridge in Ukraine's capital.

Protesters across Spain demand action over housing crisis
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

More than 50 protests are planned to take place on Saturday after the government failed to get emergency legislation through parliament.

Homemade bombs part of alleged plot on Manchester's Jewish community, court told
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

The pair were arrested on the eve of Yom Kippur, considered the holiest day in the Jewish calendar.

Traitors claim their first victim as Richard E Grant tries to save his skin
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

There was a murder and a recruitment in the latest episode, and that was just in the opening minutes.

EV drivers love their cars, but some passengers feel sick - this could be why
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

Motion sickness is caused by a mismatch in sensory cues and women and children are more susceptible, experts say.

Spoiler alert! Is social media ruining big gig surprises?
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

Big moments from headline acts are shared online long before many fans see their favourite artists.

Why thousands of couples are choosing Scotland to say 'I do'
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

A quarter of all marriages in Scotland involve couples who don't live here but see it as the ultimate wedding destination.

Could El Niño mean there are no Atlantic hurricanes this year?
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

For the first time in three decades there has not been a single Atlantic hurricane in September, normally the most active month.

How rapist priest exploited charisma to abuse his 'cult-like' congregation
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

Chris Brain, who led nightclub-style services in the 1980s and 90s, is convicted of rape.

Will Spain's housing crisis lead to a snap election?
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

The BBC's Guy Hedgecoe is in Madrid, where a series of marches have been scheduled, after Spain's Congress rejected measures aimed at tackling the country's housing crisis.

Greens would offer two-year jobs to unemployed under-24s
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

Co-deputy leader Mothin Ali tells the party's conference many young people are "bored, desperate and lost".

Widdecombe suspect charged with planning terror act against Farage
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

Counter terror police say the further charge comes after a "hugely intensive and complex investigation".

Suppliers pile pressure on government over energy bills
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

Immediate action is needed to help households struggling with bills this winter, says trade body Energy UK.

G7 to release millions of barrels of oil and diesel after Trump threat
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

The co-ordinated release is aimed at heading off further price spikes and avoiding a ban on US diesel exports.

Boy, 6, who died in van crash was 'loved more deeply than words could ever express'
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

Harrison Jones was killed after being struck by a Ford Transit Tipper outside his home in Llanfairfechan.

Tories pledge to build 50,000 new prison places
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

The party says its proposals would stop prisoners being released early and cut crime.

You need £17,000 for a first home - here's how to save it
Posted on Monday September 28, 2026

Here are four ways you can put money aside to save enough for a deposit on your first home.



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