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News from the ABC Australia 'It's pretty touching': Students pen postcards to thank veterans Thousands of children across Queensland are sending postcards to former and serving Australian Defence Force members. Bus replacements mean some V/Line commuters can't get to work on time Some regional commuters hoping to save on petrol are stuck in the slow lane as Victoria's free public transport offer coincides with rail maintenance along the Warrnambool/Geelong line. Buyers eyeing troubled smelter, administrators say, as workers face job decision With Australian and international bidders apparently eyeing off the troubled Liberty Bell Bay smelter, the workers and their families just want to know they'll have a job at the end of it all. Giant's debut and a taunted Aussie in spotlight as NBA playoffs begin The first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs is officially underway. Here are the key things to look out for in each series. Snapshot of Australia's relationship with cash over the past two decades A new report has found cash use has dropped by more than 50 per cent in almost 20 years. But there has been a slight increase in cash payments since 2022. He was deported to Tonga. What he did there was calculated to 'p*** off' Australia Eneasi Taumoefolau's 2024 arrest on drugs charges ignited fears the notoriously violent outlaw Comancheros gang had infiltrated "the Friendly Islands". NRL overhauls training rules in landmark player safety move The move to restrict training loads is aimed at mitigating injuries, including player head injuries, which continue to be a major issue for all contact sports. Answering the big questions you might have about the NDIS With more changes surrounding the NDIS set to be announced, here’s everything you need to know about the scheme. Why the gas giants stopped gouging After a decade and a half of mostly failed threats from three prime ministers and constant surveillance by the competition regulator, the east coast gas export giants are suddenly putting Australians first. More Australian women than men are now getting ADHD medication Within the sharp increase of ADHD rates in Australia lies a hidden story — more women are being prescribed medication than men. Understanding why is more complicated. Gas tax fight escalates ahead of budget as inquiry begins Calls are growing for a new 25 per cent tax on gas exports to increase the petroleum resource rent tax on windfall profits, but companies have warned any changes would jeopardise Australia's energy supply. Did you really get a discount on your Tim Tams? The ACCC doesn't think so The sequel to Australia’s supermarket pricing wars is about to kick off in the federal court as the ACCC takes on Woolworths over what it argues are misleading pricing practices. FBI director sues The Atlantic for $348m over report detailing misconduct Kash Patel denies all allegations in the report, which quotes numerous sources alleging drinking and absences. How to keep your dog happy living in an apartment Providing opportunities for your dog to explore, giving them a safe and comfortable space to retreat to — as well as a good routine — are key to keeping your dog happy. Bruce the kea rules the roost using his broken beak like a sword Without a curvy upper beak to get in the way, Bruce the kea uses his lower beak to stab or joust at other birds in his social group. ABC Places quiz: Where in the world are we? Today's ABC Places quiz features photos from 10 locations around the world. Your challenge is to guess where you are. Six ways your smartwatch is lying to you, according to science Wearable fitness technologies like smartwatches are worn by millions of people daily. But they're not as accurate as you might think. Live: Fate of Iran peace talks uncertain as ceasefire deadline approaches Iran is yet to formally outline whether it has decided to send a negotiating team, with Tehran stating many of the US's positions are "unrealistic". Follow live. US singer D4vd charged with murdering 14yo girl found in his Tesla The 21-year-old, who rose to fame after going viral on TikTok, is facing charges including first-degree murder, lewd and lascivious acts with an individual under 14, and mutilating a body. UK PM shifts blame to Foreign Office in bid to contain Mandelson scandal The crisis around the embattled British prime minister continues to grow, with Sir Keir Starmer facing questions from MPs about what he knew of the vetting process of Peter Mandelson. News from the BBC World Service Officials deliberately withheld Mandelson vetting result from me, Starmer says The PM tells the Commons that if he had known the peer failed security vetting he would not have been appointed. Key points from Starmer's Mandelson statement The prime minister has been back in the Commons after it emerged the Labour peer failed vetting. Phones to be banned in schools by law in England under government plans Education minister Jacqui Smith said the move would create "a clear legal requirement for schools". Attempted murder charge after car hit pedestrians A 30-year-old woman is in a critical condition following the incident on Sunday morning in Soho. Spat at, threatened and kidnapped: British Jews tell of rising antisemitism British Jews have described to BBC Panorama how they are experiencing a rise in antisemitism. US singer D4vd charged with murder stemming from death of missing teenage girl Prosecutors say the singer, real name David Anthony Burke, could face life in prison due to the nature of the case. Amy Winehouse's dad loses court case over auction Mitch Winehouse accused two friends of profiting from items sold at auctions in the United States. 'Huge relief' as students given loans 'in error' get repayment reprieve Approximately 22,000 weekend students had been told their courses were never eligible for student finance. Adoptive father 'sexually abused and smothered baby' A man is on trial accused of murdering 13-month-old Preston Davey in Blackpool. Outrage over Israeli soldier's vandalism of Jesus statue in Lebanon The Israeli military says it views with "great severity" the actions of the soldier, as the US ambassador demands "swift" consequences. Days of Our Lives and Starship Troopers actor Patrick Muldoon dies aged 57 The actor and producer also appeared in Melrose Place and Saved By the Bell. Can Iran and the US find middle ground to make a deal? The BBC's chief international correspondent Lyse Doucet is reporting from Tehran on condition that none of her material is used on the BBC's Persian Service. These restrictions apply to all international media organisations operating in Iran. US releases video of forces seizing Iranian ship The US has intercepted an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf as part of its naval blockade, Donald Trump has said. Oil prices rise after Trump says Iranian ship seized Energy markets have seen wild swings since the US and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February. Tehran will never cede control of Strait of Hormuz, senior Iranian politician tells BBC Lyse Doucet speaks to Ebrahim Azizi, who says Iran "will decide the right of passage" through the crucial shipping route. Why and how is US blockading Iranian ports in Strait of Hormuz? Donald Trump says that the US is blockading the Strait of Hormuz. What does this mean in practice? 'They told me he was dead': Children born near army base learn truth about UK soldier dads A DNA and legal project has identified the fathers of 20 children born near a military base in Kenya. Desmond Morris, whose book The Naked Ape inspired and scandalised, dies aged 98 Morris, who was also a surrealist painter and broadcaster, was best known for his 1967 book The Naked Ape. Are insider traders making millions from Trump's announcements? The BBC has found significant spikes in activity shortly before the US president made some announcements. India has splurged billions on metro trains. But where are the commuters? Without better last-mile connectivity and affordable fares, metro use is unlikely to improve quickly, say experts. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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