News from the ABC Australia
Koala egg and sperm bank created in bid keep species alive Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
Scientists hope the biobank will help reduce chlamydia infections in future koala populations, and act as a safety net for the survival of the endangered Australian icon.
Thousands of survivors of child sexual abuse face looming redress backlog Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
At its current processing rate, the scheme will not be able to clear its backlog before it closes.
Labor MP says 'much more' to do on gambling ads Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
The Coalition, Greens and crossbench are also pushing for changes to the bill, which limits TV and radio ads during certain times and creates an opt-out feature for online platforms.Â
Satellite images show Venezuelan earthquakes wiped out entire towns Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
Venezuela's devastating earthquakes flattened buildings and coated parts of the northern coast in dust and debris, satellite imagery shows.
Thai teen's ashes laid to rest by family after alleged murder Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
The family of a Thai teenager allegedly killed by an Australian man has placed her cremated ashes to rest at a local Buddhist temple as they seek justice for her murder.
Cashback delays frustrate electric vehicle owners Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
When Mustansir Milky took the leap and bought a new electric vehicle, he didn't expect to have to fight to get the $5,000 cashback payment he was promised.
Concerns grow over heading the ball in football Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
With all eyes on the World Cup, Australian football's management of the risks associated with the practice of heading the ball, such as dementia and CTE, is in the spotlight.
Albanese and Chalmers see reform as an antidote to populism Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
The slight recovery in Labor's polling shifts assumptions about what's in store for the remainder of this parliamentary term.
'Have to get me off at gunpoint': The fight for people's right to live on boats Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
For Australians on the brink of homelessness, dilapidated boats have become a way to stave off sleeping on the streets, but many are being removed from these vessels amid a safety crackdown.
What Matthew Flinders and George Bass can teach us about male friendship Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
Flinders circumnavigated and named Australia. Impressive stuff, but he also wrote many impassioned letters and lived a life full of crushes.
How US soldiers helped inspire a religion on a remote island in Vanuatu Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
On Vanuatu's Tanna Island, I immerse myself in a culture that worships a shape-shifting spirit known as John Frum.
Torn urethras and Oscar nominations: Jackass's journey to infamy Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
For more than 25 years, prank franchise Jackass has been delighting teens and terrifying parents. Now the gang is heading to the cinemas for what could be their last ride.
Live: Kane double act saves England after massive scare against DR Congo Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
Harry Kane strikes twice after half time as the Three Lions fight back to defeat DR Congo 2-1 and progress to the Round of 16. Follow live.
Canada becomes latest country to join Eurovision Song Contest Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
While Canadian Céline Dion gave Switzerland its second Eurovision victory in 1988, next year will be the first time Canada competes in the song contest.
The state with the highest interest burden may surprise you Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
Who had it tougher on housing? These stats may put the generational debate to bed.
Pat Conroy to announce defence shake-up aimed at cost blowouts Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
Defence Industry Minister Pat Conroy is set to appeal to the Labor faithful to get behind AUKUS as he announces a defence shake-up targeting wasteful spending.Â
'I can't breathe': Police who handcuffed Henry Nowak being investigated Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
Student Henry Nowak, 18, died while handcuffed by police in the English city of Southampton, after calling out "I can't breathe" and "I've been stabbed".
Two people dead after collision in Victoria's south-west Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
Two people have died after a collision near an intersection about 30 kilometres north of Colac, in Victoria's south-west.
Heroin overdose warning after multiple Victorians unknowingly take drug Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
One person has died and multiple people have overdosed across Victoria, leading to the discovery of heroin in substances thought to be methamphetamine or cocaine.
Village People lead singer Victor Willis dead at 74 Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026
The lead singer and a founding member of the Village People disco group has died at the age of 74.
News from the BBC World Service
Watch full highlights as England come from behind to beat DR Congo Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 Harry Kane scores twice as England come from behind to beat DR Congo in a tense World Cup encounter in Atlanta, and set up a last-16 meeting with Mexico. Badenoch accuses Starmer of leaving defence spending 'mess' for Burnham Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch criticised what she called a missing £5bn in the defence investment plan. Is Burnham facing a £5bn defence 'black hole'? Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 BBC Verify investigates whether a shortfall in funding for the government's defence investment plan is a "black hole". England's warmest June on record following historic heatwave Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 England saw its warmest June since records began in 1865 and the second warmest for the whole of the UK according to data just released by the Met Office. Watch: Two people climb to highest point of Empire State Building Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 The two were atop the 1,454 ft (443 m) building for at least ten minutes and displayed a large banner before climbing down. Halifax brand to be scrapped after 173 years Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 Lloyds says it remains committed to the town of Halifax and very little will change for customers. Ukrainian charged in Germany over Nord Stream blasts Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 Ukraine denies involvement in the case which may have serious implications for its relationship with Germany. Burnham calls for grooming gang ringleader to be deported Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 The Labour leadership hopeful says he will "ask the home and foreign secretaries to review all possible options". 'Time for him to pay' - Carroll calls on Trump to pay $5m after president's appeal fails Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 The writer's lawyers say Trump wants to delay paying the damages awarded by a jury that found the president liable for sexually abusing and defaming her. Tens of thousands rush for tickets to see Bayeux Tapestry in UK Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 The historic masterpiece will travel from France to go on display on UK soil for the first time. England into last 16 - what is their path to the final? Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 BBC Sport takes a look at what England will need to do to reach the final after progressing the last 16 Lions sneak through - but who had a nightmare start? Player ratings Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 BBC Sport England reporter Alex Howell rates the players after the World Cup comeback win over DR Congo - plus have your say. Watch: Fans react to tense World Cup game Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 England Captain Harry Kane rescued England from a major upset, with two late goals, after DR Congo took an early lead.
Concern over rise in online racist abuse at World Cup Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 The Word Cup has suffered a 'significant increase' in the most serious examples of racist abuse online, Fifa's social media protection service (SMPS) has found. Has football fever taken hold in the US? Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 With the World Cup now three weeks old, BBC Sport's reporters in the US look at how their perceptions have changed. Bibles, Home Alone and perfume: Six surprising ways Trump made money in 2025 Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 Official documents show the US president made billions of dollars as he returned to the White House. Why Gen Z are planning for life without a state pension Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 Many younger people do not believe the state pension will exist when they are older It looks like an ordinary house - but our tropical garden is packed with poisonous plants Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 The garden was once a sun trap with decking - it is now filled with tropical trees and ferns shading it. Is it really happening this weekend? What we do and don't know about Taylor Swift's wedding Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 The couple has been mum about their upcoming nuptials, but speculation has mounted about a multi-day celebration at Madison Square Garden. A trip to India left me with 38 parasites in my brain Posted on Wednesday July 01, 2026 Lowri's headaches, seizures and psychosis were due to an infection caused by pork tapeworm larvae.
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