News from the ABC Australia
Tiny 'desert' fish found only in Australia narrowly avoids extinction Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026
With scoops made from milk bottles, volunteers have been working tirelessly to save the red-fin blue-eye, found nowhere else in the world, from extinction.Â
Fake photos of PNG celebrity being used in Facebook scams Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026
Papua New Guinea prepares new laws to criminalise the malicious use of artificial intelligence, including deepfakes, voice cloning and digital impersonation.
Former student allegedly sets school on fire and posts on social media Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026
A 17-year-old boy has been charged after allegedly breaking into his old school grounds and causing "extensive" damage to the site.
Aussie world champs name new rugby sevens coach for LA Olympics Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026
Rugby Australia makes a key appointment, as the world champion women's rugby sevens team looks ahead to the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.
Women with hormone condition may face higher risk of heart attack, stroke Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026
Women with polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS formerly PCOS) have a "significantly higher" risk of cardiovascular disease than those without, a new study suggests.
Tate brothers face court for first time since Miami arrest Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026
Andrew and Tristan Tate's attorney says an attempt to extradite the brothers following their arrest in Miami is politically motivated.Â
Live: ASX to follow Wall Street lower, oil prices higher after Houthis threaten Saudi blockade Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026
The Australian share market is likely to fall in morning trade, following a negative session on Wall Street. Oil prices remain near a one-month high as Yemen's Houthis threaten to impose a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia. See how the trading day unfolds on our blog. Follow live.
Whistleblower's fight to unmask one of WA's worst child abusers Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026
Maggie Dawkins's efforts to shine a light on the horrific abuses committed by Dennis McKenna against a generation of boys in Katanning are set down in a new book.
Football world 'devastated' by death of English icon Keegan Posted on Monday July 20, 2026
Former Liverpool and Newcastle United star Kevin Keegan is remembered as one of English football's first rock stars after his death at 75.
Council's beach access changes spark accessibility concerns Posted on Monday July 20, 2026
A Queensland family says a new council policy excludes people living with a disability because their 12-year-old daughter can no longer play with her dog at the local off-leash beach.
PM backs bid for future NT AFL team, no promises on funding Posted on Monday July 20, 2026
Anthony Albanese says he would love to see the creation of a Northern Territory AFL team while visiting the Tiwi Islands in the NT.
'Surreal' sense of grief at packed town meeting after alleged Layla Jeffery murder Posted on Monday July 20, 2026
Victoria Police and the Buloke Shire Council have held an event updating 300 Donald community members on the alleged murder of Layla Jeffery.
Live: Taylor says SA Liberals-One Nation merger 'will not be happening' Posted on Monday July 20, 2026
Andrew Bragg says he has not heard reports that a Liberal senator colleague is pushing for a One Nation merger in South Australia. Follow live.Â
Firewood side hustle sparks multi-million-dollar business in four states Posted on Monday July 20, 2026
When bushfire and drought robbed farmer Peter Chauncy of his livelihood, he started chopping wood to sell. Forty years later, he runs one of Australia's largest firewood businesses.
Controversial NT child protection laws to be debated after weeks of criticism Posted on Monday July 20, 2026
The Northern Territory parliament is set to debate controversial child protection laws, which have been criticised for their potential impact on the Aboriginal Child Placement Principle.
'I was in tears': Living without a heater through Canberra's winter Posted on Monday July 20, 2026
Barbara Belmonte, an ACT public housing resident, has been waiting weeks for her heater to be repaired amid the sub-zero temperatures of a Canberra winter — and she is not the only one.
Ex-league star Dureau dies at 39 after long cancer battle Posted on Monday July 20, 2026
Scott Dureau is remembered as an "exceptional" player and person after losing his life to brain cancer.
Major milestone for citizen science as part of nationwide Bug Hunt Posted on Monday July 20, 2026
More than 1 million observations of insects, spiders, snails and other invertebrates have been recorded by citizen scientists as part of Bug Hunt Australia since October 2025.
'I love my name': Swans star on having the best name in the AFLW Posted on Monday July 20, 2026
Zipporah "Zippy" Fish announced herself immediately on the AFLW stage with a breakout debut season.Â
More people are installing home cameras. Will it deter crime? Posted on Monday July 20, 2026
More home security cameras than ever before are being installed, but experts say it is not clear whether they are deterring criminals.
News from the BBC World Service
Who's in the cabinet? Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026 An in-depth look at which Labour MPs have been appointed to cabinet roles by new Prime Minister Andy Burnham Watch: Starmer resigns, Burnham becomes PM... the day in 101 seconds Posted on Monday July 20, 2026 Andy Burnham has become the UK's prime minister after being appointed by the King at Buckingham Palace. Burnham promises help with your money. How could it affect you? Posted on Monday July 20, 2026 The new PM says he will look at how much people can earn before paying tax but admitted changing it would be difficult. Faisal Islam: The new PM has big ideas - but what will they cost? Posted on Monday July 20, 2026 Every tricky decision and trade off is being watched by the country and the markets at the same time Chancellor Healey will be under pressure to deliver for armed forces Posted on Monday July 20, 2026 Prime Minister Andy Burnham's new chancellor of the exchequer resigned as defence secretary last month following a row over military spending. Man, 28, charged with murder of Ann Widdecombe Posted on Monday July 20, 2026 Joshua Kerry from Rotherham will appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Tuesday. Kevin Keegan, Liverpool footballer who managed England and Newcastle United, dies aged 75 Posted on Monday July 20, 2026 The former England captain and manager revealed seven weeks ago that he had been diagnosed with stage four cancer. Trump imposes 50% tariff on Canadian imports Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026 The duties mark a major escalation in trade tensions between the North American neighbours. Ofcom launches investigation into Married at First Sight UK Posted on Monday July 20, 2026 In May, BBC Panorama revealed rape allegations from two women on the show, which the men involved deny. US launches fresh strikes on Iran, as Trump warns of retaliation for deaths of soldiers Posted on Monday July 20, 2026 The US says the attacks were aimed at degrading Iran's capabilities to attack ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Fifa opens investigation into Argentina post-final trouble Posted on Monday July 20, 2026 Argentina will face an investigation into the ugly scenes at the end of the World Cup final, Fifa has confirmed. Tate brothers appear in US court for extradition proceedings Posted on Monday July 20, 2026 They were arrested on Saturday after the UK announced dozens of new charges, including rape and sex trafficking, which they deny. Rare identical quadruplets born in Australia Posted on Monday July 20, 2026 The parents of the four naturally-conceived girls were taken by "immense surprise" with the pregnancy, the hospital said. Watch: 'My flat was turned into a brothel,' landlord tells BBC Panorama Posted on Monday July 20, 2026 A Panorama investigation uncovers how organised gangs are exploiting the UK's private rental market. Russian warship carried out firing exercise off Plymouth coast Posted on Monday July 20, 2026 The Neustrashimy's live-fire exercise took place in international waters and lasted for 30 minutes. Notorious drug cartel leader Ismael Zambada sentenced to life in US prison Posted on Monday July 20, 2026 Known as "El Mayo", the co-founder the Sinaloa Cartel was also ordered to pay $15bn after he admitted to sending vast amounts of drugs to the US. Canadian wildfires rage as Trump warns Carney again over 'poisoning' US air Posted on Monday July 20, 2026 The US president raised the issue with the the Canadian prime minister while the pair attended the World Cup Final in New Jersey. Popular and passionate: Keegan's memorable football career Posted on Monday July 20, 2026 Former England captain and manager Kevin Keegan has died at the age of 75. Are you a parent missing out on £27 a week? Here's how to check Posted on Monday July 20, 2026 Thousands of new parents fail to claim child benefit until it is too late to receive some of the money, HMRC says. Misleading posts about Trump at World Cup final viewed by millions Posted on Monday July 20, 2026 Some of the most viral posts focus on US President Donald Trump and Spain's wonderkid Lamine Yamal.
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