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Barn owl baby boom welcomed following mouse plague Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026
Clutches of barn owl chicks found inside a grain silo and cockatoo boxes indicate a "smorgasbord" of food, experts say.Â
Austria hits record temps, wildfires in Greece, Albania as Europe feels heat Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026
The world's fastest-warming continent is being ravaged by record-breaking heat, wildfires and drought this summer, as well as power and water shortages.Â
Vollering win sets up three-way Tour de France Femmes fight Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026
Demi Vollering edged out Marlen Reusser for victory on stage five of the Tour de France Femmes, as the three leading contenders for overall victory revealed themselves.
LIV Golf secures lifeline 'lead investor' for player-driven future Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026
LIV Golf has secured a new, unnamed investor to keep the breakaway competition going, with players set to become majority shareholders.
Exposure to pesticides at work could raise risk of ALS, study finds Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026
Two people in Australia are diagnosed with ALS each day. Researchers say working with pesticides could bring a 70 per cent greater risk of developing the fatal disease. Â
Live: ASX to edge lower after mixed results on Wall Street Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026
The Australian share market is set for a lower open after yesterday's record close. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog.Â
Some parents helping their underage kids gamble, study finds Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026
Parental behaviour could be a significant contributing factor in teenage gambling rates, a study has found.
Live: Gambling lobby questions 'conflict' over ex-NRL player's betting company past Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026
Anne Webster says a Senate inquiry into Labor's gambling advertising legislation shows the bill has "plenty of deficiencies". Follow live.Â
'Defining image' appears on 50-cent coin entering circulation Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026
The Royal Australian Mint is encouraging people to check their change for the new 50-cent coin.Â
Outback city's young population revels in its housing market amid low prices Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026
An outback city known for its rodeos and red dirt is home to one of the youngest average populations in Australia. With so many under 35s flocking to Mount Isa, it might be an opportunity to step into the housing market.
Woman and man found dead in suspected murder-suicide Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026
A 23-year-old woman and 45-year-old man are found dead at a property in Charleville in outback Queensland after a toddler was taken to hospital.
Year by year, Sydney's winter wonderland is becoming just a memory Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026
New South Wales is in the middle of its 30th consecutive warmer than average winter — and a past staple of the season is rapidly vanishing.
Taxi drivers working 12-hour days amid fuel price rise Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026
A taxi driver says he is driving 12 hours a day and considering a second job to make ends meet amid rising fuel prices.Â
Court orders removal of pensioner's 'therapy' roosters over noise complaints Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026
A disability pensioner has been ordered to remove his three consistently crowing pet roosters — which he considers to be "therapeutic animals" — from his property in regional South Australia.
Second Melbourne gym in two days targeted by arsonists Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026
A building in Melbourne's inner west that houses a gym and martial arts facility has been significantly damaged by a fire police are treating as a targeted attack.
Is Jetstar's new bag policy really just following the rest of the world? Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026
Jetstar says charging passengers to use overhead lockers brings it into line with many overseas low-cost airlines. But is "unbundling" fees and charges actually making it more expensive to fly budget?
MPs to assess if Australia prepared for war as concerns over conflict grow Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026
For the first time since World War II, a formal plan will be proposed, reflecting increasing concerns about conflict breaking out in this region.
Frustrated commuters endure three months of disrupted rail services Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026
Queensland Rail says one third of trains are now off the tracks due to a growing maintenance backlog as commuters stare down the barrel of more long months of reduced services.
Why needle exchange programs are 'incredibly worried' about peptide trend Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026
Experts and advocates fear at-risk drug users could be left without safe injecting equipment and resort to syringe-sharing.
'Dangerous' precedent as health department hiring changes spark fears Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026
A recent hiring change to Tasmanian allied health staff positions has meant vacant positions are more likely to be filled by junior staff, sparking fears for patient care.
News from the BBC World Service
Ex neo-Nazi activist withdraws as Tory election candidate Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026 Kemi Badenoch says Joshua Bonehill-Paine will now advise the Conservatives on tackling extremism. Fifa admits mistakes but Infantino remains president Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026 Gianni Infantino will remain as Fifa president after he receives the backing of senior executives following a meeting, despite the governing body admitting "mistakes" were made. Woman arrested after four stabbed in central London Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026 A woman is arrested after four men are stabbed in central London, the Metropolitan Police said. University of Cambridge professor at centre of plagiarism row resigns Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026 Prof Jason Arday said he had "concluded that the only way to bring this chapter to an end is to step away". Walk-in mental health centres to open in banks and libraries across England Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026 Government plans network of nearly 200 specialist services to help those facing mental health crises. See the Sun like never before with most detailed images yet Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026 New images and footage of the Sun show "whirlpools" of activity that it has not been possible to see before. Drone carrying explosives found at German airport, police say Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026 The drone was found near Ukrainian cargo planes before another object collided with a cargo aircraft in mid-air. Iran says it has agreed Strait of Hormuz shipping route with Oman Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026 A foreign ministry spokesman did not give details but said an agreement with the Gulf nation was "in the final stages". Student loan repayment rates an 'unsustainable burden', chancellor told Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026 More than 120 MPs and peers have asked John Healey to carry out an "urgent review" of repayments. Family 'devastated' by death of girl, 9, as man charged with murder Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026 A 35-year old man has appeared in court charged with the murder of Minnie Merriman, who was found injured in Arbroath on Monday. AI or real? BBC analyses viral China disaster videos Posted on Thursday August 06, 2026 As weather events become more extreme, fake videos are being shared rapidly online, and it’s causing real world problems in China. After deadly Kyiv strike, Ukraine warns interceptor shortage is costing lives Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026 Without Patriot interceptors, Ukraine's skies are wide open and people are fully exposed to Russia's missile barrages. Why some scientists are thrilled that a SpaceX rocket has crashed into the Moon Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026 While the collision was an accident, it is a unique scientific gift for planetary geologists that could provide important data for future space missions. Charli XCX on lying, Love Island and life post-Brat Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026 Charli XCX sits down with Radio 1's Jack Saunders to discuss the release of her new album. Youth protests have weakened Modi, Indian activist who went on hunger strike tells BBC Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026 The "cockroach" movement was one of the biggest public displays of dissent against India's prime minister in years. The cost of being single – and how friends are teaming up to beat it Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026 Many singles face extra costs for housing, bills, food and holidays but there are ways to ease the burden. From flip flops to fisherman's sandals: How to look after your feet this summer Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026 They may keep your feet cool but some styles could be doing more harm than good. The serial candidates standing against Farage in the Clacton by-election Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026 BBC Verify takes a look at the serial candidates standing in Clacton, how they fared in previous elections, and whether they have ever won enough votes to get their deposits back. Key questions as Infantino faces Fifa executives Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026 Fifa president Gianni Infantino will face senior leaders of football's world governing body on Wednesday. This is what is expected to happen. El-Sayed's victory in Michigan sends tremors through Democratic Party Posted on Wednesday August 05, 2026 His win in Michigan sets up a high-stakes contest in November, testing a left-wing candidate's popularity in a swing state.
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