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News from the ABC Australia

US had hottest month on record in July, England's drought worsens
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

July 2026 was the hottest month ever in the United States, whilst almost three-quarters of England is now in drought.

Bird flu vaccine to be rolled out to vulnerable species in captivity
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

A vaccine will be rolled out to protect Australia's native species from the deadly H5N1 bird flu, with a focus on birds in captivity. 

Children encountering extremism at 'disturbing' rate, inquiry told
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

Children at an increasingly young age are engaging with violent extremist material at a "disturbing" rate, Australia's counter-terrorism coordinator says.

Alan Jones trial hears from brother of alleged victim
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

The brother of a man accusing Alan Jones of indecent assault has told the court he never saw the radio host act inappropriately towards his brother, and was only told of the allegations after Mr Jones's arrest.

Aussie open water swim queen Johnson triumphs at Pan Pacs
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

Moesha Johnson opens Australia's medal account at the Pan Pacific swimming titles, winning gold in the 10km open water race.

How Gianni Infantino's FIFA leadership imploded over two weeks
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

The FIFA president has faced more than a fortnight of international turmoil, embroiled in a World Cup sell-off saga that sparked loss of confidence in his leadership.

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez open to presidential run, announces she will freeze eggs
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

The 36-year-old said she felt "empowered" by her decision, while adding that it came with political risk.

'Seismic shift': Māori set to invest in First Nations projects under new deal
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

One of the biggest and wealthiest Māori tribal authorities has signed a deal to invest in large-scale First Nations projects in renewable energy, mining, agriculture and more. Indigenous business groups say it's a watershed moment towards greater economic self-determination.

Perhaps the answer to my dating woes is to simply tell people who I am
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

Every time I rejoin a dating site, I am faced with the dilemma of whether to include my disability in my profile, or self-censor in a bid to follow the rules of what is "normal".

Victoria's work-from-home laws delayed until July 2027
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

Premier Ben Carroll has promised to reset his relationship with Victorian businesses, and says he is open to "common-sense" amendments to the proposed work-from-home legislation.

Dying woman urges PM to overturn 'cruel' law to save others suffering
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

Terminally ill woman Sandra Sarantou is preparing to end her life through voluntary assisted drying (VAD) and is using her final days to call for a legal change to make it easier for others to access VAD.

Good Things festival returns in 2026 with big headliner
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

Good Things has rallied another big selection of metal, punk, emo and more for the east coast this December.

Potholes force cars off Calder Freeway as Victorian road anger rises
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

Maintenance crews are patching up potholes on the Calder Freeway between Gisborne and Sunbury after at least seven cars were damaged this morning.  

Calvary considers new Launceston hospital at aged care site
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

A private hospital operator has confirmed it is considering a new hospital in Tasmania's north, two years after it cancelled plans for a $130 million development.

'Evidence is clear': Players association says brutal schedule behind injuries
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

As the Canadian Open gets underway with several big names sidelined, it is evidence that the current tennis schedule is unsustainable, according to the PTPA.

Why Trump selling early access to his posts is causing controversy
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

For up to $US100,000 per month, subscribers can receive the US president's Truth Social posts milliseconds before everyone else. But experts say the bigger question is whether some traders are already getting information much earlier.

The absurdity of Aussie rules football inspires new comedy video game
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

Mixing 1990s-era gameplay aesthetics with silly power-ups, Pro Jank Footy has fun with a national obsession.

First look at designs for new Town Hall Square 'in the heart' of Sydney
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

The new public square will be opposite Town Hall in the heart of Sydney's CBD, promising "the grandeur of a European square".

Federal police urged to investigate 'concerning' subsea cable fault
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

Two subsea cables off the coast of Perth, vital for international communications, suffered a fault over the weekend, and the company that owns them urgently wants to know what happened.

Bird flu drives a 50 per cent cost increase for badminton players
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

While bird flu has only recently reached Australian shores the nation's badminton clubs have been feeling its impact for years.



News from the BBC World Service

Amber heat health alerts for almost all of England as next heatwave begins
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

The amber alerts will be in place until Friday evening to cover high and even extreme temperatures expected through this week.

Councils to get more powers to stop vape and betting shops, PM announces
Posted on Monday August 10, 2026

Prime Minister Andy Burnham said town centres had been "hollowed out" by decades of decline.

New Forest firefighting to continue overnight as cars abandoned
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

One woman says she thought her family's car might go up in flames as the fire took hold on Sunday.

At least 132 killed in Colombia's largest earthquake in years
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

The magnitude 7.4 quake had its epicentre in Chocó province, near the Pacific Coast, but could be felt in cities hundreds of kilometres away.

England set to eliminate hepatitis C
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

England is on track to become one of the first countries in the world to eliminate hepatitis C, a dangerous virus that attacks the liver, figures show.

'I started in my 20s and made £8,000': Why women are often better investors than men
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

Women can make higher returns but only about a quarter of UK women have investments, compared with about 40% of men.

Perseid meteor shower reaches peak: When and where to catch a glimpse
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

On Wednesday night the Perseids will peak offering the best chance of seeing a 'shooting star'.

The lonely Chinese men being conned by fake brides
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

"Flash marriage" scams are an extreme symptom of a demographic crisis long in the making in China.

Watch: What we know about Tupac murder suspect Duane 'Keffe D' Davis
Posted on Monday August 10, 2026

The trial of the 63-year-old former gang boss kicked off on Monday, and he has entered a not guilty plea.

Canada flight cancelled after child refuses to wear seat belt
Posted on Monday August 10, 2026

The incident has sparked a debate over child safety and discipline on commercial planes.

GB's Amy Hunt wins European 100m gold
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

Britain's Amy Hunt has her "coming of age" moment as she storms to 100m glory at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham.

Trump signs order to limit childhood vaccines and split MMR shots
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

The American Academy of Pediatrics calls the recommendation on measles, mumps and rubella shots "dangerous".

Disabled in a heatwave: 'We're talking about survival'
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

Disabled campaigners say the official advice for staying safe in a heatwave can put them in more danger.

My brother was found dead – but police didn't realise for days that he had been shot
Posted on Monday August 10, 2026

Brian Low was murdered while walking his dog by a former colleague whose hatred had festered for years.

'I felt Tourette's would ruin my life, now I teach at Cambridge'
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

Amanda Cole previously hid her condition but now wants others to "tic freely" without embarrassment.

The Papers: '45m Brits in drought' and a 'Not-so-small boats crisis'
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

More of the UK is declared to be in drought an a "mega-dinghy" crossing the Channel leads Tuesday's papers.

'We've had a lot of close calls': Canada wildfire evacuees wonder if they still have homes
Posted on Monday August 10, 2026

More than 12,000 people have been forced to evacuate and some homes have been lost after a wildfire tore through Canada's picturesque Okanagan region.

What he told me made my blood run cold - Michael Sheen investigates Wales' toxic legacy
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

Michael Sheen investigates claims cancer-causing chemicals were dumped across Wales.

No evidence of data breach after Chinese-made component found in Navy drones, MoD says
Posted on Monday August 10, 2026

The Royal Navy's new sea drones were found to include a Chinese-made component which sent communication to a Chinese IP address.

Trump Media reports $238m loss as crypto falls
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

The firm says it will refocus on social media, which includes a plan to sell faster access to Trump's posts.



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