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News from the ABC Australia

Strikes in Gaza kill at least 27 in one of deadliest days since ceasefire
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

Israeli strikes have killed at least 27 Palestinians, marking one of the highest death tolls since the ceasefire last October aimed at stopping the fighting.

Elena Rybakina proves she's no one-hit wonder with maiden AO title
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

A consistent and composed Elena Rybakina claims her maiden Australian Open title by beating world number one Aryna Sabalenka in a thriller three years after her breakout Wimbledon win.

Cummins ruled out of T20 World Cup as Smith snubbed despite stellar form
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

Pat Cummins will miss the T20 World Cup after failing to recover from his back injury, while Steve Smith, fresh from a blistering BBL cameo, isn't named in Australia's final 15-man squad.  

Venezuela announces bill that could lead to mass release of political prisoners
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

The government did not release the text of the bill on Friday, leaving it unclear who will qualify for release.  

Brook says he lied to protect England teammates in NZ nightclub incident
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

England's ODI and T20 captain Harry Brook issues a statement admitting he lied over the nightclub incident on his side's tour of New Zealand last year, saying other teammates were present when he was hit by a bouncer.

Rybakina takes down Sabalenka in stunning Australian Open final
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

Elena Rybakina wins the Australian Open with a stunning three-set victory over world number one Aryna Sabalenka, who loses in the final for the second straight year.

Man accused of posing as talent agent to lure young actors into sex acts
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

The 57-year-old told a Sydney court he posed as a Disney executive because he was "lonely" but only ever shouted people coffee or dinners.

Rudd says he declined Epstein invitation after latest document dump
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

The newly released Epstein documents show the New York sex offender sought a wide-ranging network of political and financial contacts, including former Australian prime minister Kevin Rudd.

Dutch champ dedicates 'emotional' Australian Open win to late coach
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

Paying tribute to his long-time mentor, Niels Vink claims the Australian Open quad wheelchair singles title for the first time. 

Legendary coach axed by Sydney Sixers, Cricket NSW
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

Legendary cricket coach Greg Shipperd is sacked from his dual state and BBL roles in a major shake-up at Cricket NSW.

Why is my migraine worse in summer?
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

For people with migraine, summer can be a double-edged sword. You may be able to relax but glare, heat, and changes to sleeping and diet can make attacks more likely or more severe.

Myanmar's military-backed party wins 'sham' election
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

The military's political party wins the vote in a result regarded as a forgone conclusion, with critics arguing threats and violence forced people to the ballot box in a country wracked by civil war.

Surfer's marathon mission to catch 7,000 waves in 31 days for charity
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

Newcastle surfer Josh Levey goes to extraordinary lengths to raise money for a local homeless charity. 

Police continue to probe Perth family's 'heartbreaking' murder-suicide
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

WA Premier Roger Cook says the deaths of a family of four at their Perth home in an apparent murder-suicide is both "heartbreaking" and "unimaginable". 

Trump announces Washington IndyCar race which could pass White House
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

The capital of the United States will get an IndyCar street race as part of the nation's 250th anniversary of independence celebrations, and President Donald Trump is pushing hard for the race route to pass the White House.

Tyra Banks's 'hot ice cream' went viral. Don't expect to see it called that anymore
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

Reviews have said it "tasted like soggy biscuits" and was "a weird sensation to sip through a straw". Taste aside, something bugged me. How can you call something ice cream if it's not iced?

RFK Jr says seed oils harm our health. We checked the science
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

Claims that seed oils are "toxic" and "inflammatory" are being circulated on social media, but they don't tell the whole story, experts say. 

Why has Asia's largest Muslim nation joined Trump's Board of Peace?
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

Analysts say Asian countries such as Indonesia and Vietnam have signalled support for US President Donald Trump's new Board of Peace, not because they expect changes in Gaza, but to gain access to US trade.

Woman found outside Perth house with life-threatening injuries
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

A 44-year-old woman is rushed to hospital with life-threatening injuries after allegedly being assaulted at a home in suburban Perth overnight.

The emotional toll of the alleged Perth attack on First Nations people
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

Underwhelming public responses in the wake of the alleged attack on an Invasion Day rally in Perth leave First Nations people across Australia feeling their "pain matters less".



News from the BBC World Service

Takeaways from the millions of newly released Epstein files
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

Three million new documents include hundreds of mentions of Trump and emails between Epstein and a person called "The Duke".

Israeli air strikes kill at least 27 Palestinians in Gaza, rescue officials say
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

Israel's military confirmed the strikes, which come during a ceasefire that Israel and Hamas accuse each other of breaking.

Zack Polanski is having fun. But can the Green leader become a serious player?
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

The Greens' new leader has generated a lot of excitement. Can he translate the buzz into electoral success?

Pedro Pascal and Meryl Streep lead tributes to Catherine O'Hara
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

The Canadian comedic actress died in Los Angeles on Friday at the age of 71 following a brief illness.

Ukrainians brace for -20C despite energy truce: 'It will be a catastrophe'
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

Already facing electricity cuts, civilians are struggling to keep warm in their own homes as temperatures are set to plummet.

Labour pick Angeliki Stogia for Gorton by-election
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

The councillor was chosen after Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham was blocked from standing.

Israel eyes regime change in Iran - and is counting on Trump to make it happen
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

Analysts believe PM Netanyahu is urging the US towards maximalist strikes.

I mocked the Saudi leader on YouTube - then my phone was hacked and I was beaten up in London
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

Satirist Ghanem al-Masarir has been awarded £3m in damages, but it's unclear if Saudi Arabia will pay.

Has Harry Styles killed the world tour?
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

Artists including Ariana Grande are opting for longer residencies in key cities rather than touring more locations.

Plan ahead and dress wisely: How to minimise add-on costs when you fly
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

Don't get swept into paying for extras you don't need.

This tiny town is up for sale - but the locals don't want to leave
Posted on Friday January 30, 2026

Residents say the sale of Licola - population, five - jeopardises its future.

What we learned - and didn't - from the Melania documentary
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

Melania, directed by Brett Ratner, provides a fleeting glimpse into the life of the enigmatic first lady.

Rybakina beats Sabalenka for first Australian Open title
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

Elena Rybakina inflicts further Grand Slam final heartbreak on Aryna Sabalenka with a stunning third-set fightback to win the Australian Open.

Student loan system 'fair and reasonable', says Reeves
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

The chancellor's defence comes after Martin Lewis called her freeze on student loans "not a moral thing".

Israel split over plans to bring back death penalty for deadly attacks
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

In a highly controversial move, some Israeli MPs are trying to introduce the death penalty for Palestinian attackers.

Phone lines stay open as tax return deadline looms
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

More than one million people missed the deadline a year ago, according to HM Revenue and Customs.

One wrong move and it could all go wrong - the men clearing deadly undersea Russian mines
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

A team of divers are tasked with de-mining parts of the Black Sea still under Ukraine's control.

US government partially shuts down despite last minute funding deal
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

The soonest the US House of Representatives can vote on the funding deal and end the shutdown is Monday.

Parents want to ban smartphones in schools, but there's one reason they're worried
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

The House of Lords is soon due to debate whether to introduce a legal ban on smartphones in schools.

An ingredient for this curry is missing - and in eight minutes it's at the door
Posted on Saturday January 31, 2026

India's quick-commerce boom means groceries in minutes - but it can be dangerous for riders.



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