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News from the ABC Australia

Trump says he 'would love' third term but rules out vice-president run
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

US President Donald Trump has ruled out running for vice-president in 2028, which some supporters have suggested could see him circumvent a constitutional bar against serving a third term.

Ten face trial accused of cyberbullying France's first lady Brigitte Macron
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

Ten people to go on trial over cyberbullying of French President Emmanuel Macron's wife Brigitte Macron after they allegedly made "malicious" comments online spreading claims she is a man.

Lithuania set to close Belarus border after balloon disruptions
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

Lithuania has drawn up plans to shut its border crossings with Belarus indefinitely, after the capital's airport was repeatedly disrupted by suspected sightings of balloons carrying contraband cigarettes.

ACT 'beginning to see change' two years on from drug decriminalisation
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

Advocates say since the ACT decriminalised "personal use" amounts of some illicit drugs, the territory has seen a shift toward meaningful harm reduction, but others are calling for those laws to be repealed, saying they are not working as intended.

'Might all end in tears': Central bankers watching global markets
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

The Reserve Bank governor tells a Sydney gathering of economists she and her overseas counterparts are perplexed by what they call "sanguine" financial markets. They question is whether it will "all end in tears".

Perth commercial bakery fire sparks sliced bread shortage
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

A fire at an industrial bread facility in Perth's south causes a shortage of sliced bread on supermarket shelves across Western Australia.

Tens of thousands to be without power overnight in south-east Queensland
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

More than 25,000 people are without power after south-east Queensland has been hit by storms, smoke, fires and winds.

Kununurra leaders say night space key to solving youth crime
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

As juveniles in Kununurra continue to be arrested over car thefts, community leaders and the government are looking for solutions 

Bureau of Meteorology defends unpopular new weather website
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

In a week of wild weather across the country, the Bureau of Meteorology's new website missed the mark.

Neo-Nazi leader Thomas Sewell claims Ballarat rally was political
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

Photos and videos shown to a Victorian court capture a racially charged speech given by Thomas Sewell before he leads a group of 30 masked men through Ballarat.

17yo charged over alleged stabbing murder in Hobart
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

A youth has been charged by Tasmania Police after a 20-year-old man died in an alleged stabbing near Hobart's Salamanca Place late on Saturday.

Fans miss Indian megastar's Sydney concert over religious dagger ban
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

Concertgoers who had tickets to see an Indian music superstar have been offered a refund after refusing to leave their Sikh dagger at the gate.

Argentina's Javier Milei wins in decisive midterms as Trump looms large
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

Argentina's libertarian President Javier Milei has won decisive victories in the midterm elections, in an election where Donald Trump loomed large. 

Family mourns loss of man missing in waters off Melbourne
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

The family of a man who was on a small boat that capsized on Friday night say they are mourning the loss of their uncle, brother and friend, as police scale back their search.

Man charged after Darwin priest stabbed in face with pen while setting up for mass
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

Police charge a 38-year-old man who allegedly stabbed a Darwin priest in the face with a pen while he was setting up for evening mass.

One-punch killer Joshua Berrigan sentenced to 10 years' jail
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

The family of a 43-year-old one-punch attack victim told his killer their lives "have been shattered beyond recognition" during an emotional Queensland court hearing.

Man accused of lighting bushfire while wearing mask, cape denied bail
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

Police allege a 37-year-old man lit six fires at Valley Lake, near Mount Gambier, at night while wearing a silver cape and a black mask, after allegedly stealing a cask of wine from a liquor store.

Why Cam Green staying at No.3 could help get the best out of Steve Smith
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

With Cam Green and Steve Smith shaping as the mostly likely candidates to be selected as Australia's No.3 for this summer's Ashes, selectors face a choice between pragmatism and tradition.

'Spreading like wildfire': Schwarzenegger criticises gerrymandering surge
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

Former California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger has expressed concern over the "crazy gerrymandering" that is taking place across the US.

EPA may restore licence for Melbourne west tip burning six years
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

A company responsible for a tip that has been on fire for nearly six years may be allowed to keep its landfill licence, the ABC can reveal. 



News from the BBC World Service

Reform MP's comments 'ugly' but intention was not racist, Farage says
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

Sarah Pochin apologised after complaining about adverts being "full" of black and Asian people.

Romanian grooming gang jailed for raping 10 women in Dundee
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

The four men and one woman plied their victims with drugs at various properties in Dundee.

Where could Prince Andrew end up if he leaves Royal Lodge?
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

Prince Andrew's links with Jeffrey Epstein have prompted calls for him to be removed from his mansion.

Chancellor hints at tax and spend shift to cushion Budget
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

Reeves said she wanted to ensure the UK had sufficient headroom to provide resilience against future shocks.

Trump says he would 'love to' run in 2028
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

But he rules out running for vice-president, an idea floated by supporters to circumvent the constitution that bars him from running again.

Home Office squandered billions on asylum hotels, MPs say
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

"Flawed contracts" and "incompetent delivery" left the department unable to cope with demand for asylum accommodation, a report by MPs suggests.

Category 5 Hurricane Melissa could be strongest to ever hit Jamaica
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

Melissa has been upgraded to a category five storm and could become Jamaica's strongest on record.

Academic wins payout over portrayal in Steve Coogan's Richard III film
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

Richard Taylor sued Steve Coogan and two production companies over his portrayal in the movie.

Trial begins for 10 accused of sexist cyber-bullying of Brigitte Macron
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

The defendants are accused of spreading unsubstantiated claims over Mrs Macron's gender and sexuality.

Mpox cases in Europe prompt UK officials to issue vaccine reminder
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

UK health officials are encouraging gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men to be vaccinated.

Why so many UK homes are still dangerously mouldy - years after this toddler died
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

Despite outcry over a British toddler’s death, mould remains a problem in many homes - so are new law changes enough?

Inside Syria's jail for IS suspects as officials say attacks by group are rising
Posted on Sunday October 26, 2025

Kurdish counter-terrorism officials tell the BBC so-called Islamic State cells in Syria are regrouping and increasing attacks.

I had to make up girlfriends while in the Navy
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

Navy veteran Roly Woods was forced to hide his sexuality while serving, because of the "gay ban".

In Russia's 'blitz' of Ukraine, the question of appeasement is back
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

A large gulf remains between the US and European view of how to end the Ukraine war.

How to beat the unbeatable - can anybody stop Australia?
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

BBC Sport and data analysts CricViz look at the stats behind Australia's dominance in one-day internationals, and how their opposition might be able to beat them.

King unveils new memorial to LGBT veterans after gay ban campaign
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

A memorial is unveiled dedicated to gay military personnel and to those who served during the armed forces gay ban.

International troops won't want to enforce Gaza peace, says King of Jordan
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

King Abdullah tells the BBC there would need to be peace in Gaza before any international forces were deployed.

Prisons begin extra checks after migrant sex offender released in error
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

The government has introduced new mandatory procedures after the accidental release of Hadush Kebatu from Chelmsford prison on Friday.

Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau pictured holding hands at Paris event
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

The pop singer and former Canadian prime minister were pictured over the weekend, fueling relationship speculation.

Sheffield Wednesday have 'four or five serious bidders', administrators say
Posted on Monday October 27, 2025

Sheffield Wednesday's joint administrator says they have received "four or five" serious bids and the club could have new owners by the end of the year.



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