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News from the ABC Australia

Pete Hegseth vows to fight 'farce' impeachment push
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth vows to fight a push to impeach him, describing the effort as a farce and a stunt and likening it to past impeachments of President Donald Trump.

Fresh round of Ukraine-Russia talks held as Trump insists peace close
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

Envoys from Kyiv, Moscow and Washington DC discuss security guarantees, territorial concessions and a Europe-wide security framework at their first meeting since February.

US moves aircraft from UK base amid reported Iran threat
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

Iran has denied any links to specific attacks in Britain, but its Revolutionary Guards have said airbases used by US forces there and in other countries are legitimate targets. 

Eleven unknown Australian soldiers killed in WWI formally identified
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

The 11 Australian soldiers killed in World War I, who were long commemorated as unknown soldiers, have been identified through extensive historical research, archaeological investigations, and DNA analysis.

'Please don't taser me': Canberra woman sues police over use of force
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

An Aboriginal woman who was tasered by officers during an arrest at a Canberra bus stop is suing ACT Policing.

Adelaide council backflips on fossil fuel ad ban amid Tour Down Under fears
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

Councillors have wound back a motion passed weeks ago that would have blocked fossil fuel advertisers on council property.

Trailblazing diabetes educator named 2027 NT Australian of the Year
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

Helen Lamech has spent decades working to improve health outcomes for people in the Northern Territory. Now, the NT's new Australian of the Year hopes to take her diabetes advocacy to the national stage.

Khawaja denies starting 'witch hunt' over Sandpapergate claims
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

Usman Khawaja rejects claims he has reopened some of Australian crickets biggest wounds just to sell copies of his new book as he admits concerns it may have damaged friendships.

South32 refinery workers strike as $8b Alcoa takeover looms
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

More than 100 South32 workers have walked off the job at one of the world's biggest alumina refineries ahead of a takeover by US mining giant Alcoa.

22yo jockey dies from injuries sustained in race fall
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

Jockey Izzy Neale has died "surrounded by family and friends", her family says in a statement released by Racing NSW.

Truck driver sentenced to community service over 2023 NT train derailment
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

A truck driver has been sentenced to a community corrections order over a "catastrophic" train derailment outside Katherine that injured two men in 2023.

Firm embroiled in Nvidia scandal linked to Australian newsagent worker
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

The Australian subsidiary of the firm at the centre of the alleged Nvidia spy scandal lists a newsagent worker as it sole director.

Jillaroos spring a surprise as teams are named for World Cup finals
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

Australia has named its men's and women's sides for this Sunday's Rugby League World Cup finals against New Zealand, including a surprise Jillaroos call.

Surf Lakes to sell dormant Yeppoon prototype site
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

The wave pool was a world-first prototype at the time and gained attention from surfing champions but in recent years has sat abandoned.

Wind farm approval will see 300-metre-high turbines erected in southern NSW
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

Turbines almost as tall as the Eiffel Tower are set to be erected near Hay in southern NSW after a major wind-farm project gets approval from the Independent Planning Commission. 

Man jailed for performing Nazi salute during court hearing
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

A 43-year-old man who performed a Nazi gesture towards police and later via video link during a Hobart court hearing has been sentenced to two months' imprisonment.

Lifeguard in tears as she recalls drowning of nine-year-old boy
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

A 17-year-old lifeguard who had only been working for two weeks went into "shock" after retrieving a drowning nine-year-old boy.

Night surfing trial gets green light despite concerns about sharks
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

The proposal to trial night surfing as part of a World Surf League event at Snapper Rocks next year is backed by the Gold Coast City Council. 

Preschooler hospitalised with suspected snakebite in northern Victoria
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

The pre-school aged girl is in hospital awaiting further investigations after a suspected snakebite.

Floreat killer a ‘sad man’ who was ‘reeling’ after wife left him, inquest hears
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

The premeditated actions of a man who shot dead a mother and daughter in their Perth home showed "high-level" planning and it's unlikely his neurological conditions were a contributing factor, a court hears.



News from the BBC World Service

US military aircraft leave second UK base
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

The departures come weeks after the US withdrew bombers from RAF Fairford airbase over a suspected Iran-linked security incident.

Met Police investigating more 'potential criminal allegations' about Brand
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

Det Supt Andy Furphy says the force had received "several reports during the trial and since the trial".

Sales of tinned food and bottled water jump after 'Be Ready' campaign launch
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

Sales of essential goods such as hand sanitiser soar after the government called on households to be prepared for emergencies.

Carrick's Man Utd future to be decided at Wednesday meeting
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick's future will be discussed at a meeting in Monaco on Wednesday.

Watch: Meghan's first public appearance since father arrested
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

Meghan arrived at the European Parliament in Brussels with her husband, Prince Harry, who delivered a speech about online child safety.

Arrests made in Mohamed Al Fayed probe in France, police say
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

The Ritz hotel in Paris, which is still owned by the Al Fayed family, is one of the properties searched by police.

Israel's new parliament sworn in as leaders compete to form government
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

Benjamin Netanyahu's main political rival, Gadi Eisenkot, has first chance to build a new government and oust the prime minister.

Tories pledge to cut benefits for children with 'milder cases' of ADHD
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

Conservative shadow minister Helen Whately says the system risks putting children on a "conveyor belt" towards a "lifetime on benefits".

Anthropic heads for lower than expected $1.3 trillion valuation in stock market debut
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

The AI company behind the Claude chatbot will offer its shares at between $70 and $78.

Kim Kardashian's Skims offers refunds for $148 advent calendar after backlash
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

The contents of the calendar, including hair clips and keychains, have been widely criticised on social media.

The superpower battle over energy – and what it means for your bills
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

A tug-of-war between China and the US could have a big impact on energy costs, but who will win?

David Walliams' career and controversies including Britain's Got Talent and Little Britain
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

The entertainer shot to fame on Little Britain and also has best-selling series of children's books.

How did Mildenhall become crucial to the US Air Force?
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

RAF Mildenhall is the main European refuelling tanker base for US forces in Europe.

'There is no justice' - Epstein survivor on how model agency sent her to abuser's home
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

A woman says an agency boss sent her to photoshoots at the sex offender's Florida beach home.

Faisal Islam: What the boss of US tech giant Nvidia told me about China and national security
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

Huang, who is now being investigated over an affair with an alleged Chinese spy, is far more important to the future of the world order than other tech bosses.

I took Vinted to court to get my money back
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

The BBC hears from Vinted sellers who describe difficulties accessing money held in their online wallets.

Football Manager introduces wheelchair-using boss in boost to video game representation
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

The popular series now allows fans to play as a wheelchair user - something that is still rare in games.

Phones to be banned from pupils' bags or pockets under stricter rules for schools in England
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

The government says it is strengthening its guidance for schools in England, which came into force in June.

York man, 19, shot and injured in Krakow attack
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

Harry Marchant, 19, is in a stable condition after being shot, his family confirms.

Iran rejects French claims it was behind supermarket fridge hacking
Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026

Tons of chilled and frozen food was spoiled last month as fridges and freezers in hundreds of supermarkets heated up.



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