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News from the ABC Australia

Chaos, crowds and Kurt Cobain: Big Day Out's wild beginning
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

How the first Big Day Out in 1992 turned a risky idea into a landmark moment in Australian music history.

After a horror week of shark attacks, how do we sift facts from fear?
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

As a devoted ocean swimmer, I've learned to accept the risk of exploring an ocean that is not my natural habitat.

Getting divorced becomes a successful 'career move' for Kasey Chambers
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Kasey Chambers wins three Golden Guitars in Tamworth, including Single and Song of the Year for a track she penned with her ex-husband Shane Nicholson.  

Russia attacks Ukraine ahead of second day of peace talks with US
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Russian attacks on Ukraine have killed at least one person and wounded 31, as negotiators from both countries and the US prepare to meet for a second day of peace talks.

Heartbroken Osaka concedes she couldn't play through injury at Aus Open
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Naomi Osaka pulls the pin on her Australian Open campaign, handing Maddison Inglis her first appearance in the fourth round at a major.

Travel-weary Sixers aim to turn tables on Scorchers in BBL decider
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

After a taxing, cross-continental travel journey to Sunday's BBL decider, the Sydney Sixers are set for one final push against the all-conquering Scorchers at Perth Stadium. 

Hottest 100 of 2025 - featuring Playlunch, Olivia Dean, Tame Impala and RAYE
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

It's that time again, triple j has counted down the year's Hottest 100 songs as voted by the public, celebrating all the incredible music that soundtracked our lives in 2025.

'Got lucky': Sinner admits Aus Open heat rule rescued title defence
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Had the Australian Open's extreme heat protocols not taken effect, Janik Sinner wonders if he would still be in the tournament. 

'Howling wind': residents still indoors as Tropical Cyclone Luana passes
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Tropical Cyclone Luana edges closer to the Kimberley town of Derby as a category one system.

Bushfire jumps containment lines in Victoria's Otways as temperatures soar
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

A bushfire threatens communities in south-western Victoria after it escapes control lines on Saturday afternoon, as a heatwave continues to scorch the state.

Aus Open organisers forced to suspend matches amid extreme heat
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Extreme heat protocols kick into gear at Melbourne Park, as the stifling weather conditions wreak havoc with the Australian Open tournament's schedule.

'Dead rat': Foul-smelling flower in full bloom in Adelaide
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Cheese, fermented cabbage, roadkill – these are how some people have described the smell emitting from a corpse flower that has finally bloomed at the Adelaide Botanic Garden.

Seven dead, 82 missing in Indonesia landslide
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

The landslide was reported in the West Bandung region of Indonesia's West Java province, according to the nation's agency spokesperson Abdul Muhari.

Multiple businesses damaged in Hobart industrial fire
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Fire in industrial warehouse causes "toxic" black smoke to billow out, the structure to collapse and damage to multiple businesses. Crews have been able to bring it under control.

Family plan to return their 'baby girl' home following K'gari autopsy
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Piper James loved to start her days on K'gari by swimming alone at sunrise. Now her family is planning her final journey home.

Queensland police charge fourth person over alleged murder and torture of Andrew Burow
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

A fourth person has now been charged over the alleged murder and torture of Andrew Burow after he disappeared from his Brisbane home last year.

Vine loses teammates on blistering fourth TDU stage
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Jay Vine loses two teammates on a blistering fourth stage of the Tour Down Under, but retains his overall lead as Ethan Vernon claimed the stage victory.

12yo shark attack victim dies in hospital
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Nico Antic, the 12-year-old boy who suffered serious leg injuries after being bitten by a shark in Sydney's east has died in hospital.

US to take step back in monitoring North Korea threat
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

The United States says it intends to play a "more limited" role in deterring nuclear-powered North Korea, shifting the burden of responsibility onto South Korea.

'Why not an Olympic medal?' Teen star soars to X-Games silver
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Indra Brown continued her extraordinary form heading into the 2026 Winter Olympics with a silver medal at the X-Games in Aspen.



News from the BBC World Service

Andy Burnham seeks permission to stand in by-election to become MP
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

He said in a statement that he wants to back the Labour government "not undermine it".

Trump says UK soldiers in Afghanistan 'among greatest of all' after anger over Nato remarks
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

The US president's praise follows his claim that allied forces avoided the front lines during the Afghanistan conflict.

Pier washes away and railway sea wall crumbles in storm
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Part of a historic pier washes away and a sea wall next to a railway line crumbles as Storm Ingrid lashes Devon and Cornwall.

Labour wants to shake up the police - but will that solve 'everyday crime epidemic'?
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

The home secretary is promising the biggest policing reform in centuries, but she faces a fight, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

Two days of peace talks end as Russia continues Ukraine attacks
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

There is no apparent breakthrough as the three-way talks conclude and Russia maintains its bombardment.

How Soviet urban planning helped Russia leave millions freezing in Ukraine
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Thousands of people are affected when heating plants are targeted by Russian forces.

The Traitors best moments: From explosive bust-ups to secret relationships
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

As another series ends, we look back at the most memorable moments from Stephen's facial expressions to Matt's proposition.

Four attacks in 48 hours: How east Australia's beaches became a 'perfect storm' for sharks
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Human-shark encounters in Australia are rising - but experts are keen to point out it isn't the animals' fault.

Women filmed secretly for social media content - and then harassed online
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

So-called manfluencers wearing smart glasses approach women and then post videos to TikTok and Instagram.

Tragic chapter on the trains sends rail superpower Spain into crisis
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Spain's vaunted reputation for its high-speed network has been humbled by disaster on the railways.

China places highest-ranking general under investigation
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

President Xi has been accused of using investigations to purge political rivals.

Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariffs over China trade deal
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Trump made the threat in a social media post as tensions rise between the US and its northern neighbour.

I have to go home and tell my children it's not nice to lie, says The Traitors' Rachel
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

From poker faces to genuine shock, Rachel's game face was on par to get her through some serious heat amongst fellow competitors.

Climber delays Netflix-streamed skyscraper challenge over rain
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Alex Honnold is attempting to scale one of the world's tallest buildings, Taipei 101 in Taiwan.

Stuck between the US and Russia, Canada must prove it can defend its Arctic territory
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Canada has been boosting its forces in the Arctic in the face of new threats - and US concerns.

NHS cancer gene database to identify patients at risk
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

Thousands of people in England will be able to check whether they have genes linked to cancer.

Pentagon to offer 'more limited' support to US allies in defence strategy shift
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

The Pentagon's new National Defense Strategy also says China is no longer the top security priority for the US.

Police officers to be told they must get work licence or face dismissal
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

The plans are part of a raft of measures aimed at the reform of police forces in England and Wales.

'Rescued men still owe hotel bill three weeks later'
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

The mountain rescue team says it feels obliged to settle the debt on their behalf.

German FA official wants World Cup boycott talks
Posted on Saturday January 24, 2026

A German football association official believes it is time to consider a boycott of the 2026 World Cup in the wake of United States President Donald Trump's actions.



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