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News from the ABC Australia 'Mum's addicted to Candy Crush': Is it only young people hooked on screens? The focus of discussion around screen time is on teenagers and young adults, but young people say they are noticing older people are in the grips of their devices too. Three people die in car crash south of Brisbane Two cars collided on Waterford Tamborine Road in Yarrabilba yesterday afternoon, leaving three people dead and three others with serious injuries. Winter Olympics 2026 quick guide: What to watch today Find out what's on at the Winter Olympics in Milan today. Retinol is booming, but doctors don't recommend it for pregnant women Retinoids are called the "gold standard of skincare" but advice about their safety for pregnant women — even in over-the-counter skincare products like retinol — is not clear. Photographer turns cartwheels to snap the perfect horse picture From leaf blowers to dance moves, photographers use every trick they can think of to get the perfect shot for the biggest performance-horse sale in the southern hemisphere. Next federal budget to 'lift speed limit' on economy, treasurer says Treasurer Jim Chalmers says the federal government's budget in May will focus on productivity, spending restraint and tax reform. Savannah Guthrie says she will pay ransom for return of her mother In a video posted to Instagram, the host of NBC's Today Show appears to directly address her mother's kidnappers, telling them she and her siblings have "received your message, and we understand". 'Sabotage' claims as trains delayed on Winter Olympics opening weekend Police are investigating three incidents of damage on lines around Bologna, and have not ruled out a potential link to the Milan Cortina Games. 'Oblivious' bush ravers putting themselves and locals at risk Authorities are increasingly concerned with the fire risk posed by unsanctioned raves, known as bush doofs, held in WA's state forests and national parks. New Queensland hate speech laws to ban slogans and symbols The laws to be introduced in parliament this week will ban the phrases "globalise the intifada" and "from the river to the sea", as well as offensive symbols. 3 Doors Down frontman Brad Arnold dies after cancer battle Brad Arnold, a founder and the lead singer of American rock band 3 Doors Down, dies nine months after revealing he had kidney cancer.  Korean cryptocurrency exchange accidentally gives away $60b in bitcoin A South Korean cryptocurrency exchange apologises after mistakenly transferring more than $60 billion worth of bitcoin to users, which briefly prompted a sell-off on the platform. Hobart zip-line idea emerges again — but not on the mountain Another zip-line is being proposed for public land near Hobart, almost a year after the last proposal on Kunanyi/Mt Wellington was knocked back by the Hobart City Council. Valentino Guseli's 'massive personal win' during big air final It was 18 months ago that Valentino Guseli blew out his ACL attempting a backside 1800 at the Beijing big air. At the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics snowboard big air final, he put that ghost to rest. They were told kids 'didn't read' in this town, they opened a bookshop anyway In one of Australia's most disadvantaged regions, more known for its lead than its literature, a couple wanted to open a book store but were told children didn't read books there. They did it anyway, and it went on to become a "world class" institution. The slow death of Starmer's prime ministership after Mandelson's 'betrayal' Starmer's decision to hand the plum job of UK ambassador in Washington to Lord Peter Mandelson, despite knowing Mandelson had maintained a friendship with Jeffrey Epstein well past Epstein's conviction for soliciting underage prostitution, may simply be too large an error of judgement for the public to accept. Police make arrest after early morning church blaze A man is due to be questioned by police after a church in Melbourne's west caught fire in the early hours of this morning. WHO says one person dead from Nipah virus in Bangladesh A woman dies in northern Bangladesh after contracting the deadly Nipah virus infection. Fires and extreme heat expose ancestral remains in Victoria Ancestral remains that could be thousands of years old have been uncovered by erosion, dust storms and bushfires in Victoria. BREAKING: Coalition reunited after last-minute deal The Liberal and Nationals have reached a breakthrough deal to reunite the Coalition after 11th-hour talks. News from the BBC World Service Foreign Office to review Mandelson's US ambassador pay-off A pay-off given to Lord Mandelson after he was sacked as ambassador to the US is being reviewed, Foreign Office sources tell the BBC. MPs are shocked and angry at Mandelson - but they're furious with Starmer Many Labour insiders say Sir Keir may not be the man to take them to the next election, writes Laura Kuenssberg. Savannah Guthrie says 'we will pay' for mother's safe return "We received your message," the US news anchor says in the latest video plea for the return of her mother Nancy Guthrie, 84, who is believed abducted. GB reach curling semi as Muir impresses in slopestyle qualification Team GB's mixed doubles curlers clinched their place in the Winter Olympics semi-finals with two matches to spare, after statement victories over heavyweights Canada and United States maintained their 100% record. Italy says railways hit by 'serious sabotage' as Winter Olympics begin Police say they are investigating three incidents targeting rail infrastructure that caused travel delays. Why Prince William's Saudi Arabia visit is a diplomatic maze The Prince of Wales has been on many official visits - but few places are as sensitive or controversial as Saudi Arabia. Dozens of flood warnings in England after days of non-stop rain Rain has fallen in south-west England and south Wales every day of 2026 so far, the Met Office says. Team GB skeleton helmet appeal dismissed by Cas The British skeleton team - among Team GB's best hopes for medals at the Winter Olympics - will not be able to wear their new helmets after the Court of Arbitration for Sport said they do not comply with the sport's rules around shape. 'Clutch' final jump gives Japan star big air snowboard gold Watch Japan's Kira Kimura win gold in the men's big air snowboarding final, as his last jump scores highest to beat compatriot Ryoma Kimata. Will Vonn do the unthinkable and win gold? Veteran skier Lindsey Vonn is a "iconic superhuman athlete" and is "risking everything" by racing with an anterior cruciate ligament injury on Sunday, says former Olympic skier Chemmy Alcott. GB's medal hope Brookes starts campaign - Sunday's Winter Olympics guide What's happening and who to look out for at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina. No big names. No big budget. But Heated Rivalry is a big hit The made-on-a-shoe-string, Canadian-produced series is taking the world by storm. The Papers: 'Pay off for Mandelson' and 'relegation battle' The continued fallout from the government's handling of the Peter Mandelson scandal dominates Sunday's papers. How Britain became a fried chicken nation An internet craze for American-style chicken has come to the UK, but what does it mean for traditional chippies? 'I’m obsessed with bar livestreams. All the drama of a night out - from my sofa' There's been a surge in people watching such streams on TikTok, but bars say they face sanctions. My car was stolen. Here are six important things I learned Keyless thefts are on the rise and car crime is increasingly organised and high-tech. King Charles to host Nigeria's first UK state visit in 37 years President Bola Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu will be guests at Windsor Castle from 18 to 19 March. Hillsborough parents' 'last battle for daughters' Jenni and Trevor Hicks are leading a new campaign to correct official court records from the 1990s. Japan votes in snap election as PM Takaichi takes a gamble Observers say Sanae Takaichi's personal popularity may boost the ruling party's showing at the polls. Famous but deadly kite flying festival returns after 19-year ban After injuries and fatalities caused by sharp strings, falls and celebratory gunfire, an event that dates back centuries returns. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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