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News from the ABC Australia Head of Victoria's new childcare watchdog vows to protect kids Former Victoria Police deputy commissioner Wendy Steendam assures parents the childcare system is safe, vowing to safeguard children following multiple cases of alleged abuse. Scientist 'shocked' $300m irrigation scheme pushing ahead without studies A $300 million irrigation scheme will supply 37.2 gigalitres of water to farming areas near Hobart from 2030. A scientists fears the taxpayer-funded scheme could put a major river at risk. Why global conflict is reshaping Australian politics US President Donald Trump was yesterday touting an end to the war in Iran, but declaring mission accomplished in Washington will not spare Australian consumers, and politicians, from the economic fallout of the conflict. The link between terrorism and DV could be key to preventing homicide A world-first research project is aiming to prevent family and intimate partner homicides with similar strategies to those being used to tackle terrorism and lone-actor attacks. Turkish police raid opposition party HQ, fire tear gas at supporters The raid marks the end of a three-day stand-off between members of the opposition CHP party and police. The once-promising AFL player hitting home runs in US Major League As a teenager, Curtis Mead had to choose between an iconically Australian sport and America's pastime. He's now hitting home runs in Major League Baseball. Not moving jobs, states or starting businesses: Data says Australians are stuck People are less mobile, less dynamic and more risk-averse than we used to be, a series of economic indicators shows. The migration maths behind the housing crisis is not what politicians claim Arthur Calwell argued migration was essential to national survival. Today, the Coalition says it should depend on how many homes get built, but the economics are far from straightforward. How these people's lives have changed since quitting alcohol Here's what you had to say about leaving alcohol behind and how it's impacted your health, friendships and lifestyle. The generational housing clash reaches a bloody end in this new film Plus the rom-com of yore returns in Finding Emily, the farmyard mystery that's been delighting audiences, and a gory Hollywood video game adaptation filmed on the Gold Coast. Live: F1 faces threat of first wet race in new era, Piastri starts fourth Oscar Piastri starts on the second row of the grid for this morning's Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix. Follow live. Aussie the first winner at French Open after injury retirement James Duckworth gets an easy path into the second round of the French Open after his opponent retires midway through the second set. At least 24 killed in Pakistan train blast claimed by separatist militants A bomb blast has hit a shuttle train carrying Pakistani security personnel and their families in the latest major attack claimed by separatist militants. Perth's Cottesloe revamp to go ahead but more funding needed, says mayor An oceanfront redevelopment at Perth's iconic Cottesloe Beach will go ahead with $15 million in funding, but the mayor says more financial assistance is needed from the state government to complete the project. Trump skips son's wedding due to his 'love of the United States' US President Donald Trump misses his son's wedding ceremony in the Bahamas, citing his "love of the United States" as a key reason to stay in Washington. Politics and faith collide over choice for Tibet's next Dalai Lama Tibetan Buddhists believe the Dalai Lama decides when and where he will reincarnate. But China's ruling Communist Party says it must choose who will replace him. Man charged after 14yo restaurant worker threatened with knife Police say a 30-year-old man who allegedly demanded money from a 14-year-old worker at knifepoint, on the NSW Central Coast, was tackled to the ground by two other men. North Queensland crowd raises record figure for Arrow and MND charity North Queensland climbs into the NRL's top six with an impressive 30-18 victory over South Sydney in Townsville, where fans raise thousands of dollars for the Fight MND charity. Air and land search continues for missing 31-year-old man in Arnhem Land The NT Police Force says it continues to hold concerns for the welfare of the man, who was last seen early on Friday. One dead, 21 feared trapped under rubble after Philippines building collapse Search and rescue operations are underway in the Philippines after a nine-storey building collapsed.  News from the BBC World Service Starmer says case of girls raped by boys spared custody 'appalling' The prime minister said it was "right" that the sentences were being urgently reviewed. Why did I put myself through the pain of going to court, rape victim tells BBC A girl who was raped by two teenage boys has told the BBC that a judge's decision to spare them jail sentences was like a "rock straight in my face". Trump tells US negotiators 'not to rush' into deal with Iran The deal under discussion would involve a 60-day ceasefire extension during which the Strait of Hormuz would be reopened, according to US media. Heatwave conditions met in eight parts of England as record-breaking temperatures forecast The soaring temperatures could lead to new national May temperature records being set on bank holiday Monday. Large-scale Russian attack on Ukraine leaves four dead and dozens injured The Oreshnik missile, which reportedly travels over 10 times the speed of sound, was used, Russia has confirmed. Ebola outbreak poses massive challenges, warns senior charity official Kate White says she is "extremely concerned about the inability to get resources" to the Democratic Republic of Congo. It's like the Olympics, except steroids are allowed The first ever Enhanced Games are taking place this weekend in Las Vegas, with big names, big money and much controversy. Turkish riot police storm opposition offices after leaders ousted Officers forced their way into the building days after the party vowed to defy a court ruling removing its leaders. Blast targeting train kills at least 20 in Pakistan Officials say the train had been transporting military personnel home for Eid when it was attacked by armed separatists. Army runs secret wargames under central London The exercise tested the army's ability to plan military operations involving NATO and UK forces. Saying goodbye to Football Focus after 52 years After Football Focus broadcasts its final episode after 52 years on the air, former presenters and pundits reminisce about the good times. 'Six eggs used to be £1' - why everyday essentials cost so much more now Six supermarket brand eggs cost £1 in 2022. How much are they now, why have they gone up, and is anyone profiteering? I survived a missile strike in the Strait of Hormuz, but my friend has not been found Sunil Puniya was on his first sea job when a missile struck the oil tanker Skylight at the start of the Iran war. Spurred on by the painful death of her dad, Natalie Cassidy trains as a carer The actress's experience caring for her father inspired her to return to education in a new BBC show. New James Bond game shows more vulnerable side to iconic British spy The video game presents a young Bond before he has earned his "00" spy status. Suspect killed after opening fire on Secret Service near White House Officials say a suspect approached a checkpoint near the building and opened fire, and that a bystander was wounded. EasyJet flight diverts to Rome over power bank in luggage Many airlines have toughened their rules on power banks, often requiring that they be stored in hand luggage not checked luggage. BBC at the site of China's worst mining disaster in more than a decade At least 82 people have been killed after a gas explosion at the Liushenyu mine in China. Investigation after 'skeletal remains' found by A617 Police say the remains found are believed to be of one person. Seven flotilla activists detained in Israel arrive back in UK Activists from the flotilla have made numerous allegations of abuse and mistreatment, which the Israeli government denies. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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