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News from the ABC Australia

PM says Australia supports US acting to stop Iran getting nuclear weapons
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

Anthony Albanese says the international community has been clear that the Iranian regime can never be allowed to develop a nuclear weapon".

What we know about Iran strikes and retaliation
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

After weeks of anticipation, Israel fired the first shot on Iran, drawing in the US and sparking retaliatory strikes that have hit several countries.

Power disrupted at Flinders Medical Centre during storm
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

A temporary power disruption has impacted surgery capacity at one of Adelaide's largest hospitals as parts of the state received record rainfall.

Kerr reflects on 'long and hard journey' recovering from repeated injuries
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

Sam Kerr says she is still not at 100 per cent as she details her moments of self-doubt during her return to Matildas colours.

Live: Explosions reported in cities across Middle East as Iranian retaliation puts Israel on alert
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

Israel and the US have attacked Iran, with a swift response from Tehran threatening to widen the conflict across the Middle East. Follow live.

Glitter, sequins and politics at Sydney's Mardi Gras
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

Glitter, sequins and political statements have been at the centre of Sydney's Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade along Oxford Street.

'Bombs will be dropping everywhere,' says Trump as US attacks Iran
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

President Donald Trump says the US has launched a "major operation" in Iran, with Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu labelling the attack a "joint action". 

SA Liberal and Labor to preference David Speirs last at state election
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

Both major parties in South Australia say they will preference former opposition leader David Speirs last at the state election, as he rules out returning to the Liberal Party. 

Why more gen Zs are getting cosmetic injectables such as botox
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

The number of non-surgical cosmetic procedures such as botox has increased by more than 44 per cent worldwide in four years. What's driving the increase?

Triple Melbourne Cup-winning legend Makybe Diva dies from sudden illness
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

The champion racehorse who rose to fame after combining with Glen Boss for three-straight Melbourne Cup wins has died.

Terror police investigate disturbance, white powder at Perth Mosque
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

Terrorism police in Perth investigate a disturbance outside a Perth mosque overnight and the discovery of a "non-suspicious substance" on the footpath outside.

How unprecedented terror charges expose WA's social cohesion issues
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

The charging of two young West Australian men with terror offences show the challenges facing social cohesion, and solving the problem is not going to be easy.

Former Play School host Lorraine Bayly dies, aged 89
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

Lorraine Bayly, star of long-running soap opera The Sullivans and a former Play School host, has died aged 89, after years of ill health. 

First Aboriginal woman to receive PhD at Harvard remembered as 'trailblazer'
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

MaryAnn Bin-Sallik was the first Aboriginal nurse graduate in Darwin and the first Aboriginal person to receive a PhD at Harvard University. Following her death at age 85, the Djaru Elder is being remembered for her work in Indigenous education, health and human rights.

Gorillaz confront grief with Indian music greats on new album
Posted on Friday February 27, 2026

Damon Albarn and Jamie Hewlett discuss how trips to India, grieving and A-list collaborations shaped the latest genre-defying Gorillaz album, The Mountain.

Pride in Protest float excluded from Mardi Gras over 'offensive' posts
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

Mardi Gras organisers have issued a formal warning to Pride in Protest on Friday morning, stating they had breached the parade's terms and conditions.

Libs 'not concerned' by One Nation challenge in Nepean by-election
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

The Liberal Party launches the campaign for candidate Anthony Marsh in the Nepean by-election, following the departure of Sam Groth. 

Tiny Victorian keepsake provides a snapshot of a bygone era
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

While wealthy upper-class colonial families were sitting for expensive studio portraits in the 1880s, many with less money were collecting miniature portraits in tiny photo albums like this one.

Almond industry cracks $1.3 billion mark as Chinese demand rises
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

Australian almonds are breaking records as the trade war between the United States and China rolls on.

FIFO footballers keep clubs in mining communities alive
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

Local football leagues depend on FIFO workers to boost player numbers in remote and regional WA, and the workers say getting involved makes being away from home a little more enjoyable.



News from the BBC World Service

What we know so far
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

Iran has retaliated with a missile barrage towards Israel, while explosions have been heard in Qatar, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.

Bowen: A dangerous moment, but US and Israel see opportunity not to be missed
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

Israel and the US believe Iran's regime is vulnerable, dealing with an economic crisis and the aftermath of protests.

Iran says it has hit US base in Bahrain, as it launches strikes across region
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

Huge plumes of black smoke were seen rising from an area near the headquarters of the US Navy's Fifth Fleet in Manama, Bahrain.

Starmer chairs Cobra meeting over US-Israeli strikes on Iran
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

A government spokesperson says it does not want "further escalation" as air travel disrupted.

Polanski and Farage don't agree. But they have more in common than you might think
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

Despite huge political differences, the Green and Reform leaders have much in common, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

The third man who links Andrew with Jeffrey Epstein
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

For nearly a decade, David Stern acted as a key conduit between Jeffrey Epstein and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.

Bill Clinton asked about hot tub photo and testifies he knew 'nothing' of Epstein crimes
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

The former president told the committee that he would never have flown on Epstein's plane if he "had any inkling of what he was doing".

Mahmood to press on with immigration reforms despite by-election defeat
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

The home secretary is to double down on plans for Danish-style restrictions on asylum seekers.

Captured off guard: The art of the snatched backseat car photo
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is the latest in a long line of famous people photographed in the back of a car.

Formula 1's new golden age of celebrity may have just begun
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

As the eighth series of Netflix's hugely popular Drive To Survive is released this weekend, has Formula 1 become one big star playground?

'It feels like my brain is trying to be the class clown' - the reality of Tourette's
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

After a week of Tourette's in the spotlight, BBC News speaks to people with the condition about what it's like to live with.

Resident Evil Requiem's director on redefining the survival horror genre
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

Director Koshi Nakanishi says balancing action and horror within the game has been a huge challenge.

Six things to look out for in tonight's Brit Awards ceremony
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

Will there be a tribute to Ozzy Osbourne? And will Taylor Swift break her losing streak?

These filmmakers know exactly how to get you hooked on bizarre one-minute dramas
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

The business depends on packing a punch right away because the first five to 10 episodes are free.

Cruz Beckham launches music career, having fun amid family drama
Posted on Friday February 27, 2026

Can David and Victoria's youngest son escape the "nepo baby" label and find success with his band?

Rent tops £1,000 a month in more areas - find out where
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

The cost of renting privately has surged in the last five years, but tenants may now see a slowdown.

Inside the £3.25m castle bought by Celebrity Traitors winner Alan Carr
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

The property in the Borders is described as one of Scotland’s "most important historic houses".

Kaye Adams not returning to BBC Scotland radio role
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

The presenter was taken off air on BBC Radio Scotland last year following an internal complaint about her conduct.

New £20 Harry Styles tickets axed over tout fears
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

Ticketmaster says it has cancelled some new tickets for Harry Styles One Night Only Manchester show.

First full Moon of spring set to rise in UK skies this week
Posted on Saturday February 28, 2026

How and when to see the 2026 Worm Moon in March.



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