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Trump says he asked FIFA to review US striker's World Cup red card Posted on Monday July 06, 2026
Football's European governing body blasts the decision to suspend a US striker's World Cup red-card ban, saying FIFA had "crossed a red line" after US President Donald Trump personally intervened in the case.
Dozens killed and more than 100 injured in Sri Lanka prison riot Posted on Monday July 06, 2026
Victims with cuts and gunshot injuries have been rushed to hospital near the capital Colombo following the country's deadliest prison riot in years.
Hamas to dissolve emergency government in Gaza Posted on Monday July 06, 2026
Hamas officials announced the resignation of senior members of the government, but warned that some people would remain in senior positions in Gaza's administration to "prevent any vacuum that could harm our citizens".
'Disappointing': Prince Harry and King's awkward stand-off over palace Posted on Monday July 06, 2026
The strained relationship between Prince Harry and his father, King Charles III, has been laid bare once again, after an awkward stand-off over accommodation at Buckingham Palace.
China warns Australia over landmark military alliance in the Pacific Posted on Monday July 06, 2026
China has warned Australia not to harm its interests in the Pacific after Anthony Albanese struck a landmark military alliance with Fiji.
Suburban footballer dies after suffering head injury during game Posted on Monday July 06, 2026
Footy player and teacher Nathan Fitzgerald has died after suffering critical head injuries during a reserves game in the city's north on the weekend.
Second Russian attack on Kyiv in less than a week kills 20 Posted on Monday July 06, 2026
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urges NATO to take "strong decisions" on boosting Ukraine's air defences following the strike.
ACT's school language education plan 'not fit for purpose', committee finds Posted on Monday July 06, 2026
The ACT government's blueprint to deliver language education in Canberra public schools is "not fit for purpose", a parliamentary committee finds, prompting calls for the government to once again deliver a centralised ATAR-level language learning plan.
'Disgusting' antisemitic graffiti sprayed on Anzac landmark Posted on Monday July 06, 2026
Swastikas and anti-Jewish abuse were discovered spray-painted on rocks and the historic Plantagenet Battery along Western Australia's south coast.
Alice Springs tourism operators celebrate funding after toughest days Posted on Monday July 06, 2026
After several challenging years for tourism operators in central Australia, there is hope an incentive of free flights for visitors and a new grant fund will supercharge tourism in the region.
'I was feeling threatened': Men removed from Labor conference demand answers Posted on Monday July 06, 2026
As Premier Chris Minns walked into the Sydney Town Hall, greeting delegates ahead of his speech, two men unfurled a Palestinian flag from the second-floor balcony before being escorted from the event by police.
Hobart deputy lord mayor under fire over taking office snacks Posted on Monday July 06, 2026
Despite her apology and the integrity commission dismissing the case, Hobart's deputy mayor is still facing backlash after she took snacks from council premises for her home office.
AFP confirms threat made against Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi Posted on Monday July 06, 2026
Australian Federal Police says a young person was identified and issued a formal warning over an online threat made towards Mr Modi, ahead of his official visit later this week.
Ex-university chancellor fronts ICAC days after handing in resignation Posted on Monday July 06, 2026
Just days after resigning as chancellor at the University of Wollongong (UOW), Michael Still faces the state's corruption watchdog.
SA childcare centre closes for three months after 'very serious' allergy incident Posted on Monday July 06, 2026
South Australia's Education Standards Board says it has "serious concerns" about an Edge Early Learning centre after a child was taken to hospital following an allergen incident, with the centre directed to close immediately for the second time this year.
Swimmer who disappeared from Perth beach 13 years ago likely killed by shark Posted on Monday July 06, 2026
Martyn Tann was last seen at Mullaloo Beach in 2013, with a coroner telling an inquest into his disappearance that she believed he was dead, likely in a shark attack.
New Australian air pressure record brings deep freeze to south-east Posted on Monday July 06, 2026
Preliminary data shows the highest ever pressure in Australia was recorded in Tasmania on Monday morning.
'Pink army' Thunderbirds fans flock to Rundle Mall Posted on Monday July 06, 2026
Hundreds of fans have flocked to Rundle Mall, dressed in pink, to welcome back the Adelaide Thunderbirds following an unforgettable grand final win.
Jury told accused used a 'Razor' scooter to kill axe-wielding man Posted on Monday July 06, 2026
A Supreme Court jury hears a Razor-branded scooter was the alleged murder weapon used to kill a man who was armed with an axe during a violent brawl north of Newcastle.
Man, 34, in custody after girl, 17, found dead in remote NT home Posted on Monday July 06, 2026
Northern Territory Police say the girl was found inside a home in the remote community of Galiwin'ku, and was declared dead at the scene. A 34-year-old man known to the woman has been arrested.
News from the BBC World Service
Trump confirms he asked Fifa boss for review of US striker's ban Posted on Monday July 06, 2026 The US president says Fifa "made the right decision" to suspend Folarin Balogun's one-match ban, adding that otherwise, it would have left a "big stain" on the World Cup. Henderson expected to have surgery on injured wrist Posted on Monday July 06, 2026 Jordan Henderson is expected to have surgery on the wrist injury he sustained while celebrating England's win over Mexico on Monday. Buckingham Palace says Prince Harry will not stay there despite his team announcing he would Posted on Monday July 06, 2026 Royal sources say the Duke of Sussex had not responded to the offer of accommodation at a Royal residence by the deadline last week. 'The spectacle Iran wants the world to see': Lyse Doucet in Tehran for supreme leader's funeral Posted on Monday July 06, 2026 Huge crowds have lined the streets of Tehran for the funeral procession of Iran's late supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Consultants in England vote in favour of NHS strikes Posted on Monday July 06, 2026 The senior doctors in England now have a mandate for strike action over the next 12 months. Amber heat-health alerts issued as UK could see 10 consecutive days of temperatures over 30C Posted on Monday July 06, 2026 Temperatures in the UK could reach above 30C for 10 consecutive days during the third heatwave of the summer Chris Mason: Accusations around Farage leave him looking vulnerable to his rivals Posted on Monday July 06, 2026 The Reform UK leader is in the news and at the heart of the headlines are questions about power, transparency and money. Microsoft cuts 4,800 jobs and shrinks Xbox in 'significant restructure' Posted on Monday July 06, 2026 The sweeping layoffs equate to 2.1% of Microsoft's workforce, with 1,600 immediate job losses at Xbox. Coach told FA footballer Maddy Cusack was a liar, inquest into her death hears Posted on Monday July 06, 2026 Jonathan Morgan says she left out detail about their relationship when speaking to her family. Wildfire in southern France forces evacuation of 10,000 people Posted on Monday July 06, 2026 Tour de France organisers ban spectators from stage three as a wildfire hits the Pyrénées-Orientales region. Frenchman convicted of 2020 murder of wife confesses from jail Posted on Monday July 06, 2026 Cédric Jubillar, who previously denied killing his wife, was convicted despite her body not being found. What Haaland's home town did when Norway beat Brazil Posted on Monday July 06, 2026 Watch how Erling Haaland's hometown of Bryne reacted to their hero scoring both goals as Norway knocked out Brazil to advance to the quarter-final of the World Cup. How England used five mini games to beat Mexico Posted on Monday July 06, 2026 The tactical breakdown of how Thomas Tuchel's 10-man England pulled off a remarkable World Cup win in a hostile Mexico City. All-nighters, phone bans and school screenings - how you watched England's epic win Posted on Monday July 06, 2026 Fans powered through a 02:00 BST kick-off gathering in packed pubs, watching from home, or later on at school. 'It's a very sad day' - Mexican fans react to loss to England Posted on Monday July 06, 2026 Mexico's World Cup campaign ended with a 3-2 defeat to England in Mexico City. England into quarter-finals - what is their path to the final? Posted on Monday July 06, 2026 BBC Sport takes a look at what England will need to do to reach the final after progressing the quarter-finals. The dark side of the Brazilian butt lift boom Posted on Monday July 06, 2026 The aesthetics industry is worth billions but campaigners say there have been numerous cases of serious harm. Why is Farage facing renewed scrutiny over his finances? Posted on Monday July 06, 2026 The Reform UK leader faces further pressure after reports he did not declare support from an ally. From an audience of one to 45,000: Wolf Alice's homecoming gig shows how far they've come Posted on Monday July 06, 2026 The band break out their own version of Smells Like Teen Spirit at their biggest-ever headline show. Wegovy weight loss pill now available in UK - here's what you need to know Posted on Monday July 06, 2026 The once-a-day pill, from the makers of the Wegovy weight-loss jab, can now be bought privately in UK pharmacies.
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