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News from the ABC Australia

Christian villager describes 45-minute Israeli attack in Lebanon's south
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

Bashir was injured when Israel attacked his home in a Christian village in Lebanon's south, where many residents refuse to leave despite threats of destruction.

US intelligence says Chinese satellite imagery of bases is helping Iran
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

A Chinese company's publication of AI-enhanced satellite imagery of US bases in the Middle East is helping Iranian forces identify targets, US intelligence believes.

Iran's 'maritime tollbooth' could be start of dangerous new era
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

If Iran's idea of charging ships to pass through maritime choke points catches on, we are entering a new era of much more expensive, more dangerous global shipping.

A mass sighting, zero evidence and a UFO mystery still hovering 60 years on
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

Flying saucers, balloons or mass hysteria? It's 60 years today since Australia's biggest UFO sighting took place at a Melbourne school. Witnesses are still demanding answers about what happened that day.

A great gift or unexpected curse? Reflections on life as a new retiree
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

While time is retirement's great gift, it can become a curse for anyone who has devoted decades to a career and then suddenly wakes up with relevance deprivation syndrome and no firm plan on what comes next, writes Matt Eaton.

Quiz: How well do you know your history?
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

Where was the Venus de Milo found? And what common household item first went on sale in April 1827?

7yo girl dies after ATV rollover in Adelaide's north-east
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

The Easter long weekend also saw two motorcyclists lose their lives in a separate crash in the Adelaide Hills. 

Tim Tszyu dominates Denis Nurja to claim title in Wollongong
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

Tim Tszyu has won the WBO international middleweight title with a lopsided unanimous points win over Albanian Denis Nurja in Wollongong.

Fiji cruise ship runs aground after hitting reef near 'Cast Away island'
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

Thirty passengers have reportedly been rescued after a cruise ship ran aground on a reef near the island where the film Cast Away was shot.

'Struggling massively': Farmer finds it hard to put food on the table
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

Soaring fuel costs and interest rates are forcing some South Australians to change their travel plans as a small producer says he has struggled to put food on the table.

US F-15 airman rescued in Iran after special forces operation
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

US President Donald Trump confirms an American airman has been rescued in a daring night operation by US special forces.

Australians find joy amid global uncertainty in Easter celebrations
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

Christians of all denominations gather at churches and cathedrals to mark Easter and reflect on their faith amid recent global turmoil. 

Bulldogs down plucky Bombers but lose two more players to injury
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

The Western Bulldogs hold off an Essendon fight back to triumph by 34 points, but will sweat on the fitness of Artie Jones and Tim English, who both limped off at Docklands.

Japan assures Australia will get 'normal supply' of fuel
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

Fuel will continue to flow from Japan into Australia under assurances given during recent talks between the two countries. 

The Kremlin's internet purge is like 'the Soviet era on steroids'
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

The Kremlin is increasing its efforts to dictate the narrative in Russia by shutting off the internet, restricting foreign messenger apps and punishing citizens for speaking out.

Lily's grandmother defied 50s' social norms to be both an artist and a mother
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

A new show at the Heide Museum of Modern Art explores how the famous Heide Circle reimagined the family in radical ways in the 50s and 60s.

Raiders' season lurches towards disaster as Knights run riot
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

The reigning minor premiers are in freefall after Canberra slumped to a fourth-straight loss at the hands of a resurgent Knights outfit. 

Kings break NBL trophy after dramatic overtime win as 36ers blow late lead
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

After trailing by six points late in regulation time, a dominant overtime display has earned the Sydney Kings a 113-101 victory in the fifth and deciding match of the NBL Finals.

It hosted Kidman and Luhrmann, now famed regional cinema is up for sale
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

It's the cinema good enough for Luhrmann, Jackman and Kidman, and now this North Queensland icon is up for sale after 64 years.

Huge sea turtle rescued after being discovered stranded upside down
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

A large sea turtle, estimated to be at least 30 years old and weighing more than 50 kilograms, is recovering in a wildlife sanctuary after being spotted stuck in dunes on a northern NSW beach. 



News from the BBC World Service

How downed F-15 US airman was rescued inside Iran
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

The US has rescued the missing crew member of the US F-15 fighter jet which was shot down over southern Iran.

Artemis's stunning Moon pictures - science or holiday photos?
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

The story behind the beautiful pictures beamed back to Earth from the Artemis II astronauts.

Pepsi withdraws as UK festival sponsor after Kanye West backlash
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

Sir Keir Starmer says it is "deeply concerning" the rapper is set to headline a festival after recent antisemitic comments.

Hungary alleges plot to blow up gas pipeline ahead of election
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

The incident comes a week before the polls, and follow warnings of a potential operations staged to influence voters.

Royals attend Windsor Easter Sunday service
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

Andrew-Mountbatten Windsor and his family are absent from the traditional family event.

Pope Leo calls for global leaders to choose peace in his first Easter Mass
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

Pope Leo XIV addressed thousands of worshippers gathered in St Peter's Square on Easter Sunday in his first address as pontiff.

Family 'utterly devastated' after boy, 13, killed in crash as two charged
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

Noah Campbell's family say he was a "talented, versatile sportsman" who was "incredibly well-liked".

Storm Dave hits road and rail travel but conditions easing
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

Storm Dave will clear northeast on Easter Sunday, bringing "sunshine and showers" to much of the country.

Seven arrested at RAF base demo accused of supporting Palestine Action
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

Five men and two women at a peace camp at RAF Lakenheath are held on suspicion of supporting Palestine Action.

Apple at 50: Three products that changed how we live - and three that really didn't
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

On the tech giant's 50th year, we ask analysts to give their top three Apple successes and misses

Who is Viktor Orban, Hungarian PM fighting to stay in power after 16 years?
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

Since 2010, Orbán has transformed Hungary into what the European Parliament has denounced as a "hybrid regime of electoral autocracy".

Streetwear and crop tops take football fashion to new heights
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

Inspired by football culture on and off the pitch, this year's World Cup kit collections mix archive classics with streetwear staples.

Jamie Laing and Sophie Habboo: 'Our new reality show leaves nothing out'
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

The couple say "nothing is off limits" in a new documentary which follows their pregnancy and parenthood journey.

ICE wanted to build a detention centre - this small farming town said no
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

Residents say they support the administration's immigration agenda - but not its plans to build a detention centre in their backyard.

How will rising fuel costs affect driving lessons?
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

Two bodies which represent driving instructors have sent letters to the UK government.

Archbishop prays for Middle East peace in first Easter sermon
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

Dame Sarah Mullally called for an 'end to the violence and destruction' before a congregation in Canterbury.

Two more murder arrests after boy, 14, shot dead
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

A man and a boy are arrested on suspicion of murder after Eghosa Ogbebor was fatally shot.

German men under 45 may need military approval for long stays abroad
Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026

Under the law, travel approvals must generally be granted and it remains unclear how the rule would be enforced if breached.

The little girl's belongings that tell the story of the Aberfan disaster
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

Marylyn Minett’s school book, her dress and her brother’s football will be preserved by Wales’ national museum.

Do cats like being taken for walks or is it an Instagram fad?
Posted on Sunday April 05, 2026

Owners say they train their cats to walk on a lead because letting them outside alone is dangerous.



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