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News from the ABC Australia

Fighting paused in Ukrainian city under deal announced by Melania Trump
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

A ceasefire brokered with the assistance of Melania Trump has come into effect in the Russian-occupied Ukrainian city of Oleshky.

Men charged with national security offences over incident at US base in England
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

Two men have been charged with national security offences over last month's incident at RAF Fairford, a US-run military base in England.

AFP boss warns boys as young as 12 being radicalised at home
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

New Australian Federal Police data has analysed teen boys being radicalised, shattering previous intelligence assumptions about who is targeted. 

Greens launch $21-a-week tax cut in bid to 'replace Labor'
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

New Greens leader David Shoebridge will address the National Press Club, proposing a new tax cut and a welfare boost and declaring he will pursue "rivers of gold" from the resources sector.

Loyal back to reclaim Sydney to Hobart record
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

Anthony Bell brings his Loyal name back to the Sydney to Hobart Yacht race after 10 years away. But his new challenger is a rebadged version of last year's line honours winner.

Chinese sponsors cut ties with Kylian Mbappé after Mao meme backlash
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

Chinese sponsors drop French soccer star Kylian Mbappé after a video surfaced appearing to show him commenting about a meme depicting him as Mao Zedong.

Company director charged over alleged kickbacks in Pilbara corruption scandal
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

A man has faced court over alleged payments to a corrupt former manager at the Shire of East Pilbara.

Man charged with murder over alleged fatal stabbing of partner
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

A 39-year-old man has been charged with murder over the death of his female partner, who died in hospital last month after being allegedly stabbed twice in the chest.

Former Qld education worker charged with historical child sex offences
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

Darling Downs man Dion Ashley Paulsen is charged with historical child sex offences stemming from the period of 2007 to 2010.

Dementia deaths in Australia surpass one in 10 of all fatalities
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

The Australian Bureau of Statistics says it is the first time the deadly condition has accounted for more than 10 per cent of all Aussie deaths.

China tipped to 'step forward' as Woodside exits Timor-Leste gas project
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

An analyst predicts China will swoop in to help Timor-Leste develop its long-planned Greater Sunrise oil and gas project after Woodside sells its stake.

Live: Head drops sitter on horror morning for Aussies in Cape Town
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

Runs are flowing freely for South Africa as Travis Head lets a simple chance slip through his fingers, with Pat Cummins's decision to bowl backfiring horribly on the Australians. Follow live.

Rescue helicopter gets 'pass mark' despite workplace concerns
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

A workplace safety review has given the Northern New South Wales Helicopter Rescue Service a "pass mark" despite admitted workplace culture shortfalls. 

Walsh back at fullback in Kangaroos team to face Cook Islands
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

Australia's men's and women's teams are named for this weekend's Rugby League World Cup games against Cook Islands and Wales as Reece Walsh comes back in at fullback.

Four charged over suspected arson attack on home with family inside
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

Two men and two women have been charged in connection with a fire at a south-west Victorian home while a father and his children were still inside.

Gaza ceasefire hasn't stopped Israel committing genocide, UN inquiry finds
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

Israel has continued to commit genocide in Gaza since last October's ceasefire, according to a report from UN-commissioned experts. Israel has rejected the findings as "misinformation".

Mother grieves for son killed in 'skid car' crash as driver is jailed
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

Grief is still raw for Logan Power's family more than 18 months after he was killed in a crash involving a dangerously modified "skid car".

Woman stabbed ex-girlfriend while partner restrained her, murder trial told
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

A Perth court hears graphic details of the final moments of Tara Morrison, who was stabbed repeatedly by her former girlfriend in a drug-fuelled attack.

Tasmania Devils' inaugural VFL captain axed after pub incident
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

The Devils' inaugural VFL captain Robbie Fox has parted ways with the club after one season, following an incident at a Hobart pub.

Giant, spiked hail falls as 'very dangerous' storms hit Queensland
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

Spiked hail stones have been observed at Mudgeeraba as "very dangerous" storms hit an already soaked south-east Queensland.



News from the BBC World Service

Two charged over alleged plot to assist Iran in RAF Fairford incident
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

Mohmed Ahmad Abdulkarim and Nouman Essghir, both 24, will appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Tuesday.

Chancellor to cut tariffs on some food and freeze fuel duty to give families 'breathing space'
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

A series of small announcements are part of John Healey's pledge to give households help with the cost of living.

Turnout so far highest in decades as Israelis vote in pivotal election
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

The elections - the first since the Hamas-led attacks on Israel and the wars which followed - are widely seen as a referendum on Benjamin Netanyahu.

What does Israel's election mean for Gaza and the wider world?
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

The BBC's diplomatic correspondent James Landale reports from Jerusalem as ballots are cast.

Kane ends England’s 25-year wait to win men’s Ballon d’Or award
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

Harry Kane becomes the first English player to win the prize since Michael Owen in 2001, and Spain midfielder Alexia Putellas wins the Ballon d’Or Feminin for a record-equalling third time.

Mbappé dropped by major Chinese brands as backlash grows over Mao joke
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

He allegedly said the funniest "meme" about him is the one where they put his face on "a Chinese dictator".

Rise in sales of radios and tinned foods, say retailers, after call to stock up
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

Figures obtained by BBC Newsnight show large spikes in sales of torches, radios and power banks.

Truce begins in Ukraine city where residents ate weeds to survive
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

The Oleshky ceasefire, which the White House said was secured by US First Lady Melania Trump, is meant to allow aid to get in and civilians to get out.

UK and EU officials to discuss freedom of movement
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

Officials are expected to begin discussions on a range of options for the future UK-EU relationship before a summit next month.

'Living next door to anti-social behaviour has been hell'
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

Man calls for better support after seven years of anti-social behaviour from neighbours.

I'm a single mum on £41,000 and limit my weekly shop to £40 - it's hard
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

People earning from £380 a month to £150,000 a year tell the BBC what they want to see in this year's Budget.

Ex-FBI chief James Comey faces federal charges for third time
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

Comey's lawyers say the case stems from alleged disclosure of classified information to the New York Times in 2016.

My husband's death was hard enough - then came the admin
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

Louisa says her experience of dealing with household bills after her husband John died left her feeling "frustrated and angry".

Ranking England's Ballon d'Or winners - how does Kane compare?
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

From Stanley Matthews to Harry Kane, how do England's Ballon d'Or winners rank?

Donald Trump's biggest economic problem looks strangely familiar
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

Donald Trump heads into the US midterm elections with an issue similar to his political foe Joe Biden.

'I would do it again' - Kaepernick reflects on price of protest, 10 years on
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

In his first interview with BBC Sport since taking the knee for the first time, Colin Kaepernick reflects on his journey.

Chris Mason: Burnham faces crunch decisions in his next 100 days
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

From Brexit debates to North Sea oil, there is plenty getting the cabinet, the Labour Party and the country talking.

Israel and the US are both going to the polls - the consequences will be global
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

The next fortnight sees two elections on different continents. The outcomes will shape geopolitics and the global economy, writes James Landale

Will the public change its mind about Meghan?
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

This complicated - and developing - story could prove to be a turning point for Meghan.

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