News from the ABC Australia
Uber driver says rideshare app tells workers to flout road rules Posted on Monday December 01, 2025
The NSW government introduces legislation that would require employers to ensure their algorithms and automation practises do not risk a worker's health and safety.
Two teenage boys charged over fire that extensively damaged NSW high school Posted on Monday December 01, 2025
The 15- and 16-year-olds are released on conditional bail and will front court next week.Â
Zelenskyy eyes talks with Trump on 'key issues' as Witkoff heads to Moscow Posted on Monday December 01, 2025
The Ukrainian president meets French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris as he sounds out European allies on Washington's blueprint to end Russia's war. Â
The mostly unsuccessful history of breakaway leagues as R360 postponed Posted on Monday December 01, 2025
R360's announcement it is not going to be ready in 2026 brings back memories of previous attempts to set up rebel sporting competitions, almost all of which have failed.
Two SA men found guilty of charges arising from AN0M app Posted on Monday December 01, 2025
Two South Australian men are the first in the state to be found guilty after standing trial for charges arising from the major police operation.
You should read the fine print when purchasing a gift card Posted on Monday December 01, 2025
If you receive a gift card for Christmas this year you might fall foul of "activation rules". Here's how.Â
National AI Plan drops 'mandatory guardrails' for artificial intelligence Posted on Monday December 01, 2025
The federal government's long-awaited National AI Plan will seek to accelerate the growth of artificial intelligence in Australia, and largely leverage existing laws to protect against its worst harms.
The numbers and narrative behind Australia's staggering pink ball success Posted on Monday December 01, 2025
Day-night Test cricket provides Australia with one of the most potent home advantages in the history of the sport. Ten years into its existence, these are the numbers behind the format, its best performers and the ways England could spring an upset in Brisbane.
Victoria changes 'unconstitutional' donation laws amid court challenge Posted on Monday December 01, 2025
A financial election advantage for the three biggest Victorian political parties will be removed in the face of a High Court challenge that has argued the state's donation laws are unconstitutional.
What 17,000+ young people think about the social media ban Posted on Monday December 01, 2025
BTN surveyed more than 17,000 Australians under 16 about the federal government's upcoming social media ban. This is what they said.
Deaf man 'gutted and sick' after NDIS slashes interpreter funding Posted on Monday December 01, 2025
Disability advocates say cuts to Deaf participants' NDIS funding is a "systemic" problem that reflects a belief that Deafness can be "fixed".
Bitcoin slinks to shadows as crypto bros turn to new kid on the blockchain Posted on Monday December 01, 2025
It remains a useful tool for some nefarious operators, including global crime gangs and questionable governments, but Bitcoin's role has been usurped by stablecoins — one in particular.
Is social media masking the challenges of bushwalking? Posted on Monday December 01, 2025
There are concerns that social media is leading to poor bushwalking decisions with trends such as "rawdogging" a hike glorifying a lack of preparedness.
The Ukraine regions Vladimir Putin does not hold, but wants anyway Posted on Monday December 01, 2025
Donald Trump is expected to send his special envoy Steven Witkoff to Moscow this week to talk about a revised proposal for peace in Ukraine. There are five regions central to negotiations and Vladimir Putin wants them all.Â
Woolworths accused of exploiting affordable housing schemes to ram through projects Posted on Monday December 01, 2025
The retail giant is using development fast-track schemes to push ahead with new supermarket and apartment projects opposed by local councils.
'Hopefully it's not like the Spirits': Opinions mixed as Hobart stadium vote looms Posted on Monday December 01, 2025
By the end of this week, Tasmania will know whether or not Hobart will have a new AFL stadium. Many Tasmanians are still making up their own minds about whether they support it or not.
A phone call. A manhunt. A gunshot: Inside Pablo Escobar's last day Posted on Monday December 01, 2025
More than three decades since his death in a rooftop shootout with police, the legacy of cocaine king Pablo Escobar continues to affect Colombia.
Put the fun back into fungi. Test your mushroom facts in our quiz Posted on Monday December 01, 2025
Mushrooms hit the headlines this year, but not for the best reasons. It's time to change that — take our quiz to see how many fun fungi facts you know.
Burned nets and an arrest signal a growing Hong Kong-mainland divide Posted on Monday December 01, 2025
The blaze that consumed Wang Fuk Court burned for two days, but its political shock waves may echo for weeks, even months.
Luigi Mangione faces key evidence hearings over US healthcare executive's killing Posted on Monday December 01, 2025
Mr Mangione, who was arrested in 2024, has been charged with fatally shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in Midtown Manhattan.
News from the BBC World Service
OBR head resigns over Budget day publishing error Posted on Monday December 01, 2025 The government's official forecaster inadvertently published a crucial Budget document early. Doctors in England to stage five-day strike before Christmas Posted on Monday December 01, 2025 Walkout in England begins on 17 December and will be 14th strike in pay dispute. Police consider corporate manslaughter charges in Post Office scandal Posted on Monday December 01, 2025 The move comes as police continue to investigate what has been called the UK's most widespread miscarriage of justice. Starmer says he is proud of Budget as he denies misleading public Posted on Monday December 01, 2025 The Tories have accused the government of lying about the state of the public finances ahead of the Budget. US and UK agree zero tariffs deal on pharmaceuticals Posted on Monday December 01, 2025 The deal follows threats of tariffs as high as 100% on branded drug imports. Regulator backtracks on Manchester to London 'ghost train' plan Posted on Monday December 01, 2025 Plans to ban passengers from the peak train service between Manchester and London are abandoned. Trump releases fraudster executive days into prison sentence Posted on Monday December 01, 2025 The former investment manager was convicted of defrauding thousands of investors. Global shortage of obesity jabs, warns WHO Posted on Monday December 01, 2025 Too few people who could benefit from so-called "skinny jabs" are able to access them, says WHO. Car-sharing company ZipCar to end UK operations Posted on Monday December 01, 2025 ZipCar, which has more than 600,000 UK members, temporarily suspends new bookings on its platform. Jorja Smith's record label hits out at 'AI clone' song Posted on Monday December 01, 2025 The label claims Haven's dance hit I Run was made using AI trained on the award-winning singer's voice. Four dead in Russian attack as diplomatic efforts to end Ukraine war continue Posted on Monday December 01, 2025 As US negotiating teams continue to hold talks with Moscow and Kyiv, Russia's attacks on Ukraine continue. 'Sweeter than a marmalade sandwich' - Paddington musical declared a hit by critics Posted on Monday December 01, 2025 The beloved bear stars in a new stage adaptation with songs written by McFly's Tom Fletcher. How competitive spreadsheeting became a high-stakes e-sport with a £45,000 prize pot Posted on Monday December 01, 2025 Two co-founders behind the competitive Excel UK chapter explain how the game works. Chris Mason: Why, in my judgement, Reeves was misleading on one specific point Posted on Monday December 01, 2025 The Chancellor chose not to share some information on tax receipts in an unusual press conference, given before the Budget. David Dimbleby: Can William's 'ordinary Joe' approach win back more support for the monarchy? Posted on Monday December 01, 2025 Polls suggest public approval for the monarchy has declined, which raises the question of what King Charles and Prince William could do to win back more support for the institution. I have high levels of forever chemicals in my blood - what can I do about it? Posted on Monday December 01, 2025 The chemicals would "most likely" impact my health, but there are ways to bring levels down, I was told. WW1 toxic compound sprayed on Georgian protesters, BBC evidence suggests Posted on Monday December 01, 2025 Anti-government demonstrators are likely to have been targeted with camite, our investigation finds. An angry confrontation and online abuse: Inside the asylum protests in a divided town Posted on Monday December 01, 2025 A Disclosure documentary uncovers the figures behind the protests around asylum hotels which have divided communities. Banquet, Bowie and football in upcoming German state visit Posted on Monday December 01, 2025 King Charles this week in Windsor will host the first state visit from Germany for 27 years. Tulip Siddiq MP says Bangladesh jail sentence is 'deeply unfair' Posted on Monday December 01, 2025 The MP, and niece of Bangladesh's ousted former leader, received a two-year sentence in her absence over corruption allegations.
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