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News from the ABC Australia

Players and fans made the World Cup a success, but the politics shouldn’t be forgotten
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

The biggest ever World Cup brought diverse communities together and galvanised its non-traditional footballing co-hosts, but the concerns raised from the start have not disappeared in the positive afterglow.

Hegseth grilled on cost of war, testosterone policy and troop deaths
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is being questioned on the cost of the war against Iran, his idea of testosterone screening for troops, and the number of service people who have died.

Rebel Wilson's defamation fight reaches judgement day
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

Hollywood star Rebel Wilson will learn today whether she defamed the lead actor on her "fun girl-power" film, in a judgement to be handed down in the Federal Court.

Repatriation effort for homeless man found dead outside Sydney station
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

The mother of a homeless man whose death outside a Sydney train station went unnoticed for days is pleading for her son's remains to be returned to Nepal.

Rain cancels outback reunions and events for second year
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

Flood-damaged roads and soggy racetracks mean some of the outback's favourite events are being cancelled and keeping tourists away.

Whyalla workers injured at steelworks' blast furnace
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

Three Whyalla steelworks employees have been treated for injuries suffered during attempts to restart the site's troubled blast furnace, the ABC understands.

Falling objects at BlueScope trigger breaches months after death
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

There have been six incidents involving falling tools and building materials at BlueScope, less than a year since contractor Jack McGrath was killed.

Iran war delays upgrades to Queensland’s Triple Zero phone system
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

The Iran war has been a contributing factor to Queensland's Triple Zero phone system being delayed until next year, the ABC understands.

JackJumpers coach shares advice on how to win over Tasmanians
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

Being out amongst the people will be key for incoming Tasmania Devils coach Ken Hinkley, according to the man who led the state to NBL glory in 2024.

Woman's family wrongly told she was dead in hospital identity error
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

A Melbourne hospital apologises after mixing up the medical data of two people, resulting in one of them being wrongly declared dead by police.

Data centre builder lets slip plan to use irrigation water
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

Data centre builder Firmus Technologies posts to its website a statement, since removed, indicating its intention to get some of its cooling water from the state-owned irrigation system, adding "but we do not want to highlight this yet, as they are yet to agree".

Victorian teachers are going on strike again — here's what you need to know
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

Victorian state school teachers and educators are going ahead with their second 24-hour strike this year after union members rejected the government's latest pay offer.  

Map reveals Australia's 'pharmacy deserts' are not all in the bush
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

Australia's "pharmacy deserts" have been mapped for the first time, revealing remote NT communities and outer-city Melbourne have fewer pharmacies per person than some other parts of the country.

Albanese's career mirrors Howard's in two important ways
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

Anthony Albanese has been in near-fatal vehicle accidents not once, but three times. Politically, his is also a story of survival against the odds.

Stingers hitting new heights thanks to shared love for each other
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

Australia's women's water polo team, the Stingers, were the most successful Australian team at the Paris Olympics, winning a stunning silver medal. This is the secret to their success.

Labor members revive push for national gambling watchdog
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

Labor members and unions are gearing up for fights over gambling, gas and AI at the party's national conference later this week.

'Police every day': How school is different for Jewish Australian kids
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

The Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohesion hears from Jewish school leaders about how they need to implement extraordinary and expensive security measures.  

Family of seven's home left uninhabitable as insurer worsens damage
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

A Queensland family are living in an overcrowded caravan and shed, after insurance provider Suncorp exacerbated damage in their home, initially caused by a leak.

Travel quiz: join us for a trip around the world
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

Where are macadamia nuts indigenous to? And what’s the capital city of Switzerland? 

New Ozploitation horror is like Puberty Blues from hell
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

After spending years in special effects and make-up, filmmaker Mia'Kate Russell's ocker nightmare Penny Lane Is Dead has made it to the silver screen.



News from the BBC World Service

Ann Widdecombe was hit on head 21 times with hammer, prosecutors say
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

Joshua Kerry, 28, attacked Widdecombe while she was eating lunch at her home in Devon before stealing her wallet, prosecutors say.

Burnham tells cabinet to tackle living costs at first meeting
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

The new prime minister chaired his first cabinet after announcing a cut to VAT on household electricity.

Sackings, cabinet surprises and policies: Burnham's first 24 hours as PM
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

The new prime minister enters Number 10 in a flurry of activity - but he is still facing calls for a snap election.

Zelensky sacks Ukraine's top army commander after days of protests
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

Oleksandr Syrskyi is dismissed after days of unrest over the removal of popular Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.

Argentina's Fernandez defends team after ugly scenes in World Cup final loss to Spain
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

Midfielder Enzo Fernandez claims Argentina represented their nation "in the best possible way" in the World Cup.

Brazil's Amazon sees sharp decline in size of area burned in 2025
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

The amount of land burned in the world's largest rainforest was the smallest since MapBiomas records began in 1985.

Parts of the UK move closer to drought
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

Eight areas across England are now in prolonged dry weather – the stage before drought.

Thames Water announces hosepipe ban for 10 million
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

The water company said the three heatwaves contributed to the ban.

Lebanese army says troops deploying in 'pilot zone' after Israeli withdrawal
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

A US-brokered agreement should see Israeli troops pulling out of a small part of Lebanon occupied during their conflict with Hezbollah.

Ryanair boss says 'foreign object' may have caused plane window incident
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

Passenger Ljubisa Karović was partially sucked out of a cabin window on the Boeing aircraft.

Lindt's Easter chocolate sales fall after price hike
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

The Swiss chocolate maker adjusts its strategy in response to weaker demand after its price rises.

Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar set to become a minister in Burnham's government
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

It would mean Sarwar leaving the Scottish Parliament and his leader role, then taking up a seat in the House of Lords.

London-based civil servants offered move to No 10 North in Manchester
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

London-based civil servants willing to move north have been told they will be offered relocation packages, the BBC understands.

VAT to be cut from household electricity bills in October
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

Homes will save around £45 a year through the cut announced on Andy Burnham's first full day as prime minister.

Angela Rayner: Cabinet comeback for one of Labour's biggest names
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

The potential contender to replace Keir Starmer is now back in the cabinet under Andy Burnham.

Who's in Andy Burnham's cabinet?
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

An in-depth look at which Labour MPs have been appointed to cabinet roles by new Prime Minister Andy Burnham

Three reasons why UK electricity prices are so high
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

The government has announced it will cut VAT on domestic electricity to zero but Britons still pay more for power than many other European nations.

'I made £100,000 of TikTok sales in one day': The business of live shopping
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

Buying on social media livestreams is fast becoming regular consumer behaviour for many.

Your tips on getting a fussy child to eat, and six recipes they might love
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

Want to avoid battles over broccoli and squabbles over spinach? We've asked you for your advice on how to cope at mealtimes over the summer holidays.

Why Iran is risking so much over the Strait of Hormuz
Posted on Tuesday July 21, 2026

None of the choices facing Iran’s leaders offer a clear path to victory, as the conflict with the US continues.



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