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News from the ABC Australia

Applications to protect Victoria Park rejected ahead of construction of Olympic stadium
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

The federal government has rejected two applications for protection of Brisbane's Victoria Park ahead of construction on the Olympic stadium beginning tomorrow, but is still considering another five.  

Divers at Laos cave to continue search for two men thought to be trapped further down
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

The remaining four men from a group of five were freed from the flooded cave on Saturday evening, in extraordinary and emotional scenes, as search efforts continue for two people thought to still be trapped inside.

Why tonight's full moon will be a rare occurrence
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

If you look up to the full moon at sunset this evening, you may notice it looks ever so slightly smaller than usual.

Live: Giants in driver's seat against Dees despite injury blow in Alice Springs
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

GWS builds a big lead over Melbourne after half time, but lose veteran Stephen Coniglio to a hamstring injury. Follow live.

Australia to buy three second-hand US submarines under AUKUS shake-up
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

The US, UK and Australia have announced they will "streamline" the purchase, with Australia no longer buying new submarines, and acquiring three second-hand ones.

Police 'open' to learning from volunteers who found remains in renewed search
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

A renewed search by volunteers for missing Tasmanian man Peter Willoughby led to the discovery of remains on Saturday. It's the second time this year a group of volunteers has made a significant find during the search for a missing person.

Iran's internet revival unearths videos regime 'didn't want world to witness'
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

After being cut off from the world for more than 12 weeks, Iranians have come back online. Their initial reactions are joy, shock and confusion.

Barnaby Joyce's link to how e-bikes came to be everywhere
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

When Barnaby Joyce was deputy prime minister and transport minister in 2021, his assistant minister Kevin Hogan made a quiet, but hugely significant change to the Road Vehicle Standards Act.

Another US air strike in the Pacific kills 'narco-terrorists' taking death toll to 202
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

It is the latest strike in a months-long series of attacks from the US on suspected drug trafficking boats in the Caribbean Sea and eastern Pacific Ocean.

Live: Raiders rolling Cowboys in Canberra, Dragons finally snap losing streak
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

Canberra are dominating North Queensland, as St George Illawarra finally records its first win in 2026, weathering a late Broncos surge to triumph 30-26 at Lang Park. Follow live.

Team 'astonished' as rider kicked out of Giro d'Italia Women
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

Lorena Wiebes powered to victory on stage one of Giro d'Italia Women, but was later kicked off the race for having an underweight bike, a finding that shocked her team.

Castro's indictment references a network of Cuban spies. Who were they?
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

In the indictment of former Cuban president Raúl Castro, prosecutors alluded to a network of spies called The Wasp Network. Here is what happened when they were deployed to Florida in the 1990s.

Police urge community caution as man remains at large after Melbourne double stabbing
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

Victoria Police are urging people to be cautious after two stabbing incidents across Melbourne, including one where a car was driven into a home in the city's east.

US fires missile into ship trying to breach blockade to reach Iran
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

The US military fires a missile into the engine room of the merchant vessel trying to break through its blockade of Iranian ports, the Central Command says.

Perth and WA's south brace for 'rarely experienced' storm
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

With a strength only seen every three to five years, the Bureau of Meteorology warns the deep low pressure system is likely to produce destructive wind gusts from Lancelin to Albany, including Perth. 

Gaming an avenue for remote social connections outside sport
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

While sport is the lifeblood of some country towns, alternatives abound for those looking to build connections elsewhere. 

Love story: Locking down the 'one that got away'
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

For a long time, I considered my teenage crush the one that got away. That all changed when we reconnected two decades later.   

Dozens of arrests during Champions League celebrations on Paris streets
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

Celebrations of Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League victory have turned violent, as fans clashed with police on the streets of the French capital.

Trump to headline 250th anniversary fair after musicians cancel
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

Martina McBride, Bret Michaels, Young MC, Morris Day and The Time and The Commodores all said they would not perform after alleging they were misled about the nature of the event. 

Flotilla activists take evidence of alleged abuse to international court
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

Eleven Australians detained by Israeli forces while attempting to deliver aid to Gaza have submitted evidence to the International Criminal Court alleging abuse, torture and other violations during their detention.



News from the BBC World Service

Sturgeon tells BBC: I'm serving a sentence for crime I didn't commit
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

Scotland's former first minister is challenged by Laura Kuenssberg over the SNP embezzlement scandal, and at times struggles to hold back tears.

Watch: Sturgeon says 'I will not apologise for crimes of my former husband'
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

The former first minister of Scotland says she feels she is "serving a sentence for a crime I did not commit".

Hundreds arrested in France after wild Champions League celebrations
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

Thousands of officers tried to quell unrest as crowds of fans - some firing flares - celebrated PSG's victory over Arsenal.

How Putin became master of the image
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

From enigmatic KGB agent to wartime ruler, this is how Putin has repeatedly reinvented his image, and himself.

'Killer fungus' could be good news for habitats decimated by invasive moss
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

A newly discovered species raises hope that some native British habitats could be restored.

'Almost rage bait': Has Euphoria gone from defining Gen Z to dividing them?
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

Season three ends on Monday and many of the show's original fans say they have "outgrown" the drama.

Britain's onboard train wi-fi is one of Europe's worst. This is how people manage
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

We tested the wi-fi on the train between Norwich and London to see how easy it was to connect.

Behind the scenes of Russell T Davies' twisty new thriller, Tip Toe
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

BBC News given exclusive behind-the-scenes access on set of Tip Toe.

Ferrari wanted to take on Chinese EVs with the Luce - then the backlash started
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

The brand's first EV has been heavily criticised, with some saying it has abandoned Ferrari's roots.

Inside Australia’s mouse nightmare: The farmers living with a rodent plague
Posted on Saturday May 30, 2026

Farmers report thousands of mice per hectare destroying crops and invading homes.

Why renaming my health condition could help other women
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

Rochelle Lewis is among more than 170 million woman globally to be diagnosed with PCOS.

Ebola spread in DR Congo 'deeply alarming', MSF warns
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

The medical charity's comments come as the head of the World Health Organization visits the region worst-hit by the virus outbreak.

Streeting suggests NI cut and North Sea drilling
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

The former health secretary has been distancing himself from policies pursued by Sir Keir Starmer's government.

The Papers: 'Agony for Arsenal' and '5 cops axed' at Kensington Palace
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

Several of the papers focus on Arsenal's Champions League loss to Paris Saint-Germain on Saturday.

Oscar-winning Star Wars editor Marcia Lucas dies aged 80
Posted on Saturday May 30, 2026

The film editor and ex-wife of director George Lucas was widely recognised as a pivotal creative force behind the original space trilogy.

Cuba’s blackouts leave high-rise residents with constant uncertainty
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

Will Grant spoke to a 70-year-old widow who says the inability to use her building's elevator during a power outage trapped her and her husband when he needed medical care.

Japan defence minister denies militarism and criticises China's 'huge arsenal'
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

Shinjiro Koizumi makes some of Tokyo's most pointed remarks yet in the dispute over Japan's military build-up.

'I started working here at 15 - now I'm retiring after 75 years'
Posted on Sunday May 31, 2026

Sadie Jefferson started work at the pharmacy, aged 15, back in 1951 and has worked there for 75 years.

AI-powered version of Ozzy to appear in city
Posted on Tuesday May 26, 2026

Two companies are working on creating an Ozzy Osbourne AI avatar.

Lego cathedral model completed after 10-year build
Posted on Tuesday May 26, 2026

The Very Reverend Joe Hawes says the project is "testament" to what the community can accomplish.



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