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News from the ABC Australia

Couple's side hustle uses grubs to turn food waste into high protein feed
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

A regional South Australian couple's fly larvae farm is using discarded produce to make a valuable food source.  

David Young's rocky two-decade quest to build a Trump Tower on the Gold Coast
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

Inside the business and legal challenges David Young faced as he aspired to build Trump Tower on the Gold Coast.

'I don't believe him': Family and friends question killer's version of events 
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

In 2020, a German backpacker strangled a Tasmanian sex worker, then fled with her mobile phone and cash. His version of events was accepted by an Australian court, which jailed him for manslaughter. Now, German authorities are re-examining the case.

From fuel price pain to mining woes, here's how the Iran war is hitting Australia's largest state
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

The war in the Middle East is beginning to have a tangible impact on the lives of Western Australians. Here's how.

'Crisis' on the land as tens of thousands of rabbits are culled
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

Farmers say they are killing thousands of wild rabbits on their properties, but the problem is getting worse and they are seeking help.

Ankle bracelet not holding back MP on SA election campaign trail
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

ABC News joined Nick McBride on the campaign trail in Lucindale, a small sheep and cattle farming town 345 kilometres south-east of Adelaide, where locals gathered at the footy oval for the annual show.

The scam tricking Australians into downloading 'dreadful' malware
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

Scammers are targeting Australians with advertisements for 'free' tai chi classes to trick them into downloading malware capable of stealing money off their devices.

Live: Trump calls on China, Japan, UK to send ships to Strait of Hormuz
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

The president renewed his call for other nations to help secure the Strait of Hormuz.

Three members of Iranian women's football team return home after seeking asylum
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke confirms that a trio of members of the Iranian women's football team, who were given humanitarian visas, chose to return home.

Are we outsourcing our souls to artificial intelligence?
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

More people are turning to AI companions during personal crises, treating it as a confidante and even a way to speak to the dead. And while it helps some, it can also have devastating consequences, writes Compass presenter Benjamin Law.

Are children at risk of exploitation on Australian farms?
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

Beef producers, researchers and advocates are teaming up to understand how the role of children on Australian farms has changed, and if the right safeguards are in place to protect them from exploitation. 

How the Iranian-Australian community united to help footballers
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

The remaining members of Iran's women's football team might have left Australia, but the journey is far from over, as members of the Iranian-Australian community share what really went into the fight to protect their countrywomen.

Why Yothu Yindi’s 'black Elvis' turned his back on wild rockstar life
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

Rockstar. Leader. Peacemaker. Witiyana Marika was riding the wave of international fame in the band Yothu Yindi when his dying father called him back to Arnhem Land.  

Is Australia about to end its experiment with low unemployment?
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

If war in the Middle East sends global inflation surging, will Australia have to say goodbye to its experiment with low unemployment? 

Scientists create wheat that turns white bread into a higher-fibre food
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

Australian scientists have developed a wheat variety that dramatically boosts fibre in white bread and other flour-based foods.

Vikkstar on algorithms, social media and the future of YouTube
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

One of the world's biggest YouTubers believes algorithms are creating an addictive cycle online.

Iran's strikes on data centres show vulnerability of AI expansion
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

Iran struck three data centres in the Middle East, and has signalled that technology infrastructure will continue to be in the firing line.

Statement from Iran's new leader only fuels rumours about his whereabouts
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

Late last week, Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, broke his silence after days of intensifying rumours about his health and whereabouts, but it did little to put them to rest. 

The man who forever changed Myf Warhurst's perspective on poo
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

When Myf Warhurst arrived in the sleepy town of Eldorado to film the latest episode of Back Roads, she didn't anticipate she would be touching compost made from human waste. But Hamish Skermer has that effect.

Meet the 25yo director at the helm of Miranda Otto's return to the stage
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

With two main-stage productions already under her belt in 2026, Margaret Thanos has cemented her place as a rising star of Australian theatre.



News from the BBC World Service

We expect government help in a crisis. Will Reeves intervene on energy bills this time?
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

After Covid furlough and Truss’s bailout, can the UK expect another government crisis rescue, asks Laura Kuenssberg.

Harry and Meghan accuse royal author of 'deranged conspiracy'
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

Extracts from a new book about the Royals claim the Queen said Meghan had "brainwashed" Prince Harry.

Why do Glasgow's historic buildings keep catching fire?
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

The fire that devastated a building on Union Street is the latest in a series of blazes to strike the city's historic sites.

Claudia Winkleman's new chat show splits critics
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

Jeff Goldblum, Vanessa Williams, Jennifer Saunders and Tom Allen starred in the inaugural episode.

Hamas urges key ally Iran to halt attacks on Gulf states
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

The Palestinian group also affirms Tehran's right to defend itself from "aggression" by the US and Israel.

Why has the US targeted Iran's Kharg Island?
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

The tiny island is home to one of the most critical pieces of Iran's energy infrastructure.

More US Marines and warships being moved to Middle East, reports say
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

The reinforcements will come from an amphibious ready group that is usually based in Japan, an official told CBS, the BBC's US partner.

How the Iran war exposed cracks in Trump's Republican coalition
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

The president's most dedicated supporters are on his side - but significant numbers of Republicans have serious doubts.

'Like a trap you can't escape': The women who regret being mothers
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

From mourning the life they no longer have to feeling never-ending pressure, women tell the BBC why they regret becoming mothers.

Is Dubai's glossy image under threat? Not everyone thinks so
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

The city has been considered a safe haven by expats, tourists and influencers - but that's now being tested.

They were told it wasn't for girls, but these could be the future faces of F1
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

F1 Academy wants to nurture and develop female drivers who can compete at the top level of motorsport.

Rescuers blame weather and 'underprepared skiers' for rise in Alps avalanche deaths
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

The BBC joins a French Alps rescue team as the number of skiers killed this season passes 100.

Murder investigation launched after baby's death
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

A 43-year-old woman was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody.

Doomed hereditary peers spy chance to stay in the Lords
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

The Tories are deciding which hereditary peers to keep after being offered 15 seats in a compromise deal.

Motörhead guitarist Phil Campbell dies aged 64
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

Phil Campbell's family said he died "peacefully" following a "courageous battle in intensive care".

Public invited to pick Sycamore Gap tree artwork
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

The winner will use half of the illegally-felled tree's timber, with voting open until 28 March.

Body of man found in wheelie bin 'after being hit by car'
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

An urgent appeal has been issued by police to find out who the man is and how and where he died.

Drivers could get licence points for fly-tipping
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

Councils will also be encouraged to seize and crush the vehicles of people caught fly-tipping.

I died and came back to life. Now I just want to feel joy every day
Posted on Sunday March 08, 2026

Grace Victory says she is more content than ever after spending three months in a coma.

Woman reunited with stolen dog after eight years
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

Rebecca Harvey says it was an emotional moment when she was reunited with Flora.



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