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News from the ABC Australia Cost of steaks tipped to rise so chefs get creative to stay affordable Red meat is expected to become more expensive starting this month as higher diesel prices have filtered through the supply chain since the Strait of Hormuz closed earlier this year. 'A matter of national security': Call for urgent action on VIQ scandal Thirteen government agencies are now embroiled in an expanding scandal involving potential data breaches prompting calls for an urgent audit amid concerns over national security. Melbourne councils struggling to clean up rising amounts of illegal dumping Councils across Melbourne's suburbs are struggling to combat the rise of illegal dumping, despite over $21 million of funding from the Victorian state government. Is Australia sucking the joy out of childhood? The first time Renae Powell waved her eldest child through the primary school gates she felt something was missing: play time. When does the FIFA World Cup start and who are the favourites? The FIFA World Cup is the biggest single-sport event on the planet and has delivered numerous historical moments, from Diego Maradona's "hand of God" in 1986 to Zinedine Zidane's infamous headbutt on Marco Materazzi. Australia was meant to represent a better life. These people have found poverty A man dies. His body not noticed for nearly a week. He was invisible to many, like the growing number of homeless Australia wide. Victim-survivors tear up agreement with Catholic church Victim-survivors of clergy abuse say negotiations and agreements reached with the Catholic Diocese of Ballarat are now null and void. Calling all budding storytellers living with disability If you are an emerging content maker or journalist with disability and have a story to tell, now is your chance to work with the ABC to tell it. These cranes are battery-powered as firms increasingly ditch diesel The Iran war and the oil supply squeeze are supercharging business investment in renewables. Quiz: Stow your luggage in the locker overhead, we're off to see the world The lek is the currency of which country? And what's the Japanese word for pufferfish, the sashimi delicacy that's toxic if prepared incorrectly? Finding and saving the world's biggest trees before they disappear It took a decade for researchers to find the tallest tree in East Asia. Now they know where the 84.1-metre conifer is but the future of its species and other tall trees is dire. 'We didn't know how dangerous he was': How Rolf Harris hid in plain sight Rolf Harris's conviction for child sexual abuse was shocking to those who saw him as a lovable larrikin. But the people who were abused by him are refusing to stay silent about the impacts of his crimes. Trump vows to respond after US helicopter shot down by Iran US President Donald Trump blames Iran for shooting down a US Apache helicopter that was patrolling the Strait of Hormuz. Eight killed in south Lebanon strike as Israel warns entire city to evacuate For the first time, Israel's military has warned the entire city of Tyre to evacuate forcing thousands of people to flee. UK police arrest man over 'barbaric' knife attack in Belfast Police say a Sudanese man in his 30s has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a "brutal" knife attack in Belfast. Western Sydney International Airport opening date announced After 15 years of planning, seven years of construction and a year of testing, Western Sydney International Airport has confirmed its opening date for passengers. No friends but a Commonwealth Games berth? Worth it, says Sienna Toohey Seventeen-year-old Sienna Toohey says qualifying for the Commonwealth Games makes moving away from friends and family to Canberra worth it. Search for survivors as deadly Philippines quake displaces tens of thousands Rescuers are combing through collapsed buildings in the southern Philippines after a powerful earthquake devastated coastal communities. UN inquiry finds Israeli forces shield settlers during attacks on Palestinians A UN report finds that Palestinians are being subjected to "mass atrocities" by Israeli forces and being "violently repressed and controlled by the very faction that claims to govern them". Court rules Melbourne mayor's suspension was invalid The Supreme Court finds the state government had no basis on which to recommend Aidan McLindon suspension from his role as the mayor of Whittlesea. News from the BBC World Service David Sullivan banned from contact with West Ham women's and youth teams since 2023 The decision followed a safeguarding investigation opened by the the Football Association. Trump says Iran shot down US helicopter and vows to respond Two crew members of the Apache helicopter that crashed following the attack were rescued by an American sea drone. Men jailed for violence at Henry Nowak police protest Disorder broke out in Southampton close to where the 18-year-old student was murdered. Israeli air strikes hit Lebanese city of Tyre despite Iranian warning to stop attacks Iran warned Israel on Monday that it could resume hostilities if attacks on its Lebanese ally Hezbollah do not stop. Nasa names next astronauts for Artemis Moon programme Nasa names its next Artemis crew, though they will not be walking on the Moon or even going anywhere near it. Iranian group could be labelled national threat under proposed new law The government is introducing the National Security (State Threats) Bill which could become law within weeks. 'Please send help': Crew's distress call after ship hit by US missile The crew of a sanctioned oil tanker were rescued off Oman after it was struck by a missile fired from a US fighter jet. Two reportedly killed as women take part in rare protest in Afghanistan The demonstration, in the western city of Herat, was broken up after police are alleged to have opened fire. Carer 'who couldn't go on' jailed for killing her mother Stefania Glowka pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of her mother based on diminished responsibility. Serena Williams rolls back the years on return at Queen's Serena Williams rolls back the years at Queen's with a winning performance on her comeback to tennis after 1,375 days away from the sport. Nasa has named the Artemis III crew - what is their mission? Artemis III will help test crucial systems needed for the planned Artemis V Moon landing in 2028. Murder of Lyhanna, 11, enrages France and turns up heat on government Protesters are angry that the suspect had already been reported to police last August in a separate case. Scrapping of Franco-German fighter jet leaves allies at odds on defence future The flagship partnership project became a glaring example of discord between the two nations. Identical twin given six months to live says leaving sister is 'unthinkable' Caitlin Leggett is fundraising £500,000 to pursue overseas treatment for leukaemia after the cancer returned. Man who killed partner 'resented how revered she was' Annabel Rook was murdered by her partner at their Stoke Newington home after she tried to end their relationship. A poem I wrote about my son appeared on his exam paper Emily Cullen says she couldn't believe it when her son told her about the poem, which she had written seven years earlier. What now for West Ham after Sullivan allegations? West Ham is a club in turmoil after co-chair David Sullivan stood down ahead of allegations about his private life, which he denies. Does referee case show Fifa has lost control of its own World Cup? With referee Omar Artan denied entry to the United States and worries over staff and supporters being turned back, what does this tell us about the World Cup? Twenty new players to look out for BBC Sport TV and radio commentators pick the players they think could be the breakout stars. Why super-sized and politicised World Cup comes at a cost Whatever one's perspective, it seems certain that away from the on-field spectacle, this super-sized World Cup could be among the most contentious ever. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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