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News from the ABC Australia

Why Avalon Emerson refuses to stay in one lane
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Avalon Emerson has built a global reputation as a DJ, but she soon found standing still was not for her. 

A fit young man vanished, now an army of online sleuths suspect foul play
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

When the first major relationship of Jack McLennan's life implodes, he does what plenty of young men do: meets a mate for a quiet beer. But by morning, Jack's disappeared, leaving behind a series of mysterious clues and a devastated family. 

Today Show ratings in 'freefall' as Channel Nine looks to replace Karl Stefanovic
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

The Today Show's ratings are in decline following the Nine Network's dumping of host Karl Stefanovic. Former head of News and Current Affairs at Seven, Nine, and 10, Peter Meakin says the audience will want to punish Nine, but things can turn around, even in breakfast TV.

The US is marking a big birthday but polls say the 'mood is sour'
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Donald Trump has been pushing a patriotic message ahead of a July 4 milestone, but some Americans say they feel no national pride at this point in their country's history.

'It disturbs me': Royal commission exposes extent of online hate
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Everyone from billionaires to politicians and pro-Palestinian Jewish activists told the royal commission of the hate they receive in phone calls and emails.

Australia's woeful Asian languages literacy is failing us
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

As Asian language enrolments wither Australia is failing to make lasting ties within our region. 

Conroy's 'dead cat' reminds us Labor has tough calls ahead
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

After guiding the country through a tumultuous six months, the Albanese government faces tough fiscal and political decisions. 

ABC 5050 quiz: A July 4 special with an alien invasion, George III on TV and Taylor Swift
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Each question in the ABC 50/50 quiz has only two options: one is right; the other is wrong. But there's a catch.

Meet the Pokémon GO player who has walked more than 30,000km
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

One Pokémon GO fan walked 32,000 km in his search to "catch them all". On the way he found health, friendship and a partner.

Ange Postecoglou appointed head coach at Saudi club Al-Nassr
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

The 60-year-old takes over the Riyadh-based side led by Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo. 

Kasatkina bows out of Wimbledon as Osaka stuns on and off court
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Daria Kasatkina bows out of Wimbledon to end Australia's run in the women's draw.

Live: Socceroos find equaliser against Egypt, star Aussie injured by 'terrible tackle'
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

The Socceroos take on Egypt in Dallas, with a spot in the last 16 of the World Cup on the line. Follow live.

Interpol issues wanted notice for Monaco bombing suspect
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Investigators are hunting for a woman they say "disguised herself as a man" in connection with in a bomb attack that targeted a wealthy businessman in Monaco.

Indonesian soldiers recover body of US pilot killed in Papua
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

A video shows an operation by the Indonesian military to recover the body of an American pilot, shot dead by Papuan separatists in the Papua Highlands.

Recycling depots to remain open amid safety concerns
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Queensland's container exchange scheme has been stopped from closing depots operated by a recycling contractor embroiled in a multi-million-dollar legal battle with it.

SA police security officer threatened partner with gun, court hears
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

A South Australian police security officer stood trial in South Australia's District Court this week, accused of threatening his partner with a police-issued firearm.

'An insult': How AI entered Sydney's underground music scene
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Local musician Aidan Sammut says he was disgusted after a live music event aimed at showcasing local artists included an artist who used AI-generated content. 

Renewables company ZEN Energy enters voluntary administration
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

ZEN Energy was once an emerging player in the nation's renewables transition but has now entered voluntary administration, saying its viability had been impacted by "wholesale electricity volatility".

Court hears doctor unknowingly communicated with self-described paedophile vigilante
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

A Perth paediatrician alleged to have sexually assaulted child patients was unknowingly communicating online with a self-described paedophile vigilante, a court has heard.

Curnow hits front in Coleman Medal race as Swans and Crows record wins
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Charlie Curnow kicks six goals as the Swans cruise to a 35-point win over the Bulldogs, while Adelaide holds off a fast-finishing West Coast in Perth.



News from the BBC World Service

England v Mexico set to move to earlier kick-off time
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

England's World Cup last-16 tie with Mexico could be moved to earlier on Sunday because of the threat of storms.

Three men found not guilty of journalist Lyra McKee's murder
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

The 29-year-old was shot while observing rioting in Londonderry in April 2019.

Nowak killer appeals against conviction and sentence
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Vickrum Digwa is serving a minimum of 21 years behind bars after fatally stabbing the student.

Ukrainian suspect hunted by police after Monaco bomb attack was 'disguised as a man'
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Officials believe the suspect may not have acted alone and spent days casing out the scene of the attack.

Polish PM warns critical months ahead in face of Russian threat
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Tusk says Poland is preparing for "various" scenarios after media reports of a planned Russian attack.

Burnham rules out calling early election as PM
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

The newly elected MP for Makerfield is expected to become PM this month and says he will stick to the 2024 Labour manifesto.

William talks World Cup football fever on Travis Kelce's podcast
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

The Prince of Wales shared his hopes for England's chances in the tournament - and that his father "hates football".

NHS to reward people who walk 30 minutes a day
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

The "marathon a month" scheme, developed with former Olympic medallist Sir Brendan Foster, will launch early next year.

Two Romanians jailed for stabbing journalist on behalf of Iran regime
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

The two men will face 12 and eight years in prison for the knife attack in Wimbledon, London in 2024.

Hamilton takes pole for Silverstone sprint race
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton pips Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli to a stunning pole position for the sprint race at the British Grand Prix.

'Start work at 11' - but will other bosses be as flexible over England's 1am match?
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Employers are being urged to use their "common sense" to allow staff to work flexibly where they can.

Argentina v Cape Verde: Breaking down biggest World Cup knockout mismatch
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Lionel Messi versus Vozinha. It is the World Cup battle no-one knew they wanted, but which fans now cannot wait to see.

BBC offers 'Stay Up or Catch Up' for England v Mexico
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

The BBC will be launching a special 'Stay Up or Catch Up' offer for its live coverage of England's game against Mexico at the 2026 World Cup.

No-gift policy for Taylor Swift, but how much should you give at a wedding?
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Wedding lists are being replaced by cash requests, but guests are divided over how much to give.

On the Strait of Hormuz, BBC finds seized ships and shark fishermen as uneasy calm returns
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

The BBC travels to the city of Bandar Abbas - the first time journalists from a UK broadcaster have been to the Iranian side of the strait.

Weekly quiz: Why did the princess climb the UK's three highest peaks?
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

Iran nuclear and military damage revealed after restricted satellite images released
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Targets hit include ballistic missile infrastructure, nuclear sites, and naval bases.

I started selling clothes from my nana's house - now I'm turning over £10m
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Murci has grown from a side hustle to being featured on Love Island and promoted by influencers.

Parents warned not to publicly share children’s images amid AI abuse risks
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

The NCA says there is a growing threat of children's images being used to create child abuse material.

Greek man found guilty of murdering Scottish woman on Greek island in 2009
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

The man is sentenced to 10 years for killing Jean Hanlon from Dumfries, who was found in the waters off the Greek island in 2009.



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