News from the ABC Australia
New mum returns to international 'murderball' with blunt new perspective Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
Ella Sabljak returns to international competition less than a year after giving birth to her first child, with the Australian Steelers in the hunt for Wheelchair Rugby World Championship glory in Brazil.
Erin Patterson's bid to overturn her murder convictions begins Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
Lawyers for triple-murderer Erin Patterson will appeal to have her conviction overturned in the Supreme Court, while prosecutors will attempt to have the possibility of parole removed.Â
Tasmania inquiry to weigh costs, benefits of new AI data centres Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
With communities around the world grappling with the spread of AI data centres, the Tasmanian Greens have set up an inquiry to examine "what, if any, economic benefit" they will bring to the state.
Women who feared losing vital cancer treatment offered new hope Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
Women with breast cancer who were left languishing in PBS drug uncertainty have been offered a lifeline.
AFL policy is to wait while police investigate. The Swans may not Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
Fresh statements from the AFL and Sydney Swans responding to alleged hotel incident signalling a tough approach and imminent sanctions have been welcomed by advocates, but the delay raises questions about the league's policies.
What we do and don't know about guns in Australia Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
Gun control researchers say we have "no idea" how many black market and 3D-printed weapons are out there.
Temporary visa rules leave Iranian refugee 'trapped in nightmare' Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
Australia's offshore detention centres have closed, but more than 700 refugees who survived them are still paying a heavy price.
Gambling red flag system under fire as 'Dracula in charge' Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
A plan to create a red flag system that tags customers showing signs of problem gambling is labelled weak by advocates. Â
Quiz: We're going on a road trip and you're invited Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
What is the name of the ancient trade route that linked the East and West? Which country has the tradition of eating KFC for Christmas dinner?
The delicate (and smoky) art of painting with fire Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
Pyrography — or the craft of making art with fire — has been around for thousands of years. But a new generation of young artists is making the practice their own.
Pivotal Meta trial over social media addiction in children gets underway Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
US states suing the parent company of Facebook and Instagram begin making their case in a California court in a trial that could reshape some of the most popular apps on the planet.
Jailed former Pakistan PM Imran Khan moved to hospital over health concerns Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
The cricketer-turned-politician has been in jail for three years, convicted in a string of cases he insists are politically motivated.
Government to crack down on super switching schemes Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
Unlicensed telemarketers that cold call and make unsolicited approaches to consumers to convince them to switch their super will be banned under long-awaited reforms.
Cannabis use and psychosis are linked, but study finds age matters Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
Cannabis-users who develop psychosis for the first time in their 30s experience symptoms more than six years earlier than people with the condition who don't use the drug, according to new research.
Ten killed after Russian missiles hit shops in Ukrainian village Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
A post office, cafe and five other stores were reportedly destroyed in Ukraine's north-east, as Russia continues to exploit a shortage of missile interceptors.
US calls Israeli strike on Syrian air base 'unnecessary escalation' Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
US special envoy for Syria and Iraq, Tom Barrack, says the two countries should "prioritise logical discourse over further military incidents".
Controversial changes to NDIS will pass after Labor strikes deal with Coalition Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
The controversial changes to the NDIS have passed the Senate after Labor struck a deal with the Coalition, tabling 63 amendments to the reforms.
Sydney Swans say players 'in serious breach' of club standards Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
The Sydney Swans say the players allegedly linked to an incident at a Melbourne hotel "are in serious breach of expected club behaviour and standards".
Mistrial declared in alleged 2007 stabbing murder at Adelaide party Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
A mistrial has been declared in the case of Kimlong Rim, who is charged with murder over the alleged fatal stabbing of a 21-year-old at a birthday party almost 20 years ago.
Landlords forced to offer renters two-year lease under planned union push Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026
The ACTU wants all renters to have access to a two-year lease, and says the government should turn to modular buildings to significantly increase public housing stock.Â
News from the BBC World Service
UK 'supports Ukraine 100%', Burnham says, after Russia's drone warning Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 Russia accuses the UK of escalating the Ukraine war by supplying British-made drones as the prime minister vows to support Kyiv in its "hour of need". British couple on honeymoon killed in helicopter crash on Greek island Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 The newlyweds, named as Alexander Cromie and Marie Ebert, were killed alongside their Greek pilot. PM says he's not embarrassed about hoax message exchange Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 The PM communicated with a person posing as Susie Wiles, the chief of staff to Donald Trump. How soon will the drought be over? Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 Rain has returned to parts of the UK this week but is it enough to end the drought some regions are facing? Premier League chief says Fifa self-destructed over World Cup plan Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 Premier League chief executive Richard Masters has criticised Fifa president Gianni Infantino's World Cup sell-off plan, saying the organisation has "pressed the self-destruct button" by delivering "a self-inflicted wound". Earl Spencer to 'tell the truth' about his sister Princess Diana in new book Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 Swan Song: Diana, My Sister is due to be released in the UK next month, nearly 30 years after she died. One dead and hundreds ill in UK salmonella outbreak Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 Most of the cases were in England in recent weeks, linked to eating imported eggs, experts believe. Lindsay Clancy begged for help before her children's killings, mother-in-law testifies Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 Lindsay Clancy has admitted killing her daughter and two sons but has pleaded not guilty to murder, saying she was experiencing postpartum psychosis. Prevent scheme not helping children fixated with violence, children's commissioner says Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 Growing numbers of children referred to the government's counter-terror programme are not suitable for it and need help, Dame Rachel de Souza warns. National Television Awards pick first all-female shortlist for drama acting award Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 The five-strong list features Ella Bruccoleri, Sheridan Smith, Ruth Jones, Vicky McClure and Judy Parfitt. From jumpers to slug pellets - how British wool is back in demand Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 An increased demand in wool has meant prices have increased more than 70% in the last year. The 'fiddly and frustrating' work removing 10,000 coins from Giant's Causeway columns Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 Conservationists remove the equivalent of 10,000 coins that had been wedged into the Giant's Causeway's pillars. Young adults are taking prescription drugs instead of alcohol - and it's dividing experts Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 Increasingly, young adults are taking anxiety medication to feel "drunk" at parties. But it's not a free lunch, experts warn. 'I'm in Barbados': The dos and don'ts of writing an out-of-office reply Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 As we hit peak holiday season, the BBC looks at the dos and don'ts of composing a good out-of-office message. Why is feeding deer in the Royal Parks dangerous? Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 From safety risks to photography tips, here is what you need to know about the deer in London's Royal Parks. Inside secret police warehouse as Germany targets small boats gangs Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 German authorities seize dinghies and life jackets during their first raids under a new law that cracks down on smuggling. Haaland's main rivals for the Premier League Golden Boot Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 Erling Haaland will hope for a record-equalling fourth Golden Boot this season - but who could challenge him as the Premier League's top-scorer? Brazil's President Lula hails oil discovery near Amazon river Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 Environmentalists have heavily criticised the exploratory drilling in the sea off the mouth of the Amazon. I was given the wrong sperm donor by my IVF clinic in northern Cyprus Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 Multiple children are feared to have been conceived using sperm and egg donors which were not the ones selected by the parents. Wetherspoons bans customers playing music from phones in pubs Posted on Tuesday August 18, 2026 The pub chain says the decision follows complaints about "other people's videos and amplified phone conversations".
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