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News from the ABC Australia

AI boom could widen income inequality, Labor MP warns
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

AI use in the workforce could see the wage gap shrink, while worsening inequality.

Australians in Riyadh told to shelter as Saudis and Houthis trade attacks
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

The Australian embassy in Riyadh has issued a new shelter in place order as Saudi Arabia and Yemen's Houthis continue to exchange deadly attacks.

Molly Ticehurst's killer intends to appeal murder sentence
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

Last month, Daniel Billings was sentenced to 28 years' jail over the murder of his ex-partner in central west NSW — a sentence he now plans to appeal.

American professors Hall and Woodford win Nobel economics prize
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

The award was announced by the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences in Stockholm, honouring Robert E Hall who is affiliated with Stanford University in California and Michael Woodford part of Columbia University in New York.

Woman with heart condition considers sleeping rough as Darwin facility shuts
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

As Darwin's largest short-stay accommodation centre closes its doors today, some medically at-risk residents say they are being moved to the replacement site an hour away despite government promises to the contrary.

Russia striking fuel reserves despite 'energy ceasefire', Zelenskyy says
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

The Ukrainian president says if Moscow wants Kyiv to stop targeting Russian oil refineries, as demanded by Donald Trump, then it should stop hitting key infrastructure.

Chess professional's alleged stalker goes on hunger strike
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

A chess professional's alleged stalker has vowed to continue a hunger strike in a Melbourne prison until he suffers significant health issues.

Heavy rain, hail and ferocious wind speeds of 96km/h lash Alice Springs
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

Thousands of homes are without power after a surprise storm brought wind speeds of almost 100km/h to Central Australia, pulling down trees and damaging properties.

Penny Wong urges Palestinian Authority to hold elections 'without delay'
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

Australia's foreign minister accuses the Palestinian Authority of undermining the prospect of a two-state solution by postponing its first elections in two decades.

Corruption watchdog abandons Bruce Lehrmann submarine secrets probe
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

Ex-political staffer Bruce Lehrmann was under investigation for allegedly using secrets about French submarines for his own ends.

WA schools to go back to basics in classroom screen time crackdown
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

WA will trial limits on classroom screen time for some primary school students next year, in a push to restore face-to-face teaching and hands-on learning.

'I just live on noodles': Report reveals scale of NT cost-of-living crisis
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

New data has revealed the increasing cost of essentials is making it harder for people in the Northern Territory to meet their basic needs across key spending areas of housing, utilities, transport and food.

Man living nomadic lifestyle granted bail for historical child sex offences
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

A man's lawyer slams allegations that her client tried to flee after police began investigating allegations of historic child sex offences. 

Live: Smith unable to field after Cummins cameo sets South Africa 421 to win
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

Australia declares its second innings while leading by 420 runs thanks to another fine knock by Matt Renshaw and some late clubbing by captain Pat Cummins. Follow live.

100 preschools set to open in NSW, but how many will be accepting children?
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

The opening of a new preschool in Sydney's south-west has raised questions over the delivery of the Minns government's plan to expand preschools in NSW.

Man, 80, seriously injured in police pursuit in Perth's south
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

An 80-year-old man is seriously injured and another man is in custody after an unmarked police vehicle crashed into a civilian's car during a high-speed police chase in Perth's southern suburbs. 

Boyfriend of murdered backpacker sues police over arrest
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

Tobias Moran files civil proceedings against NSW Police for malicious prosecution in relation to the death of his girlfriend Simone Strobel in Lismore in 2005. 

Infant dies after being hit by car near Ballarat
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

A one-year-old girl has died after being hit by a car near Ballarat, in central Victoria.

Coroner begins hearing from witnesses in Elizabeth Struhs inquest
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

A Queensland coroner will begin examining whether more could have been done to prevent the death of Elizabeth Struhs in 2022.

Top judge urges caution over plan to ban character references
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

While the WA government has announced plans to ban character references in criminal cases, the state's chief justice says references can help judges better understand an offender's prospects of rehabilitation.



News from the BBC World Service

Deloitte helped in falsifying documents to evade tax on Abramovich’s wealth, BBC finds
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

Backdated paperwork also made the Russian oligarch’s yachts and mansions disappear from accounts, investigation finds.

Saudi minister vows 'serious response' to Houthi attacks on airports
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

It comes after the armed group hit Riyadh's international airport and another facility, killing 13 people, in a significant escalation.

Who are the Houthis, and why are they so hard to fight?
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

Security correspondent Frank Gardner explains how the Iran-backed Houthis' precision strikes and guerrilla tactics have made it difficult for Saudi forces to gain the upper hand.

Rejecting closer EU ties would be dereliction of duty, PM to say
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

Addressing the Commons, Burnham is expected to say that a new deal with the EU could help tackle illegal immigration and boost economic growth.

Reform pledges to suspend UK's asylum system for up to five years
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

All asylum applications would be rejected and existing ones voided, with all claimants marked for deportation.

Russell Brand appears in court for start of rape trial
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

The 51-year-old actor and comedian denies charges of rape and sexual assault against six women.

PM believes Brexit vote was legitimate despite Russia claims, No 10 says
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

It is "inconceivable" that Russia did not try to use the referendum to its advantage, No 10 said, but the PM believed it did not succeed in influencing the result.

Normandy veteran Henry Rice dies aged 100
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

Henry Rice, from Cranleigh, Surrey, was a signalman who served off Normandy in the days after D-Day.

Tom Cruise film Digger could lose $245m at box office, analysts say
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

The film dropped by around 60% in its second weekend, and could become one of Hollywood's biggest flops.

AI minister warns 'likely' UK's cyber defences will be breached
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

Kanishka Narayan said the government will use advanced AI to strengthen the UK against cyber attacks.

US Homeland Security chief defends plan to livestream execution by firing squad
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

Markwayne Mullin rejects concerns that livestreaming the execution of convicted killer Nidal Hasan could fuel radicalisation or make him a martyr.

American ranchers wrestle with soaring costs - and their loyalty to Trump
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

Many farmers in states that backed the president say they are being hit from all sides, with the crucial midterm elections just weeks away.

Watch: How did Roman Abramovich's advisors help hide his wealth?
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

Working with the Bureau of Investigative Journalism, BBC Panorama reveals how the Russian billionaire hid his wealth with the help of Deloitte.

How to avoid getting stung if you miss credit card payments
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

People are increasingly falling behind on credit card repayments, so here's the best way to get debt advice.

Childhood cancer symptoms can be easily missed - here's what to look out for
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

Although rare, cancer is the leading cause of death from disease among children under 15 in the UK.

How South Africa Test shows why teams still can't agree on how to play in bad light
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

More than 60 overs have been lost from the first Test between South Africa and Australia despite a change by the ICC. Has cricket missed a trick?

Wildlife park closed for third day after tiger attack
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

Yorkshire Wildlife Park remains shut after a man was fatally attacked by a tiger on Saturday.

Women's billion-dollar boom leaves players behind, union says
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

Women's football is on course to become a billion-dollar industry, but many professional players are still earning low wages, working on insecure contracts and experiencing rising psychological stress, a Fifpro survey indicates.

Sinn Féin ministers facing no-confidence vote after Drumcree dispute
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

The motion against Michelle O'Neill and three other Sinn Féin ministers will be debated after receiving the backing of unionist parties last week.

Pupil arrested after two teachers shot at French school
Posted on Monday October 12, 2026

A 14-year-old was detained after the middle-school principal and teacher were injured.



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