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News from the ABC Australia

Man dies after being pulled from burning caravan in Central Qld
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

A man has died after a fire ripped through a caravan in Central Queensland overnight.

Live: Shadow minister says he backs drop in house prices if it helps young people
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Shadow Housing Minister Andrew Bragg says he supports a drop in house prices if it helps young people get into the housing market. Follow live.

De Minaur ends 17-year Australian drought with career-high ranking
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Alex de Minaur's arrow keeps pointing upwards despite his wait for a grand slam title being lengthened by a disappointing Wimbledon exit.

Probe finds sport club's ex-president awarded $450K of work to own company
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

An investigation by the NSW Independent Liquor and Gaming Authority has resulted in former Erina Rugby League Football Club president James Savage being banned and fined over conflicts of interest.

Ukraine and allies join to protect Europe from ballistic missiles
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Ukraine and nine other countries will form a coalition to protect Europe from ballistic missiles, utilising Kyiv's experience in fighting Russia's full-scale invasion for over four years.

Former Victorian Young Australian of the Year charged over imitation guns
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Darcy McGauley-Bartlett has been arrested and charged with a raft of offences, including possessing imitation firearms and police uniforms.

25 years on, the outback murder of Peter Falconio still haunts Australia
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Twenty-five years ago, the murder of British backpacker Peter Falconio and the abduction and escape of his girlfriend Joanne Lees in the remote Central Australian outback captured global attention. Today, it remains one of the nation's most infamous cases.

Man charged with murder over death of 74yo Sydney man
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

A man has been charged with murder over the death of an elderly man who was allegedly attacked during a morning walk in Sydney's west.

RACQ accuses some retailers of trying to bring back 'unfair' fuel cycle
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

The RACQ says south-east Queensland motorists have been getting a fairer deal without a lengthy fuel price cycle, but there are signs of its return.

Influencer stunts are no guide to winter bushwalking, authorities warn hikers
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Don't plan a bushwalk based on what an Instagram influencer may have supposedly achieved, a veteran rescuer says, ahead of Tasmania's winter season approaching.

'Gatekeeping septuagenarians': 'Inappropriate' TikTok video deleted
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

The National Trust of SA says one of its volunteers apologised after posting a social media clip labelling a group of disaffected members "gatekeeping septuagenarians" who were running a "stuffy museum".

Richard Scolyer encouraged Australians to enrol in research. Here's how
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

In his open letter to all Australians, the late Richard Scolyer wrote of the pride he felt taking part in clinical trials. But what exactly is it like to participate?

International buyers hit outback markets to hunt for Australia's best opals
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

The outback town of Winton is known for dinosaur fossils and as the location of the first performance of Waltzing Matilda, but has also become an important part of a growing international luxury trade.

Police charge alleged coordinator of Chris Baghsarian kidnapping and murder
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

A man accused of coordinating the alleged murder and kidnapping of Sydney grandfather Chris Baghsarian has been charged.

Gift register reveals incredible largesse heaped on Brisbane Olympic committee
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

The "schmoozing", revealed exclusively by the ABC today, is part of a wider series of examples of attempted influence-peddling from businesses and sporting bodies before the Games kick off in 2032.

Signs of sugar detected near centre of the Milky Way
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Astronomers have detected signs of a type of sugar found in raspberries in gas clouds near the centre of our galaxy the Milky Way.

Video appears to show Thailand fire 'flashover' event, expert says
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

A video analysis of an explosive pub fire in Thailand, which killed 27 people, appears to show a flashover "point of no return" that would have made evacuation nearly impossible, an expert says.

New pokies policies will 'make things worse' for problem gamblers
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

The body tasked with implementing Tasmania's new pokies policies says they won't work to reduce harm to problem gamblers and could make things worse. The Liquor and Gaming Commission was not consulted on the changes, which include ATMs in gaming venues.

'I have everything to ruin your life': Sextortion threats on the rise
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Major online platforms are accused of failing to deploy readily available technology to detect well-known blackmail tactics.

Violence against women under national spotlight after four deaths in four days
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Experts are calling for more research and better funding for domestic violence prevention after four women and girls were killed in separate incidents last week.



News from the BBC World Service

Ann Widdecombe suspect not known to Prevent as counter terrorism police take over investigation
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood confirmed the suspect was not known to the government's anti-terrorism programme in an update to MPs.

Trump reinstates Iran port blockade and vows 20% charge on cargo passing through Hormuz
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

The US president also says Washington will impose a 20% charge on all cargo shipped through the Strait of Hormuz.

Twelve arrested over alleged right-wing terror threat to UK Islamic event, police say
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood says the police's response "undoubtedly saved lives".

Briton tells of surviving Spain wildfire in car as wife and friends died trying to run to safety
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Malcolm Timbrell's wife and their friends are thought to have died when a devastating wildfire tore through their village in Spain.

Burnham cements Labour leadership with backing of 349 MPs
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

The MP for Makerfield is on track to become the prime minister next week after receiving the support of the vast majority of Labour MPs.

Mahmood says law will be changed to help deport grooming gang leader
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Calls to deport Rochdale grooming gang ringleader Shabir Ahmed have been growing since his release from prison.

Volkswagen planning to cut up to 100,000 jobs globally
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

The group, which includes Porsche and Audi, has faced a steep fall in profits and tough competition from China.

US judge voids Donald Trump's $1.8bn settlement with IRS that gave him immunity from tax audits
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

The judge said the suit was brought for 'improper purposes' and referred a Trump attorney for possible disciplinary action.

Heatwave to intensify in second week as wildfires burn across UK
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

After a brief drop in temperature many areas will see heat and humidity build again this week

A versatile actor whose roles went far beyond Jurassic Park - Sam Neill dies aged 78
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

The actor built up a long string of screen credits over a five-decade career.

Escaped prisoner Daniel Khalife assisted by two friends, jury told
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Adeel Khan and Imran Chowdhury, are accused of helping the former soldier, who absconded from HMP Wandsworth in 2023.

Over half of adults with learning disabilities do not live past 65, report says
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

The government says the findings are stark, while a campaign group says they should be "headline news".

Most clinical? Least creative? BBC Sport compares the last four teams in the World Cup
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

BBC Sport compares statistics for France, Spain, Argentina and England in the World Cup so far as the semi-finalists prepare to meet.

These are unprecedented times - England should enjoy them
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

A record of four semi-finals in the past five international tournaments for England is outstanding. It is time to accept that this is where England belong.

BBC experts pick their England World Cup semi-final starters - do you agree?
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

England are through to the World Cup semi-finals, but who would you pick in your starting XI?

Borrowed shoes, no Golden Boot - the story of the World Cup's greatest scorer
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Just Fontaine's record of 13 goals in a single World Cup has stood for decades, but he never played in the tournament again after injury ended his career at the age of 28.

Hollywood blockbusters and arthouse films: Sam Neill's best-known roles in pictures
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

The beloved actor's career ranged from box office blockbusters to thrillers and award-winning dramas.

Drama, celebrations and outfits - our end-of-Wimbledon awards
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

This year's Wimbledon has been full of excitement, interesting stories and great British success - Naomi Broady runs through her favourite moments.

New era for Gibraltar with removal of 118-year-old border controls with Spain
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

It is hoped that free movement between the UK territory and Spain will provide an economic boost.

I hunted the men who secretly film their wives and share footage online
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

What disturbed Jess the most was men sharing footage of wives, girlfriends and loved ones.



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