News from the ABC Australia
Wallaroos not content with simply being 'better versions' of themselves Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026
It says much about the Wallaroos' uncompromising attitude to learn they are not completely satisfied with their 56-12 thrashing of Scotland.
Kangaroos halfback's World Cup ends with calf muscle injury Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026
Mitchell Moses will play no further part in Australia's Rugby League World Cup campaign after suffering a calf injury.
Yagera woman Jayda Allen Bonner remembered at Melbourne vigil Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026
Hundreds have gathered in Melbourne to pay tribute to a young Indigenous woman killed at an inner-suburban apartment complex last weekend.
Police release e-bike rider image in 'sexual touching' case, increase patrols Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026
NSW Police are investigating multiple incidents of alleged sexual offences against women while walking along Narrabeen Lagoon in Sydney's northern beaches.
More teens arrested over alleged assault of 15yo boy Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026
Victoria Police arrest another two teenagers over the alleged assault of a 15-year-old boy in the state's west.
Australia's first Vietnamese heritage museum opens in Melbourne Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026
Five decades on from the end of the Vietnam War, generations of Vietnamese-Australians have welcomed a new museum dedicated to the migrant experience.
'Terrible to watch': Ohope Wins euthanased after fall in Caulfield Cup Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026
A Racing Victoria track veterinarian euthanases New Zealand mare Ohope Wins after a shocking fall in the Caulfield Cup that included 2025 Melbourne Cup winner Half Yours.
Australia's deadliest asylum seeker boat disaster remembered 25 years on Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026
On October 19, 2001, 353 people, including 146 children, died when a fishing boat headed to Christmas Island sank in international waters off the coast of Java.
Cosmetics company data breach affects 340,000 clients Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026
Napoleon Perdis says customer names, dates of birth, email addresses, phone numbers, postal addresses and purchase histories have been accessed in the data breach.
Cats underline AFLW premiership credentials as Crows snap Suns' winning run Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026
Geelong rose to the top of the AFLW ladder with a 53-point rout of West Coast, while the Crows returned to the finals frame after ending Gold Coast's six-game winning streak.
La Bola Negra star Milo Quifes has never acted before, but now he is all in Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026
Playing Carlos, a closeted man in 1932 Granada, Milos Quifes wanted to honour a radical story of staying true to oneself.
Magnitude-3.0 aftershock strikes near Leongatha, south-east of Melbourne Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026
South-eastern Victoria has been slightly shaken by an earthquake aftershock, three weeks after an overnight tremor woke thousands.
Firefighters battle out-of-control blaze at NSW feed mill Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026
The temperature has reached 500 degrees Celsius inside a feed mill near Newcastle as firefighters and engineers work to control a blaze.
No record of mother or deceased baby in SA health system Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026
SA's health minister says the state's health system has no data related to a woman or baby boy at the centre of an unexplained death at a suburban motel.
New menopause guidelines designed to cut through misinformation Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026
Australia has a new set of clinical guidelines for managing the symptoms of menopause, that include hot flushes, night sweats, and a frequent need to urinate. Here's what it means for you.
Famous Larrimah pub shuts after bikies visit sister venue on 'charity run' Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026
The Northern Territory's world famous Larrimah Pink Panther Hotel has shut its doors after a police raid on its sister venue following an Outlaws bikie gang "charity run".
Dogs captured after attack on Brisbane man Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026
Emergency services were called to Kittyhawk Drive in Chermside just after 6pm on Friday following reports a man had been attacked by dogs.
Killers of Perth brothers Jake and Callum Robinson sentenced in Mexican court Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026
Three men have each been sentenced to 158 years and nine months in prison for the murders of the Australian brothers and their American friend Carter Rhoad while they were camping in Mexico in 2024.
Wildfires rage in Southern California, burn homes Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026
Firefighters in the state say a fast-moving wildfire has ripped through at least six homes, prompting evacuations and power outages.
'Oh, shut up': Moment in Maine sums up Trump's troubles Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026
A political debate in Maine offered multiple reminders of times when Donald Trump has dismissed Americans' concerns as either conspiracy theories or stupidity.
News from the BBC World Service
Trump waives several Russia sanctions as row with Zelensky intensifies Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026 The US president temporarily ends many restrictions on Moscow recently passed by Congress over "national security" concerns. Oregon teacher fought school attacker before armed dad shot suspect 'multiple times' Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026 The 16-year-old suspect previously attended the primary school and had targeted a special educational needs classroom, police say. Boy, 16, and 80-year-old man die in light aircraft crash near Loch Lomond Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026 Emergency services were called at about 16:45 on Friday, and pronounced both dead at the scene. Analysis: Zacharia was thrown into a whirlwind - and failed at a critical time for Trump Posted on Friday October 16, 2026 The White House is facing growing adversity, writes the BBC's Anthony Zurcher, weeks before crucial midterm elections. Swinney insists 'stars are aligning' for Scottish independence Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026 The first minister will tell delegates at the SNP conference in Aberdeen that 2026 has been a turning point in Scotland's "journey to nationhood". Harry Styles debuts new track in memory of Liam Payne Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026 The pop star performed the song on the second anniversary of Liam Payne's death. Toxic algorithms wouldn't let them go - now Australia wants an off switch Posted on Friday October 16, 2026 The Australian government hopes to protect social media users from being served content they don't want to see. Vapes were meant to help people quit cigarettes. Now a million non-smokers are vaping Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026 More than one million people now vape who have never been smokers, according to the ONS. Not sure what to wear for Halloween? These outfits are set to be the most popular this year Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026 Freaky Nikki, Dolly Parton and whimsical costumes like gargoyles are popular among adults dressing up this year. Two-week half terms: The school holiday no one can agree on Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026 Parents are divided, with some struggling to arrange childcare while others eye cheaper holidays. Trial of German steakhouse heiress that sparked a huge spy scandal Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026 For 15 months, a high-security courtroom in Hamburg has been hearing the case of Christina Block, accused of ordering the abduction of her children. DIY SOS to be 'rested' next year to save money, BBC says Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026 The long-running programme will be replaced by a "more cost-effective" spin-off show revisiting past projects. Man jailed for Starmer-linked arson attacks is deported Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026 Romanian national Stanislav Carpiuc was sentenced in June over arson attacks targeting the former prime minister's car and property. Faisal Islam: Why China and AI are worrying global finance bosses Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026 At the IMF meeting in Bangkok this week finance and business leaders grappled with uncertainty. Miranda's tears, joy and dance moves steal show as deadly boredom sets in on The Celebrity Traitors Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026 Miranda Hart became emotional and spoke about her health problems as more action unfolded on Friday. Recovery driver sentenced after runaway car crush Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026 CCTV footage captured the vehicle rolling down the road, dragging driver Sean Baker along. Rare pink diamond goes on display in France 100 years after amateur heist Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026 The French royal jewel will be on public display for the first time since it was found hidden in an apple after a 1926 theft. Obama receives honorary degree from Queen's University Belfast Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026 Receiving his doctorate, the 44th US president praised Northern Ireland's progress and challenged the next generation to continue building a peaceful and inclusive future. The Sabrina Carpenter clip that helped a 22-year-old make £120,000 a year Posted on Tuesday October 13, 2026 Social media "clippers" make short, vertical videos that appear on the likes of Instagram and TikTok. Isle of Wight fossil identified as new dinosaur species Posted on Wednesday October 14, 2026 Invictibellatrix would have been up to four metres long with feathers and had 20cm claws.
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