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News from the ABC Australia

The 'internationally acclaimed' French sculptor who is nowhere to be found
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

An Australian gallery has been selling sculptures as the work of an "internationally acclaimed" French artist. But the Paris backstory doesn’t stack up.  

Family history drives Wallaroos star in Anzac Day Test against NZ
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

Any time Piper Duck pulls on the Australian jersey is a special moment, but playing in the historic Anzac Day Test holds even greater significance for the Wallaroos back-rower.

James Valentine knew good radio and I was his wide-eyed apprentice
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

As an aspiring broadcaster, I covertly watched everything James Valentine did on air. He taught me how in the absurd minutia of our lives, we reveal ourselves to each other.

Live: Australians come together to mark Anzac Day
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

Australians, including Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Angus Taylor, gather to commemorate Anzac Day at dawn services this morning. Follow live.

In Farrer, One Nation has a shot at shattering the thickest glass ceiling
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

The Coalition's preference deals in Farrer could help fracture the Liberal Party's moderate base and invigorate dissatisfied voters.

Israel's killing of journalists in Lebanon highlights the impunity with which it acts
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

According to the Committee to Protect Journalists, the Israel Defense Forces have committed more targeted killings of journalists than any other government's military since 1992.

Virginia Giuffre's legacy and the year that followed the Epstein files release
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

Virginia Giuffre didn't live to witness the full impact of the truths she brought forward, but the arrests, resignations and the unravelling of reputations came in the wake of her decision to speak.

The chart that shows how much the NDIS price tag has blown out
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

An analysis of price forecasts in previous budgets reveals the NDIS was on track to cost more than four times what was initially expected.

Almost two months into the US and Israel's war in Iran, who is running the country?
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

After a wave of assassinations targeting top Iranian officials and a supreme leader who has not been seen in public since the war began, a key question has emerged: who is really running Iran?

108yo and 103yo WWII veterans meet after more than 80 years
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

Two of Australia's oldest veterans served in the same place at the same time during World War II, and after the fighting, both headed home to resume their lives in SA — but the 108-year-old and the 103-year-old had never met until recently.

How Paul Dempsey became Australia's 'king of covers'
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

From Taylor Swift to Cher, Paul Dempsey's cover versions have been lauded. But does he have a secret weapon to making the perfect cover?

The isolation of rural Australia causes chaos in Alphabet Lane
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

Director James Litchfield brings his experience growing up in rural Australia to his debut feature film, Alphabet Lane.

Quiz: Test yourself on The Shawshank Redemption, hair metal and Bugs Bunny
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

Every question has only two options: one is right, and the other is wrong. You have an even chance of guessing correctly each time.

Live: Witkoff and Kushner heading to Pakistan for talks with Iran
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

It comes as fighting continues between Israel and militant group Hezbollah in southern Lebanon where an extended ceasefire is in place. Follow live. 

Netanyahu delayed revealing prostate cancer diagnosis due to Iran war
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

Benjamin Netanyahu said a malignant tumour was discovered during a routine check-up and he has since undergone "targeted treatment".

Leaked Pentagon email shows US wants to punish NATO allies over Iran war
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

The email suggests the US may review the UK's claim to the Falkland Islands and Spain's NATO membership as punishment over their stance on the Iran war.

Australian 'ISIS brides' leave camp in Syria months after failed attempt
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

A group of Australian families with ties to former Islamic State fighters, who have been stranded in a Syrian refugee camp, have begun another attempt to travel home to Australia.

Former high-profile NT doctor to stand trial on rape, gross indecency charges
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

A former high-profile Northern Territory doctor charged with multiple sexual offences, including rape, has been committed to stand trial later this year.

How far would you go for a vanilla slice?
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

A family has spent the last ten months cleaning litter along a 43-kilometre stretch of highway on WA's south coast. Today they finally reached their destination — a country bakery where they enjoyed their just desserts.

Ruthless Demons notch big win as Richmond's winless season continues
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

Melbourne eases to a 54-point over Richmond at the MCG, as the hapless Tigers remain the competition's only side without a win in 2026. Follow live.



News from the BBC World Service

Chris Mason: A grim week for Starmer – but things could be about to get worse
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

The Mandelson vetting row has reignited questions over the PM's future just two weeks before crucial elections in Scotland, Wales and England.

No 10 says Falklands sovereignty rests with UK after report of US 'review'
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

An internal Pentagon document reportedly raised the prospect of a change in position in retaliation for the UK not joining the Iran war.

US looks to Falklands as opportunity for diplomatic pressure on UK
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

This story will make greater waves in the UK than in the US, which for Donald Trump is an opportunity for leverage, Joe Inwood writes.

The assisted dying bill has failed but the debate isn't over
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

In June 2025 MPs backed the legislation but now it has run out of time to become law.

Man given life sentence for rape and religiously aggravated assault of Sikh woman
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

A judge tells John Ashby, 32, that he will serve at least 14 years in prison for the attack.

UK cyber chiefs say it's time to ditch passwords for passkeys - what are they?
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

Passwords have long been the default way we secure accounts online but the NCSC has said passkeys are a better option.

Ex-Channel 5 newsreader withdraws claims against Dan Walker
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

Dan Walker's employers ITN and Channel 5 agreed to pay Claudia-Liza Vanderpuije an undisclosed amount, with no admission of liability.

'My living nightmare': Rob Reiner's son on how he found out parents were dead
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

The actor says the grief of his parents' brutal deaths and the arrest of his own brother left him in a "trance".

Benjamin Netanyahu treated for early-stage prostate cancer
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

The Israeli prime minister says he is "in excellent physical condition" after having a malignant tumour removed.

Mandelson under formal investigation by EU's anti-fraud office
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

The EU's anti-fraud office confirms it has "sufficient information" to launch an investigation, but does not say if it involves fraud.

Israeli police investigate after officers 'cut Palestinian flag' from skullcap
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

The British Israeli man says he was detained after someone took offence at his kippah embroidered with Israeli and Palestinian flags.

Who is making decisions in Iran?
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

Iran's new supreme leader is supposed to have the final say, but in practice the picture is far murkier.

Watch: 'A dangerous standoff' as Strait of Hormuz blockade continues
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

The US and Iran's rival blockades of the Strait of Hormuz have become a "test of wills", says Lyse Doucet.

Nato says 'no provision' to expel members after report US could seek to suspend Spain
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

An internal Pentagon email reportedly outlines options to punish allies over a perceived lack of support for Iran war.

Couple discovers Lebanon home destroyed by Israel from satellite image
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

Joe Elias contacted BBC Verify following reports that his village was among several destroyed by Israeli forces.

Watch: How the Kremlin's internet crackdown is frustrating Russians
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

Officials say the restrictions are for public safety, but businesses and the public are feeling the impact.

Running marathons for our girls has made us closer, say dads of Southport victims
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

Sergio Aguiar and David Stancombe run the London Marathon together in memory of Alice and Elsie.

Weekly quiz: What did Madonna lose at Coachella?
Posted on Thursday April 23, 2026

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

Epstein housed victims in London flats after Met chose not to investigate him, BBC reveals
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

The revelations intensify concerns about repeated police decisions not to investigate 2015 trafficking claims.

Ringo Starr: 'I made all my mistakes on stage'
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026

Beatles star reveals all about his new country album, being a Sir and coming up with the phrase A Hard Day's Night.



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