| News from the ABC Australia 
 Khawaja has seen politicians 'all over cricket', now he's joining other athletes for action Posted on Friday October 31, 2025
 
        Cricketer Usman Khawaja is one of the highest-profile Australian athletes who regularly wades into political issues. Now, Khawaja and other athletes have agreed to form a Players' Coalition to influence policy change on issues ranging from racism and human rights to social media abuse. 
       Graduate Sea Sokra'a in a class of her own at LeinsterPosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 
        The close-knit community in one of Australia's last remaining company towns has celebrated the graduation of the only year 12 student from its remote school.  
       Why interest rates will not fall again until someone pays the pricePosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 
        And until someone — redundant workers, big business, the RBA or government — foots the bill, interest rates are unlikely to budge from here. 
       What it could look like if the US resumes testing nuclear weaponsPosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 
        The US has not conducted nuclear weapons testing for 33 years. Now Donald Trump is calling for a resumption, raising concerns about what that may involve. 
       De Minaur upset by familiar foe again in ParisPosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 
        Alex de Minaur suffers another nightmarish defeat in Paris at the hands of his old tormentor Alexander Bublik.
       True cost of critical minerals becomes clearer amid chase for holy grailPosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 
        Researchers warn Australia's pursuit of a critical minerals industry could come at a significant cost.
       North makes history with 24th consecutive AFLW winPosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 
        North Melbourne becomes the first male or female VFL/AFL team to win 24 consecutive games after prevailing over Hawthorn by 49 points.
       Why spring sends buyers into overdrive in the property marketPosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 
        NSW sees a 16.8 per cent increase in new property listings during spring — ringing true to the age-old saying this time of year is the best time to jump into the housing market.
       'Very dangerous' supercell storms could bring potential tornadoes, giant hailPosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 
        Australia's storm season shifts into top gear, and the next 72 hours will deliver a combination of rain, showers or thunderstorms to the eastern two-thirds of the country.
       Bid to unmask complainant in board dispute likened to John Grisham novelPosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 
        A Master Builders Association of Victoria board member fails in their bid to identify the person who made a complaint about their conduct — provoking a colourful ruling from the presiding judge.
       Lawyers move to block Nauru deportations over lack of adequate healthcarePosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 
        Human rights lawyers have applied to intervene in the High Court case of a man facing deportation to Nauru, arguing the government should be barred from deporting people to places where they face death or serious harm.
       David McCormack on the power of pop music and the beauty of BlueyPosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 
        From indie rock to children's TV icon, David McCormack has done it all — and now he's back with a new album and zero expectations.
       Alcohol industry explores smaller packaging for 'promiscuous' customersPosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 
        From wine in 187ml bottles to spirits in sleek aluminium cans, producers are downsizing to meet a growing demand for convenience and variety.
       Most Australian farmers have been victims of crime, survey revealsPosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 
        Widespread farm crime is frustrating rural communities, with almost 90 per cent of farmers in New South Wales reporting they have been victims. 
       Virginia Giuffre's brother calls for Prince Andrew to be investigatedPosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 
        Sky Roberts also appealed to King Charles to pressure Donald Trump into putting "big boy pants on" over the release of the Epstein files. 
       Long COVID patients seeking help 'let down by the system'Posted on Friday October 31, 2025
 
        Patients are calling for better access to long COVID care after the closure of one of the country's last public clinics.
       'Unenforceable pledge' to arrest Netanyahu in New York gains tractionPosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 
        Zohran Mamdani, the man many predict will become New York City's next mayor, has made plenty of promises — his one to arrest Israel's PM is causing a particular stir ahead of Tuesday's election.
       Hopes for German miracle as conjoined twins priced out of Sydney surgeryPosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 
        The parents of conjoined twins in PNG who were hoping to send their babies to Sydney for an operation are now trying to go to Germany instead because Australia is too expensive
       New aged care reforms roll out leaving some 'shocked' by their new feesPosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 
        Older Australians were promised "a world class aged care system", but as "once in a generation" changes roll out, some feel they are being delivered anything but.
       What does the average house price get you in regional Victoria?Posted on Friday October 31, 2025
 
        The median house price in regional Victoria is $636,500. But what that will get you can look very different from place to place.
       
 News from the BBC World Service
 
 Andrew's move out of Royal Lodge may not happen until new yearPosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 There are also no plans to formally remove Andrew from the line of succession, the government says. Why Sarah Ferguson, Beatrice and Eugenie can't escape the taint of family scandalPosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 The scandal engulfing Andrew is of his own making but has had a profound impact on his immediate family. 'No inch here was spared': Hurricane Melissa destroys Jamaica townPosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 The BBC’s Nada Tawfik reports from Black River, where the strongest storm to hit the country in modern history has left scenes of desperation. Ex-sergeant major jailed for six months for sexual assault of soldier who took her own lifePosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 Michael Webber admitted sexually assaulting Jaysley Beck, 19, who later took her own life. Just Stop Oil trio cleared over Stonehenge orange powder protestPosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 The trio are cleared of all charges after citing human rights law in their defence. Former England goalkeeper Mary Earps announces 'happy' same-sex relationshipPosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 Earps has been supported and encouraged by her former Lionesses teammates to open up about her sexuality. How will Andrew's titles be removed and what happens next?Posted on Friday October 31, 2025
 The language of Buckingham Palace's statement is "very brutal", royal historian Kelly Swaby tells the BBC. The King is expected to fund Andrew's move - but where does he get his money?Posted on Friday October 31, 2025
 The language of Buckingham Palace's statement is "very brutal", royal historian Kelly Swaby tells the BBC. The houses on the sprawling Sandringham Estate that could become Andrew's next homePosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 The sprawling Norfolk estate is home to several properties - here is a look at where Andrew might be moving in. Is this finally rock bottom for Mr Andrew Mountbatten Windsor?Posted on Friday October 31, 2025
 Stripping Andrew of the title 'prince' is colossal, says the BBC's royal correspondent Sean Coughlan. Free bus passes for under 22s 'unaffordable' and will not go ahead, says governmentPosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 The Commons Transport Committee recommended scrapping bus fares for young people in August.  More than 60,000 flee Sudanese city after its capture by RSF militia - UNPosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 El-Fasher is under the control of paramilitaries accused of mass executions and crimes against humanity. Manchester synagogue attacker shot multiple times by police, inquest hearsPosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 Two Jewish men were killed when Jihad Al-Shamie attacked the synagogue before being shot dead by police. Dutch centrist Rob Jetten claims victory in neck-and-neck election racePosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 Jetten said his D66 liberal party had achieved a historic result after vote analysis indicated it could be beaten. Reeves rebuked by PM over 'regrettable' rental confusion but faces no further actionPosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 The chancellor has apologised for the failure to obtain the correct licence when renting out her family home. Second gold toilet to be auctioned, six years after first was stolen from palacePosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 The first edition of the solid gold loo was taken from Blenheim Palace in 2019. South Africa hits back at US refugee plan to favour white AfrikanersPosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 Pretoria rubbishes claims of a white genocide and quotes prominent Afrikaners who dub Trump's plans racist. Four easy ways to spend less and save more moneyPosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 If you're struggling to get on top of your money, here are four ways to help you manage it better.  How teenager gave a street concert and was caught up in Russia's repressive pastPosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 Diana Loginova sang songs critical of the Kremlin. The 18-year-old and her bandmate are now in court. Heartbreak, headless dummies and  'eggy' Shakespeare - Celebrity Traitors fight to the deathPosted on Friday October 31, 2025
 A gruesome challenge follows yet another celebrity murder on the reality TV show, which nears its finale. 
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