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News from the ABC Australia Is New Zealand holding back women's Test cricket? New Zealand regularly faces Australia in white-ball formats but refuses to play women's Test cricket, despite being one of the first three nations to do it back in the 1930s. Here's why. Meet the first hijab-wearing non-verbal wheelchair basketballer After spending 320 days in hospital, Reema El Qassem has risen to the top of her sport, showing anyone can play in the league. Farmers loyal to Trump turn on him as crucial elections approach Farmers are usually a reliable voting bloc for Donald Trump. But amid a "man-made" farming crisis, Republicans can no longer take their support for granted. ABC Wordage quiz: It's time to get angry You might chuck a tantrum, spit the dummy or see red. But you could just chillax instead. He is YouTube's spiciest music analyst but Rick Beato loves the backlash From one video to 2 billion YouTube views, Rick Beato has one golden rule: "I never talk about myself." Stunning photos demonstrate why Darwin is known as the 'city of birds' With hundreds of unique bird species, from loud curlews to colourful finches and even a rare all-black kookaburra, living in the Top End, it's no wonder Darwin is known as the "city of birds". The toy store, $15m bird and famous singer at the centre of an online feud A mechanical bird named Molly has become the unlikely epicentre of a public dispute between singer Kelly Clarkson and a Brooklyn toy store. Patience of Labor MPs is beginning to wear thin as mid-term blues bite Albanese's MPs have largely kept their complaints private and trusted the PM’s judgement. But political loyalty is easier to maintain when a government is winning. Australian zoo saving baby elephants from killer virus Three years after a devastating elephant death at a Victorian zoo, a new vaccine might stop it happening again. The tactics used by companies to push pregnant women out of work Four Corners has uncovered the tactics used to push mothers out of the workforce, revealing an unwritten playbook used by companies. Can Denmark teach Britain how to raise royals? They party, make mistakes and forge their own paths. But behind Denmark's seemingly relaxed monarchy lies a careful balance of freedom, duty and public trust. Pope Leo leaves hospital for Vatican four days after lung cancer surgery Pope Leo has returned to the Vatican from hospital following surgery for lung cancer four days ago. Burning buildings and tear gas mark 29th day of French student protests The tourism building in Lyon was set ablaze, and tear gas deployed by police as nationwide rallies over declining public services in France continue. Starlink speed restrictions ground interceptors as Russian strikes batter Ukraine Ukraine is grappling with Starlink restrictions vital to operating its interceptors as Trump pauses some Russian sanctions. Wallaroos not content with simply being 'better versions' of themselves It says much about the Wallaroos' uncompromising attitude to learn they are not completely satisfied with their 56-12 thrashing of Scotland. World Cup heartbreak for Kangaroos half as Tonga notches first win over England Mitchell Moses will play no further part in Australia's Rugby League World Cup campaign after suffering a calf injury. Meanwhile, Tonga's men begin their campaign with a 30-12 victory over England. Yagera woman Jayda Allen Bonner remembered at Melbourne vigil Hundreds have gathered in Melbourne to pay tribute to a young Indigenous woman killed at an inner-suburban apartment complex last weekend. 13-year-old arrested in Narrabeen Lagoon 'sexual touching' probe 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 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 Five decades on from the end of the Vietnam War, generations of Vietnamese-Australians have welcomed a new museum dedicated to the migrant experience. News from the BBC World Service More NHS staff sacked over attacks victims' records Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust says a new system will be brought in to protect records. European diplomats attacked by Israeli settlers in West Bank The Israeli military condemns the violence but the prime minister's office says it is part of a "smear" campaign. UK must protect against Russian 'hybrid attacks', ex-national security adviser says Lord Ricketts says more should be spent on improving the resilience of energy, transport, air traffic control and defence sites. Swinney's emotional explanation for his commitment to independence BBC Scotland's political editor Glenn Campbell reflects on John Swinney's SNP conference speech. Pope discharged from hospital days after lung cancer surgery The pontiff will give the traditional Angelus prayer and blessing in St Peter's Square on Sunday. Chelsea's Martinez taken to hospital for 'precautionary tests' Goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez was taken to hospital as Chelsea's 2-0 win at Everton on Saturday meant they secured their first clean sheet in nine months. Not sure what to wear for Halloween? These outfits are set to be the most popular this year Freaky Nikki, Dolly Parton and whimsical costumes like gargoyles are popular among adults dressing up this year. Why people who have never smoked are getting hooked on vapes More than one million people now vape who have never been smokers, according to the ONS. Toxic algorithms wouldn't let them go - now Australia wants an off switch The Australian government hopes to protect social media users from being served content they don't want to see. Two-week half terms: The school holiday no one can agree on 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 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. Violent clashes between police and protesters in Albania Police in Albania's capital Tirana have fired tear gas and water cannons onto crowds gathered outside the Ministry of Education where students are among those protesting. Harry Styles debuts new track in memory of Liam Payne The pop star performed the song on the second anniversary of Liam Payne's death. Boy, 16, and 80-year-old man die in light aircraft crash near Loch Lomond Emergency services were called at about 16:45 on Friday, and pronounced both dead at the scene. Teacher fought US school attacker before armed dad shot suspect 'multiple times' The 16-year-old suspect previously attended the primary school and had targeted a special educational needs classroom, police say. Trump waives several Russia sanctions as row with Zelensky intensifies The US president temporarily ends many restrictions on Moscow recently passed by Congress over "national security" concerns. DIY SOS to be 'rested' next year to save money, BBC says The long-running programme will be replaced by a "more cost-effective" spin-off show revisiting past projects. Alligator kills 71-year-old man fishing in Florida The 3.7m (12ft) alligator reportedly dragged the man into the water where he was fishing near Orlando. 'Taking in my great-grandkids at 74 saved me' A Somerset great-grandmother talks about becoming a kinship carer after her daughter died. The Sabrina Carpenter clip that helped a 22-year-old make £120,000 a year Social media "clippers" make short, vertical videos that appear on the likes of Instagram and TikTok. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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