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Miami GP to start three hours early as storm fears grow Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
F1's governing body announces the Miami Grand Prix will start three hours early, as fears grow about torrential rain.
Dancing queens return to Trundle ABBA Festival to celebrate pop icons Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
For one day each year, the town of 335 people swaps tractors for tribute acts, grain trucks for glitter and everyday life for an all-out ABBA extravaganza.
Surgeons thought about taking Travis's face off before they saved him with a 'crazy idea' Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
Travis Reyes survived a horror military aircraft crash but what came after was a two-year battle from doctors across Australia and the US to save his life.
Love story: When life changed in an instant, Lucy was Beau's rock Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
The goalposts moved dramatically on Beau and Lucy Vernon's life plans, but it brought them closer together.Â
Untold stories of women in whaling inspire art that delves into the past Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
The overlooked contributions of women in the whaling industry are the subject of an exhibition in the Great Southern region of Western Australia.
Toure scores again for Norwich in red hot preparation for World Cup Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
Mohamed Toure scores his 10th goal in just 12 matches for Norwich to keep him in red hot form ahead of the World Cup.
North Queensland Games spark regional sport revival Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
The largest multi-sport event in regional Australia begins in Mackay, with 2,000 competitors flocking to the city from across Queensland.Â
After Little Baby's death, Canavan demands government stop 'running scared' Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
Nationals leader Matthew Canavan says after the death of Kumanjayi Little Baby, the government must "move on" from its defeat at the Voice referendum and re-engage on Indigenous policy debate.
Expert slams WA as last state to close child safety loophole Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
Western Australia is the only state to not recognise Working with Children Check rejections from around the country, and has been "slow" to make other child safety law changes, expert says.
Nomadic family says 'dream is more powerful' than surging fuel prices Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
While many Australians are thinking twice about big road trips due to fuel costs, the Sharavnyam family from Mongolia is determined to fulfil a dream to travel the world.
What's turning this red-tailed black cockatoo orange? Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
Spotted again in WA's South West, a rare condition is the reason for the bird's distinctive orange colouring.
Strong lead for Jo Palmer, close race in Huon in Upper House elections Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
Voters in Rosevears have given Education Minister Jo Palmer a strong lead, while the race in the southern electorate of Huon is much closer with independent Dean Harriss fighting to retain his seat.
Police charge Jefferson Lewis, 47, with 5yo girl's murder Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
Northern Territory Police have charged Jefferson Lewis with the murder of five-year-old Kumanjayi Little Baby in Alice Springs.
Live: Trump says resuming strikes in Iran 'a possibility' Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
The US president told reporters he is reviewing a new peace proposal from Iranian negotiators. Follow live.
Backflip but no handshake as Ukrainian beats Russian at Madrid Open Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk backflips after beating Russian Mirra Andreeva in the Madrid Open women's final.
Seeing Kakadu through the lens of Crocodile Dundee Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
Crew members recount filming scenes in some of Kakadu National Park's most iconic locations, forty years on from Crocodile Dundee's release.
Liberals focus on 'lessons' for Victorian election after decisive Nepean win Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
It took less than three hours from the start of vote counting for election analysts to call the result in the Liberals' favour, with a win for former local mayor Anthony Marsh.
Murray-Darling Basin's apex predator back from the brink Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
Murray cod numbers have bounced back across much of Victoria and NSW, and that's good news for the whole Murray-Darling Basin ecosystem.
A Liberal-Green government. Could it happen in Australia? Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
In many ways, the Liberals and the Greens are complete opposites — but in the ACT, an Australian-first power-sharing arrangement between the two parties almost became a reality. So, in politics, can opposites really attract?
Ryan Reynolds 'gutted' as Wrexham misses shot at EPL promotion Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
Movie star and Wrexham co-owner Ryan Reynolds says he is "gutted" but proud after the Welsh club narrowly missed a shot at a Premier League promotion.
News from the BBC World Service
King's speech was a 'high stakes' moment of US visit, Palace says Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026 The state visit to the US draws a positive response after what was a difficult diplomatic challenge. Airlines can cancel flights in advance over fuel shortages, under new plans Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 Ministers hope move would help avoid last-minute flight cancellations for passengers this summer over Middle East fuel supplies. Germany says US troop withdrawal 'foreseeable' as Nato seeks clarification Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026 In the US, two senior Republicans voice concern over President Trump's decision to pull out 5,000 troops. The Iran war has strengthened Ukraine in surprising ways. Could a ceasefire with Russia be closer? Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026 President Zelensky has been visiting the Gulf to demonstrate his country's military nous. Winners, losers and a PM on the brink - what to expect in next week's elections Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 Believe it or not, Thursday’s local elections aren’t just about the PM’s fate - there’s plenty more at stake. Man charged after bomb hoax at Peter Kay show Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 Omar Majed, of Washwood Heath, Birmingham will appear in court on Monday, police said. Miami race brought forward because of storm threat Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026 Sunday's Miami Grand Prix is moved forward by three hours to 18:00 BST because of the threat of thunderstorms. Musk's AI told me people were coming to kill me. I grabbed a hammer and prepared for war Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026 Several people told the BBC they experienced delusions after intense conversations with AI. From beds to LED masks, is the red light craze giving us more than just a warm glow? Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026 Whether it can really repair muscles and make skin look younger is up for debate. Laufey on making jazz cool again (and the fish that brought out her inner rage) Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026 The Icelandic star reflects on a phenomenal year, and the music video that let her go "primal". The clandestine network smuggling Starlink tech into Iran to beat internet blackout Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026 Sahand tells the BBC World Service he sends satellite internet terminals into Iran to help show "the real picture". What death doulas can teach us about dying Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026 Death doulas or soul midwives have increased in popularity in recent years. What do they do? Celebrity Traitors line-up announced - 21 famous faces set to enter castle Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 Miranda Hart, Maya Jama, and Eastenders legend Ross Kemp are among the stars who will go head-to-head in the second series of The Celebrity Traitors. Man charged with murder and sexual assault of 5-year-old Australian girl Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026 The girl's death sparked an outbreak of violence in the central Australian town from where she disappeared. The Papers: '£7m tax bill for William' and 'Traitors take their places' Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026 The Prince of Wales's income tax bill revealed and Celebrity Traitors returns leads Sunday's papers. Struggling High Streets fuel sense of neglect for voters ahead of local elections Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026 Failing High Streets fuel a wider sense of political discontent which could prove crucial in the upcoming elections for English councils in May. Four injured in Brixton drive-by shooting Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 One man is in a life-threatening condition after the attack in the early hours of Saturday. Concern for jailed Iranian Nobel laureate as family say health deteriorating Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 On Friday her family said the 54-year-old had been taken from prison to a local hospital after a sharp deterioration in her health. The remarkable life of Zanardi, a 21st century hero who inspired millions Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 Alex Zanardi was a 21st century hero - a man who inspired millions through his unquenchable spirit in the face of unbelievable adversity, writes Andrew Benson. Tories pledge to tighten household benefit cap rules Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 The party says removing some exemptions to the household benefit cap would save £1bn a year.
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