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News from the ABC Australia

Quick hits: Legends stunned by on-air gaffe, Trump's call goes cold
Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026

The US and Canada hit the pitch for the first time at their home World Cup, but on day two the drama extended from the field to the TV booths and beyond. Here are the quick hits.

Berry using AI to prepare for 'iconic' 24 Hours of Le Mans
Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026

With the use of an AI personal trainer, and hours in the simulator, Australian driver Martin Berry is ready to tackle one of motorsport's most famous races. 

Live: Demons play for top four against lowly Bombers to begin AFL Saturday
Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026

Fresh off a King's Birthday win over the Pies, Melbourne looks to crack the top four with an MCG clash with Essendon. Follow live.

US orders Anthropic to halt foreign access to its most advanced AI models
Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026

The US government restrictions cite national security concerns over the AI models Fable 5 and Mythos 5.

They know it looks unusual, but these mates are 'piggybacking the world'
Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026

Best friends Lachie and Fletcher have nailed the art of ignoring what people think, travelling the world as Two Mates, 1 Chair.

Could Switzerland become the first country to restrict its population?
Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026

The Swiss will go to the polls on Sunday to vote on whether to back a referendum that would see its population capped at 10 million.

'Lambo Guy' Adrian Portelli sues former minister over lottery comments
Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026

Melbourne "rewards club" lottery billionaire Adrian Portelli has launched a defamation lawsuit against former SA minister Andrea Michaels over comments she made about a $3.5 million home prize draw.

Woman suffers critical arm and leg injuries in shark attack at Sydney beach
Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026

A woman is in a critical condition after being bitten by a shark at a beach in Sydney's east.

Blues cop Origin blow as young gun suffers fresh injury at training
Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026

Casey McLean is ruled of Origin II at the MCG after going down with a quad injury at training on the Central Coast.

Trump's name set to be stripped from Kennedy Center as appeal fails
Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026

With storms dancing around Washington before a court-ordered deadline to remove references to Donald Trump, workers were seen building scaffolding around a section of the building that includes the president's name.

Trump says US has killed leader of Venezuelan drug cartel in air strike
Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026

The US president said he would continue to track down Tren de Aragua members and "send them to the depths of hell where they belong".

Why the swimming pool is an oasis in these outback communities
Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026

In Kalumburu and Balgo, two of Western Australia's most isolated towns, investing in a community swimming pool has been a boon for everyone. 

Australia has valuable cards to play in the AI future, new report finds
Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026

A new report says Australia can capitalise on AI, with valuable cards to play strategically.

'Seeking connection': The unseen children who roam the streets at night
Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026

Youth Beat workers take to Perth streets at night to help young people who have nowhere else to go. 

Ex-Liberal strategist, pollster Stansfield in Senate tilt
Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026

A former Liberal adviser turned Tasmanian political commentator says he is "genuinely worried about the future of the country" and plans to stand for preselection for the Senate at the next federal election.

Parents create 'university of life' for non-verbal daughter
Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026

When Lillian Rowsell was in her final year of school and unable to continue formal education, her parents found a creative solution.

Critics say Victoria is struggling to house growing prison population
Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026

The state's bail laws were changed after a high-profile death in custody. Advocates are warning that last year's tightening of the Bail Act could see history repeat itself. 

These ocean users have different ways of protecting themselves from sharks
Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026

After the deaths of three spearfishers from shark attacks, the conversation has turned to which shark deterrent measures are in place across the country and which ones have been found to work well.

'Special player and person': NZ cricket legend Williamson retires
Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026

New Zealand cricketing legend Kane Williamson announces his retirement from the game immediately after a stunning career.

Sam Short equals Grant Hackett and reminds us how far we've come
Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026

Sam Short wins the 200m, 400m, 800m and 1,500m national titles to equal the feats of Grant Hackett more than 20 years ago.



News from the BBC World Service

Rugby star Sinfield and authors Blackman and Donaldson lead honours list
Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026

Noughts & Crosses author Malorie Blackman and Gruffalo creator Julia Donaldson are made dames, as the rugby lead star is knighted.

Elon Musk becomes world's first trillionaire as SpaceX soars in stock market debut
Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026

Musk is now worth $1.11tn according to the Bloomberg rich list, while SpaceX listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange with a value of $2.2tn.

Elon Musk's stratospheric rise to trillionaire status - in charts
Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026

The BBC breaks down how the tech mogul's fortune has grown.

Deal to end fighting would lead to Hormuz reopening, Iran says
Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026

The deal which will pave the way for hostilities to end is close to being finalised, the US, Iran and mediators Pakistan say.

I have a duty to stay on, says Starmer, as he justifies defence spending decisions
Posted on Friday June 12, 2026

Sir Keir Starmer argues he has made "hard-edged" decisions, one day after his defence secretary quit in a row over money.

Harry Styles revisits X Factor as he kicks off Wembley residency
Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026

The pop star reminisces about his X Factor audition, which took place near Wembley Stadium in 2010.

Karren Brady stayed at West Ham despite knowing of Sullivan women's team ban
Posted on Friday June 12, 2026

Brady's lawyers said she had "no knowledge" of the allegations made against long-time business partner David Sullivan.

King leads tributes to 'giant of the art world' David Hockney
Posted on Friday June 12, 2026

The artist, who has died at the age of 88, "was one of life's true originals", King Charles says.

Switzerland to vote on plan to cap population at 10 million
Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026

The right-wing Swiss People's Party calls the plan a "sustainability initiative", but opponents say it is a recipe for chaos.

Watch: David Beckham receives star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
Posted on Friday June 12, 2026

The former footballer was joined by his wife Victoria Beckham and their children, as well as actor Tom Cruise.

Palestine Action activists jailed over factory raid
Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026

The case is believed to be the first time that convictions for criminal damage have been classified as terrorism.

Staying up for the football? Here's how to survive a World Cup all-nighter
Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026

Forget blocks and tackles, this is the tactical plan you need for the football.

Watch: Why is Trump not at the World Cup?
Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026

All three leaders of the North America host nations have missed the tournament opening matches.

'It's all they're talking about': Scotland gripped by World Cup fever
Posted on Friday June 12, 2026

Excitement is building ahead of Scotland's first game in the men's World Cup for 28 years.

Niagara Falls: Is there a better spot to watch a World Cup game?
Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026

Football fans gathered at a FIFA World Cup watch party at Niagara Falls for the Canadian and USA teams' opening matches.

Fans on concourses instead of in seats, claims Fifa
Posted on Friday June 12, 2026

Fifa says numerous empty seats were visible in the near-sell-out Group A match between South Korea and the Czech Republic because of fans remaining on concourses.

Scotland's McTominay 'ready to go' after illness
Posted on Friday June 12, 2026

Scotland midfielder Scott McTominay takes part in training on the eve of the World Cup opener against Haiti, having missed out the previous day because of an upset stomach.

South Africa trolled by African fans in wake of World Cup loss
Posted on Friday June 12, 2026

The taunting reflects anger from parts of the continent over reports of xenophobia in South Africa.

David Hockney depicted a 'peaceful, gay paradise' when homosexuality was a crime
Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026

Hockney broke social taboos by celebrating same-sex relationships in his art - often by depicting the quiet, everyday moments of gay domestic life.

The night people in Belfast fled their homes because of racist violence
Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026

Reporter Richard Morgan recalls the chaotic scenes he witnessed when reporting on days of disorder in Northern Ireland.



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