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News from the ABC Australia

Working at David Jones was 'heaven on a stick' in its heyday
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Former staff say years of cost cutting and reduced staffing has taken a toll on the experience of shopping at David Jones.

The anthem mix-up that became an enduring myth in the Alan Jones legend
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Alan Jones's first F1 grand prix victory in 1977 was so out of the blue that he said the band played Happy Birthday to him instead of the national anthem, but is the story true?

Bob Katter answers Cairns band's crocodile ballad with lyrical threat
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Bob Katter says he loves crocodiles — in fact, he ate one at the pub the other night. But when a Far North band wrote a song about him from the croc's point of view, he fired back with a lyrical threat.

Police killer Dezi Freeman suspected of sexually exploiting two children
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Freeman, who was killed in a police stand-off in March, is now suspected of sexually exploiting two children, law enforcement sources tell the ABC.

UK version of Married At First Sight cancelled after rape allegations
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

British broadcaster Channel 4 says the series will not be returning to screens after three contestants alleged they had been sexually assaulted during the making of the reality show.

California governor to grant clemency to all 548 death row inmates in state
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

The fate of hundreds of inmates facing death sentences in California hinges on the Supreme Court's approval after the governor says he wants to end state-sanctioned killing. 

Euphoria turns to raw fear on Wall Street
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Wall Street indices nosedive as investor thinking about the rollout of AI infrastructure turns on its head. So, is this latest sell-off a flash in the plan or the start of a broader bear market?

Socceroos still waiting for World Cup payment from FA
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Socceroos players who competed at this year's World Cup are yet to be paid their match fees, three months after the tournament's conclusion.

Police offer $250k reward to find offshore crime boss
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Police describe Anthony Pele as one of their highest-priority fugitives, offering $250,000 to associates willing to turn the alleged gang leader over to authorities.

Teenager found guilty of raping woman during home invasion
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

A court heard the boy held the woman's partner at knifepoint while she was raped by two other teenagers.

Aussie Rules has long history of footy gimmicks gone wrong
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Forget Wharfie Time. Australian Rules football has a long history of gimmicks that haven't always turned out well, and they have involved everything from a hovercraft to a Batmobile and even an elephant. 

Women's pelvic health surgeon among SA's Australian of the Year winners
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

An endo-gynaecologist specialising in pelvic floor treatments has been named the South Australia's 2027 Australian of the Year in a ceremony where the former recipient doubled down on her wish to secure a spot on a future space mission.

Fake robbery of autistic boy online leads to scam warning
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Greg Sealey called for help online after claiming his autistic son was robbed, but police say it didn't happen — it was a scam.

Live: Lamarre-Condon breaks down as he tells jury about shooting ex-partner
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Former police officer Beau Lamarre-Condon is in the witness stand, describing the day he is alleged to have murdered Jesse Baird and Luke Davies. Follow live.

NT architect wins top honour, joining ranks of Sydney Opera House designer
Posted on Thursday November 05, 2026

The Alice Springs architect behind the NT's only 6-star green rated building has been awarded the industry's highest honour. The win sees Susan Dugdale join the ranks of other influential designers, including the architect behind the Sydney Opera House.

Researchers call for rethink on disposal of washed-up whale carcasses
Posted on Thursday November 05, 2026

Marine scientist Olaf Meynecke says disposing of dead whales is complex, costly and should not fall to local councils. 

Child dies, woman in serious condition after two-car Bass Highway crash
Posted on Thursday November 05, 2026

A 10-year-old girl has died and a woman is in a serious condition in hospital after a two-car crash near Somerset in Tasmania's north-west.

Mobility scooter and fishing set-up found as police search for missing man
Posted on Thursday November 05, 2026

Police from Victoria and New South Wales are searching for a man who disappeared after going fishing near the Murray River.

Brothers open Ceduna's first barber shop in 50 years
Posted on Thursday November 05, 2026

Two Eyre Peninsula brothers have opened a 100 per cent Aboriginal-owned barber shop in the main street of Ceduna, the first men's hairdresser in the town for 50 years.

Police expand operation targeting Melbourne arsons and extortion
Posted on Thursday November 05, 2026

Night-time patrols as part of Operation Phoenix will be expanded across Melbourne as police try to stem a wave of arson attacks and extortion linked to crime gangs.



News from the BBC World Service

Russell Brand found guilty of rape and sexual assault
Posted on Thursday November 05, 2026

Brand is told to expect a prison sentence "of some length" and faces more rape allegations, it can now be reported.

Major tech stocks plunge as US midterms add to fears of AI slowdown
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Markets have been reacting to possible tougher scrutiny of data centre construction and the AI industry following the US midterms.

Met chief warns policing 'heading for failure' without reform
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Sir Mark Rowley will argue that the current system is unable to cope with the sophistication of modern criminals.

Firms told to publish salaries in job adverts ahead of new law
Posted on Thursday November 05, 2026

The goverment argues the change will help jobseekers and could help to prevent pay discrimination.

California governor commutes sentences for state's 548 death row inmates
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

California has historically had the largest population of people on death row in the US.

Thatcher's Right to Buy split my estate. Now its days could be numbered
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Labour is weakening Margaret Thatcher's landmark housing policy. Will it really fix Britain's social housing woes?

King relishes 'politically charged' deployments, Palace aide says
Posted on Thursday November 05, 2026

The monarch faced questions on the UK's involvement in the slave trade during his Caribbean tour.

Andrew received up to £2,000 per month from sub-letting, watchdog reports
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

The income went to the former prince rather than his landlord the Crown Estate.

Messages reveal how hoax threat was passed on by air traffic control
Posted on Thursday November 05, 2026

BBC Verify has been analysing messages after flights across Europe were targeted by fake bomb threats - the second such incident this week.

UK doctor infected with Ebola being treated at London hospital
Posted on Thursday November 05, 2026

The doctor tested positive in DR Congo, where there is an outbreak. The government says the risk to the public remains low.

Democratic socialist defeats incumbent Karen Bass in Los Angeles mayor's race
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

The results mean America's two most populous cities - New York and Los Angeles - will be led by democratic socialists.

More Mandelson papers set to be published before Christmas
Posted on Thursday November 05, 2026

Documents were published in March and June - but others were withheld because they were part of a police investigation.

Watch: Met Police release Brand interview footage
Posted on Thursday November 05, 2026

Brand was found guilty of one count of rape and three sexual assaults at Southwark Crown Court.

Russell Brand is being investigated over two new rape complaints, police say
Posted on Thursday November 05, 2026

Det Supt Andy Furphy said he hoped other potential victims would gain "courage" and "confidence" from the guilty verdicts.

The Russell Brand I saw in court was not the flamboyant character most people will know
Posted on Thursday November 05, 2026

Brand stood upright in the dock as the verdicts were read out in court - ending this sometimes surreal trial.

U2 on Dolly Parton's final duet; and the 'grudge match' behind their new album
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

The rock group discuss Parton's final recording before her death, and why they refuse to be censored on stage.

Who could be behind hoax bomb threats to European air travel?
Posted on Thursday November 05, 2026

There is no hard evidence so far linking airline bomb threats to Russia, Iran or any proxy groups.

Tempted by snacks before bed? Here's why - and what you can do about it
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

There are biological reasons why you may reach for sweet treats before bed, but you can change the habit.

'I was asked if I was a crier': Your worst job interviews revealed
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Bad job interviews can be horrible to experience in the moment, but there is a lot they can teach us about the world of work

The Papers: 'Justice' and 'Predatory' Brand faces jail
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Russell Brand's rape and sexual assault conviction leads many of Friday's papers.



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