-->
> >
 
 
News from the ABC Australia

Kenyan death cult leader found guilty of 191 murder charges
Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026

A Kenyan pastor used religious reachings to enforce a "deadly fasting" on his followers and their children after setting up a community in a forest.

Breaking: Kumanjayi Little Baby review finds extensive failings
Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026

An independent review into the NT child protection department's conduct surrounding Kumanjayi Little Baby before her alleged murder has revealed extensive failings, with the department rating her safety as two out of 10.

First openly gay male NBL player Isaac Humphries announces retirement
Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026

The 28-year-old has struggled with a persistent knee injury and steps away after 173 games in the NBL.

Man denied bail after alleged sexual assault of 13yo west of Brisbane
Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026

Prosecutors allege the man assaulted the girl, who was not known to him, in bushland last week and then drove off before police arrived.

A runner, nanna and trailblazing MP, Helen Haines's life changed in an instant
Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026

Everyday people who have worked alongside Helen Haines in her local community share their stories of a woman known for her personal touch.

Ukrainian drone flies wounded soldier from front line
Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026

A Ukrainian army brigade says a wounded soldier has been rescued from the front line using an aerial drone, describing the evacuation as the first of its kind.

Collingwood AFLW captain to leave at end of season
Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026

Ruby Schleicher, captain of Collingwood, will leave the Magpies at the end of the AFLW season.

Driver pleads not guilty over crash that killed two Canberra cyclists
Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026

The 40-year-old woman is facing charges over the deaths of cyclists Bridie Lee and Ryan Riethmuller, who were struck by a car on Canberra's Gunghalin Drive in August.   

Con man 'king' dies in his self-declared Pacific kingdom
Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026

Con man Noah Musingku fleeced millions of dollars from people through his Ponzi scheme before fleeing to his hometown, where he declared himself king.

Barber who intervened in Haines attack denies he is a hero
Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026

Wangaratta barber Ricky Jefferies says he pulled a 43-year-old driver out of his car shortly after he allegedly struck MP Helen Haines. The business owner says he saw a knife in the man's pocket and threw it it away

Toxic sea hares wash up on NSW beach, posing threat to pets
Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026

Strange-looking jellies on a NSW far south coast beach have been identified as a type of sea slug.

Ten songs named after famous people from Nicole Kidman to Elon Musk
Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026

Songs are designed to evoke emotion and some will have you dancing around reciting a celebrity's name.

Man in custody over attack against Helen Haines named
Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026

Helen Haines was struck by a Toyota LandCruiser outside her electorate office in Wangaratta, Victoria, yesterday afternoon.

NAB to slash up to 2,500 jobs in massive restructure
Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026

National Australia Bank says it will cut about 6 per cent of its workforce by mid-2027, as it overhauls its operating model.

NFL QB in hospital at 4am before London game due to blood clots
Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has blood clots in his lungs and, according to media reports, the former Super Bowl MVP is expected to miss the rest of the 2026 season.

Lawyer says video from Town Hall protest shows 'degrading' police treatment
Posted on Monday October 19, 2026

In the video clips, police can be seen grabbing protesters by the head or neck at a rally against the Israeli president in Sydney.  

Japan launches first mission to collect samples from Martian moon
Posted on Monday October 19, 2026

An international space mission aiming to collect sand and rock from one of Mars's moons is expected to land in Australia once the sample is retrieved.

Quick hits: Renshaw floored by miracle grab as Bavuma's six stops traffic
Posted on Monday October 19, 2026

Matt Renshaw cannot believe his own fielding brilliance and Temba Bavuma's soaring six stops traffic after a soggy outfield threatens to ruin it all. Here are the quick hits from day two of the second Test between Australia and South Africa.

Efforts to rehabilitate land damaged by Roe 8 works exceeding expectations
Posted on Monday October 19, 2026

Almost a decade after parts of sensitive WA bushland were razed for a controversial Roe Highway extension that was never completed, efforts to restore the area have exceeded expectations.

FIFA given deadline to answer questions over failed World Cup sell-off
Posted on Monday October 19, 2026

UEFA gives FIFA until November 2 to release documents relating to Gianni Infantino's aborted attempts at a secretive investment plan for the World Cup and other governance issues.



News from the BBC World Service

Curfew imposed in parts of central Paris and other cities after rioting across France
Posted on Monday October 19, 2026

It comes after the country's interior minister admits that police "lost control" in some cities.

Watch: Clean up begins after French riots but police remain
Posted on Monday October 19, 2026

Outside of Paris, Marseille saw some of the worst damage, with shop owners reporting more than 600 premises having been looted.

Ukrainians dying because US restricting intelligence sharing, Zelensky adviser tells BBC
Posted on Monday October 19, 2026

Serhii Beskrestnov says there has not been enough time to warn people about incoming missile attacks. The White House said there had been no changes to intelligence sharing.

Chancellor rejects calls to raise Capital Gains Tax in Budget
Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026

Influential Labour figures had been pushing for equalising CGT and income tax, but critics have said this could drive wealthy people out of Britain.

Burnham vows end to 'rip-off parking charges' under new rules
Posted on Monday October 19, 2026

Penalties are seen as too harsh on motorists who are penalised for parking on private land.

Woman says she 'closed eyes and tried not to be there' during alleged Russell Brand rape
Posted on Monday October 19, 2026

The 51-year-old faces three counts of rape, three charges of sexual assault and one of indecent assault.

Criminals detained in hospital set to lose benefits
Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026

The families of the victims of Nottingham killer Valdo Calocane had been campaigning for the change.

US church on frontline of battle against drug known as 'tranq'
Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026

Synthetic opioids like fentanyl are more powerful and in plentiful supply, and they have transformed the drugs landscape.

Ex-OpenAI worker accused of planting device had Saudi support, says court filing
Posted on Monday October 19, 2026

The Saudi government did not immediately respond to BBC requests for comment.

Five ways El Niño is affecting the weather around the world
Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026

As the strongest El Niño on record continues to intensify, what impacts on weather patterns are already being felt across the globe? Sarah Keith-Lucas looks at the evidence.

The singles choosing in-person dating events over apps
Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026

The BBC hears from people who think dating events are better value for money than dating apps.

I have a condition people are too embarrassed to talk about
Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026

Women share their experience of lichen sclerosus.

Ukraine says it carried out first drone airlift of wounded soldier from front line
Posted on Monday October 19, 2026

The serviceman was surrounded by landmines and enemy drones so a ground rescue was not possible, Ukraine's military says.

'Our worst nightmare': Threats to Australian politicians were rising before MP hit by car
Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026

In the wake of the apparent attack on MP Helen Haines, MPs have described locking their office doors, and scanning every crowd for potential threats.

'The French correction' and 'Labour cuts £2bn from Army'
Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026

Violent unrest in France continues and Defence drops funding for frontline military vehicles lead Tuesday's papers.

Sign up now
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

From news and politics to technology and the royals, get the best BBC journalism to your inbox.

Mission blasts off for Mars to grab a piece of its moon
Posted on Monday October 19, 2026

A spacecraft is set to launch on an ambitious mission to bring 10g of Martian moon dust back to Earth.

Kenya cult leader who told parents to starve children guilty of 191 murders
Posted on Monday October 19, 2026

Self-proclaimed pastor Paul Mackenzie was found guilty of 191 murder charges - all but one of them children.

Tennis star Svitolina says emotional toll of Ukraine war led to Monfils separation
Posted on Monday October 19, 2026

The two top tennis pros married in 2021 and have one child together.

Apu returns to The Simpsons with new voice after race row
Posted on Monday October 19, 2026

The much-loved shopkeeper has been seen but not heard around Springfield for eight years, until now.



Warnings ::
No Current Warnings




   

 



   

 




  

 
 
We Media logo