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News from the ABC Australia Deaf residents in aged care left without basic support services One Deaf woman living with dementia has been without basic care services for two years. Advocates warn her story represents a much larger problem. Thousands join stem cell donor roll but still no match for Rowan Rowan Tong-Law, 18, was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia last year and has been searching for a full stem cell donor match. Thousands call for dog ban to be overturned at popular Sydney beach Kutti Beach in Sydney's east had previously allowed dogs on leash but Woollahra Council then decided to ban dogs altogether for "safety and hygiene" concerns following a committee report. How 4ZZZ kept Brisbane loud and proud with the help of bands, battles and beer Brisbane community radio station 4ZZZ has withstood political, social and financial pressure for 50 years and it's still thriving as a loud and proud beacon of counterculture. Why all of Melbourne's major arts institutions have the same name No sensible organisation can now afford to turn down money or its requirements. So, cash-strapped institutions find themselves between a rock and a hard place with a big name painted on it. World's largest mistletoe among flora blooming for Australian Christmas As the summer heat settles in, flora and fauna associated with Christmas in Australia can be spotted throughout the country. Sexism, harassment and inflexibility drive women out of winemaking Among the main factors contributing to women leaving Australia's wine industry were sexism, discrimination, and a lack of flexibility, a nationwide study has found. Indonesia's Sumatra devastated by cyclones and monsoon rains Landslides across Sumatra in Indonesia have cut off roads and destroyed homes, creating several pockets of isolated villages where a helicopter is the only way in. Emergency advice about snake bites now at your fingertips As a new app is launched to provide first-aid advice for venomous bites and stings, a reptile expert urges people to learn how to respond in an emergency ahead of an expected spike in demand for antivenom over summer. Who will lead the SA Liberal Party to the next state election? SA Liberal leader Vincent Tarzia has stepped down. Pressure had been mounting in the lead-up to the 2026 state election, and predictions for the Liberal Party's chances are not looking promising. Hole in Adelaide pitch complicates WBBL finals puzzle The Adelaide-Hobart WBBL match has to be abandoned after a ball goes under the roller during the innings break, creating a hole in the pitch. The quiet threat facing Opetaia in world title defence Jai Opetaia may feel that fighting Hüseyin Cinkara is beneath him as he continues to hunt for a unification fight. But he cannot afford any lapses against a powerful puncher. Heritage bid to save public housing tower slated for demolition A 1960s North Melbourne public housing tower slated for imminent demolition has been nominated for protection under state heritage laws, following a successful appeal by a tenants group. Council finally fixing back flow that sends raw sewage through Brittany's home After decades of sewage back flow problems, Townsville City Council is funding a fix that could keep raw human waste out of homes and backyards. Trump is remaking the White House in his own image before it is too late The US president has spent much of his first year back in office changing the historic building he fought to reclaim in a bid to cement his legacy. Vladimir Putin offers India 'uninterrupted' fuel supplies The offer is made at a summit in New Delhi, where new deals on energy, agriculture and labour have also been announced. No summer break for Australian athletes chasing Winter Olympic glory At a time when many Aussies are heading off for beach holidays, a group of snow sports athletes are chasing winter with their sights set on the next Olympic Games. Australia delights in a familiar tale of English woe at the Gabba Australia took control of the second Ashes Test at the Gabba on a day that carried plenty of the hallmarks of failed English tours of yesteryear. Australia's youngest senator was catfished on social media as a teen As the social media ban for teens looms, the parliament's most recent senator reveals she knows firsthand the dangers that can confront young people online. Hezbollah refuses to disarm while Israel continues bombing Lebanon Lebanon's government says it is trying to disarm militant group Hezbollah, but there are fears of sparking an internal conflict. News from the BBC World Service England start World Cup against Croatia, Scotland to face Brazil England will begin their World Cup 2026 campaign against Croatia, while Scotland have been drawn in the same group as Brazil for next summer's tournament. Netflix to buy Warner Bros film and streaming businesses for $72bn The major Hollywood deal means Netflix will takeover ownership of franchises including Harry Potter and Game of Thrones. Germany votes to bring in voluntary military service programme for 18-year-olds The shift in its approach to its military follows a push to create Europe's strongest conventional army. 'I don't want to be part of this war machine': Young Germans protest against military service plans Germany is introducing voluntary military service to boost national defences after Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Doctor charged with sex assaults of 38 patients The charges against Nathaniel Spencer relate to his time working at two West Midlands hospitals. Catherine joined by stars and charity heroes for Christmas carol concert Actors Kate Winslet and Chiwetel Ejiofor were among the 1,600 guests at Westminster Abbey. Legendary architect Frank Gehry dead aged 96 Gehry was known for his experimental metallic designs. Kim Cattrall marries fiancé she met on BBC radio show The actress met Russell Thomas when he was working at the BBC and she was a guest on Radio 4 in 2016. Man, 18, struck on motorway Tasered before death Logan Smith, 18, died after getting out of an ambulance on the M5 on Sunday evening. Irish police investigating drone activity during Zelensky visit The Irish police force says it is investigating the matter after reports of drones near Dublin around the time the Ukrainian president landed. Mum's eight-year justice battle to see rapist jailed Allan Peyton is jailed for five years for raping a woman in her home in the West Mercia area. US hits out at EU's 'suffocating regulations' after it fines Elon Musk's X The European Commission says the social media site is opening its users up to scams and impersonations. Old and new foes - a look at England's World Cup group BBC Sport profiles Croatia, Panama and Ghana - England's Group L opponents at the 2026 World Cup. 'Bring it on' says Clarke as Scotland face Brazil, Morocco & Haiti in World Cup Scotland will open their World Cup finals next summer against Haiti after also being drawn against Brazil and Morocco. President Trump wins inaugural Fifa Peace Prize US President Donald Trump receives the inaugural Fifa Peace Prize before the draw for the 2026 Fifa World Cup. Frank Gehry's most iconic work - in pictures As one of architecture's most provocative and creative forces, Frank Gehry was behind intriguing buildings the world over. How a 'fertility gap' is fuelling the rise of one-child families 'For every three children wanted… only two are born,' says one expert. So, what has led to this gap? Boycotts and arguments - can the Eurovision Song Contest survive its biggest crisis? The biggest crisis in the Eurovision Song Contest's history raises major questions about its future. Which European countries have mandatory or voluntary military service The issue of forcing citizens to serve in the military is back as the war between Russia and Ukraine grinds on. They're sweets, but not as you know them - why freeze-dried candy is trending Big confectionery makers are rolling out freeze-dried sweets after they become an online sensation. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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