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News from the ABC Australia

Tallow could help solve Australia's fuel shortages
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Australia's booming tallow industry could help reduce the nation's reliance on imported fuel, with plans to turn animal by-products into renewable fuels on home soil. 

Democrats' crushing midterms win could spark battle for party's soul
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

The Democratic Party is no longer just a broad church, but a huge multi-faith centre. Now their prayers for an electoral resurrection have been answered, the perennial battle for the soul of the party begins.

Albanese weighs in on 'very significant' US midterm results
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

The prime minister describes the US midterm results as "very significant" and assures Australians he will continue to push for an end to the war in Iran.

Breaking: Khawaja claims all players knew about Sandpapergate ball tampering
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Usman Khawaja claims all staff and players knew that the Australian team was using sandpaper to tamper with the ball during the 2018 tour of South Africa.

How Australian singer Dame Joan Sutherland became a global opera sensation
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

A century after Joan Sutherland's birth, singers reflect on how La Stupenda's artistry, bel canto revival and Australian success continue to inspire.

Western Sydney's place of 'innovation', 'learning' officially opens to public
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

The biggest cultural infrastructure build since the Sydney Opera House officially opens today on a site that was once an old car park. 

The young lawyers thrust onto the frontline of the domestic violence crisis
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Community legal centres say they are becoming overwhelmed with domestic and family violence matters, but a new program that sends young lawyers to country towns is providing much needed relief and hope. 

Experts raise alarm about 'safe cells' after multiple NSW prison deaths
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Daniel Turnbull died after drinking 237 cups of water while under 24-hour surveillance in a prison cell. Experts warn the use of isolation cells to manage mental health risks are only placing prisoners in more danger.

Inside the $3 billion battle over defence real estate
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

A plan to sell 67 defence sites around the country has become a long-running political headache for the federal government, but it is vowing to press on.

As they battle cancer, these investors fight to recover their super
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Meredith Wright is desperately trying to recoup about $200,000 of her bedridden husband's retirement savings. They are one of the thousands of First Guardian investors still fighting for their money.

Brands asked to keep supplying David Jones despite unpaid debts
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Documents seen by ABC News show the unclear situation facing suppliers after the 188-year-old retailer was plunged into voluntary administration this week.

Plane vanishes without a trace but not before chilling final transmission
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

In 1981 a Cessna 210 disappeared without a trace in an area some call the Devil's Triangle, creating an impact that would continue to resonate for decades.

The Trumpocalypse holds big lessons for Albanese
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

If there's usable political information in the American drubbing for the Albanese government, it may be that there's no room for error in the era of cost-of-living pain.

Comedian Dara Ó Briain on the family surprise behind his new show
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Dara Ó Briain was a "nerdy" university student when he realised he had a gift for making people laugh. At 54, his own life is providing a rich vein for his comedic storytelling. 

What we learnt from murder accused's first appearance in witness box
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Former police officer Beau Lamarre-Condon gave evidence for the first time at his murder trial, detailing his account of what happened at Brown Street on February 2024.

ABC 50/50 quiz: Test your knowledge of angsty 90s lyrics, Moneyball and royals in the rain
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Each question in the ABC 50/50 quiz has only two options: one is right, the other is wrong. But be warned: we might try to trick you. 

Meghan Markle's father charged with possessing child pornography
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

US authorities have charged Thomas Markle, the father of Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, with possessing child pornography, alleging they have photos of him with prepubescent girls.

Bomb threats spread to European newsrooms after wave of passenger jet scares
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Spain's foreign minister said the continent appeared to be facing "hybrid aggression and a form of psychological warfare".

Three detainees scale Banksia Hill Detention Centre roof
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Aerial footage shows damage to parts of the Banksia Hill Detention Centre, including to windows and an air conditioning unit, after three detainees climbed to the roof at Perth's youth detention facility. 

Threatening, sexist messages scrawled on balloons left at MP's office
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Threatening, sexist and abusive messages scrawled on balloons have been left outside the suburban electorate office of South Australian government MP Jayne Stinson, with police confirming they are investigating the matter.



News from the BBC World Service

Brand's barrister refers himself to regulator after report he confronted journalist
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Ian Winter allegedly confronted a reporter outside court who had investigated the comedian.

AI stocks climb after trillions wiped from market values
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Investors had been selling off tech shares in part due to concerns the Democrat election victory would mean slower AI development.

New wave of bomb threats hit European airlines
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

No link has been established between the threats against the airlines and those against the media outlets.

How unprecedented changes to the polar vortex may impact the UK's weather
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

An unprecedented early weakening of the polar vortex is causing uncertainty amongst experts over the impact it will have on UK weather as Simon King explains.

Manhunt after boy injured by sword, sparking Gloucester school lockdowns
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Two schools went into lockdown following the incident and one woman has been arrested.

Watch: Is it the end of the road for Tesla's Cybertruck?
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

The car company's CEO Elon Musk has said production will halt in Texas, to focus on the firm's self-driving Cybercabs.

Met Police boss 'wouldn't be surprised' if more allegations made about Brand
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Sir Mark Rowley tells the BBC that what he heard reported from Brand's trial came close to "victim blaming".

How 2000s lad culture helped Russell Brand to hide in plain sight
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

The behaviour that formed the backdrop to Brand's prosecution also helped elevate him, writes the BBC's media editor Katie Razzall.

Katherine Ryan says she feels 'grief and relief' after Russell Brand conviction
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

The comedian had previously spoken about an unnamed "predator" in the entertainment industry.

Watch: Met Police releases 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.

Burnham responds to BBC question over Labour's past links to Brand
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

The prime minister says that Labour politicians courting the comedian a decade ago had not been aware of his crimes.

'A beautiful story' as Bellingham brothers called up
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

It may be a surprise to some but Jobe Bellingham's call up to the England senior side has been a long time coming.

Four midterms takeaways for 2028 White House race
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

The buzz about the presidential election is already under way - here's what we learned this week.

Spate of bomb threats poses serious challenge to airline industry
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

After a week of disruption, airlines are facing both safety and financial concerns.

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.

Why the US midterms sparked an AI stock selloff
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Fears of more AI regulation appear to have sparked fear among investors, but concerns about the industry have been growing for some time.

Spain's rail authorities face European fraud probe after Urda rail disaster
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Prosecutors begin investigating EU funds meant for upgrading the Spanish railway line where a train crash killed 69 people.

Judge blocks construction of Trump's massive arch after federal agency approval
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

The Trump administration had hoped the construction of the 250-foot arch could begin as early as this week.

Man investigated for leaving 17-year-old on Germany's highest mountain
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

The teenager was eventually rescued on Zugspitze and has since been discharged from hospital.

Huntingdon train attack victim thought 'this is what it feels like to die', court told
Posted on Friday November 06, 2026

Scott Bletcher says he found police and told them 'am I glad to see you, I've been stabbed".



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