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News from the ABC Australia We're trapped in the Attention Olympics — and politicians are taking advantage When a delegation of "influencers" appeared at Canberra's budget lock-up this year, joining press gallery journalists in the increasingly arcane tradition of reading a complex document for a few quiet hours before bursting forth in analysis thereof, much comment was made. Can this 150-year-old tech save childhood from screen overload? As smartphones swallow childhood, a growing movement of parents is reinstalling landlines, hoping an old-school corded rotary phone can restore patience and connection. Pope Leo urges Hollywood actors to resist algorithms, save cinemas Pope Leo XIV tells a group of leading Hollywood actors and filmmakers during an audience at the Vatican that more should be done to protect struggling neighbourhood cinemas, to preserve the shared experience of watching movies. DR Congo and M23 rebel group sign 'historic' new roadmap to peace At the ceremony, Qatar's chief negotiator Mohammed Al-Khulaifi called the agreement "historic", adding that mediators would continue efforts to achieve peace on the ground. England completes sole Ashes warm-up match with flurry of runs Ollie Pope tunes up for the first Ashes Test with hard-hitting knocks of 100 and 90 in England's only warm-up match at Lilac Hill. Former KAP MP Nick Dametto ahead in race to find next north Qld mayor Eight candidates are vying for the top role, including the city's former mayor, Troy Thompson. Nine killed in explosion at police station in Indian-controlled Kashmir At least nine people are dead and dozens are injured after a cache of confiscated explosives detonates inside a police station in Indian-controlled Kashmir. Astronaut and 'trailblazer' named SA's Australian of the Year When Katherine Bennell-Pegg was growing up, she was "mesmerised by the stars" — an enthusiasm that motivated her to pursue astronaut training, and has now secured an honour of a different kind. AFP charges three people over alleged $71 million Defence contracts fraud The AFP has raided homes and businesses across Darwin after a tip-off that a Defence employee, his wife, and a director of a building firm were allegedly involved in a fraudulent scheme to steer multi-million-dollar Defence building contracts their way. Hore leads Demons to prelim final, Blues blow Hawks away in semi Melbourne is through to the AFLW preliminary finals as Kate Hore inspires the Demons to a comeback win over Adelaide, while Carlton demolishes a depleted Hawthorn. Financially embattled hospitality group plans to sell regional clubs Sydney-based Norths Collective looks to offload two Far North Coast sporting clubs to cap losses and pay down debt of about $30 million. Youth crime prevention summer initiative in Melbourne shopping centres Victoria's police chief commissioner says groups of protective services officers and police officers will start patrolling shopping precincts before Christmas in an effort to reduce crime. Hazlewood out of Ashes opener in massive blow for Australia Australian quick Josh Hazlewood is ruled out of the opening Ashes Test match against England in Perth with a hamstring injury. Sand linked to asbestos scare found at over 100 SA education sites Coloured sand products linked to an asbestos contamination scare have so far been identified at more than 100 sites in South Australia following checks at schools and preschools, the state's education department says. When this Thai restaurant flooded, business boomed Fish are not just on the menu in this Thai restaurant — they are also swimming around the tables and bringing in diners happy to sit in waist-deep river water while enjoying their meals. Amyl and the Sniffers concert at Fed Square cancelled to avoid 'crowd crush' The operators of Federation Square promise an urgent security review after locked-out attendees broke through fences at the free concert, but say the band's fan base is not to blame. Old gaol saved from demolition now a thriving hub of creativity Once a place of punishment, Old Geraldton Gaol is now a site of creativity after being saved from demolition by a group of local artists. 'If it was my child': Epidemiologist not worried by asbestos in sand Seventeen schools were shut down on Friday after concerns about asbestos exposure. The reopening of one of the schools has been fast-tracked. Trump says he will sue BBC for up to $5 billion The US president added that he also planned to raise the issue with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Youth diabetes 'feels normal' for many in the remote NT The Northern Territory has some of the highest rates of diabetes globally, with health professionals warning that the cost of living is making it harder for those living in remote communities to access a nutritious diet. News from the BBC World Service Trump says he will take legal action against BBC after apology The US president confirmed he intends to sue the broadcaster for at least $1bn over the Panorama edit of a 2021 speech. Storm Claudia: Disruption continues after major incident declared The fire and rescue service was called to more than 82 incidents after severe flooding in South Wales. 'Head in hands': Ministers fume at No 10's self-inflicted chaos Misshaps of their own making overshadow important things the government has to do, writes Laura Kuenssberg. Train stabbings hero discharged from hospital Samir Zitouni's family say they are "really happy" but that he faces a significant recovery. England rally to claim famous win over All Blacks England roar back from the concession of 12 early points to beat New Zealand and claim the greatest win of coach Steve Borthwick's three-year reign. Pope Leo welcomes Hollywood stars to the Vatican Pope Leo spoke to stars including Cate Blanchett, Spike Lee and Viggo Mortensen at the event for global cinema. BBC now faces tough legal battle with world's most powerful man. What happens next? Anyone who thought an apology to Donald Trump was going to stop his threat of a lawsuit was deluded, writes Culture and Media Editor Katie Razzall. Strangers mocked me in my wheelchair for 'tongue out' trend on TikTok. Nobody intervened A man came right up to a BBC reporter's face and stuck his tongue out, as another filmed from behind. Should Hitler's DNA have been studied – or just left alone? Ground-breaking research has made some fascinating discoveries on the dictator, from his ancestry to possible neurological disorders. After 'insane drama' of pub quiz cheating scandal, can you get the questions right? The weekly pub quiz at the Barking Dog in Urmston returns after a cheating team was rumbled. At 16, I was experimented on by the CIA and now I'm suing Lana Ponting is part of a class-action lawsuit against the Canadian government for its alleged role in the MK-Ultra experiments. Refugees won't be allowed to stay in UK permanently under new rules Shabana Mahmood is expected to say the era of permanent protection for refugees is over, in major changes to the UK's asylum and immigration system. British woman, 85, killed after storm at Portuguese campsite Two others were seriously injured as extreme winds hit the campsite in the Algarve. Thousands march outside COP30 summit in call for action This is the first time since 2021 that protesters have been allowed to demonstrate outside the UN talks. BBC should pay nothing to Trump, former director general says Since the corporation's retraction, Trump has indicated he may continue legal action, upping the amount he could sue for to between $1bn (£759m) and $5bn. UK navy crew member missing off Donegal coast The Irish Coast Guard received a distress call from a UK naval support vessel on Saturday morning. Watch: BBC at scene of devastating flooding in Wales A major incident has been declared in Monmouth following severe and widespread flooding caused by Storm Claudia. Driver released after deadly Stockholm bus crash Police are still investigating the circumstances but said there is no reason to think the crash was intentional. His football skills were showcased on YouTube. Now he plays in the Premier League The French-born footballer did not have an easy run on his way to the top, with numerous clubs rejecting him. Rare orchid brought back from brink of extinction Cambridge University Botanic Garden and partners have been working to successfully reintroduce the species. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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