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News from the ABC Australia

Man and woman found dead in regional Victoria
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Police say the pair, who were found dead at a property near Moe on Monday, were known to each other.

Storm left with huge legal costs as Lomax saga reaches shock conclusion
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Parramatta and Melbourne reach an out-of-court settlement that leaves Zac Lomax unable to join the Storm until 2028.

Police shoot man who allegedly threatened officers with weapon in unit
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Police shoot man in Newcastle after an alleged confrontation during arrest in an apartment block.

Broome does not have accessible taxis, so one local is providing free rides
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

With no wheelchair-accessible taxi service in Broome, a business owner resorts to offering free lifts to help people get around town.

ADF personnel are 'safe' after Dubai air base strike, defence minister says
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Defence Minister Richard Marles says Australian personnel are safe and accounted for after an air base used by Australian forces was hit by Iranian drones near Dubai. 

How gen alpha's fascination with Asian culture will shape Australia's future
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

A futurist says Australia will become increasingly influenced by generation alpha and their interest in everything Asian.

Queensland government makes 11th-hour changes to hate speech laws after criticism
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

The Crisafulli government has introduced last-minute changes to its hate speech laws after widespread criticism.

France to boost nuclear arsenal, involve European allies in deterrence
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

French President Emmanuel Macron says France will expand its nuclear arsenal and will potentially allow European partners to host its aircraft on nuclear deterrence missions.

Redness on Trump's neck caused by common skin cream, White House says
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

The White House says the large red spot on US President Donald Trump's neck is due to a skin cream he is using, without elaborating on what condition it is treating.

Top runner calls for action after being guided off course during half marathon
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

A runner in the US says she hopes a resolution can be found after she was led off course during a half marathon, costing her victory and a place at the world champs.

Bill Clinton says Donald Trump knew Epstein 'well' in deposition
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

Bill Clinton told the committee that he had ended his relationship with Epstein years before the financier was found guilty of soliciting prostitution and Hillary said she never even recalled meeting him.

Why you should think twice before jumping on the AI caricature trend
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

Amateur artist Anne Rowlands lost all her commissions in the past year and says the rise of AI-generated "art" is to blame.

'Game-changer' new suburb announced for inner Sydney
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

Thousands of foreshore homes are earmarked for a new inner Sydney suburb along the harbour, but future residents will have a bustling cruise terminal near their doorstep.

Endangered cockatoos to get new nests after West Australian bushfires
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

Conservationists are trying to put in place a plan to rehabilitate a key nesting area for endangered black cockatoos that was ravaged by fire.

Vice-president of national farming body refuses to resign over 'unacceptable' posts
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

The National Farmers' Federation board has asked its vice-president to reconsider his position after he made "unacceptable" social media posts.

RBA boss says March rate hike a 'live' possibility amid Iran 'supply shock' warning
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

Michelle Bullock says events are moving rapidly and there are different ways the war could play out, with RBA staff closely monitoring the situation.

Man arrested over alleged murder in Adelaide Hills
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

A 25-year-old man is expected to be charged with murder after the death of a man at Mount Barker.

Perth man's former friends shocked by alleged terror attack charges
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

News of Jayson Joseph Michaels being charged with acting in preparation for a "mass casualty" terror act has left his school friends in disbelief.

'Just vile': Police probe fourth offensive letter threatening mosque
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

A three-page "essay of condemnation" addressed to a leader of the Sydney Muslim community has sparked renewed fears of escalating threats of violence.

Territory Labor never should have lost Nightcliff. Does it deserve to win it back?
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

Territory Labor lost the previously safe seat of Nightcliff as it was bundled out of government. Eighteen months on, does it deserve to win the seat back?



News from the BBC World Service

Starmer criticises Trump, saying UK 'does not believe in regime change from skies'
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

The PM told MPs that Trump had expressed his disagreement with the decision not to get involved in the initial strikes.

Jeremy Bowen: Three days in, we still have no idea where this war is heading
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

It's hard to predict how the war will end - but those fighting know how they would like it to.

What is behind the strategy to take out Iran's leadership?
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

Security analyst Gordon Corera looks at what is likely to happen after much of Iran's most senior leadership is killed.

In maps: Strikes across Iran and the Middle East
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

Iranian strikes on targets across the Middle East and Gulf regions continued on Monday after the US and Israel launched strikes on Iran killing the country's supreme leader.

Refugee status becomes temporary in asylum shake-up
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

Adults and accompanied children claiming asylum will only receive refugee status for 30 months under the changes.

Bars close and hundreds lose jobs as US firm buys Brewdog in £33m deal
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

Beverage and cannabis company Tilray acquires the brewery, the brand and 11 bars after Brewdog went into administration.

Daily Mail royal editor denies seeking Prince Harry flight details
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

Rebecca English denies asking a freelance journalist for flight details, saying the information came from other sources.

Saturday Night Live criticised for 'hurtful' Tourette's sketch
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

The condition is "not a joke", the Tourette Action charity says, as the Baftas fallout continues.

Long lost painting revealed to be early work by Rembrandt
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

The painting, created by the Dutch master in 1633, had disappeared after being sold in 1961.

France to boost nuclear arsenal and extend deterrence to European allies
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

Emmanuel Macron said eight countries could enjoy protection from France's nuclear umbrella - but that Paris would retain sole decision-making power.

Tour or residency? Jade, CMAT and Wolf Alice on live music debate
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

Some fans have been left upset after some of the world's biggest acts - including Harry Styles and Ariana Grande - chose to concentrate their upcoming shows in big cities.

The Papers: 'Operation epic chaos' and Trump 'very disappointed in Keir'
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

The papers are dominated by conflict across the Middle East for the third day in a row.

'Doctors said my excruciating period pain was anxiety'
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

Women with endometriosis say doctors failed to listen to them or take their pain seriously.

What can players and clubs do about 'AI slop'?
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

There is an exponential growth of AI 'slop' involving players and football clubs. Is there anything that can be done to stop it?

'I knew the risks, I'd do it again' - Lewis Moody reflects on his rugby career
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

Ex-England captain Lewis Moody tells former team-mate Ben Youngs he was "very aware" of the risks posed during his career.

Video appears to show US F-15 fighter jet crashing in Kuwait
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

The US says six of its F-15 jets were "mistakenly shot down by Kuwaiti air defenses", with all crew in a stable condition.

Will petrol and diesel prices go up now?
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

If oil prices remain high for some time, the knock-on effects could affect the costs of fuel and food

Trump's Iran endgame unclear after mixed messaging on war aims
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

The US president laid out some of his objectives on Monday, but made no mention of what Iran's future might look like after the war.

'They hit so hard the house was shaking': Iranians describe impact of US-Israel attacks
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

People in Iran tell the BBC they hear explosions day and night, as the US and Israel continue striking the country for a third day.

Souvenir ticket for Cruz Beckham's Wales gig says Cardiff is in England
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

Souvenir tickets given out at Cruz Beckham's gig in the Welsh capital said the venue was in Cardiff, England.



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