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News from the ABC Australia

Five dead in Moscow region as Kyiv targets more Wildberries sites
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Ukraine also targets another warehouse belonging to Russian e-commerce giant Wildberries as both sides trade strikes.

Solar costs for business to be slashed under energy scheme expansion
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

The federal government is set to announce changes to the Small-scale Renewable Energy scheme in a bid to help businesses install solar systems and close the gap with residential take-up.

Tony Burke delays speech expected to reveal sweeping migration cuts
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

The ABC understands the cuts to migration numbers are contentious within Labor, but no reason for the delay is given.

NRLW great Ali Brigginshaw gets three-match ban
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

NRLW great Ali Brigginshaw has been banned for three weeks by the judiciary for a dangerous throw tackle against Canterbury's Tayla Preston.

Labor unveils 'widow tax' fix after negative gearing backlash
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

The government is also consulting on carve-outs and changes covering newly built homes, affordable and disability housing and its new capital gains tax system.

Three lions die at Japanese zoo amid extreme temperatures
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

A Tokyo zoo has temporarily shut down its lion enclosure to the public as extreme heat claims three lions.  

'Script hasn't changed': Kevin Rudd derides Hanson's leadership capability
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Former prime minister Kevin Rudd says One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has no real answers for the issues facing Australians but he does believe AUKUS submarines are a good thing for the nation.

Shark Bay crash killed grandfather taking family on holiday
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

More details emerge of a horror crash near Shark Bay that left two men dead and a woman and child seriously injured.

Kath Pettingill, mother of accused Walsh Street police killers, dies
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Kath Pettingill was the matriarch of the accused Melbourne crime family that was fictionalised in the 2010 movie Animal Kingdom.

'Our only option': Aboriginal police officers take racism allegations to court
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Current and former Aboriginal community police officers have launched a class action alleging they were racially vilified, abused and underpaid while working for the NT Police Force.

Minns government rejects hate speech advice it fought to keep secret
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

The Minns government has rejected key advice from a review it commissioned, which recommends hate speech laws be extended to protect more members of the community.

Clarkson happy with handshake to extend contract as North set to miss finals
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

As speculation mounts over his future at Arden Street, North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson addresses his contract situation.

Trial date set for man accused of murdering 14-year-old girl
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

The trial for a man accused of murdering a 14-year-old girl in Tasmania has been set to be held four years after she went missing.

Kakadu board chair charged with domestic violence, assault
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

The chair of the Kakadu Board of Management, Ryan Barrowei, has faced the Katherine Local Court on domestic violence and aggravated assault charges.

Arnott's workers strike over hourly pay rises worth less than a packet of biscuits
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Arnott's workers in Adelaide have walked off the job over a pay dispute, with their union saying previous pay rises have equated to less than $1 per hour — not enough to buy a packet of biscuits.

Teen who stabbed man with brain injury pleads guilty to murder
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

A 16-year-old boy has pleaded guilty to the stabbing murder of 25-year-old Jack Westren at Shellharbour Junction train station after a group of minors lured him there via social media. 

Malaysia Airlines pilot faces drugs charges including flying under influence
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Indonesian authorities release CCTV video showing the moment a Malaysia Airlines pilot was arrested after 26 kilograms of ecstasy and methamphetamine were allegedly found in his luggage.

Salmon farm releasing nutrients, but EPA says it's not causing algae
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

The waters around Tassal's Long Bay fish farm near Port Arthur have signs of excess nutrients — including nuisance algae and seagrass loss. But the EPA has questioned if the fish farm is responsible, and extended its licence for two years.

Tom Holland and Zendaya become most bankable box office couple in Hollywood
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Real-life Hollywood couple Tom Holland and Zendaya are celebrating simultaneous box office success stories in Spider-Man: Brand New Day and The Odyssey – smash hit movies they both star in.

Sportsbet, TAB deny allegations reps offered escort and drugs to gambler
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Sportsbet and TAB have denied explosive claims they offered a young gambler access to illicit drugs and escorts as part of an inducement program. 



News from the BBC World Service

More than 150 migrants rescued after boat catches fire in Channel
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

The boat was attempting to cross to the UK when its engine caught fire, according to French authorities.

Prison overcrowding crisis limits ability to cut early releases, minister says
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Some offenders will be barred from the scheme, but those guilty of manslaughter may be eligible, leaving PC Harper's family "devastated".

Afghan boxer arrested in Greece over discovery of Scottish woman's body in suitcase
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Sharif Ahmadzai, from Afghanistan, is expected to appear in court in Athens on Wednesday.

Top Fifa official Wenger says scrapping World Cup plan 'absolutely necessary'
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Fifa's chief of global football development Arsene Wenger says the decision to scrap the plan to have private investment in Fifa competitions was "absolutely necessary".

Scottish exam pass rates rise as students find out results
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

More than 148,000 learners across the country received their results as details of this year's pass rates were published.

Analysis: Trump challenged by cold reality from top allies
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

A president used to bending US politics to his will faces two stinging losses in a matter of days, writes the BBC's Anthony Zurcher.

Fan adds 'just joking' to England World Cup win tattoo
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Sean Carrington says he is more bothered about England not winning than about his tattoo.

BP's $5.7bn profit highest since 2022 as Iran war pushes up oil price
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Higher oil prices boost the energy giant's results while environmental groups accuse it of profiteering.

'Rape list' part of misogyny girls face at school
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

A group of teenagers make a film describing their experiences, ahead of changes to the curriculum.

Ukraine hits more Wildberries sites as strike kills five in Moscow region
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Facilities operated by Russia's largest online retailer were also hit in St Petersburg and Tver.

Breast cancer checks missing most women under 50 who are at risk, says study
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Up to 95% of younger women who are at higher risk of developing breast cancer are being missed by current NHS checks, researchers warn.

What will happen when a SpaceX rocket collides with the Moon?
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Our satellite has endured countless blows over millions of years - and astronomers think this one could be a useful accident.

Ariana Grande has had enough of body comments, but 'scrutiny' will linger
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

The star has taken a "step back" from the spotlight after appearances led to "endless, ongoing public scrutiny".

How heatwaves are impacting weddings
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

The wedding industry is facing last-minute costs to cope with the heat and October bookings are up.

There's a reason child vaccination rates are falling - and it's not social media
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

As child immunisation rates fall across the UK, one clinic in west Yorkshire is taking aggressive steps to boost immunisations

Gaza tech workers give glimpse of possible future
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Thousands of young people in Gaza are pursuing roles in the digital economy as the territory's wider recovery stalls.

Why Trump Media's sale of fast access to market-moving social posts is controversial
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG) has set up a paid service to give Wall Street firms access to Truth Social's most influential accounts.

I left my wife and twins behind - why this Nigerian man fled South Africa
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Nigerian Richard Itoro is one of tens of thousands who have abandoned their lives in South Africa.

UFC loses $30m on Freedom 250 event at White House
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

UFC owners lose $30m (£22m) staging the Freedom 250 event, which was attended by US President Donald Trump, at the White House in June.

Thunderstorms and flash flood risk on final day of UK heatwave
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

More places in southern and eastern England are expected to reach heatwave criteria on Tuesday but cooler temperatures are on the horizon.



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