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News from the ABC Australia

Weatherald, Labuschagne, Green under Ashes selection pressure after MCG loss
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

Jake Weatherald, Marnus Labuschagne and Cameron Green all face selection pressure following double failures in Australia's jarring loss at the MCG.

Northern Queensland on flood alert as heavy rain forecast
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

The weather bureau says a monsoon trough lingering over north Queensland has the potential to become a lengthy flood event.

Kennedy Center boss demands $1.5m damages after musician cancels show
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

Musician Chuck Redd cancelled his Christmas Eve show days after the White House announced the venue would be renamed the Trump Kennedy Center. 

Every time Sonya saves a dingo pup, she breaks the law
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

When Sonya sees a black-and-tan dingo, she feels a connection to family and Country, but many landholders see them as livestock-killing pests. Can graziers and dingoes co-exist?

Umpire shortage lowering standards, increasing injuries, ex-umpires say
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

Jared Collins has officiated nearly a thousand NT footy games, but says an ongoing dispute between AFLNT and its umpires has forced him to hang up the whistle.

My mentors helped me develop confidence. Now I'm giving back
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

Other people with lived experience of blindness gave Nas Campanella the confidence to navigate life. Her mentee is enjoying similar benefits. 

What a 1925 summer reading list reveals about us
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

There's books from authors that would become household names — F. Scott Fitzgerald and A.A Milne among them — and books that are now banned in some countries. But what can we learn from what people were reading in 1925?

Queensland triathlete making history and inspiring a new generation
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

Matthew Hauser has always dreamed of becoming a triathlete. After achieving incredible feats this year, the world champion is now eyeing a spot on the Australian Olympic squad.

Woman killed and man critically injured in Sydney stabbing
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

A man is in custody after the death of a woman and the stabbing of another man in Sydney's north-west, with emergency services called to a Quakers Hill home just before 5amafter reports of a disturbance. 

Mum of four-year-old who drowned pleads for safer pool fences
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

A woman is calling for tougher pool fencing regulations after her daughter crawled through a faulty fence and drowned in a neighbour’s pool. 

Climate a bigger threat to biodiversity than renewables, experts say
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

As the green energy boom gathers pace, experts say climate change is a bigger threat to biodiversity than wind farms and other renewables projects.

Council watchdog closes years-long probe without finishing report
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

The integrity agency tasked with keeping the local government sector in check is under fire after an ABC investigation raised questions over whether it was properly empowered to carry out its core functions.

Heat call on lightning-fast debutant in rollicking BBL win
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

Injury to Shaheen Afridi leaves debutant Tom Balkin to bowl the final over, and the 21-year-old delivers to help Brisbane Heat to a seven-run BBL win over Adelaide Strikers. 

How teens stay connected to friends, family overseas without social media
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

Sydney teenager Ilia Kyrychenko was relieved to delete his accounts after the social media ban, but the change is making it more difficult to connect with his loved ones in Ukraine.

Cyber attacks that occurred this year and how you can protect your data
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

More than 500 data breaches were reported in Australia over the first half of 2025 alone, but there are some ways you can minimise your risk of being caught up in one.

'Battle conditions': More than a quarter of Sydney to Hobart fleet retires
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

Crews have been battling challenging conditions, damage and sea sickness as the leading yachts are expected to arrive in Hobart later today.

International visitors drawn to outback farm life
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

The far west of New South Wales is playing host to a number of international visitors who are falling in love with outback farm life.  

Magic mushroom use rises despite concerns of rare paralysis syndrome
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

Wood-lover paralysis is a poorly understood syndrome related to consuming a native species of magic mushroom, with sufferers experiencing weakness and difficulty breathing in some instances.

How the internet reacted to England winning the Boxing Day Test
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

The English swashed their buckles and came out on top in a Boxing Day Test that was played in fast-forward. Here's how the internet reacted.

AI is changing after-school parenting for many Chinese families
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

AI is becoming a regular presence at homework time in many Chinese households. Experts say where families draw the line matters more than the technology itself.



News from the BBC World Service

Attack on Kyiv shows 'Russia doesn't want peace', Zelensky says
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

The 10-hour missile and drone barrage directed at Ukraine's capital killed two people and left 32 injured, local authorities say.

Treasury to cover Bayeux Tapestry for estimated £800m
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

The huge embroidery will be covered under the government's indemnity scheme when it travels to the UK.

Family cremates wrong body after hospital mistake
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

The Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow has apologised and launched an investigation.

Gordon Ramsay's daughter Holly weds Olympian Adam Peaty
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

The celebrity chef says he "couldn't be a prouder dad" as his 25-year-old daughter ties the knot at Bath Abbey.

UK restricts DR Congo visas over migrant return policy
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

The Home Office says Kinshasa has failed to agree to measures allowing the return of illegal immigrants and foreign national offenders.

Diogo Jota's children lead tributes before Liverpool v Wolves
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

Liverpool and Wolves pay tribute to Diogo Jota as his two former sides meet for the first time since his death.

Kennedy Center seeks $1m from musician who cancelled after Trump name added to venue
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

Drummer Chuck Redd reportedly called off his Christmas Eve performance after a vote by the board to rename the site.

Viral moments that defined 2025 - from Celebrity Traitors to Dubai chocolate
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

Adolescence and the parodied Jet2 advert were some of the other most talked about moments.

'Are you not entertained?' Why two-dayer was no less of a Test
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

BBC Sport chief cricket reporter Stephan Shemilt reflects on the chaos of the Boxing Day Test, which England won inside two days.

Both these influencers are successful - but only one is human
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

Some say AI is ruining social media, but others see its potential to democratise who gains fame online.

Quiz of the year, part 3: How did Taylor Swift announce her engagement on Insta?
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

Test your memory on what happened in the news from July to September.

Five of Queen Elizabeth II's most iconic outfits
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

From fashion diplomacy in the US to a transparent raincoat, the late Queen's style was a powerful formula.

UK to offer military 'gap year' to boost recruitment
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

The paid 12-month course is aimed at under-25s, with plans for the scheme to grow to 1,000 young people a year.

Her husband's kidnapping became Malaysia's biggest mystery. Then came a stunning confession
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

Nine years after her husband disappeared, Susanna Liew had a stunning legal win in one of Malaysia's biggest mysteries.

Rail users hit by change to peak time ticketing
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

Conservative MP for Reigate Rebecca Paul says the new rules are "more expensive and confusing".

Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire begins after weeks of deadly clashes
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

Almost one million people were displaced when hostilities resumed earlier this month after the first truce broke.

Don't rule out EU customs union, TUC boss tells Starmer
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

Trade unionist Paul Nowak says he wants to see the "closest possible" economic relationship with the EU.

Man arrested over murder of boy, 15, after manhunt
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

Abdel Dedour , 22, was arrested along with four others at an address in north-west London, police say.

New York blanketed in snow, sparking travel chaos
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

Hundreds of flights have been cancelled and more than 3,000 were delayed by the winter storm.

Three still missing after Boxing Day house fire
Posted on Saturday December 27, 2025

Police said officers are expected to remain in the area for several days.



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