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News from the ABC Australia Insurers among group proposing cheaper premiums for disaster-resistant homes As about 1.6 million households experience insurance unaffordability stress, a disparate alliance of stakeholders proposes cheaper premiums for home owners who upgrade their properties to withstand natural disasters. Study suggests regional Australians largely support renewable push A new research study indicates a majority of regional Australians support the renewable transition despite some protests over planned infrastructure. Technology should make life easier — but that's not always the case While the newest home technology aims to make life easier, when it prioritises aesthetics over usability, some lives are actually made much harder, writes Nas Campanella. Interpreter shortage leaving non-English speakers at risk in court As Brisbane courts face delays and backlogs, cases involving people with limited English are being adjourned when interpreters are unavailable — a problem advocates warn is set to worsen. Diesel price surge threatens projects, jobs and household bills Civil construction firms warn surging diesel and material costs driven by the global oil crisis will force lay-offs and project delays, with nearly a third considering winding down. Has the world’s most powerful cartel met its end? The United Arab Emirates decision to pull the plug on its OPEC membership could be the nail in the coffin for an organisation that has struggled to keep its members in line for the past 66 years. Inside this council's failed campaign to sell the four-day work week It wanted to be the first Australian council to usher in a four-day work week. Documents show there was never a standalone business case to back the proposal — but there was a tight grip on messaging. 'Big lif' is spelling big problems for Vanuatu's pristine rainforests A habitat-destroying invasive species is taking over Vanuatu's forests, but one village is fighting back and earning an income for its people at the same time. 'No offence to Tassie': The infamous Sirengate mess 20 years on Two decades ago, two teams met at York Park in Launceston. The siren sounded but the match continued and the dreaded word "gate" was added to another footy scandal.  Gambling in construction 'as common as a hard hat' research finds New research reveals 89 per cent of construction workers have gambled in the past year — higher than the national average. Flag quiz: Line up for our fiendishly hard flag quiz! Do you know the Union Jack from the Stars and Stripes? And which flags aren't rectangular? Israel’s massive Lebanon strike was opposite of ‘surgical’, deputy PM says Lebanon's deputy prime minister Tarek Mitri says the government cannot exercise its authority over the country while Israel continues its bombardments and occupation. 'Free Palestine' party plans to funnel votes to Victorian conservatives Victorian voters are being urged to look out for "misleading" party names, as right-wing activists seek to redirect progressive votes to conservative parties. Coalition's risky Farrer strategy could clear path for One Nation Pauline Hanson is now set to tour more regional Coalition-held seats in her "sexy" new private plane, and the Liberal and National parties are helping clear the runway. See how the price of everything has changed If it feels like everything is getting more expensive, that's because it is. With the rate of inflation rising this week, we've tracked how the price of everyday items has increased. 'Accident' helps identify giant 'shark-toothed' dinosaur's skull fragment Two fossils found in Thailand are named as long-missing pieces of a "shark-toothed" dinosaur after being identified partly by accident. King visits 9/11 memorial as he tours New York King Charles III and Queen Camilla met survivors and family members of victims, as well as with New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Navigating bull dust and racing the sun on the Binns Track Journeying through the Binns Track in remote central Australia, Rae Johnston learns why you should always travel with mates. Gifted, goofy, gone too soon: Jeff Buckley's genius remembered The otherworldly singer-guitarist died at 30 and struggled with fame. His guitarist and a new movie honour Buckley's humanity and musical genius.  US Supreme Court curbs race-based voting maps in landmark ruling The ruling will be seen by civil rights activists as a blow and by the Republican party as a boost ahead of key midterm elections in November. News from the BBC World Service Watch: How the Golders Green attack unfolded Two Jewish men were been stabbed in Golders Green, north London, as the Metropolitan Police formally declared it a terrorist incident. The subtle messages hidden in the King's speeches How King Charles III navigated a diplomatic tightrope in his speech to the US Congress. Nine arrested after allegations of modern slavery and forced marriage in religious group Up to 500 officers are involved in three raids at Crewe's Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light group. New images show suspect taking selfies before Washington press dinner shooting Prosecutors argue Cole Tomas Allen should remain in custody until trial on a charge of attempted assassination of President Donald Trump. Hereditary peers' last hurrah as 700-year-old system abolished It comes after legislation to remove their right to sit in the upper chamber passed last month. Stephen Fry sues tech conference for up to £100,000 after falling off stage The star said he broke his leg, hip, pelvis and a "bunch of ribs" at the CogX convention in 2023. Stranded whale ferried out of German waters in barge The final operation to save the whale is being closely followed, after the failure of earlier attempts. Ex-FBI director James Comey surrenders over charge of threatening Trump's life in Instagram post Prosecutors say a 2025 seashell photo posted by the former FBI director was a call for violence against Trump. Superdry co-founder tells rape trial he had consent James Holder tells a court it was "very evident" a woman who accused him of rape wanted to have sex. We can't abolish leasehold outright, housing minister says Matthew Pennycook rejects criticism the government is dragging its feet on leasehold reform. The Jewish security volunteers first on scene of Golders Green attack "We got a phone call to the hotline saying that there's a man stabbing people," a Shomrim member says. How UAE's exit could affect Opec's influence over the oil price The BBC takes a look in charts at what the UAE's departure could mean for the oil cartel and more widely. I shouldn't have been made to visit abusive killer mum Kelly Higgins said despite her mother being in jail for murder, she retained rights over her. 'Numbskull, moron and too stupid': Trump and Powell's biggest clashes How the US President Donald Trump and Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell came to blows. Should I Marry a Murderer? - the love story that uncovered a killer True crime show follows a woman facing a life-changing dilemma after her fiancé makes a shock confession. Comey's seashell post got him indicted. But experts are skeptical the government can win Acting AG Todd Blanche said the case was investigated for months, adding "it's serious when you threaten the president." A fresh financial crisis may be coming - it won't play out like the last one Several warning lights are flashing that have some wondering whether we are in the foothills of another financial crisis. King and Queen lay flowers at 9/11 Memorial in New York King Charles and Queen Camilla on their state visit to the US visit the memorial in New York. Will King's US visit lead to lasting reset in relations with UK? As applause fades and banquet plates are cleared, it's up to politicians to build on Charles's historic trip. 'If it wasn't for us, you'd be speaking French': King jokes at White House dinner The King and the US president exchanged several jokes during their speeches at a state banquet. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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