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News from the ABC Australia 'Incredibly concerned': Zero dog fighting-related charges laid in years Experts say dog fighting is going under the radar in Queensland following administrative changes to the state's Animal Care and Protection Act. Icebreaker's costly refuelling detour could take years to fix A costly refuelling saga affecting Australia's Antarctic icebreaker might not be resolved for another three years under most options, internal government documents reveal. An 'outside the square' Bledisloe Cup idea can be a win for Aussie rugby Australian rugby lacks a marquee event that captures the national imagination each year, but this could change if a bold Bledisloe Cup proposal gets approval.   'Do or die': Flick's journey from jail to artist and First Nations mentor A day after her 18th birthday, Flick Chafer-Smith hit rock bottom when she was sent to jail. She found salvation through art. $100m plan to use AI to speed up housing Artificial intelligence will be recruited to speed up assessments of housing and energy projects waiting for environmental approval, as the government races to build more homes and ward off a key frustration turning voters away from the major parties. Shell game: How Australian gas giants are using Singapore to reduce taxes Amid renewed debate over whether Australia is getting enough tax from its gas exports, an investigation by the ABC shows how resource giants use shell companies to shift profit. Australian plane gave NATO 'invaluable' boost during Russian incursion A European official says they'd be "very happy" if Australia deployed the Wedgetail aircraft again, after it played an important role as NATO responded to an incursion of Russian jets over Estonia. Inside the course targeting young tradies with get-rich schemes "Escape the 9-5" content is blowing up on social media, but people who have gotten caught up in it warn of the costs.   Embassy break-in exposes China-Japan trust at 'historic low' An incident involving a Japanese soldier allegedly scaling the wall of China's embassy in Tokyo a month ago has become a lightning rod in a tension-riddled landscape between China and Japan. 'They're people's mums and dads': The crisis engulfing hospitals The number of aged care patients stuck in hospitals has jumped by 35 per cent in less than a year, fuelling fresh demands for the federal government to stem the crisis. One Nation didn't just win — Australian politics is deeply disrupted Drafting Barnaby Joyce created a permission structure that has allowed conservative or swing voters to support One Nation: if the bloke who was deputy prime minister thinks the Coalition has lost its way, something in the system must be broken.  The federal budget is tomorrow. Here's why it matters Budget night features a lot of political talk and policy wonkiness, but the government's plan will impact your financial situation in one way or another, so it's quite important. Here's what you need to know. The government has missed one idea to get housing back on track If it's serious about improving intergenerational fairness and housing affordability in this week's budget, perhaps the federal government should just build some houses. Fashion designers are experimenting with AI, but not everyone is a fan As Australian Fashion Week gets underway in Sydney, local and international designers debate the merits and detractions of using AI in the industry. Quiz: How much did Michael Jordan's signed Air Nike 1s sell for in 2020? From the Tudor period right through to the 21st century, test your knowledge of the past with this week's history quiz. 'We were weird': Tim Finn on Split Enz's rise Tim Finn on the past, the present and the possible future of Split Enz. Jay Vine escapes serious injury after horrifying crash at Giro d'Italia Australian cyclist Jay Vine has sustained a fractured elbow and concussion after suffering his third crash in 13 race days this year. Phoenix makes A-League history with semifinal triumph over Brisbane Wellington Phoenix has become the first side from New Zealand to make an A-League grand final after inching past Brisbane Roar in their semifinal. Netball body suspends woman charged over alleged antisemitic slur at game Jewish community leaders say a woman's alleged slur at an under-12 girls netball game in Sydney reflects a troubling pattern playing out on sporting fields. Fuel injection as SA announces $40m diesel stockpile A strategic diesel reserve of between 10 million and 20 million litres will be established in SA to bolster the supply and provide assurance to farmers, the state government says. News from the BBC World Service Rayner issues 'last chance' warning to Starmer and backs Burnham to return In her first comments since Labour's election defeats, the ex-deputy PM calls for bolder action from the prime minister. Army parachutes onto remote island to help Briton with suspected hantavirus The specialist team parachuted onto Tristan da Cunha, a remote British overseas territory, to treat them. Countries airlift nationals evacuated from virus-hit cruise ship Spanish passengers are the first to leave the MV Hondius, after an outbreak saw three people die and several infected. Iran sends response to US proposals to end war No details have been released of Iran's response - or the US proposals - designed to bring the war to an end. Thousands gather for protest against antisemitism in London In recent months, there have been a string of attacks at synagogues and other Jewish sites. Man charged as three Jewish people assaulted Two men, aged 58 and 26, and a 53-year-old woman were left with minor injuries from the attack. Another year, another controversy for Eurovision - but fans are sticking by it Fans are grappling with how to react to the withdrawal of Spain, Ireland and others over Israel's participation. 'True gent', 91, killed in garage bungalow explosion The family of Derek Poole say he loved cars and used to be a grass track racer. An investigation is under way. Beatles' early years drama starts filming in Germany Six-part drama Hamburg Days charts the band's early era with members Stuart Sutcliffe and Pete Best. Can Starmer survive as PM? Seven scenarios for what might happen next Sir Keir Starmer has vowed to fight on despite growing calls for him stand down from his own MPs and the threat of a leadership contest. How the winner-takes-all voting system has turned on Labour and the Tories The first-past-the-post system favoured Reform in this English local elections Tories are still biggest party on the right, claims Cleverly Leading Tory brands Reform a "cult of personality" but Reform deputy leader says its electoral success has shaken up politics. Plaid Cymru's Rhun ap Iorwerth willing to 'take the fight' to Keir Starmer The Plaid leader says he will "call out" the UK government, if that is needed, as first minister. Sarwar says he will 'absolutely' stay on as Labour leader The Scottish Labour leader defended his party's campaign after a poor result in Thursday's election. Stars on red carpet at Bafta TV Awards - in pictures The biggest names in British TV walk the red carpet as they arrive for the prestigious Bafta Television Awards ceremony in London. Lidl says customers can turn points into pastries. But shoppers want the old app back With food prices rising rapidly, do loyalty schemes still have any connection to loyalty? I stood on a dog biscuit - it left me in a wheelchair An apparently minor injury led to Jayme Stephen having a leg amputed as a result of her diabetes. Our relationship with food is messed up - let's sort it out, says Stanley Tucci The new season of Tucci in Italy sees the actor travel the country finding out why there's a lot more to food than you might think. How hotels are stopping the 'dawn dash' for sunbeds after man wins payout Some resorts enforce allocation rules from check-in to prevent people reserving loungers with towels in the "sunbed wars". Australia's right-wing One Nation party scores historic parliamentary win One Nation gains its first seat in the lower house, in a by-election seen as a key test for the populist party. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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