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News from the ABC Australia

Global telco escapes penalty for bank scam texts despite customers losing millions
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

A global telco that failed to stop more than 1,000 scam text messages from reaching Australians has faced no consequences, the ABC can reveal.

Friday news quiz: Soccer celebrations, bin battles, phone fails and weather watching
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

Today's news quiz is heating up like El Niño. Will you strut like an internet-famous duck or get schooled like Prince George?

Are old buildings the solution to new homes?
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

From former post offices to pumping stations, there are buildings with commercial histories all around Australia. Could repurposing them into homes help with the housing supply? 

Man arrested after boy critically injured in crocodile enclosure at UK zoo
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

British police say they have arrested a man on suspicion of attempted murder after being called to a popular zoo north of London. 

Live: South Africa snatch late draw, US star in serious doubt for Socceroos clash
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

South Africa leave it late to snatch a 1-1 draw with Czechia, as Group A is blown wide open in Atlanta. Meanwhile, US talisman Christian Pulisic doesn't train ahead of his side's clash with the Socceroos. Follow live.

Zelenskyy says 'Moscow will burn' if Russian strikes continue
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

Scores of drones targeted Moscow overnight in what was Ukraine's largest attack on the Russian capital.

Crows legend Tony Modra seriously injured in crash
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

Crows legend Tony Modra has been seriously injured in a truck crash.

Dockers beat Cats for 13th straight win, as Bolton takes incredible mark
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

Fremantle comes from behind to beat Geelong for a 13th straight game, as Shai Bolton hits the heights at Perth Stadium with a Mark of the Year contender.

Auditors unsure when Snowy 2.0 will be finished
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

An audit into the mega hydro-electric project in the NSW Snowy Mountains has outlined five recommendations.

NT government reveals scale of bungled smart meter rollout
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

The Northern Territory's main energy retailer, Jacana, reveals about 5,000 customers — thousands more than previously thought — have been caught up in a smart meter bungle leading to long delays in their billing.

Bruce Lehrmann makes legal bid for Brittany Higgins documentary footage
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

Former Liberal staffer Bruce Lehrmann has asked a court to order the company behind a film involving Brittany Higgins to hand over raw footage.

Hegseth blasts NATO members, announces review of US forces in Europe
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

He said that too many NATO allies failed to support the US on Iran in what he called a "shameful" denial of access, basing and overflight.

Fashion boss was 'scary and violent' in alleged rape, trial hears
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

A woman says she was scared to leave the Byron Bay holiday home of a Melbourne man, who she alleges forced her to engage in 11 non-consensual sex acts over a four hour-period.

Mental health concerns raised weeks before Aubrey Donahue's death, inquest hears
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

The inquest heard Mr Donahue's mother had shared concerns about his mental health in the weeks leading up to his death.

Call for youth foyer to help tackle homelessness in the NT
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

Youth homelessness rates remain stubbornly high in Central Australia and advocates are renewing calls for a transitional housing model for young people to be established to tackle the issue.

Gina Rinehart says Qld should give some of its islands to Elon Musk
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

The mining magnate, speaking at the National Bush Summit, also talked about how she believed Townsville could become a base for the Israeli military. 

Giants not sweating on Greene contract extension talks
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

The Giants are keen to retain Toby Greene, but they are happy to wait until the 32-year-old is ready to make a call on his future.

Migration dips as Coalition accuses government of failing to meet targets
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

Net overseas migration remained above 300,000 last year, fuelling opposition claims Labor has locked in an unsustainable new normal despite the number of arrivals continuing to fall.

Pensioner living in car has 'lost faith' in system as he waits for house
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

Despite upcoming changes from the WA government to overhaul the housing waitlist, a 68-year-old living in his car says he has lost faith in the system as an advocate calls for faster action.

An orange bulldozer is ploughing through the political arena
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

Four years ago, Australians decided they didn't want a bulldozer for a prime minister. But now if Gina Rinehart has her way, a big orange one will be ploughing her way through the political arena.



News from the BBC World Service

Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after boy injured in crocodile enclosure
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

A three-year-old boy was taken to Addenbrooke's Hospital with critical injuries and is in a stable condition, Cambridgeshire Police said.

Bowen: US-Iran deal raises inescapable question of what the war was for
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

While the human cost is clear, the Iranian regime has not just survived the war, it has been empowered.

Teacher who murdered adopted baby son Preston Davey given whole life prison sentence
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

Preston Davey died after months of sexual and physical abuse at the hands of Jamie Varley.

Moscow residents complain of black rain after largest Ukrainian attack hits oil refinery
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

A refinery and a shopping centre burned after almost 200 Ukrainian drones struck an area to the south-east of the Russian capital.

Foreign Office drops 'do not travel' advice for Dubai, but calls situation unpredictable
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

Thousands of Brits were left stranded in the Middle East when the US-Iran war broke out in early 2026.

Vulnerable patients' lives made 'miserable' by abuse, Muckamore inquiry finds
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

The long-awaited final report is expected to reveal the extent of the mistreatment of patients at the hospital.

Hegseth renews Nato criticism and says US will review presence in Europe
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

The US defence secretary's move follows a US decision to scale back its commitments to a high readiness force within the alliance.

Young women now have 'close to zero' risk of cervical cancer death after HPV jab
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

A new study finds that hundreds of lives have been saved since school-age girls were offered the HPV jab in 2008.

Interest rates held as Bank warns of impact of high energy prices
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

The Bank last cut interest rates in December but upheaval in the Middle East has stalled any further reductions.

Amber heat health alerts issued with UK temperatures set to soar above 30C
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

Very warm weather is set to return to parts of the UK with temperatures of 30C plus expected, as Europe experiences a 'heat dome'.

GTA 6 pre-order date and cover art revealed by Rockstar
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

The developer has said pre-sales of the hugely anticipated game will begin on 25 June.

Why does Scotland's McGinn celebrate with goggles?
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

John McGinn opens up about the relative who inspired his goal celebration.

Rice expected to be fit to face Ghana despite back pain
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

Declan Rice is expected to be available for England's World Cup match against Ghana after suffering from lower back pain during the win over Croatia.

Hydration boos and surprise results - World Cup talking points
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

BBC Sport takes a look at the talking points from the first week of World Cup.

Bostonians bemused as Scotland fans decorate city's statues with traffic cones
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

The practice is familiar to anyone from Glasgow, where the Duke of Wellington statue has been wearing a jaunty orange hat since the 1980s.

The twisted life of teacher who killed his adopted son
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

Jamie Varley, 37, subjected Preston Davey to months of horrific physical, sexual and emotional abuse.

Weapons, money and ships: How is this Iran deal different from others?
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

BBC Verify examines how the new deal between the US and Iran affects three key areas.

Finest hats and high-fashion - King attends Ladies Day at Royal Ascot
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

About 290,000 people are expected to attend the Berkshire horseracing track this week.

The average student in England leaves university with £47,700 debt - is a degree worth it?
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

With rising tuition fees and living costs, do higher graduate earnings cover the cost of a degree?

An ultra-rare Star Wars Lego collection went missing - it's sparked viral conspiracies
Posted on Thursday June 18, 2026

Bricks & Figs shops around the US have been receiving threats due to the missing Star Wars Lego set, the company says.



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