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News from the ABC Australia

Donald Trump labels Obama 'incompetent' in post rally retaliation
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

US President Donald Trump has retaliated after Barack Obama delivered scathing criticisms of the incumbent during Democrat rallies.

Iran says resumption of war with US would not change its mind
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says "whether there is war or not, our policies remain the same", amid renewed threats from US President Donald Trump to begin bombing again.

Kangaroos escape with World Cup win after Fiji threatens upset
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

Tom Trbojevic's second-half hat-trick helps the Kangaroos over the line with a 36-22 win over a spirited Fijian Bati side in the Rugby League World Cup.

Hand-delivered death threat, being spat at among abuse ACT politicians cop
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

ACT politicians speak about the abuse, threats and intimidation they've regularly been subjected to, following the attack on federal independent MP Helen Haines. 

Fishermen racing crocs for crabs in Wadeye as new industry emerges
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

Fighting off crocodiles keen to take their catch, the staff behind a homegrown project are looking to change the narrative around the NT Indigenous community of Wadeye.

Another Perth beach closed as more whale remains found
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

All beaches in Sorrento, where a man was attacked and killed by a great white shark last month, have been closed after a whale's tail was found offshore.

Darwin pregnant patients' medical information posted to Instagram in breach
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

Confidential medical information belonging to about a dozen pregnant patients at Royal Darwin Hospital was posted to Instagram by a 'medical observer' associated with the facility. 

Final MotoGP race at Phillip Island washed out
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

The MotoGP race at Phillip Island has been cancelled due to heavy rain and poor visibility.

Deadly measles spread hitting US state's Amish hard amid White House row
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

In a rural corner of the US state of Pennsylvania, known for being home to the nation's largest Amish community, there is a scramble to contain one of the worst measles outbreaks in recent history. 

Diamonds great says coach 'safe for now' after Constellation Cup loss
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

Australia loses game three of the Constellation Cup series against New Zealand to hand the trophy back to the Silver Ferns in Sydney, with Diamonds coach Stacey Marinkovich under pressure ahead of next year's Netball World Cup.

Man dies after being crushed by ramp in northern Victoria
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

The man was working on a farm about 40 kilometres north of Shepparton when the accident happened.

Man dies on Tasmania's west coast while waiting for ambulance
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

The state's health department says the local ambulance station was not staffed at the time of the incident due to unfilled leave.

Car crushed by tree limb, lightning and 98 km winds in SA
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

Wild weather has lashed South Australia over the weekend with almost 100 km per hour winds recorded in some areas like Port Augusta, while an Adelaide cafe saw a large tree branch smash the back of a parked car.

'More and more challenging to do this job': MPs fear rising political tensions
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

After the attacks on Helen Haines and the office of Hannah Beazley, lawmakers in Western Australia are growing worried about the rising political tensions, and want more ways to defuse them. 

Midwest muso Kevin Morby is no longer America's best kept secret
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

After a life spent moving around, the respected singer-songwriter's new album is the sound of surviving and staying put.

Antonelli on pole as he eyes record-setting world F1 title
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

Australia's Oscar Piastri will start the US Grand Prix from seventh as young gun Kimi Antonelli looks to improve on his stunning F1 season from pole.

Israel presses ahead with West Bank army operation days before election
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

The crackdown in the occupied West Bank has seen homes and businesses demolished following the killing of two Israeli soldiers.

Trump wants to 'restore' US power in Latin America. He could soon be one step closer
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

The son of a disgraced former president hopes to win Brazil's top office at a runoff election this weekend. If he does, it will be a boon for US President Donald Trump.

WA government to consider return of Perth to Albany passenger rail service
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

There have been several attempts to bring back the passenger line since it was scrapped in 1978. None has been successful, but with the proposed WA government buyback of the state's freight rail network, a new opportunity has presented itself.

Federal police chief links threats against MPs directly to political debate
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

AFP Commissioner Krissy Barrett says there is an "immediate" and "direct connection" between heated moments of political discourse and the number of threats reported against politicians.



News from the BBC World Service

Musk says SpaceX restricted Ukraine's Starlink connection as service restored
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

The tech billionaire accuses Ukraine of violating its terms of service by using the network for military activity.

Burnham open to 'honest discussion' on EU free movement
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

The PM says he wants a "factual" and "evidence-based debate" about returning to free movement between Britain and Europe.

Couple were celebrating anniversary before Bahamas tragedy
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

Leanne Gregory, from Stapleford in Nottinghamshire, died trying to save her sons swept out to sea.

Voters in Brazil head to polls as Lula goes up against Bolsonaro's son
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

Flávio Bolsonaro, the son of Brazil's imprisoned ex-president, is challenging Lula, who is seeking a fourth term in office.

Meghan broke contact with father in letter citing abuse claims
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

Sources close to the duchess said she warned her father last year that he would never meet his grandchildren.

Why the charts are full of old songs - and so are your playlists
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

The chart is full of old music and classic songs are dominating streaming services. But why?

The bitter row over military service that could shape Israel's future
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

The ultra-Orthodox community is resisting being drafted into the Israeli army. But will they now bring down the Netanyahu government?

Why the King's Caribbean tour could be 'biggest risk of his reign'
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

The meticulously-planned visit takes in three countries in nine days - but is not without jeopardy.

Rosebank: Life on the oil field at the centre of a political storm
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

Scotland editor James Cook finds out what life is like on board a ship in an untapped oil field awaiting its fate.

Four ways Labour could raise money in the Budget without hiking income tax
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

Chancellor John Healey may need to raise money to boost his fiscal headroom - BBC Verify examines what options could be on the table.

The penguins are noisy, the people fantastic - what it takes to be an Antarctic postmaster
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

George Clarke from Bristol will run the post office at Port Lockroy in Antarctica from October to March.

Why is Ukraine so reliant on Starlink and can Europe plug the gap?
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

Ukraine needs another satellite internet service, but a decent alternative to Elon Musk's network doesn't exist - yet.

Four-year-old girl dies after fall from tower block
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

Paramedics gave first aid at the scene on Saturday morningb ut the child later died, police say.

Russia to host first Olympic federation world event since Ukraine invasion
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

The International Weightlifting Federation becomes the first Olympic federation to choose Russia to host a world championships since its invasion of Ukraine.

More than 1,300 arrested as clashes follow another day of mass protests across France
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

Hundreds of thousands took part in demonstrations in France, with protests also taking place in other European countries.

Budget to include £1bn for social and affordable housing
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

The move will take funding for the 10-year programme to more than £40bn.

Police using AI risks making discrimination worse, researchers warn
Posted on Sunday October 25, 2026

AI tools learn from biased records and may deepen discrimination against minorities without oversight, researchers say.

'It gives me the ick': Can you cheat on someone with a video game?
Posted on Monday October 19, 2026

Grand Theft Auto VI lets you build and nurture a romantic relationship but some say dates with a fictional character are a step too far.

'I entered foster care at 14 and it saved my life'
Posted on Monday October 19, 2026

A woman says fostering "saved her life" as a campaign launches to tackle a shortage of carers.

How The Beatles found their drummer at Butlin's
Posted on Sunday October 18, 2026

Ringo Starr was in a band at Butlin's Skegness in 1962 when Lennon and McCartney paid a visit.



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