News from the ABC Australia
'No hanging today' in Iran, as US holds back from military action Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
The White House says it will hold off on military action in Iran after the regime halted executions, but "all options remain on the table" if the killing of protesters continues.
WA farmers grapple with radar outage during wet season Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
A Kimberley pastoralist says the radar will be of little use by the time it comes back online at the end of the wet season.
Tszyu and Zerafa separated by security in fiery weigh-in clash Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
There is no love lost between Nikita Tszyu and Michael Zerafa as they meet for one final time before their much-anticipated fight in Brisbane.
Inside the push to shade 1.3 million feedlot animals Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
Once seen as barren landscapes, feedlots across Australia have been reshaping their image. With industry encouraging its operators to install shade, uptake has been widespread.
$3bn wastewater overhaul after debris balls on Sydney beaches Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
The NSW Environment Protection Authority identified the Malabar wastewater treatment system as the origin of the debris balls plaguing beaches in Sydney.
Venezuelan opposition leader presents her Nobel Peace Prize to Trump Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
Maria Corina Machado says she presented Donald Trump with her Nobel Peace Prize medal during a meeting in Washington earlier today but did not say whether he accepted it.
Winemakers face long road to recovery after fire destroys vineyards Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
Two wineries in the Strathbogie Ranges have lost a combined 150 hectares of vines, 3,000 sheep and three homes in the Victorian fires.Â
'A carpet of red' as millions of baby crabs storm Christmas Island's beaches Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
Wildlife officials on one of Australia's most remote territories are welcoming the final chapter of its famous red crab migration, the return to shore of millions of baby crabs.
Suburban Perth mayor wins $250,000 in defamation battle with ratepayer Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
City of Canning Mayor Patrick Hall is awarded a quarter of a million dollars in a lengthy defamation fight with one of his own constituents over a series of social media posts.
Sue thought she had gastro and died a week later. Her family wants answers Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
Struggling to find answers about what happened in the week leading up to her death in hospital, Sue Smith's loved ones say they want hospitals to put more resources into investigating these types of incidents.
Teary Hunter says Aus Open berth 'meant the world' after injury heartache Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
Storm Hunter books her spot in the main draw of the Australian Open — something that was inconceivable last year as she battled injuries that left her in tears mid-match.
White House shrugs off presence of European troops in Greenland Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
As European countries send small numbers of troops to Greenland, the White House says their presence will not affect US President Donald Trump's ambitions for the island.
Live: Aussie dollar nudges 67 US cents, Wall Street up on 'massive' AI chips deal Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
The Australian dollar jumps again on potentially more dovish policy from the US Federal Reserve, while Taiwan and the US have struck a major semiconductor deal. Follow the day's events and insights as they happen with our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog.Â
NT's last private obstetrician walks away as maternity services face collapse Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
A growing number of women in the Northern Territory are travelling interstate to give birth — or leaving the territory altogether — following the sudden closure of the only private hospital maternity ward. Now, the NT's last private obstetrician is closing her practice.Â
Hamnet squeezes every tear out of the tragedy of Shakespeare's son Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
Chloé Zhao's retelling of the life of William Shakespeare is on the fast track to the Academy Awards, but at times feels like Oscar-bait.
Ex-member says Shincheonji 'cult' spreading across the country Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
Documents leaked to the ABC reveal an "apocalyptic Christian cult" is targeting Ballarat, Bendigo, Geelong and Darwin.
Kiwi star's maiden BBL ton sends Scorchers into finals Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
Finn Allen saves his best ever BBL innings for when it matters most as the Perth Scorchers out-duel the Melbourne Renegades.
Safety investigation proposes banning waterski racing on rivers Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
A report into the safety of ski racing on rivers is proposing to ban river racing events and limit speeds following multiple fatalities in recent years.Â
Vendor, rower flag concerns with Sydney Fish Market design and transport Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
Six years behind schedule and more than $600 million over budget, the Sydney Fish Market will open its doors, but traders and visitors are being warned to prepare for teething issues.
'She was slapped': Inappropriate childcare educator discipline exposed Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026
Documents detailing five years' worth of childcare breaches in the ACT reveal cases of educators slapping children, forcibly shaking them, throwing them, and possessing child exploitation material.
News from the BBC World Service
Jenrick defects to Reform UK after being sacked by Tories Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 The former minister says the Conservatives "broke Britain", as Nigel Farage welcomes him to his party. Venezuelan Nobel Peace Prize winner presents her medal to Trump Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 Venezuelan opposition leader MarÃa Corina Machado said she "presented" her Nobel medal to Trump, but did not say whether he accepted it. Iran authorities demanding large sums for return of protesters' bodies, BBC told Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 Multiple sources have told BBC Persian that security forces will not release bodies unless relatives hand over money. Swiss bar employee who reportedly held sparkler unaware of dangers, family says Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 Cyane Panine, 24, died in the Crans Montana fire that is believed to have started when sparklers attached to champagne bottles set foam on the ceiling alight. Serial rail fare evader faces jail over 112 unpaid tickets Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 Charles Brohiri pleaded guilty to travelling without buying a ticket a total of 112 times. Troops and vessels from European Nato allies arrive in Greenland Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 The limited deployment involves Germany, France, Sweden, Norway, Finland, the Netherlands and the UK. Edinburgh & Leeds to host Tour de France starts in 2027 Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 Edinburgh and Leeds will host the opening stages of the men's and women's Tour de France in 2027, with the UK Government saying it will be "the most accessible major sporting spectacle ever held in Britain". US forces seize a sixth Venezuela-linked oil tanker in Caribbean Sea Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 The tanker, Veronica, was seized in a predawn operation "without incident", the US military's Southern Command says. Letby trust pays £1.4m damages to ex CEO over unfair dismissal Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 Dr Susan Gilby told the BBC she was relieved the case was over and that it "was never about the money." Princess of Wales hosts World Cup winners England Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 The Princess of Wales hosts England's women's rugby team at Windsor Castle to celebrate their World Cup success in September. Health and safety rules 'don't really apply' to Michelin restaurants, says food critic Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 The restaurant critic says inspectors should "modernise" after Ynyshir recieved a one-out-of-five hygiene rating. Matthew McConaughey trademarks iconic phrase to stop AI misuse Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 The Oscar-winning actor has trademarked several phrases, including "Alright, alright, alright" from the cult classic film, Dazed and Confused. What happens in space during a medical emergency? Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 BBC science correspondent Pallab Ghosh explains what happens if an astronaut gets ill in space. Trump aims to keep everyone guessing over Iran action Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 There were growing signs that US military action on Iran might be imminent, then the US president suddenly changed his tune. Nato Arctic defence needed against Russia, says Cooper Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 The foreign secretary called on allies to "double down" and unite around the shared threat of Russian aggression. Robert Jenrick: Teenage Tory to Reform recruit Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 The ex-minister has joined Nigel Farage's party after his dramatic sacking from the shadow cabinet. World Sports Photography Awards 2026 winner revealed Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 BBC Sport and the World Sport Photography Awards present a selection of the world's finest sporting images from this year's competition. Harry Styles announces fourth album - with intriguing title Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 The pop star's long-awaited comeback is confirmed, after a viral campaign spread around the world. Rift at top of the Taliban: BBC reveals clash of wills behind Afghan internet shutdown Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 The Taliban leader once warned of a split: A BBC investigation reveals how attitudes to women, the internet and religion are dividing the group at the very top. Starmer does not rule out backing social media ban for under-16s Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026 Many Labour MPs and officials privately expect the government to follow the Australia's example and implement a ban.
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