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Charli xcx follows Brat with her most reflective album yet Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
On her new album Music, Fashion, Film, British artist Charli xcx discusses the enduring legacy of art and artists, and how creative figures are remembered long after their moment has passed.
Live: Commonwealth Games to be opened by King Charles III Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
The Games will officially be opened by King Charles as many of the 3,000 athletes parade in front of 14,000 spectators.
Friday news quiz: World Cup winners, rock legends and Barnaby Joyce's dog Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
We have 10 questions to test your knowledge of the week in … SIT DOWN! Sorry, it's the ABC news quiz.
Adolescence creator swaps therapy for chains in new movie Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
Emmy Award-winning Adolescence co-creator Stephen Graham tackles teen delinquency in a very different way in The Good Boy.
Oil prices jump back over $US100 a barrel as Middle East conflict widens Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
The entry of the Houthi rebels into the war between the US and Iran threatens another vital shipping route through the region, as the entire region remains on high alert.
Saudi Arabia must recognise Israel for nuclear deal, says Trump Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
Donald Trump is insisting the US deal allowing Saudi Arabia to develop a nuclear energy industry has one major condition — the Arab kingdom must formally recognise the State of Israel.
Billions in new funding for AUKUS shipyards in Adelaide Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
The billions of dollars in additional funding is another step towards making Australia's nuclear submarine program "a reality".
Netball agents frustrated as pay talks roll into Glasgow 2026 Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
Messy and drawn-out pay negotiations are once again overshadowing a major tournament for the Aussie Diamonds.Â
Death toll climbs after flooding in India, Afghanistan and Pakistan Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
At least 82 people have died and more than 650,000 have been impacted after heavy rain and flash flooding in India, Pakistan and Afghanistan.
Chinese diplomats leave ALP conference after bid to eject Taiwan officials Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
The incident could stir fresh tensions between China and Australia in the wake of several recent high-profile disputes.Â
SA police say man dies while resisting arrest in Adelaide CBD Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
A man has died in Adelaide's CBD after police say he became unresponsive during an attempted arrest this afternoon.
Australia gets first win with Glasgow asleep and the Games yet to open Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
Australia's first victory of the Commonwealth Games comes in a surprise extra session as the bowlers start before the opening ceremony.Â
Penrith flyer breaks record in comeback Panthers win Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
Thomas Jenkins has claimed a slice of history in Penrith's unconvincing win over Parramatta in the western Sydney derby.
Pies make statement with impressive win over listless Crows Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
Collingwood franks its strong run of form with an impressive 34-point win over Adelaide, as Crows fans defy pleas from the club and boo Isaac Quaynor.
Taiwanese woman sentenced for attempted murder of Australian exchange student Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
Taiwanese media has reported Yang Jinping has been sentenced for the attempted murder of Brisbane exchange student Alex Shorey in 2023.
One of WA's longest bridges to be built after Indigenous dispute resolved Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
One of Western Australia's longest bridges will be built to fix a road to nowhere in Perth's east — resolving a four-year long deadlock over fears the bridge would destroy an ancient rock shelter and billabong.
Bystanders praised for courage to stop attempted murder of woman Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
A man who "doggedly" tried to kill a woman in a prolonged attack in suburban Perth caught on CCTV has is been jailed for 16 years.
Court hears complainant's evidence challenged in police officer's rape trial Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
The defence team of a former NSW Police officer accused of raping a 17-year-old girl in 1998 has told the court that the complainant's claims are unreliable.
Argument over dog leads to shooting murder and 22 years' jail Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
The family of a man who was fatally shot through a screen door during an argument over a dog say the sentence handed to his killer is "bittersweet".
Sovereign citizen question to gun owners shut down by senior officer Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026
A senior police officer slams the strategy of writing to some Tasmanian gun owners asking them to confirm or deny whether they aligned with sovereign citizen ideology.
News from the BBC World Service
Burnham pauses plan to release some prisoners early from September Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 The prime minister says no prisoners will be released until a review has been conducted. Mum and daughter who died at beach were trying to save boy, 7 Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 Shally Rahman and teenager Samiha Rahman were pulled from the water, emergency services say. Oil prices hit $100 for the first time since May Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 The price of Brent crude rose more than 6% on Thursday as the war in the Middle East continues to escalate. Saudis must recognise Israel for nuclear deal, says Trump Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 The US president says the landmark agreement to help Saudis develop nuclear energy is dependent on it joining the Abraham Accords. Haigh, Rayner and Powell likely to regularly work from No 10 North Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 A think tank blueprint for No 10 North recommends a workforce of up to 300 staff within 18 months. Rayner rules out repaying severance cash after making cabinet return Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 The returning housing secretary received £16,876 after leaving government in September 2025. Wildfires and record dry conditions trigger drought in parts of Wales Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 Wales has seen about 5% of the average rainfall for July, after a series of back-to-back heatwaves. Gary Lineker among millionaires asking Andy Burnham to tax them more Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 A group including the former England footballer write to the new PM telling him "we can afford it". Pubs cheer business rates relief while other firms 'left out in the cold' Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 Pubs welcomed the support package, while other High Street firms asked why they were left out. Burnham tells Swinney independence is 'off limits' at Glasgow Commonwealth Games meeting Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 The heads of the UK, Scottish and Welsh governments came together ahead of the opening of the Glasgow Commonwealth Games. France evacuates 20,000 as wildfires spread in south-west Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 Most of those evacuated were tourists from campsites around Arcachon Bay in France's Gironde region. Airport drop off fees up by a third - here's how to avoid unexpected charges Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 The cost of parking closest to the terminal has hit £10 at two of the UK's airports. What could happen to prisoner early release scheme now PM has paused it? Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 The PM's decision comes after a police officer's widow said the possible early release of his killers was "deplorable". Andy Burnham's plan to collaborate with social media creators Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 The new prime minister plans to work with influencers and social media creators to get his message out. Why the UK is dithering over what to do about e-scooters Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 Why is it taking so long for the government to regulate them, and what are the consequences of delay? Frank Gardner: Houthi attacks raise fears of wider Middle East conflict and more global economic damage Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 The Iran-backed group in Yemen has threatened to target Saudi vessels in a vital shipping route.
Ruiz & Gavi's reward for win... 150kg of tomatoes Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 Spain's Fabian Ruiz and Gavi receive their body weight in tomatoes when they return to their hometown Los Palacios y Villafranca. Trump's nuclear deal with Saudis jettisons longstanding US demands Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 Signing a nuclear pact in the Middle East is a bold move that has drawn criticism in the US and in Israel. Police failed to check Manchester synagogue attacker's phones despite arresting him twice Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 Greater Manchester Police apologises because Jihad Al-Shamie's devices were not reviewed before the attack. Yemen's Houthis attack Saudi tanker as US launches more Iran strikes Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 The Iran-backed group, which previously announced a "maritime embargo" against Saudi Arabia, also claims to have hit another vessel.
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