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News from the ABC Australia

Live: 'Sell America' trade in full swing as Trump's Greenland threats send Wall Street and US dollar lower
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

The Australian share market is set to fall for a third straight day as Wall Street tumbled to a one-month low on worsening relations between the US and Europe. Donald Trump's threats to take over Greenland and impose tariffs on eight European nations also led to a sharp fall in the US dollar, and gold prices surged to a new record high. Follow live.

Why Dane Sweeny's dad sold his business to help his son's Aus Open dream
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

When Dane Sweeny triumphantly fell to the ground following his defeat of Gaël Monfils at the Australian Open, it was not just a celebration for himself.

Five quick hits: Osaka stuns in jellyfish-inspired outfit as Monfil says merci beaucoup
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Naomi Osaka took to Rod Laver Arena in a white, flowy jellyfish fashion piece on day three as Gael Monfils waved goodbye to Melbourne Park. Here are the quick hits from the Australian Open.

Woman's 'riches to rags' story highlights Gold Coast homelessness
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Bethany Turner is among those struggling to find safety and stability while living on the street since the local council began issuing move-on directions to people sleeping rough in public spaces last year.  

Sixers sweat on Starc injury after bitter Scorchers blow
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

The Sydney Sixers are thrust into a do-or-die final on Friday after losing to Perth, and star quick Mitch Starc is no guarantee to play.

Donald Trump, the madman theory, and why even Australia is not safe
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

One year into Trump's second term, something has become clear: even those who leave the Oval Office with a deal, beware. It might not be worth the paper it's written on.

'Cool burns' protect land from severe fire so why aren't more happening?
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Insurance has been a major stumbling block to the scaling up of cultural burning, but a breakthrough could be on the way.

The Queensland teenagers taking a new coding language global
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Young coding whizzes Neth Dharmasiri and Chinmay Lal believe learning the language behind computer software shouldn't depend on where you were born.

'Perfect storm' driving alarming spate of NSW shark attacks
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Shark populations are declining worldwide but NSW has already recorded the highest number of January attacks in a decade. A marine biologist says there are reasons sharks and people are coming into contact more often.

Tool-using cow suggests cattle may be smarter than we think
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

A pet cow in Austria has been filmed picking up a tool and scratching herself. An Australian hobby farmer says she is not that surprised.

Invasion Day rallies are going ahead. Here's what they mean for First Peoples
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Invasion Day rallies will go ahead on Monday after being exempted from NSW protest bans. Here's the story of how they started in the first place.

Death of Tim Picton puts spotlight on Australia's 'one-punch' laws
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

The death of Labor identity Tim Picton more than three weeks after he was allegedly assaulted outside a Perth nightclub has shocked Australia's political and business worlds and put the nation's one-punch laws under the microscope.

Religious restrictions, compulsory fasting: Samoa PM's 'radical' Christian agenda
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Samoa's prime minister has thrown the future of its religious minorities into doubt after flagging potential restrictions on non-Christian faiths.

China's air force 'a potentially revolutionary threat' to Indo-Pacific, report says
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Certain capabilities of China's air force now seriously challenge those of the US and other Western countries, with experts saying that it could tip the balance of any war over Taiwan in Beijing's favour. 

Insurers flag premiums may rise after Victorian fires
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Neighbours living on the same fire-ravaged street in regional Victoria are facing vastly different recoveries due to insurance differences, and recent disasters may push premiums further out of reach. 

Could Paul Kelly and Hilltop Hoods break records in triple j's Hottest 100 of 2025?
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Here's what might go down when triple j unveils the Hottest 100 of 2025 this Saturday.

Jewish groups say vilification laws should be revisited as Coalition splits on hate bill
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Labor's watered-down hate law reform has passed the Senate with the support of the Liberal Party but not the Nationals, who opposed the legislation due to freedom of speech concerns.

Gen Z want their online order and they want it now
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Small retailers are scrambling to keep up with deliveries as research shows Australian shoppers are expecting the same ultra-fast delivery they get from retail giants like Amazon. But some entrepreneurs have more than a few tricks up their sleeves to satisfy gen Z.

Inside the program teaching US ICE agents to 'Defend the Homeland'
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

For the thousands of "patriots" who've applied, a position with ICE is a source of pride. Experts, elected officials and activists say otherwise.

'Devastating': Home buyer's application challenged over new boyfriend
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Erin Bell's efforts to both buy a house and build a new one through a government scheme were repeatedly challenged — once because she had disclosed a new boyfriend.



News from the BBC World Service

Lyse Doucet: Trump is shaking the world order more than any president since WW2
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Trump's demands over Greenland are a rude awakening in a moment fraught with risk.

UK defends Chagos deal after Trump calls it 'act of great stupidity'
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

The US president says it is "another in a very long line of National Security reasons why Greenland has to be acquired".

Chinese mega-embassy approved by government after debate over security risks
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Critics of the project - including some Labour MPs - warn it could pose a security risk.

Who is Brooklyn's wife, Nicola Peltz Beckham?
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Nicola Peltz Beckham is an actress and director who is the daughter of billionaires.

Shock and confusion as Spain struggles for answers after deadly train crash
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Investigators remain baffled by the cause of Sunday's deadly crash in the south of the country.

Jellyfish-inspired outfit steals show in Osaka's Australian Open win
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

How Naomi Osaka's jellyfish-inspired outfit stole the show in her hard-fought Australian Open first-round win over Antonia Ruzic.

Lucy Letby will not face further criminal charges
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Former nurse Lucy Letby is serving 15 whole-life terms for murder and attempted murder.

Watch: Cow astonishes scientists with rare use of tools
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

The discovery suggests cows may have far greater cognitive abilities than previously assumed.

Prince Harry 'clutching at straws' with claim against Mail publisher, court told
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

The publisher says it has presented 'a pattern of legitimate sourcing' in its defence against alleged unlawful information gathering.

Prison officer jailed for having sex with inmate
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Isabelle Dale had relationships with two prisoners at HMP Coldingley in Surrey, a judge says.

Europe to suspend approval of US tariffs deal
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

The move follows renewed tensions between the US and EU, as Donald Trump pushes to acquire Greenland.

Full messages shared between Trump and European leaders
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Experts tell BBC what to read into private messages between US President Donald Trump and European leaders that have been shared publicly .

Confronted over Greenland, Europe is ditching its softly-softly approach to Trump
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Transatlantic relations aren't broken, though they are damaged. And if Europeans want to try to cut through with Trump, they'll have to stick together, writes Europe Editor Katya Adler

Greenland 'will stay Greenland', former Trump adviser declares
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Donald Trump's former chief economic adviser said the US president's actions are a negotiating tactic.

The bombshell claims in Brooklyn Beckham's post - from wedding dress drama to 'hijacked' first dance
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

The 26-year-old made a series of allegations in a six-page Instagram post on Monday.

Watch: Stunning skies as Northern Lights seen in the UK and Channel Islands
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Video footage shows dazzling hues of green and pink over several parts of the UK and the Channel Islands on Monday evening.

What is the UK's Chagos Islands deal and why has Trump criticised it?
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Trump has criticised the deal under which the UK keeps control of the joint UK-US Diego Garcia military base.

I was first at the scene of a 999 call - then I was sexually assaulted
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Ambulance volunteer Emily Hilton was assessing a man who had fallen on a busy road when he sexually assaulted her.

Is this the Australian Open's biggest draw? Meet 20-year-old Philippines tennis star Alexandra Eala
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Alexandra Eala may have only played one Australian Open singles match but she was the biggest first-round draw by far at Melbourne Park.

The hospitals where waiting times are getting worse. Is yours one of them?
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Nearly a quarter of hospital trusts in England have seen waiting times deteriorate in the past year.



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