News from the ABC Australia
De Minaur defeats "Aussie slayer" in third round at Wimbledon Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026
World number 6 Alex de Minaur has won against the USA's Zach Svajda, a victory which will see him progress to the second week of Wimbledon.
F1 championship leader extends lead, Piastri seventh in British sprint Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026
Kimi Antonelli blasted past home favourite Lewis Hamilton to take a first career sprint win at the British Grand Prix on Saturday and forge 43 points clear of Mercedes teammate George Russell in the Formula 1 standings.
First case of deadly H5N1 bird flu confirmed in NSW Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026
The first case of the deadly H5 bird flu is confirmed in a giant petrel found on the NSW Mid North Coast.
Footballer critical after sustaining head injury during match Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026
A 27-year-old player is in a critical condition after a serious mid-match injury during a football game in Lalor this afternoon.
Wallabies fall agonisingly short against Ireland in Nations Championship Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026
Ben Donaldson is unable to land a winning penalty goal after the full-time siren, as the Wallabies go down 33-31 to Ireland in a pulsating Test.
Ukraine retaliates, striking St Petersburg following deadliest attack Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026
Ukraine has retaliated after Russia's attack on Kyiv killed at least 27 people.Â
Thunderbirds win record-breaking Super Netball title Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026
The Adelaide Thunderbirds are Super Netball champions after defeating the Melbourne Vixens 61-40 in the grand final.
New bird flu advice for egg producers as testing continues Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026
States and territories are urged to encourage free-range producers to keep their birds indoors where practical in an effort to combat bird flu.
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Two Sydney Mardi Gras board members removed after months of disputes Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026
Damien Nguyen and Luna Choo from Pride in Protest were voted off the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras board by a 70 per cent majority.
Socceroos icon says Popovic 'messing with things too much' in GK switch Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026
Mark Schwarzer says he is not a fan of Tony Popovic's decision to swap goalkeepers ahead of the penalty shootout, even if it had been successful.
Arson chemist investigates fatal house fire in Melbourne's south-east Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026
A man believed to be in his 60s died after being pulled from a room engulfed in flames in a Springvale South home overnight.
Qld Labor frontbencher not ruling out seat-swap after boundary review Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026
The independent redistribution commission has recommended a substantial redraw of the seat of Gaven, which Meaghan Scanlon reclaimed at the last state election with a very slim margin.
Statue to be removed after former St Kilda player’s assault conviction Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026
Former St Kilda and Western Bulldogs player Nicky Winmar has been found guilty of assaulting a woman in Victoria.
Broncos cop eighth straight loss as Sharks get home at Lang Park Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026
The battling Broncos lose their eighth straight game, going down 28-16 to the Sharks at Lang Park after the Dragons got just their second win of the season against the Tigers.
What could Taylor Swift's wedding dress look like? Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026
Singer Taylor Swift has married footballer Travis Kelce, creating a massive pop culture moment and a passionate talking point on social media.Â
'The world lost him': Crowds gather in Iran to farewell body of assassinated supreme leader Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026
Millions of Iranians have gathered in Tehran as the country begins a week of funeral ceremonies for former supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.Â
Meta bans millions of accounts as AI impersonates real creators Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026
Alicia discovered a Facebook account had gained more than 500,000 followers by posting AI-generated images of her.
Magpie Maynard makes contact with umpire after being hit 'cheaply' Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026
Collingwood defender Brayden Maynard could be in trouble after making contact with an umpire during the Magpies' six-point win over the Gold Coast Suns.
Are America's founding principles being challenged? Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026
The United States is celebrating its 250th anniversary today. Let's take a closer look at the document that birthed the nation and where things stand now.
How rugby league became Australia's most valuable football code Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026
A $5 billion-plus broadcast rights deal is expected to be announced this week, making rugby league Australia's most valuable football code.
News from the BBC World Service
Pubs and police brace for England-Mexico 1am kick-off after Fifa U-turn Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026 England's last-16 World Cup tie will kick off at 01:00 BST on Monday, after Fifa reconsidered bringing it forward. Dior dress and a man of honour: What we know about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026 The couple tied the knot in New York on Friday, after months of speculation about when, where and how it would happen. Prince Harry will not be joined by Meghan and children on London trip Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026 The plans changed after it was confirmed they would not have taxpayer funded security, it is understood. Ukraine hits major oil terminal in Russia's St Petersburg Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says the target is key infrastructure "that generates revenue for Russia's war". The massive scramble behind the scenes before the new PM arrives Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026 As Starmer gets ready to pack his bags, there's a "bunfight for jobs" in Whitehall, one MP tells Laura Kuenssberg. Serena Williams pulls out of Wimbledon doubles alongside sister Venus Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026 Serena Williams pulls out of her planned Wimbledon doubles appearance with older sister Venus because of a knee injury. What could new rights for unmarried couples mean for your money? Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026 Co-habiting couples in England and Wales could be given more protections if they break up under new government proposals. Russia looks to students to make up for mounting losses in Ukraine Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026 Moscow's campaign for students to sign army contracts comes as the Kremlin seeks to sustain its war effort for a fifth year. 'Hotter and hotter and hotter' - Europe's new climate in seven charts Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026 Temperature records were smashed in June - and scientists warn this is a sign of things to come. The schools starting late after 1am England kick-off to 'reduce pressure' on parents Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026 Some schools are opting to open late, arguing they are striking the right balance, and many parents have backed the decision. Ear plugs have become a festival must-have - but they aren't all created equal Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026 Ear plugs are becoming an increasingly popular accessory at music festivals. Lightning, hotel security and spying - issues England face in Mexico Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026 England are booed as they arrive at their Mexico City hotel to prepare for their World Cup last-16 game against Mexico - and it's not the only issue they face. Five and a half hours that left England's last-16 tie in chaos Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026 For several hours on Friday, no-one seemed to know when England's World Cup last-16 match against co-hosts Mexico would kick off. BBC Sport explains how a story of confusion and anger - culminating in a Fifa U-turn - unfolded. Cape Verde fans 'proud' despite 3-2 defeat to Argentina Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026 Cape Verde fans say they are 'proud' of their team despite a 3-2 defeat to Argentina that ended their World Cup hopes. From one to 16 - ranking every team left in the World Cup Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026 BBC Sport ranks the 16 teams left in the World Cup. Do Argentina deserve to be in the top three? Should Norway be higher? What about England's position? Eight of the 10 most populous countries are not in the World Cup Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026 Many countries with massive populations consistently miss out on football’s biggest party. What can they do to change their sporting fortunes? Farewell Cape Verde - defeat by Argentina but they are the underdogs the World Cup will never forget Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026 Cape Verde may have been the World Cup's second-smallest nation but they leave the largest impact as they depart following defeat by defending champions Argentina in an epic. Murals, flags and beef dishes - Messi mania takes hold in Miami Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026 Lionel Messi's World Cup goals roadshow continued with his seventh of the tournament for Argentina against Cape Verde - and delighted the fans who were in Miami to see their hero. Starmer tells of 'intensely personal' decision to quit and warns Burnham in first interview since resigning Posted on Friday July 03, 2026 In an untypically candid interview, the outgoing PM tells the BBC it was "really tough" to accept his political career was over. King hails 'truly historic milestone' on 250th anniversary of US independence Posted on Saturday July 04, 2026 The King says the countries have forged a relationship "founded on friendship, trust and a belief in liberty".
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