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News from the ABC Australia Walsh back at fullback in Kangaroos team to face Cook Islands Australia's men's and women's teams are named for this weekend's Rugby League World Cup games against Cook Islands and Wales as Reece Walsh comes back in at fullback. Four charged over suspected arson attack on home with family inside Two men and two women have been charged in connection with a fire at a south-west Victorian home while a father and his children were still inside. Gaza ceasefire hasn't stopped Israel committing genocide, UN inquiry finds Israel has continued to commit genocide in Gaza since last October's ceasefire, according to a report from UN-commissioned experts. Israel has rejected the findings as "misinformation". Mother grieves for son killed in 'skid car' crash as driver is jailed Grief is still raw for Logan Power's family more than 18 months after he was killed in a crash involving a dangerously modified "skid car". Woman stabbed ex-girlfriend while partner restrained her, murder trial told A Perth court hears graphic details of the final moments of Tara Morrison, who was stabbed repeatedly by her former girlfriend in a drug-fuelled attack. Tasmania Devils' inaugural VFL captain axed after pub incident The Devils' inaugural VFL captain Robbie Fox has parted ways with the club after one season, following an incident at a Hobart pub. Giant, spiked hail falls as 'very dangerous' storms hit Queensland Spiked hail stones have been observed at Mudgeeraba as "very dangerous" storms hit an already soaked south-east Queensland. Music mogul Jay-Z picks himself to perform at next Super Bowl Jay-Z has been picked to take the stage as the musical feature during next year's half-time show at the Super Bowl. AFL abandons Opening Round for season 2027 The AFL abandons the Opening Round after two years, returning to a season start with all 18 teams in action. UN experts disappointed shackling and strip-searching bills blocked United Nations experts have released a statement calling on the Australian parliament to progress reforms for women and children in custody after legislation on shackling and strip-searching was blocked. Owner of missing dog devastated by AI photo scam Westyn Ruyter offered a $10,000 reward when his Irish wolfhound went missing, but instead of getting his dog back he received a second bitter blow. Bad report card for government businesses being propped up The Tasmanian taxpayer is on the hook to prop up ailing government businesses, including the Spirit of Tasmania operator, to the order of billions of dollars, the state's auditor-general says. Former RAAF pilot stood to gain more than $5m from wife's death, court hears The trial of Robert Crawford, who is accused of murdering his wife Frances Crawford, has heard he took steps to acquire her estate weeks after her death. Scammers target major holiday parks across Australia in cybersecurity breach Australian travellers are being warned their personal information may have been exposed following a cybersecurity breach involving an accommodation software company. Echoes from disused water tower become music for 'magical' performance High school students join a professional string quartet to make music from a disused water tower. After days of delay, state regulators confirm probe into methane plume at Chevron Dispelling its initial uncertainty, the WA government has confirmed an investigation is underway into repeated large methane emissions from Chevron's Gorgon gas complex. How WhatsApp 'army' flipped Brazil election and halted Trumpian trend Twenty-one days and an "army" of voters is all it took for a social media movement to grow so vocal it delivered Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva an historic fourth presidential term. Community opposes proposed data centre near dark sky reserve The South Australian town of Tungkillo fears its rolling hill landscape, which is part of Australia's first dark sky reserve, is at risk of being tarnished if a proposed hyper-scale data centre goes ahead. Parents of 4yo killed in Canberra crash call for 'lightest possible sentence' The parents of a four-year-old boy killed in a Canberra car crash have asked that the 80-year-old driver be granted leniency to "spend the rest of her life surrounded by her children and grandchildren". Borlase's WNBA dream fading after Game 5 finals loss to Valkyries Another big performance from the Golden State Valkyries puts Australian Izzy Borlase's Atlanta Dream on the brink of losing the WNBA Finals series. News from the BBC World Service Israel heads to polls for pivotal election defined by security and democracy Many fear neither of the leading political blocs will win enough seats for a majority - meaning weeks or months of political wrangling may lie ahead. Chancellor to cut tariffs on some staple goods to offer cost of living help The chancellor will axe tariffs on some staples as part of plans to give households "breathing space". Kane ends England’s 25-year wait to win men’s Ballon d’Or award Harry Kane becomes the first English player to win the prize since Michael Owen in 2001, and Spain midfielder Alexia Putellas wins the Ballon d’Or Feminin for a record-equalling third time. Ex-FBI chief James Comey faces federal charges for third time Comey's lawyers say the case stems from alleged disclosure of classified information to the New York Times in 2016. Jay-Z to perform at Super Bowl half-time show The rapper has been involved with the show for years but has never before performed at the NFL championship game. Storm Boelo leaves thousands without power as Met Office issues new wind warning A yellow warning for strong winds came in effect at 18:00 on Monday across the west coast of England, Wales and Scotland and eastern parts of Northern Ireland. Rise in sales of radios and tinned foods, say retailers, after call to stock up Figures obtained by BBC Newsnight show large spikes in sales of torches, radios and power banks. Truce begins in wartorn Ukraine city after it was announced by Melania Trump The ceasefire is meant to allow aid deliveries and the evacuation of civilians. Apple says it will replace iPhone Duo handsets with screen problems Photos shared online showed faults appearing on the screens of Apple's first foldable device. Will the public change its mind about Meghan? This complicated - and developing - story could prove to be a turning point for Meghan. Jordan carries out deadly strike in Syria in retaliation for church attack The attack on a village in Syria killed five people, including women and children, Syrian health officials said. Busted's James Bourne says 'hero' brother saved his life with kidney donation The guitarist says doctors had given him "a few years left to live", but is now recovering well. 'I'm a single mum on £41,000 and limit my weekly shop to £40.' What do you want from the Budget? People earning from £380 a month to £150,000 a year tell the BBC what they want to see in this year's Budget. Chris Mason: Budget is imminent as tricky issues pile up for Burnham From Brexit debates to North Sea oil, there is plenty getting the cabinet, the Labour Party and the country talking. Lula's comeback in Brazil dents Trump's ambitions for Latin America The Trump-Lula relationship may have thawed, but several issues could reignite tensions between the two leaders. Israel and the US are both going to the polls - the consequences will be global The next fortnight sees two elections on different continents. The outcomes will shape geopolitics and the global economy, writes James Landale My husband's death was hard enough - then came the admin Louisa says her experience of dealing with household bills after her husband John died left her feeling "frustrated and angry". The Papers: 'England's golden boy' Kane and 'Time to pay fair' Many of the papers consider what will be in the Budget and praise Harry Kane for his Ballon d'Or win. Sydney's new $5bn airport has one big problem: Getting there is tough The airport won’t have direct public transportation for a year. How do locals feel about getting there? Sign up now From news and politics to technology and the royals, get the best BBC journalism to your inbox. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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