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News from the ABC Australia

Five killed as Russia resumes strikes on Kyiv after pause for US envoys' visit
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

The strikes came as US President Donald Trump and Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin held an hour-long phone conversation about talks between their envoys in recent days.

New documents reveal what NYC knew about air toxicity after 9/11
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

New York City's mayor Zohran Mamdani has released 170,000 pages of documents detailing what was known about air pollution that billowed from Ground Zero after the attacks.

Dozens injured as Yemen's Houthis launch strikes on Saudi oil facilities
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

The Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia appears to be a major expansion of the war in the Midlde East and have the potential to disrupt energy supplies beyond the blockaded Strait of Hormuz.

Israel closes UK consulate in East Jerusalem as three G7 countries ban settlement imports
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Britain, France and Canada will ban imports from Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, in a move that prompted a swift retaliation and could spark a broader geo-political storm.

Legendary horseman Paddy Payne Sr dies aged 90
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

The father of 10 and patriarch of the famous Australian racing family has died. 

Three attacks in Tehran could 'amount to war crimes', report finds
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Amnesty International is demanding formal investigations into three American and Israeli attacks on densely packed suburbs of Tehran, which killed at least 41 civilians.

Football league says Swans scandal comments 'clearly insensitive'
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

A country football league has distanced itself from "unacceptable" comments made at a recent awards event at which the master of ceremonies joked about the Sydney Swans scandal.

Thieves steal two paintings from Renoir Museum worth 9 million euros
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

A group of "well-equipped" thieves broke into the museum in the early hours of the morning, stealing four artworks, dropping two as they fled.

Gun law reform in Tasmania on knife's edge with independent holding casting vote
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Proposed reforms to Tasmania's gun laws sit on a knife's edge, with one independent MP likely to hold the casting vote when debate resumes on Thursday.

'People are furious': RBA deputy governor says more needs to be done on inflation
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

The RBA's deputy governor issues a warning that interest rates could rise further if the ongoing scourge of inflation does not come under control soon.

Child dead, six others injured in rollover west of Melbourne
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

A school-aged child has died and six others have been injured in a single-vehicle crash in Parwan, west of Melbourne.

Smokers should face tougher penalties over illicit tobacco, police chief suggests
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

SA Police Commissioner Grant Stevens has said consumer-side penalties for the purchase of illicit tobacco "is a question that needs to be considered". 

Hundreds face homelessness within weeks amid government funding stand-off
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

More than 230 residents, including children, are facing eviction from Darwin's largest homeless shelter within weeks as the federal and Northern Territory governments remain locked in a funding stand-off.  

Inquest to begin into Russell Island house fire that killed father and five boys
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Eleven-year-old Zack, 10-year-old Harry, four-year-old twins Kyza and Koah, three-year-old Nicky, and father Wayne Godinet Jr died when their Russell Island home burned down in August, 2023.

Crook elbows and big dreams propelling unheralded Knights for NRL finals
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Newcastle forward Francis Manuleleua might be less than two weeks off dislocating his right elbow but at the end of an interview he'll still shake your hand and shake it hard.

Gigantic mechanical 'esky lid' is Brisbane's newest defence against flooding
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

"The Esky Lid" is a mechanical contraption that will be able to seal off Brisbane's new underground tunnels from floodwaters. 

Australia records worst-ever maths and reading scores in global test
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Australian students have recorded their lowest-ever scores in maths and reading in international testing, but improved on their science results.

Court bolter tackled by police wanted to kiss partner goodbye
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

A man who escaped police custody wanted to kiss his partner goodbye, a Tasmanian court has heard.

Popovic knocked back four-year Socceroos contract extension
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Socceroos coach Tony Popovic has revealed he turned down a four-year contract offer from Football Australia (FA) to take the team through to the 2030 World Cup.

Australian found safe in Nepal
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

The ABC understands the person was not in the disaster zone and is the eighth Australian to be found since the floods devastated Nepal and Tibet.



News from the BBC World Service

UK announces sanctions on West Bank settlements prompting furious Israeli response
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

The foreign secretary accuses settlers of carrying out the "ethnic cleansing" of Palestinians, as France and Canada also launch sanctions.

Ports denied request to land 120 migrants in RNLI boats
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

The King's Harbour Master and Southampton Port both declined to allow migrants ashore on Sunday.

Harry and Meghan 'surprised' by King's letter making clear they remain non-working royals
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

A spokesman says they were not told in advance about the letter sent on behalf of the king, although palace sources deny this.

Renoir paintings worth millions stolen in French museum heist
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

It is the latest in a string of high-profile art thefts in Europe that has again put the security of museums and galleries in the spotlight.

British widow faces deportation from Sweden after 22 years
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

A 78-year-old British woman is facing deportation for failing to fill out a Brexit residence application on time.

Prince George attends first day at Eton College
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

The 13 year old was dropped off at the all-boys boarding school by his parents, Prince William and Princess Catherine of Wales.

Trump shares misleading video of King and fainting worker
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

The president shares a misleading video which appears to show Charles shrugging and walking away from a man who fainted during a royal visit.

Monty Don to leave Gardeners' World after more than 20 years
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

The presenter said it had been "deeply rewarding" but added that "now is the right time for a change".

Argentina to file criminal case against oil company operating in Falklands
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

The move comes days after President Javier Milei stepped up Argentina's claims of sovereignty over the Falklands.

Iceland summons US ambassador over Trump's stars and stripes map
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Trump's territorial ambitions have repeatedly strained relations with neighbouring countries.

Kane among three of England's World Cup stars to make Ballon d'Or shortlist
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane is one of three England players nominated for the 2026 Ballon d'Or alongside Jude Bellingham and Declan Rice.

Charli XCX says bye to Brat and Liam Gallagher's tambourine grin - Music Photography Awards 2026 shortlist
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Nominees for the Abbey Road awards captured some of the past year's best moments in music.

In West Bank, date farmers weigh impact of UK sanctions on Israeli settlers
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Palestinians strongly back a ban on settlement goods, but Israel's government says it is a "big mistake".

Forget the Mediterranean diet, I'm eating only food from Shetland for a month
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Dr Alex Armitage is eating only food grown, reared or caught locally during September.

What tariffs will really cost Canadians and Americans
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Households and businesses have become used to tariffs impacting the cost of living for more than year now, so what will change now?

The firms turning recruitment into X Factor-style competitions
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Applicants have to pitch their ideas on stage in front of a panel of judges and an audience. But is this exciting or unfair?

British designer Paul Smith: 'Nobody cares how good you used to be in fashion'
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

The celebrated British fashion designer invited BBC News to his office to talk about his career and a rubber chicken.

A&E did not get the basics right - my son's life was ruined at 32
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Oli's experience is one of a growing number of clinical negligence claims being made in England, BBC analysis shows.

New law to force tech firms to stop children taking or sharing nude images
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

The government said it will legislate "as soon as they can" but may "reassess" its plans if firms make the desired changes sooner.

Fourteen go on trial over deadliest Channel small boats disaster
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

At least 30 men, women and children drowned when their dinghy capsized on 24 November 2021.



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