News from the ABC Australia
Forty years after whaling was banned, threats remain Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
Since whaling was banned in 1986, whale numbers have rebounded but threats, mostly human-made, remain and are on the agenda at a meeting in Hobart.
Ambulance service only fully meets 17 per cent of safety and quality standards Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
An ambulance service wanted to see if it could meet national safety and quality standards, but in a mock assessment, only fully met 17 per cent of actions — a result described as "diabolical" by a paramedics' union.
Interest rates set to rise but likely to be a short-term trend Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
The Reserve Bank will increase interest rates on Tuesday, but three new factors entirely outside the bank's control are pulling rates in different directions.
Lost songs of Australian rock legend found buried in a garage Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
Divinyls lead singer Chrissy Amphlett was a rock icon who lived hard and burned bright — but the woman underneath was far more vulnerable. Australian Story reveals a private Chrissy through previously unseen footage and three songs that went missing for 25 years.
Banks cut rewards programs, free travel insurance amid surcharge ban Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
Sweeping reforms from the Reserve Bank start this week, as banks hike fees and slash rewards programs in preparation.
A rate rise tomorrow is all but locked in. How many more might there be? Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
The Reserve Bank is meeting tomorrow for the sixth time this year, and both financial markets and economists think it is almost certain that it will raise interest rates for the fourth time.
How seriously should we take biological threats from AI? Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
AI companies say their tools could be used to make biological weaponry. These are the threats and what can be done to mitigate them.
Russia's hybrid attacks have Germans rethinking Nazi-era protections Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
European intelligence officials say Russia is behind hundreds of hybrid attacks on the continent this year, and that Western allies are too complacent in the face of Moscow's increasing aggression.
Rinehart allegedly tried to help recruit Liberal MP to join One Nation Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
One Nation's billionaire backer Gina Rinehart allegedly attempted to help recruit a sitting federal Liberal MP at one of her holiday homes.
When a world record attempt went horribly wrong, these friends held tight Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
Debuting at the Italian Film Festival, Sand Roads is a heartfelt tribute to the strength of friendship against all odds.
Travel back in time with this week's history quiz Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
We'll test you on 80s rockers, the Obamas and the route of the Orient Express.
How to maximise your EV's range while spending as little as possible Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
If you're among the many Australians who have bought an electric vehicle this year, or just want to better understand your EV, here's what the experts say about maximising the range of your ride.
Pope urges church to admit failings and heal 'deep wounds' Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
Pope Leo called on the Catholic Church to have the courage to face its past before he met with victims of child abuse by priests in France.
Matty Johns breaks down in tears after Knights end NRL grand final drought Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
Matty Johns fights through tears to praise the Knights and the Newcastle fans after a gripping and gritty preliminary final win over Penrith.
Scaffolding at Sydney building site falls onto cars month after wall collapse Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
No-one was injured when a large section of scaffolding fell onto vehicles on Wattle Street in Ultimo, just weeks after a wall collapsed injuring two men.
Freo finds joy in AFLW win, Pies finally off the mark Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
Fremantle's AFLW side restores some joy to the Dockers' weekend with victory over Adelaide, while Collingwood claims its first win of the season over GWS.
Dynasties and destinies swing on Cleary's horror ankle injury Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
Penrith and Newcastle were going hammer and tongs when Nathan Cleary's horror ankle injury turned the NRL preliminary final on its head.
Manhunt for gunmen who killed 27 in two shootings in South Africa Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
South African police launch a manhunt after gunmen kill at least 27 people in two mass shootings in Cape Town and Johannesburg.
UK police arrest five over alleged attack attempt on air base used by US Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
US President Donald Trump says the five people arrested over the alleged plot planned to do "big damage" to a British air base used by the US Air Force in south-west England.
Wallabies reduced to 11 men in chaotic upset win over world champ Boks Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026
The Wallabies manage to overcome four late yellow cards to defeat world champions South Africa 42-38 in a pulsating Test in Perth.
News from the BBC World Service
What we know about RAF base counter-terror investigation Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 Five men have been arrested as counter-terror police lead an investigation into a major incident near the airbase. Burnham proposes NHS-style social care system for England Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 The prime minister told the BBC that social care in England is "as unfair as American healthcare". Orange Order march row goes to heart of ongoing divisions in Northern Ireland Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 The dispute over the controversial parade is a reminder that the peace process is not over. Ten NHS staff removed over Noah Woods data breach Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust says it has launched an "urgent" investigation. No handshakes between Republic of Ireland and Israel Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 The Republic of Ireland and Israel players do not shake hands with each other before Sunday's controversial Uefa Nations League game in Hungary. England win series as Banton delivers on potential Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 Tom Banton delivers on all of his potential by crashing a brilliant first international century as England wrapped up their summer with an ODI series win over Sri Lanka. Two mass shootings in South Africa leave 27 dead Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 The two attacks hours apart come as the country struggles to stop high levels of gang-related armed violence. Why Premier League faces uncertainty and chaos after Man City ruling Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 It has taken more than two years, but a judgement finally appears to have been made on the 115 charges levelled against Manchester City. Here's what it means. Iranian minister says only negotiation can end conflict after Trump rejects Hormuz deal Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 The foreign minister says Tehran is waiting for an official rejection of a deal, despite the US President's comments. White casts doubt on Fury-Joshua after 24 hours of chaos Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 There is fresh uncertainty around the proposed Tyson Fury v Anthony Joshua fight - after Dana White said he did not know whether it would happen. Celebrity Traitors 2 cast: Who are this year's 'big dogs' and dark horses? Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 The reality TV game show returns on Thursday, with 21 stars vying to win £100,000 for their chosen charity. Killer Christa Pike to be executed within days - but her defence say she's a victim too Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 Lawyers for Pike, who killed a fellow student in 1995, say she should get clemency and would not be sentenced to death if the crime happened today. Big Bang wins over fans old and new at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 Big Bang played London's Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, marking a long-awaited return for the group that helped build the blueprint for modern K-pop. China's new youth idol isn't a pop star - he's an academic Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 China's economy and tech have developed at breakneck speed, but there is plenty worrying its Gen Z. Social care reform could mean big risks and big rewards for Burnham Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 The state of the social care system in England is a topic that's made Andy Burnham angry for decades - but will his plans for reform work? Switzerland rejects stricter interpretation of its neutrality Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 The initiative would have prevented the nation from imposing sanctions unless approved by the UN. Watch: At the scene of counter-terrorism operation near RAF Fairford Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 Five men have been arrested as counter-terrorism police lead investigation into major incident near RAF Fairford. Two bodies found after avalanche hits Himalayan climbing group Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 Rescuers are looking for at least 10 Nepalese people who were preparing to take climbers up the Himlung Himal peak. Thousands affected and roads closed after burst pipe Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 Southern Water says it is investigating the burst pipe which happened on Sunday morning. US states declare emergency as powerful storm brings flooding and power cuts Posted on Sunday September 27, 2026 Tens of millions of people from Maine to Virginia found themselves in the path of the powerful weather system.
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