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News from the ABC Australia Cricketer Will Pucovski sues Melbourne school over alleged concussion The former Australian test batter alleges a concussion he suffered during an "aggressively physical" football training session at Brighton Grammar 12 years ago ultimately ended his professional cricket career. Kiribati considers constitutional change to cement China recognition Kiribati could be on the brink of amending its constitution to stop future governments from switching diplomatic recognition back to Taiwan. Instagram chief tells addiction trial few teenagers knew of safety feature The federal court trial in California is one of the highest-profile tests of allegations that social media companies have harmed young users. Teen carjacker spared jail despite Victoria's new 'adult time' laws The first teenager charged under Victoria's Adult Crime, Adult Time laws has been spared jail, after a judge ruled there were "exceptional circumstances" in the case. CFMEU forced to deal with organised crime-linked companies, inquiry told Former CFMEU administrator Mark Irving KC has told an inquiry the union protected its members by engaging with companies linked to organised crime. Humpback whale beached at Port Kennedy in Perth's south A humpback whale has become beached on a sand bank in shallow water at Port Kennedy in Perth's southern suburbs. Breaking: At least 14 babies killed in Pakistan hospital fire A fire has erupted at a nursery for newborns at a major government hospital in Pakistan's capital, killing 14 babies, according to hospital officials and the government. Qld police investigating alleged sexual assault of girl in residential care Queensland police are investigating the alleged sexual assault of a teenage girl in residential care, which the child safety minister has described as "heinous". Police allege car chase, chain threat, before fatal Ballarat hit-and-run A man has applied for bail after allegedly hitting and killing a man with his car following a chase through Ballarat city streets. 'Things are not OK': Indonesians express anger with government President Prabowo Subianto has given his government an "OK" report card as it nears two years in office, but not everyone agrees, with some civil society groups raising white flags and others forming a "shadow cabinet". Police investigate theft of 400,000 oysters in NSW An oyster business on the New South Wales Mid North Coast estimates as much as $400,000 worth of its stock has been stolen. UK concerned British backpackers could be forced to work in regions Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke has not denied that the UK has raised concerns about the prospect of British backpackers being forced to work in regional areas. Australians mark 20 years with charity lifting Balinese kids from poverty Behind the perfect sunsets and cocktails, there are more than 160,000 Balinese living in poverty, but a charity group devoted to bringing them hope has just celebrated its 20th anniversary with its Australian supporters. Commercial fishers frustrated with delays to compensation Nine months after their fishery was closed due to sustainability concerns, some commercial demersal fishers are still waiting for compensation payments from the WA government.  Time to 'recalibrate': Olympic figure skating champion Liu to miss season Superstar figure skater Alysa Liu steps back to miss the new season six months on from her stunning Winter Olympic gold medal. Chicken sales plummet amid bird flu spread, Perth butcher says While WA's last detection of bird flu was more than a month ago, butchers say they are experiencing a decline in chicken sales as the rest of the nation fights an outbreak. 'Unfortunate kick in the guts' as inflation data increases RBA rate hike risk Inflation is continuing to cool with the annual headline rate rising to 3.5 per cent in July, but some economists say it has increased the risk of another interest rate hike by the Reserve Bank of Australia this year. Dismissal of teacher who brought 3D-printed gun to school upheld The Canberra high school teacher of more than two decades was terminated and investigated last year after she printed a 3D firearm and brought it to school. New country music festival Longhaul cancelled in its first year The festival, headlined by Kacey Musgraves and Kane Brown, was set to land in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane in January. Assault charges dropped against SA Indigenous Voice to Parliament member Assault charges against Danni Smith, a presiding member on SA's Indigenous Voice to Parliament, have been dropped. News from the BBC World Service How Dolly Parton told her life story through six iconic songs A legendary singer-songwriter, her music covered themes around love, loss, female empowerment and spirituality. Household energy bills to hit three-year high as Ofgem announces 4% rise from October A household using a typical amount of gas and electricity will pay £60 a year more, regulator Ofgem says. NHS failing child sex abuse victims in adulthood, say psychiatrists There have been decades of mistreatment and mismanagement of those who seek help later in life, say experts in a new, damning report. Dad of woman who took her own life says Treasury failed in its duty of care Chloe Moffat died last year, after she was told of allegations she had shared sensitive confidential information about colleagues, which she denied. Why Pride is facing a backlash - from inside and outside the LGBT community Big companies used to go out of their way to support Pride. Now, there's a nervousness in the air, Darren Milby writes Yellow warnings in force as rain and thunderstorms hit parts of UK Torrential downpours will affect parts of England and Wales, delivering some of the wettest weather in several weeks CIA chief travels to Moscow for unannounced talks, US media reports Flight tracking data confirms an American military aircraft travelled to Russia from the US via Latvia on Tuesday. As Ukraine hits Russia's refineries, Russia targets Ukraine's petrol pumps Fuel companies are urging customers not to linger at the pumps after a wave of deadly attacks. Father's house rammed before son died in A66 crash The house belonging to Cole Worthy's father is significantly damaged and its windows are smashed. Nicotine vapes best chance to quit smoking, major review finds They work better than patches, gum or pills, the most up-to-date evidence suggests. Elton John, Oprah Winfrey and Paul McCartney pay tribute The tributes have included artists across musical genres, fans from all generations and politicians from all spectrum sharing their love for the country icon. A life in pictures The singer rose from humble beginnings to become one of the most beloved entertainers in the world. Life of the music legend whose songs touched millions The singer, songwriter and actress is known for timeless hits including Jolene and I Will Always Love You. BBC at Dolly Parton's Hollywood star as fans gather The BBC's LA correspondent Shaimaa Khalil spoke to fans gathered to mourn the country music star at her Hollywood Walk of Fame star on Tuesday evening. A nosy polar bear and a lucky squirrel: Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026 shortlist The polar bear image taken by Audun Rikardsen was among the 'highly commended' entries in this year's competition. Back to school: How parents can save on costs as the new term starts From baby banks to supermarket deals, there are many ways parents can ease the back-to-school burden. Toxic waste sites exposed in Michael Sheen documentary are 'tip of the iceberg' One scientist says there are thousands of sites across the UK that need investigating. Chinese teens are turning to mind-numbing drugs to 'run away from reality' Students are seeking prescription drugs because they fear failure, a teen tells the BBC. The Papers: 'We will always love you, Dolly' The death of country music legend and philanthropist Dolly Parton at aged 80 dominates Wednesday's papers. Kate Hudson to make How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days sequel, 23 years on Hudson and Matthew McConaughey, her co-star from the 2003 rom-com, could be reunited for the sequel. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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