News from the ABC Australia
Iran ready for 'renewed' hostilities as Trump cools on peace proposal Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
US President Donald Trump says he will review a new Iranian peace proposal, but casts doubt over its prospects as he left open the possibility of future attacks on Iran.
Mercury would 'be alive': Shark victim's family welcomes new drone plan Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
Mike Psillakis and his twin brother's widow, Maria, join authorities to announce a program that will see surfers become drone pilots.
Firefighters who died battling blaze, from cancer added to honour roll Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
Hundreds of people have honoured the families and legacies of Western Australia's fallen firefighters at a memorial service in Kings Park on Sunday.Â
Sister shares memories of 24yo climber Angela Ha who died at Arapiles Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
Michelle Ha's older sister Angela died after falling from the Organ Pipes while rock climbing at Arapiles in western Victoria last week.
Man, 18, dies after car rolls over on Perth's Mitchell Freeway Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
The man, who was the sole occupant of the vehicle, sustained critical injuries and died a short time later after being conveyed to Royal Perth Hospital.
Albanese readies federal budget to favour gen Z and millennial voters Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is preparing to break an election commitment and overhaul property tax perks in this month's budget, to give younger Australians a "fair crack" at owning their own homes.
By-election of no consequence leaves some major party insiders disturbed Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
The Nepean by-election proves Victoria's election in November is likely to be tough for the two major parties, Richard Willingham writes.
Live: Suns make fast start after window is shattered in Hardwick's coaches box Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
A TV set-up crew gets things horribly wrong inside Gold Coast's coaches box ahead of the clash against the GWS Giants at Carrara Stadium. Follow live.
Military plane makes emergency landing at outback airport Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
The C-27J Spartan aircraft took off from Darwin, and the ABC understood it was heading towards Brisbane and near Longreach when personnel observed "signs of smoke" onboard.Â
Police release CCTV of 'outright looting' of Alice Springs businesses Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
NT Police have released CCTV footage of the "outright looting" of businesses caught up in rioting following the arrest of Jefferson Lewis for the murder of Kumanjayi Little Baby.
Live: Penrith survives sin-binning and controversial call to scrape past Manly Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
The ladder-leading Panthers are pushed all the way, but cling on to notch a hard-fought 18-16 victory over the Sea Eagles. Follow live.
Government announces program to unlock land for oil infrastructure Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
The state government has announced the Accelerating Fuel Infrastructure Program, which it says is intended to ease fuel costs and protect against future price shocks.
Aussies put Olympic heartbreak to bed with historic world title Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
Australia, despite not having a dedicated curling facility, has claimed a first ever world championship title, with Tahli Gill and Dean Hewitt victorious in Switzerland overnight.Â
Miami GP to start three hours early as storm fears grow Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
F1's governing body announces the Miami Grand Prix will start three hours early, as fears grow about torrential rain.
Dancing queens return to Trundle ABBA Festival to celebrate pop icons Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
For one day each year, the town of 335 people swaps tractors for tribute acts, grain trucks for glitter and everyday life for an all-out ABBA extravaganza.
Surgeons thought about taking Travis's face off before they saved him with a 'crazy idea' Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
Travis Reyes survived a horror military aircraft crash but what came after was a two-year battle from doctors across Australia and the US to save his life.
Love story: When life changed in an instant, Lucy was Beau's rock Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
The goalposts moved dramatically on Beau and Lucy Vernon's life plans, but it brought them closer together.Â
Untold stories of women in whaling inspire art that delves into the past Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
The overlooked contributions of women in the whaling industry are the subject of an exhibition in the Great Southern region of Western Australia.
Toure scores again for Norwich in red hot preparation for World Cup Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
Mohamed Toure scores his 10th goal in just 12 matches for Norwich to keep him in red hot form ahead of the World Cup.
North Queensland Games spark regional sport revival Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026
The largest multi-sport event in regional Australia begins in Mackay, with 2,000 competitors flocking to the city from across Queensland.Â
News from the BBC World Service
King's speech was a 'high stakes' moment of US visit, Palace says Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026 The state visit to the US draws a positive response after what was a difficult diplomatic challenge. Airlines can cancel flights in advance over fuel shortages under new plans Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026 Ministers hope move would help avoid last-minute flight cancellations for passengers this summer over Middle East fuel supplies. Germany troop cuts send wrong signal to Russia, say two top US Republicans Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026 The chairs of the House and Senate armed services committees said withdrawing 5,000 service personnel risked undermining deterrence. The Iran war has strengthened Ukraine in surprising ways. Could a ceasefire with Russia be closer? Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026 President Zelensky has been visiting the Gulf to demonstrate his country's military nous. From beds to LED masks, is the red light craze giving us more than just a warm glow? Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026 Whether it can really repair muscles and make skin look younger is up for debate. Man charged with murder and sexual assault of 5-year-old Australian girl Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026 The girl's death sparked an outbreak of violence in the central Australian town from where she disappeared. Is it advantage Arsenal in dramatic title race? Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026 Are Arsenal now firmly in pole position to be Premier League champions after the Gunners went six points clear of Manchester City with a 3-0 win over Fulham. Musk's AI told me people were coming to kill me. I grabbed a hammer and prepared for war Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026 Several people told the BBC they experienced delusions after intense conversations with AI. Laufey on making jazz cool again (and the fish that brought out her inner rage) Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026 The Icelandic star reflects on a phenomenal year, and the music video that let her go "primal". The clandestine network smuggling Starlink tech into Iran to beat internet blackout Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026 Sahand tells the BBC World Service he sends satellite internet terminals into Iran to help show "the real picture". What death doulas can teach us about dying Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026 Death doulas or soul midwives have increased in popularity in recent years. What do they do? Watch: How we reported in -30C temperatures in Canada's Arctic Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026 BBC's Nadine Yousif and Eloise Alanna spent five days travelling with the country's military rangers through frostbite and sub-zero temperatures. Miami Grand Prix brought forward because of storm threat Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026 Sunday's Miami Grand Prix is moved forward by three hours to 18:00 BST because of the threat of thunderstorms. Voters will judge Trump on the economy - how is it doing? Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026 How much Donald Trump can do with the time he has left as president will depend massively on the cost of living. Celebrity Traitors line-up announced - 21 famous faces set to enter castle Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 Miranda Hart, Maya Jama, and Eastenders legend Ross Kemp are among the stars who will go head-to-head in the second series of The Celebrity Traitors. Winners, losers and a PM on the brink - what to expect in next week's elections Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 Believe it or not, Thursday’s local elections aren’t just about the PM’s fate - there’s plenty more at stake. The Papers: '£7m tax bill for William' and 'Traitors take their places' Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026 The Prince of Wales's income tax bill revealed and Celebrity Traitors returns leads Sunday's papers. Struggling High Streets fuel sense of neglect for voters ahead of local elections Posted on Sunday May 03, 2026 Failing High Streets fuel a wider sense of political discontent which could prove crucial in the upcoming elections for English councils in May. Thirteen killed in Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon, health ministry says Posted on Saturday May 02, 2026 Four women and a child are among the dead, as fighting between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah continues despite a ceasefire. Welsh nans befriend pro wrestler on Vegas flight after royal rumble over seats Posted on Thursday April 30, 2026 The group was travelling to Las Vegas to scatter the ashes of one of their late husbands.
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