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News from the ABC Australia

Cornell president vows 'serious look' at fraternities in wake of gang rape allegations
Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026

Cornell's president says the alleged gang rape of a student at a fraternity house in 2024 will weigh on the university for years to come.

Shark warning for NSW river after whale carcass removed
Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026

A marine biologist says sharks are likely to be attracted to a New South Wales sandbar where a dead whale was left for more than a day.

Tornado leaves 'devastating' trail of damage in Ulladulla
Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026

Locals say it was "amazing" no-one was injured in Saturday's storm, which felled trees and street signs, tore off roofs, and left two homes uninhabitable.

Tragedy will drive Knights to bring home NRL trophy, fans say
Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026

Thousands of Knights supporters descend on Stadium Australia as they eagerly await their team's battle against the Sydney Roosters for NRL grand final glory.

'Debris field' found in search for missing medical flight from Bermuda
Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026

Air traffic audio indicates the aircraft may have been "coming in blind" amid a storm.

Ukraine to target Russian refineries as Zelenskyy responds to air strikes
Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026

Faced with a new Moscow policy designed to force people to abandon Kyiv and other cities, the Ukrainian president says he will double down on attacking Russian oil reserves.

How non-monogamy and mental health shaped Rowena Wise's songwriting
Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026

A changed perspective on the rules of love, mental health and estrangement makes the Melbourne-based singer-songwriter's new album especially gripping.

SA government says prior parklands works set precedent for MotoGP circuit
Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026

The city O-Bahn tunnel and new Women's and Children's Hospital have set precedents for major work in the Adelaide parklands, the state government has argued in a MotoGP circuit assessment.

Live: Roosters rack up six tries as Broncos implode in NRLW grand final
Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026

For the fourth time in nine NRLW seasons, the Roosters and Broncos meet on grand final day with three greats of the game hanging up their boots. Follow live.

Regional audiences to lose Network 10, as licensee warns of TV's future
Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026

After a three-month reprieve, WIN confirms Network 10 will go from Mount Gambier, the Riverland and Griffith.

Man who allegedly crashed into Newcastle Knights fans refused bail
Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026

The Sydney teenager who was allegedly behind the wheel of a car that crashed into and injured 10 Newcastle Knights fans has been refused bail.   

Treasurer downplays chance of cost-of-living relief amid surging debt
Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026

It seems unlikely households will get cost-of-living relief this year after Treasurer Jim Chalmers revealed the government is looking to "tighten" the budget as borrowing costs boom. 

AFP confirms investigation of flydubai co-pilot's Australian links
Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026

An Australian counterterrorism team is investigating Australian links to a flydubai pilot who allegedly attacked a colleague in the cockpit.

'Unnecessary and cruel': People with MS to lose home care
Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026

Marlene Robinson, who has multiple sclerosis, has been told MSWA will stop a home care program which provided support workers to help her with basic tasks like getting dressed. 

Police say ball bearings used to smash windows at government buildings
Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026

ACT Policing is calling for witnesses to come forward after ball bearings were used to damage windows at two government buildings on Thursday night.

A doctor said Tim was incapable of love. His mum knew otherwise
Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026

Judy Sharp left a doctor's office in tears after being told her three-year-old autistic son would be unfeeling and incapable of love, he's proved them wrong.

On duty just after 6pm, these paramedics' shift is about to go bad
Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026

Two years ago, Alice Springs paramedic Abbey Studley was brutally attacked on the job. Despite a brain injury, she's now back at work — and when the ABC tagged along with ambulance crews, the team recorded its 100th attack for the year.

Houthis target Saudi oil facility as hostilities escalate in Yemen
Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026

Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis say they targeted a Saudi Arabian oil company in retaliation for Saudi attacks on Yemen. 

Two helicopter rescues in Tasmania after separate bushwalker mishaps
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

Two separate rescues involving Tasmania's rescue helicopter prompts police to urge bushwalkers to carry communications devices when out and about.

'Forgotten' outback town faces scorching summer without a pool
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

The pool in the western NSW town of Walgett will remain closed this summer, with council finding it was unsafe and beyond repair.



News from the BBC World Service

Burnham scraps controversial plans to curb jury trials
Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026

The key policy idea announced by David Lammy when he was justice secretary will no longer go ahead.

Tories pledge to remove £100,000 childcare 'cliff edge'
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

Party leader Kemi Badenoch tells the BBC that she wants to see "people who work harder" not getting punished for doing so.

Cornell president says university 'must do better' after frat house rape allegations
Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026

Michael Kotlikoff described the allegations of a woman who says she was drugged and gang raped as "deeply disturbing".

Bellingham unlocks new level and potential to be 'one of the greatest'
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

Jude Bellingham's international future was being called into question a year ago, but now he is regarded as potentially one of England's "greatest of all time".

When parenting advice becomes too much
Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026

Many parents feel overwhelmed by the amount of parenting information available

Man shot dead as families gather for memorial in London
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

The 40-year-old died at the scene in west London from a gunshot wound, the Met Police said.

The Celebrity Traitors connections that might surprise you
Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026

Lots of the stars have worked together, some are good friends - and that can impact the show's dynamics.

What to know about Brazil's election pitting Lula against Flávio Bolsonaro
Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026

Polls suggest the election will be a closely run contest between the left-wing incumbent and his right-wing rival.

Why Canada is preparing for a (long shot) US invasion
Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026

Prime Minister Mark Carney has said the military is running scenarios in the unlikely case the US invades Canada.

Kemi Badenoch has cemented her image. Now she wants to put her party back on the big stage
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

The Conservative leader is expected to set out a return to core conservative principles at the party’s annual conference.

Flydubai co-pilot attacked captain with axe, UAE official says
Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026

The man accused of trying to take over the Israel-bound jet is named as Hamam al-Hammami by several media outlets.

The Papers: 'Another tax bombshell?' and 'Terror plot targets'
Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026

Several of today's papers feature Andy Burnham's latest plans as PM, including experts warning of a potential tax rise to help cover his social care plan.

'Anger in the streets': Tens of thousands protest in Spain over housing crisis
Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026

More than 50 protests took place on Saturday after the government failed to get emergency legislation through parliament.

Tennessee prison chief to resign after Christa Pike's failed execution
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

Pike's lawyers said the failure "goes far beyond any one person". Pike is in critical condition after surviving two lethal injections.

Autumn chill to arrive this week as temperatures set to drop
Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026

After highs of 28C in the final week of September, cooler air will arrive this week with temperatures falling closer to the seasonal norm.

Sinfield completes fundraising challenge of seven ultramarathons in a week
Posted on Saturday October 03, 2026

Sir Kevin Sinfield crosses the finish line at Old Trafford after seven ultramarathons in seven days.

Rare tornado whips through small Australian town
Posted on Sunday October 04, 2026

The twister was caught on camera in Ulladulla, New South Wales, damaging property and downing trees.

You need £17,000 for a first home - here's how to save it
Posted on Monday September 28, 2026

Here are four ways you can put money aside to save enough for a deposit on your first home.

New life for dog rescued from house with 83 others
Posted on Thursday October 01, 2026

Katy is one of the springer spaniels who has now been rehomed after RSPCA investigation.

Friends embark on 20-year board game battle
Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026

James Purcell and Andy Taeger are confident their friendship will survive the test.



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