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News from the ABC Australia

One Nation's strategy raises stakes for major parties
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

While she's made no secret of her desire to eventually unseat Anthony Albanese, the One Nation leader's immediate electoral strategy is to gain ground at upcoming state elections.

What we know about the four shark attacks on NSW coast
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Four shark attacks have been documented within 48 hours at beaches across New South Wales, lifting the anxieties of swimmers and surfers who are considering a dip in the ocean.

Brooklyn Beckham has cut ties with his famous parents. What can we learn from it?
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Celebrity family rifts are not new. Experts weigh in on how they can spark negative feelings about our own family dynamics.

UN could investigate 'crimes against humanity' as Iran's death toll rises
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

An independent fact-finding mission should investigate potential crimes against humanity committed by the Islamic Republic of Iran, according a UN-appointed representative.

Council rejects push for $250k for Writers' Week replacement
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Adelaide City Council commits to supporting, but not funding, a replacement event to fill the void left by Writers' Week, as the lord mayor describes the proposal as "not much more" than a "thought bubble".

Parole Board seeks judicial review of decision blocking Snowtown killer's release
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

South Australia's Parole Board has confirmed it will lodge an application for a judicial review of the decision to keep the youngest of the Snowtown killers James Vlassakis behind bars.

Gilmour Space receives funding boost for homegrown rockets
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

The company hailed the launch of its first Australian designed and manufactured rocket a success, despite it being airborne for just 14 seconds.

French media releases new footage of thieves in Louvre heist
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

The security footage shows the thieves smashing the glass on the display cases where the jewellery was kept.

Man charged with murder one year after 'random' bushland attack
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Police have charged a 29-year-old man after the alleged murder of a 60-year-old man, who was found with serious head injuries on a fire trail in Nowra in December 2024.

Families of Wieambilla officers call for gun reform as Qld rejects national scheme
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Judy McCrow says the families "fully support" the federal government's proposed gun buyback scheme and are calling on political parties to stop "bickering".

Aspiring paramedic Sienna completes HSC a year after brain cancer diagnosis
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Just over a year ago Sienna was shocked to discover she had a rare brain cancer. She's taking a new drug to slow its growth, but it's come at great cost.

Homicide Squad called after man's death in Maffra
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

The homicide squad has been called to investigate the death of a 63-year-old man in the Gippsland town of Maffra.  

What is Trump's Board of Peace and why could it be a threat to the UN?
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Donald Trump appears to be trying to build his own international peacekeeping body, which he calls the "Board of Peace". Here's why experts think it might attempt to rival the UN. 

Police say 'dingoes had physically been in contact' with dead woman
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

The woman was found surrounded by dingoes after going for an early-morning swim. 

ABC appoints Isabella Higgins as new host of AM program
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

The former Europe correspondent succeeds Sabra Lane, who has announced she will step down after nine years of presenting.

Hate laws to pass after Labor and Liberal deal
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

The Liberal Party has struck an agreement with Labor to tighten the scope of a bill to ban hate groups, but the position of the Nationals is unclear.

Emergency services under pressure as suspicious fires triple in WA's South West
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

A growing number of suspicious fires left police and firefighters under significant pressure over the Christmas period.

Man taken to hospital after crocodile attack in north Qld
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

It is understood the man in his 20s suffered puncture wounds to his lower back, upper legs and hand.

Six charged after alleged NYE hooning and social media posts
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Police allege several vehicles blocked northbound lanes of Brisbane's Gateway Motorway at Murarrie before a group performed burnouts and let off fireworks just before midnight.   

Two die as car and train collide at level crossing west of Geelong
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

The crash between the car and a freight train happened at a level crossing near the small town of Cressy at about 10am on Tuesday.



News from the BBC World Service

Trump says he will '100%' carry out Greenland tariffs threat, as EU vows to protect its interests
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Kaja Kallas, the EU's foreign policy chief, said the bloc has "no interest to pick a fight, but we will hold our ground".

Confronted over Greenland, Europe is ditching its softly-softly approach to Trump
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Transatlantic relations aren't broken, though they are damaged. And if Europeans want to try to cut through with Trump, they'll have to stick together, writes Europe Editor Katya Adler

I do not want to reconcile with my family, says Brooklyn Peltz Beckham
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Speculation has been circulating in the press for months over a rift in the Beckham family.

The hospitals where waiting times are getting worse. Is yours one of them?
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Nearly a quarter of hospital trusts in England have seen waiting times deteriorate in the past year.

UK to consult on social media ban for under 16s
Posted on Monday January 19, 2026

The government said it expected schools to be "phone-free by default" as a result of the announcement.

Hidden cameras reveal what hedgehogs really get up to after dark
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Hedgehogs are surprisingly common in UK gardens, with food a powerful attraction, say scientists.

In pictures: Valentino's life and work - and the stars who shared his journey
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

His creations have featured at countless red carpets and award ceremonies around the world.

Water companies to face regular MOT-style checks in industry shake-up
Posted on Monday January 19, 2026

The government says the industry will have nowhere to hide, but campaigners say the reforms do not go far enough.

Australia parliament votes on tighter gun controls after Bondi shooting
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Parliament is also debating hate speech reforms after last month's deadly attack on a Jewish festival.

Spanish PM vows to find cause of deadly high-speed train crash
Posted on Monday January 19, 2026

Pedro Sanchez announces three days of mourning after at least 40 people died in Sunday's collision in southern Spain.

Surfer injured in fourth shark attack in Australian state in 48 hours
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Authorities are warning people to stay out of the Australian state's waterways after recent rainfall.

Harry says he was made 'paranoid' by Daily Mail publisher's 'unlawful' actions
Posted on Monday January 19, 2026

The prince is one of seven high-profile claimants that allege the publisher of the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday committed "grave breaches of privacy".

Greenland 'will stay Greenland', former Trump adviser declares
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Donald Trump's former chief economic adviser said the US president's actions are a negotiating tactic.

Steve Rosenberg: Russia gloats over Greenland tensions
Posted on Monday January 19, 2026

The BBC's Russia editor Steve Rosenberg analyses why pro-Russian government papers are full of praise for Donald Trump's desire to buy Greenland.

How could Europe respond to tariffs threat?
Posted on Monday January 19, 2026

Europe is weighing up how to counter the US president's move against some of America's closest allies.

Chris Mason: Starmer sticks to his strategy and picks his words carefully
Posted on Monday January 19, 2026

The prime minister is seeking to downplay how he intends to react to Trump's threat of tariffs.

'Anger is healthy': Why women are smashing stuff up for fun
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Why a reportedly growing number of women are paying to smash up old TVs and furniture in rage rooms.

Chris Pratt on new film Mercy: I asked to be locked into an executioner's chair
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

The Marvel star plays a detective with 90 minutes to prove to an AI judge he did not murder his wife.

Ros Atkins on...President Trump's year in numbers
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Executive orders, pardons, trips and Truth Social posts - the BBC’s Analysis Editor breaks down Donald Trump’s first year back in office, in numbers.

'Just bad luck': The teenage cousins living with inoperable brain tumours
Posted on Monday January 19, 2026

Lachlan Lindsay and Hazel Dempster were both diagnosed with brain tumours as children.



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