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News from the ABC Australia

Trump slams bid to curb war powers, says Iran talks in 'final' phase
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

Donald Trump has condemned a House vote seeking to curb his war powers in Iran, as fresh fighting and diplomatic efforts unfold across the Middle East.

Man presumed dead survives week on Mount Everest without food or oxygen
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

A Sherpa guide, presumed dead after failing to descend from Mount Everest, was found crawling down to base camp a week after he went missing.

Wong says she believes activists who say they were sexually assaulted in Israeli custody
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

Foreign Minister Penny Wong has told a parliamentary hearing she believes the allegations of Australian activists, who say they were sexually assaulted while detained by Israeli forces.

ANU approved $250m cost-cutting plan without clear evidence, report finds
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

Australian National University's leadership approved a controversial $250 million cost-cutting program without a clear understanding of the problem it was trying to solve or the risks involved, a report has found.

Concerns raised over child safety report's adoption recommendations
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

Queensland's Commission of Inquiry into Child Safety report, released by the state government on Wednesday, found the availability of adoption should "not be limited by cultural background or ethnicity".

Bondi terror attack hero Ahmed Al Ahmed charged with assault
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

Mr Ahmed has been charged with domestic violence common assault after an incident in Bankstown in March.

Unlicensed chip factory lands WA's 'spud king' in hot water
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

Potato baron Tony Galati's business group has been fined $20,000 after it was found to have built an illegal Spuddies potato chip factory in WA's South West.

Dawson inspires injury-hit Crows to thrilling one-point win over Cats
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

Adelaide claims a one-point win over Geelong as captain Jordan Dawson stands up tall with three goals.

Ex-teacher jailed for sexually abusing children he was babysitting
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

Kurt David Charlton, a former WA teacher, is sentenced for sexual offences against nine victims, who were all aged under 13 at the time. 

Souths stung by 'sticky spray' ruling as Manly continue Foran resurgence
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

The Manly Sea Eagles have provisionally moved into the NRL top four with a 28-14 win over the South Sydney Rabbitohs at Brookvale Oval.

Australian arrested for alleged cannabis vape liquid in Indonesia
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

The woman reportedly told officers she used the cannabis liquid to treat knee pain and depression, but authorities say she faces up to 20 years in jail and a hefty fine.

RBA not concerned about stagflation or wage-price spiral
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

RBA governor Michele Bullock says she is not concerned about stagflation or a wage-price spiral

Court hears 'ISIS bride' mistreated a woman her family enslaved
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

Prosecutors have argued Zeinab Ahmad actively participated in the mistreatment of a woman her family enslaved in Syria.

Tantric workshops, couple swaps and toys: Intimacy pressures on MAFS exposed
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

Married At First Sight UK has become the centre of rape allegations. Now former MAFS Australia contestants and producers are speaking out about being coerced into intimacy.

Hot spot for Australian bull semen as China market re-opens
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

After a five year break, livestock farmers in China will use Australian genetics to produce premium beef for traditional dining and hot pot markets.

Brisbane electrician found not guilty of fatal punch outside country Queensland pub
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

A Supreme Court jury in Toowoomba has found Maua Lagaaia not guilty of the unlawful striking causing death of Dalby man Lincoln Hoad.

Ex-council CEO copied associate's signature for $500k role, inquiry told
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

Gail Connolly is being investigated along with others for allegedly tampering with City of Parramatta Council's hiring processes to benefit friends.

Senate estimates gets sweary, Albanese government under pressure
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

This week the Albanese government was under pressure on multiple fronts, Senate Estimates got a little sweary and Tony Abbott said he hadn't taken a "vow of silence". 

Full Circle launches professional musical theatre company in Adelaide
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

Musical theatre typically draws strong audiences in Adelaide where a troupe dedicated to the genre has just launched a professional company that will produce Catch Me If You Can in November.

TasTAFE plans to cut 118 full-time jobs by 2030, documents show
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

Documents show TasTAFE plans to cut 118 full-time equivalent positions, including 63 teaching roles by 2030, and course fees could go up by 7 per cent.



News from the BBC World Service

Starmer accuses Musk of trying to whip up division over Henry Nowak murder
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

X owner Musk has posted several times on the site criticising the police treatment of Henry Nowak.

Inquest to examine if police response contributed to Henry Nowak death
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

A full inquest into Henry Nowak's death is scheduled for September 2027 in Winchester.

Israel and Lebanon agree to implement ceasefire if Hezbollah stops attacks
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

The countries reject "any attempt, by any state or non-state actor, to hold Lebanon's future hostage", the US says.

Oscar-nominated Persepolis author Marjane Satrapi dies aged 56
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

The French-Iranian author and illustrator was known for her graphic novel series and Oscar-nominated film.

'Nothing left to chance' for Bayeux Tapestry's journey to London
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

The 950-year-old work will be as safe "as a baby" during its move to London, French officials say.

Harry and Meghan celebrate Lilibet's fifth birthday
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex share a picture of their daughter Lilibet, calling her "our dream girl".

Trump hits back at 'unpatriotic' vote after House rebukes him over Iran
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

The lower chamber of Congress passed a measure that seeks to halt further military action, in a vote seen as largely symbolic.

Exams watchdog warns of rise in high-tech cheating
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

Ofqual chief says invigilators are being trained to detect devices like smart glasses and hidden earpieces.

Bondi Beach shooting hero charged with domestic assault
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

Ahmed al Ahmed disarmed one of the alleged shooters during the deadly attack at a Jewish event.

Israeli strikes kill 11 people in Gaza City, medics say
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

Women and children were among those killed when Israeli aircraft struck at least four residential buildings in several areas.

Teenager given life sentence for knife murder while on bail for slashing
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

The 17-year-old will serve a minimum of 17 years for killing John McNab, 22, in an unprovoked attack in Leith last year.

Robodogs and helicopters: One Mexican city's approach to World Cup security
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

In the shadow of cartel violence, BBC’s Will Grant got a first-hand look at security plans in Monterrey.

What a hair loss breakthrough could mean for women like me
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

As scientists edge closer to new treatments for hair loss, Victoria Derbyshire examines what such breakthroughs could mean for women.

Why is government spending £1.3bn on Universal UK?
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

The government is committing many millions of pounds to the new theme park planned for Bedfordshire.

Our estate was labelled a war zone after the riot - but the reality is very different
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

People from Mayhill and Townhill say perceptions of their estate are very different to the reality.

'I lost thousands in savings': The home buyers hit by Lifetime ISA penalties
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

The number of people withdrawing money from a LISA is outpacing the number using one to buy a home. Why?

'My daughter didn't know her own name': Scooter crash in India left student with brain injuries
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

Dad Nic North said it was "absolutely idiotic" that his daughter Olivia wasn't wearing a helmet.

I left a children's home – and was embraced by love
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

How a new scheme for young people leaving care is tackling what was once a cliff-edge for this vulnerable group.

Trump says White House UFC structure may be permanent, comparing it to Eiffel Tower
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

President Donald Trump says he may choose to leave a purpose-built UFC arena standing at the White House because it is "attractive to a lot of people".

Missing Mandelson messages from minister Darren Jones revealed
Posted on Thursday June 04, 2026

Messages were expected to appear in the batch of Mandelson files, published earlier this week, but did not.



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