News from the ABC Australia
Need the world to wake up': AI 'Godfather's' stark warning after Trump's speech Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026
Donald Trump may not be keen on implementing AI guardrails but one of the 'Godfathers of AI' Yoshua Bengio is siding with nations who want to slow the acceleration of the technology.
Colosseum closed after worker dies in 10-metre fall Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026
A 22-year-old rope access worker dies while installing lights inside Rome's famed Colosseum.
Council general manager sacked with $272k payout after hat-draw mayor mix-up Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026
Clarence Valley councillors say a breakdown in the relationship with the general manager led to a "dysfunctional council".
'Yes dear': Mal and Marge's secret to 75 years Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026
Mal met Marge at the cinema in the late 1940s, and couldn't believe her cheek when she stole his seat and then his heart.
'Terrifies me': Victorian Premier makes One Nation admission Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026
Victorian Premier Ben Carroll tells 7.30 "One Nation terrifies me" but beneath the message analysts say it is a "fear campaign" to try and keep Labor voters.
Commonwealth to foot bill for maintenance, safety of abandoned WA oil platform Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026
The federal government is paying to keep an oil platform safe after its owners collapsed. The Cliff Head platform off the WA coast has raised fresh questions about the strength of Australia's offshore decommissioning laws.
Damning report finds no evidence $40m youth program reduces offending Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026
About two thirds of young people engaged in the Youth Crime Prevention Program offended within six months of starting it, a Victorian auditor-general's report has found.
Alleged $5m 'extortion attempt' labelled a 'lie' at NSW ICAC Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026
The NSW Independent Commission Against Corruption heard fugitive property developer Jean Nassif claimed he was being extorted by former Toplace contractor Navid Ardestani, who was pursuing him for money he believed he was owed.
Jail taking in Goulburn inmates won't get more staff, inquest told Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026
An inquest hears that about 100 inmates from Goulburn prison will be transferred to Junee jail, but staffing will remain the same.
Fans throng to Dockers HQ for last home training before grand final Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026
There was so much demand from fans to watch the Dockers train before the grand final, the team made it a ticketed event.
Missed birthdays and milestones: Gus Lamont's parents share heartbreak Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026
The grief-stricken parents of young boy Gus Lamont, who vanished almost a year ago, say they are "desperate for answers", urging anyone to come forward with information on what happened to their son.
Heeney 'extremely thankful' after addressing entire Swans club on return Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026
Isaac Heeney speaks publicly for the first time since he was banned by Sydney for breaching the club's standards after the Swans season came to an end.
Victorian education department fined $150k after student's fingers severed Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026
The Victorian Department of Education pleads guilty to breaching the Occupational Health and Safety Act after a serious accident in a jewellery class.
Unrest in remote Central Australian community prompts calls for curfew Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026
A remote Aboriginal corporation has temporarily suspended some services in the community of Arlparra following unrest that has prompted calls for a curfew and increased police presence.
Elders call for royal commission into Pilbara child protection crisis Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026
The national Aboriginal children's commissioner has arrived in Port Hedland after reports of children living unsupervised in the Pilbara town sparked a political firestorm.Â
Canberrans told to direct anger at Trump over nation's most costly fuel Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026
An inquiry into the capital's high fuel prices will examine why ACT motorists pay more for fuel than people just over the border in New South Wales.
SA greyhound racing allowed to continue, with independent watchdog Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026
The state government will allow greyhound racing to continue — but with an integrity oversight body — after the industry was given two years to improve its standards.
'We've done nothing wrong': Firearms shop's gun laws plea after $800k loss Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026
Family-run firearms businesses say they are copping the brunt of the Minns government's post-Bondi gun laws, with some forced to sell their homes and dip into their retirement nest eggs.
Snowtown murderer moves to pre-release centre after being granted parole Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026
One of the Snowtown serial killers James Vlassakis is today being transferred to Adelaide Pre-release Centre, marking the first step towards his release into the community.
Australian rock legend Angry Anderson dies, aged 79 Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026
The ARIA Hall of Fame inductee spent 50 years in the music industry and also became a television presenter and youth advocate.
News from the BBC World Service
UK to review Chagos Islands deal over lack of US support, Streeting tells BBC Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026 Defence Secretary Wes Streeting has confirmed the review after Donald Trump told Andy Burnham the deal was "terrible". UK to step up fight against Russian disinformation and push global AI standards, PM says Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026 The UK could act as "an honest broker" on AI and other global challenges, the prime minister tells world leaders at the UN. Chris Mason: From inside the room, how Burnham survived first Trump meeting Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026 Burnham seemed nervous at first, knowing how explosive these encounters with Trump can be, writes BBC political editor Chris Mason. Open wounds and eyes that can't close - women warn about cheap bleph eyelid surgery Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026 A concerning number of patients are reporting problems from treatment abroad, say doctors. 'My eyelids became infected - I was scared to sleep' Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026 Three women describe what happened when they travelled abroad for cheap "bleph" eyelid surgery. UK economy will grow by less than expected next year, OECD says Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026 Higher energy prices due to the conflict in the Middle East and climate change could hit growth. Nigella Lawson is 'icing on the cake', TV critics say as she enters Bake Off tent Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026 The TV chef joined Paul Hollywood in the tent as the Channel 4 competition returned for a new series. Drug deaths in Scotland rise 11% as country struggles with worst rate in Europe Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026 The figure rose by 11% last year, bringing the total deaths in a decade to more than 11,000. Migrants taken to Dover after more than 30 hours at sea Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026 Protesters gathered in Gosport after initial reports the small boat would be brought further west. Man who sold toxic chemicals should rot in hell, says mother of woman who killed herself Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026 Louise Nunn's daughter bought a substance from Canadian Kenneth Law, who was selling toxic chemicals online. Trump administration accuses banned media outlets of 'falsehoods' ahead of court hearing Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026 The US Justice Department's response to a lawsuit filed by CNN, Politico and MS NOW also cites national security. Children as young as 13 are getting ketamine bladder damage Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026 Doctors running a dedicated NHS clinic for children with ketamine bladder say they are seeing patients as young as 13. Europe's car makers are in crisis. Will the threat of war rescue them? Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026 Auto executives across Europe hope rearmament can help them flex their industrial muscles once more. Huge data centres rise at 'China speed' to power its AI ambitions Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026 The BBC visits Inner Mongolia, where Beijing's AI infrastructure is progressing at "China speed", says one worker. 'I don't have a buoyancy aid': Living without the Bank of Mum and Dad Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026 Three 20-somethings tell BBC News how they are navigating life without parental support. Fresh bedsheets and dusk walks: Expert tips for sleep-deprived freshers Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026 Why it's a good idea to get out for an evening stroll, and other essential sleep advice for students. Reports of violence against women in Gaza surge, UN agency finds Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026 The UN Population Fund also says there has been a "severe escalation" in the number of early and forced marriages. Prince and Princess of Wales share a laugh with Tom Cruise at film premiere Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026 William and Catherine renew their friendship with the Hollywood star at the premiere for his film Digger. Trump meets US-backed Venezuelan president for first time since Maduro seized Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026 Rodriguez was handpicked by Trump as leader of Venezuela was arrested and taken to the US Farmers' fury as race for £233m funding compared to 'scramble for Oasis tickets' Posted on Wednesday September 23, 2026 Farmers fear they may not be able to carry out environmental work because they lost out on funding.
Warnings :: No Current Warnings
|