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Roblox to face external audits to prove it's safe for Australian children Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026
Australia's eSafety Commissioner will be able to take the gaming platform to court if it finds Roblox is not honouring its commitments to keep Australian children safe.
Sacked Ukraine defence minister calls for wartime presidential election Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026
The poll would represent the first leadership challenge to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy since Russia invaded in 2022, with the ousted defence minister claiming Ukraine faces a "crisis of governance".
Israeli military clears soldiers over Gaza strike that killed Zomi Frankcom Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026
The Israel Defense Forces has cleared its personnel of any criminal wrongdoing in the April 2024 strike on a World Central Kitchen convoy in Gaza, where Australian woman Zomi Frankcom was killed.
Opera for the Dead and ocean-inspired works shine at Art Music Awards Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026
The 2026 Art Music Awards has celebrated a culture of experimentation, collaboration and women composers in Australia. Here are all the winners.
Graffiti 'wrongly' labelled antisemitic in Sydney spree, judge finds Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026
A man who admitted to a string of vandalism offences in Sydney's east did not act as an "antisemitic bigot" but was a "vandal for hire", and is not at risk of committing a serious terrorism offence, according to the state's highest court.
Kyrgios provisionally suspended after positive cocaine test in Spain Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026
Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios has said he tested positive for cocaine on the Spanish island of Mallorca and has issued an apology.
Oil prices spike after ships in Strait of Hormuz hit by fresh strikes Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026
Three ships travelling through the contested Strait of Hormuz have been hit in recent days, according to British maritime officials, with casualties reported.
'We are deeply sorry': Swans players break silence over alleged incident Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026
Five Sydney Swans players stood down for the rest of the season over breaches of club standards issue an apology to their club, fans and the wider community.
Politicians slam 'cruel tool' used to determine at-home aged care funding Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026
Labor has resisted calls to change an aged care assessment tool at the centre of hundreds of complaints.
New Bunnings store rejected by WA Planning Commission Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026
Planning authorities decline a fiercely contested multimillion-dollar plan for Bunnings to build a new store 10km from its existing premises in Bunbury.
Claims blowout hits Tasmanian workers' compensation scheme Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026
The amount Tasmania's government has paid in workers' compensation has risen by more than $100 million in a decade, prompting a review of the scheme.
Feud escalates as artist puts warning on 'racist' statue Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026
An artwork exploring the legacy of a century-old statue of an African American boy on the main street of Maitland has sparked a feud between the local council and the artist.
Man who beat his partner to death found 'not criminally responsible' Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026
The family of a woman killed by her partner in western NSW has told a court about the devastating impact of her death before the judge delivered a special verdict.
Australian dies in Vietnam, DFAT confirms Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade confirms it is providing consular assistance to the family of an Australian who has died in Vietnam.
Governor-general 'shocked and troubled' by Sydney Swans allegation Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026
Governor General Sam Mostyn says she is "shocked and troubled" by a sexual assault allegation linked to Sydney Swans players, declaring it an important reminder of the need for "constant vigilance for respectful treatment of women everywhere".
Two men jailed over raping 14yo girl in back of van Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026
Two men who sexually penetrated a child in a van with a mattress in the back and seats removed will serve at least a year in jail.
Australia's northern bases may be a 'juicy target' but the US is showing interest Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026
Australia's northern borders are often highlighted as points of weakness but could the United States bolster our defences by making use of bare northern bases?
Man sentenced for murder of caring neighbour in Melbourne's outer-east Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026
The devastated family of a woman stabbed to death by her neighbour, days after she baked him cupcakes, is struggling to understand how a life so precious could be "valued so little".
Tassie growers spitting chips over Simplot spud contract Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026
It's crunch time for Tasmanian potato growers in a contract dispute with US French fry giant, Simplot.
Man faces court accused of defrauding over $200,000 intended for Indigenous community Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026
Traditional owners have told a court they never saw any of the money Larry Joe Woosup was accused of taking as part of a deal with a mining company.
News from the BBC World Service
Track defect found on approach to site of Lewes derailment, initial report says Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026 Initial findings from an RAIB investigation show an "irregularity" at the site near Lewes. Thunderstorm warnings issued for parts of UK with flash flooding expected Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026 Warnings for northern England, eastern Scotland and Northern Ireland will come into force later on Wednesday. Israel confirms soldiers fired at car in which Hind Rajab was killed and opens criminal investigation Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026 The five-year old Gaza girl initially survived the attack and pleaded for help but her body was recovered later with those of six of her relatives. Jump in energy bills drives UK inflation to highest rate for four months Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026 A 2.9% rise in inflation had been widely expected by economists, with Chancellor John Healey saying the Iran war “continues to impact prices here at home”. Ukrainian man arrested in Croatia over Nord Stream pipeline blasts Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026 The man is alleged to have been one of the scuba divers who planted explosives on the pipelines in 2022. Tennis player Nick Kyrgios suspended after testing positive for cocaine Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026 Nick Kyrgios is provisionally suspended from tennis after testing positive for cocaine. BBC presenter Emma Barnett reveals she 'had the hysterectomy I never wanted to have' Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026 The BBC Radio 4 Today programme presenter explained her recent absence on her return on Wednesday. PM unveils plan to get rough sleepers off streets for Christmas Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026 Rough sleepers in England will be offered housing, in a move likened to the “Everyone In” initiative during the pandemic. French civil servant drugged us to make us urinate on ourselves, say accusers Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026 More than 200 women accuse Christian Nègre of drugging them to make them urinate - two share their stories. OpenAI slows down training after its AI carried out hack Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026 The ChatGPT-maker said training will be slowed for two weeks while it puts the upgrades in place. Jury discharged in Palestine Action Elbit raid trial Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026 The jury at the Old Bailey is discharged after 37 hours of deliberations. 'I'm not sure who I am' - Bake Off winner in shock after bipolar diagnosis Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026 Georgina Grasso said she is taking some time to understand bipolar disorder after receiving her diagnosis. 'Words cannot describe losing our home in Stourbridge wildfire' Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026 Loxie and Robin Williams returned home on Thursday to find firefighters trying to save their home. 'Banned over a pair of £2 sandals': Why some sellers are complaining about Vinted Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026 Several thousands of Vinted users say they have been wrongly suspended or permanently banned from the preloved app. Inflation is heating up but don't expect another crisis Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026 Rising living costs could heap pressure on PM Andy Burnham though it depends what happens in the coming months. The US inmate convicted in 1950 who was spared execution eight times Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026 Francis Smith was one of a growing number of elderly people who are incarcerated. How will your club fare? Phil McNulty's Premier League predictions Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026 How will your club fare in the 2026-27 Premier League? BBC chief football writer Phil McNulty makes his annual predictions. Ovarian cancer and menopause at 19 mean I can't have kids, but it's changed me for the better Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026 Enlli Thompson's symptoms were dismissed until a scan revealed a cyst in her pelvis. 'Incredible': SpaceX rocket spotted off Christmas Island coast Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026 A SpaceX rocket that blasted off from Texas in July and crashed into the Indian Ocean hadn't been seen since - but now Christmas Island residents say they have spotted it being towed just off their coast. Monzo down as some users unable to make card payments or transfers Posted on Wednesday August 19, 2026 The digital bank said it was "rolling out a fix and moving quickly" to get the service working again
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