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Cold water poured on carp virus proposal as frustrations grow over delays Posted on Wednesday May 20, 2026
The Victorian Fisheries Authority wants to host a carp virus trial, but the federal government says it needs regulatory approval, which will delay research.Â
Live: ASX to fall as inflation worries lead to US government debt sell-off Posted on Wednesday May 20, 2026
The Australian share market is likely to fall in early trade after a US bond sell-off triggered further losses on Wall Street. Oil prices slipped after Donald Trump said he had been an hour away from ordering an attack on Iran before postponing it. Follow live.
Landscape in outback SA 'permanently changed' by recent earthquake Posted on Wednesday May 20, 2026
Cracks in the ground in outback Australia caused by a magnitude-5.5 earthquake could help researchers predict future seismic activity.Â
More ISIS-linked women and children set to return to Australia Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
Six Australian women, along with their children and grandchildren, look likely to leave a camp in Syria within days.
'Pure theft': Trump allies can seek payouts from $2.5b 'lawfare' fund Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
The US has set up a fund to compensate Americans deemed victims of "lawfare". Democrats say it is "pure theft of public funds" to pay the president's allies.
Man dead, four injured in south-west Sydney shooting Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
A man has died and four others have been seriously injured following a Canley Heights shooting, which is believed to be organised crime-related.
Southampton expelled from Premier League playoffs for spying on rivals Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
Southampton loses its chance to gain promotion to the Premier League after being caught spying on Middlesbrough and two other rivals.
Six decades on and this Victorian community is still seeking its new bridge Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
Businesses relying on heavy transport to move goods across the Victoria-NSW border near Swan Hill say they are growing frustrated at the continual delays in replacing a 130-year-old wooden bridge.
San Diego mosque shooters met online, shared 'hatred' Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
Authorities have revealed the teenagers who killed three people at a San Diego mosque met online and shared a "broad hatred" toward different religions and races.
Little-known weather phenomenon creates 'beautiful' sunsets up north Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
A "beautiful" optical illusion has been impacting sunsets in Australia's north, with a little-known weather phenomenon appearing to split golden hour into different coloured beams.
Live: Coalition to unveil campaign to win over small businesses after budget Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
Shadow Treasurer Tim Wilson will today formally unveil a new opposition campaign he says will "back" the small businesses of Australia. Follow live.
A mouse plague has broken out, here's what you need to know Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
Mice in their millions are eating grain crops, destroying food, and invading houses. Here's how it all started.
Former NT child protection staff speak out after Kumanjayi Little Baby case Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
In the three weeks since the alleged murder of five-year-old Kumanjayi Little Baby in Alice Springs, the NT's child protection system has come under intense scrutiny. Now, former child protection workers are speaking out about why they believe the system is broken.
Arsenal ends 22-year Premier League drought after Man City draw Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
Arsenal's long wait for a Premier League title comes to an end as title challengers Manchester City drop points at Bournemouth.
Death in custody highlights prison service delays, police union says Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
A man died while in the custody of Queensland's most crowded police watch house. The police union says the bottleneck is being caused by outdated prison service work practices.
The young women chasing 'pure adrenaline' in motorsport drifting Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
A former track photographer, Georgia Tillyer bought her car, lovingly-named Night Fury, and learnt how to drive manual to enter her first event at Sydney Motorsport Park.
UK police investigate sex abuse allegations linked to Epstein files Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
A British police force has said it is investigating two allegations of child sex abuse following information in documents relating to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Green shoots after rain give SA farmers hope after years of drought Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
Farmers in the Riverland and Mallee are cautiously optimistic as new growth emerges from the paddock following "meaningful rain".
Two dead after speeding car hits tree in Melbourne's south-east Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
Police say a car was travelling along the Princes Highway when the driver lost control and crashed into a tree about 1:20am.
The battle for Tasmania's north has been won, but locals aren't convinced Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026
They may not be scheduled to play their first AFL game until 2028, but the Tasmania Devils have claimed their first scalp — booting Hawthorn out of the state which has been its second home for more than two decades.
News from the BBC World Service
Surrey Police investigating child sex abuse allegations after Epstein files release Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026 The force said no arrests have been made in relation to the offences dating back to the 1980s and 1990s. Channel 4 contacted by police after Married at First Sight UK rape claims Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026 A BBC Panorama investigation revealed allegations that two women had been raped during filming. Twenty-two years in the making - how Arsenal celebrated title win Posted on Wednesday May 20, 2026 Arsenal have had to wait 22 years to celebrate a title win, and both the club's players and fans made sure to savour every second of it on Tuesday night. HS2 could cost up to £102.7bn and trains will be slower than first planned Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026 The new cost range and train speed are being announced as a "reset" of the delayed, over-budget and vastly scaled-back project is carried out. BBC confirms new Strictly Come Dancing hosts Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026 The trio replace Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman, who left the BBC dance competition last year. Southampton expelled from Championship play-offs for spying on Middlesbrough Posted on Wednesday May 20, 2026 Southampton have been thrown out of the play-offs after admitting they spied on three clubs during the Championship season. Key people smuggler arrested after BBC uncovered identity Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026 The 28-year-old's network is thought to have transported thousands of illegal migrants into the UK. Supermarkets urged to limit food prices by government Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026 Any price caps would be voluntary apply to key groceries such as eggs, bread, and milk, the BBC understands. Father-of-eight killed in San Diego mosque shooting hailed as hero Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026 Security guard Amin Abdullah, one of three killed in the attack, was described as "a shining light". NS&I to begin contacting victims of lost funds scandal Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026 Over 30,000 estates could not be accessed due to an error identifying all of a late customer's NS&I products. Disabled man 'rotting' on a hospital ward - despite being fit to go home Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026 Ravi Mehta says his care could be terminated if he self-discharged. His NHS care board says its decisions have not been driven by costs. Ebola outbreak may be spreading faster than first thought, WHO doctor warns Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026 Hundreds of cases are suspected in central Africa but experts fear the actual number may be much higher. Faisal Islam: Why a full HS2 line could still be built despite the latest fiasco Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026 The Transport Secretary has said the high-speed rail line will not be completed until 2039. Victim or enabler? Epstein girlfriend who could face questions despite plea deal Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026 Nadia Marcinko is relatively unknown but may soon be called before US legislators.
I survived a dangerous rip current by floating - here's what people should know to stay alive Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026 The RNLI is urging people to follow Euan Gray's example by floating until help comes. 'Ebola has tortured us': Fear grips eastern DR Congo as deadly virus spreads Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026 The health minister has acknowledged that medics are playing catch-up with the virus after being slow to detect it. What's happening to UK petrol and diesel prices? Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026 Motoring group RAC warns pump prices could keep rising if there is no resolution to the Iran war. Grant Shapps quits aerospace firm after watchdog probe Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026 The former defence secretary has resigned as chairman of Cambridge Aerospace "to simplify matters". Iranian journalist describes London stabbing by 'men working for Iran' Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026 Pouria Zeraati tells a court of a "violent" attack outside his Wimbledon home in late March 2024. Police seek charges for up to 57 people over Grenfell Tower disaster Posted on Tuesday May 19, 2026 The Met Police will submit files to the CPS including possible cases of corporate manslaughter.
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