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Trump's 300,000 tonne beef import plan cops backlash Posted on Monday August 24, 2026
Beef prices are on the rise in the United States, but President Donald Trump's plan to reduce them faces backlash from US cattle ranchers.
AI costs are rising for Australian businesses. Does it compute? Posted on Monday August 24, 2026
Businesses have effectively installed a new utility pipe into their operations, and are only now discovering what it costs to keep the tap running, against how little water is coming out.
Ex-radio host says Alan Jones had arm around man who alleges indecent assault Posted on Monday August 24, 2026
A former 2GB host and producer has told a court he did not see anything worrying at a lunch where a junior colleague accused Alan Jones of touching his crotch.
Elder 'distressed' over racist graffiti on beloved timber bridge Posted on Monday August 24, 2026
The vandalism of a historic timber bridge sparks outrage on the New South Wales Far South Coast.
Woman dead after car crashes into lunchtime diners in Melbourne Posted on Monday August 24, 2026
The woman was sitting outside the restaurant when the car hit the building during the lunchtime rush at Westfield Knox.
Let your oven do the hard work with four of our favourite roast recipes Posted on Monday August 24, 2026
From slow-roasted lamb shoulder to upside-down roast chicken and pork with perfect crackling, let your oven do the heavy lifting with these classic comfort meals.
Zak Butters informs Port Adelaide he will depart club Posted on Monday August 24, 2026
Star Port Adelaide midfielder Zak Butters says he has made the decision to return to Victoria, and has requested to leave the Power via free agency.
Business leaders urge governments to act as smelter power deadline looms Posted on Monday August 24, 2026
With just one week until Rio Tinto's deadline for a power deal for its Bell Bay Aluminium smelter, business and community leaders are calling on the state and federal governments to act to secure the smelter's future.
Melbourne's social cohesion 'fraying', antisemitism inquiry hears Posted on Monday August 24, 2026
There has been a "fraying" of social cohesion in Melbourne since the start of the war in Gaza, the city's lord mayor has told the antisemitism royal commission.
'Contaminated' unapproved peptides may be behind liver failure cases Posted on Monday August 24, 2026
Doctors are warning there could be a "contaminated batch" of counterfeit peptides causing hospitalisations in Victoria, after the seventh case of liver toxicity.
Court hears public at risk from bus driver for months before deadly crash Posted on Monday August 24, 2026
A court is told a bus company exposed the public to continual risks by employing a driver who later crashed, killing 10 people and injuring 25 others.
X-rays show skull of extinct thylacine in collector's auction find Posted on Monday August 24, 2026
An English taxidermist and collector was adamant he had snapped up a rare find — and now X-rays confirm he is the owner of a thylacine skull.Â
Albanese says WA's GST deal won't change while he is PM Posted on Monday August 24, 2026
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese reiterates there will be no change to Western Australia's GST arrangements after a report recommended scrapping the existing deal.Â
Five arrests as police raid CFMEU headquarters in Melbourne Posted on Monday August 24, 2026
Detectives executed warrants at the construction union headquarters and five other properties. The ABC understands some of the men in police custody are CFMEU organisers.
Ex-NBA player who says he identifies as woman ejected from WNBA game Posted on Monday August 24, 2026
A former NBA player who says he now identifies as a woman is ejected from a WNBA game after an explosive confrontation with players.
Two men arrested after man allegedly coward punched outside of Adelaide Oval Posted on Monday August 24, 2026
Two men have been arrested after another man was allegedly coward punched and knocked unconscious at the Adelaide Oval footbridge on Saturday night.
AFL boss says suspended Swans will not be invited to Brownlow ceremony Posted on Monday August 24, 2026
AFL boss Andrew Dillon speaks to the media about the Sydney Swans scandal, saying "the actions of a few don't define the actions of the entire industry".
Sediments reveal secrets from before Great Barrier Reef was underwater Posted on Monday August 24, 2026
Tens of thousands of years ago, the Great Barrier Reef was above water. Whether it was grassland, rainforest, or mangrove swamp is something researchers and Indigenous rangers are trying to uncover.
How has AI and tech changed your life? Australians share their stories Posted on Monday August 24, 2026
Your stories, experiences and questions about how technology and AI have changed your life.
Runner smashes half-marathon record, heads straight to the football Posted on Monday August 24, 2026
Yomif Kejelcha reclaims the men's half-marathon world record with a sizzling time of 56 minutes, 51 seconds in Buenos Aires.
News from the BBC World Service
Families of two police officers killed in crash say they were heroes Posted on Monday August 24, 2026 PC Matthew Blades and PC Tom Clough died after a car, whose five occupants were also killed, collided with their vehicle. How easy is it to find an NHS dentist? It depends where you live Posted on Monday August 24, 2026 Nearly 600 practices in England have withdrawn from NHS dentistry over the last 10 years, as the service heads towards a two-tier system. Nearly three million Teslas recalled in China over hidden door handles Posted on Monday August 24, 2026 Other brands affected by the recall include Chinese carmakers XPeng, Xiaomi and Geely. Divorce, smartphones and control - BBC sees how Taliban run Afghanistan Posted on Monday August 24, 2026 Five years after the Taliban’s return, the BBC follows senior figures as the group reshapes the country. Reform says it will prioritise British-born young workers for social housing Posted on Sunday August 23, 2026 Labour called the plan "unserious and unworkable" and accused Reform of pushing "gimmicks and division". Australian shark attack victim grateful for 'second chance at life' Posted on Monday August 24, 2026 Leah Stewart was mauled by a shark in June, suffering multiple bites to her arms and legs. Pubs and hotels could see business rates reformed after review Posted on Monday August 24, 2026 The review of how rates are calculated in England and Wales could lead to reform of the system. Ex-cricket captains urge 'proper medical care' for Imran Khan Posted on Monday August 24, 2026 The former skippers say it is "basic decency" for Pakistan to comply with a court-ordered medical assessment. Trump waves green flag to start IndyCar race through Washington streets Posted on Sunday August 23, 2026 The president took a ceremonial lap of the track before the race, which is the culmination of a summer of events to mark the country's 250th birthday. CrossCountry to run full train service after power outage causes major disruption Posted on Sunday August 23, 2026 CrossCountry says its "key priority" is now restoring as close to a normal service as possible. Viral 'Cat in the Hat' TikTok trend sparks fun fake videos but also real fear Posted on Sunday August 23, 2026 The social media posts have prompted police forces in Ireland and the UK to issue statements that the images are fake. Doctors said I was too young to have endometriosis at 13 - I had to take morphine to cope Posted on Monday August 24, 2026 Grace, 14, feels doctors were dismissive of her pain. She wants others to know the symptoms. Why students are being paid £2,000 to play computer games Posted on Monday August 24, 2026 Roehampton University offers students £2,000 a year to play esports alongside their studies. 'I didn't speak the Queen's English': Why people worry about their accents Posted on Monday August 24, 2026 A survey on attitudes towards accents suggests that so-called "accent bias" is still an issue in many workplaces. Rumours swirled after a Vietnamese teen was run over - then came a stunning admission Posted on Monday August 24, 2026 Confirmation of the circumstances around Do Ngoc Phuong Thuy's death have only spurred more questions. The Papers: 'Pain beyond words' and 'Graduates face worst job market' Posted on Monday August 24, 2026 Photographs of the two police officers killed in a crash on Saturday morning lead several front pages on Monday. Shein aims for almost $27bn valuation in stock market debut Posted on Monday August 24, 2026 The fast-fashion giant's shares are due to start trading in Hong Kong on 1 September. Rain to return this week with chance of thunderstorms and flooding Posted on Monday August 24, 2026 Some much-needed rainfall is forecast through the coming week and will be welcome for places that have seen exceptionally dry and hot weather for much of the summer. China probes use of formaldehyde to keep cabbages fresh Posted on Monday August 24, 2026 Using the carcinogen to preserve food is prohibited in China, the world's largest producer of cabbages. Robot boxing, football and sprinting at World Humanoid Games Posted on Sunday August 23, 2026 The second-edition of the five-day competition kicked off in Beijing, China, on Saturday.
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