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News from the ABC Australia

'No hanging today' in Iran, as US holds back from military action
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

The White House says it will hold off on military action in Iran after the regime halted executions, but "all options remain on the table" if the killing of protesters continues.

WA farmers grapple with radar outage during wet season
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

A Kimberley pastoralist says the radar will be of little use by the time it comes back online at the end of the wet season.

Tszyu and Zerafa separated by security in fiery weigh-in clash
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

There is no love lost between Nikita Tszyu and Michael Zerafa as they meet for one final time before their much-anticipated fight in Brisbane.

Inside the push to shade 1.3 million feedlot animals
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

Once seen as barren landscapes, feedlots across Australia have been reshaping their image. With industry encouraging its operators to install shade, uptake has been widespread.

$3bn wastewater overhaul after debris balls on Sydney beaches
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

The NSW Environment Protection Authority identified the Malabar wastewater treatment system as the origin of the debris balls plaguing beaches in Sydney.

Venezuelan opposition leader presents her Nobel Peace Prize to Trump
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

Maria Corina Machado says she presented Donald Trump with her Nobel Peace Prize medal during a meeting in Washington earlier today but did not say whether he accepted it.

Winemakers face long road to recovery after fire destroys vineyards
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

Two wineries in the Strathbogie Ranges have lost a combined 150 hectares of vines, 3,000 sheep and three homes in the Victorian fires. 

'A carpet of red' as millions of baby crabs storm Christmas Island's beaches
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

Wildlife officials on one of Australia's most remote territories are welcoming the final chapter of its famous red crab migration, the return to shore of millions of baby crabs.

Suburban Perth mayor wins $250,000 in defamation battle with ratepayer
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

City of Canning Mayor Patrick Hall is awarded a quarter of a million dollars in a lengthy defamation fight with one of his own constituents over a series of social media posts.

Sue thought she had gastro and died a week later. Her family wants answers
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

Struggling to find answers about what happened in the week leading up to her death in hospital, Sue Smith's loved ones say they want hospitals to put more resources into investigating these types of incidents.

Teary Hunter says Aus Open berth 'meant the world' after injury heartache
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

Storm Hunter books her spot in the main draw of the Australian Open — something that was inconceivable last year as she battled injuries that left her in tears mid-match.

White House shrugs off presence of European troops in Greenland
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

As European countries send small numbers of troops to Greenland, the White House says their presence will not affect US President Donald Trump's ambitions for the island.

Live: Aussie dollar nudges 67 US cents, Wall Street up on 'massive' AI chips deal
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

The Australian dollar jumps again on potentially more dovish policy from the US Federal Reserve, while Taiwan and the US have struck a major semiconductor deal. Follow the day's events and insights as they happen with our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. 

NT's last private obstetrician walks away as maternity services face collapse 
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

A growing number of women in the Northern Territory are travelling interstate to give birth — or leaving the territory altogether — following the sudden closure of the only private hospital maternity ward. Now, the NT's last private obstetrician is closing her practice. 

Hamnet squeezes every tear out of the tragedy of Shakespeare's son
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

Chloé Zhao's retelling of the life of William Shakespeare is on the fast track to the Academy Awards, but at times feels like Oscar-bait.

Ex-member says Shincheonji 'cult' spreading across the country
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

Documents leaked to the ABC reveal an "apocalyptic Christian cult" is targeting Ballarat, Bendigo, Geelong and Darwin.

Kiwi star's maiden BBL ton sends Scorchers into finals
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

Finn Allen saves his best ever BBL innings for when it matters most as the Perth Scorchers out-duel the Melbourne Renegades.

Safety investigation proposes banning waterski racing on rivers
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

A report into the safety of ski racing on rivers is proposing to ban river racing events and limit speeds following multiple fatalities in recent years. 

Vendor, rower flag concerns with Sydney Fish Market design and transport
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

Six years behind schedule and more than $600 million over budget, the Sydney Fish Market will open its doors, but traders and visitors are being warned to prepare for teething issues.

'She was slapped': Inappropriate childcare educator discipline exposed
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

Documents detailing five years' worth of childcare breaches in the ACT reveal cases of educators slapping children, forcibly shaking them, throwing them, and possessing child exploitation material.



News from the BBC World Service

Jenrick defects to Reform UK after being sacked by Tories
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

The former minister says the Conservatives "broke Britain", as Nigel Farage welcomes him to his party.

Venezuelan Nobel Peace Prize winner presents her medal to Trump
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado said she "presented" her Nobel medal to Trump, but did not say whether he accepted it.

Iran authorities demanding large sums for return of protesters' bodies, BBC told
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

Multiple sources have told BBC Persian that security forces will not release bodies unless relatives hand over money.

Swiss bar employee who reportedly held sparkler unaware of dangers, family says
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

Cyane Panine, 24, died in the Crans Montana fire that is believed to have started when sparklers attached to champagne bottles set foam on the ceiling alight.

Serial rail fare evader faces jail over 112 unpaid tickets
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

Charles Brohiri pleaded guilty to travelling without buying a ticket a total of 112 times.

Troops and vessels from European Nato allies arrive in Greenland
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

The limited deployment involves Germany, France, Sweden, Norway, Finland, the Netherlands and the UK.

Edinburgh & Leeds to host Tour de France starts in 2027
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

Edinburgh and Leeds will host the opening stages of the men's and women's Tour de France in 2027, with the UK Government saying it will be "the most accessible major sporting spectacle ever held in Britain".

US forces seize a sixth Venezuela-linked oil tanker in Caribbean Sea
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

The tanker, Veronica, was seized in a predawn operation "without incident", the US military's Southern Command says.

Letby trust pays £1.4m damages to ex CEO over unfair dismissal
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

Dr Susan Gilby told the BBC she was relieved the case was over and that it "was never about the money."

Princess of Wales hosts World Cup winners England
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

The Princess of Wales hosts England's women's rugby team at Windsor Castle to celebrate their World Cup success in September.

Health and safety rules 'don't really apply' to Michelin restaurants, says food critic
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

The restaurant critic says inspectors should "modernise" after Ynyshir recieved a one-out-of-five hygiene rating.

Matthew McConaughey trademarks iconic phrase to stop AI misuse
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

The Oscar-winning actor has trademarked several phrases, including "Alright, alright, alright" from the cult classic film, Dazed and Confused.

What happens in space during a medical emergency?
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

BBC science correspondent Pallab Ghosh explains what happens if an astronaut gets ill in space.

Trump aims to keep everyone guessing over Iran action
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

There were growing signs that US military action on Iran might be imminent, then the US president suddenly changed his tune.

Nato Arctic defence needed against Russia, says Cooper
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

The foreign secretary called on allies to "double down" and unite around the shared threat of Russian aggression.

Robert Jenrick: Teenage Tory to Reform recruit
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

The ex-minister has joined Nigel Farage's party after his dramatic sacking from the shadow cabinet.

World Sports Photography Awards 2026 winner revealed
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

BBC Sport and the World Sport Photography Awards present a selection of the world's finest sporting images from this year's competition.

Harry Styles announces fourth album - with intriguing title
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

The pop star's long-awaited comeback is confirmed, after a viral campaign spread around the world.

Rift at top of the Taliban: BBC reveals clash of wills behind Afghan internet shutdown
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

The Taliban leader once warned of a split: A BBC investigation reveals how attitudes to women, the internet and religion are dividing the group at the very top.

Starmer does not rule out backing social media ban for under-16s
Posted on Thursday January 15, 2026

Many Labour MPs and officials privately expect the government to follow the Australia's example and implement a ban.



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