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News from the ABC Australia

Inquiry hears support for arming of security guards at Jewish events
Posted on Monday July 27, 2026

A royal commission on antisemitism has pressed a risk and security consultant on his belief that the private security sector should be armed when protecting open air events.

Sydney shark attack hero wins world paddleboarding championship
Posted on Monday July 27, 2026

A volunteer lifeguard who helped save a woman attacked by a shark at Coogee Beach in Sydney's east has won the world paddleboarding championship.

Settler firebombing and 'revenge' graffiti follow clash in West Bank
Posted on Monday July 27, 2026

More than 130 Palestinians have been detained in weekend raids across the occupied West Bank, according to Israel's military, following a deadly clash between settlers and Palestinians last week.

Breaking: Rachel Stephen-Smith elected ACT's new deputy chief minister
Posted on Monday July 27, 2026

Rachel Stephen-Smith takes over as ACT deputy chief minister from Yvette Berry, who resigned last week after the Integrity Commission made "serious corrupt conduct" findings against two senior public servants in her education portfolio. 

Man charged over alleged attack on Islamic celebration
Posted on Monday July 27, 2026

A 37-year-old man has been charged with allegedly assaulting people at an Islamic iftar dinner earlier this year.

ICAC told fugitive developer contacted ex-premier's brothers to seek influence
Posted on Monday July 27, 2026

The corruption watchdog has heard that fugitive developer Jean Nassif allegedly sought to use former NSW premier Dominic Perrottet's brothers to influence government decisions.

Live: Your questions answered as clock ticks down to nationwide alert test
Posted on Monday July 27, 2026

At 2pm AEST today, millions of phones will be part of the AusAlert emergency warning system trial. Experts tell you all you need to know. Follow live.

Chinese national arrested at airport after alleged $20,000 bribe
Posted on Monday July 27, 2026

A Chinese national has been extradited to Queensland over an alleged attempt to bribe a public official with a bag of tea containing $20,000 in cash.

Seven new suspected H5 bird flu cases detected in SA
Posted on Monday July 27, 2026

Federal Agriculture Minister Julie Collins says urgent testing is being conducted by the CSIRO.

Community 'shattered' after fire destroys Sikh temple
Posted on Monday July 27, 2026

The cause of the fire which destroyed the Gurudwara Dashmesh Darbar temple, north of Adelaide overnight, is being investigated.

Veterinary students denied paid training
Posted on Monday July 27, 2026

The government's expansion of paid university placement programs excludes veterinary students, even though many are required to complete a full year of compulsory practical training.

Quick hits: Wiggles star's daughter shines, netball 'cleaner' goes viral
Posted on Monday July 27, 2026

Two Aussie besties share a podium, and a very famous face wiggles his way into the stands. Here are the quick hits from day three of the Commonwealth Games. 

Deputy premier confirms he will run for Victorian Labor leadership
Posted on Monday July 27, 2026

A delegation of Labor ministers and MPs has met with Jacinta Allan to urge her to step down, but the Victorian premier has vowed to fight any leadership challenge.

'Weekend DIY' flat-pack homes misleading consumers
Posted on Monday July 27, 2026

Steve Harris was promised his flat-pack home could be a "build-in-a-weekend" job. It may end up costing him twice the sale price, with compliance costs added in.  

Mayo wins All-Ireland title, ending 75-year 'curse'
Posted on Monday July 27, 2026

A huge Gaelic football upset sees Mayo beat GAA giants Kerry in the All-Ireland football final and one of the stars of the team that ended a 75-year "curse" is headed to the AFL.

Scottish-blooded Anderson thrilled to win gold in Glasgow instead of Victoria
Posted on Monday July 27, 2026

Many Australians may be bemoaning the controversial and costly relocation of the Commonwealth Games from regional Victoria to Glasgow, but gold medallist Iona Anderson is not one of them. 

When a teacher suddenly left this remote community, residents wanted answers
Posted on Monday July 27, 2026

Underwater footage and a complaint alleging serious misconduct by a teacher triggered an investigation in one of Australia's most remote communities. Residents say they want more transparency and support. 

'At the gates': Wildfires edge toward wine city of Bordeaux
Posted on Monday July 27, 2026

Flames from wildfires burning in south-west France are creeping ever closer to Bordeaux, but the mayor says, for now, an evacuation is not on the cards.

AFL confirms State of Origin future with Victoria left out of 2027 game
Posted on Monday July 27, 2026

The AFL confirms the future of State of Origin, with Victoria to miss out on the next match in 2027.

Remote Indigenous community's only drug and alcohol rehab centre closes
Posted on Monday July 27, 2026

The only alcohol and drug rehabilitation centre in the remote Indigenous community of Woorabinda closes after the council terminated the not-for-profit provider's lease.



News from the BBC World Service

Macron calls crisis meeting as wildfires threaten Bordeaux and heatwave looms
Posted on Monday July 27, 2026

Blazes are about 15km from Bordeaux, but the city's mayor says there are no plans to evacuate.

Badenoch says PM must rule out tax rises to fund social care reform
Posted on Sunday July 26, 2026

In a letter to the PM, the Conservative leader offers to work with him on adult social care reform.

PM pledges continued support for Ukraine ahead of Zelensky visit
Posted on Sunday July 26, 2026

The Ukrainian president will be Andy Burnham's first international visitor since taking office.

Berlin Pride attack suspect shot and killed during police operation
Posted on Sunday July 26, 2026

Police say Abdul Ballout was shot and killed after he rushed at officers with a knife in a western borough of Berlin.

Girlguiding unveils first major uniform redesign since 1990
Posted on Monday July 27, 2026

Under the new rules, members will be able to wear a top from the new range with their own trousers.

Littler wins Matchplay and smashes Taylor record
Posted on Sunday July 26, 2026

Luke Littler sets a new record for the tournament average and final average in a World Matchplay as he defends his title in Blackpool by beating Gerwyn Price 18-9.

Israeli settlers set fire to mosques, cars and farm land in West Bank, Palestinians say
Posted on Sunday July 26, 2026

The latest attacks come two days after a clash between settlers and Palestinians near the village of Tal, which left four Palestinians and two Israelis dead.

UK's most parched regions miss chance for rain ahead of next heatwave
Posted on Monday July 27, 2026

Much of the UK continues to experience very dry conditions after a summer marked by low rainfall and recurring heatwaves.

Trump paused attacks on Iran to make space for talks, US ambassador says
Posted on Sunday July 26, 2026

Neither the US nor Iran have launched attacks in the last two nights, after almost two weeks of tit-for-tat strikes risked derailing talks to permanently end the war.

Four people including baby die after car crash
Posted on Sunday July 26, 2026

Four people, including a baby, died after a car crashed into trees in Derby. The driver was arrested.

Netanyahu accuses NYC Mayor Mamdani of 'fomenting hate' after arrest threat
Posted on Monday July 27, 2026

Mamdani walked back his threat last week, acknowledging he lacked the legal power to arrest Netanyahu on a warrant issued by the International Criminal Court.

Would you choose £50,000 over the chance of £1m?
Posted on Monday July 27, 2026

The vast majority of people - particularly women - answer a survey saying they'd take the certainty over chance.

UK papers: Youth benefits 'crack down' and Gatwick 'Fly and dry'
Posted on Monday July 27, 2026

Andy Burnham's latest policy plans dominate many of Monday's newspapers.

What we know so far about the Berlin Pride ramming attack
Posted on Sunday July 26, 2026

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz condemns the attack as "heinous" after a suspect drove a car into a crowd near the Tiergarten park.

Losing my leg has elevated my life, says world champion surfer
Posted on Sunday July 26, 2026

Llywelyn Williams says anything is possible with any kind of disability.

'South Asian programmes helped us settle into our new lives'
Posted on Monday July 27, 2026

Early South Asian programming included music and practical tips to settle into British life.

Shein swings to $99m loss as Trump tariffs hit sales
Posted on Monday July 27, 2026

The announcement comes as the fast fashion giant prepares for its stock market debut in Hong Kong.

'Antisemitism felt relentless' - Jewish students on life at UK universities
Posted on Sunday July 26, 2026

Some students said they are having to hide their Jewish identity, fearing physical and verbal abuse.

My entire family went on a boat trip that they never returned from
Posted on Sunday July 26, 2026

Peter Watts was just 14 when a pleasure boat disaster killed 15 people, including his entire family.

Pogacar wins fifth Tour as Van der Poel takes stage
Posted on Sunday July 26, 2026

Slovenian Tadej Pogacar wins the Tour de France for a record-equalling fifth time.



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