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News from the ABC Australia

Neptune's moon system is bizarre. JWST data helps explain why
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Neptune's strange moon and ring system has puzzled astronomers for decades, but data from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) might help explain how it formed.

Devices are growing more expensive. Will China's memory chips help?
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

China's leading memory chip maker CXMT is emerging as a potential alternative source of memory for a market under strain from the AI boom, observers say.

Liberal MP Andrew Hastie takes stand in WAtoday defamation trial
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

The federal MP appears in court in the trial against him and two former Fairfax journalists, launched by WA businessman Greg Poland.

Finger pointed at social media amid racism 'public health emergency'
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Indigenous leaders warn online racism is damaging young generations, calling on all social media users and publishers to take responsibility for hurtful comments.

FIFA's controversial bid to sell the World Cup to a Trump associate
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Gianni Infantino's plan to sell stakes in FIFA's events and competitions arm to investors would grant them control over the World Cup and has drawn condemnation from the organising confederations.

Dog euthanised after attacking child in Bunnings
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

A young girl is in hospital after being attacked by a dog inside a Bunnings in regional Victoria.

Renewable rollout prioritised speed over 'social licence', inquiry finds
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

The NSW inquiry into renewable energy zones has found the state government has "fallen short" of meaningful engagement with impacted communities.

Cult survivors fearful after inquiry accidentally shares email addresses
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Cult survivors say they have been left fearful after an "unacceptable privacy breach" where their identities were potentially shared with groups they have been hiding from.

A turbulent week in Victorian politics has Canberra on high alert
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

With a new premier installed in Victoria there are questions about what the state's electoral situation could mean federally, for all parties.

Ambulance destroyed by fire outside Tasmanian hospital
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

A fire that completely destroyed an ambulance parked outside the West Coast District Hospital in Tasmania has been deemed accidental, with no one injured.

Kumanjayi Little Baby murder case adjourned due to extensive evidence
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

The evidence against Jeffferson Lewis for the alleged murder of five-year-old Kumanjayi Little Baby outside Alice Springs is so extensive the case has had to be adjourned until December, a court has heard.

SA council issues 12pc rate hike amid questions over 'missing' $2.5m
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Peterborough District Council charges the highest rates in SA, but it is not sure how it will pay back millions of dollars that were "redirected" from a wastewater fund.

Final frontiers drive Hazlewood in twilight years
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Josh Hazlewood has more boxes to tick in a stellar career after returning to peak fitness following several injury impacted years.

Two Victorian ministers resign, including last from first Andrews cabinet
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Health Minister Harriet Shing and Energy Minister Lily D'Ambrosio have announced they will step down from cabinet.

'My body is your worst nightmare': Loving your body in the GLP-1 era
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Body acceptance in a era when social media is awash with before-and-after weight-loss content and aggressive marketing from companies selling GLP-1 drugs can be hard. But these experts have some tips.   

Brisbane's CityCat service will stop during peak hour Friday for industrial action
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Brisbane's ferry services will stop during peak travel hours on Friday as workers take part in protected action.

Youths allegedly punched, choked and threatened by police, report reveals
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Victoria's commissioner for children and young people is urging the state's new premier to tackle crime with a more preventative approach following a report looking into youth offenders. 

People across Ireland wake up at all hours to watch AFLW
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

These Irish families get up at all hours of the night to watch AFLW and host viewing parties with 30-plus people for big games.

Storm coach responds to Munster's PNG ultimatum
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy says he will support any decision Cameron Munster makes on his future in the NRL.

US strikes 'dozens of targets' in Iran as war threatens to engulf Middle East
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

America's military strikes "dozens" of Revolutionary Guard targets across Iran, as the spread of hostilities to Egypt, Iraq and Saudi Arabia threatens to plunge the rest of the Middle East into all-out conflict.



News from the BBC World Service

US launches 'heavy' strikes on Iran after attempted attack on American troops
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

After a short period of relative calm when hostilities were paused, both sides have now restarted missile attacks.

Cooler conditions on the way for parts of UK - but still no rain for drought-hit areas
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

After another day of record-breaking temperatures for some parts of England, a cold front is moving in.

How the UK's extreme heat is shifting the conversation about air-con
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Should we embrace air conditioning despite its costs and consequences, and how much should we spend on adapting homes versus cutting carbon?

Homes and caravan park evacuated due to major heath fire in Suffolk
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service says 17 crews are involved at the scene of the large blaze.

Two children among eight dead in Russian strikes on Ukraine, officials say
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Two girls, aged 5 and 12, were among the six killed in a village near the central Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih, while Kyiv and Poltava also saw fatalities.

Israel building new land barriers in Gaza and displacing families
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Experts have told the BBC that the earthworks suggest Israel is planning for a long-term internal border.

Zendaya says working with husband Tom Holland 'easy when you're best friends'
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

The couple walked the white carpet at the London premiere of their latest film, Spiderman: Brand New Day.

Singapore fines French teen $465 for viral straw-licking stunt
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

The 19-year-old was "truly sorry" for causing trouble, his lawyers said.

How serial killer James Desborough preyed on vulnerable homeless men
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Killer James Desborough cut up and burned his victims before dumping them in woodland near his home.

Uefa to hold emergency meeting over controversial Fifa World Cup plans
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

European football's governing body Uefa will hold a meeting of all 55 member associations on Thursday afternoon to discuss its response to Fifa's controversial World Cup plans.

Limiting sugar before age two linked to better brain health
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

Study suggests less sugar in early life is good for long-term brain health, but the evidence is not conclusive.

Interest rates expected to be held again by Bank of England
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

It would be the fifth hold in a row, with the Bank rate standing at 3.75% - the lowest since February 2023.

Beauty Pie founder on how she dropped out of university and built five businesses
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Marcia Kilgore, who also founded Soap & Glory and Fitflop, shares her top tips on how to create a successful business.

The Chinese robot army transforming the UK's retail industry
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Britain's weak productivity growth and labour shortages are creating an opportunity for China's robotics firms.

The Papers: 'Future looking droughtful' and 'Dinghy flotilla'
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Drought leaves UK parched and a "dinghy flotilla" crossing the English Channel lead Thursday's papers.

How to do neon festival make-up without harming your skin
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Neon is on trend, but some make-up products pose a serious risk to your health. Here's what to check for, and how to dazzle.

Saudi Arabia's dilemma as it tries to stay out of US-Iran war
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

The kingdom faces a choice of whether to keep hitting back as a deterrent or to try to de-escalate the situation.

He watched the 1966 World Cup final at Wembley aged 16 - no day since has matched it
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Kenneth Farrington shares his memories of the 1966 World Cup Final, 60 years on.

Your burger costs more this summer, but farmers say they're not cashing in
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

The prices of beef, bread buns and bagged salad have risen sharply over the past year, figures show.

Polling stations open for mayoral election
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Polling stations are open across Greater Manchester as voters elect the region's next mayor.



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