News from the ABC Australia
Bears have killed 17 people in Japan this year. Locals are arming up Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026
When Araki Osamu first heard reports a bear had been seen in the streets of his home town, a 1-hour bullet train ride north of Tokyo, he dismissed it as "fake news".
Israeli court battle threatens to turn into constitutional crisis Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026
A Trumpian clash between the Netanyahu government and Israel's most senior court is rapidly building into a major constitutional crisis.
Two religions, one friendship group and a whole lot of kindness Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026
When a group of Jewish mates decided to support a newly arrived Muslim family, all of their lives would change. Together they have flipped expectations about religion and friendship.
Can Australia avoid the next round of the global energy crisis? Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026
As the conflict has dragged on, gas prices have soared and now threaten to up-end the economies of Europe and Asia.
Most Australian cities make it hard to build homes, but one is bucking the trend Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026
Four years on from a national pledge to unlock more housing, only one capital city allows townhouses or three-storey developments on most of its residential land.
Can't get no satisfaction? Our Spicks and Specks quiz might help Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026
That's right, it's time to stop, ________ and listen with this week's music quiz. Let's play!
The Invite welcomes you to one of the best films of 2026 Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026
Olivia Wilde's return to directing might take place almost entirely in a single room, but it unfolds all the relationship anxieties we prefer to keep hidden at home.Â
How WWI helped shape what you call this deli meat Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026
The words we use for a handful of classic Australian foods can tell a lot about where we come from.
Speedboat capsize off Vietnam's Phu Quoc island kills 15 tourists Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026
A tourist boat returning from an island trip in southern Vietnam has capsized, killing 15 Indian visitors, state media has reported.
Australian man dies in Bali while awaiting deportation Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026
An Australian man has died in a Bali immigration detention centre while awaiting deportation.
Iran's supreme leader pledges revenge for father's death Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026
Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei has said that avenging his father was "the demand of the nation" and "must certainly" take place.
NYT reporters subpoenaed over Air Force One security concerns stories Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026
The Trump administration has issued subpoenas to several New York Times journalists after its report this week on security concerns involving the new Air Force One, according to the paper.
Sister of missing Toowoomba mum urges community 'to keep looking' Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026
Faith Isaacs, the sister of missing Toowoomba mum Jana Armstrong, has thanked the community for their search efforts and encouraged them to keep looking.
Runner gored at Spain's San Fermin bull run festival Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026
A runner has been pierced in the face by a horn at the San Fermin bull run festival in Pamplona, in northern Spain.
Suspect in former UK MP's murder investigation released Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026
UK police say the man has been released from custody and is "no longer part of the investigation" into Ann Widdecombe's death.Â
Scottie Scheffler misses the cut for the first time in four years Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026
World number one men's golfer Scottie Scheffler has missed the cut at the Scottish Open, in the lead-up to the Open Championship.
France dominates Wallabies to post historic Test win Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026
Following a second-half blitz, France scores its fourth straight victory over the Wallabies, triumphing 42-26 in the Nations Championship Test in Brisbane.
Footballer Nathan Fitzgerald farewelled in emotional ceremony Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026
The stands were full at Epping Recreation Reserve as teammates, family and friends of footballer Nathan Fitzgerald gathered for a memorial, one week after his fatal accident.
How a $400K executive university job led to a corruption probe Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026
Plans to create a new executive position at a time when jobs were being slashed at the University of Wollongong caused deep divisions and sparked an inquiry by the state's corruption watchdog.
Police lock down lifted following gunshot reports Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026
Police declared a public emergency after shots were reportedly fired at a property in Emu Park, central Queensland.
News from the BBC World Service
Ann Widdecombe attacked nearly 24 hours before she was found dead, police believe Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026 A 26-year-old white British man arrested on suspicion of her murder has been released and is no longer part of the investigation. Village in shock as 'horrific' Ann Widdecombe murder case unfolds Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026 The residents of a tiny Devon village are left in shock after the death of Ann Widdecombe. Noskova holds off extraordinary Muchova fightback to win Wimbledon Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026 Czech youngster Linda Noskova recovers from missing five championship points to beat Karolina Muchova in an extraordinary Wimbledon final. TV presenter Dermot Murnaghan dies aged 68 Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026 The former BBC, ITV and Sky News journalist has died after revealing he had stage four prostate cancer. Reeves tells BBC: Burnham needs worked-through plan to govern from the start Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026 The Chancellor tells Laura Kuenssberg she will be handing over a stable economy to the incoming PM. Watch: 'We escaped Spanish wildfire, but our friends lost their lives' Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026 Hundreds of firefighters in Spain have been battling a deadly wildfire in the south of the country. Pubs can stay open for full Norway game - even if kick-off delayed Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026 The extended hours means fans can watch the entire game, even if the start is delayed. Which World Cup stars have roots near you? Try our postcode lookup Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026 Which World Cup stars have roots near you? Find out with our interactive lookup tool Hey Jude: Bellingham's return to England indispensability Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026 Before tonight's quarter-final against Norway, senior football correspondent Sami Mokbel charts Jude Bellingham's remarkable resurgence with England at the World Cup. South Africa World Cup midfielder Adams dies aged 25 Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026 South Africa and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jayden Adams dies at the age of 25, just weeks after featuring for his country at the World Cup. If you ask Americans, Norway's Erling Haaland is already a winner Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026 If the World Cup was a tournament for hearts and minds, the Norwegian striker would certainly win. Quarter‑final turns into endurance test as England meet heat‑hardened Norway Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026 Alongside high temperatures as England face Norway in Miami, there is a risk of thunderstorms, especially near the start of their World Cup quarter-final. Should Argentina take Messi off penalties? Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026 Lionel Messi keeps rewriting World Cup history, but after his latest miss from the spot, should Argentina hand penalty duties to someone else? Is it time to give record-breaker Pickford the credit he deserves? Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026 Is it time to finally give England keeper Jordan Pickford the credit he deserves as he enters the World Cup history books, asks chief football writer Phil McNulty. Artificial turf & coaching revolution - how Norway shaped golden generation Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026 Artificial turf, investment from gambling and a coaching revolution based on collaboration over egos help Norway build a golden generation of players. All the goals from England's 2026 World Cup campaign so far Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026 As England gear up to face Norway at the Miami Stadium for the World Cup quarter-finals, re-live all the goals that got Thomas Tuchel's side there. New species named after Cape Verde keeper Vozinha Posted on Friday July 10, 2026 A new species of sea slug has been named after Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha to mark his performance against Spain at the World Cup. Merino the unlikely hero again - as Spain wait for Lamine Yamal show Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026 Mikel Merino came off the bench to send Spain into the World Cup semi-finals - but Lamine Yamal is still waiting for his moment to truly shine. England's Guehi, Rice & James all train before Norway game Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026 Midfielder Declan Rice and defenders Marc Guehi and Reece James all train with England on the eve of Saturday's World Cup quarter-final against Norway. Football's best bromance: Why Bellingham and Haaland break the mould Posted on Friday July 10, 2026 The two players have won an army of admirers from social media clips and their honesty in interviews.
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