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Trump tells Starmer to avoid 'wokeism' in Chagos Islands agreement Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026
The US president has told the UK it is making a "big mistake" in its decision to transfer sovereignty of the islands to Mauritius.
Rescue operation underway after multiple boats capsize during Hobart race Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026
A gust of wind causes a number of boats to capsize in the River Derwent during a race.
Migraine is more than just a headache. A neurologist explains the four stages Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026
Knowing the four distinct phases of a migraine can help you recognise the symptoms and manage pain at each stage.Â
After a rare Supreme Court loss for Trump, here's his record with the bench Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026
Donald Trump was furious when the US Supreme Court ruled that his use of tariffs was illegal. Here's how earlier cases in that jurisdiction have fared.
Quilts 'made with love' bring comfort to end-of-life patients Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026
Over a decade, more than 2,000 quilts have been made for palliative care patients in Taree. The powerful gesture brings dignity and comfort, and a tangible memory for families.
First Nations leaders call for federal treaty to follow Victoria's lead Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026
First Nations leaders, Elders and advocates are urging the federal government to commit to a national treaty and truth-telling process, labelling some states as "hostile" to the notion.
Super seamstress puts artistic spin on garlic mushrooms Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026
Meet the country artist putting a slightly unexpected spin on garlic mushrooms.
How Bad Bunny builds community from San Juan to Sydney Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026
This weekend Bad Bunny offers Australia a lesson in community, identity and how to belong without diluting your true self.
Camplin-Warner calls for funding increase after most successful Games Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026
Australia's chef de mission Alisa Camplin-Warner says the successful team deserve more funding for future Games.
As congregations shrink, old rural churches are being given new life Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026
A small timber church built in 1917 is at the centre of a growing trend reshaping the future of regional sacred spaces.
Minister reveals process has started to ban Hizb ut-Tahrir under new hate laws Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026
Tony Burke has also provided an update on the cohort of 34 Australians seeking to leave a Syrian refugee camp.
Eating disorder clinic to open south of Perth, but missing link remains Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026
As an eating disorder clinic prepares to open its doors near Mandurah south of Perth, a residential eating disorder clinic is still in the planning stages despite being on the cards for years.Â
Child psychiatrist touched boys during so-called 'puberty checks', court hears Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026
A former child psychiatrist who changed his name after being convicted of child exploitation touched young neurodivergent boys indecently at his practice, a Perth court hears. WARNING: This story contains details that may distress some readers.Â
British nuclear-powered attack submarine arrives in Perth for training exercises Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026
The two countries are expected to conduct AUKUS pillar 2 tests while HMS Anson is within Australian waters.
Taking the rhyme and reason of rap behind bars to help young offenders Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026
The musical genre is helping young offenders at a juvenile detention centre in southern NSW find their voices.Â
Bare minimum nutrition for lunch boxes Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026
This is the bare minimum you should aim for to cover the nutritional basics for your children's school lunches.
Australian dual citizens scramble as UK border crackdown set to begin Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026
There's been a last-minute scramble for some Australians with dual British or Irish citizenship, as new UK border rules come into force within days.
Heritage courthouses find new use in regional towns Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026
Two regional towns in WA's Wheatbelt have breathed new life into their heritage courthouses, with unlikely tenants inside.Â
Rosebery mine seeks federal approval for alternative tailings dam site Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026
Global mining company MMG has long been seeking to build a third tailings storage dam at its mine on the Tasmanian west coast, in the face of strong opposition from environmentalists. It's now put forward an alternative which conservationists say they won't fight.
Bodies of nine skiers recovered days after California avalanche Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026
The bodies of nine back-country skiers killed in a California avalanche four days earlier are recovered, following a harrowing operation hindered by intense snowfall.Â
News from the BBC World Service
Trump says he will increase his new global tariffs to 15% Posted on Saturday February 21, 2026 After most of his tariffs were outlawed on Friday, Trump announced new global tariffs of 10% - which he says he has now increased to 15%. Iran students stage first large anti-government protests since deadly crackdown Posted on Saturday February 21, 2026 The student protesters honoured thousands of those killed when nationwide mass protests were put down last month. GB curlers denied Olympic gold at death yet again Posted on Saturday February 21, 2026 Bruce Mouat's rink are unable to end a 102-year wait for a men's Winter Olympic curling gold - and vanquish their own disappointment from 2022 - as Canada deny Team GB a fourth gold medal of this year's Games. UK should send non-combat troops to Ukraine now, former PM Johnson tells BBC Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026 Troops should be deployed to peaceful parts of the country in non-fighting roles, he said. MPs to discuss inquiry into trade envoy role after Andrew arrest Posted on Saturday February 21, 2026 A cross-party committee will also look into the appointment and accountability of UK trade envoys. All you need to know ahead of the Bafta Film Awards 2026 Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026 The biggest night in the British film calendar is upon us - find out who's nominated and how to watch. 13,000 calls in three months: How one city is keeping ahead of measles Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026 Nurses and doctors are trying to understand and assuage the concerns some patients have over vaccines. Team GB settle for silver as Canada triumph in men's curling final Posted on Saturday February 21, 2026 In a repeat of the 2014 Winter Olympics final, Canada defeat Team GB in the men's curling gold medal match as Bruce Mouat's men are beaten 9-6. Team GB face uphill task for four-man bobsleigh medal Posted on Saturday February 21, 2026 Team GB face an uphill task to win an Olympic medal in the four-man bobsleigh event as they sit seventh at the halfway point in Cortina. Six races, six golds - Klaebo's historic Olympics Posted on Saturday February 21, 2026 Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo, Norway's king of cross-country skiing, breaks the record for the most gold medals won at a single Winter Olympics with his sixth of the Games. Atkin can make it five medals for GB in Italy - Sunday's guide Posted on Saturday February 21, 2026 What's happening and who to look out for at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina. I didn't know I was experiencing burnout until it was too late Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026 Studies show burnout in young people is rising and there are a number of reasons why. The Papers: Andrew 'inquiry' calls and hiding from 'Putin's killer drones' Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026 Calls to probe Andrew's links to Epstein and the fourth anniversary of the Ukraine war leads Sunday's papers. Scotland's mad for Oasis, Newcastle loves Sam Fender: Music tastes where you live revealed Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026 Spotify and YouTube's streaming data for 2025 shows some interesting variations in listening habits. Are ties and blazers over? Why some schools are pushing for 'active' uniforms Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026 Proponents say relaxed uniforms make life easier for children and are much more practical for physical play. We thought Gen Z had started going to church in droves. But the truth is more complicated Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026 A fierce debate is taking place about whether there really has been a revival in Christianity. 'We want the truth' - families of Nottingham attacks victims speak ahead of public inquiry Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026 An inquiry into the attacks carried out by Valdo Calocane will hear evidence in London from Monday. Government 'inflamed tension' over Maccabi fan ban, say MPs Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026 Intervention over the banning of fans at the Aston Villa match was late and clumsy, MPs say. 'I cleaned toilets while studying at Cambridge' Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026 Jade Franks uses her experience of classism to write a hit play which has been picked up by Netflix. Final missing Lake Tahoe skier found dead 5 days after avalanche Posted on Sunday February 22, 2026 Authorities released the names of the six women and three guides who died in the worst avalanche in state history.
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