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News from the ABC Australia

As snowfall declines, a key ingredient is keeping the ski season alive
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

Data shows snow depth has been declining in Australia since the 1950s, with resorts turning to snowmaking to guarantee a strong ski season. 

'Shouldn't occur': Change demanded after Telstra outage
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

Advocates have demanded changes to how telecommunication companies are regulated and held accountable for outages after Telstra became the latest telco to suffer a large-scale network failure. 

Trump threatens to hit Iran 'hard' after saying ceasefire 'over'
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

Donald Trump has flagged the US could hit Iran "hard" in coming hours with fresh strikes, after earlier declaring he believes the ceasefire between the two countries is "over."

'Not a handout': Australian theatre calls for government lifeline amid show closures
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

As two more major musicals bite the dust, the local theatre industry hopes a live performance incentive modelled on a successful UK scheme will provide salvation.

TV catchphrase quiz: Guess the show from the famous quote
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

Now for the story of 20 famous TV quotes, and the one quiz that had no choice but to keep them all together.

New varieties set Australian coffee industry up for expansion
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

Australians are among the world's biggest coffee drinkers but less than 1 per cent of the coffee consumed nationwide is grown locally. That could be about to change.

Emmy nominations 2026 revealed, with The Pitt and Hacks topping list
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

The Pitt takes the lead as the most nominated series for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards, with Hacks in second place.

Trump calls Iran 'scum' and Ukraine gets big win on wild day at NATO
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

The US President says his country will probably continue to attack Iran and says Ukraine will be given permission to manufacture much-needed Patriot missiles as it fights Russia's full-scale invasion.

'Profound injustice': Last woman executed in UK pardoned by King
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

The case of Ruth Ellis has gripped Britain for decades and inspired the 1985 film Dance with a Stranger. 

NRL admits bunker error in awarding crucial Blues try in Origin decider
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

The NRL admits the bunker missed a NSW knock-on in the lead-up to a crucial try that helped the Blues win Wednesday night's State of Origin decider at Lang Park.

Australians face record high rents as agents see 'inquiries flooding in'
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

Rents are soaring in several capital cities as low vacancy rates collide with rising interest rates and population growth.

New South Wales writes a new fate in blood after epic decider
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

Against all odds and with most of their state doubting them, Laurie Daley's New South Wales side has pulled off one of the greatest wins in Blues history.

Quick hits: Arrow's standing 'O' and Queensland 'ripped off'
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

Jai Arrow is the only Queenslander to touch the State of Origin trophy as the Blues dominate the decider, but a NSW great questions a pivotal try. Here are your quick hits from the State of Origin decider.

Canberra paramedics become patients every couple of days
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

ACT Ambulance Service recorded more than 190 occupational violence incidents last financial year. 

ABC rejects claims of antisemitic bias ahead of fronting royal commission
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

The ABC and SBS will face questioning over complaints of bias and antisemitism when executives appear at the royal commission on Thursday.

Police call for help to handle 'disgusting' Facebook comments
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

The WA Police commissioner writes to Meta to ask for assistance with Facebook moderation after a number of derogatory comments are left on social media pages.

'Twenty minutes or so': The blunt warning of China's nuclear capability
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

Victor Gao, the vice-president of a major Chinese think tank, conducts some sabre-rattling in the wake of China's missile test in the Pacific. 

Woman at centre of university corruption claims fronts ICAC inquiry
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

Former University of Wollongong chief governance officer Alyssa White takes the witness box at the ICAC inquiry after weeks of evidence examining her role in recruitment decisions, governance reforms and a proposed executive position.

Native title holders celebrate return of 'special country' in access win
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

Traditional owners from the Utopia region north of Alice Springs celebrate the recognition of their native title over an area encompassing more than 4,000 square kilometres.  

Delay in Telstra alerting communications minister to outage revealed
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

Telstra has defended its communication process, insisting the government and other stakeholders were informed "very, very early" in the morning.



News from the BBC World Service

Trump threatens more strikes on Iran as Tehran warns of 'fearless' response
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

Speaking at a Nato summit, the president says the US will "probably" strike Iran again but added that "anything that happens will be over quickly".

Bowen: For all his bluster, Trump has no better option than talks with Iran
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

The negotiating process is fragile and recent US strikes show how hard it will be to reach agreement, writes BBC's International Editor Jeremy Bowen.

UK to change law so ringleader of Rochdale grooming gang can be deported
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

The home secretary is expected to set out on Monday how she plans to amend the 1971 Immigration Act.

Farage denies stunt as Reform proposes August by-election date
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

The Reform UK leader tells the BBC it is "only fair" that it is the electorate who judges him.

Mason: It's far from certain whether by-election will strengthen Farage
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

The Reform UK leader faces a challenge from Count Binface as the main parties rule out standing in Clacton.

British wildcard Arthur Fery through to Wimbledon semi-finals after stunning victory
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

British wildcard Arthur Fery will play for a place in the Wimbledon final after extending his sensational run with a stunning victory over Flavio Cobolli.

Police name man wanted over murders of wife and daughters
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

An international manhunt is under way for Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma, who left the country via Heathrow Airport.

Ruth Ellis, last woman to be hanged in UK, gets conditional posthumous pardon
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

Ruth Ellis was hanged at London's Holloway Prison in 1955 after being convicted of murdering her lover David Blakely.

Officer in Chris Kaba shooting may not face misconduct case after rule change
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

The police watchdog says it will decide soon if Sgt Martyn Blake will face a misconduct panel.

Judge orders Trump's $5m damages be released to E Jean Carroll
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

The Supreme Court declined to hear his appeal of the case, but Trump still sought to delay the payment.

TV licence fee is 'yesterday's model', new BBC director general says
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

Matt Brittin gives his views on the corporation's future, six weeks after taking over the BBC.

The Pitt leads Emmy nominations, but Stranger Things snubbed in top categories
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

The Pitt and Hacks lead the race for America's most coveted TV awards - see the full list of nominations.

No air con? Here's how to get the most out of your electric fan
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

Point it at your face? Use a bowl of ice? Open a window? Our experts separate fact from fiction.

Tips to get a good night's sleep during hot weather
Posted on Thursday June 25, 2026

Simple tips to help you get a good night's sleep when temperatures rise.

What to eat tonight to get you through the heatwave
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

When turning on the oven is a no-no and you're bored of salads, these foods (and drinks) will help to beat the heat.

Watch: How did people cope during the 1976 heatwave?
Posted on Tuesday June 23, 2026

A look into the BBC Points West archive during the famous heatwave five decades ago.

From glamour model to nightclub manager - who was pardoned killer Ruth Ellis?
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

Ruth Ellis, the last woman to be executed in the UK, has been granted a conditional posthumous pardon.

From mouthwash to hair dye: How weight-loss jabs are changing shopping habits
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

The BBC looks at how spending habits have shifted as users report feeling less hungry.

'He was gaslighting me': The double life of my rapist ex
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

The mother of Salil Korambayil's child says she fears there could be more victims.

Watch: Why is there a 'black cloud' over unity at the Nato summit?
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

US President Donald Trump has used the Nato summit to criticise the lack of support for his war on Iran, and revive his interest in taking over Greenland.



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