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Live: England gets update on stolen training kit, Qatar plays Switzerland Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
Qatar and Switzerland open the third day of the FIFA World Cup 2026, while Brazil take on Morocco and Haiti face Scotland. Follow live.
Pakistan says Iran-US peace deal is within 24 hours, Tehran urges caution Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
Lebanon's state media has reported Israeli strikes on the country's south, as Pakistan says a US-Iran peace deal signing is expected within 24 hours.
Raiders hit rock bottom in shocking loss to Eels Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
Canberra's season has fallen apart with last year's minor premiers slumping to yet another loss following a spirited Parramatta performance.Â
Discovery of woman's body in WA's Goldfields sparks homicide investigation Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
Police are investigating the death of a woman whose body was discovered on the outskirts of Kalgoorlie-Boulder.
Underdog status embraced as Socceroos prepare for Türkiye Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
Australia's upcoming opponents, Türkiye, have generational talent and are keen to end generational heartache.
Groundbreaking rainforest conservationist Tony Parkes dies at 96 Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
After falling in love with Australia's ancient Big Scrub rainforest, Tony Parkes built his life around saving its final remnants and restoring hundreds of hectares.
Locations released for 18 community batteries in Perth, Bunbury Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
Construction begins on 18 community batteries across WA, as a climate and conservation advocate calls for a legislated target for renewable energy uptake.Â
Sydney runners honour Richard Scolyer at his 'special place' Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
The running community reflects on Professor Richard Scolyer's legacy outside of medicine at Greenway Parkrun Saturday morning.Â
Body of girl recovered from Sydney bay where father was found dead Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
Police divers have recovered the body of a young girl from a bay in Sydney's inner west.
Victorian opposition leader says Pauline Hanson has not approached her Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
The One Nation leader last night told a political fundraiser she would work with the Coalition to oust Labor at the upcoming state election.
Paramount approved to buy Warner Bros. How did we get here? Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
The Trump administration has given the green light for Paramount Skydance to take over Warner Bros Discovery in a $US110 billion ($156 billion) mega-merger.
Quick hits: Legends stunned by on-air gaffe, Trump's call goes cold Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
The US and Canada hit the pitch for the first time at their home World Cup, but on day two the drama extended from the field to the TV booths and beyond. Here are the quick hits.
Berry using AI to prepare for 'iconic' 24 Hours of Le Mans Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
With the use of an AI personal trainer, and hours in the simulator, Australian driver Martin Berry is ready to tackle one of motorsport's most famous races.Â
Swans steal thriller with spirited second-half comeback against Port Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
Sydney's big guns all stand up tall in the final quarter to help secure a three-point win over Port Adelaide in Adelaide as North Melbourne escapes against West Coast.
Australia's AI access cut after Trump order Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
The US government restrictions cite national security concerns over the AI models Fable 5 and Mythos 5.
They know it looks unusual, but these mates are 'piggybacking the world' Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
Best friends Lachie and Fletcher have nailed the art of ignoring what people think, travelling the world as Two Mates, 1 Chair.
Why the Swiss population cap is dividing the nation Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
The Swiss will go to the polls on Sunday to vote on whether to back a referendum that would see its population capped at 10 million.
'Lambo Guy' Adrian Portelli sues former minister over lottery comments Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
Melbourne "rewards club" lottery billionaire Adrian Portelli has launched a defamation lawsuit against former SA minister Andrea Michaels over comments she made about a $3.5 million home prize draw.
Woman suffers critical arm and leg injuries in shark attack at Sydney beach Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
A woman is in a critical condition after being bitten by a shark at a beach in Sydney's east.
Blues cop Origin blow as young gun suffers fresh injury at training Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026
Casey McLean is ruled out of Origin II at the MCG after going down with a quad injury at training on the Central Coast.
News from the BBC World Service
US-Iran deal scheduled to be signed on Sunday, says Trump Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 Before the US president's comments, Iran expressed caution about the exact timing. Molly Russell's dad says PM rushing social media restrictions 'deplorable' Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 Father of a teenager who took her own life after viewing harmful content says plans appear to have been brought forward for a "political reason". Royal Family watch Red Arrows flypast on Buckingham Palace balcony Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 The annual event marks the King's official birthday and features more than 1,400 members of the armed forces. Thousands gather for anti-racism rally in Belfast after disorder Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 Protesters gathered at Belfast City Hall for a demonstration against racism, after the past week of violence and disorder. Boston becomes 'mini-Scotland' before World Cup opener Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 Scotland will play Haiti in their first World Cup match in 28 years at the Boston Stadium. Are the Downing Street dominoes about to fall? Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 John Healey's resignation as defence secretary is a disaster for the prime minister, writes Laura Kuenssberg. Raducanu wins twice in a day to reach Queen's final Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 An inspired Emma Raducanu wins twice in a day to reach the Queen's final but fellow Briton Katie Boulter loses her semi-final. Staying up to watch the match? Here's how to survive an all-nighter Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 Forget blocks and tackles, this is the tactical plan you need for the football. 'It's all they're talking about': Scotland gripped by football fever Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 Excitement is building ahead of Scotland's first game in the men's World Cup for 28 years. The trauma and hope behind Haiti's rare World Cup appearance Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 Haiti's first appearance at a men's World Cup for 52 years is as much about hope as it is goals for the conflict-torn nation. Superstar in Spain, doubted in Brazil: Will Vinicius convince a nation? Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 Vinicius Junior is considered one of the best players in the world, but can he make the Brazilian public fall in love with him at the World Cup? Why football is called 'soccer' in the US and Canada Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 Football is life for millions of fans around the world, but in two World Cup co-host nations, they tend to call it by a different name. Elon Musk's stratospheric rise to trillionaire status - in charts Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 The BBC breaks down how the tech mogul's fortune has grown. In pictures: Trooping the Colour marks King's official birthday Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 The King and Queen were cheered on as they rode along The Mall towards Horseguard's Parade. Ed Sheeran found this record in a second-hand store - now it's finally getting attention Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 Allan Taylor is receiving overdue recognition after Ed Sheeran found his 1978 LP in a second-hand shop. David Hockney depicted a 'peaceful, gay paradise' when homosexuality was a crime Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 The painter broke social taboos by celebrating same-sex relationships in his art. Married at First Sight Australia stars not told partners had drug and violence convictions Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 Stars of the hit TV show say they did not know their on-screen husbands had previous convictions. Trump's name removed from Kennedy Center after court order Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 Crews erected scaffolding on Friday as onlookers gathered into the evening, though storms delayed the work until Saturday. Woman seriously injured in shark attack at Sydney beach Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 The woman, 35, was pulled from the water by members of the public and then airlifted to hospital, police say. Rugby star Sinfield and authors Blackman and Donaldson lead honours list Posted on Saturday June 13, 2026 Noughts & Crosses author Malorie Blackman and Gruffalo creator Julia Donaldson are made dames, as the rugby league star is knighted.
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