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News from the ABC Australia

Man wanted over alleged attempted murder of 74yo Sydney man
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

An arrest warrant has been issued for a 45-year-old man in connection to a violent assault in Western Sydney on Saturday.

Family of Perth man raises questions over his Bali death
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

The family of Perth man Cameron Hughes, who died in a Bali immigration detention centre, says it has many questions about the circumstances surrounding his death.

'Fierce attack': Victim refuses to clean antisemitic graffiti off property
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

The victim of an antisemitic attack says he doesn't want to clean up offensive graffiti sprayed on his Adelaide property, because he wants the public to see his family was targeted

Lindsey Graham, pivotal US Republican senator, dies suddenly at 71
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

US senator Lindsey Graham, a key Republican who went from a vocal critic of Donald Trump to one of his most loyal allies, has died at age 71.

'Beat the bastard': Arrow vows to help others fight MND
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

Former NRL player Jai Arrow says he is determined to raise money and awareness for Motor Neurone Disease until a cure is found. 

Swiss coach blasts 'unacceptable' VAR rule after World Cup elimination
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

Switzerland is fuming after Breel Embolo was sent of the highly charged World Cup quarterfinal against Argentina in Kansas City.

Young woman stopped taking the pill because of mental health concerns
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

Two young women say taking the pill to manage painful periods had side effects they weren't expecting.

Quick hits: A tearful red, a perfect 10 and a massive cast
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

Norway fumes at England's equaliser, Breel Embolo's tearful red card and Jordan Henderson's heavy-duty cast. Here are today's quick hits from the World Cup. 

Premier Roger Cook takes over defence industries in cabinet reshuffle
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

WA Premier Roger Cook will take on the defence industries and tourism portfolios in a cabinet reshuffle, following the departure of longstanding minister Paul Papalia.

Souths win on Arrow's birthday, Cowboys and Storm snatch late victories
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

South Sydney captain Cam Murray praised his side for being able to focus on the field as the league celebrated the "world's biggest birthday party" for Jai Arrow. 

Lions thump the Bombers to grab top-four spot
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

Brisbane Lions have taken a big win over Essendon to snatch a top-four spot after round 18, as Melbourne and the Western Bulldogs enjoy their respective victories. Follow live.

Bellingham goes big time again, as England continues down hard road
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

Jude Bellingham has been scrutinised and criticised in the months leading up to the World Cup. Now he stands as England's best player so far, carrying the Three Lions' title dreams on his shoulders.

Man dies in hospital after stabbing at Newcastle unit block
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

An extensive forensic examination is underway at a unit block in Hamilton South after a man was fatally stabbed.

Why Norway feels 'bitter' after contest of controversy against England
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

Norway felt England's equaliser shouldn't have stood after the ball appeared to get a deflection off a wire holding up the "spidercam" above the pitch, directly leading to England gaining possession and scoring.

Love story: Motherhood is helping Moana Hope re-learn how to love
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

The former AFLW player was an adult when she realised her childhood had warped her understanding of love.

China ballistic missile test pushes case for Pacific security pact
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

Pacific Minister Pat Conroy says the testing of a nuclear-capable missile damaged China's reputation and has strengthened the case for a Pacific security pact. 

Man charged after filming inside Dezi Freeman's hideout
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

A man who entered the property where Dezi Freeman had been hiding out in north-east Victoria has been charged with trespass.

Typhoon makes landfall in China as millions of people take shelter
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

Typhoon Bavi brings strong winds and heavy rain as it makes landfall in Zhejiang province in eastern China.

Junior doctor faces court over death of man in Fremantle
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

A junior doctor from Perth's western suburbs appears in court charged with manslaughter following the death of a 63-year-old man near Fremantle's entertainment strip in the early hours yesterday. 

Numbat population improves amid warning there is a long way to go
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

Numbats, Western Australia's animal emblem, have been pulled from the brink of extinction after research found the population was growing in the wild.



News from the BBC World Service

Tuchel angry at 'lucky' England - but Bellingham defends players
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

England boss Thomas Tuchel is praised by some for saying his players "got lucky" in World Cup quarter-final win over Norway - but match-winner Jude Bellingham disagrees.

Nothing to suggest Widdecombe killing was politically motivated, police say
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

Devon and Cornwall Police are not looking for anyone else in connection with her death.

Badly burned British couple rescued from ravine during Spain wildfires
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

The unnamed pair were found semi-conscious with 40% burns after being trapped by the blazes raging through Almeria province.

US Senator and close Trump ally Lindsey Graham dies after 'brief and sudden illness'
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

The influential politician had just returned from Kyiv, where he met Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday.

We are living fewer years in good health: Is the NHS part of the problem?
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

What is driving the UK's fall in healthy life expectancy?

US launches fresh strikes as Iran closes Strait of Hormuz
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

The strikes follow an attack on a Cyprus -flagged vessel travelling through the critical waterway.

'Animals', Hand of God and Beckham - Argentina and England's World Cup rivalry
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

As England and Argentina prepare to go head-to-head in Wednesday's World Cup semi-final, BBC Sport looks at their footballing rivalry.

'We should all be excited' - Messi set for first England meeting
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

Lionel Messi is set for his first match against England after Argentina beat Switzerland in the World Cup quarter-finals.

Watch full highlights as England ride luck in fierce Miami heat
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

Jude Bellingham scores twice, including an extra-time winner, as England come from behind to beat Norway 2-1 in Miami to reach the World Cup semi-finals.

'The perfect football song': Why England fans (like Beckham) and players love Wonderwall
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

David Beckham joined in with the latest Oasis singalong, following England's World Cup win in Miami.

Watch fans react to every goal of England v Norway
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

The quarter-final of the World Cup saw the two teams face off in Miami, cheered on by fans back home.

T. rex could become most expensive fossil ever - but it's a ​problem for scientists
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

A 67 million-year-old Tyrannosaurus rex will go on sale in New York with a pre-sale value of $30m.

Ice on testicles and donating blood - the myths sold to men trying to boost their sperm
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

With men’s fertility increasingly in the spotlight, we meet the men using unproven “hacks” promoted by influencers to up their sperm counts.

Why young wine drinkers are breaking the 'room temperature' red rule
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

Drinking a red at room temperature only is a common belief but the heatwave might have changed that.

Wimbledon vs World Cup: Who wore their look best?
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

Wimbledon and the World Cup are known for high stakes and high fashion. Choose your favourite looks.

How Aldi is taking on US supermarkets with its $4 almond butter
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

The German supermarket's $9bn US push targets urban hubs like Manhattan. Can its discount model match Walmart?

'Exceptional' wildfire risk for parts of UK as heat health alerts issued
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

The warnings come as parts of the UK are set to enter their second week of temperatures above the heatwave threshold.

People flee as Russian strike hits near Ukraine coffee shop
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

Three cameras caught the moment people ducked then ran for cover in Sumy, in north eastern Ukraine.

Ann Widdecombe murder probe: What we know so far
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

The former MP was found dead at her home in Haytor, Devon, on Thursday morning.

Village in shock as 'horrific' Ann Widdecombe murder case unfolds
Posted on Sunday July 12, 2026

The residents of a tiny Devon village are left in shock after the death of Ann Widdecombe.



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