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Modi, BJP influence grow in leaps and bounds across India Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
How Prime Minister Narendra Modi is turning India into a one-party nation.
Police make arrest over alleged stabbing of man sleeping at home in NT town Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
A 23-year-old man has been arrested over the alleged stabbing of another man who was sleeping in a home in remote Tennant Creek about 990 kilometres south-east of Darwin.
Scottish ref under police protection as Celtic penalty sparks threats Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
Scottish FA condemns "vigilantism" after a referee's personal details are leaked online following a highly controversial penalty in the Scottish Premier League.
Kalgoorlie's 'shovel ready' water project misses out in federal budget Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
A project designed to drought-proof Australia's biggest outback city has missed out on funding in this week's federal budget, with the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder set to review its ambitious plans for what has been dubbed Water Bank.
Live: Crows chasing third straight win against out-of-form Roos Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
The eighth-placed Crows are in a confident mood as they host the Kangaroos, who are desperately looking to avoid a fourth consecutive defeat. Follow live.
Breaking: Man critical after shark attack off Rottnest Island Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
A man in his thirties has been seriously injured by a shark off Rottnest Island, on Perth's coast.Â
Where to watch Delta Goodrem's Eurovision final performance Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
The Eurovision Song Contest is on this Sunday, which will mean an early start for superfans of the pop culture phenomenon. Â
'The sword is still hanging': Farmers in limbo as Inland Rail land sits idle Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
For more than a decade, Australians in the path of the proposed Inland Rail corridor have wondered if the nation-building project will force them from their homes. Although the northern section has been scrapped, the legacy of its blueprints is still fuelling anxiety.
Fury at bill increasing environmental water flows over private property Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
Politicians and landholders vow to fight a controversial new New South Wales law that will allow the inundation of private property from environmental water flows under the Murray-Darling Basin Plan.
Amid grief, the NT's CLP rushes drastic child protection changes Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
Stakeholders have just one week to respond to sweeping changes to NT child protection laws that Aboriginal groups say could do "generations" of harm.
PM says fuel supply now above pre-war levels, no word on extending excise cut Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
Australia's fuel supply is now greater than it was before the Iran war broke out in late February, the prime minister has said, while refusing to indicate whether the fuel excise cut will be extended.
Frustrated Scheffler slams 'absurd' pin positions after disappointing round Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
Scottie Scheffler takes issue with the pin positions at the PGA Championship after being upstaged by an American duo.
The southern Sydney bay residents say is becoming a mudflat Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
A bin that has been sticking out of the mud for 12 years has become a symbol for an ongoing issue of sediment build-up in Oyster Bay in Sydney's Sutherland Shire.
Israel targets Hamas leader, kills seven Palestinians Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
Seven Palestinians, including a child, have died in Friday's air strikes, which Israel said targeted Hamas militant leader Izz al-Din al-Haddad.Â
Hantavirus-hit cruise ship Australians unlikely to be paid out, experts say Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
But the lawyer who led the class action in the COVID-19 era Ruby Princess case has warned the cruise company will likely argue Australian law had no jurisdiction over the matter.
First Nations man's bedtime story for his sons revives dying language Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
Five years ago, Gudjala man Braithen Knox began learning his mob's language, which has fewer than 10 speakers. Now a father of two, he is passing it on to his sons through bedtime stories.
A house fire cost Patrick and Susan everything, including their two dogs Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
Patrick and Susan Doyle recently lost almost everything in a house fire, including their beloved dogs, Oscar and Mercy. While the couple escaped with their lives, Mrs Doyle was badly burnt. They are warning others to be better prepared.
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Advocates say 'three big gorillas' have stopped real national gambling reform Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
Under the cover of budget day, the Albanese government this week dropped its long-awaited response to a gambling harm inquiry. Advocates say it has "failed miserably".
Video of shark decapitation sparks calls for better protection Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
A researcher speaks out against the fishing of sharks after footage of a huge tiger shark being caught and decapitated circulated on social media.
From colonisation to 'safe space': The story of Dhirri-aay-aay Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026
Back on country, Aunty Polly Cutmore says she feels like a child again when visiting her ancestral lands. Now, as a respected Goombri elder, she shares the stories of her country.
News from the BBC World Service
Burnham cleared to run for selection in pivotal by-election Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026 If the Greater Manchester mayor goes on to win the by-election, he would be able to launch a leadership challenge against the PM. How Rayner, Streeting and Burnham weakened PM in 12 hours of political drama Posted on Friday May 15, 2026 Three interventions by three senior Labour politicians made for an unforgettable day in British politics. Trump warns Taiwan against declaring independence, hours after summit with China's Xi Posted on Friday May 15, 2026 The US president says he wants Beijing and Taipei to "cool down" tensions over the self-governing island. Judge declares another mistrial in Harvey Weinstein New York rape case Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026 It marks the third time a New York jury has considered the case against the 74-year-old disgraced film mogul. 'They took £20,000 I didn't owe': Parents hit by child maintenance errors Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026 John Hammond is one of 30 parents who told BBC Your Voice they'd experienced problems with the CMS. Switzerland to open secret files on Auschwitz 'Angel of Death' Mengele Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026 Mengele fled Europe after the war but for years there were rumours he spent time in Switzerland. Electric motorbike teen detained for killing a grandmother on zebra crossing Posted on Friday May 15, 2026 Billy Stokoe is detained for causing the death by dangerous driving of Gloria Stephenson. Beckhams become billionaires as Oasis make rich list for first time Posted on Friday May 15, 2026 The list is based off the paper's estimates of the minimum wealth of Britain’s 350 richest people or families. Lebanon says six killed in Israeli strike as US announces ceasefire extension Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026 President Trump announced the truce last month, but Israel and Hezbollah have continued to exchange fire since then. British firm vying to build next Red Arrows jets collapses Posted on Friday May 15, 2026 Aeralis was hoping the UK government would award it a contract to replace the Hawk jets currently flown by the RAF. Eurovision is almost here! But how much do you know about Europe's biggest pop spectacular? Posted on Friday May 15, 2026 Are you the ultimate Eurovision superfan? Take our quiz to find out Eleven 'far-right agitators' banned from UK ahead of rally, government says Posted on Friday May 15, 2026 Saturday's rally has been organised by anti-Islam activist Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, better known as Tommy Robinson. I tried the UK's 'saltiest' sandwich - here's what I learned Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026 Health correspondent James Gallagher absorbs more than the recommended daily limit in just one meal to find out how salt affects our bodies. Eurovision final: Sex, violins and seven other things to look out for Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026 A guide to the stand-out moments of Eurovision 2026, ahead of Saturday night's final in Vienna. What is a 'safe death'? Mentally ill woman asks for assisted dying in Canada Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026 Canada has twice delayed access to medically assisted dying for those with mental illness. Claire Brosseau says she cannot wait any longer and wants the courts to decide. Alleged murder of Aboriginal girl highlights Australia's deep inequalities Posted on Friday May 15, 2026 Her death has sparked outrage across Australia and intense debate about disparities in society. The Papers: 'Burnham will push to be next PM' and 'Dosh and Becks' Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026 Andy Burnham entering the race to become the next prime minister is the focus of today's papers. What Makerfield thinks of by-election - and if Burnham can win Posted on Friday May 15, 2026 Andy Burnham says he will look to stand in the constituency, after Labour MP Josh Simons announces his resignation. How would a Labour leadership contest work? Posted on Thursday May 14, 2026 How could MPs who want to see Sir Keir Starmer replaced force a leadership contest? Teenager's family 'heartbroken' by meningitis death Posted on Friday May 15, 2026 The family of sixth form pupil Lewis Waters post a tribute following his death.
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