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'Always by my side': Argentina mourns death of Jorge Messi Posted on Sunday August 09, 2026
Jorge Messi, the father of Argentinian football superstar Lionel, is mourned after dying aged 68 following a short illness.Â
Historic farm's sale to carbon credit company raises community ire Posted on Sunday August 09, 2026
This 30,000-hectare property is the largest cattle farm in Victoria. But it's facing a very different future that will involve more native planting than before.
Trams are running but the Gold Coast's light rail fight is not over Posted on Sunday August 09, 2026
After four years of disruption and a $1.55 billion price tag, the Gold Coast light rail stage 3 has opened. But debate continues over the city's transport future.
NFL star uses Hall of Fame speech to announce he has dementia Posted on Sunday August 09, 2026
Former NFL running back Roger Craig announces he has dementia, saying doctors believe concussions played a part in the diagnosis.
Exhausted Vollering reclaims yellow jersey with one stage remaining Posted on Sunday August 09, 2026
Demi Vollering takes the yellow jersey in the Tour de France Femmes as an exciting final stage looms.
Side dish vegetable takes the spotlight as vegetable of the year Posted on Sunday August 09, 2026
Chefs say a variety called sugarloaf cabbage is changing people's minds on how the vegetable can be the star of the dish rather than simply a side.
Murderer's appeal reignites grief for daughter dealing with mum's loss Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026
It has been almost five years since Romany Wake's father murdered her mother, Rachel, on Christmas Day — and the 24-year-old is yet to be free from the legal ordeal.
Calls to provide historical cannon with antique firearm exemption  Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026
The firing of a cannon has served as a symbol of unity and historical pride for the regional city of Maryborough for nearly 150 years. But a categorisation issue could put the beloved tradition at risk.
Victorian premier pledges to lift school funding to meet Gonski standards Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026
New premier Ben Carroll says Victoria will fulfil the state's funding obligations to public schools under the Gonski plan.
The phone taps, the $100k offer and the 'filthy schools' money' Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026
Here are some of the most notable moments from the first fortnight of NSW Independent Commission Against Corruption hearings under Operation Rosny.
Melbourne Royal Show could cancel poultry exhibition amid bird flu fears Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026
The Melbourne Royal Show committee is expected to meet as early as Monday to discuss whether poultry exhibitions will take place at this year's show.Â
'Unusual' flu trend with SA cases to spike later than expected Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026
An "unusual" flu trend will likely see more people sneezing and reaching for their tissues after the peak winter season, South Australia's health experts say.
Fijian rugby pro, 26, dies of suspected heat stroke after training Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026
Fijian rugby player Saimoni Vunilagi, 26, dies after suffering from suspected heat stroke following a training session in Japan.
Flowers blooming, birds swooping amid unusually warm 'sprinter' Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026
An early magpie swooping season, underwhelming ski season and canola crops blooming a month in advance are some signs of an unusually warm winter across NSW.Â
Iron deficiency from too much cow's milk a 'hidden health crisis' for toddlers Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026
Paediatricians across Australia are concerned about a jump in iron deficiency in young children due to excess cow's milk, and the need to better educate parents about the issue.
'Very debilitating': Hunter Biden opens up about his father's cancer Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026
Former US president Joe Biden's prostate cancer has spread to other parts of his body and is causing him pain, even as he continues to speak out on public issues, according to his son Hunter.
Seal numbers on Victorian island plummet as pollution affects pups Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026
Deen Maar Island was once home to Australia's largest fur seal colony before the pups started developing alopecia. Â
'I felt I wasn't worthy': Para athletes on barriers in elite sport Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026
Paralympic gold medallist Nikki Ayers walked away from rowing, feeling devalued in the sport. She's not alone; disabled athletes have told ABC Sport they face discrimination and burnout due to a lack of funding and support.
Oats, water, salt the winning ingredients for porridge-making champ Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026
A former cafe owner from Sydney has been crowned Australia's porridge-making champion at an inaugural competition on the New South Wales Central Coast.
Ukraine denies targeting Bulgaria after drone explodes near pipeline Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026
Ukraine has denied targeting Bulgaria after a drone entered Bulgaria's airspace exploded close to the strategic Trans-Balkan gas pipeline near the Romanian border.
News from the BBC World Service
Andy Burnham to embark on cost of living tour through the UK Posted on Sunday August 09, 2026 No 10 says the prime minister's plans will "give people some room to breathe", but opposition figures accuse him of "hypocrisy". Fifa criticises campaign to oust president Infantino Posted on Sunday August 09, 2026 Fifa strongly criticises what it calls a "concerted and ongoing effort" to "undermine" the organisation and its president Gianni Infantino. Killed a month after his wedding - why PC Andrew Harper's death touched so many Posted on Sunday August 09, 2026 The early release of two of his killers has brought a case which still resonates with the public back into the spotlight. Victims urged to come forward as police accused of 'litany of failures' over murderer and rapist Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026 The Met and British Transport Police say the sex offender may have more victims, while criticism of investigators continues. Hormuz talks positive, Oman says, as Iran warns deal would not open strait Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026 Both sides suggest progress in talks to agree a new shipping route through the strait, but a breakthrough remains unclear. Sturgeon hasn't spoken to Murrell since he was jailed for embezzling SNP funds Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026 The former first minister also told a podcast she would not visit her estranged husband in prison. Madonna pays tribute to 'genius, otherworldly' producer William Orbit Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026 The Queen of Pop worked with Orbit several times over the years, most notably on her genre-bending, Grammy Award-winning album Ray of Light. I went for a full body MOT and the results came as a shock Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026 The private body scan industry is booming, but is it doing more harm than good? He's been frozen on Everest for 30 years, now 'Green Boots' may finally be coming home Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026 For decades, an Indian man's lime shoes have been a grim trail marker for many climbing the world's highest peak. Digital cameras and wired earphones are back and 'a bit more real' Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026 We're surrounded by more advanced tech in 2026, so why are young people going back to basics? How a former GB Olympian curbed his porn problem - and the signs and steps to recovery Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026 Experts share the signs to look out for if you are worried about your porn use, and how to seek help. The Papers: 'Top universities cut entry grades' and 'Uefa set for Infantino inquiry' Posted on Sunday August 09, 2026 The Sunday Times reports that top institutions are becoming "more flexible" following a 10% drop in international students. Spain imposes border controls against Italy as row over Ceuta migrant influx intensifies Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026 Italy introduced border controls following an influx of about 78,000 migrants from Morocco into the neighbouring Spanish exclave of Ceuta. Trump's ex-lawyer Todd Blanche narrowly confirmed as US attorney general Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026 The vote cements Trump's former criminal defence lawyer as the nation's top law enforcement official despite a rare pushback from some Republicans. Messi's father Jorge dies aged 68 after illness Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026 Lionel Messi's father and agent Jorge dies at the age of 68 following a long illness. Strictly dancers Ola and James Jordan separate after 23 years of marriage Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026 The professional dancers, who married in 2003, both spent several series on the BBC programme. Irish government jet travels to UAE for Kinahan extradition Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026 Daniel Kinahan was arrested in Dubai under a warrant issued by the Irish courts in April but has fought attempts to extradite him. Former West Ham co-chair Sullivan attends home game despite advice not to Posted on Saturday August 08, 2026 Former West Ham co-chairman David Sullivan attends their Carabao Cup match against Portsmouth despite being advised he should stay away. Betty, 97, breaks record for oldest wingwalker Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026 She has carried out six charity wing walks over the past decade. Poo, parking and poor pitching - the Lake District's summer battles Posted on Sunday August 02, 2026 Protection orders are being used to try and control the issue, but funding is limited, councils say.
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