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Ukraine, Russia and US delegations meet for trilateral talks on peace deal Posted on Friday January 23, 2026
The Abu Dhabi talks mark the first known trilateral meeting between the countries since Moscow launched its invasion of Ukraine more than four years ago.
Trump sparks backlash after claiming NATO veterans avoided frontline in Afghanistan Posted on Friday January 23, 2026
Donald Trump criticised NATO during a Fox News interview on Thursday, saying the US had "never needed" the alliance.
Steve Smith delivers again as Sixers cruise into BBL decider Posted on Friday January 23, 2026
Steve Smith top scores for the fifth time in as many innings as the Sixers down the Hurricanes to book a place in Sunday's BBL decider in Perth.
Dingoes 'not likely' to have caused Canadian teen's death, autopsy reveals Posted on Friday January 23, 2026
A preliminary report from the Coroners Court of Queensland finds dingo bites are not likely to have caused the death of Piper James on K'gari.
Ten bodies found from Indonesia plane crash that lost contact mid-flight Posted on Friday January 23, 2026
Indonesian rescuers find the remaining bodies of 10 passengers on a fishery surveillance plane that went missing in Indonesia's South Sulawesi province at the weekend.
Darwin man to serve three years behind bars over father's death Posted on Friday January 23, 2026
Jake Fenner, 32, has been handed a partially suspended sentence for causing the death of his father at their Moil home in 2023.
Fire threat means Tour Down Under loses iconic Willunga Hill Posted on Friday January 23, 2026
Tomorrow's fourth stage of the Tour Down Under has been shortened due to local bushfire threats and forecast temperatures in excess of 40 degrees Celsius.
West Coast Eagles' Tyler Brockman charged over Geraldton street fight Posted on Friday January 23, 2026
West Coast Eagles player Tyler Brockman is charged with causing grievous bodily harm following an incident in Geraldton in late December.
Lawyers request AFP probe into Israeli president as Australian visit looms Posted on Friday January 23, 2026
The Australian Centre for International Justice has formally requested a police investigation into Israel's president for alleged incitement to genocide. He is expected to visit to Australia next month.
To Lam wins second term to rule Vietnam through 2030 Posted on Friday January 23, 2026
Vietnam's leader To Lam has been re-appointed as head of the ruling Communist Party for the next five years, and pledges to turbocharge growth in the export-reliant nation.
Japan set for snap election as PM dissolves parliament after three months in office Posted on Friday January 23, 2026
Japan's prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, has dissolved the lower house of parliament, paving the way for a snap election on February 8.
Kazakh player taunts 'disrespectful' fans after beating Turkish qualifier Posted on Friday January 23, 2026
Kazakhstan's Yulia Putintseva happily plays the role of villain following her three-set win over Zeynep Sönmez at the Australian Open.
Fatigue a concern as fires threaten towns south of Perth Posted on Friday January 23, 2026
DFES says there have been no confirmed property losses as the battle to contain fires near Boddington and Wandering continues.
New passport rules designed to improve national security, UK government says Posted on Friday January 23, 2026
The requirement for dual British citizens to have a valid UK passport while entering the country would help prevent the arrival of people who present a threat, Australia's British High Commission says.
'It's a quiet town': Neighbours in shock after triple fatal shooting Posted on Friday January 23, 2026
Residents of a remote NSW town of just 1,500 residents have expressed shock at a deadly shooting spree where three people were shot dead.
Tasmania to introduce new gambling reforms, including mandatory facial recognition Posted on Friday January 23, 2026
The Tasmanian government has announced a suite of new harm minimisation measures to be implemented across hotels, clubs, and casinos, aiming to "reduce red tape and regulation".
Accommodation facility for women on bail opens in Alice Springs Posted on Friday January 23, 2026
There are hopes the Salvation Army-run facility will keep women safe and help them reintegrate into the community while easing pressure on the prison system.
Fears for Saturday's heat as Welsford claims sensational seventh TDU stage win Posted on Friday January 23, 2026
Sam Welsford claimed a brilliant Tour Down Under stage victory, the seventh of his career, as experts fear for riders ahead of 40-degree Celsius temperatures predicted for Saturday's fourth stage.
Broome pub manager jailed for raping staff member Posted on Friday January 23, 2026
Stewart Patrick Burchell is jailed for six years, found guilty by jury trial of raping a staff member and indecently assaulting several others.
Viral video of bull shark in Brisbane river sparks AI debate Posted on Friday January 23, 2026
A video posted to social media of a bull shark washed up in the Brisbane River went viral and prompted speculation that it was AI-generated, but experts say it appears to be legitimate.
News from the BBC World Service
Former councillor pleads guilty to drugging and raping ex-wife over 13 years Posted on Friday January 23, 2026 Philip Young admitted numerous offences against his now ex-wife, which cover a 13-year period. High stakes but low expectations ahead of Ukraine talks with Russia and US Posted on Friday January 23, 2026 Donald Trump is pushing hard for a peace deal - but major issues between Russia and Ukraine are still unresolved, writes Sarah Rainsford. Hundreds of illegal waste tips operating in England - including 11 'super sites' Posted on Friday January 23, 2026 A BBC investigation uncovers how criminals are operating huge illegal rubbish tips across the country. Missed opportunity to take amateur footballer to hospital before sepsis death, inquest hears Posted on Friday January 23, 2026 Although a coroner says she cannot be sure Luke Abrahams' death could have been prevented. Brooklyn Beckham's wedding DJ speaks about 'awkward' dance Posted on Friday January 23, 2026 The groom has said his mother Victoria "danced very inappropriately on me in front of everyone". How long would you last in the Traitors castle? Take our test to find out Posted on Friday January 23, 2026 Work through our scenarios to find out if you've got a taste for deception or a nose for detection. Driver admits killing teen freed from Dubai jail Posted on Friday January 23, 2026 Marcus Fakana, 19, was killed in a car crash shortly after being released from prison in Dubai. Heathrow scraps 100ml liquid limit and says devices can stay in luggage for scans Posted on Friday January 23, 2026 Heathrow says it has become the biggest airport to drop the limit after rolling out new high-tech scanners. Andy Burnham faces decision on bid to return as MP Posted on Friday January 23, 2026 Some of Sir Keir Starmer's allies say they will try to stop Burnham from standing in a by-election. Tesla fined for repeatedly failing to co-operate with UK police Posted on Friday January 23, 2026 The British arm of Tesla has faced multiple court proceedings linked to allegations of road traffic offences. Trump covets mineral-rich Greenland, but what resources does it actually have? Posted on Friday January 23, 2026 Greenland's natural resources include large reserves of rare earth deposits. Behind the scenes of Help 2, the star-studded charity album Posted on Friday January 23, 2026 Olivia Rodrigo, Arctic Monkeys and Pulp are among the artists who recorded new songs for War Child. 'I didn't hear from my son for seven months': Inside Yemen's UAE-run secret prisons Posted on Friday January 23, 2026 The BBC sees sites on former United Arab Emirates bases in Yemen where detainees say they were abused. The rollercoaster years that led to the US-TikTok deal Posted on Friday January 23, 2026 It is a challenge for TikTok's parent company ByteDance as well as global ambitions for other Chinese tech companies. Why so many women end up 'menopause masking' - but it can have consequences, as I discovered Posted on Friday January 23, 2026 Concealing symptoms of menopause can have knock-on effects for some women, such as increasing the risk of burnout Weekly quiz: How did this cow surprise scientists? Posted on Thursday January 22, 2026 How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days? 'I gave last 46p': Young people tell how they felt pressure to donate to church Posted on Friday January 23, 2026 Former London ICC members tell the BBC they felt pressured into making donations they could not afford. Anna Wintour and Liz Hurley among mourners at Valentino's funeral Posted on Friday January 23, 2026 Fashion and film stars gathered in Rome on Friday for the funeral of the fashion designer Valentino Garavani.
Scottish government facing legal action over failure to hand over Sturgeon inquiry files Posted on Friday January 23, 2026 The Scottish Information Commissioner is taking ministers to court after they missed a deadline to release documents. Baby suffered more than 40 fractures before death, jury told Posted on Friday January 23, 2026 Sean Jefferson and Amy Leigh Clarke deny murdering their five-week-old baby Darcy-Leigh Jefferson.
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