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News from the ABC Australia Williams to set new Australian Open record at 45 after receiving wildcard Venus Williams will play in the main draw of the Australian Open for the first time since 2021, 28 years after she first graced Melbourne Park. NT to introduce Voluntary Assisted Dying bill mid-2026 The Northern Territory government says it will introduce Voluntary Assisted Dying legislation to parliament this year, nearly two decades after the Commonwealth vetoed the NT’s world-first euthanasia legislation in 1997. Bikies allegedly sat waiting in hair salon before stabbing two men In just four minutes, two men were stabbed in the chest and customers inside the Queanbeyan hair salon were left shaken. China's anti-pollution crusade linked to Australian bushfires As China caps off a historic clean-up of its smog and air pollution, the clearer air is helping temperatures rise to new records. Now, researchers are linking that change to hotter and drier conditions in Australia. China's beef tariffs aren't about Australia Beijing's new measures are aimed at trying to rein in an Australian surge and manage local growth, rather than a direct target on Australia. Weekly news quiz: Ravenous ladybirds, a grumpy seal and a unique home As we start the new year, take some time out to explore some of the other stories you might have missed this holiday period. Greens member 'blindsides' Tasmanian party by quitting The Clark MP says she knows the decision "will be disappointing for some," but it is necessary for her to be "effective" in parliament — a move that has "blindsided" her former colleagues. Lachie Neale steps down as Brisbane Lions co-captain The club said the 32-year-old had made the decision following a "challenging personal period". Friendly, bubbly Aboriginal mother mourned after death in custody A remote outback town is searching for answers about why a “respectful, friendly and bubbly” Aboriginal mother died in the police watch house, more than 24 hours after her Christmas Day arrest. Khawaja's on-field brilliance pales in comparison to his true impact Before his debut in 2011, Australia had never seen a cricketer like Usman Khawaja and, thanks to his work on and off the field, he'll be followed by plenty more. Sydney mother identified as one of three drowning victims in NSW The identity of one of three people who died in a cluster of drownings on the New South Wales coast in recent days has been confirmed as a Sydney hairdresser and mother. Bernie Sanders swears in Zohran Mamdani with a word of warning New York's new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, has vowed not to water down his ambitious agenda during an impassioned inauguration address outside City Hall. But is his vision achievable? Truck driver shortage puts squeeze on Australia's supply chain Australia's road transport industry is facing a growing driver shortage driven by an aging workforce and limited recruitment of younger people. Total fire ban compliance plea after blaze's devastating consequences Authorities urge people to adhere to total fire ban warnings one year on from a man's "stupid, thoughtless, dumb act" to set alight a pile of leaves and leave it unattended. People are lining up to witness a whale 'mugging' but what is it? People normally try to avoid getting mugged, but when it comes to being mugged by humpback whales, sightseers are travelling to Queensland's whale-watching capital to witness this special event. 'My greatest blessings': Khawaja's emotional retirement message Australia batter Usman Khawaja announces he will retire from international cricket after the fifth and final Ashes Test at the SCG, which starts on Sunday. Are modular homes the key to solving the ACT's housing crisis? Fast to build, eco-friendly and affordable: modular and pre-fabricated homes have been touted as a possible solution to Australia's housing crisis, but manufacturers and suppliers say changes are needed to reduce costs and meet demand. How 'hyper detailed' self-portraits helped Piiij rediscover her body The process of creating detailed self-portraits, inspired by tropical landscapes, helped Piiij Goodrem deal with past trauma and addiction. The unstoppable creativity of ceramicist Pippin Drysdale The first retrospective of the ceramic artist's work has gone on show in Perth at the state gallery, telling the story of an extraordinary career. Roads, rail, runways impacted as outback flooding continues Rain has hit saturation point in parts of northern Queensland as communities remain isolated and cattle are lost. News from the BBC World Service Around 40 dead in Swiss ski resort bar fire, police say A further 115 are injured, some severely, in a fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana ski resort, officials say. 'I hid from a wall of heat': Eyewitnesses describe escape from Swiss bar inferno One young man told the BBC he went into the bar to look for his little brother, who he thought was inside. Amber snow and ice warnings issued as Arctic air spreads across the UK Colder weather with snow and ice warnings in force will continue over the next few days. Chickenpox vaccines for young children start across UK For the first time, children will be offered vaccination on the NHS against the common infection which, in rare cases, can be very serious. The great debate about whether the NHS should use magic mushrooms to treat mental health Many clinical trials to test the use of psychedelic medicines for conditions such as depression have been underway since 2022 - with surprising results Deadly clashes between protesters and security forces as Iran unrest grows Videos on social media showed cars set on fire during running battles as protests entered their fifth day. The Traitors returns with new 'secret traitor' in major shake-up Not even the viewers know who host Claudia Winkleman has assigned as the fourth "secret traitor". Crypto users forced to share account details with tax officials The move is designed to ensure people pay all relevant tax on buying and selling crypto. China's BYD set to overtake Tesla as world's top EV seller It would mark the first time the Chinese firm has outpaced its American rival for annual sales. Trump says health is 'perfect' amid ageing concerns In an interview about his health, Trump talked about using hand makeup, getting by on little sleep and taking lots of aspirin. 'You're invisible, you don't exist' - life without a birth certificate Millions around the world are living in the shadows as stateless people as they lack official papers. EastEnders actor 'grateful' to avoid driving ban for speeding Colin Salmon was shown leniency by the court because he cares for his seriously ill wife and daughter. Disbelief as tragedy hits Swiss ski resort on New Year's Day BBC's Silvia Costeloe says the fire happened in the beating heart of lively Crans-Montana. Video shows fire spreading across Swiss bar ceiling The moment a Swiss bar was set ablaze appears to have been captured on video. What we know about the Switzerland ski resort fire Several dozen people are presumed to have died in the fire at a New Year party in the resort of Crans-Montana. Why you don't need electrolytes for everyday exercise Drinks with electrolytes can be expensive but most people are spending money they don't need to. The Papers: 'Horror on the dancefloor' and 'Traitors twist' The fire at a Swiss ski resort bar which has killed dozens dominates Friday's front pages. Weekly quiz: Which Spice Girl got an invite to Adam Peaty and Holly Ramsay's wedding? How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days? What is chickenpox and who can get an NHS vaccine? The standard NHS childhood vaccination programme will include chickenpox from 2 January 2026. Social media fuelled Mamdani's rise. Can he keep the momentum as New York mayor? To succeed in office he will need to keep his supporters engaged with day-to-day governing, experts say. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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