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News from the ABC Australia

Mabil says One Nation monoculture debate 'bulls***' as Socceroos land home
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

The Socceroo star says anyone "trying to divide" the community was "probably not Australian themselves."   

From chocolate to apple and miso, four of our best self-saucing puddings
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

You'd never guess it but self-saucing puddings are so easy to make. Here are four of our best for you try while the weather is cool. 

Qld premier defends 'breach bail, go to jail' amid concerns over capacity of facilities
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

The Queensland premier has dismissed concerns about the capacity of youth detention centres to house juvenile offenders who are jailed for breaching their bail.

China to test ballistic missile in South Pacific
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

China appears to be preparing to test a ballistic missile with a dummy warhead in the Pacific Ocean. The ABC has been told that the Chinese government has informed governments in the region about the test.

Quick hits: England star hurt in celebrations, Haaland surprises himself
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

England revels in a famous victory over Mexico, but the celebrations come at a cost for one star, while Erling Haaland's brilliance even has the man himself dumbfounded. Here are today's World Cup quick hits.

Molineux proves inspired choice after leading Aussies to World Cup win
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

Sophie Molineux is praised for her leadership ability after guiding Australia to its Women's T20 World Cup victory.

'Like a small iceberg': Rare whale calf spotted swimming off east coast
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

The calf, thought to be one of only a dozen in the Southern Hemisphere, has been spotted swimming alongside its mother.

SANFL avoids strike action after months of negotiations over pay
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

SANFL Players' Association members have voted for a memorandum of understanding with the state league amid an ongoing decline in players' pay.

Police search underway for person who fatally stabbed man at Taree
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

Police are asking for public help to find the person who fatally stabbed a man found at a home at Taree on the NSW Mid North Coast early this morning.

Ice-cold Haaland triumphs again at World Cup, Brazil with a long road back
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

Brazil has long been trying to re-capture its glory days, but they are fading further into obscurity, while Erling Haaland proves Norway is a genuine World Cup threat in 2-1 win. 

Munster ready to 'run through a brick wall' for Maroons in Origin decider
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

Cameron Munster wants to honour Queensland State of Origin greats by leading the Maroons to a series victory over NSW in Brisbane on Wednesday night.

Wildcards from Whyalla return to win grand prix after earlier heartbreak
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

A year after a devastating technical disqualification snatched victory from five South Australian teens at a hydrogen-powered engineering race, they returned as wildcard entrants to the 2026 H2 Grand Prix Finals in Switzerland. 

Space agency weighs in on mystery objects washed up on Qld beach
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

Australia's Space Agency says objects found on a north Queensland beach are likely pressure vessels from a space launch vehicle. 

Nigel Farage referred to watchdog over 'gifts' from crypto investor 'Posh George'
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

Nigel Farage was reportedly provided with security services, social media support and accommodation by George Cottrell, a 32-year-old crypto investor who previously served eight months in prison for wire fraud.

Alleged Mongols associate on the run after escaping custody in Darwin
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

Police are searching for remand prisoner Isaac Thompson, 26, who they say is a "known associate" of the Mongols outlaw motorcycle gang, after he escaped custody during a medical transfer on Sunday night.

Whale freed from fishing line in 'unprecedented' entanglement spike
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

Whale rescuers say there have been 24 entanglements already this migration season. Meanwhile, a small whale was euthanised after it stranded itself on a beach near Newcastle, despite rescue efforts from residents and experts.

Removal of hateful content on Meta far less after moderation changes
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

A Meta executive has rejected claims a change in the company's policies led to a rise in antisemitism while giving evidence to the royal commission.

First Nations community taking cancer care into its own hands
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

A new program in Far North Queensland aims to make life easier for people receiving treatment for cancer, while reducing the number of people who develop the disease. 

By-election to follow minister's resignation amid One Nation surge
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

WA Labor stalwart and senior state cabinet minister Paul Papalia has announced he is quitting politics after nearly two decades, triggering a by-election in his southern Perth seat.

The yellow blocks creating a 'game of cat and mouse' in Gaza
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

The "Yellow Line" that marks the boundary of Israeli-controlled territory in Gaza has been moved deeper into the enclave.



News from the BBC World Service

England win 3-2 thriller at the Azteca to reach quarter-finals
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

Jude Bellingham scores twice and Harry Kane converts a penalty as 10-man England beat Mexico 3-2 in the World Cup.

Pizza Express held inquiry into Andrew's Woking claim
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

BBC Newsnight has learnt the pizza chain held an internal investigation into the former prince's assertion that he had visited its Woking branch.

Wegovy weight loss pill now available in UK - here's what you need to know
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

The once-a-day pill, from the makers of the Wegovy weight-loss jab, can now be bought privately in UK pharmacies.

'I ate ketchup and cheese', says Venezuelan girl trapped under quake rubble for 32 hours
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

Fabiana was trapped in the rubble of a 10-storey residential building after two earthquakes rocked Venezuela in June.

Overseas voters moving to UK could face £100,000 donations cap for year
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

The planned changes are part of the government's response to a review of political funding.

The dark side of the Brazilian butt lift boom
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

The aesthetics industry is worth billions but campaigners say there have been numerous cases of serious harm.

Nine killed in Russian strikes on Kyiv on eve of Nato summit in Turkey
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

Crews are racing to find survivors under rubble as Russia targets Kyiv in air strikes for the second time in a week.

Former partner of journalist Lyra McKee hopes her death haunts killer
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

Sara Canning described the gunman who killed Lyra as "pathetic" and believes there will never be justice.

Benedict's Law to overhaul school allergy training
Posted on Sunday July 05, 2026

Benedict Blythe died after an accidental exposure to an allergen at school in 2021.

Police leadership needs fundamental overhaul, review finds
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

Development and recruitment processes in the service need reforming, an independent report says.

Australian PM apologises for 'inappropriate' comments about Kylie Minogue
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

Albanese has apologised 'unequivocally' after his remarks prompted a backlash.

Watch fans react to every goal of England v Mexico game
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

Watch as fans across the UK and in Mexico City cheer each goal of the England v Mexico World Cup match.

World Cup referees are just not good enough - Tuchel
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

England head coach Thomas Tuchel said referees at the World Cup "are just not good enough" after the dramatic last-16 win over Mexico.

The man England will fear most - Haaland fires Norway to history with win over Brazil
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

Erling Haaland has scored seven goals in four World Cup games and he is the striker that nobody wants to face as he fires Norway into an historic quarter-final.

Who produced another iconic performance? England player ratings
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

BBC Sport England reporter Alex Howell rates how the Three Lions players performed in the last-16 win over Mexico.

Three things you can do to stop EU border checks at the airport costing you
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

Queues are expected at airports this summer owing to EU's new digital border control system.

London Diamond League is pricing us out, say families
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

Some call the UK's flagship athletics meet "exorbitant", with analysis showing events elsewhere are cheaper.

The Papers: 'Farage: I've done nothing wrong' and 'hangover of God'
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

Reports Reform UK leader Nigel Farage did not declare benefits from an ally in the year before he became an MP lead a number of papers.

A global hub for fake luxury goods, Vietnam cracks down on its black market
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

The Trump administration wants Vietnam to stamp out its booming counterfeit industry. Locals are divided.

Marine Le Pen appeal verdict: Why this moment matters for France
Posted on Monday July 06, 2026

The leader of France's National Rally leads the opinion polls ahead of the 2027 presidential election and will now find out if she can stand.



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