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News from the ABC Australia Surprise gift leaves Aboriginal war veteran 'pleased as bloody punch' It took Wiradjuri man Victor Bartley 16 years to be recognised for his military service. Now, 55 years after he came home, a charity has tracked him down to offer him thanks. 'New thinking': Modular homes factory to 'turbocharge' NSW housing supply The modular home model would involve sections of rooms being constructed off-site in a dedicated facility before being transported to new developments across NSW. Buyers stuck in contracts for ambitious skyscraper that isn’t being built Apartment buyers who were sold on ambitious plans for the tallest building in the country say they're facing up to a decade of uncertainty after the head-turning project faltered. Opposition backs Israel's right to military action in Lebanon The Shadow Foreign Affairs Minister has defended Israel’s right to continue its military operation in Lebanon, despite an MOU between the US and Iran which commits to an end to the war. Australian wool is 'back in vogue' as the sector experiences a resurgence A strong wool price is inspiring optimism among young professionals as the industry bounces back. Why fuel excise cut is being extended by another month but at smaller discount The fuel excise cut was due to stop at the end of the month but will continue to a lesser extent until August. Here's why. Russian timber getting into Australia by exploiting loopholes, industry says Russian imports have faced tariffs since the start of the war in Ukraine, but timber is being rerouted through third countries and is entering Australia. Boy, 12, dies in Cairns car crash Police say the car was reported stolen an hour before the accident at around 4am. Clark survives 'worst shot' to hold commanding US Open lead Wyndham Clark establishes a comfortable buffer at the top of the leaderboard at Shinnecock Hills, with world number one Scottie Scheffler among the chasing pack. Rescuers cry as baby turtles embark on 1,400km journey Two turtles are set to be flown 1,400 kilometres in a journey that could take them from Western Australia to Madagascar. Fears policy change exposes farmers using own gear to fight fires More than half of Queensland's volunteer rural fire brigades use privately owned vehicles to fight bushfires, with insurance changes leaving them to question their coverage. Inside the major clean-up of a river city struck by flood Forty flood-ravaged boats and 26 missing pontoons wash up in remote places following a major flood through Bundaberg, some travelling more than 100 kilometres to the outer reef islands. How two budding chefs went from regional Australia to national TV From cooking for farmers during seeding or creating a meat box that "wasn't edible", these chefs from Western Australia are now showing off their skills on a national stage for this year's season of MasterChef Australia. Vet's chance discovery of first H5 bird flu variant case during beach walk A walk along the beach with a friend turned into the significant discovery. Meloni tells Trump to 'focus on your own popularity' Italy's Giorgia Meloni has taken to social media to tell US President Donald Trump to focus on his own popularity following his claim that she begged for a photo together. Trump says Reflecting Pool may be drained for repairs after 'vandalism' Donald Trump says the newly revamped Reflecting Pool needs "repairs" and that multiple people have been arrested for vandalising the Washington DC water feature. Swimmers return to shark attack beach to support Sydney mum A community reeling from a shark attack off Sydney which left a woman in critical condition has returned to the water for a swim-out to support the victim's family. Police investigate fatal shooting in Melbourne's north-west A crime scene is established in Ascot Vale after a man in his 30s was fatally shot. Ticketless travel for Melbourne trams has arrived From today, Melbourne tram commuters can use their credit card, phone or smartwatch to get around. Is 'baby brain' real? A neuroscientist explains The fog new parents feel is real, but it seems to be driven less by motherhood rewiring the brain than by exhaustion, overload and the relentless demands of caring for a tiny human. News from the BBC World Service US-Iran talks to begin in Switzerland as Tehran says it closed Strait of Hormuz The US disputed Iran's claim the waterway is shut, a move Tehran says was a response to Israeli attacks in Lebanon. Nine people in critical condition among 100 injured in fatal Bedford train crash British Transport Police says the collision, which killed a train driver, is being investigated. Talk of Starmer staying on to fight is fading - fast After Andy Burnham’s by-election victory, support for the prime minister is evaporating, writes Laura Kuenssberg. King Charles to reveal personal tax bill for first time as monarch For the first time, the annual financial report for the royals will include how much tax is paid by the monarch. Extreme heat warning expanded as 37C heatwave approaches UK After a slightly cooler Saturday, temperatures will rise again, possibly touching 36C by Tuesday with a Met Office amber extreme heat warning set to come into force. Man charged after suspected anti-Muslim attacks in Edinburgh Two people were injured close to a mosque and a man was later seen battering the door of a pizzeria as members of the public run away. Three men killed following fire in west London The men were rescued from a pavilion in White City but died shortly after, authorities said. Fastest World Cup to 100 goals in 68 years - are balls and breaks behind it? The 2026 World Cup becomes the fastest edition of the tournament to hit 100 goals since 1958 - with the landmark reached in the 33rd game. But what is behind the scoring spree? Why Harry Kane is different at this tournament Former England captain Alan Shearer explains what has changed for Harry Kane since his struggles at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Nervy, optimist, die-hard: What sort of fan are you? Take our World Cup quiz and discover your fan personality type. Why the social media ban is about so much more than social media If we are witnessing a profound shift in the online space, how will it reshape our relationship with it? Technology and AI editor Zoe Kleinman writes. Tequila spritz and dot cakes - why these summer trends are having a moment Fairy cakes, milk bread and a fresh take on a popular cocktail will be big in the coming months. Steve Rosenberg: Moscow oil refinery attack brings Russia's war with Ukraine closer to home There are moments when life in Moscow feels completely normal - Thursday morning wasn't one of them, writes Steve Rosenberg. At CrimeCon true crime obsessives come face-to-face with real loss Victims' families say there are ways to be an ethical true-crime fan - not an exploitative one. Love Pride but hate big parades? These places are doing it differently From Glasgow to Salford, smaller, unique events are celebrating the LGBTQ+ community. Jeremy Clarkson in remission from prostate cancer The presenter shared his "aggressive" cancer diagnosis on an episode of Clarkson's Farm earlier this week. Colombia's escalating, brutal internal conflict is defining its presidential election A left-wing senator who backs talks with armed gangs faces an outsider endorsed by Trump. Why an AI company cleaned my New York City apartment for free An AI company is sending free cleaners door-to-door in a bid to train the robots it hopes one day will replace them. France bans alcohol consumption at music festival events under red heatwave alert The annual Fête de la Musique celebrations draw millions to the streets but the most serious heatwave warnings have been issued for 35 of the country's departments. Backstage at Gorillaz' epic, one-off stadium show: 'The vibe is ridiculous' Damon Albarn, De La Soul and Moonchild Sannelly talk backstage as Gorillaz play their biggest show. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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