ABC News Top Stories

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ABC News Top Stories delivers the biggest breaking news and headlines from Australia and around the world, updated throughout the day. Get fast, trusted coverage of politics, business, extreme weather, and major national events from the ABC's newsroom direct to your podcast feed.  Whether you're catching up on the morning's top headlines or need a quick update between meetings, ABC News Top Stories gives you the essential news of the day. You can also hear the biggest stories of the day explained in-depth in just a few minutes. Follow now for daily Australian news briefings from the ABC, Australia's most trusted news source.

  1. 47m ago

    Russian strike Ukraine kills 16, ACT joins gun buyback, US threatens economic sanctions on Iran | ABC News Top Stories

    Ukrainian officials say 22 children are among the scores of people wounded in a Russian drone attack on a shopping centre. The daylight strike in the city of Kryvyi Rih left at least 16 people dead and more than 120 wounded. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the attack came in two waves, half an hour apart, in a bid to target emergency services. This man says he did his best to help the injured. + Home Affairs Minister, Tony Burke, says it's in the national interest for more states and territories to join the federal government's gun buyback scheme. The ACT has become the second jurisdiction to agree to take part, after New South Wales signed up last week. The Commonwealth unveiled the scheme in the wake of the Bondi Beach terrorist attack - but some states such as Queensland are refusing to support it. Mr Burke says the government is working with the states in good faith. + US President Donald Trump says Washington is observing "what happens" as he threatens crippling economic sanctions targeting Iran. Iran's Foreign Minister says that the so called crushing economic operation is "bound to fail". Mr Trump says Iran has been militarily defeated and can't afford to pay its soldiers and police. Press the 'Follow' or '+' button on this show page to add us to your playlist, so you never miss an episode. For more news, politics and current affairs podcasts go to ABC listen.

  2. 18h ago

    What we know now about the Sydney Swans scandal

    A lawyer representing two women involved in the Sydney Swans scandal says his clients intend to seek damages for "pain and suffering" following the incident. ABC reporting suggests there's an allegation that one player touched a woman without her consent. How has the scandal unfolded?

    What we know now about the Sydney Swans scandal

  3. 21h ago

    The alleged plot to steal Ukraine's defence secrets

    The Australian Federal Police have charged a dual Russian-Australian citizen with foreign interference, accusing the man of attempting to send secrets to Russia. It's alleged he infiltrated the Ukrainian military with ulterior motives. It's the first time that someone has been charged since Australia introduced tougher foreign interference laws in 2018.

    The alleged plot to steal Ukraine's defence secrets

  4. 1d ago

    Can AI help ease traffic congestion?

    A Queensland council is hoping a trial of traffic lights equipped with artificial intelligence will help ease congestion. In an Australian first Moreton Bay council north of Brisbane will install the AI powered light at one intersection.

    Can AI help ease traffic congestion?

  5. 1d ago

    What's prompting the gear shift from petrol to electric vehicles?

    Electric vehicles are no longer a niche choice in Australia. More drivers than ever are swapping petrol for battery power, with recent data showing almost half of all new vehicles sold in the first half of the year were either electric or hybrid. And for the first time, battery-electric vehicles edged ahead of petrol hybrids. So, are we reaching a tipping point?

    What's prompting the gear shift from petrol to electric vehicles?

  6. 1d ago

    How missing hiker Lily Hooper was mistakenly reported alive

    NSW Police have apologised "unreservedly" after the family of missing bushwalker Lily Hooper were mistakenly told she had been found alive. The 18 year old's disappearance sparked an eight-day search in the New South Wales Southern Highlands. Hopes were raised for a short time due to a miscommunication, but a body believed to be that of Ms Hooper was located in bushland.

    How missing hiker Lily Hooper was mistakenly reported alive

  7. 1d ago

    What Harry and Meghan will do back in Britain

    The British Royals who left their day jobs in the UK and embarked on a new life in the United States are going home. Prince Harry and Meghan are set to arrive within two weeks, as Harry hopes to spend more time with his father, the King. But reconciling a fractured relationship with his brother, William, the heir to the throne, might be a step too far.

    What Harry and Meghan will do back in Britain

  8. 2d ago

    Why isn't Israel pursuing criminal charges over the killing of Zomi Frankcom?

    There's been widespread anger over Israel's decision not to pursue criminal charges against soldiers involved in the deaths of seven humanitarian workers, including Australian aid worker Zomi Frankcom. Foreign Minister Penny Wong says she's outraged by the decision and she's expressed Australia's concerns directly with the Israeli ambassador. So who was Zomi Frankcom and how was she killed?

    Why isn't Israel pursuing criminal charges over the killing of Zomi Frankcom?
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ABC News Top Stories delivers the biggest breaking news and headlines from Australia and around the world, updated throughout the day. Get fast, trusted coverage of politics, business, extreme weather, and major national events from the ABC's newsroom direct to your podcast feed.  Whether you're catching up on the morning's top headlines or need a quick update between meetings, ABC News Top Stories gives you the essential news of the day. You can also hear the biggest stories of the day explained in-depth in just a few minutes. Follow now for daily Australian news briefings from the ABC, Australia's most trusted news source.

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  • Channel
    ABC News
  • Creator
    ABC Australia
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    229
  • Rating
    Clean
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