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News from the ABC Australia Aussie Kim avoids French course's 'sting' to sit second at golf major Grace Kim records a stunning back nine to sit one stroke off the lead at the fourth women's golf major of the year in France. Why Fletcher and JoJo Siwa are causing controversy in the queer community US singers Jojo Siwa and Cari Fletcher have caused a stir in the queer community. Here's why. At least four dead and 11 missing after Houthi attack on Red Sea cargo ship The death toll from the attack that sank the Liberian-flagged Eternity C ship is the highest from any seaborne assault carried out by the Iranian-backed rebels in the crucial maritime trade route. Gemfields queer community sparkles for bush Mardi Gras Drag bingo and Mardi Gras aren't what you'd typically expect in the thick of the Aussie bush, but this small town welcomes and embraces its queer community. These 14 albums were Australian chart-toppers. But which is the best? From Lorde to Jimmy Barnes and Lady Gaga, we rank every 2025 album that has topped the Australian album charts this year so far. Despite limited opportunities, these women have honed their craft Hakimeh Rahimi wanted to pursue a career in textiles and dreamt of being a fashion designer, but as a child became a refugee and was unable to attend high school. Now in Australia, she hopes to open a sewing shop. Outback NT tourism operators see bright future in 'dark-sky' trend The Northern Territory's expansive night-time skies could offer tourism opportunities for outback businesses contending with years of low visitor numbers. Jofra Archer strikes three balls into long-awaited Test return England quick Jofra Archer takes a wicket just three balls into his Test return, more than four years after his last five-day game for England. Fears king tides could engulf tiny coastal town within months Lancelin Shire president Linda Balcombe says support is needed to rebuild the town's dunes ahead of likely king tides expected in August. Mexican prosecutor prepares case against accused killers of Aussie surfers The Mexican prosecutor leading the case against the suspected murderers of Jake and Callum Robinson says there's still no evidence of cartel involvement. These Tasmanians want to see housing as the number one priority this election Amelia Bird would love to become a home-owner in Tasmania, but she isn't hopeful. Like many others, she is looking at what is being promised at this month's state election for people who want a place of their own. One of Australia's most wanted had everything. Now he faces 262 years' jail One of Australia's most wanted men amassed grand wealth while luring his mates into a police trap. The problem is he may never face justice down under. Gout Gout uses school holidays to win in Monaco Seventeen-year-old Gout Gout wins the under-23 200m race at the Diamond League event in Monaco, where Jess Hull and Peter Bol beat national records. The Aussies taking the world stage in this niche sport More than 300 of Australia's best paddlers have travelled to Germany to compete in next week's World Dragon Boat Racing Championships — and there are 32 Canberra-based competitors among them. Gen X clubbers party like it's the 90s but are home by 9pm It's 3pm on a Saturday in the heart of Surfers Paradise and hundreds of middle-aged revellers are getting ready to dance, but they have no intention of staying up until midnight. 'Everyone comes here now': New culture centre a dream come true for Kaurna elder A new place for Kaurna people to gather and share stories has opened in Port Adelaide, and those involved say they will never forget the reception it has received from the local community. His mate's death left an 'empty space', so Leigh's filling it with hope After a tragic loss, this rural town took the mental health of its shearing community into its own hands, and hopes to spread the message to every shed across the country. Claims of racism on the rise in local councils after Voice failure A wave of decisions to exclude First Nations Australians at the local government level has left many Indigenous communities feeling marginalised. Researchers defend Victoria's elderly driver rules after fatal crash A deadly crash involving a 91-year-old driver has prompted discussion about whether Victoria's rules for elderly drivers need changing in line with other parts of Australia. With four simple words, Erin Patterson's jury gave a community its answer As the jury revealed its verdict, a tension built over weeks of legal arguments and disputed versions of what happened the day Erin Patterson hosted her in-laws for lunch was resolved. News from the BBC World Service BBC correspondent explains the role of fuel switches The BBC's Theo Leggett explains that the two switches were moved which caused the crash Millions face hosepipe bans as UK heatwave reaches 34.7C Heat health alerts for parts of England were issued on Friday and will remain in place until Monday. Trump surveys damage in Texas as search continues for 160 missing Efforts to find and identify the scores of dead and missing continue into a second week. Rayner in deepening row with Unite union over Birmingham bin strikes Unite announced earlier it had suspended her membership over the long-running dispute in Birmingham. Watch: Russians tell BBC how they think Ukraine war will end Russian victory is a key message at the 'Patriotic Festival' a few miles outside Moscow. Gaza's largest functioning hospital facing disaster, medics warn, as Israel widens offensive Nasser hospital in Khan Younis has a critical shortage of fuel and had to stop admitting patients after Israeli tanks advanced nearby on Thursday. Liverpool to retire number 20 in honour of Jota Liverpool are to retire the number 20 shirt in honour of Diogo Jota, who died in a car crash along with his brother Andre Silva. Ruthless Sinner beats Djokovic at Wimbledon to set up Alcaraz final Jannik Sinner will face defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in the Wimbledon final after a ruthless victory over Novak Djokovic. US has resumed military supplies to Ukraine, Zelensky says It comes after US President Donald Trump announced a new deal to supply air defence systems via Nato. GPs to refer patients for gym classes and career coaching to reduce sick notes The aim is to help people return to work quicker and reduce the length of time they need fit notes - better known as sick notes. Former Met Police commissioner Ian Blair dies Ian Blair, later Lord Blair, served as the Metropolitan Police commissioner from 2005 to 2008. Outrage builds over plan to force all Gazans to southern city Critics denounce a plan by Israel's defence minister to relocate all Palestinians in Gaza to a small area in the south. 'Splash and burn' and 'Tax time bomb' The third heatwave engulfing the UK features prominently on the front pages of Saturday's papers. 'All my savings are going': Pub landlords fear closure as costs rise Publicans have contacted Your Voice, Your BBC News to sound alarm about the future of the industry. Trainspotting author Irvine Welsh says we've become 'dumbed-down machines' Author Irvine Welsh has written a sequel called Men in Love, because the world is "so full of hate". Watch: Moment child gets stuck inside a claw machine The child was rescued unharmed from the toy crane game in the US state of Ohio by first responders. 'I was lucky to survive a one-punch attack' Airline pilot Ross McConnell warns of the potential dangers after his attacker in Aberdeen is jailed. As UK faces third heatwave, is this 'just summer'? 2025 is already shaping up to be an extraordinary year for weather records in parts of the UK. Oasis sweep UK charts after reunion frenzy The band go back to number one following their reunion, with two more albums in the top five. Man killed outside five-star hotel in London's Knightsbridge named Blue Stevens, 24, died in a stabbing outside a luxury hotel in west London on Wednesday night. Warnings :: With the extension of the lockdown until Sunday, August 8, Moreton Police would like to urge residents not to become complacent and to adhere to the restrictions. If you are heading out and know you are not complying, then ask yourself these two questions: “Can I afford a $1,378 fine right now?” And more importantly, “Am I willing to put other people and my family/ friends at risk of what could be a life threatening illness for them?” Please stay home, help save lives and don’t abuse the restrictions – they are there for a reason. If you need to familiarise yourself with the restrictions again, you can find the Chief Health Officers directions here. http://health.qld.gov.au Covid-19 jabs are available across Queensland at QLD Health vaccine clinics, Commonwealth jab hubs, GPs, and pharmacies. You can find a full list here https://www.couriermail.com.au/coronavirus/interactive-search-where-to-get-covid-vaccine-in-queensland/news-story/ce381b8c62ee5f0d191eb75d1aedf01c For a QLD Health clinic, you must register and book online at https://www.vaccinebookings.health.qld.gov.au For GPs and Commonwealth jab hubs, look for an appointment near you using the government’s Eligibility Checker website, http://covid-vaccine.healthdirect.gov.au You can also give your usual GP a call to see if they are providing jabs. If you feel you need more information about the jab, or are under 40 and looking to get the AstraZeneca vaccine, speaking to a GP is the most sensible option. For pharmacies, use the Pharmacy Guild of Australia’s Find a Pharmacy tool to find one near you. This may be your go to jab spot if you are in a rural or regional area. http://findapharmacy.com.au
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