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In a televised address to his nation, the US President Donald Trump has claimed the American election system is under threat from hacking, foreign interference and exploitation.What has the president alleged and what evidence does he have? 

The federal Opposition is calling on the prime minister to reach out to the Laos government to protest the expected charges being laid over the methanol poisoning deaths of six tourists, including two Australians teenagers.Local officials are expected to announce they'll seek charges that only attract a cumulative jail term of up to one year -- as well as a 16-hundred dollar fine.Deputy Liberal leader Jane Hume says the government needs to pull every diplomatic lever to get justice.The federal government insists it'll continue to advocate on behalf of the girls' families.US President Trump has accused China of extensive interference in the 2020 US elections -- which he lost.In an address to the nation, he says the government is releasing documents showing China hacked 220-million voter files.He says the documents would reveal "shocking vulnerabilities" in election infrastructure, but the Reuters news agency says many appear to show the opposite, or are not related to U-S election infrastructure at ​all.and Telstra CEO Vicky Brady has confirmed the national outage Australia faced last week was due to a delayed software update, and design changes within the telco that weren't properly documented.It meant the maintenance team, who were conducting work in the early hours of last Wednesday morning, didn't know about the changes - which led to an incorrect date spreading through the network.She told the senate inquiry an investigation is underway.And for more news at any time you can follow the ABC Top Stories podcast.

One Nation leader Pauline Hanson is once again causing controversy - appearing on a podcast with convicted criminal and far right activist Tommy Robinson in the UK. So who is Tommy Robinson and why is this conversation so controversial? 

One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has talked about the future of her party in an hour-long podcast with UK far right activist and convicted criminal Tommy Robinson. US President Donald Trump will give a national address today which the White House says will focus on ensuring "election integrity".American media is reporting the President is likely to revisit some of his baseless claims about Republican losses, particularly his own in 2020 to Democrat Joe Biden.The Victorian Government has moved ahead of a major strike of all Victorian public school teachers next week, offering a fresh deal.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.

The US has intensified its strikes targeting Iran, hitting targets further north - while the US fire on ship it had accused of attempting to break the American's naval blockade.Days of back-and-forth strikes by the US and Iran across the Middle East , and renewed threats to the Strait of Hormuz , have strained the interim deal to end the war.Iran's parliament speaker and lead negotiator says Iran is prepared for a fuller military confrontation if the U-S does not live up to the terms of the interim deal.The Australian National University's interim vice-chancellor has apologised for the institution's failure to protect the psychological safety of Jewish students and staff during Pro-Palestinian encampments in 2024.The Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion hearings in Melbourne are focused on the experiences of Jewish staff and students at universities and the institutions' responses.Meanwhile, the head of Monash University says academic freedom should involve "disagreeing well".and hundreds of unionised BHP workers have walked off the job at the mining giant's operations in Port Hedland.The protected industrial action over equal pay and conditions comes after months of negotiations.The eight-hour stoppage is expected to cost BHP millions of dollars in lost revenue, with foregone royalties also set to hit the state government's coffers.The Australian Manufacturing Workers Union says it's about workers wanting to secure their family's future.And for more news at any time you can follow the ABC Top Stories podcast.

The Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is urging state and territory leaders to back his government's plan for a national framework to regulate artificial intelligence ahead of a meeting of national cabinet next month.What will it take to achieve a unified approach?

Hundreds of workers have walked off the job at mining giant BHP's export terminal in Port Hedland after a breakdown in pay negotiations.The 8-hour stoppage is the most significant industrial action in WA's mining industry for a quarter century and comes as the miner reports record levels of iron ore production.Unions are calling for a fair, transparent, enforceable agreement that recognises the specialist skills, difficult conditions, and significant personal cost of workers.The Chamber of Minerals and Energy says unions are holding up Australia's premier economic asset.The antisemitism Royal Commission has heard a staffer at the Australian National University asked for death certificates when a grieving Palestinian student asked for an exam extension.A lawyer for the Australia Palestine Advocacy Network says the student was then told to obtain a notarised translation of the certificates.ANU's acting provost Joan Leach said she was unaware of the case, but agreed the staffer's response was inappropriate and lacked empathy.and Australian Federal Police are hoping for more families to come forward to help identify potential victims of alleged childcare abuser Hamish Tait.The images of childrens' clothing were allegedly taken at a Rouse Hill and Putney childcare centre in Sydney's north west between 2018 and 2024.The 35-year-old is in custody and has been charged with 329 offences, which were allegedly committed between 2009 and 2025.And for more news at any time you can follow the ABC Top Stories podcast.

The Prime Minister has unveiled Australia's AI strategy and signalled that AI companies will not be able to use Australian music, art, books or news to train AI without the consent of the content makers. So who will benefit, and who won’t?

Argentinians are celebrating their country advancing to the World Cup final, while England is left to contemplate yet another heartbreak. Iran's latest threats to disrupt energy markets in the Middle East have raised the possibility it could try and choke off more shipping routes in the region, not just the Strait of Hormuz. The Coalition has again been forced to defend Liberal frontbencher Jacinta Nampijinpa Price over a controversy involving migration. 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.

Australian creatives and unions have welcomed the Prime Minister's speech on regulating artificial intelligence -- but the federal Greens say the plan won't deliver the protections Aussies have been asking for.During a major speech today Anthony Albanese announced a new "Office of AI", which will exist within his department -- and oversee the design of mandatory standards, including legal obligations for large-scale data centres.He also says under the standards, no company would be able to use use Australian books, music, art, or news to build or train AI without consent.WA has recorded two more presumed positive cases of H5 bird flu, in migratory seabirds found on the coast.If confirmed, they bring the total number of confirmed cases in the country to 15, with 9 found in WA.It comes as New Zealand records its first case of the deadly strain on a beach near the capital Wellington.and the US military has reimposed a blockade on Iranian ports - over its attacks on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, sparked new strikes American bases in Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan.The US first imposed the blockade in mid-April and then lifted it in mid-June, a day after signing the interim deal that set a 60-day period for negotiations.But, talks have stalled as fighting over the strait has intensified.And for more news at any time you can follow the ABC Top Stories podcast.

Spain is the first team into the final of the men's soccer World Cup after a two-nil victory over France in their semi-final in Dallas.Who will they face in the final match? 

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has delivered a major speech outlining the government's response to artificial intelligence.So, what's their plan? 

Industrial action set to halt BHP's port operations in WA could cost the mining giant almost $50 million in revenue. So how could it hurt the national economy.Editor's note: The first publication of this segment incorrectly said the disputed enterprise agreement concerned 1,800 staff, the correct figure is 450. This error has been corrected in the audio piece.

Opposition leader Angus Taylor is criticising the federal government's plan for an "Office for Artificial Intelligence" as part of its national framework for AI.The US President says he anticipates the latest round of military strikes against Iran could continue into next week. Britain will introduce an overnight curfew on social media use for teenagers aged 16 and 17.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.

Australia's E-Safety commissioner says sexual extortion in young men "has reach catastrophic proportions", but some experts argue the problem could be under-reported.So what is happening and why are young men most at risk?

The NRMA says domestic wholesale fuel prices are holding "relatively stable", despite the ‌US military ‌launching ​strikes ‌against Iran ​for ‌the ⁠third consecutive ‌day.‌President ​Donald ⁠Trump has also announced he'll reinstate a naval blockade of Iranian ports and impose a 20 per cent charge on all cargo shipped through the Strait of Hormuz.However, maritime law experts say international law generally prohibits any country, including the US, from imposing such tolls.An alleged stabbing at a school in Brisbane's south has left a 17-year-old boy with life-threatening injuries.Emergency services were called to the Islamic College of Brisbane at Karawatha just before midday after reports of an altercation between two students and police say a 16-year-old suspect is assisting officers with inquiries.It's the second alleged stabbing at a Queensland school in as many days -- with a 15-year-old boy charged in Cairns on Monday .and Communications Minister Anika Wells says Telstra has an "awful lot of work to do" to redeem itself following last week's national outage.Potentially millions of people were impacted by the outage, with the telco asking customers who are seeking compensation to make a direct complaint through its website.Claims will then be assessed on a case-by-case basis.And for more news at any time you can follow the ABC Top Stories podcast.

Oil producers say they're having to secure new transport routes, amid renewed fighting between the US and Iran. Australian actor David Wenham has paid tribute to friend Sam Neill, saying he was a "truly good man". And, Australian universities will soon be required to adopt definitions on antisemitism, Islamophobia and racism. For more news at any time you can follow the ABC Top Stories podcast.

Once again there's confusion over the status of the Strait of Hormuz.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has led tributes to award-winning actor Sam Neill, who has died aged 78 after a celebrated career spanning film and television. The New Zealand actor, known for roles in My Brilliant Career and Jurassic Park revealed in April he was cancer free after a five-year battle with blood cancer -- and a statement on his official Instagram says his death was sudden and unexpected. The PM says Neill earned a special place in Australian hearts - praising his dignity, humour and conviction. New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has described him as "one of the greats". The Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion has heard disagreement over whether various protest slogans are antisemitic. Jewish students and staff members at universities told the commission they felt blamed and targeted over the Israel-Palestine conflict, with one teacher describing the phrase "intifada" as a call to violence against Jewish people. But Jewish student Yasmine Johnson from Students for Palestine defended its protest phrases as a "call for freedom" for Palestinian people, and accused some of deliberately misinterpreting the meaning. and the inquest into a mid-air chopper collision that killed four people on the Gold Coast has heard the crash could have been avoided if the pilot had looked right. Sea World Helicopters CEO Brett Newman told the inquest he believed pilot Ashley Jenkinson was "totally distracted" by the front row passengers on the flight -- and that the tragedy should never have happened And for more news at any time you can follow the ABC Top Stories podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There have been fresh allegations about the last known so called 'ISIS bride' still overseas.Security sources from within the notorious Al Roj detention camp in Syria have described Sydney woman Hodan Abby as a cunning, threatening figure.So where does she fit into the picture? 

Thousands have gathered for the state memorial service of Richard Scolyer, a pioneer of cancer research who was a world authority on skin cancer and melanoma diagnosis.An explosive fire at a popular pub in Thailand's capital Bangkok has killed at least 27 people, in one of the deadliest such incidents in the tourist hub in years.One Nation MP Barnaby Joyce has shrugged off new polling that shows support for his party has dropped.For more news at any time you can follow the ABC News Top Stories podcast.

A digital app and webform is being rolled out to replace paper traveller declaration cards in airports.  

The US and Iran are continuing to trade strikes, despite the ceasefire deal signed in June.

England and Argentina will face off in the semi finals of the FIFA World Cup, after they both won their matches in extra time today. Norway hit the back of the net in its match against England, with Andreas Schjelderup's (AHN-dre-ahs SHELL-druhp's) goal late in the first half. A Harry Kane goal for England was ruled out just before half time for a marginal offside. However, Jude Bellingham answered back in the second half to tie the game at 1-1 and send the match into extra time in Miami. The player of the match then went on to score a second in the 93rd minute. The game wasn't without controversy - with a Norway goal disallowed after star Erling Haarland was found to have brought down an England player and the Norwegian goal keeper also claiming the ball hit the wire of a spider cam ahead of an England goal. However, match officials found that the sensor in the ball showed no contact. England will now face Argentina, after they won 3-1 in extra time against Switzerland in Kansas City. A glancing header from Alexis MacAllister in the 10th minute gave Argentina an early advantage with the score 1-0 at half time. Then, Dan Ndoye's second-half strike for Switzerland cancelled out Mac Allister's header before the game changed in the shadows of the second-half hydration break, when Swiss striker Breel Embolo sent off after receiving a second yellow card. Argentina's Julian Avarez and Lautaro Martinez then sealed the game with goals in extra time. Argentina and England will fight for a place in the World Cup Final on Thursday morning local time. For full highlights, you can follow the ABC Sport Daily podcast on ABC listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Queensland police have charged a man with murder after human remains were found in bushland 55 kilometres outside of Toowoomba. Investigators believe it's the body of 30-year-old Jana Armstrong... who hasn't been seen since Tuesday. Police were called to the site off Esk Hampton Road at Redbank Creek at around 10-40 last night where the remains were found and a crime scene was declared. Darling Downs detectives have since conducted a search warrant at a property in the Toowoomba suburb of Harristown and arrested a 48-year-old man. He's been charged with one count of murder as a domestic violence offence. He's due to appear in Toowoomba Magistrates Court tomorrow. A teenage boy has faced court charged over the alleged murder of a 13-year-old girl in western Victoria. Layla Jeffrey was reported missing by family last Sunday, a day after she was last seen in the small town of Donald. It prompted a large scale search of nearby bushland which led to the discovery of human remains on Thursday. A 16-year-old boy was arrested on Friday and appeared in a children's court last night, where he was remanded in custody to face court again at a later date. Typhoon Bavi has made landfall in China's east, bringing destructive winds and heavy rain. Almost two million people have been evacuated from their homes as the system -- which is about the size of France -- bears down. Before reaching China, Bavi lashed Taiwan and Japan's remote islands, leaving tens of thousands of people without power. In the Philippines at least 17 people were killed after the typhoon caused a number of landslides. Iran's supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamanei has called for the assassinations of Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu as revenge for the death of his father Ali Khamanei in the first days of the war. The Israeli and US leaders colluded in an Israeli bombardment of the former leader's residence in central Tehran more than four months ago. The hardening of Iran's position comes on the day the United States has set as a deadline for Iran to commit to guaranteeing freedom of shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. There are fears the death toll from the raging wildfires in Spain will rise. At least 12 people have died, while 23 others remain unaccounted for. A slight drop in temperatures has helped improve conditions for the hundreds of firefighters who have been battling the blaze since it broke out in the country's south-east on Friday. The fire has scorched more than 60 square kilometres of forest and farmland in Andalusia. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Telstra has confirmed it will appear before a federal parliamentary inquiry next week, following the nationwide outage. US President Donald Trump has issued a warning to Iran of what would follow in the event of his assassination, or attempted assassination.Police will examine social media messages as part of the investigation into the suspicious death of a 13–year–old Layla Jeffery in western Victoria. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spain will step onto the field with France in the Cup semi finals after the Spaniards' 2-1 victory over Belgium in Los Angeles.Disappointments plagued the Belgians. They'd already lost captain Youri Tielemans to injury in the warm up.In the second half Belgium goalkeeper, Thibault Courtois had to leave the field with a thigh injury, in tears.Substitute Mikel Merino became a superhero, scoring in the 88th minute to send Spain into the final four.The other quarter finals will be played on Sunday morning Australian time.First up it'll be Norway against England in Miami followed by standing champion team Argentina versus Switzerland in Kansas City.Spain will face France in Wednesday's semi final in Dallas.And for the full highlights, you can follow the ABC Sport Daily podcast on ABC listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spanish emergency services say they are fighting the worst wildfires they have ever faced, which have so far killed at least 12 people. 23 others remain missing.

The federal communications minister says there's no evidence the Telstra outage contributed to the death of a regional South Australian woman on Wednesday.SA Liberal Senator Kerrynne Liddle posted on social media on Wednesday claiming a person had died after they failed to connect to Triple Zero.Telstra has today said there 's no record of a failed call to Triple Zero from the location, while SA's Police Commissioner has said there is "nothing to suggest" the outage "impacted on the woman's passing".The counsel assisting the Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohesian has made a strong rebuke of social media company X.On the final day of hearings in this block examining social media companies, Richard Lancaster has told the commission X has disrespected Australia by refusing to take part in hearings.He says evidence given in the hearings has shown the platform is one of the most profilifc publishers of antisemitic content.Derryn Hinch, the outspoken — and at times controversial — media figure and former senator, has died aged 82.The barnstorming journalist was known for his distinctive broadcast style, honed over decades in the media, as well as his law-breaking crusades to expose sex offenders, which earned him several stints in jail.He later served as a federal senator for Victoria and set up a state political party that successfully won seats in Victoria's parliament.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.

Australia's being pitched as a potential global powerhouse for data centres.These are the massive facilities that store, process and move the data behind everything from cloud computing to artificial intelligence.But as billions of dollars flow into new projects, a fierce debate is emerging over who benefits, and who bears the cost.

France has become the first team to qualify for the semis after they beat Morocco 2-nil in Boston.the two sides were locked in at nil all at half time despite France having all the chances and captain Kylian Mbappe missing a penaltyBut France locked in the win with two goals in just over five minutes.Mbappe scored the opener at the 60st minute and Ousmane Dembele found the back of the net after a counter attack shortly after.It'll be the side's third straight semi final at a world cup.Les Bleus will face either Spain or Belgium in Dallas for a spot in the final, these two teams are playing their quarter final match tomorrow morning in Los Angeles.The other quarter finals will be played on Sunday morning.First up it'll be Norway against England in Miami followed by Argentina versus Switzerland in Kansas City.

Telstra's CEO Vicki Brady has admitted the major telco has let its customers down and says the network has returned to normal as it investigates the major nationwide outage. One Nation's leader Pauline Hanson is calling on the Coalition to work with her to get rid of the Albanese Government, as her party cops fierce criticism from Opposition leader Angus Taylor. Research suggests the typical worker's pay has not kept pace with productivity growth in Australia for 30 years. 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.

Australia's telecommunications network is in the spotlight after a massive Telstra outage on July 8. So how can we avoid these in the future?

Telstra is working closely with South Australian police to establish whether the death of a person in a regional hospital is linked to the network's outage.Iran has launched attacks on US military infrastructure in Gulf states, in response to American strikes, putting the latest ceasefire agreement under a lot of strain. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will wrap up his two-day visit to Australia today after attending a huge rally with Indian Australians.Opposition leader Angus Taylor has made his strongest comments yet pushing back on the rise of One Nation in the polls. A seal who keeps visiting Tasmania and has become a global internet sensation appears to have once again left the state, and swam back into the ocean.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.

A fragile push to end the war between the US and Iran has been strained, after the US concluded a second day of airstrikes on Iran.  President Donald Trump says the US hit Iran "very hard", after declaring an interim agreement to end the war was over.It follows attacks on three cargo vessels in the Strait of Hormuz this week, which Iran has not claimed responsibility for.Australia and India's prime ministers have confirmed several new agreements on defence and trade.Following a meeting at Government House in Melbourne today, the prime ministers have announced a joint declaration on defence and security cooperation, along with enhanced maritime co-operation in the Indo-Pacific.Both leaders also welcomed the finalisation of an arrangement which will enable long-term Australian uranium exports to India for exclusively peaceful purposes.Telstra has implemented a fresh "solution" to resolve a secondary software defect that left hundreds of customers unable to make Triple Zero calls during a nationwide network outage.Telstra has confirmed it is no longer commissioning welfare checks arising from the network errors, due to triple zero services returning to normal.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.

It appears Iran is responding with strikes to the latest round of US attacks, as the ceasefire between the two countries falls into tatters. Australia's antisemitism special envoy has accused the ABC of 'marking its own homework' on complaints, during evidence at the Royal Commission.Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Melbourne to a mixed reception.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.

This morning problems continue to plague users of Telstra's mobile network.The US military says it is launching fresh strikes to stop Iran controlling shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. New South Wales has created history, winning a State of Origin decider at Lang Park in Brisbane for just the fourth time in 14 attempts.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.

Telstra says it has fully resolved all issues linked to today's nationwide outage and says it's identified and isolated a software defect which caused the outage. The federal Communications Minister Anika Wells says today's Telstra outage demonstrates why the telcos are the least trusted industry in Australia. Telstra customers across the nation began experiencing issues from around 430am today, with mobile and data connectivity, payment systems and external telecommunication on regional rail networks in Victoria and New South Wales affected. Reserve Bank chief economist Sarah Hunter says rising geopolitical tensions, trade fragmentation and extreme climate events are just some of the shocks facing the Australian economy with increasing frequency. Dr Hunter says the RBA is investing in new economic models, research, and frameworks to deal with these new problems. The central bank's next interest rate meeting will be held on August 10 and 11. Funeral processions for Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei have begun in the holy city of Najaf in Iraq, with thousands of mourners attending. The days-long funeral for the ayatollah, who was killed in air strikes on the first day of the U-S-Israeli war on Iran, began on Saturday, with authorities shutting down streets, airspace and daily life in Tehran for its multitudes of mourners. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Telstra has apologised for a nationwide network outage that has left potentially millions of customers, and tens of thousands of businesses, without coverage.The Prime Minister has described the communications failure as deeply concerning and disruptive to people's lives across the country. Switzerland has reached the FIFA World Cup quarter finals for the fourth time, beating Colombia in a penalty shoot-out.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.

Two popular far right European leaders are vowing to pursue their political ambitions, despite facing significant scrutiny over issues relating to alleged fraudulent finances. 

Russian athletes could be allowed to compete for their country at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles after the International Olympic Committee provisionally lifted its suspension. So what's behind the move?

The powerful organisation that rules world soccer, FIFA, is once again at the centre of a controversy.FIFA president Gianni Infantino has defended the independent disciplinary committee's decision to clear American striker Folarin Balogun to play in the USA's Round of 16 clash against Belgium.Balogun received a red card against Bosnia and Herzegovina, which automatically triggered a one-game ban, a huge blow for the co-hosts to lose their leading tournament goalscorer.But after FIFA, seemingly out of nowhere, decided to suspend that punishment, a maelstrom of criticism has been unleashed at the governing body, its figurehead, and US President Donald Trump. 

The prime minister says a Chinese missile test over the Pacific yesterday was a "provocative" act.China yesterday launched a nuclear-capable missile from a submarine, landing in the ocean close to the Exclusive Economic Zones of Tuvalu and Kiribati.Anthony Albanese says Australia has made its concerns clear to China.Beijing says the launch was "safe" and part of "routine" military training.TikTok has faced questions at the Royal Commission on antisemitism and social cohestion about how it allowed an offensive post to remain on its platform, despite violating its safety guidelines.TikTok executive Zachary Hecht told the inquiry, about 98 per cent of harmful content was automatically removed before it could be seen by users in Australia in the first quarter of this year.The commission will also hear from YouTube, which is owned by Google.American fans are torn over whether a decision by soccer's governing body to suspend a one game ban for U-S-A striker, Folarin Balogun was the right move.Balogun and his home nation has bowed out of the tournament, thrashed 4-1 by Belgium in their Round of 16 clash in Seattle.While FIFA insists the reinstatement was an independent decision, U-S President Donald Trump has admitted he called for a review, resulting in claims by European governing body UEFA that the integrity of the competition has been threatened.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.

China's confirmed it launched a nuclear-capable missile armed with a dummy warhead from a submarine in the Pacific Ocean just hours after Australia signed a treaty with Fiji. So does this risk igniting more tensions in the region?

More information is coming out about China's long range missile test in the Pacific which is causing alarm for Australia and the region. Soccer's world governing body is facing widespread criticism over its decision to suspend a one-game ban for an American player following an intervention from the US president. A bizarre incident is unfolding in Melbourne involving the notorious Pam and Bird graffiti tag. 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.

China has test-fired a ballistic missile armed with a dummy warhead in the Pacific Ocean, a move that 's been labelled "destabilising to the region" by the Australian government.

China appears to be preparing to test a ballistic missile with a dummy warhead in the Pacific Ocean.Chinese state media outlet Xinhua has confirmed a missile test has been carried out in the Pacific.The Australian government, along with other countries in the region, were alerted to the planned test earlier today.The Xinhua report says a 'strategic missile' was launched from a submarine, and landed in the target area in the Pacific Ocean.The test comes within hours of Australia signing a landmark defence treaty with Fiji pledging to aid one another in the event of an armed attack.A Melbourne suburban football club has asked authorities to look at the way hard cricket pitches are covered on multi-use ovals.27-year-old Nathan Fitzgerald is continuing to receive end-of-life care after suffering critical head injuries during a game in Melbourne's north on the weekend.Hard cricket pitches are often covered by artificial turf and sand when other sports are played on ovals.A Meta policy director has told the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion that sweeping changes to its community standards on hate speech did not lead to more antisemitic content on its platforms.Benjamin Good also denied that the reliance on user-reported violations had resulted in "substantial" complaints from Jewish advocacy groups.Four antisemitic posts that appeared on Facebook during the royal commission's hearings, which were initially not deemed to have violated community standards, were removed after a review.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.

The Prime Minister is in the middle of a scandal over comments he made about superstar Kylie Minogue on a podcast. 

Fans and experts are trying to figure out what went wrong after the Socceroos' loss to Egypt ended Australia's World Cup campaign.