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A van has slammed into a crowd of people at a Pride celebration in the German capital Berlin - killing at least one person and injuring 15 others. Authorities say many of the victims have life threatening injuries. Police say a vehicle ploughed into a group of people at Tiergarten park - and a massive manhunt is underway for those responsible. German officials say it's too early to know anything about possible motivations - or the identity of the perpetrator or perpetrators. The French military is helping firefighters tackle a massive fire near Bordeaux that has forced the evacuation of tens of thousands of people. A massive military transport aircraft is being used to drop fire retardant on the blaze which has left two firefighters dead. Meanwhile, officials in Spain say they're hoping to use a brief respite in the weather to get on top of a massive blaze near the capital Madrid. At least 88-thousand people have been forced from their homes as the fire burns out of control. The Prime Minister says he'll speak to U-S President Donald Trump about his country's increased tariffs on Australian goods. A new 12.5 per cent tariff has been placed on Australian exports to the US, replacing an existing 10 per cent one. The Trump administration argues it's taking action against forced labour and slavery, but Anthony Albanese has pushed back. 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

At least one person has been killed and more than a quarter of a million others have been ordered to leave their homes as massive wildfires spread in France and Spain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

US President Donald Trump has joked about a third presidential term during a speech to the rescheduled White House Correspondents' Dinner.Labor MP Ed Husic says he's disappointed members weren't given a chance to debate the important issue at the three-day conference, describing Palestine as the moral issue of our times.Fast moving wildfires have forced the evacuation of around 200,000 people in southwestern France and central Spain. And both the Australian men's and women's relay teams have won gold in the 4x100m freestyle events at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, while Australia also picked up medals in power lifting and artistic gymnastics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Australian shares have fallen after the oil price spiked to $100 US a barrel, due to more shipping disruptions caused by the war in the Middle East.  A deal has been struck on the sidelines of Labor's national conference to include the strengthening of gambling legislation on the party's policy platform.  The ABC has taken down two episodes from its renowned investigative journalism program Four Corners over concerns about a sacked journalist.  Press the 'Follow' or '+' button on this show page to add us to your playlist, so you never miss an episode.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Trump Administration has confirmed it will enforce new tariffs on 60 trading partners, including Australia. The Albanese Government says it is a disappointing decision that makes no sense.  The European Central Bank is warning of higher inflation, as the price of oil spikes past $100 US a barrel due to the war in the Middle East.  Queensland authorities say they believe a suspected positive case of H5 bird flu has been detected in the state. 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

Energy company Origin has confirmed there has been unauthorised access to and disclosure of some customers' data, with dates of birth and the last few digits of credit cards potentially revealed. Reports suggest a hacker might be sharing details with news outlets. So, what do we know and how worried should you be if you're an Origin customer? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Australia's unemployment rate has remained steady in June at 4.4 per cent in seasonally adjusted terms. More than 76,000 extra people got a job last month, though most of those were part-time. The Trump administration is attempting to downplay concerns that a landmark deal signed with Saudi Arabia could lead to the spread of nuclear technology. And Lesli Berger, former president of the New South Wales Jewish Board of Deputies, has told the Royal Commission on Antisemitism that he spent tens of thousands of dollars on security after his home was graffitied with a swastika in 2024. 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

The Prime Minister has been speaking at the Labor Party's national conference in Adelaide and he has announced his government will create a new Fair Work Court.  Thousands of public school teachers are marching through the streets of Melbourne and are gathering in regional Victoria as educators walk off the job for the second time this year. The latest jobs data is out and the unemployment rate remains steady. 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

Australia's housing market has hit a turning point, with prices falling nationally for the first time in more than three years. Domain's quarterly report shows combined capital city prices dropped 1.4 percent over the quarter, while units fell 1.2 percent. So could this be the end of the housing boom? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brain injury experts and sports professionals are calling for changes in sports at all levels to help prevent neurodegenerative diseases linked to repeated impacts to the head. The discussion has been reignited after Former Socceroos captain and Australian soccer icon Paul Wade  announced he'd been diagnosed with suspected chronic traumatic encephalopathy or CTE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Australia's housing boom has officially entered a downturn, but experts say this small drop after years of growth does not mean houses will all of a sudden become affordable.  Anti-domestic violence campaigners have condemned One Nation leader Pauline Hanson, saying her comments about violence against women put blame on the victims. A former undercover agent with domestic spy agency ASIO who wants to give evidence to the Bondi royal commission is unable to do so, because he cannot get a visa to enter Australia. 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

ChatGPT maker OpenAI says it is still investigating an “unprecedented cyber incident” that led its artificial intelligence systems to break out of a testing environment and hack into another AI company. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Actor and director Rebel Wilson says she looks forward to moving on after a court found she did not defame the lead actor in her film The Deb. A potential data breach at one of Australia's largest energy companies is raising concerns for millions of customers. Origin Energy says it's investigating a security breach that may have affected customer data. And Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers says a potential tax on Australia's gas exports will be discussed at Labor's upcoming national conference.  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

Hollywood actor and director Rebel Wilson has won a defamation case brought against her by the lead actor on her film 'The Deb'. Origin Energy says it is investigating a potential security incident which may involve unauthorised access to some customers' data. Former Socceroos captain Paul Wade says someone within the sport needs to take ownership in addressing concerns around CTE. While CTE can only be confirmed after death, the 64-year-old has publicly revealed his probable diagnosis of the neurodegenerative brain disease. 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

Iranian state television is reporting air defences are being activated in the capital Tehran as the US announces an 11th straight night of attacks on the country. The company behind ChatGTP has revealed its artificial intelligence broke out of containment last week during a security test and made it onto the internet before hacking another AI company. A nationwide test of a national emergency warning system will go ahead next week, despite concerns about the extent of its coverage.  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

The war in the middle east is intensifying. Over the past two weeks, in the wake of a failed ceasefire, the US has escalated strikes on Iran, and so too has Iran on shipping, and its Gulf neighbours. President Donald Trump says the US isn't finished. He's warning American forces could soon target a location known as Pickaxe Mountain, near Iran's heavily damaged Natanz uranium enrichment facility. So what is pickaxe mountain and why is Trump talking about it?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The oil price is climbing back above $90 US a barrel, as another important energy shipping lane appears to be severely disrupted due to the war in the Middle East. Australia's Foreign minister Penny Wong has personally expressed her disappointment and frustration to her Laos counterpart over the handling of an investigation into the deaths of two young Australian women from methanol poisoning. Child protection advocates are criticising controversial reforms to the sector passed by the Northern Territory government in a late-night sitting of 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pauline Hanson’s support base has always been in regional Australia and now it's growing fast.One Nation is pouring money into campaigning in regional areas in the hope of turning new support into seats in parliament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Foreign Minister Penny Wong has met the Foreign Minister of Laos to express disappointment over the handling of the deaths of two young Australian women who died from methanol poisoning in 2024. WA Police has arrested a 16-year-old boy after he allegedly stabbed his mother and younger sister at their home in the south of Perth. And Victoria Police has told the antisemitism Royal Commission there has been a significant increase in antisemitic offending.  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

One Nation leader Pauline Hanson says she has never advocated for the White Australia policy. During a podcast interview with far-right activist and convicted criminal Tommy Robinson, Senator Hanson linked the start of Australia's migration issues to the end of the White Australia policy. Speaking at an event in Perth today, the One Nation leader says her comments about the policy on Mr Robinson's podcast were a response to his question.  An independent review into the family circumstances of Kumanjayi Little Baby prior to her tragic death has found serious departmental failures over how her case was managed. Kumanjayi Little Baby was allegedly murdered near Alice Springs in April. And president of the South Sydney Synagogue, George Foster has told the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion that he was left shaken by protests on the steps of the Sydney Opera House following October 7 Hamas attacks.   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

The price of oil could spike further if Yemen's Houthi rebels succeed in their blockade of Saudi Arabia. The conflict between the Houthis and the Saudis has flared up again in the last week.  It threatens to disrupt shipping in the Red Sea, through which the Saudis have been exporting millions of barrels of oil, while the Strait of Hormuz, on the other side of the Arabian Peninsula is also blocked.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A new front has opened up in the war in the Middle East. The Iranian-backed Houthis in Yemen have announced a maritime blockade against Saudi Arabia. Andy Burnham has begun his tenure as UK Prime Minister by sacking key members of his predecessor's cabinet, as part of a major front bench reshuffle.   The Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion is continuing to examine security arrangements for Australian Jewish communities, during its fifth block of hearings in Melbourne. 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

An Australian mother has given birth to identical quadruplets in what doctors have described as one of the rarest births in the world, as they developed from a single fertilised egg and shared the same placenta.  What makes Australia's identical quadruplets so biologically rare? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kuwait says its air defences are intercepting incoming Iranian fire, after U-S airstrikes hit the Islamic Republic. The US launched new attacks on Iran after announcing the death of another American service member.  A Victorian woman facing terrorism charges after living under Islamic State rule in Syria will be freed on bail. Rayann El Houli has been in custody for about two months, after being charged with being a member of a terrorist organisation and entering a declared area. And Argentina's head coach Lionel Scaloni says he's eternally grateful for his team, despite their 1-nil loss to Spain in the men's soccer World Cup final. The reigning and three-time champions were seeking the first back-to-back tournament victory since Brazil managed it back in 1962 but the result instead gave Spain its second ever win.  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

The US has conducted a new round of airstrikes on Iran after announcing the death of another American service member. One Nation leader Pauline Hanson says she does not regret being interviewed by far-right UK figure Tommy Robinson. And former Socceroo Craig Foster says Spain put on an "unbelievably dominant performance" against Argentina in their 1-0 World Cup final win. 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

Hundreds of protesters have gathered this week at Pine Gap in the Northern Territory, calling for the defence facility to be shut down.  They're concerned about the expansion of the secretive base.  Pine Gap is about 18 kilometres south-west of Alice Springs and while it was originally sold to the public as a space base, the joint Australian-US facility has since expanded to become a major intelligence and surveillance facility.  Its mission and secrecy have made it the target of countless protests. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spain has beaten Argentina 1-0 to win the 2026 World Cup, with Ferran Torres coming off the bench to score the winner in extra time against 10-man Argentina. Torres's goal came at the start of the second period of extra time, after a furiously tense final at the New York/New Jersey stadium in Meadowlands ended goalless after 90 minutes. The win gives Spain its second men's World Cup title, echoing the extra-time goal by Andrés Iniesta in 2010 that led to its first title. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has wrapped up her almost two-week trip to Britain and Europe - a trip she called a "fact finding mission". She’s copped criticism for appearing on a right-wing podcast and for comments about Muslim Australians and Australia's immigration policies, just as the federal government has responded to the Special Envoy's report on Islamophobia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spain has won the FIFA World Cup after beating Argentina with an extra time goal.  Tech giants could be forced to unmask anonymous online bullies under proposed Victorian legislation. Illicit vodka containing a chemical used in paint stripper has been found in a Melbourne bottle shop.   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

Iranian media are reporting fresh US strikes after two American soldiers were killed in Jordan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ukrainian drones have hit two massive warehouses belonging to Russia's largest online retailer, Wildberries. The strikes near Moscow and in the Tambov region were part of a wave of attacks across Russia that left at least nine people dead and more than 80 wounded. A security guard at the warehouse complex says dozens of people were wounded when the drone struck. + The US military has revealed two American troops are dead and one is missing after Iran launched more attacks on the United States Gulf allies. The deaths occurred on Friday during an Iranian ballistic missile and drone attack on an American base in Jordan. A senior Iranian official has warned that full scale war with the United States could soon resume as both sides continue to trade strikes. + One nation leader, Pauline Hanson has given a speech to a mostly empty room as she wrapped up her controversial visit to the UK. Senator Hanson's final official engagement in the UK was a at the Conservative Political Action Conference in London where she used  the speech to blast Australia's immigration policies and net zero target. 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

During the One Nation leader's two-week trip, which Pauline Hanson called a fact-finding mission, she's recorded a podcast episode with far-right campaigner and convicted criminal Tommy Robinson, stayed at a luxury resort, and been touted as a guest speaker at a political gala dinner closed to media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Prime Minister has announced the government's preliminary response to the special envoy’s report to combat Islamophobia. The government has updated its travel advice for Laos, telling Australians to exercise a high degree of caution.There have been reports of explosions across Iran as the US military says it has completed its seventh ​straight ‌night of strikes against the country, ​adding ‌that it targeted military logistics infrastructure and ​other ‌sites. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Telstra has blamed last week's network outage on failures in its maintenance procedures. The telco's executives have been grilled by a Senate inquiry today over the outage, which blocked more than 600 triple zero calls and caused widespread problems on transport and payment networks. Telstra says a fix to an earlier fault was not properly documented, and a crucial software update not performed. CEO Vicki Brady has conceded the telco is at fault. Moira Deeming's political career with the Victorian Liberals is over, after the party's state executive voted to revoke the MP's candidacy for the November election. She had alleged her party room colleague Matthew Guy had assaulted her at a community event in May -- but after police reviewed CCTV, they said no offence was detected. Mrs Deeming has refused to apologise, saying she made the allegation in good faith. The Chinese Foreign ministry has rejected a claim by Donald Trump that China interfered in the 2020 US federal election. The US President made the claim in a speech earlier today, and said the U-S would release documents showing China hacked 220-million voter files. He didn't say how the hacked information may have been used against the US, but also repeated his debunked claim that the 2020 presidential election he lost to Joe Biden was rigged.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

The Chinese embassy in Washington says "China has never and will never interfere in the presidential elections of the U-S". It's in response to President Donald Trump's national address today, in which he repeated claims the 2020 election -- which he lost -- was rigged, despite multiple lawsuits and government agencies failing to find evidence of widespread fraud or manipulation. Experts say he could be laying the groundwork to challenge the results of the midterm elections, which are just four months away, and in which Republican control of Congress is at stake. Telstra says its national outage last week was triggered by maintenance work that caused the system's clocks to go back two decades. CEO Vicki Brady and senior executives have been questioned in a Senate inquiry over the outage that disrupted business, transport, and access to Triple Zero. Ms Brady says Telstra had contacted 8-point-8 million customers, but not all would be eligible for compensation. and a large landslide in China's south-west, has trapped people under rubble and damaged residential buildings. The landslide took place in Chongqing, on the banks of the Wujiang River, with footage verified by the ABC showing massive boulders lying over a buried roadway surrounded by collapsed buildings, including houses. State media is reporting seven people have been pulled from the rubble alive by rescuers. 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

US President Donald Trump has addressed the nation on topics that include elections and voting machines, while revisiting long-debunked conspiracy theories about his 2020 defeat to Democrat Joe Biden.  Federal health minister Mark Butler has rebuked One Nation leader Pauline Hanson's accusation that Muslim migrants are among those taking advantage of the NDIS. The father of one of two young Australian women killed in Laos in a mass methanol poisoning says the handling of an investigation by the local authorities should make tourists think twice about visiting the backpacker destination. 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

The soccer word cup final will see two giant nations of the game face each other early on Monday. Spain and Argentina have a shot at history and so will the countries' respective superstars Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal. And although these two are at opposite ends of their careers,  they've actually already met. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A devastating methanol poisoning incident that killed two Aussie teenagers in Laos in 2024 is back in the spotlight, with the Laos government getting ready to lay charges against those allegedly responsible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The federal government says it is "deeply disappointed" that Laos authorities are not pursuing more serious charges in relation to the deaths of two Australian teenagers in a mass methanol poisoning.  One Nation leader Pauline Hanson says her daughter has the potential to lead the minor party in the future, as it continues to ride high in the polls. National health data shows the allure of vapes and cigarettes might be wearing off, as smoking rates fall to a historic low.  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

Police sources say a man has been arrested after allegedly setting his father on fire and leaving him for dead outside a western Sydney home. The US military is continuing its campaign of strikes against Iran, hitting dozens of targets after reimposing a naval blockade of its ports. Australia's only manganese alloy plant is closing its doors after struggling to find a new buyer.  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

With the conflict between the US and Iran re-intensifying, there's concern about what it'll mean for petrol prices. Can we expect a surge in costs at the bowser again? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Argentina are through to the final after a thrilling late game come back against England in Atlanta. The three Lions opened the score early in the second half with Anthony Gordon finding the back of the net after a Morgan Rodgers cross. The goal galvanised Argentina who took control of the game while England were forced into defending. The Argentinian players' efforts were rewarded at the 85th minute when Enzo Fernandes equalised with a strike from a distance. They kept pushing and seven minutes later Lautaro Martinez hit the winning goal with a header. Both goals came from assists by captain Lionel Messi. Argentina are through to their second final in a row and will now face Spain for a shot at soccer history. The last team that won two consecutive world cups was Brazil in 1958 and 1962. Yesterday Spain booked its place for the final by beating France 2-nil in Dallas. France and England will now face each other for the third place on Sunday morning in Miami. The Spain versus Argentina final will be played in New York on Monday morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Prime Minister has announced the federal government will establish mandatory standards for artificial intelligence -- in a highly-anticipated speech in Sydney. Anthony Albanese says the standards will be presented to state and territory leaders for agreement at National Cabinet next month, with the government aiming to legislate the regulations early next year. He says we must use A-I as an instrument to help create good jobs in Australia -- and that acting now will help ensure the technology works in our national interest. --- US President Donald Trump has backed down on his threat to begin charging a fee for shipping in the strait of Hormuz... but says Iran will still be subjected to a full naval blockade. Overnight, the US and Iran traded more strikes, which have been condemned by the UN as a 'setback for civilians in the region.' Oil prices have receded slightly from yesterday's one-month high, following the decision to allow free passage through the key shipping channel. and homicide detectives are investigating a fatal shooting in Sydney's north west. Emergency crews were called to Carlingford at about seven o'clock this morning, where they found a man aged in his 30s in a car with significant injuries, before he died at the scene. A crime scene's been set-up, and no arrests have been made.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

US president Donald Trump is again claiming to have taken control of the Strait of Hormuz, declaring the US will be the 'guardian of the strait' and get paid for it. Iran has responded by targeting Bahrain and Jordan, as well as two tankers associated with the United Arab Emirates. It's raised fears at home that petrol and diesel costs will surge again, with oil prices rising more than 10 per cent following heightened tensions. A 17-year-old boy is in hospital with life threatening injuries and a 16 year old boy has been arrested, after a stabbing at a school in Brisbane's south. Authorities were called to the campus at Karawatha just before midday after reports of a violent student altercation.The school's Director of Education Tariq Ismail says they're assisting investigators, and support is being provided to students and staff. and Australian artists and musicians will be closely watching the Prime Minister's speech tomorrow on the federal government's artificial intelligence strategy. There's speculation the government is considering carve-outs to copyright law for big tech companies. Legendary Australian children's author, Andy Griffiths, says AI platforms have been unfairly benefiting from people's work -- while DJ Kristy Lee Peters, also known as K-L-P, hopes the federal government sticks to its word in protecting artists. 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

US President Donald Trump is accusing Iran of continuously breaking any deal the two sides reach.Renewed fighting between the US and Iran has pushed global oil prices up again, with Brent crude climbing close to 10 percent. And film producer George Miller says actor Sam Neill was one of the most loved people in the movie industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

US forces say they have ​completed another wave of strikes against Iran, hitting dozens of targets ‌at multiple ⁠locations. US Central Command says it has struck Iranian ​military air-defence ‌systems, coastal radar ⁠sites, ‌missile and ‌drone capabilities, and small ‌boats. Meanwhile,  following air-raid sirens sounding across Bahrain - Iran says it has hit a US base in the country as part of it's second phase of a retaliatory operation. The Home Affairs Minister says the federal government will "not lift a finger" to support suspected Islamic State group fighters in Iraq. According to The Australian newspaper, 13 Australian men accused of being I-S fighters are being interrogated in a prison in Baghdad. Tony Burke wouldn't confirm the number of the men being questioned, but says the cohort's decision to leave Australia was a decision to "hate" the values of the nation. and the Prime Minister and Governor General have paid tribute to the late Australian of the Year, Richard Scolyer at his memorial service at the Sydney Opera House. Thousands gathered in the concert hall for the service for the world-renowned medical researcher, who died last month aged 59.. after a 3 year fight with brain cancer. Anthony Albanese described Richard Scolyer as a "medical revolutionary" who achieved so much before his death, saying his legacy lives on. For more news at any time you can follow the ABC Top Stories podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A state memorial service is taking place at the Sydney Opera House today to remember former Australian of the Year, Professor Richard Scolyer. US President Donald Trump's insisting the Strait of Hormuz remains open, despite Iran's claim to have closed it again, following renewed hostilities in the region. US Republican senator Lindsey Graham has died after a "brief and sudden illness", aged 71. Universities will be appearing at the Royal Commission into anti-Semitism as it begins its fourth block of hearings in Melbourne today. Defending champion Jannik Sinner has won at Wimbledon with a four set defeat of second seed Alexander Zverev. For more news at any time you can follow the ABC Top Stories podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Residents in southern Spain are fleeing their homes as a massive wildfire burns in the mountainous region. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Liberal Senator Kerrynne Liddle has apologised for causing confusion, after claiming a person had died after failing to connect to Triple Zero amid a nationwide Telstra outage on Wednesday.South Australian police have been investigating the death at a regional hospital in the state, but have since confirmed Senator Liddle's comments were "incorrect".In a statement, Senator Liddle offered her condolences to the family of the person who died, while apologising to the wider community for the confusion, saying the concerns raised were based on information available at the time.The missing persons squad has arrested a 16-year-old boy after a body was discovered in a small western Victorian town of Donald.Police believe remains found late yesterday are of 13-year-old Layla Jeffrey, who 'd been missing from her Donald home for six days.A 53-year-old Donald woman and a 55-year-old Melbourne woman are assisting with the investigation, and have not been arrested.Former colleagues of veteran broadcaster Derryn Hinch are remembering him as a polarising person, following his death aged 82.Hinch was best known for his decades-long career in the media, and his efforts to strengthen laws around sexual and violent offenders.He died in his sleep this morning.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.