These Afghans trusted the US, but now they say it's handed them 'a death sentence'
Afghans who fled after the Taliban takeover were all set for new lives in the United States until Donald Trump signed an executive order pausing the refugee program, leaving people with approved visas and booked flights dreading a return to Taliban rule.
Millions will see a 'blood moon' eclipse this week. But what about Australia?
While America is set to see an incredible "blood moon" this week, only a fraction of Australians will see a sliver of the final moments of a partial lunar eclipse. Here's when and what to look for if you are one of the lucky ones.
We build almost everything on a production line. Why not housing?
Prefab housing has been touted as the answer to Australia's housing supply for years, but it's an industry plagued with high costs, low scale and a desperate need for investment if it's ever going to be a solution.
Albanese invokes 'Team Australia' in pitch to buy local after Trump tariffs
The PM suggests Australians should by local goods instead of American ones ahead of a federal budget expected to have an "Australian-made" theme.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-13/albanese-urges-buy-australian-after-trump-tariffs/105044144
Charity puts sleeping trailers up for sale after council knockback
A trailer fitted with sleeping pods intended to give homeless people a safe and warm place to sleep at night is up for sale after a charity was refused permission to operate them on council land.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-13/strike-it-out-selling-sleeping-pod-shower-trailers/105041970
Trump has opened a stark pre-election opened between Albanese and Dutton
The government is banking on voters appreciating that this time around with Trump is different.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-13/anthony-albanese-labor-trump-tariffs/105041630
Former Syrian diplomat shot dead as death toll from mass violence rises above 1,300
Armed men stormed the home of Noureddine al-Labbad in the town of Al-Sanamayn, opening fire on him and his brother before fleeing, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights says.
'Acted of our fear': MP questions NSW antisemitic laws after caravan hoax
Hate speech laws were passed in NSW after an explosives-laden caravan was found in Dural alongside a note referencing The Great Synagogue, since revealed to be a hoax. One MP says parliament was "completely mislead".
Vaccinated teen gets diphtheria amid 'full outbreak response' to dengue cases
Health authorities in Townsville are urging people to take precautions following a rare diphtheria diagnosis and a growing cluster of dengue fever infections.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-12/dengue-diphtheria-cases-townsville-health-warning/105041454
'Eyeball' Trump: Former ambassador's advice for Australia's next PM
Anthony Albanese may be under attack from the Coalition, but Arthur Sinodinos knows Donald Trump well and believes the PM has taken the right approach to US tariffs.
Aussie sevens great to make Super Rugby Women's debut
In a major boost to the Super Rugby Women's competition, Charlotte Caslick will make her first appearance for the Queensland Reds when they face the NSW Waratahs in Brisbane on Sunday.
Cassius Turvey murder accused claimed he acted in self-defence, trial hears
A court hears one of the four people accused of murdering Cassius Turvey initially told police he had been "stressed" in the days leading up to the alleged attack and had acted in self-defence.
Fatal one-punch attack of 'fun-loving' man caught on CCTV
South Australia's Supreme Court has released CCTV footage of Mathew Hawkins's fatal one-punch attack on Luke Sweetman — who was backing away — when he was struck outside a suburban Adelaide hotel.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-12/mathew-hawkins-cctv-fatal-one-punch-luke-sweetman/105041702
The 'criminal gig economy' linked to Sydney's antisemitic attacks
More than a dozen people are facing charges over alleged antisemitic incidents across Sydney. But authorities now say the acts were organised by organised criminals for potential capital.
Victoria launches dramatic legal reforms to fight rising crime
Premier Jacinta Allan promises to "jolt the system" by banning machetes and enacting tougher bail laws for both young and adult offenders in the face of growing crime rates.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-12/victoria-reforming-bail-machete-crime-laws/105035368
Former Catholic schoolboy suing Christian Brothers over alleged abuse
Callum* was a student at Catholic school from 1977 until 1981. He has told a court he was sexually abused twice by a sports coach at the Christian Brothers-run school.
Dutton has long enjoyed the power of low expectations, but something's changing
For nearly three years now, Peter Dutton has deployed — with considerable success — one of the few orthodox political tactics which remains a good bet even in these strange times: Set expectations low and clear them with ease.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-12/peter-dutton-strategic-advantage-election/105038094
Armed militants take 450 people hostage on a train in Pakistan
A militant group said it bombed the train track before taking control of a train in Balochistan province.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-11/armed-militants-take-450-people-hostage-in-pakistan/105039640
How to prevent mould in your home after ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred
If your area was lashed by ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, chances are your home is feeling a little damp right now. It creates the perfect conditions for mould to take hold.
Mark Carney: The man tasked with saving Canada from Trump
Canada’s next prime minister steps into the role with no prior political experience but a distinguished career in global finance.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-11/mark-carney-the-man-tasked-saving-canada-from-trump/105036954