Firearm found near body after suspicious death on Fraser Coast
Police are investigating the discovery of the body of a man aged in his 50s near Maryborough.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-17/police-investigating-suspicious-death-fraser-coast/105061098
New police operation into alleged continued bikie infiltration of CFMEU
Victoria Police is launching a new operation into ongoing accusations of corrupt and violence in the construction division of the CFMEU, including on state government's Big Build projects.
Abuse case against Hobart Catholic school resolved part-way through trial
A trial involving allegations of sexual and physical abuse at Hobart Catholic school St Virgil's College has been abandoned after a settlement was reached at the weekend.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-17/christian-brothers-st-virgils-college-settlement/105060786
Jim Chalmers confirms deficit in next week's federal budget
Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers confirms the brief era of budget surpluses will end next week, when he will hand down a budget in deficit.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-17/chalmers-deficit-federal-budget-confirmation/105060688
US deports more than 200 alleged Venezuelan gang members to El Salvador
At least 238 alleged members of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua are deported and sent to El Salvador.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-17/venezuelan-gang-members-deported-to-el-salvador/105060120
'I know exactly what I'm doing': Why Kuhnemann always knew his action would be cleared
The eyes of the cricket world were on Matt Kuhnemann after his bowling was reported during Australia's tour of Sri Lanka but the Tasmanian spinner never doubted for a moment his action would be deemed legal.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-17/matthew-kuhnemann-podcast-bowling-action-cleared/105060584
Netanyahu moves to sack intelligence chief after accusing him of 'blackmail'
The Israeli prime minister says the nation’s security cabinet will vote to dismiss the top spy, after an extraordinary breakdown between the pair.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-17/netanyahu-moves-to-sack-intelligence-chief/105060526
Why was the North Macedonia nightclub fire so deadly?
There was only one fire exit in the building, which was reportedly at double capacity and had bars on its bathroom windows.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-17/north-macedonia-nightclub-fire-club-pulse-dnk/105059772
As Trump abandons climate action, we must accept net zero won't happen
While markets and media were chasing Donald Trump’s tariff fiasco last week, something far more important was unfolding in East Palestine, Ohio.
How cancer treatment sharpened Jess Hill's focus on preventing gendered violence
A restless period of cancer treatment gave Jess Hill the clarity and courage to finally voice her ideas about why Australia's National Plan for Ending Gender Based Violence is failing.
Girt by sea and desperate to avoid it: Fear of water is 'common'
Sisters Diane and Lorraine's fear of the water has had a profound impact on their lives. Jacqueline Wong, who teaches adults to swim, says aquaphobia is the most "common thread" connecting her clients, but it can be overcome.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-17/aquaphobia-fear-of-water-australia-swimming-adults/105002492
Do potatoes deserve their bad reputation as an unhealthy food?
Potatoes are one of the world's most common vegetables, yet they are probably the most misunderstood.
US nuclear submarine commander urges Australians to back AUKUS
Australians are being assured they will receive the "most advanced warship in the world" under the AUKUS partnership as doubts grow over the nuclear submarine deal.
IVF alternatives, how much they cost, and if they're right for you
A basic understanding of available science-backed treatments can be helpful when navigating the world of infertility. We look at what's available, the costs, and when alternatives to IVF might be relevant for you.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-17/the-options-before-ivf-and-how-much-they-cost/104961252
'We should be pretty worried': Even AI struggles to tell fake from real content
Detectors that are used to uncover deepfake images have ‘major vulnerabilities’ when used on videos they weren’t trained on, and can't keep up with the volume of AI images being generated, a new study suggests.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/science/2025-03-17/deepfake-detectors-ai-generators-fight/105046368
Trans woman told she would be taken to hotel ended up in detention centre
A trans woman visiting from the Philippines says she had intimate photos searched through on her phone by authorities at Sydney International Airport, before being detained at Villawood Immigration Detention Centre.
Donald Trump's new world order has a lesson for Peter Dutton
Donald Trump has left Peter Dutton with a catch 22: distance himself from the Trump agenda if he intends to speak to a wider section of the electorate, while retaining rusted-on voters sympathetic to the US president.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-17/donald-trump-tariff-lesson-for-peter-dutton/105057964
'Poor decision' around NAPLAN could disadvantage Muslim students
The decision to hold crucial exams during one of the most sacred periods in the Islamic calendar will put young Muslims "at a clear disadvantage", a leading educator says.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-17/ramadan-and-fasting-during-naplan-tests/105052358
Jane thought her son was happy in childcare. It was a 'house of horrors'
This mum thought her son was safe and happy in childcare, until a prosecutor called with shocking news.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-17/childcare-jumpstart-mistreatment-four-corners/105051120
Live: The Eels take on Wests Tigers in a stinking hot Western Sydney stadium
The Eels and Wests Tigers both need victories to bounce back after round one defeats in the NRL. Later, the Gold Coast Titans belatedly get their season underway against the Bulldogs at Belmore. Follow live.