US helicopter downed by Iranian drone near Hormuz

Late‑term abortion Bill crushed in lower house despite Premier’s support

‘Cruel’ abortion Bill torpedoed after dramatic night in South Australia’s parliament. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Alleged arsonists torch Logan froyo shop

A frozen yoghurt shop in Logan, south of Brisbane, was set alight just weeks after opening. CCTV footage shows alleged arsonists pouring liquid on the floor of Chill-Lux Froyo before the building became engulfed in flames. Police have deemed the fire suspicious but no charges have been laid. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

US and Iran sign historic peace deal

The United States and Iran have signed a 14-point Memorandum of Understanding that will see the Strait of Hormuz reopened and all hostilities ended. President Donald Trump signed the peace deal at the Palace of Versailles in France following G7 meetings, with Pakistan acting as key mediator. The agreement initiates a 60-day countdown for both nations to negotiate a permanent deal, requires Iran to forgo nuclear weapons development, ends hostilities including in Lebanon, and establishes a $300 billion reconstruction fund for Iran funded by the US and regional partners, though the US is not required to contribute financially. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Prince and Princess of Wales return to Royal Ascot

The Prince and Princess of Wales attended day two of Royal Ascot, joining the King and Queen in the royal procession via horse-drawn carriage. This marks Catherine's first return to the racecourse in three years, attending the Prince of Wales' Stakes at the annual racing event. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Jackie O's $82 million case continues after Kyle settlement

Radio presenter Jackie O Henderson's $82 million legal case against former employer ARN continues in court, following the termination of her contract after the February on-air clash that ended the Kyle and Jackie O show. Former co-host Kyle Sandilands has settled his dispute with ARN for $12 million over three years, plus a role in his new streaming venture. Henderson's case is scheduled for a two-week trial in mid-October, with the matter returning to court in August. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.