Jessica Riga
Jessica Riga is a Digital Journalist with the national ABC News online team. She specialises in live blogging and explainer content, and has live blogged the COVID-19 pandemic, Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the 2022 Australian federal election.
Latest by Jessica Riga
Robert Irwin wins Dancing with the Stars — a decade after sister Bindi
The son of late wildlife conservationist Steve Irwin wins Dancing with the Stars US, lifting the coveted Mirror Ball trophy a decade after his sister won the same title.
Cyclone Fina intensifies as it moves away from NT coast — as it happened
The Bureau of Meteorology says Tropical Cyclone Fina is expected to reach category four strength while still in Northern Territory waters.
Marjorie Taylor Greene to resign after fallout with Donald Trump
Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene, a longtime ally of Donald Trump who recently had a dramatic falling out with the president, has announced she is resigning from Congress.
Roofing partially collapses at Royal Darwin Hospital as Cyclone Fina hits Darwin — as it happened
Tropical Cyclone Fina intensifies to a category three system as it moves away from Darwin.
As Toy Story turns 30, we look back on the film that changed animation
Toy Story made history as the world's first computer-animated feature film. As it celebrates 30 years, we look back on the cinematic hit that sparked a technological revolution.
This billionaire fashion CEO fell to his death. Now his son is an alleged suspect
It was a regular December day when Isak Andic, the billionaire founder of Spanish fast-fashion label Mango, set out on a hike with relatives through the Montserrat caves near Barcelona.
Selena Gomez announces marriage to music producer Benny Blanco
Singer, actor and beauty mogul Selena Gomez marries music producer Benny Blanco, with US media reporting Taylor Swift was in attendance at the star-studded affair.
Topic:Feel Good
The Pitt, Adolescence and The Studio win big as cancelled Colbert gets last laugh at Emmys — as it happened
The Pitt wins Best Drama at the 77th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards, with The Studio, Adolescence and even Stephen Colbert walking away as the biggest winners of the night.
Who said it: Lachlan Murdoch or Succession's Kendall Roy?
As Lachlan Murdoch's ascension to the head of the family business is cemented, can you tell his quotes apart from Succession's self-proclaimed "eldest boy", Kendall Roy?
Qatar says it 'reserves the right to respond' to Israel's 'barbaric' attack — as it happened
Benjamin Netanyahu's office says Israel takes "full responsibility" for an air strike in Doha on Tuesday.
Blood moon delights stargazers as total lunar eclipse seen from Australia
Stargazers around the world are dazzled by the sight of a "blood moon" — or total lunar eclipse — with the spectacular sight even visible from Australia.
Your shortcut guide to F1 and Oscar Piastri as the championship race heats up
Formula 1 is having a moment — and so is Oscar Piastri, the Australian driver who is currently topping the leaderboard. As the race to the championship heats up, now is the perfect time to get up to speed.
Topic:Explainer
Taylor Swift is engaged — will it change how fans relate to her music?
Now that Taylor Swift is entering her bridal era, is this the end of her vast swathes of relatable heartbreak songs that have sound-tracked the lives of her fans?
Sergio Perez and Valtteri Bottas to return to F1 with Cadillac
Former grand prix champions Sergio Perez and Valtteri Bottas are confirmed as the debut line-up for Formula 1's new team, Cadillac.
Manhunt continues in Victoria for suspected identified gunman as two officers killed — as it happened
Local communities have been asked to stay indoors and follow police advice as the search for the gunman continues into the night.
'Daily struggle': Aubrey Plaza speaks about husband's death
Actor Aubrey Plaza speaks for the first time about the sudden death of her husband, Jeff Baena, saying her life has become a daily struggle.
Zelenskyy says no 'unacceptable decisions' made during White House talks — as it happened
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says no "unacceptable decisions" were made during today's White House talks between Donald Trump and European leaders about how to end war in Ukraine.
Taylor Swift, the showgirl? Her album launch has her labelled a 'marketing mastermind'
Taylor Swift's new album might be called The Life of a Showgirl, but her ability to whip her fans into a frenzy ahead of the announcement has one expert calling her a "marketing mastermind".
Tsunami warnings remain in Pacific, Hawaii reports no 'wave of consequence' — as it happened
Tsunami waves reached Hawaii but the US state's governor reports no "wave of consequence" and no damage so far.
Jewellery tycoon Michael Hill dies after taking leave for cancer treatment
Sir Michael Hill, the founder of jewellery brand Michael Hill, has died aged 86. The company has remembered its founder as a "celebrated jeweller, entrepreneur [and] philanthropist".
Astronomer CEO Andy Byron resigns after Coldplay concert saga
Tech CEO Andy Byron resigns after being caught in an embrace with his company's chief people officer at a Coldplay concert.
'Kimmel is next': Trump reacts to Colbert cancellation, hosts rally around star
Late-night talk show hosts rally around Stephen Colbert following the announcement that his show won't return after 2026, with US President Donald Trump writing on social media: "Kimmel is next."
Secret Service staff suspended over attempted Trump assassination
As the anniversary of the attempted assassination of Donald Trump looms, the deputy director of the Secret Service reveals six personnel were suspended following the incident — but no employees will face termination.
How Anna Wintour redefined fashion over almost 40 years
As US Vogue editor-in-chief, Anna Wintour forever changed the fashion industry. But her enigmatic leadership saw her influence stretch beyond the magazine's pages.
Iranian state media says Israeli strikes have killed at least 430 people — as it happened
Israel says it has killed a key Iranian Revolutionary Guard commander, while Iranian state media reported at least 430 people have been killed since Israel began bombardments.
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