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S5 Ep 1367Thursday, 28 September: A big report is handed in; Victoria has a new premier; The top ways to die; And rubgy league's best...

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. You can see the Dally M red carpet gallery here. #Sponsored: Sign up to Cashrewards using the code “SQUIZ” and spend $20* within 7 days to receive a $20* welcome bonus. *T&C and exclusions apply Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Sep 27, 202310 min

ASK THE SQUIZ: Answering your questions about the Voice

In this episode we cover questions about the wording of the proposal, how other nations do this kind of thing, and the difference between a referendum and a plebiscite. Want opinion-free, agenda-free information on the Voice and the Referendum? We've got you covered with our resource centre here. If you found it useful, please share it with your people. Got a question for us? Ask it here or send us an email at [email protected]. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Sep 27, 202310 min

Ep 1366Wednesday, 27 September: A big job vacancy in Victoria; Mundine makes the 'No' case; Fears of ethnic cleansing in Azerbaijan; and the snake-pocalypse is coming...

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. #Sponsored: Sign up to Cashrewards using the code “SQUIZ” and spend $20* within 7 days to receive a $20* welcome bonus. *T&C and exclusions apply Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Sep 26, 202311 min

S5 Ep 1365Tuesday, 26 September: A public servant is in very hot water; The Treasurer rethinks full employment; America's writers strike a deal; and Australia's Wallabies strike out

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. #Sponsored: Sign up to Cashrewards using the code “SQUIZ” and spend $20* within 7 days to receive a $20* welcome bonus. *T&C and exclusions apply Find our Shortcut on the Murdoch empire here. You can check out the red carpet gallery from the 2023 Brownlow Medal here. Here's the job opening with us here at The Squiz. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Sep 25, 202310 min

Ep 1364Monday, 25 September: Russia takes a fighting stance; the Solomon Islands snubs the US; we've got a footy finals line-up; and a record stint in space

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. #Sponsored: Sign up to Cashrewards using the code “SQUIZ” and spend $20* within 7 days to receive a $20* welcome bonus. *T&C and exclusions apply Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Sep 24, 202310 min

Saturday Squiz, 23 September: The trouble with Russell Brand, a diplomatic blockbuster between Canada and India, and Murdoch steps down

Saturday Squiz is your shortcut to being informed, weekend style. Looking for more? Check out our Saturday Squiz newsletter. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekend. LINKS The most clicked link this week was Claire's $25 jogger jeans Read part 1 of Australian Story's Silverchair coverage Listen to The Daily's podcast episode on Canada confronting India We're hiring a new partnerships manager. Find out more here. #Sponsored: Sign up to Cashrewards using the code “SQUIZ” and spend $20* within 7 days to receive a $20* welcome bonus. *T&C and exclusions apply

Sep 22, 202322 min

S5 Ep 1363Friday, 22 September: Examining the COVID inquiry; Rupert Murdoch steps down; A weekend of footy; And it's Kylie's time to shine

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Find the recipe for Adam Liaw's mashed potato with brie here and a Jennifer Aniston-inspired salad here. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Sep 21, 202311 min

S5 Ep 1362Thursday, 21 September: A tax on short-term stays; Albanese launches a COVID inquiry; The UN General Assembly kicks off; And Aussies put down the books

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Sep 20, 202310 min

ASK THE SQUIZ: Answering your questions about the Voice

In this episode we cover the issue of campaign funding, who will represent the Voice, and how to postal vote if you can't get to the voting booth on 14 October. Want opinion-free, agenda-free information on the Voice and the Referendum? We've got you covered with our resource centre here. If you found it useful, please share it with your people. Got a question for us? Ask it here or send us an email at [email protected]. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Sep 20, 20239 min

S5 Ep 1361Wednesday, 20 September: Buckle up for El Niño time; Canada points the finger at India; Petrol prices climb; and Hollywood stars want to walk your dog

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Here's the Hollywood charity auction. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Sep 19, 202310 min

Ep 1360Tuesday 19 September: Scorching weather incoming; Friction over nuclear fission; Teachers are concerned for kids' wellbeing; and a snake surfer cops a fine

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Sep 18, 20239 min

Ep 1359Monday, 18 September: Russell Brand denies rape allegations; Derna's death toll jumps; Farewell to Ron Barassi; and Hugh Jackman divorces

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Sep 17, 20239 min

Saturday Squiz, 16 September: Putin’s friend Kim Jong Un, floods in Libya, and an Aussie housing wrap

Saturday Squiz is your shortcut to being informed, weekend style. Looking for more? Check out our Saturday Squiz newsletter. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekend. LINKS The most clicked link this week: CSIRO's online diet/wellbeing tool The Guardian's article on why the flooding in Libya is so bad Buy Claire's candle recommendation here Listen to Vox's Recode Media episode on Taylor Swift Find our Voice resource centre here, and the DPA's research on independent publishers here HOSTS: Claire Kimball and Kate Watson PRODUCER: Annelise Taylor

Sep 15, 202323 min

S5 Ep 1358Friday, 15 September: A new housing plan gets the green light; The flood death toll rises in Libya; Cheers to a new sign-off; And rethinking your coffee hit

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. You can find Nigella's recipe for sweetcorn chowder here. #Sponsored: The 2023 Commonwealth Bank Teaching Awards have recognised and rewarded 22 outstanding teachers and school leaders, you can check out the winners here. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Sep 14, 202310 min

S5 Ep 1357Thursday, 14 September: Another hit for Qantas; Mudslinging in the referendum debate; Serena's claim on another title; And a Swift victory at the VMAs

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. You can check out our Ask the Squiz series here. See the VMAs red carpet here. #Sponsored: The 2023 Commonwealth Bank Teaching Awards have recognised and rewarded 22 outstanding teachers and school leaders, you can check out the winners here. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Sep 13, 202310 min

ASK THE SQUIZ: Answering your questions about the Voice

In this episode we cover the issue of legal challenges, existing Indigenous bodies, and get into the nuts and bolts of voting again. Want opinion-free, agenda-free information on the Voice and the Referendum? We've got you covered with our resource centre here. If you found it useful, please share it with your people. Got a question for us? Ask it here or send us an email at [email protected]. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Sep 13, 202311 min

S5 Ep 1356Wednesday, 13 September: Google goes to court; Catastrophic floods hit Libya; We're not eating our vegetables; and Australia's least trusted jobs

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. The CSIRO's 'Health Diet Score' tool is here. #Sponsored: The 2023 Commonwealth Bank Teaching Awards have recognised and rewarded 22 outstanding teachers and school leaders, you can check out the winners here. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Sep 12, 202310 min

Ep 1355Tuesday, 12 September: The UK spots a Chinese spy; Moroccans wait for help; Ukraine's counteroffensive is running out of time; and Djokovic wins his 24th

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Sep 11, 20239 min

Ep 1354Monday, 11 September: A deadly earthquake in Morocco; the G20 comes together; the Yes campaign's sliding support; and writing the perfect vows...

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! #Sponsored: The 2023 Commonwealth Bank Teaching Awards have recognised and rewarded 22 outstanding teachers and school leaders. You can check out the winners here.

Sep 10, 202311 min

Saturday Squiz, 9 September: Qantas faces turbulence, Burning Man drowns, and we're cleaning carpets

Saturday Squiz is your shortcut to being informed, weekend style. Looking for more? Check out our Saturday Squiz newsletter. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekend. LINKS #Sponsored: Sign up to Cashrewards using the code “SQUIZ” and spend $20* within 7 days to receive a $20* welcome bonus. *T&C and exclusions apply Joe Aston's Twitter account Check out Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver Claire's carpet cleaner recommendation Listen to Zoe Foster-Blake's Spotify playlist Find Ask The Squiz here, and send us any questions at [email protected] HOSTS: Claire Kimball and Larissa Moore PRODUCER: Annelise Taylor

Sep 8, 202320 min

S5 Ep 1353Friday, 8 September: A King-sized mess over Qatar; Albanese's bound for Beijing; Hoping for a Wallabies miracle; And prawn tacos for spring

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Find the recipe for prawn and avocado tacos here. Find our Shortcut on the G20 summit here. #Sponsored: Sign up to Cashrewards using the code “SQUIZ” and spend $20* within 7 days to receive a $20* welcome bonus. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Sep 7, 202311 min

S5 Ep 1352Thursday, 7 September: Oz and China talk it out in Beijing; Australia's economy slows; Footy finals kick off; And a very lucky monkey

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Find our Shortcut on the G20 summit here. #Sponsored: Sign up to Cashrewards using the code “SQUIZ” and spend $20* within 7 days to receive a $20* welcome bonus. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Sep 6, 20239 min

ASK THE SQUIZ: Answering your questions about the Voice

In this episode we cover questions about improving Indigenous outcomes, how risky is constitutional change, and the ticks and crosses of your vote... Want opinion-free, agenda-free information on the Voice and the Referendum? We've got you covered with our resource centre here. If you found it useful, please share it with your people. Got a question for us? Ask it here or send us an email at [email protected]. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Sep 6, 202312 min

Ep 1351Wednesday, 6 September: Alan Joyce takes off early; Interest rates hold steady; Kim Jong Un is heading to Russia; and it turns out opposites don't attract...

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Our Shortcuts on the G20 summit is right here. #Sponsored: Sign up to Cashrewards using the code “SQUIZ” and spend $20* within 7 days to receive a $20* welcome bonus. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Sep 5, 202310 min

Ep 1350Tuesday, 5 September: Ukraine's defence ministry gets a reshuffle; Qantas apologises to its investors; the RBA meets this afternoon; and mango season might be a fizzer

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. #Sponsored: Sign up to Cashrewards using the code “SQUIZ” and spend $20* within 7 days to receive a $20* welcome bonus. *T&C and exclusions apply #Sponsored: The Accelerator for Women’s Kickstarter Challenge: Submit your new business idea into the or learn more here. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Sep 4, 20238 min

Monday, 4 September: Burning Man blues; A rescue ship heads to Antarctica; Britain farewells Mohamed Al-Fayed; and true Beliebers at the US Open

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. #Sponsored: Sign up to Cashrewards using the code “SQUIZ” and spend $20* within 7 days to receive a $20* welcome bonus. *T&C and exclusions apply Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Sep 3, 20239 min

Saturday Squiz, 2 September: The Voice gets a date, another chopper crash, and a very special guest...

Saturday Squiz is your shortcut to being informed, weekend style. Looking for more? Check out our Saturday Squiz newsletter. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekend. LINKS The viral video of a carpet python GQ has published a great feature on Andy Roddick Watch Prince Harry's new Netflix doco series Heart of Invictus Check out our resource centre on The Voice Referendum here HOSTS: Claire Kimball and Kate Watson PRODUCER: Annelise Taylor

Sep 1, 202319 min

S5 Ep 1348Friday, 1 September: Qantas hits some turbulence; A fire in Johannesburg leaves dozens dead; Summer aircon troubles are forecast; And taking off the beer goggles

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Find the recipe for Stephanie Alexander's zucchini pickles here. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Aug 31, 202310 min

S5 Ep 1347Thursday, 31 August: A referendum date is set; Ukraine strikes a Russian city; Inflation continues to go down; And a whopping big legal case

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Find our resource centre on The Voice and The Referendum here. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Aug 30, 202310 min

BONUS EPISODE: Squiz Shortcut to the Voice referendum

The date for the Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum has been locked in, so we're popping our latest Squiz Shortcut episode in the Squiz Today feed for your ears. It lays out the basics of the referendum, the key arguments of the ‘Yes’ and ‘No’ cases, and what happens next depending on the result. Squiz recommends: Our homebase for all our Voice content on our website. You can dive in to find our previous Shortcuts and a quick snapshot on the voice and the ‘Yes’ and ‘No’ cases. Check out more of our Squiz Shortcuts here.

Aug 30, 202315 min

Ep 1346Wednesday, 30 August: Squizers raise their voice on the Voice; Pollies get a pay bump; Trump's diary fills up; and Gen Z discovers pickles

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Our Squiz Voice Referendum Research Report is here – dive in. Listen to our Shortcut on the US presidential primaries here. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Aug 29, 202310 min

Ep 1345Tuesday, 29 August: Borrowers are doing it tough; Zimbabwe's election called out for fraud; Aussie athletes win big; and Welsh athletes... swim in a bog

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Aug 28, 20239 min

Ep 1344Monday, 28 August: Wagner troops pledge their loyalty to Russia; 3 US Marines die in chopper crash; Spain's soccer boss is suspended; and no sign of Nessie

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Aug 27, 202310 min

Saturday Squiz, 26 August: The end of Yevgeny Prigozhin, a mega profit for Qantas, unpacking the Intergenerational Report, and a special announcement for longtime Squizers...

Saturday Squiz is your shortcut to being informed, weekend style. Looking for more? Check out our Saturday Squiz newsletter. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekend. LINKS Incredible drone footage of the Pakistan cable car - BBC Next Year in Moscow podcast - The Economist Kitchen Cabinet episode with Peter Dutton HOSTS: Claire Kimball and Kate Watson PRODUCER: Lara Robertson

Aug 25, 202324 min

S5 Ep 1343Friday, 25 August: Questions over a former Putin ally's death; A glimpse into the future; Trump turns himself in; And heels take a step back

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Interested in Squiz Kids Live? Find out more here. Find the recipe for Karen Martini's chicken biryani here. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Aug 24, 202311 min

S5 Ep 1342Thursday, 24 August: Predicting a big bushfire season; Australia's sexual harassment stats are out; Debate season kicks off in America; And training our new sports stars

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Interested in Squiz Kids Live? Find out more here. You can listen to the Women's Sports Squiz Shortcut here. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Aug 23, 202310 min

Ep 1341Wednesday, 23 August: India shoots for the moon; California's on clean-up duty; Trump gets ready to make bail; and Australia's best restaurants

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Interested in Squiz Kids Live? Find out more here. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Aug 22, 202311 min

S5 Ep 1340Tuesday, 22 August: More BRICS in the geopolitical wall; California gets drenched by Hilary; Pay rises come for women's sport; and the Loch Ness search continues

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Interested in Squiz Kids Live? Find out more here. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Aug 21, 20239 min

Ep 1339Monday, 21 August: Spain takes out the World Cup; Double emergencies rattle North America; A grim case ends in Britain; and it's a very busy week for moon landings

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Interested in Squiz Kids Live? Find out more here. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Aug 20, 20239 min

Saturday Squiz, 19 August: Aussie soccer's TV future, the devastating wildfires in Hawaii, and thoughts on jorts

Saturday Squiz is your shortcut to being informed, weekend style. Looking for more? Check out our Saturday Squiz newsletter. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekend. LINKS The BBC article on women's rights in Afghanistan The Global News podcast episode on 2 years on from the Taliban takeover Tickets to see The Dismissal in Sydney are available here You can watch Fisk season 1 on Netflix and season 2 is on ABCiView HOSTS: Claire Kimball and Kate Watson PRODUCER: Annelise Taylor

Aug 18, 202320 min

S5 Ep 1338Friday, 18 August: The Matildas look to the future; Canada's weekend fire warning; Vale Michael Parkinson; And some slammin' country songs

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Find the recipe for Neil Perry's moussaka here. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Aug 17, 202311 min

S5 Ep 1337Thursday, 17 August: The Matildas go down fighting; A big Labor love in; Reasons to cross the Korean border; And the benefits of being a good neighbour

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. You can listen to the Political Conferences Squiz Shortcut here. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Aug 16, 20239 min

S5 Ep 1336Wednesday, 16 August: A group of missing Aussies are found safe; Spain goes through to the World Cup final; Donald Trump gets charged again; And a big 4-letter word

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Aug 15, 20239 min

BONUS EPISODE: Squiz Shortcut to our Matildas

The Matildas have had their best-ever World Cup performance, progressing through to the final 4. They're going up against England on Wednesday, so we thought we'd pop our latest Squiz Shortcut into the Squiz Today feed. In this episode, we get across the history of our national women’s football team and nail down how we got to this big moment. Squiz recommends: Kieran Pender's excellent writing for The Guardian on all things Matildas. The Disney+ doco Matildas: The World at Our Feet. Check out more of our Squiz Shortcuts here.

Aug 15, 202310 min

S5 Ep 1335Tuesday, 15 August: More on a mushroom mystery; A record vape bust; Afghanistan marks a grim anniversary; And checking out our World Cup competition

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Aug 14, 202310 min

Ep 1334Monday, 14 August: Matildas fever sweeps the nation; Hawaii's wildfires set a grim record; Voice support from the NSW Liberals; and it's the season of the jort

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Here's the link to our survey on the Voice. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Aug 13, 202310 min

Saturday Squiz, 12 August: Mushrooms, Matildas, and your fave Aussie brands

Saturday Squiz is your shortcut to being informed, weekend style. Looking for more? Check out our Saturday Squiz newsletter. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekend. LINKS Thanks for doing our survey on The Voice This SMH article about soccer's fave headbands Watch Nick Coyle's interview on ABC's 7:30 Watch Only Murders In The Building on Disney+ Check out 2 of our fave Aussie brands - Utopia Goods and Pony Rider Send your recommendations to [email protected] HOSTS: Claire Kimball and Kate Watson PRODUCER: Annelise Taylor

Aug 11, 202320 min

S5 Ep 1333Friday, 11 August: Deadly wildfires in Hawaii; Albanese gets a fancy invite; Disney follows Netflix's lead; And a big weekend for the Matildas

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Find the recipe for Edamame Dip with Red Onion and Sesame Oil here. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! #Sponsored: Head over to nib.com.au/squiz and use the code SQUIZ12 to save 12% off* your quote. T&Cs apply.

Aug 10, 202311 min

S5 Ep 1332Thursday, 10 August: The Commonwealth Bank posts a big profit; The Reef is bleached again; Some new steps to fitness; And a historic MTV music awards

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Aug 9, 202310 min

Ep 1331Wednesday, 9 August: A backflip on WA's heritage laws; Oz's foreign aid refresh; A different kind of Zimmerman sale; and the Matildas keep breaking barriers

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! #Sponsored: Head over to nib.com.au/squiz and use the code SQUIZ12 to save 12% off* your quote. T&Cs apply. Consider the PDS, TMD and if this product is right for you. Issuer: Pacific International Insurance.

Aug 8, 202310 min