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PM Anthony Albanese among world leaders to gather for Pope Leo's inauguration mass Authorities in Laos have recommended 13 people be charged over methanol poisoning deaths  Two people killed after a Mexican Navy ship struck the Brooklyn Bridge in New York  Tributes for AFL premiership player Adam Selwood following his sudden death   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tributes are continuing for Adam Selwood who died just months after twin brother, Troy PM set to hold talks with EU over trade pact Thousands gather ahead of Pope inauguration    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Melbourne man Oscar Jenkins has been sentenced to 13 years jail by Russia Anthony Albanese touches down in Rome for Pope's Mass NSW on flood watchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal Government Hands In Submission For Wage Increase For Low-Paid Workers.  Toxicologist Tells Victorian Court Samples Of Beef Wellington Tested Positive For Deadly Mushrooms.  Ben Roberts Smith Loses Bid To Overturn Multi-Million Dollar Defamation Loss.  AND Justin Bieber Breaks Silence On Diddy Rumours.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Roberts-Smith has lost his bid to over-turn his multi-million dollar defamation loss. We're being warned of a new sophisticated scam, targeting Australia Post customers.  AND P Diddy's ex has faced a grilling from his lawyers - as the rapper's sex trafficking trial continues. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PM heads to Rome after wrapping up his trip to Indonesia Juror discharged in mushroom murder trial Australia's first home-grown rocket could be launched today And US singer Christ Brown arrested in the UKSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Queensland senator Larissa Waters has been elected as the next leader of the Greens. A man remains in a critical condition after being attacked by a shark south of Adelaide. And Katy Perry cops it from fans again.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Greens will decider their next leader today, following Adam Bandt's shock defeat in the federal election.  Russian President Vladimir Putin has seemingly rejected calls to attend peace talks in Istanbul. AND Simpon's writer - Steve Pepoon - has died at the age of 68See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Joe takes you inside the internal power struggles within both the Liberal and Labor parties as both seek to rebuild following the federal election. Plus The Daily Telegraph’s Chief Reporter Josh Hanrahan on the downfall of New South Wales Police Commissioner Karen Webb, as she rejects claims she was pushed out of the role as the state’s top cop.    LINKS Follow Joe Hildebrand on Instagram Read more of Josh’s stories in The Daily Telegraph Read Joe's column in The Daily Telegraph Follow Nova Podcasts @novapodcastsofficial.  Got a question for Joe? You can email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Prime Minister touches down in Jakarta on his first overseas trip since being re-elected  The countdown is on for Australia’s first home-grown rocket launch... Cassie Ventura continue to give evidence at Sean 'Diddy' Combs' sex trafficking trial  Italian Tennis Star Jannik Sinner meets with Pope LeoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Treasurer says the latest wages data is encouraging, because it's not pushing-up inflation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The US and Saudi Arabia have signed an arms deal - worth 142 billion dollars... A mushroom expert will continue giving evidence in the murder trial of Erin Patterson in country Victoria.  AND P Diddy's ex girlfriend has taken the stand on the second day of his sex trafficking trial. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kim Kardashian breaks down while fronting court in Paris as she testifies in armed robbery trial Cassie Ventura takes the stand at the Sean Diddy Combs sex trafficking trial... Anthony Albanese prepares to fly to Jakarta Donald Trump signs historic defence agreement with Saudi Arabia   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Opposition leader Sussan Ley says she's ready for the job of rebuilding the Liberals. A Queensland mum has been slapped with murder charges following a house fire which left her three children dead. And Usher announces more Sydney and Melbourne showsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sussan Ley has been elected the first woman to lead the Liberal Party, defeating Angus Taylor in a vote to take over from Peter Dutton. Meanwhile Anthony Albanese has been sworn-in as prime minister, for a second term.  AND Bindi Irwin has given fans a health update from her hospital bed! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Liberal Party leadership showdown is looming ahead of a party room vote Israeli American hostage released by Hamas Opening statements have been delivered in Sean Diddy Comb's sex trafficking trial  American stock markets surge after the US and China agreed to slash tariffs   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nationals leader David Littleproud has been re-elected to the party's top job. Labor's reshuffled front bench has been revealed. And Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have broken cover for the first time in two months!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some welcome news for Aussie shoppers - with Woolies set to slash the prices on hundreds of grocery items this week. Labor will unveil its new-look ministry today, after fierce negotiations between the party's factions last week. AND Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been spotted on a date night in LA! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thousands have packed out St Peter's Square for Pope Leo's first Sunday prayer  A surprise challengers emerges in the Liberal Party showdown  Another security scare at an A-F-L match And a health scare for Bindi Irwin   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Nationals and Liberals are preparing for leadership challenges after their landslide election loss Massive cocaine haul found on boat in NSW waters Russia given an ultimatum by European leaders    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The newly elected Pope has broken with tradition speaking in English at a Mass of  cardinals Call for government to appoint a dedicated disability minister Gun opponents call for more actionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The major shakeups are continuing in the wake of the weekend election result. Former WA cricketer Stuart Macgill has avoided jail for his role in setting up a cocaine deal. And  This major music festival is a sell outSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Prime Minister has congratulated Pope Leo on becoming the next pontiff and invited him to visit Australia in 2028. Liberal MP Sussan Ley has confirmed she will run to become the party's new leader.  AND Baby joy for Matilda's skipper Sam Kerr!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crowds have erupted as Robert Prevost was unveiled as Pope Leo XIV US President Donald Trump describes the appointment of an American Pope as a great honour  Willie Rioli ruled out of Showdown after AFL probe Government MP's return to Canberra for the first time since the election   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greens Leader Adam Bandt has finally conceded his long-held-inner-city seat of Melbourne. Two men have been found guilty in WA of murdering Indigenous schoolboy Cassius Turvey. And Doechii has downplayed her Metgala outburstSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first vote in the Conclave to elect a new Pope has failed - with black smoke emerging from the Sistine Chapel this morning. World leaders are calling for calm, amid fears tensions between India and Pakistan could escalate further. AND Kylie Jenner and Timothee Chalamet have finally walked their first red carpet as a couple!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe breaks down Labor's landslide win against the Coalition in the 2025 Federal Election. Plus former Liberal staffer Charlotte Mortlock gives her advice on what the party needs to do to reset and challenge Labor again in three years. LINKS Follow Joe Hildebrand on Instagram Read Joe's column in The Daily Telegraph here Follow Nova Podcasts @novapodcastsofficial.  Got a question for Joe? You can email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All eyes are on the Vatican this morning, with the conclave now underway The search for Samantha Murphy's body ramps up again in Victoria Attention now turns to who will replace Karen Webb, after the NSW Police Commissioner announced her resignation  And another twist in the cook book feudSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Greens are without a leader after Adam Bandt lost his Melbourne seat. Rates cuts are tipped to be on the way. And Who's rumoured to perform at this wedding fo the year.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We could soon see some cost of living relief - at the bowser. There's been a violent breakdown in relations between India and Pakistan this morning. AND Kylie Jenner suffers a fashion disaster after the Met Gala! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The doors to the Sistine Chapel will close in a matter of hours as the process of electing a new Pope begins Blaze rips through a family home in Toowoomba Pressure is mounting on the AFL to take action against Port Adelaide's Willie Rioli Canadian Prime Minister and Donald Trump meet at the White House  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Teal candidates in Three seats are struggling to hold onto their leads. Erin Patterson's barrister has questioned a key piece of evidence. And  All the latest from the Met Gala Blue carpetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rihanna has made a surprise reveal at this year's Met Gala.  The PM will begin finalising his new and expanded Labor ministry this week, following there landslide election win.  AND The mushroom killer trial enters it's second week in country Victoria. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US President Donald Trump announces a 100 per cent tariff on all movies produced outside the US Erin Patterson's Facebook friends give evidence as mushroom murder trial continues Events staged across the UK to mark 80 years since the end of WWII  And final touches ahead of the Met Gala       See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Albanese says he wants to be a P-M for all Australians, as he gets back to work. In a blow for the Arts industry, US President Donald Trump has announced a 100 per cent tariff on movies produced outside the U-S. And Miley Cyrus has debuted a new song in a surprise performance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Prime Minister's back in the nation's capital to begin work on his second term in office. The final preparations are being made in Rome for the election of the next Pope. AND Gigi Hadid and Bradley Cooper have finally gone Instagram official! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brazilian police say they've foiled a bomb plot planned for Lady Gaga's concert in Rio Anthony Albanese will begin his second term as Prime Minister today, after his landslide election win The second week of the mushroom murder trial to begin in Victoria And the NRL's magic round wraps upSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Albanese has been re-elected Prime Minister in a landslide election win Peter Dutton out of politics after losing his own seat  Qantas worker fighting for life after horror fallSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Prime Minister and Opposition leader make ditch pitches to voters Electoral Commission urges voters to do their homework before heading to ballot box Prince Harry speak out over fall out with King CharlesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Both leaders make last ditch bid to voters ahead of the Federal election. Latest data shows retail spending has continued to grow in March - up four per cent on the same time last year.  And Sean 'diddy' Combs has formally rejected a plea deal ahead of his sex trafficking trial.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's been a major shake up at the White House - with National Security Advisor Mike Waltz being replaced The PM says his focus is on winning a majority government - as another opinion poll, shows a hung parliament is likely.  AND Elsa Pataky has made a candid admission about her marriage to Aussie heartthrob Chris Hemsworth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's election eve, with both leaders in the final push to secure votes Erin Patterson's ex husband takes the stand in the mushroom murder trial  A major shakeup at the White House with National Security Advisor Mike Waltz being replaced  And NASA astronauts take part in the fifth all-female space walk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Coalition claims it will deliver a 14-billion dollar improvement to the budget bottom line over the next four years. The estranged husband of alleged mushroom cook killer Erin Patterson is the first witness to give evidence at her murder trial in country Victoria. And Things are heating up between Liz Hurley and Billy Ray Cyrus since going public with their relationship.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After months of negotiations, the United States and Ukraine have signed off on a historic minerals deal. The Coalition claims net debt would be 40-billion dollars lower over the next four years, if it wins Saturday's election. AND Liz Hurley and Billy Ray Cyrus have packed on the PDA in their latest social media post!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With election just days away, Joe speaks with political mastermind Tim Gleason about the seats to watch as the nation heads to the polls this weekend. Plus Joe’s take on the booing of the Welcome to Country at a Melbourne Anzac Day dawn service. LINKS Follow Joe Hildebrand on Instagram Read Joe's column in The Daily Telegraph here Follow Nova Podcasts @novapodcastsofficial.  Got a question for Joe? You can email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Erin Patterson admits to lying about having cancer as her murder trial continues in Victoria. An inquest into the Bondi Junction stabbing attack will today focus on the emergency response Donald Trump blames his predecessor for slump in US economy  Both leaders ramp up their election campaign with just 48 hours before we head to the polls.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Inflation is remaining steady as both sides of politics campaign hard on the cost of living. A Victorian court has heard accused mushroom killer Erin Patterson deliberately made a false claim she had cancer, to organise a fatal lunch. And There's set to be a new Taylor Swift documentary.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Concerning new stats are out - showing fewer than 1% of homes in Australia....are affordable for a full-time worker on minimum wage. The PM says he expects to speak to Donald Trump about his tariffs if he wins Saturday's election.  AND Beyonce has kicked off her Cowboy Carter Tour with two special guests! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The US President says he will speak with Australia over trade in the wake of tariff announcements Day two of the mushroom murder trial gets underway today The hero police officer who gunned down the Bondi Junction killer has broken down while giving evidence at the Inquest. Prime Minister and Opposition Leader continue their election campaign blitz See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Labor insists Australia should keep its triple-A credit rating, despite warnings from S and P for tighter spending. The police officer who stopped the attacker in the Bondi Junction stabbing has told an inquest she felt she was "probably going to die".  And Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter tour kicked off as a full-on family affair.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.