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A second person has died as the flood disaster continues to grip Queensland  A toddler has died after being left in a car outside a childcare centre in Sydney's inner west Audio has been played from Sam Kerr's police interview on the second day of her trial in London  And a western Sydney woman is waking up 100 million dollars richer after taking out the entire Oz Lotto jackpot  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A push in Parliament to condemn recent antisemitic attacks is being supported by the Government and Opposition. Heavy rain pelting North Queensland has eased off although the flood threat remains. And Miley Cyrus has sent a message to Beyonce after her Grammys winSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Queensland community is mourning - after a 17-year-old girl died in a shark attack  north of Brisbane.  US President Donald Trump has delayed tariffs imposed on Mexico for a month. AND Two pop stars have seemingly put their alleged feud behind them! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police body cam footage has been played in court on day one of Sam Kerr's trial in London  A teenage girl killed in a shark attack off Bribie Island The flood emergency continues to grip north Queensland with flood levels expected to peak this morning Donald Trump holds off imposing tough 25% tariffs on Mexico  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After Five Grammy nominations for Album of the Year Beyonce has finally done it taking home the gong for Cowboy Carter. The Federal Government is taking action against an online network, which encourages members to carry out racially motivated attacks. And All the wins at this years GrammysSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The online white supremacist group 'Terrorgram' is being sanctioned by the Federal Government.  NAB has become the first of the big four banks to cut its fixed rate mortgages, ahead of this month's Reserve Bank meeting.  AND Kanye West's wife has shocked on the Grammy's red carpet! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The flood emergency gripping north Queensland has turned deadly Bushfires continue to burn at an emergency level in Victoria's west A man has been arrested after an alleged anti-Semitic incident in Bondi It's music's night of nights with the Grammy's on in LA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thousands of Queenslanders are evacuating as heavy rain threatens communities At least seven dead in another plane crash in the United States Donald Trump forges ahead with tariffsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cyclones and heat has put a number of states on emergency alert Crackdown on common painkiller comes into effect  Fresh warnings over lithium ion batteriesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Opposition Leader has listed some public service roles which could be on the chopping block, if he wins the next election. Recovery efforts have been paused, 24 hours on from a fiery crash between a passenger plane and a helicopter in Washington D-C - which killed 67 people. And Taylor Swift is set to present a golden trophy on music's biggest nights the Grammy'sSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Air crash investigators are now focusing on why a Black Hawk chopper was flying at a certain location - when it crashed into an airliner in Washington DC.  The PM is refusing to reveal when he was told about an alleged planned attack on Sydney's Jewish community. AND Some of music's biggest names will hit the stage for the LA Fire Aid benefit concert! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Without any evidence, President Trump has blamed diversity recruitment policies for the deadly crash between a passenger plane and an army helicopter over a river in Washington. More than 100 Palestinian's released from Israeli prisons as part of the Gaza ceasefire deal. And the English actress and singer Marianne Faithfull dies, aged 78.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There is no word of survivors after a passenger jet with 64 people collided with a black hawk helicopter in Washington D-C.  Australia's terror threat level will not be changed from "probable" and There's been yet another twist in the 400 million dollar legal battle between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we let you know why the bad newspoll numbers might actually be beneficial for Albo and the Labor Party.  Plus, after Grace Tame wore a statement T-shirt at an Australia Day event, what did she actually achieve? And what's it like to be cancelled? We speak to Deborah Conway about getting cancelled and not even realising. To order a copy of Deborah Conway's book, click HERE.  LINKS See more from Deborah Conway here Read Joe's column in The Daily Telegraph here Follow @joe_hildebrand on Instagram Follow Nova Podcasts @novapodcastsofficial.  Got a question for Joe? You can email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ukraine will work with Australia to try and free a Melbourne teacher, who's reportedly being held captive in Russia. The police commissioner warns their investigation into an explosive-laden caravan has been "significantly compromised". AND A new twist in the Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni legal battle! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Counter terrorism police are investigating whether explosives found in a caravan in Sydney were going to be used in an anti-Semitic attack. The Prime Minister says he's received a report that foreign fighter, Oscar Jenkins may still be alive. And more chaos ensues in Washington amidst Donald Trump's first week back in office.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Confirmation an Australian prisoner of war believed to have been killed in Russia is still alive and in custody. The P-M isn't ruling out more energy bill relief in the leadup to the next election. And Drake has touched down in Melbourne.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mortgage holders may be a step closer to interest rate relief - with the release of the latest inflation data.  Fresh aid has entered the Gaza strip, as the ceasefire continues. AND A war of words has started between Selena Gomez and a US politician!   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Extreme weather continues to batter Australia's east coast. Donald Trump flags his intent to extend his immigration crackdown to legal migrants.  And inflation data for the December quarter to be released today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Women more likely to vote Labor as the government reafirms universal childcare. Melbourne police have tracked down a burnt out Porsche -- they believe was used in the execution-style murder of an underworld figure. And The biggest feud in Hollywood may be a step closer to being resolved.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

50 survivors of Auschwitz have been joined by world leaders in Poland, to commemorate 80 years since the death camp's liberation.  Australia's peak motoring body is demanding national action following the latest road toll data. AND Lady Gaga has announced a release date for her new album! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Extreme weather conditions are gripping most parts of the country today, as storm warnings are replaced with extreme heat alerts.  Emotional scenes in Poland to mark 80 years since the liberation of the Auschwitz death camps.  And nearly 100,000 Palestinian's return to the ruins of their homes in Gaza, with half a million more expected to return in the coming days.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jannik Sinner secures his second Australian Open title. Temperatures soar across the country, with total fire bans in place for Victoria  The NSW Police Wall of Remembrance in Sydney's Domain targeted  Commemorations held to mark Holocaust Remembrance Day   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFL great turned medical research warrior receives top gong for Australia Day Woman charged with murder of nine year old's death More women hospitalised following dodgy botoxSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A cafe in Sydney is the latest target in a spate of anti jewish vandalis Security ramped up ahead of Australia Day Woman hospitalised by dodgy BotoxSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal Government claims a new incentive for construction apprentices will help address the nation's housing crisis. Novak Djokovic is out of the Australian Open. And Kendrick Lamar has revealed his special guest for his upcoming Superbowl half time show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

18-year-old Axel Radukubana has been sentenced to at least 52 years in jail in the UK, for killing three dancers at a Taylor Swift themed dance class Tennis star Thanasi Kokkinakis upsets the Ukrainian Ambassador to Australia Aryna Sabalenka on track for her third consecutive Australian Open title And Guy Pearce earns an Oscar nomination for The BrutalistSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal Government says its decision to buy 50-million-dollars worth of debt owed by REX will help the airline avoid being liquidated. A man's been tasered by police in Sydney, while being arrested over an act of anti-Semitic vandalism.  And This favourite Aussie music festival has been cancelled for a second yearSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prince Harry has won his legal battle against Rupert Murdoch's U-K News Group.  A new poll shows Labor continuing to trail the Coalition, as Australians express concern about the cost of living. AND Kesha has touched down in Oz!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Joe's got the answers to all the big issues. Was Elon Musk really doing a Nazi salute? What does the ceasefire really mean? And can we solve the Australia Day debate once and for all?  LINKS See more from Dr Nick Dyrenfurth at curtinrc.org Read Joe's column in The Daily Telegraph here Follow @joe_hildebrand on Instagram Follow Nova Podcasts @novapodcastsofficial.  Got a question for Joe? You can email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A man will face court today, charged with the murder of a woman, in Victoria's north west Two young police officers stood down, accused of accessing child exploitation material  The stage is set for an all-Aussie Mixed Doubles tennis final at the Australian Open And a massive out-of-court victory for Prince Harry!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The P-M says his government will do all it can to support a federal police investigation into anti-Semitism. The amount of time children are spending on some platforms has almost doubled since 2020. And Blake Lively's legal team has hit back at Justin BaldoniSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A man's been charged with allegedly trying to burn down an inner Sydney synagogue earlier this month. The Foreign Minister has met with her U-S counterpart, alongside representatives from India and Japan.  AND The feud between Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively is heating up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Federal and state police will discuss the rise in antisemitic attacks, and how to stop them The US President signs dozens of sweeping executive orders on his first day in office Novak Djokovic on track for his 11th Australian Open title And why Justin Bieber says his Insta has been hacked!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The P-M says he's had a 'constructive dialogue' with the new U-S President, as he's officially sworn-in.  Police say they're following a 'number of leads', as they investigate the latest anti-Semitic attack in Sydney. And Travis Scott is giving back to L-A communities impacted by the wildfires.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A teenager has pleaded guilty to the murders of three young girls in the U-K during a stabbing attack at a Taylor Swift dance party. Donald Trump hasn't wasted any time - signing dozens of Executive orders in the hours since his Inauguration.  AND A former cheerleader has lifted the lid on Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's game day rituals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump inaugurated as the 47th US President Brit teenager pleads guilty to 3 murders and 10 attempted murders after Swift-inspired dance party Alex de Minaur through to quarter finals of his home grand slam And why Carrie Underwood had to go acapella See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Opposition is calling for mandatory minimum jail sentences to curb religious hate. Elon Musk has joined the chorus of anger levelled at Nine sports reporter Tony Jones after his chant at Serbian fans at the Aus Open. And Travis Kelce has poven he's a real Swiftie  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Channel 9 sports broadcaster Tony Jones has back-tracked on comments made towards Novak Djokovic. A long-awaited ceasefire in Gaza has come into effect, but the deal is being viewed with some caution. AND Kanye West has revealed a bizarre dream of his! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first of Israel's hostages, under the new ceasefire deal with Hamas, have been released Red Cross says three female hostages appear to be in good health A devastating day at a popular waterfall on the Sunshine Coast, with the death of two teenagers Novak Djokovic causes a stir at the Australian Open And Tik Tok services already being restored after a brief ban in the USSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Israel's Prime Minister says war will resume in Gaza, if Hamas does not uphold the terms of a looming-ceasefire.  Protesters hit the streets of the United States, ahead of President-elect Donald J. Trump's inauguration. And a Queensland woman remains in critical condition in hospital after allegedly being set alight in a domestic violence attack.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The US Supreme Court has upheld an impending ban on TikTok Freezing conditions force Donald Trump's inauguration indoors Calls for more action against hate violenceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The prominent Sydney Jewish Leader -- whose former home was targeted in a shocking anti-semitic attack overnight -- says there's an "evil at work" in this country. Israel's Prime Minister has officially agreed to a ceasefire deal with Hamas And Donald Trump has appointed three acting heavyweights as Hollywood ambassadors See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police believe a terrifying arson attack in Sydney's East was targeted at a prominent Jewish leader.  It's been revealed Australian tennis star Bernard Tomic was at the centre of a possible match-fixing scandal. AND Liam Payne's father is being sued - by one of his late son's closest friends! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A vote by Israel's cabinet delayed, as ceasefire deal hangs in the balance A manhunt in Melbourne as two men are stabbed to death The Special K's out of the Oz Open, retiring hurt And Justin Baldoni files a massive lawsuit against Blake Lively and husband Ryan ReynoldsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Queensland Tik Tok influencer has been charged with deliberately poisoning her daughter for cash and clicks. Some economists are warning an interest rate cut in February may be less likely due to stronger-than-expected employment data. And  Justin Bieber shares new snap of him and you son Jack Blues.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Joe is diving into the dangers of ‘group think’ and how recent major events – COVID and the US election, to name a couple – have been influenced by this movement. He's joined by the one and only legend of Jim's Mowing - Jim Penman to discuss. Plus, Joe has the inside word on when the election might be.  LINKS Read Joe's column in The Daily Telegraph here Follow @joe_hildebrand on Instagram Follow Nova Podcasts @novapodcastsofficial.  Got a question for Joe? You can email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's jobless rate has increased in December - rising point-one of a percent to four percent. The Prime Minister is being urged to focus on rebuilding Australia's relationship with Israel, as a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas is struck.  AND Travis Kelce has set the record straight about Taylor Swift!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There is celebration in the streets of Gaza, amid speculation a ceasefire deal has been done One of Australia's worst ever pedophiles to appeal his sentence A five set heartbreaker for an Aussie favourite And a man accused of breaking into the home of actress Asher Keddie, says he'll fight the charges!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The P-M is warning he will take the "strongest action possible" against Russia -- if its confirmed an Australian prisoner-of-war has been killed. A major supermarket will no longer sell kitchen knives in stores after an employee was stabbed in Queensland. And Is Taylor Swift taking her tour to China?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.