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Opposition Warns New Spending Measures Will Drive Up Inflation Further.  Medical Experts Deployed To Earthquake Ravaged Vanuatu Warn Hospitals Overwhelmed.  Drivers Warned About Shopping Centre Prangs In Lead-Up To Christmas. And Two NASA Astronauts Facing An Even Longer Wait Before They're RescuedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former broadcaster Alan Jones has spoken outside court - after being hit with an additional eight historical abuse charges. Australia's budget is back in deficit to the tune of 27-billion dollars. AND Tom Cruise has been awarded the US Navy's highest civilian honour! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A major earthquake, and multiple aftershocks, hit Vanuatu Qantas reaches agreement with the TWU, over compensation for illegally sacked workers The third Test comes down to the final day in a soggy Brisbane And Bluey to be turned into a movie!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Treasurer insists the Federal Government is doing its best to balance the books -- as he prepares to hand down tomorrow's budget update. Tech giant Meta has reached a 50-million dollar settlement over Facebook's cambridge analytica privacy scandal.  And Travis Kelce pulled out all the stops for Taylor Swifts 35th birthday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia has agreed to continue training Ukrainian troops, until the end of 2025.  Cocktail ingredients, used at a resort in Fiji, are en route to Australia for testing - after several people fell ill. AND Fans have been left divided after the Yellowstone season finale! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A mother and her daughter have arrived home after being hospitalised with suspected alcohol poisoning in Fiji A woman killed in an alleged domestic violence incident in WA's north India praying for rain on day four of the third cricket Test against Australia And why Prince Andrew will be staying away from the royals this ChristmasSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aussies travelling overseas are being urged to be aware of the risks of alcohol poisoning and drink spiking, after seven tourists fell ill in Fiji. There's speculation Wednesday's budget update could trigger an early Federal Election! And Kim Kardashian has scooted her way into her SKIMS event in sky high heels despite a broken foot.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The remaining members of the Bali Nine are officially back on Aussie soil, after 19 years in an Indonesian prison.  The corporate regulator is suing HSBC - accusing it of failing to protect customers from scams. AND A confession from a hotel worker has shed new light on Liam Payne's final days.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Four Australians among seven people to fall ill after drinking at a Fiji bar The last five of the Bali Nine are back home in Australia Australia in a strong position heading into day 3 of the third cricket Test in Brisbane And a slice of Olivia Newton-John memorabilia rakes in the big ones at auctionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Floral tributes are growing in Sydney's Martin Place to mark ten years since Lindt Cafe Siege Prime Minister pays tribute to former MP Kevin Andrews after his death Police in Sydney continue search for man whose wife was found murderedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The family of an Australian stabbed to death near Bangkok have remembered the 14 year old Adelaide couple behind bars accused of faking their child's cancer diagnosis.  Raygun breaks silence over legal action against comedian  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The coalition has unveiled its nuclear power plan - claiming the scheme will lead to cheaper energy bills across the nation. Qantas workers are ramping industrial action - but passengers are being assured they won't be met with delays or cancellations.  AND Taylor Swift has responded to Selena Gomez's engagement announcement! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal Opposition sets $330b Price Tag Based On Independent Costings.  Qantas Maintennance Workers On Strike.  A Miraculous Rescue In the Mediterranean.  And P-Diddy Faces Three Fresh Allegations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Social media platforms will soon be forced to pay for Aussie news content, regardless of whether they have commercial deals with publishers. Australia's jobless rate has dropped below 4 per cent for the first time since March. And Selena Gomez is engaged.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Papua New Guinea has officially been granted its NRL license during an announcement in Sydney today.  The Prime Minister says he supports the banning of protests outside places of worship. AND Shawn Mendes has addressed those love triangle rumours with Camilla Cabello and Sabrina Carpenter!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show, Joe's getting an insiders look on where it is all going wrong for the Prime Minister and how he is damned if he does, and damned if he doesn't on certain issues.  PLUS! We speak to Eamonn Fitzpatrick one of Australia's leading public affairs professionals, on how the government can turn it around.    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.

The social media giant has been hit by a global outage, leaving millions of users in limbo A man charged with murder, breaching an AVO and weapons offences The Aussie women as scorching as the Perth heat, clean sweeping their ODI cricket series against India And Tori Spelling spills on what she'd do differently if she had her time againSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A billion dollar "Building Early Education Fund" is being promised by Labor - if it's returned to power at the next Federal Election. More Anti-Semitic graffiti has sprung-up across Sydney. And Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have been offered a hefty sum to star in a movie together.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A car set alight in Woollahra, anti-semitic graffiti sprayed on walls A young surfer escapes serious injuries in a shark attack The son of a gun who might line up at the Australian Open tennis And Jamie Foxx talks publicly about his stroke, for the first time     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Reserve Bank Governor is defending a decision to keep Interest Rates on hold for the ninth straight meeting. There have been chaotic scenes as the PM visited the site of a damaged Synagogue in Melbourne. And Taylor Swift has reportedly given her Eras Tour crew members six figure bonusesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aussie sporting legend, Dawn Fraser, undergoing rehabilitation, after a serious fall A US-based Jewish human rights organisation, issues a travel warning for Australia Joint winners at Tennis Australia's night of nights! And Golden Globe noms are out, with some Aussies getting the nod See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A special team of Federal Police is being set-up to investigate anti-Semitic attacks across Australia. Nauru will receive millions of dollars in Aussie funding under a new treaty struck between the two countries. And It's the end of an ERA for Taylor SwiftSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Coalition has flagged plans to set up a new taskforce to tackle hatred against Jewish Australians if they win the next election. More than a million AUSSIE'S will see hefty increases in their government support payments from January. AND Jay Z has been dragged into a civil lawsuit against P-Diddy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Law enforcement agencies to meet to determine if Melbourne synagogue attack was an act of terror Support for Federal Labor nose-diving Syria's President ousted from office The Aussie men's and women's cricket teams score huge wins over India And Eminem has performed to a packed crowd in Abu Dhabi, just days after his mum's deathSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Treasurer Josh Frydenberg says Anthony Albanese is missing in action in the fight against religious based violence Woolworths reaches resolution with workers World leaders gather in Paris to re-open Notre Dame Cathedral See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Israeli Prime Minister has slammed Australia for its "anti-Isareli" sentiment Woolworths confident it can restock shelves despite strike continuing Seafood prices tumble ahead of Christmas See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Opposition Leader has condemned a deliberate fire-bombing attack on a Melbourne Synagogue. A new report warns Aussie children are increasingly being targeted with extremist material online. And Sabrina Carpenter has been spotted out and about post break up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Albanese slams an early morning arson attack on a Melbourne synagogue An Australian teenager who died in a mass methanol poisoning incident in Thailand is farewelled Aviation history made in Queensland today. The Aussies prepare to line up against India in the second test in Adelaide See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spy agencies calling for a whole-of-society approach to tackle threat of radicalisation of our kids online A funeral today for one of the young women who died from methanol poisoning in Laos The Aussie women get off to a flying start in their one-day cricket series against India And why Lambo Guy is in trouble with authoritiesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aussies are being warned not to expect many big spending measures in this month's mid-year economic update. Uber has released its naughty and nice list based on customer ratings across the country. And All the data from this years Spotify Wrapped listSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An Australian grandmother convicted of drug smuggling in Japan will appeal... The Federal Gov says the Commonwealth Bank has done the right thing in its decision to pause its three-dollar cash withdrawal fee. AND Spotify has revealed it's most streamed artist of the year! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show, Joe's getting to the bottom of what's really going on behind the headlines: Why the Maugean Skate is wreaking havoc for the Albanese government. Trump's making waves before he's even back in office. The number of female CEOs in Australia is declining. Joe is joined by #BossLady Amanda Rose, to hear why that is, and how that could be changed. LINKS Find out more about Amanda Rose, #BossLady at amandarose.com.au 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.

Donna Nelson has been jailed for six years after being found guilty of trafficking 2 kilos of meth into Japan South Korea moves to impeach its President, after his failed declaration of Martial Law The Matildas have returned to the winners list in international soccer And the daughter of Clint Eastwood celebrates after escaping a brush with the lawSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's economy continues to slow, despite record government spending at a State and Federal level. The Commonwealth Bank has paused its decision to hit customers with a 3 dollar withdrawal fee. And Taylor Swift has reacted to Beyonce being named the greatest pop star of the 21st century.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Commonwealth Bank is reportedly considering a backflip - after announcing major changes to fees. The five remaining members of the Bali Nine drug smuggling group still behind bars in Indonesia, could be back home by Christmas. AND Hugh Jackman's divorce is set to get messy! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The South Korean President has declared a state of martial law, but lawmakers have rejected it A Victorian murderer has withdrawn her application to undergo IVF treatment while serving her jail term An absolute giant of Australian tennis being remembered, following his death And Apple Music announces its year-end chart! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A record number of Aussies are struggling to pay their energy bills. China has now lifted all sanctions on Aussie exports. And Taylor Swift can add another milestone to her already long list of achievements!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Severe public backlash over a decision not to celebrate Australia day on the 26th of January, has forced a major hotel group to issue an apology. There're fears of looming strike action at airports across the country during the busy Christmas period. AND A major legal win for Angelie Jolie against ex Brad Pitt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1.9% of Australian power customers are now on hardship plans House prices on track to fall next year Fresh calls for Bryce Cotton to be given Australian citizenship And an icon of the Aussie small screen, reveals he has terminal cancerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's hoped Australia's largest cocaine haul will help crack down on organised crime The Federal Government will implement more than 100 recommendations from the Veteran Suicide Royal Commission. And Jamie Foxx is set to reveal the truth about his health crisis after the wild P-Diddy poisoning rumours.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Biden has pardoned his son Hunter on gun and tax evasion charges - despite previously ruling it out. The Federal Gov will implement more than 100 recommendations from the Veteran Suicide Royal Commission. AND The Rock has made a special visit during Moana 2's opening weekend! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A man in Sydney has been charged with killing both parents, while a man north of Perth is accused of killing his mum The UN weighs in on QLD's "Adult Crime, Adult Time" proposal A massive individual record for a Perth Wildcat And the death of a soapie legendSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police are hunting the killer of a much loved couple in Western Sydney Toyota recalls thousands of Corollas Government announces boost to HIV preventionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Canberra is dismissing questions over how tech giants will police age restrictions Calls to crackdown on sale of pre mix drinks More funds allocated to stamp out dodgy NDIS providersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of Australia's most notorious Paedophiles - Ashley Paul Griffith - has been sentenced to life in prison The Federal Gov says it will consult with the Opposition, to decide who should make up the new Reserve Bank boards. AND Ben Affleck has reunited with ex Jennifer Garner! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Communities in Western Australia are under threat from an emergency level bushfire burning north of Perth. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says new world-first social media laws will be a 'game changer'. AND A pair of Judy Garland's ruby slippers are up for auction! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The ban on Under 16s using social media has passed both houses and will become law A Queensland Police issued firearm has been recovered The Brisbane Heat to clash with the Sydney Thunder for a place in the WBBL final And two Aussie icons light up the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade in the US!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aussies Expected To Spend More Than $7b In Black Friday And Cyber Monday Sales. The Consumer Watchdog Taking Webjet To Court. Large Areas Of Australia Facing Increased Bushfire Risk This Summer. AND Diddy Denied Bail For A Third Time As He Awaits Sex Trafficking TrialSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal Government has set up a billion-dollar disaster fund, amid weather warnings much of Australia this summer. Lidia Thorpe has stormed the senate chamber - despite being banned for her outburst at Pauline Hanson. AND P Diddy has been denied bail for a third time! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Joe's diving deep into: The government's 'take it or leave it (but please leave it)' approach to the Misinformation Bill Are you one of the growing number of people who are identifying as Dutton-curious?! And Joe is joined by Clinical Psychologist Dr Danielle Einstein to hear her thoughts on the social media ban. In this episode, there is a mention of suicide. If this topic is triggering for you, please seek help by visiting Lifeline's website at https://www.lifeline.org.au/ or by calling 13 11 14. LINKS Find out more about Dr Danielle Einstein on her website danielleeinstein.com Purchase 'Raising Anxiety' 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.