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Two Australian women, aged 19, are fighting for life in Thai hospitals after suspected mass methanol poisoning in Laos A man being questioned over the death of another Australian woman Jess and Noemi Fox win a joint award as Australia's most inspiring athletes And Sam Kerr makes a big announcement!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alan Jones will face court in December on dozens of historical indecent assault and sexual touching charges. Lidia Thorpe says she's unfazed -- after the Senate passed a Censure motion against her -- for interrupting a state reception for King Charles. And Big news from BeyonceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Broadcast veteran Alan Jones has been arrested in Sydney, over allegations he assaulted multiple young men. Australia is set to increase military co-operation with Japan and the United States AND Taylor Swift has skipped her boyfriend's latest NFL match in Buffalo!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tri-lateral talks have discussed the importance of this military relationship, in making a statement to the world Tributes flowing in for three young men, killed in a light plane crash in Victoria The Wallabies turn it on again, this time in Cardiff And Cold Chisel captures motor sport loving hearts, at the Adelaide 500!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A pilot and two passengers have been killed in a plane crash in regional Victoria Woman killed in violent neighbourhood dispute Free trade dominates talks on final day of APECSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Major bank issues warning over scammers targetting Black Friday and Cyber Monday shoppers Education at the centre of last Parliamentary sitting of the year Schoolies kicks off in the Gold Coast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal Government is rejecting claims its political donation reforms are designed to shut independent candidates out of the electoral process. The Victorian Premier has condemned protestors who - she says - tried to politicise a beautiful event for children. And Kylie Minogue will take part in this month's Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Major reforms are set to be introduced into Federal Parliament next week - aimed at limiting the influence of billionaires in Australian elections. Flights to and from Bali are again operating after days of cancellations. AND A blonde bombshell is making her Hollywood return after more than a decade hiatus!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Storms have slammed Queensland's south east the last two nights, and residents are being warned to brace for more A man arrested over a water pistol, which sparked fears of an active shooter in the Sydney CBD The Aussie men win their first T-20 match against Pakistan And a Hollywood heavyweight makes her return after a lengthy hiatus!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal Government admits Snapchat COULD be exempt from proposed social media age restrictions. The Federal Government is heralding the latest employment data --saying it shows it has the right policies in place. And Lady Gaga apparently has a new acting role in the works!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's unemployment rate has remained steady for the third straight month. Some good news for Aussie's stuck in Bali - with flights resuming between Australia and the holiday island. AND An actor from the Office has taken out this year's Sexiest Man Alive! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Joe Biden has held his first face-to-face meeting with Donald Trump, since the latter romped home in the US election A man to face court for three sex attacks on the Queensland Sunshine Coast A major Christmas bonus for child care workers at Goodstart Early Learning The NSW Golf Open gets underway today And the death of a British acting legend See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What you'll get on this week's Real Story with Joe Hildebrand! How the Democrats could have learned from the Voice campaign in Australia. Will Kevin Rudd get fired as the Ambassador to the US? And the outrage over a Jaimie Oliver book...is the outrage misplaced? Plus! Special guest and Adopt Change ambassador Zufi Emerson. 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 Albanese Government believes it can form a good working relationship with the Trump administration. The corporate regulator says C-Bus delaying insurance payouts to more than 10-thousand members, represents a 'systemic failure'. And People magazine name their sexiest man aliveSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are hopes a Nationwide education programme will drive-down vaping rates among Young Australians. Travellers have been left frustrated at airports across Australia and Bali, following a volcanic eruption AND Pop music's latest 'IT' couple has been spotted enjoying a rare date night in Sydney! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian holiday makers impacted by volcanic ash in Indonesia The resignation of the Archbishop of Canterbury Alex de Minaur's incredible year of tennis, comes to an end And the first trailer has been released for the new Bridget Jones movie!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal Opposition says it's "very concerned" about the potential arrival of an undetected boat at the tip of the Northern Territory. A timeline has been set for an inquest into the deadly Bondi Junction knife attack. And Lot's of Hollywood baby newsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Protesters have gate crashed a press conference by the Prime Minister in Tasmania. Rex Airlines has received an $80 million bailout from the Federal Gov. AND Liam Payne's Florida mansion is back on the market, barely a month after his death in Argentina. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nurses in NSW query a 40 percent pay hike over 4 years for police, when they can't get a one-off 15 percent rise A community reeling after a water tanker crashed into a kindergarten, killing a 43-year-old mum of 2 A first up loss for Carlos Alcaraz at the season-ending ATP Titles in Turin And Rita Ora pays tribute to late One Directioner, Liam Payne.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal Government says Australia is prepared for the economic effects of Donald Trump's time as U-S president. An Aussie soldier who ran into enemy fire during the Vietnam war is being described as a true hero. And The Aria's have a new hostSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's approval rating has hit a new low, according to the latest Newspoll. Australian's have paused for a minute's silence in Canberra today, to honour soldiers killed in battle. AND Olympic icon Rachel Raygun has made a huge announcement about her break-dancing career!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's 106 years since the signing of the armistice to end World War 1 Claims consumer advocacy group Choice has overstated price differences between Woolies and Coles, when compared to Aldi Australia the toast of the rugby league world And a royal Remembrance commemoration, in LondonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A man's been charged over the death of a 15 year whose body was found in bushland south of Sydney Border Force launches investigation into sailor found floating off Newcastle Childcare workers under investigation for questionable qualificationsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two men have faced court over a murder for hire plot on Donald Trump Sailor who fell overboard swims 8km to safety Government crackdown on social media misinformation faces oppositionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Qantas plane has made an emergency landing in Sydney after an engine issue which sparked a grass fire near the airport. State and territory leaders have endorsed the Federal Government's proposed social media ban for children under 16. And Jimmy Fallon has recruited some big names for his Christmas album titled Holiday Seasoning.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

State and territory leaders have endorsed the Federal Gov's proposed social media ban for children under 16. There's been traveller chaos at Airports across OZ this morning - thanks to a passport system outage. AND Charges have been laid, over the death of One Direction star Liam Payne.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In his first address since the election result, President Biden has called for an easing of tensions A former rugby league and union dual international has been charged with assault The Kangaroos mingle with fans on the NSW Central Coast as they prepare for the Pacific Championships decider And the Hollywood heavyweights threatening to leave the US - following Trumps re-election.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's real story is all about the US election. How did Donald Trump win? How did the pollsters get it so wrong? And how is it going to affect politics here in Australia? We'll give you all the answers and speak to the guy who predicted exactly what was going to happen in the election 3 weeks ago! 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 Federal Government admits some children may be able to circumvent its proposed social media ban, but says the policy is still worthwhile. The Opposition says there is "nothing to fear" from a Trump presidency. And The body of former One Direction singer Liam Payne has been released by authorities in ArgentinaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vice President Kamala Harris has vowed to keep fighting - after officially conceding the US election to Donald Trump A special cabinet meeting is expected to be called tomorrow, to push a social media ban for Aussie children under 16. AND Ariana Grande may be putting her pop career on the back-burner! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kamala Harris due to concede, later this morning Australia's expensive drug habit escalates, despite higher cost of living Why AJ Brimson looks set to be cleared of a betting breach by the NRL And the big names who supported Kamala Harris, fall silentSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump will become the 47th President of the United States -- after clinching victory in two key swing states. Emergency legislation to “protect community safety” will be introduced to Parliament. And Taylor Swift is into thriftingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The US election is underway, with some polling places extending voting hours due to bomb threats. Unions are pushing for a rate cut, to provide some cost-of-living relief for families, ahead of Christmas. AND Robert Irwin has posted an unusual collaboration with a member of the Royal family! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a campaign lasting more than a year, it's finally election day in the US 98 percent of Aussies doing it tough heading into Christmas Alex De Minaur qualifies for the ATP Finals in Turin And the Queen Consort out of action with a chest infectionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Knight's Choice has won this year's Melbourne Cup, under sunny skies at Flemington. The RBA has kept interest rates on hold, for its eighth board meeting in a row. And Lady Gaga has sung for Kamala Harris as Americans head to the pollsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 600 million dollar plan has been unveiled by the Federal Government, in a bid to recruit and retain defence personnel. Kamala Harris and Donald Trump make their final pitches ahead of the US election. AND Tributes are flowing after the death of a music titan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another day of searching will begin shortly for an 11-year-old boy missing off the coast A 600 million dollar plan to boost defence personnel Vauban and Buckaroo the favourites for today's Melbourne Cup And American music icon Quincy Jones, has died at the age of 91. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two independent M-Ps say they're giving up their membership of Qantas and Virgin V-I-P lounges, amid furore over free flight upgrades. The U-S presidential race is drawing to a close. And Lady Gaga is the latest celeb to support Kamala Harris on her socialsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Albanese admits his staff may have asked Qantas for upgrades on his behalf. The search continues for an 11yr old boy, who was swept out to sea on NSW's Central Coast. AND Aussie sweetheart Margot Robbie has welcomed her first child! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Five people have died across a truck fire, and two house fires, in NSW, Victoria and Queensland The US election too tight to call, less than 2 days out from the poll Horses trained by Chris Waller and Cairon Maher dominate the Melbourne Cup field And a massive welcomed for Ariana Grande in Sydney! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The PM has announced he'll slash student loans by up to 20 percent Virgin accuses politicians of ignoring taxpayer funded airfare rules Harris and Trump neck and neck in the final days of the White House race See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Prime Minister commits to election promise to lift the salary threshold to pay back student loans Fresh calls to reopen an investigation into an accident involving former Victorian premier Daniel Andrews Tax payers could now be forced to foot the legal bill for accused murderer Beau Lamarre Condon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jennifer Lopez has delivered an impassioned speech in support of Kamala Harris at a rally in Las Vegas. A Greens Senator is hailing her victory in the FederaL Court as a landmark moment for those who experience racism. And Mariah Carey season has officially started. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Albanese government could slash the student debt scheme, as a sweetener ahead of next year's election. Three people will remain behind bars, for rorting the N-D-I-S of $5.8 million dollars. AND Coldplay has welcomed an iconic 80's Hollywood star to the stage in Melbourne!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At least 158 people have been confirmed dead following devastating flash flooding in Spain's Valencia region Three people jailed over a multi-million dollar fraud against the NDIS and ATO The NRL Bulldogs terminate the contract of Josh Addo-Carr, due to drugs While AFL club Melbourne, has drug worries of its own And Coldplay continues its Music of the Spheres tour in MelbourneSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Optus is apologising to all customers affected by inappropriate retail sale practices. A Coalition frontbencher has confirmed she is carrying out an audit of her flight upgrades. And Olivia Rodrigo has broken her silence on the terrifying Melbourne onstage incident.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amidst all the travel drama surrounding the PM at the moment, we take a look to see whether he has done something, if anything wrong? Plus! The Dems just can't get it right, Donald keeps handing them ammunition and they just keep shooting themselves in the foot, we 'll let you know about the latest democratic debacle. And the US hot button issue that has reared it's head in the QLD State Election—is this a sign of things to come? We speak to Parnell Palme McGuinness who says that neither political party should go down this road. 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] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's mental health sector is in a dire state, with a new report showing the number of available beds for patients nationwide has fallen to its lowest level. Anthony Albanese has issued his strongest denial yet that he requested flight upgrades from former Qantas boss Alan Joyce during his time as Transport Minister. AND A new song by the late Liam Payne set to be released this week will be delayed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police in SA are looking into whether squalor and neglect caused the death of a woman with disabilities, in Port Augusta A major flood wreaks havoc in Spain The Brisbane Heat turn up the temperature in the Women's BBL And Guy Sebastian steps down from The Voice to focus on his own music careerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Treasurer has welcomed the latest economic data -- revealing Australia's inflation has dropped to its lowest level in about four years! A decision not to investigate six officials over Robodebt, is being reconsidered. And Channing Tatum and Zoe Kravitz have called it quits.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.