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Anthony Albanese has returned to the floor of Parliament, to apologise for derogatory comments made during a fiery debate with the Shadow Minister. more emotional scenes at SYDNEY airport overnight, after two more mercy flights from Lebanon touched on AUSSIE soil. AND A lucky fan has had a chance encounter with a pop star on the streets of Melbourne!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lebanon Parliament trying to secure ceasefire with Israel A monster hurricane barrels towards the already-decimated Florida Coast Our Aussie women continue their outstanding start to the T-20 World Cricket Cup And Olivia Rodrigo out and about ahead of her first Melbourne showSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Opposition Leader has refused to back the federal government's motion on the Middle East conflict. Latest economic data shows a small jump in consumer confidence over the past seven days, following a decline the previous week. And Lady Gaga has opened-up about her biggest inspirations! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The opposition is standing firm against the Federal Government's so-called 'Help to Buy" scheme. A second mercy flight carrying Australians and their families out of Lebanon will arrive in Sydney later today. AND Taylor Swift have put those breakup rumours with Travis Kelce to bed! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Emotional scenes at Sydney Airport, as hundreds of Aussies touch down on home soil from Lebanon Members of Australia's Jewish community have gathered across the country, to mark the anniversary of the October 7 attacks New polling shows Anthony Albanese remains Australia's preferred Prime Minister Hurricane Milton barrels towards Florida See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Israel Mourns Anniversary Of October Seven Hamas Attacks. Repatriation Flights Bring Aussies Home From Lebanon. The Cost Of Groceries Brings Biggest Pain To Family Budgets. And Baby Boomers Living Longer -- But Suffering Worse Health Than Peers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first of two Qantas mercy flights are en route to Cyprus - to pick up stranded Aussie's citizens fleeing Lebanon. Meanwhile...Renewed fighting has broken out between Israel and Hezbollah, with the Lebanese militant group firing rockets into northern Israel. AND Madonna has made a heartbreaking family announcement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Penrith makes it four straight NRL premierships One year on from the deadly attack which prompted war in Gaza Fears for a missing babysitter after a house fire in Queensland The Roosters beat the Sharks to claim the NRL-W championship And a slow start at the box office for the Joker 2See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hundreds of Australians have arrived in Cyprus after fleeing Lebanon Calls to change Daylight Saving time change New Zealand rocked by strong earthquakeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal Government has chartered two flights to help Aussies flee warzone Qantas customers caught up in cyber theft The FBI helps foil an Australian terror attack See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Events To Be Staged In Sydney, Melbourne And Adelaide Marking Anniversary Of Oct 7. Qantas In Talks To Bring Stranded Aussies Home From The Middle East. Three Men Shot By Police In Sydney And Melbourne. And Elon Musk To Join Donald Trump At Scene Of Assassination Attempt In Butler.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's concerns petrol prices in Australia could spike, due to the growing conflict in the Middle East. A new survey shows majority of parents would support a ban on social media for children under 16. AND Eminem has made a major family announcement! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Central Coast Mariners player Angel Torres, will stand trial for rape and related charges, next year, after pleading not guilty The latest from the battleground in Lebanon More Best and Fairest players named as AFL clubs celebrate season's end And a much-loved TV host dies, after a lengthy battle with Motor Neurone DiseaseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pro-Palestinian Groups Wont Demonstrate In Sydney On Anniversary Of Hamas Attacks. Hundreds More Seats On Planes For Australians Fleeing Lebanon. Banks Ordered To Pay Back Up To Two Million Aussies. And.. The Death Of An 80s Tv IconSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Melbourne halfback Jahrome Hughes has won the NRL's highest individual honour, crowned the 2024 Dally M medallist. Western Bulldogs captain Marcus Bontempelli has claimed a sixth club best and fairest, taking out the Charles Sutton Medal. AND Carlos Alcaraz has come from a set down to beat world number one Jannick Sinner in the China Open final in Beijing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a special episode of The Real Story, Joe is focusing on the escalating crisis in the Middle East. What does the path forward look like? What role can we play from Australia? He's hearing from both sides of the conflict, and is joined by Shahd Bishara - an Arab Palestinian, a citizen of Israel and a medical doctor by profession; along with Nadav Shofet - a Jewish Israeli and director of Resource Development and English Communications department. Shahd and Nadav are both involved in Standing Together, a grassroots movement which advocates for peace, equality, and social justice, and they join us for an exclusive interview. 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.

States are scrambling to see what action can be taken to stop October 7 protests A Perth man found guilty of heinous crimes involving a 7-year-old girl Rugby League's night of nights in Sydney, sees 2 grand finalists claim the Dally Ms And warring Pink Floyd members, sell out to SonySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rallies Planned For One Year Anniversary Of Hamas Attack On Israel. U-S Vice Presidential Candidates Go Head To Head Over Middle East And Economy. Govt Secures Seats For Aussies Trying To Leave Lebanon. And Fresh Allegations Levelled Against DiddySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Almost 200 ballistic missiles have been launched into Israel from Iran The bodies of 20 children and 3 teachers recovered from a burning bus in Thailand Penrith star Scott Sorenson racing the clock to be fit for Sunday's NRL grand final And Diddy to be hit with sex assault and abuse allegations, from more than 100 accusersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Israeli Troops Now On The Ground In Lebanon With Fears Beiruit Airport Will Close. Cowboy Operators Rorting The NDIS On Notice. Canberra Inquiry Hears Social Media Should Be Banned For Under 18s. And More Aussies Hit The Shops In August Thanks To Warmer Weather. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Israel's military has started a ground operation in southern Lebanon. Australia's consumer watchdog will receive an extra $30 million to conduct more investigations into price gouging amongst supermarket giants. AND Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has made a bombshell claim about the late Queen Elizabeth in his tell-all memoir! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Six Possible Breaches Being Investigated After Hezbollah Flags Flown In Melbourne. Federal Government Confirms Back-To-Back Surpluses. Aussies Creatures Of Habit At The Supermarket. And Katy Perry Adds Adelaide To Aussie Tour As New Album Rockets Up Charts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Qantas engineers haves staged their first national two hour strike this morning as they ramp up their campaign for a pay increase. The Federal Government is set to deliver its first consecutive budget surplus in nearly 20 years. AND Two massive pop stars have performed a surprise acoustic set together in New York! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hezbollah's leader has been killed, with the Middle East conflict ramping up The Treasurer set to talk up a big budget surplus Fresh concerns for flooding in the NSW Northern Rivers Region The Aussie Men win their ODI series against England And the death of an icon of daytime televisionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hezbollah has vowed revenge on Israel after the death of its leader New figures reveal extent of Australia's food waste Asteroid dubbed a mini moon set to enter earth's orbitSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beloved actress Maggie Smith has passed away peacefully aged 89 Irael launches another airstrike on Lebanon Increased subsidies sees a drop in childcare costs See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

International Community Reiterates Calls For Ceasefire Between Hezbollah And Israel. Donald Trump To Meet With Ukraine's President Zelensky. Deadly Hurricane Batters Florida And Neighbouring States. AND Aussie Households Spending 20 Percent Of Wages On Groceries.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grocery prices rose 20% in 5 years The number of Australians suffering strokes has hit a 20 year high The Israeli military continue fighting with full force against Hezbollah in Lebanon See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whitehouse Statement Seeks Immediate 21 Day Ceasefire. Household Wealth Rises Despite Cost Of Living Crisis. Sydney, Brisbane And Melbourne Drivers Exposed To Higher Fuel Costs. And Coles Phasing-Out Single Use Bags In Fresh Produce SectionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Joe's got some news about the cost of living crisis. Could it be over? Could sweet relief be on the way? Plus, why Joe thinks we should be focusing on Indigenous inequality, rather than being fixated on the Australia Day debate. He's also joined by consumer law expert, Jeannie Paterson, to discuss the latest ACCC supermarket allegations. 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 Swans are rallying around a heartbroken Callum Mills, who's been ruled out of this weekend's AFL grand final... The Sharks are facing an uphill battle to have their best team on the field ahead of their preliminary clash with Penrith. AND Adam and Min Woo Lee have been paired together for the first round of the President's Cup in Montreal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More than 1000 Qantas engineers will stop work today over pay and conditions Search resumes today for missing Ballarat mum Samantha Murphy Aldi has once again come out on top as the best value supermarket in the latest survey by Choice See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CPI Grew By 2.7 Percent For August -- Down Point-8 On The July Figure. P-M Refusing To Confirm Planned Changes To Property Tax Concessions. One In Ten Aussies Waiting More Than 3Wks To See A GP. And .. Weather Bureau Apologises After Sending Out Test Tsunami Warning Message.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest inflation figures are out - with mortgage holders hoping it may be an indication of an impending interest rates cut... A renewed search of bushland for missing Ballarat mother, Samantha Murphy has resumed this morning. AND A major pop star has announced a brand new album! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Official Cash Rate Left On Hold At 4.35%. Australia Drawing Up Contingency Plans For Citizens In Lebanon. U-S Commerce Dept Looks To Ban E-V Imports From China. And.. Sabrina Carpenter's Colab With Christina AguileraSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Reserve bank is tipped to leave interest rates on hold when it makes its announcement this arvo. Coles and Woolies are expected to receive massive penalties for what the ACCC alleges to be unreasonable price gouging AND Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck have been spotted together in LA, meeting with celebrity divorce lawyer! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More than 350 people are dead and more than 1200 injured, after Israeli bombardment of Hezbollah targets in Lebanon NSW nurses appeal for pay rise: VIC ambos strike in principle agreement for pay rise Blues skipper Patrick Cripps, the toast of the AFL, claiming Brownlow medal And Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds looking loved up in NYC See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Consumer Watchdog Taking Court Action Against Supermarket Giants. The Coalition Stops Short Of Unveiling Costings For Ambitious Nuclear Plan. Donald Trump Unlikely To Run For President Again If He Loses November Election. And New Coach For Socceroos AnnouncedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Labor says reduced spending has allowed it to deliver a bigger than expected surplus The outcome of an investigation into massive turbulence on a Singapore Airlines flight The Swans and Lions preparing for the big dance, on neutral turf in Melbourne And a low-key night out for Taylor Swift See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Properties on Sydney's Northern Beaches have come under threat after a fire emergency Prime Minister issues an urgent warning to Australians in war zone Major development in cold case double murder mysterySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UN calls for calm after an Israeli airstrike on Beirut PM meets with Joe BIden at his home More rape allegations levelled against late father of Princess Di's boyfriendSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

U-S Think Tank Claims Coalition Nuclear Plan Will See Bills Rise By $665 A Year. Anthony Albanese Lands In U-S For Quad Summit. Extra Cash For 5 Million Aussies. And.. Rangers Cull A Massive Croc Lurking In Tourist HotspotSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An Australian man has been arrested in Thailand after he allegedly fled Australia while charged with rape. Millions of Aussie's will have more cash in their pockets - as Centrelink payments increase from today. AND Reclusive singer SIA has made a rare public appearance! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hezbollah's leader reacts to hardware attacks in Lebanon Traffic chaos expected in Sydney for finals footy The Aussie women off to a flyer in their T-20 series against NZ And big news out of the Kylie camp with a world tour AND new album on the way!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jobless Rate Remains At 4-point-2 Percent For Second Straight Month. Australia's Population Passes 27 Million. Legislation Adding Superannuation To Paid Parental Leave Passes Parliament. And Friends Concerned About Justin Bieber After Diddy Jailed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our Foreign Minister is urging Australians in Lebanon to leave after another deadly blast. The PM is quelling hopes of an interest rate cut in Australia. AND Ellen DeGeneres is making her return to our TV screens! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Real Story, Joe's diving deep into the SECOND assassination attempt on one Donald J Trump and what this means for the polls. He's also joined by James Willis - the man behind the breaking of the Heston Russell scandal that has engulfed the ABC. 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.

Six men accused of creating fake terror plot, on encrypted "Ghost" network A second wave of coordinated blasts across Lebanon Swans eye off key Hawks defender for next season And reports one of Australia's favourite singers is pregnant with her first babySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Productivity Commission Reccommends Free Childcare For Families Earning Less Than $80K. ASX Predicts Four Interest Rate Cuts In 2025. Government Welcomes New Rules For Young Instagram Users. And Hezbollah Vowing Revenge Over Israeli Pager Attack..See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Instagram is rolling out a major safety upgrade today, that it claims will better protect children online. The 2026 Commonwealth is back on, with Glasgow to host the event after Victoria pulled out. AND Miley Cyrus is being sued for one of her hit songs! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.