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Israel has carried out a strike in Doha, targeting a building it claims housed Hamas' political leadership, but the move is being condemned as a violation of international law by multiple world leaders. We break down the fallout of this shocking escalation, its impact on stalled ceasefire talks, and what it means for the future of the Gaza conflict. And in headlines today US right-wing activist and commentator Charlie Kirk, an influential ally of President Donald Trump, was fatally shot in the neck on Wednesday at an event at a Utah university; Prince Harry has had tea with his dad King Charles at their first face to face meeting in 19 months; As the manhunt for Dezi Freeman enters its 17th day, authorities are hoping a $1 million reward and the offer of protection against prosecution for anyone who may have helped the fugitive could lead them to a breakthrough arrest;  Just days after launching air strikes reportedly targeting Hamas leaders in Doha, Israel has also struck the Yemeni capital Sanaa and the northern province of al-Jawf; Liberal leader Sussan Ley has asked Jacinta Nampijinpa Price to step down from her coalition portfolios after the senator claimed the Labor government was bringing in more Indian migrants to bolster its vote; Former Aussie tennis great Lleyton Hewitt has been allowed to captain Australia in this weekend's Davis Cup match in Sydney despite being hit with a fine and a ban for "offensive conduct" at a previous tie when he pushed a volunteer doping control official against a wall THE END BITS Our new podcast Watch Party is out now, listen to our deep-dive into The Thursday Murder Club movie on Apple or Spotify. Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy  Guest: Audio Producer: Lu HillBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The United States Supreme court has granted a hearing about Donald Trump’s tariff agenda; Australian banks continue to cut hundreds of jobs, with NAB ending 410 roles; A breakthrough in a Koala STD vaccine could offer new hope for a human version; A Ukrainian refugee was killed on a late-night train after fleeing her wartorn country; Police release images of the campsite where Tom Phillips hid his three children in the bush for four years. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Cassandra Green Audio Production: Lu HillBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Brother is returning to its original Dreamworld house and live format, but as the social experiment gears up for its latest season, we're asking whether it's possible to protect contestants while still delivering on the drama. Plus, we break down what "forever chemicals" are, where they're hiding in your home, and the new Australian breakthrough that could finally help get rid of them. And in headlines today Israel's military has launched an attack on Hamas leaders in Qatar, where the Palestinian militant group has its political base; Victoria has become the first jurisdiction in Australia to introduce treaty legislation to parliament, paving the way for a formal agreement between the state's Indigenous people and the government; Brittany Higgins has been ordered to pay the bulk of her former boss's legal costs after losing a defamation case; Prince Harry will personally donate more than a million pounds to the BBC Children in Need charity, one of the largest individual sums publicly given by a member of the royal family THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy  Guest: Carly Dober, Director of the Australian Association of Psychologists Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ANZ has announced it will lay off thousands of employees as part of a significant restructure; The New South Wales government is introducing new tenancy laws to help domestic violence victims escape abusive living situations; Greta Thunberg’s Gaza Flotilla has reportedly been "firebombed" off the coast of North Africa; The decades-long saga over the Murdoch media empire has concluded, with Rupert Murdoch’s eldest son, Lachlan, now cemented as his successor; A federal appeals court has rejected Donald Trump's attempt to overturn a multimillion-dollar defamation verdict; And Australian football star Mary Fowler is set to make her runway debut at Paris Fashion Week. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Gemma Donahoe Audio Production: Tegan SadlerBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New crime data shows more than 40,000 victim-survivors of sexual assault were reported in the past year, the highest rate in over two decades. We break down what these alarming numbers mean for Australia, and why experts say this is just the tip of the iceberg. And in headlines today The three missing children of a fugitive in New Zealand, have been found after their father was shot and killed by police; The identity of a man dubbed the Moore Park rapist or Sydney’s Night Stalker has finally been revealed, more than 30 years after the attacks; The Australian eSafety commissioner has added 6 new codes to the Online Safety Act that will limit the ability of children to speak to AI chatbots; The man who was arrested last year for an alleged assassination attempt on then presidential candidate Donald Trump, has begun his trial; Actors Olivia Colman, Javier Bardem and Aimee Lou Wood are among more than 1300 film workers who have signed a pledge refusing to work with Israeli film institutions; A small group of family members, colleagues and close friends have attended a private funeral for legendary Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani, who died last week at the age of 91THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy  Guest: Audio Producer: Lu HillBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Convicted mushroom killer Erin Patterson was handed her sentence today after being found guilty of murdering three of her ex's relatives and the attempted murder of another; A "super rare" fatal shark attack at a major metropolitan beach has added to questions around the efficacy of shark nets; A company that lets users create nude images of Australian kids could be fined millions of dollars if it doesn't clean up its act; Lady Gaga has won artist of the year at the MTV Video Music Awards. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Ailish Delaney Audio Production: Lu HillBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The sentencing of convicted mushroom murderer Erin Patterson is being broadcast live across the country. But it's not the first time TV cameras have been allowed in the courtroom. So how did Justice Beale arrive at this decision?  And in headlines today The community in Melbourne’s outer northwest remains in fear with multiple perpetrators still on the run after the fatal knife attack of two young boys aged 15 and 12; Erin Patterson’s lawyers have urged justice Christopher Beale to show her mercy and give her a chance to be released back into the community, she will be sentenced today; Detective Leading Senior Constable Neal Thompson will be farewelled at a funeral at the Victoria Police Academy today; US President Donald Trump has posted an AI generated image of himself in the likeness of a character from the movie Apocalypse Now, but instead of the backdrop of Vietnam, it’s the Chicago skyline; Kristen Cabot, the woman at the centre of the Coldplay crowd cam incident that exposed her affair with her married colleague, has filed for divorce from her husband; Icon, Dame Julie Andrews has won an Emmy for her voice only performance as Lady Whisteldown in Bridgerton at the 77th Creative Arts Emmy Awards in LATHE END BITS Our new podcast Watch Party is out now, listen to our deep-dive into The Thursday Murder Club movie on Apple or Spotify. Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy  Guest: Sophie Newham, Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neo-Nazi group leader Thomas Sewell has been refused bail after allegedly attacking an Aboriginal protest site; The Israeli Army says it now controls 40 per cent of Gaza City; US President Donald Trump plans to rename Department of Defence to Department of War; Matilda’s skipper Sam Kerr will make her long awaited comeback to women’s football, named in the Chelsea side ahead of their Women’s super league opener; Exciting news for Bluey fans,  Disney and BBC studios have given us a release date for the upcoming Bluey movie. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Taylah Strano Audio Production: Ilaria Brophy Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After Russian President Vladimir Putin and China’s Xi Jinping were caught on mic musing about immortality and living to 150, we look at the science of longevity and ask what's truly possible. Plus, we break down the subtle signs that your "fun friend" might be a psychopath and how to protect yourself from their manipulations. And in headlines today, Iconic fashion designer Giorgio Armani, who has dressed the top Hollywood stars for decades, has died aged 91; The colleagues of fallen police officer Senior Constable Vadim de Waart Hottart, who was shot in an alleged ambush in Porepunkah, will form a guard of honour today as he is farewelled by friends and family; Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has had a phone call with President Donald Trump to discuss trade and critical minerals; The Princess of Wales has ended the speculation about her hair colour, stepping out with husband Prince William with her newly blonde locksTHE END BITS Our new podcast Watch Party is out now, listen to our deep-dive into The Thursday Murder Club movie on Apple or Spotify. Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy  Guest: Dr Lindsay Wu, University of NSW Laboratory of Ageing ResearchAudio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robodebt victims will share in the largest class action settlement in Australian history after appealing their case; The number of sexual assaults in Australia is at its highest rate in more than 20 years; Victims of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein are demanding the release of all unclassified records held by the Trump Administration; Tech giants have been put on notice over the upcoming ban on social media accounts for under 16s in Australia; and Qantas is giving its staff uniform a major overhaul. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Sasha Tannock Audio Production: Lu HillBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following anti-immigration protests across the country, we’re looking at what’s driving the rise of extremist groups, and whether they're a growing threat to our communities. Plus, bad news for our hayfever friends out there... the season is back, and depending where you live, worse than ever. And in headlines today, Police believe accused gunman Dezi Freeman is still alive and that they possibly know where he is hiding; Housing affordability has dropped to a 20-year low, but first-home buyers are still finding ways to get into the market; A woman branded as the "Ketamine Queen" has pleaded guilty to selling Matthew Perry the drug that killed the Friends star; North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un and Russian President Vladimir Putin were among high-profile leaders in Beijing for a parade marking the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second Sino-Japanese War and World War II; Authorities in Florida have announced that they are working to become the first US state to remove childhood vaccine mandates, a public health policy that has kept children safe from infectious diseases for decades; Bruce Willis’ wife Emma Hemming Willis has defended the family’s difficult decision to move Bruce into his own homeTHE END BITS Our new podcast Watch Party is out now, listen to our deep-dive into The Thursday Murder Club movie on Apple or Spotify. Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy  Guest: Josh Roose, Associate Professor of Politics at Deakin University. Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A US committee has released 33,000 pages of the Jeffrey Epstein files; A female rideshare driver was stabbed multiple times outside of Westfield Coomera; More than half of federal politicians own investment properties or multiple homes; A woman who accelerated through a school fence and killed 11-year-old Jack Davey will walk free; Rapper Cardi B has been unanimously cleared of civil assault allegations. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Cassandra Green Audio Production: Ilaria BrophyBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A growing number of teenagers are turning to AI chatbots for mental health support, but a new investigation reveals the dangerous risks. We look at the chilling stories and the urgent calls for regulation as more young people log their deepest fears with artificial intelligence. Listen to Mamamia's WELL podcast here If this episode stirred up any feelings for you, help is available. You can contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 And in headlines today, Anna Wintour’s replacement has been announced as the longtime American Vogue editor steps down after 37 years, 39 year old Chloe Malle, the daughter of actress Candice Bergen taking over; Businesses in the popular Alpine region, who should be gearing up for a bumper school holiday season, are instead grappling with the impact of a massive hunt for accused police killer Dezi Freeman; Thomas Sewell, the leader of an Australian Neo Nazi group who marched in protest of immigration on the weekend, has been charged over an attack on a First Nations camp after Sunday’s rally; A magnitude 5.5 earthquake has shaken southeastern Afghanistan, two days after a large quake in the same region killed more than 1400 people and injured thousands more; A US judge has ruled that President Donald Trump's mobilisation of the National Guard in California was illegal; Singer Justin Bieber has made a bride’s day even more memorable, taking photos with her and her girls in the lobby of the hotel where she was celebrating her nuptialsTHE END BITS Our new podcast Watch Party is out now, listen to our deep-dive into The Thursday Murder Club movie on Apple or Spotify. Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy  Guest: Raffaella Ciccarelli, News & Weekend Editor Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan has labelled neo-Nazis as "goons" after a self-described neo-Nazi and his associate crashed her press conference in Melbourne; The International Association of Genocide Scholars has passed a resolution stating that Israel's actions in Gaza meet the legal definition of genocide; A recent surge in berry consumption in Australia has prompted a review of a popular pesticide; And this year's Venice Film Festival has seen a sweet fashion moment between two of Hollywood's biggest stars. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Gemma Donahoe Audio Production: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ahead of the teen social media ban, a new landmark report on age verification has given the tech the green light... sort of.  Plus, where's the President? After days of public absence and wild health speculation, Donald Trump has finally been spotted, but concerns over his health remain.  And in headlines today, Police searching for alleged gunman Dezi Freeman in the Victorian high country say they believe people know where he is; The GPS system of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen's airplane was jammed while en route to Bulgaria, with Russian interference suspected; The women playing in this year’s cricket world cup will be getting four times their last tournament fee, more than the men’s pay from 2 years ago; Algerian Olympic champion Imane Khelif has appealed against a World Boxing decision barring her from upcoming events unless she undergoes genetic sex testing; Rapper Snoop Dogg has admitted he is "not perfect" after facing a backlash over his criticism of a same-sex couple in the animated movie Lightyear; Actress Emily Blunt says she is struggling with two things while filming the new Devil wears Prada sequel, wearing heels and being fed too much pasta by her brother-in-law Stanley TucciTHE END BITS Our new podcast Watch Party is out now, listen to our deep-dive into The Thursday Murder Club movie on Apple or Spotify. Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy  Guest: Amelia Lester, Mamamia's US Correspondent Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hundreds of people are feared dead following a magnitude 6 earthquake that struck eastern Afghanistan; Far-right demonstrators have been condemned and could face punishment, after storming an Aboriginal protest site in Melbourne; South Australia has banned fish-shaped soy sauce dispensers from today; A man has been arrested and a police officer injured after a car ploughed through the gates of the Russian consulate in Sydney; A new book about the monarchy details an account given by Queen Camilla about an attack she experienced as a teenager. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Ailish Delaney Audio Production: Ilaria BrophyBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Penalty rates are finally protected for millions of Aussie workers but not everyone is happy about it. Plus, spring might be on the calendar but where the bloody hell is it? With never-ending cold snaps and frosty mornings, we're investigating the idea of "false spring" and when the warmer weather will actually stick around. Check out our women's health podcast WELL hereAnd in headlines today, Racism and extremism at anti-immigration rallies across Australia has been condemned after a score of arrests following violent clashes with police on Sunday; Police are throwing everything at their bushland hunt for alleged gunman Dezi Freeman, who has been on the run for seven days after allegedly shooting dead two officers and injuring a third, Freeman’s wife also urging her husband to give himself up; Climate campaigner Greta Thunberg has again joined a flotilla of boats loaded with aid for Gaza, aiming to break Israel's naval blockade and deliver food to the shattered enclave; 28 years after her death, Princess Diana’s brother has posted photos of flowers he left at her gravesite on the private island where she is buried; Dutch runner Sifan Hassan was the first woman to cross the finish line of the Sydney marathon yesterday doing so in record time; It seems we have been duped, TMZ told Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson's relationship was nothing more than a PR stuntTHE END BITS Our new podcast Watch Party is out now, listen to our deep-dive into The Thursday Murder Club movie on Apple or Spotify. Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy  Guest: Jane Bunn, 7News Meteorologist Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Desi Freeman's wife & a teenage boy arrested and questioned as he remains at large; Reality TV star Matt Wright has been found guilty of two counts of attempting to pervert the course of justice; One person has been arrested after a foiled plan to hijack a passenger aircraft in Australia was uncovered; One man arrested over kidnapping and death of Western Sydney mother Kim Tran; Australia called up for NASA moon mission; Comedian Dave Hughes currently in intensive care following AFL Legends match.  The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Taylah Strano Audio Production: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a rare moment of almost total unity, 14 of the 15 UN Security Council members have declared the famine in Gaza a man-made crisis, with only the United States refusing to sign on to the joint statement. Plus, triple murderer Sef Gonzales has just had a major win in court, being allowed to appeal his three life sentences for killing his parents and sister more than 20 years ago. Listen: The Gonzales Family Murders And in headlines today, a manhunt for accused police killer Desi Freeman enters its fourth day; Australian leaders hit out at planned anti-immigration demonstrations planned for the weekend; Matt Wright might soon learn his fate, with the jury in the reality TV star's Supreme Court trial to resume deliberations; Influencer Emily Kiser has spoken for the first time about losing her three-year-old son Trigg in a drowning accident.THE END BITS Our new podcast Watch Party is out now, listen to our deep-dive into The Thursday Murder Club movie on Apple or Spotify. Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy & Ailish Delaney Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police in Victoria say they won't rest until they apprehend a fugitive on the run; A 12 year old girl who lost her life a school bus crash in Victoria is being remembered as a talented basketballer with an infectious personality; Olympic champion Jessica Fox has undergone surgery to remove a tumour from her kidney; Kmart owner Wesfarmers has reported a 14 per cent increase in net profit; and former tennis star Anna Kournikova is reportedly expecting her fourth baby at age 44. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Sasha Tannock Audio Production: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Queensland's Daniel's Law has officially come into effect with a new public sex offender registry. And Australia finds itself squeezed between Israel and Iran with embassies closed, envoys expelled, and blame flying in all directions. And in headlines today, A search for a fugitive who allegedly murdered two police officers has entered a third day, as Victoria grieves for the fallen officers; Australians of Iranian heritage are facing verbal abuse and intimidation over Tehran's involvement in two anti-Semitic attacks in Sydney and Melbourne; The support team behind Travis and Jason Kelce’s football podcast New Heights have explained the stress of holding the secret of Travis’ now fiancee Taylor Swift appearing on the show to announce her new album; Prince Jackson, Michael Jackson's eldest son is engaged to marry his girlfriend Molly after eight years together.THE END BITSSupport independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy  Guest: Dr Jessica Genauer, Senior Lecturer in International Relations at Flinder's UniversityAudio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former West Australian senator Linda Reynolds has won a defamation case against her former staffer Brittany Higgins; One person is dead and several injured following a bus crash earlier today; An update on the shooting in the Victorian high country; AFL player Mitch Brown is the game’s first openly bisexual man; All the easter eggs in Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s engagement post.  The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Cassandra Green Audio Production: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia Post is the latest courier to suddenly halt shipments to the US due to new Trump administration customs rules, throwing Aussie small businesses into chaos. Plus, it's the 70th anniversary of the Guinness World Records, so we're diving into the epic origins. Like all good stories, this one started at the pub. And in headlines today, In a beautiful garden surrounded by greenery and flowers, Taylor Swift had her own love story where she got to say yes, as she announced overnight that Travis Kelce had got down on one knee and proposed to the singer; A heavily armed man remains on the run in dense Victorian bushland after killing two police officers in a shooting ambush; Tehran has denied any involvement in anti-semitic attacks on Australian soil, linking the attacks to Australia’s support for a Palestinian state; Brittany Higgins will find out today whether she will be found to have defamed her former boss Linda ReynoldsTHE END BITSSupport independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An unprecedented diplomatic move has seen Iran's ambassador to Australia, Ahmad Sadeghi, expelled from the country; Two Victorian police officers have been killed and one left injured after a shooting in the rural town of Porepunkah; In a world-first medical breakthrough, a genetically modified pig lung has successfully functioned in a human for nine days; And former Police officer Beau Lamarre-Condon has pleaded not guilty murdering two people The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Gemma Donahoe Audio Production: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Convicted murderer Erin Patterson is back in court this week for her plea hearing, where she'll face her sole survivor Ian Wilkinson and hear from the families of those fatally poisoned during that deadly lunch in July 2023. We break down what happened on day one of proceedings, what we can expect from day two, and what happens next as she faces a potential life sentence for the death cap mushroom murders. And in headlines today, mushroom murderer Erin Patterson will learn her fate in 13 days, the triple killer's sentence date set for September 8; Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says an Israeli strike on a hospital in the Gaza Strip that killed 20 people, including five journalists, was a "tragic mishap"; Kilmar Abrego, the migrant whose wrongful deportation to El Salvador made him a symbol of US President Donald Trump's aggressive immigration policies, has been detained again, just days after being released; Australia's youngest senator, South Australian Charlotte Walker has delivered her first speech to parliament describing the deep shame she felt over her struggles with depression; According to celebrity gossip site Duexmoi, there's a new celebrity couple alert, with actor and director Zoe Kravitz seen kissing Harry Styles while out in London THE END BITSSupport independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy  Guest: Teegan Dolling, 7News ReporterAudio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Erin Patterson's only surviving victim has forgiven her for trying to kill him, as he urged her in court to confess to the murders, while reading his victim impact statement during Patterson’s plea hearing on Monday; All first home buyers will have the chance to get on the property ladder with a lower deposit sooner, as a federal scheme kicks in earlier; New analysis has found women are more likely to face harassment and bullying at work for blowing the whistle; A posthumous and "unsparing" memoir by one of Jeffrey Epstein's most prominent accusers, Virginia Roberts Giuffre, will be published in coming months. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Ailish Delaney  Audio Production: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Should we all join a run club? As Sydney prepares to host its first World Marathon Major this week, we explore why Australia is in the middle of a run club boom. Plus, did you grow up believing phones before bed would destroy your sleep? New research shows your screen habit might not be the sleep stealer we once thought.  And in headlines today, More than 300,000 people marched in support of Palestine across over 40 cities and towns on Sunday — the largest mobilisation of its kind in Australia; Erin Patterson will return to court this week to face her surviving victim and the families of the three people she murdered with a poisoned meal; Lyle and Erik Menendez have both been denied parole after separate hearings in California; Luke Hemmings, frontman of the band 5 Seconds of Summer, has revealed that he and his wife quietly welcomed their first child — a baby girl. THE END BITSSupport independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Tahli Blackman  Guest: Turia Pitt, endurance athleteAudio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Security cameras will be trialled at hundreds of childcare facilities across the country in the wake of child abuse allegations rocking the sector; Treasurer Jim Chalmers has hinted at potential changes to superannuation and capital gains taxes, and says “intergenerational fairness” will be at the heart of any tax reform; Erik Menendez has been denied parole after decades in prison; A postal worker has been charged over an alleged scheme that used stolen bank cards from the mail to commit nearly $1.5 million in fraud; And Australian sunscreen brand Ultra Violette has voluntarily pulled its popular "Lean Screen" product from shelves due to concerns over its sun protection factor.  The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Gemma Donahoe  Audio Production: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From cancelled visas to Prime Ministerial public insults; Australia's diplomatic relationship with Israel has been strained in the past few weeks. We've compiled all the details here.  Plus, after this week's national productivity roundtable put AI on the agenda, we explore which jobs are most likely to go first and whether you should panic about automation taking over your career. And in headlines today, Tensions between Australia and Israel have escalated, with Benjamin Netanyahu criticising Anthony Albanese in a TV interview; Bruce Lehrmann’s defamation appeal ended early after judges criticised his lawyer’s arguments; Education ministers meet today to discuss childcare safety reforms after recent abuse cases; Millie Bobby Brown and husband Jake Bongiovi have announced they’ve adopted their first child. THE END BITS Click here to get 20% off your Mamamia subscription and we'll match it with a 20% donation to RizeUp, our charity partner supporting women and families affected by domestic violence. Offer ends August 24.  Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Tahli Blackman  Guest: Catie Powers, Mamamia weekend writerAudio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Israeli military says it has begun the first stage of a ground offensive to take control of Gaza City; Thousands of students are holding mass meetings on university campuses across Australia to debate and vote on whether the federal government and universities should impose sanctions on Israel; Antarctica is undergoing sudden and possibly irreversible changes to its ice, ocean, and ecosystems, with serious consequences for Australia and the world, according to new research in Nature; Frank Caprio, the longtime Providence judge known for his heartfelt rulings on Caught in Providence, has died at 88. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Tahli Blackman Audio Production: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's been new allegations levelled against Justin Baldoni as his legal drama with Blake Lively gets messier. Plus, is the name "Karen" finally being replaced as the internet's ultimate villain?  And in headlines today, a court has been told that Bruce Lehrmann told a number of lies during his defamation trial against Channel 10 and journalist Lisa Wilkinson because he was trying not to expose himself as a rapist; Queensland police say they believe they know the location of the man who threw hot coffee on a baby in a Brisbane park last year; A sweeping review of Victoria's childcare sector found the state's childcare watchdogs are failing to keep kids safe; A US judge has denied the Justice Department's bid to unseal records from a grand jury that indicted the late financier Jeffrey Epstein on sex trafficking charges THE END BITS Click here to get 20% off your Mamamia subscription and we'll match it with a 20% donation to RizeUp, our charity partner supporting women and families affected by domestic violence. Offer ends August 24.  Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy  Guest: Jess Clark, Mamamia Managing EditorAudio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Actress Aubrey Plaza has opened up about the grief she feels since her husband Jeff Baena took his own life in January this year; Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke has defended his call to deny far-right Israeli politician Simcha Rothman’s visa; Kevin Costner has sought to dismiss a sexual harassment lawsuit brought by a stuntwoman on one of his sets; a royal commission into domestic, family and sexual violence has seen more than 5000 people bravely speak up. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Cassandra Green Audio Production: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump has been busy dealing in diplomacy, meeting with both the Russian and Ukrainian  leaders separately this week as he positions himself as the peacemaker who can end the war in Ukraine... but why won't he just get them in the same room? Plus, want to survive your next team meeting? There are only three types of people at work and knowing who you are will go a long way in getting stuff done. And in headlines today, Bruce Lehrmann will have three days to convince a judge to throw out the finding that he likely raped his colleague Brittany Higgins in parliament house as he takes his appeal to court today; Tasmania's returned minority Liberal premier has declared he wants to get on with the job after a snap election and weeks of political uncertainty finally came to an end this week; Israel is studying Hamas' response to a Gaza Strip ceasefire proposal for a 60-day truce and the release of half the hostages still held in the enclave; The tenth Women's Rugby World Cup, which opens in England this weekend, looks set to smash attendance records and set a very high bar for Australia when we host the event in 2029; Kristin Davis has revealed that she was once set up on a date with Friends star Matthew Perry THE END BITS Click here to get 20% off your Mamamia subscription and we'll match it with a 20% donation to RizeUp, our charity partner supporting women and families affected by domestic violence. Offer ends August 24.  Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy  Guest: Amelia Lester, US Correspondant  Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hundreds of thousands of Aussies have had their information leaked in a cyber attack involving internet provider iiNet; Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he’s ready to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin for talks; A woman known as the ‘Ketamine Queen' has agreed to plead guilty to supplying the drug that led to the death of Friends' star Matthew Perry; Palestine will have an entrant in the Miss Universe pageant for the first time this year; And a number of TikTok-inspired words have been added to the Cambridge Dictionary. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Sasha Tannock Audio Production: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recently Israelis took to the streets of Tel Aviv demanding their government stop the military expansion in Gaza and bring the hostages home; signalling a major turning point from within the country. Plus, happy Equal Pay Day... the day that marks when women have finally earned what men already took home by June 30. And in headlines today, Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskiy and US President Donald Trump have expressed hope their White House meeting could lead to trilateral talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin to bring an end to Moscow's war on Ukraine; Hamas has accepted the latest proposal for a 60-day ceasefire with Israel that includes the return of half the hostages the group holds in Gaza and Israel's release of some Palestinian prisoners; Israel's foreign affairs minister says the visas of Australia's representatives to the Palestinian Authority have been revoked over Australia's recognition of a Palestinian state and for refusing entry to Israeli figures; The son of Norway's crown princess has been charged with rape, domestic violence, assault and other crimes following a year-long police investigation; A lioness rescued from Ukraine is thriving and has fallen in love, a year after being evacuated to the UK THE END BITS Click here to get 20% off your Mamamia subscription and we'll match it with a 20% donation to RizeUp, our charity partner supporting women and families affected by domestic violence. Offer ends August 24.  Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy  Guest: Dr Jess Genauer, Senior Lecturer in International Relations at Flinders University Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's largest airline has been ordered to pay a landmark penalty of 90 million dollars; Donald Trump is urging Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskiy to come to a negotiated settlement in the 3.5-year-old conflict with Russia; A new poll shows the percentage of voters happy with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's performance outnumbers those dissatisfied for the first time in two years; Australia's workplace ombudsman will be asked to support the right to work from home; Women working in STEM sectors are being encouraged to apply for a world-first prize for emerging researchers. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Ailish Delaney Audio Production: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With recent teacher strikes and classrooms under pressure, more parents are making a radical choice for their kids... homeschooling. We explore why families from all walks of life are bringing the classroom home, the challenges they face, and what this boom means for Australia's education system. And in headlines today, US envoy Steve Witkoff has offered some of the first details of what was discussed at the weekend's summit in Alaska between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin including Putin agreeing to Article 5-like protection for Ukraine by the US; It’s Vietnam veterans day today, marking 50 years since the end of the Vietnam war, and still more than 2000 Aussies who fought in the conflict are waiting for recognition of their service; Terence Stamp who played the iconic trans character Bernadette Bassenger in Priscilla Queen of the Desert, has died aged 87 THE END BITSSupport independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here Want $10 + a free month of Mamamia? We've got you.We're cooking up something exciting and need your brilliant opinions to help us make even better content.It's just 20 minutes of your time, and you'll get: $10 e-gift card 3 month Mamamia subscription (or gift it to someone if you're already a subscriber) Survey hereT&Cs here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy  Guest: Raffaella Ciccarelli, News & Weekend Editor Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New changes will see Working With Children checks under a national system; More Aussie than ever before are taking certain illicit drugs; The Prime Minister has defended Australia’s move to recognise a Palestinian state amid criticism from the US; There’s been a recent push to revise Victoria’s burial laws to allow owners to be laid to rest with their pets; Skydance confirms Top Gun 3 film will remain on track following Paramount acquisition. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Production: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In case you missed it, Taylor Swift has new music on the way.  In true Taylor fashion there are lots of moving parts with this announcement, so we've condensed them all in one place for you.  Plus, are we moving to a four-day working week? New leaked Treasury documents reveal the government's real priorities ahead of next week's productivity roundtable.  And in headlines today, U.S. President Donald Trump says he believes Russian President Vladimir Putin may be ready to strike a deal to end the war in Ukraine; Celebrated Australian film critic David Stratton has died aged 85; Humanoid robots danced, played instruments and showed off martial arts at the opening of the first World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing; Priscilla Presley is being sued by former business partners who accuse her of pulling daughter Lisa Marie Presley’s life support to gain control of the family name; Former Australian cycling star Matthew Richardson has become the fastest cyclist ever.  THE END BITSSupport independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here Want $10 + a free month of Mamamia? We've got you.We're cooking up something exciting and need your brilliant opinions to help us make even better content.It's just 20 minutes of your time, and you'll get: $10 e-gift card 3 month Mamamia subscription (or gift it to someone if you're already a subscriber) Survey hereT&Cs here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Tahli Blackman  Guest: Tina Burke, Mamamia Entertainment EditorAudio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The PM has warned political opponents and the media against “Hamas propaganda” after the designated terrorist group reportedly praised the government’s plan to recognise a Palestinian state; US President Donald Trump has issued a starknew warning to Russian leader Vladimir Putin about the war in Ukraine…ahead of their meeting in Alaska; Australians’s are being urged to protect themselves online after a new report revealed nearly half of the nation’s internet users experienced some form of cybercrime in the last year; And Australia’s beloved Bindi Irwin has shared a positive health update following emergency surgery in the United States earlier this year.  The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Gemma Donahoe Audio Production: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Reserve Bank has cut interest rates for the third time this year, but what does this actually mean for mortgage holders, renters and first home buyers trying to get into the market? Plus, alarming numbers of young people are heading to TikTok for birth control advice, with new research showing most of these videos are seriously misleading... And in headlines today Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has resurfaced an idea - also enthusiastically floated by US President Donald Trump - that Palestinians should simply leave Gaza; More details have been revealed about the shot fired at Sydney airport yesterday, The bullet ending up lodged in the oven of a nearby cafe; Catherine the Princess of Wales has released another of her Mother Nature series of videos on her social media, narrating a story about how people, along with flowers blooming and fruit ripening, also have the potential for growth in the warmer months; US President Donald Trump has announced that country musician George Strait, action movie star Sylvester Stallone and rock band Kiss will be celebrated with the 2025 Kennedy Center honours, which he will host himself THE END BITSSupport independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here Want $10 + a free month of Mamamia? We've got you.We're cooking up something exciting and need your brilliant opinions to help us make even better content.It's just 20 minutes of your time, and you'll get: $10 e-gift card 3 month Mamamia subscription (or gift it to someone if you're already a subscriber) Survey hereT&Cs here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guest:Effie Zahos, Nine News Money EditorDr Caroline de Moel-Mandel, School of Psychology and Public Health La Trobe University.Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A gun was discharged this morning inside one of Australia’s busiest airports; The Australian Council of Trade Unions will call for a four day work week at next week’s economic summit; Four people arrested over a burglary, reportedly at Brad Pitt's Los Angeles mansion; Trump says homeless individuals could face jail time if they stay on Washington DC's streets.  The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Cassandra Green Audio Production: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Taylor Swift has just announced her 12th studio album The Life of a Showgirl and sent the internet into chaos... but how did we get here, and did you catch all the Easter eggs she's been dropping? Plus, Australia's divorce rate has plummeted to its lowest point in 50 years, but before we celebrate stronger relationships, we explore whether the whole story includes some darker reasons why fewer people are legally ending their marriages. And in headlines today the foreign ministers of 24 countries including Australia have released a statement calling for unrestricted aid to be allowed into Gaza saying the humanitarian crisis has reached unimaginable levels; Madonna has urged the Pope to travel to Gaza before it's too late saying" As a mother, I cannot bear to watch their suffering"; Tech giants Apple and Google have been found to have engaged in anti-competitive conduct, paving the way for a payout that could be worth hundreds of millions of dollars; An increasing number of Britons believe Prince Andrew should be stripped of his titles THE END BITSSupport independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here Want $10 + a free month of Mamamia? We've got you.We're cooking up something exciting and need your brilliant opinions to help us make even better content.It's just 20 minutes of your time, and you'll get: $10 e-gift card 1 month Mamamia subscription (or gift it to someone if you're already a subscriber) Survey hereT&Cs here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guest: Tina Burke, Mamamia's Entertainment EditorAudio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Taylor Swift has confirmed she has another album on the way; The Reserve Bank cuts official interest rates; Prime Minister Anthony Albanese deflects criticism that recognition of Palestinian statehood will do little on the ground in Gaza; and Jennifer Aniston has made some rare comments about THAT love triangle back in 2005. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Sasha Tannock Audio Production: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It might still be early in Trump's second term, but he's already positioning himself as a dealmaker on the world stage; from brokering peace between nations to preparing for a historic summit with Putin in Alaska this week. But with Ukraine's leader notably absent from the Putin meeting, and tensions escalating in Gaza, we're asking whether Trump's legacy as a peacemaker is actually working or if some conflict resolutions remain out of reach. And in headlines today US President Donald Trump is deploying 800 National Guard troops to Washington DC, and putting the city's police department under federal control; Australia has been urged to go further than recognising a Palestinian state by following up with sanctions and an arms embargo on Israel; Prince Harry and Meghan have extended their partnership with Netflix with a multi-year, first-look deal including another series and Christmas special of With Love Meghan; Lifeblood are hoping a little bit of sibling rivalry will help increase their blood and plasma supplies, encouraging middle children to step out from the shadows of their over achieving older siblings and extroverted younger ones to roll up a sleeve THE END BITSSupport independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here Want $10 + a free month of Mamamia? We've got you.We're cooking up something exciting and need your brilliant opinions to help us make even better content.It's just 20 minutes of your time, and you'll get: $10 e-gift card 1 month Mamamia subscription (or gift it to someone if you're already a subscriber) Survey hereT&Cs here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guest: Amelia Lester, Mamamia's US Correspondent Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia will recognise the state of Palestine in a historic move that will redefine the nation's foreign policy; Police hope new images of a man wanted for the brutal rape of his neighbour 50 years ago will finally bring him to justice; Australian workers face a "class ceiling" that leaves some with less chance for job progression; Halle Berry’s ex-husband David Justice has shared the reason for his divorce from the actress nearly three decades ago. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Ailish Delaney Audio Production: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recent data shows more young children are reaching out to Kids Helpline about bullying, but two-thirds aren't telling their parents because they don't want to add to family stress. We explore what actually happens when a child calls for help, and how parents can create safe spaces for these crucial conversations without rushing to fix everything immediately. If you or anyone you know needs to speak with an expert, you can contact Lifeline on 13 11 14, Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800 or Parent Line on 1300 1300 52. And in headlines today Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has won diplomatic backing from Europe and NATO ahead of a US-Russia summit this week after fears Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump may try to dictate terms for ending the more than 3 year war without them; Australia looks to be gearing up to follow several major Western powers in recognising a Palestinian state at an upcoming UN meeting; The Tasmanian Liberal government has announced it will phase out greyhound racing by mid 2029 as it works to shore up support from independents to remain in power; Prince Harry is reportedly considering starting a new humanitarian charity after a highly publicised dispute saw him leave one he had set up to support the health and wellbeing of young people in Botswana and Lesotho THE END BITSSupport independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here Want $10 + a free month of Mamamia? We've got you.We're cooking up something exciting and need your brilliant opinions to help us make even better content.It's just 20 minutes of your time, and you'll get: $10 e-gift card 1 month Mamamia subscription (or gift it to someone if you're already a subscriber) Survey hereT&Cs here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Producer: Raffaella Ciccarelli  Guest: Leo Hede, National Manager Kids HelplineAudio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The estranged husband of convicted murderer Erin Patterson told a court he believed she tried to poison him four times before the fatal mushroom lunch that killed his parents and aunt; Former army major Graeme Davidson has been granted bail after being charged with murdering his wife, Jacqueline Davidson, during a 2020 kayak trip near Brisbane; France's largest wildfire in decades has been contained after burning over 160 square kilometres in the Aude region and killing one person; Kelly Clarkson is focusing on her kids after Brandon Blackstock died of cancer; Jacob Elordi and Olivia Jade have reportedly split again. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Tahli Blackman Audio Production: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new report has found Victorian police practices around family violence not only fall short, but are actually harming some of the people they're supposed to be protecting. Plus, we couldn't help but wonder... what legacy does And Just Like That leave as it's departure is confirmed after three seasons.   If you or anyone you know needs expert help, please contact 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732) — the National Sexual Assault, Domestic and Family Violence Counselling Service. If you are in immediate danger, call 000. And in headlines today, a $2 million compensation offer to Kathleen Folbigg, who spent 20 years in prison after being wrongfully convicted of killing her children has been described as woefully inadequate; Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has told Fox News that Israel intends to take over Gaza but not keep it; Russian President Vladimir Putin says he hopes to meet next week with US President Donald Trump; According to his lawyer, Sean 'Diddy' Combs is aiming to headline Madison Square Garden for a return concert after being convicted on prostitution offences; Matilda's captain Steph Catley has been short-listed for the biggest individual honour in women's soccer, nominated among the game's top 30 players for the Ballon d'Or THE END BITSSupport independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guest: Tara Watson, Mamamia Senior Entertainment Writer  Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US President Donald Trump could meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin as soon as next week to discuss an end to the war in Ukraine. Following last week’s downpours and flooding in parts of New South Wales, forecasters are predicting another very wet weekend. The New South Wales government is introducing new legislation to crack down on the creation and distribution of sexually explicit deepfakes. Sources close to disgraced rapper Sean Diddy Combs are disputing claims his legal team have sought a pardon for his crimes from US President Donald Trump. And In a significant move toward combating breast cancer, the National Breast Cancer Foundation has awarded a $25 million grant to researchers in Sydney. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Gemma Donahoe Audio Production: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.