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Child abuse material has been allegedly found in Thomas Markle's home, Mike Newman is facing scrutiny over taxpayer-funded expenses. Plus, Veteran Hollywood actor Tom Skerritt has died at the age of 93. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Snowy 2.0 costs blow out to $25 billion, 12 times the original price, Victoria’s COVID pandemic bill is revealed to have cost the state $40 billion. Plus, Russian strikes kill one and injure 13 in Ukraine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Albanese defends the alleged dirt file on Helen Haines, three people are charged over a fatal Sydney stabbing. Plus, Jim Chalmers is expected to downgrade growth and lift unemployment forecasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police shoot pistol-wielding man in Sydney's southwest after domestic threats, NSW's first permanent festival pill-testing system finds dangerous drug levels. Plus, man charged over alleged threats while armed at WA MP Hannah Beazley's office. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AI exposes software flaws forcing Australian government websites offline, David Shoebridge confirms Jordan Steele-John is not on leave. Plus, a man is charged over alleged threats against WA MP Hannah Beazley. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Helen Haines undergoes double amputation after the alleged attack, Anthony Albanese faces questions over a reported dirt file on the Independent MP. Plus, US envoy Steve Witkoff holds talks with Vladimir Putin in St Petersburg. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brenden Nugent will remain in custody after being charged over the alleged targeted attack of Independent MP Helen Haines, the RBA warns of another rate hike. Plus, the Albanese government loses its two-party preferred lead in the Pulse poll. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim Chalmers faces state government pushback over small business tax changes, Victoria bans smart glasses in schools from 2027. Plus, France deploys military forces to support police ahead of weekend protests. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The man accused of hitting Helen Haines with a car is charged, police search for a driver who killed a cyclist in Perth. Plus, Victoria pledges 25,000 homes for first-home buyers if Labor wins re-election. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Federal MP Helen Haines is fighting for life after being struck by a 4-wheel-drive outside her electoral office, NAB will cut 2,500 jobs as it simplifies its operating model. Plus, the Queensland premier takes aim at Canberra. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NAB announces 2,500 job cuts, politicians unite to condemn One Nation’s cartoon targeting Jacqui Lambie’s health issues. Plus, Vladimir Putin reportedly proposes a summit with Donald Trump and Xi Jinping to negotiate an end to the Ukraine war. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The attack on Independent MP Helen Haines highlights rising threats against politicians, Benjamin Netanyahu thanks Donald Trump for his endorsement ahead of Israel’s election. Plus, protesters block the Louvre entrance amid unrest in France. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pauline Hanson warns that Australia could experience riots similar to those in parts of Europe, the Bureau of Meteorology is facing calls for an independent audit. Plus, the government defends the ATO credit card ban. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump has addressed concerns over an increase in cooperation with Russia, senator Jordon Steele-John has denied the allegations of inappropriate conduct raised against him. Plus, violent protests erupt on the streets of Milan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At least 1,800 people have been arrested over protests in France as the French president condemns the unrest, a 19-year-old fights for life after a shooting in Melbourne. Plus, four service members have died in a fire at a military base in Canada. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.