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A former flight attendant has proposed that families with small children and babies should board planes last rather than first, arguing this would reduce delays and keep children calmer by minimising wait time on the aircraft. The suggestion has sparked debate about whether this approach would actually benefit parents or create additional stress. Alternative ideas include offering child-friendly f...

U.S. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump have publicly criticised late-night television host Jimmy Kimmel over a joke he made referencing Melania as a 'future widow' prior to recent assassination attempts on the President. The First Lady condemned the remark as hateful and violent rhetoric that deepens political division in America. Australian commentators Zahra Seidler and Amanda...

Australian families are installing solar panels and home batteries through government rebate schemes to reduce electricity costs. A regulatory report reveals that up to 60% of installations fail to meet quality standards, potentially voiding warranties and reducing financial returns. Consumers are advised to verify installers hold proper Solar Accreditation Australia credentials for both panel and...

Australian families are installing solar panels and home batteries through government rebate schemes to reduce electricity costs. A regulatory report reveals that up to 60% of installations fail to meet quality standards, potentially voiding warranties and reducing financial returns. Consumers are advised to verify installers hold proper Solar Accreditation Australia credentials for both panel and...

A Jack Russell named Elby went missing for two days before being discovered on an outdoor ledge on the 13th storey of a Sydney apartment block. A community member used a drone to locate the dog, which had been trapped on the balcony while the resident inside had their blinds closed. Eighteen firefighters spent three hours rescuing the dog, with onlookers applauding from below. See omnystudio.com/l...

Old Melbourne Gaol, built 165 years ago during the Victorian gold rush era, once housed prisoners in small cells where they spent 23 hours per day in isolation. Inmates were only permitted one hour of daily exercise and had to wear canvas masks when leaving their cells, with strict prohibitions against talking or making any noise. The historic jail has been preserved exactly as it appeared when it...

Energy Minister Chris Bowen has rejected calls to restore Australia's retired oil refineries, citing cost and complexity concerns. The nation currently imports 90% of its fuel, sparking debate about energy security and whether Australia should increase domestic oil production through new refineries or offshore drilling. Supply chain experts suggest private energy companies would require government...

King Charles III and Queen Camilla are scheduled to arrive in Washington, D.C. for a state visit within 24 hours, following a security breach at the White House Correspondents' Dinner where a shooter came dangerously close to the U.S. President. Royal Editor Rob Jobson, who attended the dinner, describes the security as 'appalling' and raises serious concerns about whether the King's safety can be...

A 31-year-old teacher armed with multiple guns attempted to storm the White House Correspondents' Dinner, reportedly intending to assassinate President Donald Trump. The suspect had written a manifesto condemning Trump and his policies, which he shared with family before the attack. The incident forced evacuation of the event, which included the President, Vice President and cabinet members, and e...

Four ISIS brides and nine children, all Australian citizens, have booked plane tickets to return to Australia from Damascus after fleeing a Syrian camp. The Australian government states they will face the full force of the law upon arrival, with one temporary exclusion order already issued based on security agency advice. Debate centres on whether Australian law can or should be changed to prevent...

A suspected assassination attempt targeted Donald Trump and members of his administration at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese expressed support for President Trump and the First Lady, praising the Secret Service and law enforcement response. A security guard was shot in his bulletproof vest during the incident but has been released from hospital, a...

A security incident occurred at the White House Correspondents' Dinner when an armed suspect rushed past Secret Service in the Hilton Hotel lobby. The suspect, believed to be targeting President Donald Trump and his administration, was apprehended before reaching the ballroom where the president, vice president, and cabinet members were gathered. Former White House spokesperson Pete Seat explains...

Sense of Self is a bathhouse and massage studio in Collingwood, founded in 2020, offering a two-hour phone-free wellness experience. The facility features a 40-degree mineral pool, 80-90 degree Finnish sauna, 8-degree cold plunge, bucket shower, and hammam for steam and scrub treatments. The venue operates as a no-talking space until midday each day, transitioning to a more social atmosphere in th...

Victorian Premier Jacinta Allen has announced a vehicle registration rebate scheme offering drivers up to $186 back on their car registration for up to two vehicles. The $750 million cost-of-living initiative will open on 1 June through the Services Victoria website, following the state's free public transport offer, as Victoria faces projected debt of $194 billion ahead of the November election....

US officials mistakenly displayed 15 Australian flags alongside British flags near the White House in preparation for King Charles' visit. The flags were arranged ahead of the monarch's arrival, with the error being corrected before his scheduled appearance. Hundreds of flags were part of the ceremonial display for the royal visit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A man jumped into Melbourne's Yarra River before crawling into a stormwater drain and refusing to emerge for nearly two hours. Specialist police conducted negotiations while a large crowd gathered on Queen's Bridge to watch the incident unfold. The man was eventually removed and taken to hospital as a precaution, with police confirming no offence was committed. See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

Russell Crowe's new Australian mixed martial arts film Beast sees the Oscar winner not only starring but also co-writing the script and mentoring cast members. The film features Luke Hemsworth, Daniel McPherson, former NRL player George Burgess, and singer Amy Shark in her debut acting role. McPherson trained for three years for the role and sustained injuries including a broken nose and torn musc...

US-Iran peace negotiations have stalled after Donald Trump cancelled a planned diplomatic trip to Pakistan, with both nations engaged in a battle of wills. Iran is losing an estimated half a billion US dollars daily from blocked oil exports, while the US has deployed a third aircraft carrier to the region and moved significant military assets from the Indo-Pacific to the Middle East. The conflict...

A large queue has formed at the Clock Hotel in Surry Hills, inner-city Sydney, as the venue prepares to open for two-up on Anzac Day. The traditional gambling game is illegal for most of the year but can be legally played on 25 April. The annual event draws crowds eager to participate in this historic Australian tradition. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese makes his Anzac Day message. Anzac Day serves as a national day of remembrance for Australians who have served and died in war. Communities across Australia and at memorial sites worldwide gather to honour the sacrifice of fallen service members through ceremonies marked by respect, reflection, and gratitude. The observance maintains the collective memory of those w...

Anzac biscuits have been a traditional way to commemorate Australian service members since World War One, originally sent in care packages due to their long shelf life from high sugar content. Former Navy sailor and chef Jamie Gannon demonstrates the original Navy recipe, featuring rolled oats, sugar, flour, golden syrup, butter and bicarbonate of soda, while sharing his personal military history...

Tony Abbott honours all Australians who have served in the armed forces, remembering those who made the supreme sacrifice and saluting current service members. Anzac day serves as a reminder that service and sacrifice are fundamental to citizenship, and that those who have never served owe a debt of gratitude to those who have worn the country's uniform. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...

Performers Dami Im and Mark Vincent performed together for the first time at an Anzac Day ceremony at the Sydney Opera House. Both artists share personal family connections to war, with Vincent's great-grandfather imprisoned in South Africa during World War II and Im's grandfather separated from his North Korean homeland during the Korean War. The performance honoured Australian troops and the 17,...

Navy radio operator Suzy Wilson was one of seven Australian women who became the first to serve in a combat zone during the Gulf War, breaking a significant military barrier. Wilson, now serving as an ambassador for first Gulf War veterans, reflects on her groundbreaking deployment and the evolution of women's roles in the Australian Defence Force. Lieutenant General Susan Coyle's appointment as h...

Jennifer Ward became the first mother of a fallen soldier to lead a Melbourne Anzac Day march, honouring her son Ben who was killed in Afghanistan at age 22. Ben Ward served in the military helping with peacekeeping operations and supporting local communities in Afghanistan and East Timor. Jennifer describes her son as charismatic with a lifelong determination to serve in the defence forces, havin...