The Update

A Queensland Tik Tok influencer has been charged with deliberately poisoning her daughter for cash and clicks. Some economists are warning an interest rate cut in February may be less likely due to stronger-than-expected employment data. And  Justin Bieber shares new snap of him and you son Jack Blues. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Joe is diving into the dangers of ‘group think’ and how recent major events – COVID and the US election, to name a couple – have been influenced by this movement. He's joined by the one and only legend of Jim's Mowing - Jim Penman to discuss. Plus, Joe has the inside word on when the election might be.  LINKS Read Joe's column in The Daily Telegrap...

Australia's jobless rate has increased in December - rising point-one of a percent to four percent. The Prime Minister is being urged to focus on rebuilding Australia's relationship with Israel, as a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas is struck.  AND Travis Kelce has set the record straight about Taylor Swift! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There is celebration in the streets of Gaza, amid speculation a ceasefire deal has been done One of Australia's worst ever pedophiles to appeal his sentence A five set heartbreaker for an Aussie favourite And a man accused of breaking into the home of actress Asher Keddie, says he'll fight the charges! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The P-M is warning he will take the "strongest action possible" against Russia -- if its confirmed an Australian prisoner-of-war has been killed. A major supermarket will no longer sell kitchen knives in stores after an employee was stabbed in Queensland. And Is Taylor Swift taking her tour to China? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Prime Minister says Australia will take the "strongest possible action," if it's confirmed Russia has executed one of our citizens. Matilda's star Sam Kerr fails to have her racial abuse trial thrown out of a London court. AND Positive news for Kate Middleton!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Firefighters in Los Angeles are bracing for intense winds which could fan wildfires that have already killed at least 24 people. Australian soldier Oscar Jenkins has reportedly been killed by Russian forces.  And the Princess of Wales confirms she's in remission from cancer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new government report is laying bare the risks of Espionage and Foreign Interference in Australia. Charges are being laid against people accused of looting fire ravaged neighbourhoods in Los Angeles. And New Drake shows added See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 40 million dollar plan is being rolled out by the Federal Government, aimed at improving the lives of autistic Aussies. Experts are raising concerns Australia could be the next country to see devastation on the scale of the Los Angeles emergency. AND Demi Moore reveals we've been pronouncing her name wrong for years!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 37-year-old Melbourne DJ has died, after a balcony fall in Bali The LA wildfires death toll now stands at 24 Have we seen the last of Nick Kyrgios in singles action at the Aus Open? And the country music star causing a stir, set to perform at the Trump inauguration! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A spate of Anti-Semitic attacks in Sydney The race is on for firefighters in the U-S, as the death toll from wildfires rises significantly. And Is Justin Bieber eyeing a return to music? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new poll shows a rise in support for keeping OZ DAY on the 26th of January.  Health insurers are calling for major changes - which would allow them to cover the cost of G-P appointments.  AND Nicole Kidman has banned her teen daughters from seeing her new film!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The city of Newcastle in NSW, the latest location of anti-semitism The LA wildfires continue to burn Australia goes one up against England, in the Women's Ashes Series And Miley Cyrus expresses her sadness for LA fire victims See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An Australian man has been named as one of the victims of the LA fires Another attack on a Sydney Synagogue Banks call out Facebook for banking scam See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At least ten people are dead as southern California continues to be devastated by massive fires Donald Trump escapes penalty in hush money sentencing Government ramps up patrols to stamp out illegal boat arrivals See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump will now be sentenced in less than 24 hours - after the US Supreme Court rejected his bid to delay sentencing of his hush money case.  California's National Guard is being called in - to help keep order in fire ravaged parts of LA. AND Ronda Rousey has shared some knockout news!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US President Joe Biden promises extra resources for the firefighting effort in Los Angeles A synagogue in Allawah in Sydney's south targeted in an anti-Semitic attack Australia's ambassador to the UK to attend an Australia Day gala dinner in London  The casket of former US President Jimmy Carter makes its final journey home to Georgia   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...

Five fires are still burning in LA, with the death toll of 5, expected to rise Fresh concerns for the sheep industry, ahead of the looming ban on live exports Thanasi Kokkinakis in a race to be fit for the Australian Open And Princess Kate celebrates her 43rd birthday! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Prime Minister says images of major wildfires in the U-S are 'devastating' to see, Australia stands ready to provide support if it's needed It's been confirmed sea planes won't be grounded while an investigation is underway into that deadly crash off WA's Rottnest Island. AND There's reports a major Hollywood couple have called it quits after 17 years!  See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

The death toll from the wildfires in Los Angeles climbs to five Crews work to retrieve the wreckage of a seaplane that crashed on Rottnest Island A man arrested attempting to enter the US Capital with weapons And the SAG nominations announced See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe is joined by the wonderful Sarah Harris for the third and final instalment of our Summer Specials.  This week, Joe and Sarah are unpacking the cost-of-living crisis. They open up about their own experiences with poverty, and debate Albo's wrong turns.  LINKS Read Joe's column in The Daily Telegraph  here Follow @joe_hildebrand on Instagram Follow @whatsarahsnapped on Instagram F...

A bushwalker has been found alive after 13 days in a NSW national park Several major wildfires claim lives and land in LA Aussie cricket skipper Alyssa Healy to test out her knee today, back playing wicket keeper And the husband of a famous Aussie actress, restrains an intruder in scary home invasion   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three people have died, after a tragic sea plane crash off WA's Rottnest Island.  The Federal Government maintains the latest inflation figures aren't a big worry. AND Chris Hemsworth and his wife are being slammed online for their choice of family outing!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A desperate search continues for three people missing after a seaplane crash on Rottnest Island Bushfire burning at Cape Otway in Victoria downgraded to a Watch and Act Police in Queensland issue an amber alert for a toddler missing in Beaudesert Members of Congress pay tribute to former US President Jimmy Carter   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three people are missing after a seaplane accident on Rottnest Island, off the Perth coast A deadly earthquake in China's remote Tibet region The Melbourne Renegades get out of jail against Perth And how Tom Holland made sure Zendaya would love her engagement ring! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.