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While Russia fires missiles, Ukraine is encouraging foreign fighters to join them on the front line. It's tempting some Australians, but is it even legal? Meanwhile, private companies like Apple are holding Russia to account and imposing their own sanctions. Plus, IUDs, a long-lasting contraceptive for women, are now cheaper. Will more women take them up? Live guests: Inna Sovsun, Ukrainian MP Tim...

The latest UN report on climate change has been released, and its findings aren't pretty. The UN Secretary General António Guterres called the report an "atlas of human suffering” and said the “abdication of leadership is criminal." But, amidst those bleak warnings, there remains some hope. Meanwhile in NSW and QLD, the impacts of record-breaking floods continue. So, how do communities build resil...

Eight lives have been lost so far as South East Queensland copped a "rain bomb" over the weekend in a disastrous weather event. Tens of thousands are without power, more than 18,000 homes have been flooded, and hundreds have been rescued from dangerous waters. NSW has been battered too - with an evacuation warning for the entire Northern Rivers region. Floodwaters in Lismore hit record levels. Plu...

It's the Shake Up and we're talking… Russian president Vladamir Putin declaring war on Ukraine, the awkwardness of trying to be a relatable politician, and dealing with manipulative romantic partners. Join Hack's Dave Marchese with drag artist Etcetera Etcetera, and Today Show reporter Iza Staskowski.

Missile strikes have started and explosions can be heard across Ukraine. After months of speculation, Russian president Vladimir Putin has launched a full-scale invasion of the Donbas region. He’s warned Moscow will retaliate if anyone tries to intervene, while Ukraine is appealing to the world for help. So far, western allies have imposed economic sanctions on Russia, but will they work? And, a y...

It’s hard to think of an animal more iconic to Australia than the kangaroo. But graziers reckon they’re pests. In outback Queensland there’s a massive shooting industry to keep their numbers down, much to the distress of animal welfare activists. A $500,000 reward is on offer for anyone who can help solve the mystery of what happened to Belgian backpacker Theo Hayez. If you’re part of the Asian co...

Europe is on the brink of the biggest invasion since World War II, after Russian troops were ordered into eastern Ukraine. World leaders have called it a breach of international law and several governments have vowed to retaliate with economic sanctions. Australia will soon fly a fleet of drones and establish temporary stations in Antarctica, to boost our claim to the territory. Plus, grand romant...

Hack talks to Mike Cannon-Brookes about his takeover bid of energy giant AGL and why Australians should be excited about it. After reports that the Hunter Valley’s biggest coal fired power station is going to close down, some locals are worried about their jobs A 16-year-old Indigenous boy has died after a collision with an unmarked police car. The police are saying it was an accident, but his fam...

It's the Shake Up and we're talking… Tabloids digging up an old photo of Grace Tame with a bong, why young people get roasted for speaking with vocal fry and using ‘like’ too much, and an app update that lets you see how many one star reviews you’ve gotten from Uber. Join Hack's Dave Marchese with West Australian journo Jenna Clarke, and influencer Christian Wilkins.

Trying to work and study during a generation-defining pandemic hasn’t been easy. Students have been juggling lockdowns, missing milestones and just trying to figure themselves out. Teachers have been struggling with huge workloads and burnout. Now into our third year of COVID, a rising number of young people want out. The government says a decade old plan to resettle refugees in New Zealand is clo...

Kanye West is back on Instagram after deleting a bunch of posts about his fallouts with fellow musicians and a desire to reunite with Kim Kardashian. It’s got people speculating about his mental health and highlighting how to respond when someone you know shares their struggles on the internet. After two long years, universities that have been out-of-bounds because of COVID are finally welcoming b...

About 10 million COVID vaccine boosters have now been given out - covering almost 60 per cent of the eligible population. But if you've had the virus, do you still need the booster, and if so, how long should you wait until you get it? Thousands of NSW nurses and midwives walked off the job in protest over pay and work conditions during the pandemic Plus, the latest from inside the defamation tria...

A pre-election push to halve the tax on draught beer could see punters save 30c off a schooner. But the spirits industry reckons it's sexist because the vast majority of beer drinkers are men. Young veterans and serving defence force members are up to three times more likely to die by suicide than the rest of the community. Now experts are trying to figure out why. Plus, Hack celebrates Valentine’...

It's the Shake Up and we're talking… The Prime Minister’s religious freedom bill fail, Brittany Higgins and Grace Tame’s history making speeches at the National Press Club, and the MAFs moment that should never have been aired. Join Hack's Dave Marchese with political reporters Jade Gailberger from the Herald Sun, and Josh Butler from the Guardian.

After a marathon all-night debate, the religious discrimination bill did pass the House of Representatives - but not as the Coalition wanted. That’s because a group of the Prime Minister’s own MPs went rogue to demand religious schools can't discriminate against or expel trans students. So what happens next? Foreign spies are using dating apps like Tinder to recruit Australians who've got access t...

Icons Grace Tame and Brittany Higgins addressed a room full of Australia’s most powerful political figures, demanding an end to the systems that enable abuse. Artists and musicians are reporting that their work is being stolen and sold as NFTs without their permission. Plus, the Tasmanian Tiger went extinct almost 100 years ago, but for years there's been talk of bringing them back to life through...

The metaverse has been marketed as this virtual world where digital avatars connect through work, travel and entertainment using VR headsets. But what do you do when something goes wrong? Like a virtual rape. As much of the country begins to look beyond a summer of rising COVID-19 infection rates and hospitalisations, the virus continues to rip through remote Aboriginal communities. Plus, how to n...

Imagine spending your summer isolating from COVID-19, finally making it to the other side, and then catching it again. It’s happened to some people, but how common is it? Leaked text messages, bitchy gossip and denials. Hack cuts through all the drama in federal politics right now. Plus, a bunch of new delivery apps are changing how we shop for groceries. What does that mean for the future of supe...

It's the Shake Up and we're talking… A chaotic week for the PM, as he attempts to downplay leaked texts by colleagues calling him a “fraud” and “psycho”, how Mark Zuckerberg became $30 billion poorer overnight, and why someone should probably check in on Drake. Join Hack's Dave Marchese with NewsCorp journalist Eliza Barr, and actor Remy Hii.

World famous whistleblower Frances Haugen has told an Australian parliamentary inquiry that Facebook continues to amplify “the most extreme content” across its platforms and does the “bare minimum” to take down harmful content. It’s well known that the fashion business has a lot of problems, like how much workers are getting paid and all the environmental impacts. Despite being a massive global in...

Imagine smelling your dog’s barks or seeing music as colours. It sounds kinda strange, but people who have synaesthesia live with this sensory cross-wiring. And while some love it, others find it overwhelming. It’s been a tough few days for Prime Minister Scott Morrison, who’s fighting to defend his character after a spicy leaked text. A report released this week has exposed a rampant culture of s...

A Brisbane school has been slammed for asking parents to sign a contract condemning homosexuality, and saying students who don’t adhere to the gender they were assigned at birth risk being expelled. But current and former students are fighting back. Plus, Joe Rogan’s been criticised again for spreading misinformation about COVID on his hugely popular podcast. Now Spotify, which owns his show, is f...

Despite a ban on buying and carrying nicotine vapes without a medical prescription, stats show that young Aussies are using them in record numbers. There’s also an increased interest in people trying to kick the habit, but it’s more complicated than you’d think. The Federal Government has committed another $1 billion in funding for the Great Barrier Reef, but scientists say it's not going to help...

It's the Shake Up and we're talking… Outgoing Australian of the Year Grace Tame refusing to put on a fake smile for the cameras, whether rowdy crowds and players like Nick Kyrgios are breathing new life into tennis, and the unwritten rules of life we should all follow. Join Hack's Dave Marchese with gender equality and youth advocate Yasmin Poole, and musician Joyride.

Russia’s stationed around 100,000 troops on Ukraine's border, leading to fears that Europe is at its greatest risk of war in decades. How did we get here? Changing rules and complicated applications might have you confused about what your rights at work are during the pandemic. Hack breaks down what you could be entitled to. And, meet 26-year-old Dr Daniel Nour who’s been named Young Australian of...