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The UK has entered a new era, voting in Labour leader Keir Starmer as Prime Minister and ending 14 years of Conservative rule. It was a landslide win that sent a clear message from the British people that they want change. But to fix things, Starmer has a huge task ahead. In this Squiz Shortcut, we’ll introduce the new PM, look at some of the challenges he’s facing, and talk about what the change...

Thursday, 11 July: Biden refuses to back down; An ANZAC Day shutdown; de Minaur drops out of Wimbledon; And how to avoid bill shock... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news withou...

Wednesday, 10 July: Australia's new Special Envoy; NATO's meeting gets underway; Chinese hacking is exposed; And why winter makes us SAD… The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Check out this Squiz Shortcut for more on NATO and its relationship with Ukraine. Other th...

Tuesday, 9 July: France has a shock election result; A new curfew kicks off in Alice; Our long trek to work; And picking up a saucy trend... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news...

Monday, 8 July: Britain's got a new PM; A tragic loss of life in Sydney; A news Mars experiment; And teaching an old dog new tricks... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). If you or someone you know needs support for domestic or family violence, you can find a list...

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Friday, 5 July: Protesters cause problems at parliament; Lehrmann faces another trial; Koala cuddles are questioned; And a warming chicken chilli... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). If you're more enthusiastic about the Wimbledon fashions than forehands, check...

There’s been a lot of talk about the Albanese Government’s Future Made in Australia policy since it was unveiled in the Budget. Put simply, it’s the government’s roadmap to turn us into a “renewables superpower” - but not everyone’s convinced. So as we head towards an election dominated by the energy debate, in this Squiz Shortcut, we look at what the Future Made in Australia policy is, how it’ll...

Thursday, 4 July: UK politics is set for a showdown; More concerns over kids and AI; Some retail ups and downs; And an ape's great escape... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). If you need some guidance about your tax return, this article might help. SPONSORED: To...

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Wednesday, 3 July: Albanese hits some rough seas; Trump marks a win; Tech giants are given a child safety deadline; And a shortlist of our best reads... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Check out this Squiz Shortcut on Managing Australia’s Population. SPONSORED...

Tuesday, 2 July: France sends a message to Macron; Biden fends off calls to step aside; Welcoming our new Governor-General; And some sporty style...  The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). You can take a look at the French Olympics and Paralympics uniforms here. Othe...

Monday, 1 July: US President Joe Biden's under pressure; A new Gaza ceasefire plan; Wimbledon gets underway; And Balmoral Castle opens the gates… The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate...

Friday, 28 June: The first presidential debate kicks off; Bruce Lehrmann gets a big bill; Rethinking our multivitamins; And saving Marilyn Monroe's home... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). SPONSORED: To learn more about Woolworths Group click here. Friday Lites...

There’s been a lot of news around about smoking lately - and not just about it being hazardous for our health. The rising cost of cigarettes in Australia has led to a thriving black market and an explosion of crime in what’s become known as the tobacco wars. In this Squiz Shortcut, we’ll take a look at what’s happening with the tobacco industry in Australia, how vaping’s become a big part of the p...

Thursday, 27 June: Assange is home free; Inflation rises above expectations; NSW makes Origin history; And a feast fit for a King... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). SPONSORED: To learn more about the Townsville Distribution Centre and Shane Kerr, click here. O...

Wednesday, 26 June: Assange flies towards freedom; A verdict over the Victorian campers' deaths; A Labor MP crosses the floor; And move over Bear Grylls... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). SPONSORED: To learn more about the Townsville Distribution Centre and Sh...

Tuesday, 25 June: Albanese appoints a new climate agency boss; A terror attack in Russia; Myer makes a merger move; And Elon Musk's secret baby... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). SPONSORED: To learn more about the Townsville Distribution Centre and Shane Kerr'...

Monday 24 June: The nuclear policy debate continues; Israel's military actions are in focus; A chilly start to the week; And the Royals get starstruck... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). SPONSORED: To learn more about Woolworths Group, click here. Other things...

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Friday, 21 June: An inquiry into social media; Netanyahu faces more opposition; Burritos make bank; And a deep-fried sandwich... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). You can find the recipe for Delia Smith's deep-fried jam sandwich here. SPONSORED: If you want to l...

The European parliamentary elections happened recently and far-right parties made big gains, pushing out candidates from the centre and left of politics. As a result, decisions around key issues like climate change, migration and security in the European Union could be affected. In France, the hardline anti-immigration National Rally party won nearly a third of votes - prompting French President E...

Thursday, 20 June: Firing up the nuclear debate; Justice for Charlise Mutton; A party for Putin in North Korea; And messing with your Maccas... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). If you or someone you know needs support, you can find several national support serv...

Wednesday, 19 June: Cheng Lei's back in the headlines; The interest rate holds steady; Some hot and cold warnings; And the rise of sweet potatoes… The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). For more on the US’ complex relationship with TikTok, check out this Squiz Shortc...

Tuesday, 18 June: Li makes a splash in Canberra; Netanyahu criticises a military move; The UK's election campaign is heating up; And a brekky fit for Brits... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). SPONSORED: If you want to learn more about how BHP is building a bett...