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A daily news podcast presented by Andrew Williams, Alice Dempster, Anna Pykett and Larissa Huntington, getting you across the latest Australian and international news in under 10 minutes. Agenda-free, independent, and delivered by hosts that'll come to feel like mates. It's the news without the noise, cutting through with a touch of analysis and an eye on what's coming next. And there's always a quirky news story or two to give some balance to the news of the day. News for busy people, out 6am weekday, perfect for your morning routine. The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Top tip - ch...

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Friday 19 June - The latest job stats; Former police officer charged in Rayshard Brooks shooting; Making a Covid-safe US open; and a new Princess Diana movie... 18.06.2020 10:00

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. . “I can never, never, never go home again” . More details, and links to further reading for all of today's news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it's free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au . . Squiz Shortcuts, 10 minute podcast episodes that give background and context to big news events that could do with a bit of extra explaining - https://www.thesqu...

Thursday, 18 June - A Covid-19 outbreak in Beijing; Facebook's transparency measures ahead of the US election; An Australia-UK free trade agreement; And 30 Rock is coming back... 17.06.2020 10:19

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Set me free why don't you babe” Your Shortcut To... China's Belt and Road Initiative: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/squiz-shortcuts-chinas-belt-and-road-initiative/ . Wanna make Squizhead status? 'Course you do! https://www.thesquiz.com.au/squizheads/ . . More details, and links to further reading for all of today's news can be found in The Squiz To...

Wednesday, 17 June - Rising tensions between North and South Korea; New federal laws regarding child sexual abuse; A breakthrough in Covid-19 treatment; and getting your Squizhead on... 16.06.2020 10:11

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “When things go wrong we can knock it down.” Wanna make Squizhead status? 'Course you do... . Your Shortcut To... Royal Commissions . More details, and links to further reading for all of today's news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it's free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au . . Bupa (sponsored) https://www.bupa.com.au/ See /privacy for privacy and op...

Tuesday, 16 June - The Adem Somyurek scandal; Press freedoms in the Philippines; Cricket Australia's CEO expected to depart; and tackling awkward subjects, kiwi-style... 15.06.2020 9:49

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Oooh, I'm blinded by the lights” . More details, and links to further reading for all of today's news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it's free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au . . Bupa (sponsored) https://www.bupa.com.au/ Commbank (sponsored): www.commbank.com.au/financialabuse . See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Monday, 15 June - The death penalty for an Australian man in China; Fresh protests in the US; The collapse of furniture store Matt Blatt; and a little rain making a big difference... 14.06.2020 10:09

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Kick off your Sunday shoes” . More details, and links to further reading for all of today's news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it's free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au . . Bupa (sponsored) https://www.bupa.com.au/ . See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Friday, 12 June - Australian leaders urge against protests; Scott Morrison says Australia won't be coerced by China; Hosting the Fifa Women's World Cup; and the $1000 haircut... 11.06.2020 9:28

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “I whip my hair back and forth” More details, and links to further reading for all of today's news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it's free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au . . Bupa (sponsored) https://www.bupa.com.au/ . Google Chromebooks (sponsored) https://www.google.com/chromebook/ . See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Thursday, 11 June - Relief as missing Victorian teenager is found; The Vatican's response to George Floyd; The real effect of probiotics; and feral chickens... 10.06.2020 10:10

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Wednesday, 10 June - The global economy shrinks; A 14 yo boy is still missing in Victoria; Reconciliation Australia removes their endorsement of Rio Tinto; and the remarkable achievements of Kathy Sullivan... 09.06.2020 9:49

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Hit the road, Jack” More details, and links to further reading for all today's news can be found in The Squiz Today email sign up (it's free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au . . Bupa (sponsored): https://www.bupa.com.au/ . . Google Chromebook (sponsored): https://www.google.com/chromebook/ . *Battery life may vary based on device and upon usage and other conditions...

Tuesday, 9 June - Hope for change after US protests; China warns it's tourists against Australia; Free childcare to finish up; and James Bond to be a dad... 08.06.2020 9:59

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. . “Bang bang bang, on the door baby” . Squiz Kids, our news podcast for 8-12 year olds. Age-appropriate news, delivered with positivity and humour. Check it out: https://www.squizkids.com.au/ . . More details, and links to further reading for all today's news can be found in The Squiz Today email sign up (it's free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au . . Bupa (sponsored...

Friday, 5 June - The US challenged on its handling of the protests; Hong Kong's Tiananmen Square vigil; Drug war deaths in the Philippines; and Friday Lites... 04.06.2020 9:57

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Its good to touch the green green grass of home” More details, and links to further reading for all today's news can be found in The Squiz Today email sign up (it's free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au . . Commbank (sponsored): www.commbank.com.au/bushfirerecovery . Commbank Business Insights: www.commbank.com.au/businessinsights . See /privacy for privacy and opt-...

Thursday, 4 June - Australia is in a recession; Charges against George Floyd's killer could be upgraded; A path to British citizenship for eligible Hong Kongers; and the bulk delete FB users need... 03.06.2020 10:14

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Basically I'm saying either way we 'bout to slide” Your Shortcut to... Recession: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/squiz-shortcuts-recession/ . Your Shortcut to... Civil Rights In America: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/squiz-shortcuts-civil-rights-in-america/ . More details, and links to further reading for all today's news can be found in The...

Wednesday, 3 June - US President Donald Trump threatens a military crackdown; Leaked WHO docs show frustration with China; Interest rates on hold; and one expensive Bible... 02.06.2020 10:37

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Tuesday, 2 June - Protests spread to 75 US cities; Hong Kong police ban Tiannamen Square vigil; Australia's housing marketing is doing ok; and ugg-boot foot... 01.06.2020 10:41

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. . “Riders on the storm” . Squiz Kids, our news podcast for 8-12 year olds. Age-appropriate news, delivered with positivity and humour. Check it out: https://www.squizkids.com.au/ . . More details, and links to further reading for all today's news can be found in The Squiz Today email sign up (it's free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au . . Commbank (sponsored): www.co...

Monday, 1 June - Violent protests in the US; The US pulls out of the World Health Organisation; Repaying Robodebt; and remembering the three P's... 31.05.2020 10:18

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Friday, 29 May - China moves ahead with the new security laws for Hong Kong; The death of George Floyd sparks protests in Minneapolis; 112 NewsCorp publications will shut down or go online; and that Duchess of Cambridge profile... 28.05.2020 10:44

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Thursday, 28 May - The UN's climate change summit to be postponed; Movement on the Trans-Tasman bubble; Twitter fact-checks President Trump's tweets; And out of the mouths of the chimpanzees... 27.05.2020 10:48

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Wednesday, 27 May - The battle for jobs in Australia begins; Hong Kong's Chief Executive backs China's new national security law; Human trials for a Covid-19 vaccine kick off here in Australia; and a Taylor Swift revenge plan... 26.05.2020 10:27

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Tuesday, 26 May - Celeste Barber's bushfire money can't be distributed to other charities; Hong Kong security chiefs back China's new law; Life expectancy rates in Australia are stagnating; and robot sheep dogs... 25.05.2020 10:50

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Monday, 25 May - Fears for Hong Kong's independence; The $60 billion JobKeeper miscalculation; Target will close 167 stores; and the most popular baby names... 24.05.2020 10:19

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Friday, 22 May - Global Coronavirus cases continue to rise; Australia's unemployment may have peaked; The rise and rise of TikTok; and the ultimate 80s mashup... 21.05.2020 10:15

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Thursday, 21 May - Retail trade's record-breaking fall; A Russian spy accepts 'moral responsibility' for the shooting down of MH17; Domestic violence inquiry shuts down early; and Happy Birthday to The Squiz Today podcast... 20.05.2020 11:04

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Wednesday, 20 May - Positive signs from a vaccine trial in the US; The Nicola Gobbo/Lawyer X effect; South-East Asia's biggest ever synthetic drug bust; and cottagecore... 19.05.2020 9:51

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Movin' to the country, gonna eat a lot of peaches” . Squiz Kids, our news podcast for 8-12 year olds. Age-appropriate news, delivered with positivity and humour. Check it out: https://www.squizkids.com.au/ . . Sign up to The Squiz - www.thesquiz.com.au . . Bupa (sponsored) https://www.bupa.com.au/ See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tuesday, 19 May - China says it will support an enquiry into the origins of Coronavirus; Australian Barley exports slapped with an 80% tariff; The data on loneliness in lockdown; and record-breaking shoes... 18.05.2020 16:01

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Monday, 18 May - Support for Australia's calls for an independent inquiry into Covid-19; NSW wants state borders reopened; Donald Trump fires his State inspector general; And the problem with cats 17.05.2020 9:53

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Friday, 15 May - Job losses by the numbers; Gerald Ridsdale is given more prison time; Buzzfeed closes in Australia and the UK; And a life changing cereal box hack. 14.05.2020 11:09

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