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The Foreign Minister says she's hopeful of progress in the Middle East -- after Israel and Hamas agreed to a temporary ceasefire. Bruce Lehrmann has given evidence in his defamation trial with Network 10 and journalist Lisa Wilkinson. And Olivia Rodrigo has a secret social media account that she uses to stalk her crushes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle Bullock says wage rises are adding to inflation  More than two dozen people arrested during a Pro-Palestinian rally   Hopes grow of deal in Gaza 3G mobile wrapping up Socceroos take 1-nil win over Palestine in World Cup qualifier  BBC takes Top Gear off the air   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A war-of-words has erupted over China deliberately using Sonar, which injured an Australian Navy Diver in International Waters off Japan. A woman has died in hospital -- days after suffering serious injuries in a fall at the Robbie Williams Concert in Sydney. And ASAP Rocky to stand trial  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Premier Gladys Berejiklian tipped to take over  Federal government seeking advice on reincarceration of some asylum seekers  Kmart Wishing Tree Appeal kicks off  Socceroos face off with Palestine in World Cup qualifier tonight Shakira avoids trial over tax fraud  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Taylor Swift has won big at this years Billboard Music Awards taking home ten gongs all up including the Top Artist award for the third time. The Opposition says Anthony Albanese must clarify whether he raised a naval incident with the Chinese President. And Optus CEO steps down from the top job. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia beating India by six wickets  Hamas and Israel close to hostage deal  Cameraman and pilot feared dead in crash in Port Phillip Bay Scam warning ahead of Black Friday sales  Kanye West on a break with Aussie wife  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NSW Police investigate fatal house fire Elon Musk's spaceship launch Socceroos announce Gaza donation   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The daughters of an Iranian refugee who killed their mother fear he'll be released from detention Jumping Castle business faces charges Fewer young Aussies are drinking alcohol     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Optus says an investigation is underway into why more than 200 customers were unable to call triple-zero during last wednesday's outage. The Prime Minister insists he was "fully involved" in the formation of tougher immigration laws. And This high profile rapper is facing rape accusations  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The rules will ensure the group abides by a curfew and is monitored Optus' CEO to face Senate grilling over network outage  UN calls for probe into war crimes in Gaza  Aussie men through to one day World Cup final Snoop Dogg ditches smoking   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senior Ministers have reached a deal with the Coalition -- to tighten Australia's visa laws further, in the wake of a High Court ruling. Australia's unemployment rate has climbed by point-1 of a per cent in October. And Billie Eilish forced to take out a restraining order See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sivan took out four gongs including Song of the Year for Rush WHO slams Israel following raid on Gaza's largest hospital High-risk infrastructure projects to be axed Australia Post to begin weekend deliveries ahead of Christmas  India though to the World Cup final  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Opposition says Aussie wages aren't being given the focus they deserve -- after new figures show they're not keeping up with inflation. Australia's power network is expected to be put to the test over summer. And All the hottest stars have walked this years Aria awards  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's been a 23% jump in reports of cyber crime over the past year  Rain is worsening the humanitarian crisis in Gaza  There's been a 100% jump in complaints against airlines  Queenslanders urged to mask up in public thanks to another Covid wave  Matildas named Australia's Word of the Year  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another asylum seeker has been released from indefinite detention after last week's High Court ruling. A top United Nations expert on the situation in Palestine, believes Israel should make peace with Hamas. And Billie Eilish has admitted she's attracted to girls See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Israel claims Hamas is using tunnels under the largest hospital Al Shifa  Optus reveals cause of network outage  Former British PM David Cameron makes return to high office  Lion recaptured after escaping near Rome  Sixers take win over Hurricanes in Women's Big Bash Denzel Washington to play ancient warrior Hannibal in Netflix movie  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal Government insists it has confidence in Services Australia -- after accepting ALL the recommendations from the Robodebt royal commission. Optus has revealed a software upgrade is what's behind Wednesdays outage. And Travis Kelce has jetted out after taylor Swift rendezvous See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Foreign Minister criticised over her call for a ceasefire in the Middle East Six killed in Victorian crashes Lion on the loose near Rome  India continues to dominate at Cricket World Cup Terminator coming in Netflix as anime series  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Major disruptions to the delivery of goods after major port operator is targeted by cyber criminals Investigations continue into the tragic death of two toddlers Calls for a freeze on rent increases See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pro-Palestinian and Israeli supporters clash on Melbourne streets Two men rescued after plane crash Matthew Perry's death certificate released     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal Government is promising community safety is its top priority -- as it prepares to release dozens of asylum seekers from immigration detention. South Australia has been rocked by its second shark attack in as many weeks. And Former Home and Away star passes away after lengthy health battle  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's hoped the pauses will allow for more aid to enter Optus offers customers free data following nationwide outage Actors strike ends in Hollywood after 118 days NZ takes five wicket win over Sri Lanka at ODI World Cup Jared Leto scales Empire State building to promote his band  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal Government will commit 2-billion-dollars to financing climate action in the Pacific. Optus is under increasing pressure to pay compensation to businesses affected by a nationwide outage. And Good news for Taylor Swift fans  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The telco denies job cuts are being the service break  Big banks pass rate hike on to mortgage holders  PM in Cook Islands for Pacific Islands Forum Ivanka Trump grilled in father's civil fraud trial  Patrick Dempsey named 'Sexiest Man Alive'  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal Opposition has lashed Optus for its crisis management. A family of three Australians have been able to flee Gaza into Egypt. And Dua Lipa on track to become the wealthiest British female popstar. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.