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Giovanni Castellucci, a former Italian motorway boss, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for his role in the 2018 Genoa bridge collapse that killed 43 people. The bridge gave way during a summer storm, sending vehicles plummeting to the ground below. Castellucci was convicted of being complicit in manslaughter for failing to maintain the bridge and is already serving a six-year sentence for...

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faces criticism for deciding not to attend this year's Garma Festival, despite promising last year to return every year he serves as Prime Minister. He cites not having had a day off all year and plans to attend another festival in the Northern Territory instead. The decision has drawn comparisons to other perceived broken promises, including energy bill reductions...

Australians have spent seven billion dollars during the FIFA World Cup period, with significant increases in hospitality and retail sectors. Takeaway outlets saw a 6.8 per cent rise year-over-year, cafes and restaurants increased by 5.5 per cent, and bars and hotels experienced a 5.2 per cent boost. Sporting equipment and fan merchandise sales jumped by nine per cent, demonstrating strong consumer...

Mary Jo Shannon, mother of Kris Jenner and grandmother to the Kardashian family, has died at the age of 91. The matriarch, known as MJ, was a regular presence on the family's reality television series Keeping Up With The Kardashians. The family has not disclosed an official cause of death. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Blue Angels acrobatics team performed an ultra-low flyover at Pensacola Beach, Florida, causing umbrellas to fly and frightening spectators who ducked for cover. The US Navy has launched an investigation into the stunts performed by their famed demonstration team. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump is scheduled to deliver a rare primetime address focusing on the integrity of the 2020 US election, which he has long claimed was affected by voter fraud. The address is also expected to cover the escalating conflict with Iran, following fresh US strikes on the country and retaliatory Iranian attacks on US bases in Bahrain, Jordan and Kuwait. A peace deal signed between the two nation...

Sam Mack broadcasts from Pran Markets in Melbourne, Australia's longest continuously running market established in 1864. The historic market features over 120 stalls, shops and small businesses. The segment includes a national weather forecast and a visit to Reliable Fruit, one of the market's vendors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adelaide Crows defender Josh Worrell has been charged with careless driving and failing to notify police after allegedly striking a 29-year-old pedestrian with his Hilux on his way to training at Westlakes on Friday. Worrell allegedly drove the injured pedestrian to hospital before reporting the incident to police outside the required 90-minute window. The charges carry maximum penalties of 15 yea...

A slow-cooked lamb korma recipe features a half leg of lamb cooked for five hours at 150-160 degrees with korma paste, crushed tomatoes, coconut milk, eggplant and red onion. The dish is served with basmati rice, cucumber salad and mango chutney, requiring just five minutes of preparation time. The recipe is part of the World of Flavour collection in the Coles magazine. See omnystudio.com/listener...

Five teenage females were arrested at the Helensvale Tavern on the Gold Coast following an alleged robbery attempt at the drive-through just before 8pm. A manager sustained lacerations during the incident. The group allegedly assaulted police officers by kicking and spitting during their arrest, though no charges have been laid yet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Food blogger Shabelle Hatem offers strangers $200 to cook for her in their homes across Sydney, creating viral content that showcases Australia's multicultural cuisine. The social experiment, inspired by a similar concept in Lebanon, captures both rejections and acceptances as people open their doors to share traditional dishes from Greek, Persian, Lebanese and other cultural backgrounds. Hatem, w...

A major fire engulfed multiple stores in a double-storey shopping strip in Footscray, Melbourne's inner west. Firefighters brought the blaze under control and rescued a woman from the second floor, but parts of the building collapsed, preventing a complete search. Fire investigators are examining the scene to determine the cause of the blaze. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A car crashed into a furniture company in West Meadows, Melbourne's northwest, in the early hours of the morning. The vehicle caught fire after the collision, igniting the building and destroying both the furniture company and an adjoining billiard playing business. Detectives are treating the incident as suspicious. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marvel Stadium in Melbourne has launched Marvel Stadium 365, a new tour experience that takes visitors through exclusive areas including player locker rooms, coaches' briefing areas, and concert preparation spaces. The tour will later include a rooftop experience, showcasing the versatility of the venue beyond sporting events to include concerts, functions and various entertainment activities. Sam...

Meta has launched a new line of smart glasses without a traditional tech partner, featuring a model co-designed with Kylie Jenner that includes her AI voice. The glasses can record video and photos through a simple interface, raising privacy concerns despite built-in recording indicator lights. Other wearable tech devices, including earbuds from Nothing, are also introducing recording capabilities...

A competitive sport called 'run it straight' involves participants deliberately colliding head-on with the goal of knocking opponents unconscious. The sport has staged its first female competition in Brisbane, prompting renewed concerns from neuroscientists and concussion experts about the deliberate exploitation of brain injury risks. Unlike traditional contact sports where players can evade or d...

A freight train crew in Canada captured dramatic footage as their train was engulfed by flames during a major bushfire. The crew escaped safely despite extreme heat, dry conditions and strong winds that fuelled the rapidly spreading fire. The incident showcased the dangerous conditions faced by transport workers during severe bushfire events. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Birthday Trip is an Australian film starring Luke Jacobs and Annalise Hall about three millennial couples whose relationships are tested during a weekend getaway. Set in the New South Wales Southern Highlands, the story follows three women who know each other and their partners who don't, exploring the conflicts and dynamics that emerge between the couples and within the group. The film featur...

Aviation authorities have issued a warning about the dangers of lithium batteries in checked luggage on commercial flights. The UK Civil Aviation Authority reports over 100 million power banks have been incorrectly packed in checked bags rather than hand luggage, where they can overheat and cause fires. The European Union has banned airlines from charging for cabin luggage, requiring transparent p...

The City of Yarra has voted to cancel its six-year e-bike sharing trial with Lime, citing persistent issues with bikes being dumped on footpaths and blocking access for prams and wheelchairs. Yarra Mayor Stephen Jolly states the company refused to adequately police problematic users or contribute financially to address the issues, despite making $900 million internationally last year. The council...

A 35-year-old man, Jack Chung, was shot dead in his driveway in Carlingford, Sydney, in what police are investigating as an execution-style killing. Detectives discovered a GPS tracking device attached to his car, and the victim's brother is understood to be a member of Sydney's coconut cartel. Former NSW Police Detective Superintendent Robert Critchlow discusses the methodical investigation proce...

Energy Consumers Australia reports that 21% of Australian households are forgoing essentials like rent, mortgage payments or non-bulk billed medical treatment to pay power bills, with 62% avoiding air conditioning or heating to save money. Victorian opposition leader Jess Wilson has pledged to restrict taxpayer-funded travel to domestic trips only, following revelations that coalition colleagues s...

A five-year-old boy is in critical condition following a major crash in Ashcroft, Sydney's far southwest, that occurred just before 9pm. Two adults and another child were also hospitalised in the collision, which left one vehicle's front completely crumpled. Police are investigating the cause of the crash. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cost of living stress affects four in five Australians, with levels higher than 12 months ago according to community tracker data. Financial pressure and personal debt are causing significant distress, though many people keep these struggles private due to embarrassment or shame. Support resources include the National Debt Helpline for free financial counselling, bank financial support programmes,...

Three one-pan dinner recipes designed for easy weeknight cooking with minimal cleanup include a creamy Italian-inspired chicken with yoghurt and sun-dried tomatoes, honey-glazed pork cutlets with root vegetables, and chicken meatballs made with oats in tomato sauce. Each recipe is developed by nutritionist Sarah DiLorenzo to be both family-friendly and health-conscious, incorporating ingredients l...