The Late Debate

A Victorian city council upgrades Melbourne's 'saddest playground' after backlash, transgender swimmer Lia Thomas' legal appeal to compete in Paris Olympics in the women's category denied. Plus, the housing crisis deepens under Labor's watch. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Avian flu grapples Australia's chicken industry, Reform UK Leader Nigel Farage pelted with cement. Plus, Marine Le Pen vows to crack down on radical mosques and hate preachers if elected in the upcoming French election. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A bungle from VicRoads sees motorists sent wrong registration bills, Victorian landlords threaten mass exodus over proposed rental rule changes. Plus, the UK's productivity plummets amid record immigration numbers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A South Australia city council slammed for building see-through toilet doors, far-right parties make gains in the EU elections. Plus, a US Border Patrol memo outlining catch and release tactics leaked. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tokyo City Council develops dating app to help boost the birth rate, Donald Trump is set to be stripped of his gun license following the guilty verdict on the hush money trial. Plus, the UN Secretary-General calls for a ban on fossil fuel ads. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

OpenAI insiders blow whistle on the company's culture as major concerns rise over the speed of the AI race, the ABC boss condemns the broadcaster's harassment survey figures. Plus, Nigel Farage gets milkshake thrown at him. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tradies snubbed from the government's migrant skills list, Nigel Farage makes a return to UK politics. Plus, former PM Malcolm Turnbull urges leaders to stand up to Donald Trump. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Fauci's confesses he 'made up' COVID rules, US Navy SEALs face backlash after a woke pride month post. Plus, Bill Shorten under fire for hiring a speechwriter for $300,000 per year.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wagga Wagga wipes cricketer Michael Slater from its history, Laura Tingle doubles down on her racism comments. Plus, Queensland Premier Steven Miles rejects calls for a new stadium.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Labor government makes a mockery of Australia's visa system, Parramatta City Council considers licenses for e-bikes over safety concerns. Plus, the never-ending witch hunt against Donald Trump. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Josh Frydenberg joins over his documentary against antisemitism, China attacks the Daily Telegraph for reporting on NSW MPs being warned for attending a Taiwan event. Plus, the Coalition vows to cancel the student visas of pro-Palestine protesters.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Greens move to recognise a Palestinian state while their leader Adam Bandt refuses to call out Hamas as terrorists, the Labor government fails to stop antisemitism. Plus, China targets NSW MPs after attending a Taiwan event. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ABC claims climate change causes more turbulences, court filings reveal FBI was authorised to use 'deadly force' while raiding Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago. Plus, Nova Peris quits the Australian Republican Movement over Craig Foster's Gaza stance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BBC slammed for hiring Nick Kyrgios as a Wimbledon analyst, will he behave better in the new role? Eraring Power Station to remain open until 2027. Plus, why should movie stars preach politics?   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NATO issues condolences to Iran over the death of its President Ebrahim Raisi, Anthony Albanese refuses to join Joe Biden in condemning the ICC for issuing an arrest warrant for the Israeli PM. Plus, is the eSafety Commissioner watching you? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria Parliament's public gallery shut down after protests on the budget day, election battle heats up between Donald Trump and Joe Biden. Plus, the UK Labour plans to 'simplify' changing genders if elected. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ausgrid considers charging residents with solar panels for generating too much power, Aussie runner misses out on the Olympics due to 'Universality Places' policy. Plus, Joe Biden and Donald Trump to go head-to-head on two televised debates.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Protests erupt as the Cumberland City Council book ban debate heats up, a closer look at the WHO Pandemic Treaty. Plus, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken sings for Ukraine in Kyiv. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Caleb Bond's 2024 federal budget wrap, a military whistleblower jailed for revealing Australian wrongdoings in Afghanistan. Plus, the UN revises Gaza death toll of women and children.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A County Court judge slams Victoria police's response to anti-lockdown protests, Elon Musk claims a landmark victory against Australia's eSafety Commissioner. Plus, South Australia considers a social media ban for kids.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brisbane cops told to consider alternative to arrests as watch house runs at half capacity due to renovation works, ANZ Bank decides to stop funding oil and gas projects. Plus, a NSW school accused of erasing Mother's Day.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The public support for Labor's net-zero target takes a hit, Cumberland City Council faces criticism after banning a same-sex parenting book. Plus, AstraZeneca withdraws COVID vaccine after admitting its side-effects. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clean energy push hits a hurdle amid fight over farmland, religious discrimination is in the spotlight, concerns over London's council elections. Plus, New South Wales Police given powers to scan for knives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australians are protesting the governments Digital ID laws, dire warning for Aussies in apartments, US universities cave to anti-Israel protesters, concerns over London's council election. Plus, Labor's detainee bungle gets worse.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Melbourne councillors offered conspiracy spotting course to 'manage misinformation', criminal charges dropped against the Victorian government over hotel quarantine debacle. Plus, AstraZeneca admits to COVID jab side effect. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.