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🗞️ HEADLINES The family of an allegedly murdered five-year-old girl is calling for calm and urging leaders not to politicise her death Donald Trump says the US will launch a mission to guide stranded ships from the Strait of Hormuz Former NYC mayor and Trump's former personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani has been hospitalised in "critical but stable condition", his spokesman says Olivia Wilde has responde...

It is fashion’s biggest night of the year, but the Met Gala is much more than just a parade of celebrities on a red carpet. As we prepare for the 2026 event, we explore why this exclusive party is actually a vital fundraiser that bankrolls fashion as an art form. We dive into this year’s conceptual theme, and the dress code that's expected to ditch 'pretty dresses' for sculptural, gall...

🗞️ HEADLINES Northern Territory's top cop calls for calm after violence erupted over the arrest of an alleged child murderer Police have raided the property of the partner of former Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk The Deb's local producer is set to give evidence in Rebel Wilson's court battle A search is underway in Canada for missing Australian hiker Denise Ann Williams Britney Spears ha...

The Devil Wears Prada is back on our big screens 20 years after the original movie became a global hit, with the press tour revealing a lot of original film lore and a new interview revealing what was real and what wasn't. So what will this new storyline tell us? Which Aussie is starring this time around and have we learned form the previous problematic issues around work toxicity and body shaming...

A WARNING to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander listeners this story contains the name of a person who has died 🗞️ HEADLINES The search for missing five-year-old girl Kumanjayi Little Baby has ended in tragedy after police located a body near Alice Springs. A royal commission set up after the 2025 Bondi terror attack has made 14 interim recommendations Former federal Labor leader Mark Latham ha...

If you’ve seen Rebel Wilson’s name back in the headlines and felt confused about her latest legal fight, you’re not alone. What started with an Instagram story has snowballed into a blockbuster legal battle in the NSW Supreme Court. At the heart of the case is a dispute between the Hollywood star and the lead actress, Charlotte MacInnes, in her directorial debut The Deb; over all...

🗞️ HEADLINES Australia’s annual inflation rose to 4.6% in March, its highest in two-and-a-half years An outback community is "holding its breath" and praying for the safe return of a five-year-old girl Thousands of parents will need new childcare after G8 Education announced it will close 40 centres, about 10% of its network, affecting families across its 395 locations. On the second day of...

Are we seeing happily ever after or taxi cab theory happening right before our eyes? The news that Harry Styles had popped the question to Zoe Kravitz took the world by surprise this week, we unpack the celeb coupling with our Pop Culture and Social Editor Tina Burke, about why this is all happening so fast and whether the theory from Sex And The City, that a man is only willing to settle down onc...

🗞️ HEADLINES US President Donald Trump has officially nominated former Republican congressman Dave Brat to be the next American ambassador to Australia.  A massive outback search for a missing five-year-old girl has entered its third day near Alice Springs, with the search area now expanded to twenty square kilometres. Hollywood star Rebel Wilson has arrived at the Federal Court in Sydney to...

White House 🗞️ HEADLINES Harry Styles and Zoe Kravitz are engaged Julia Gillard is back in Australia speaking at a gender equality event in Melbourne Today marks the 30 year anniversary of the Pt Arthur massacre King Charles and Queen Camilla touch down in the US today The Washington Correspondents dinner alleged gunman faced court charged with attempted assassination  📩 GET IN TOUCH Got a s...

🗞️ HEADLINES The alleged gunman who opened fire outside the entrance of the White House Correspondents' dinner was likely targeting Trump and other members of the administration, according to US authorities Trump has told Iran to call him directly when they’re ready to talk peace after the US President cancelled a visit to Islamabad by his envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner One Nation Le...

Ever get anxious about “simple” adult tasks, like booking appointments, answering calls, or deciding what to cook, because being a grown-up feels way harder than expected? In this episode of But Are You Happy, clinical psychologist Dr. Anastasia Hronis unpacks "adulthood anxiety" and how to build real confidence AND competence in everyday life. You'll also learn: What age we actually b...

🗞️ HEADLINES There's growing pressure on the states and territories to get behind the NDIS changes Kyle Sandilands says his former station should get him back on air to boost flagging share prices Ben Roberts-Smith has confirmed he will be attending Anzac Day services Donald Trump says the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon has been extended by three weeks Russell Brand has admitted he had 'cons...

Have you hear of Clavicular? Well, he's the posterboy for "Looksmaxxing" What started as a niche corner of the internet has exploded into a mainstream movement, where young men are obsessed with 'maximising' their physical attractiveness at any cost. But while it might look like a simple 'glow up' on the surface, its origins in incel forums and its link to extreme cosmetic surgery and steroids hav...

🗞️ HEADLINES PM confirms Australia currently holds 46 days' worth of fuel stocks, remaining a Level 2 The PM also announced a landmark $25 billion investment in Australia’s AI industry Beloved ABC Radio Sydney presenter and musician James Valentine has died aged 64 After months of delays, a medical examiner has ruled the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez a homicide Khloé Ka...

The National Disability Insurance Scheme was designed as a lifetime guarantee, ensuring eligible Australians receive the individualised support needed to live an ordinary life.  In a major shift ahead of the May Budget, the government is moving to tighten spending, including a plan to remove 160,000 people from the NDIS. But for the families who rely on this funding for therapy and essential...

🗞️ HEADLINES US President Donald Trump extends ceasefire until Iran's proposal submitted Anthony Albanese says Australia has secured an extra 200 million litres of diesel The Gates Foundation has launched an external review into its past engagement with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.  Harry Styles has fuelled engagement speculation with Zoë Kravitz  📩 GET IN TOUCH Got a st...

It starts with a message in a group chat: a man asking for advice on exactly how much sedative to slip into his wife’s tea tonight so he can sexually assault her while she's unconscious. Following the horrific 2024 trial of Dominique Pelicot in France, a new investigation has revealed that this wasn't an isolated case, but a thriving global ecosystem. From 'sleep' content on major porn sites...

🗞️ HEADLINES Australia urges peace as talks between Iran & The US are renewed UK passes smoking ban for under 18s Female scientists closing the research gap in male-dominated STEM fields Anne Hathaway dubbed 'World's Most Beautiful' by People magazine  📩 GET IN TOUCH Got a story, news tip-off, feedback or dilemma? Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au 🎙️ CREDITS Ho...

If your social media feed has convinced you that everyone has ADHD, new data is offering a reality check. Freshly released figures expose a hidden story: your diagnosis might depend more on your postcode, your paycheque, and whether there’s a doctor nearby rather than your actual symptoms.  Today, we’re joined by Dr Norman Swan to unpack the national prescription records, which st...

🗞️ HEADLINES NSW Police are reviewing charges laid against protesters after the state’s highest court ruled the protest laws in place at the time were unconstitutional   Millions of Australians are a step closer to claiming a one-thousand-dollar tax deduction without receipts, with Treasurer Jim Chalmers announcing draft legislation will be released today Hollywood actor Rebel Wilson ha...

Is the Strait of Hormuz open or not? And what happens once this ceasefire deal ends later this week? We're bringing in two foreign correspondents to unpack what played out in the Middle East this weekend and what renewed peace talks could bring between Iran and the US in the coming days.  🗞️ HEADLINES Iran and the US could meet for a new round of peace talks in the coming days Ben Roberts-Smi...

Are you feeling a bit “meh”? Like every day is on repeat and you’re craving something to shake things up? In this episode of But Are You Happy , clinical psychologist Dr. Anastasia Hronis breaks down why we get stuck in ruts—and how to tell whether it’s just a temporary slump or something deeper like anxiety or depression. You'll also learn:  Practical...

🗞️ HEADLINES Australia's most-decorated living soldier Ben Roberts-Smith has been granted bail after being charged with war crimes Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has pushed back on fresh criticism from Donald Trump, after the US President again called out Australia over support in the Strait of Hormuz Australia won’t increase its fuel-security measures, the PM says, despite a fire wiping ou...

How did we bury this lead - Australia didn’t even crack the top 10 in the latest global happiness rankings for 2026, landing at 15th. No surprises, the Nordic nations dominated yet again this year with Finland securing the top spot.  So what can they teach us about happiness? Well right now, a big business in Sweden is trialling a feel-good fix in the most unexpected place. 🗞️...