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Melbourne man Oscar Jenkins has been sentenced to 13 years jail by Russia Anthony Albanese touches down in Rome for Pope's Mass NSW on flood watch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal Government Hands In Submission For Wage Increase For Low-Paid Workers.  Toxicologist Tells Victorian Court Samples Of Beef Wellington Tested Positive For Deadly Mushrooms.  Ben Roberts Smith Loses Bid To Overturn Multi-Million Dollar Defamation Loss.  AND Justin Bieber Breaks Silence On Diddy Rumours. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Roberts-Smith has lost his bid to over-turn his multi-million dollar defamation loss. We're being warned of a new sophisticated scam, targeting Australia Post customers.  AND P Diddy's ex has faced a grilling from his lawyers - as the rapper's sex trafficking trial continues.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PM heads to Rome after wrapping up his trip to Indonesia Juror discharged in mushroom murder trial Australia's first home-grown rocket could be launched today And US singer Christ Brown arrested in the UK See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Queensland senator Larissa Waters has been elected as the next leader of the Greens. A man remains in a critical condition after being attacked by a shark south of Adelaide. And Katy Perry cops it from fans again.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Greens will decider their next leader today, following Adam Bandt's shock defeat in the federal election.  Russian President Vladimir Putin has seemingly rejected calls to attend peace talks in Istanbul. AND Simpon's writer - Steve Pepoon - has died at the age of 68 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Joe takes you inside the internal power struggles within both the Liberal and Labor parties as both seek to rebuild following the federal election. Plus The Daily Telegraph’s Chief Reporter Josh Hanrahan on the downfall of New South Wales Police Commissioner Karen Webb, as she rejects claims she was pushed out of the role as the state’s top cop.    LINKS Follow Joe...

The Prime Minister touches down in Jakarta on his first overseas trip since being re-elected  The countdown is on for Australia’s first home-grown rocket launch... Cassie Ventura continue to give evidence at Sean 'Diddy' Combs' sex trafficking trial  Italian Tennis Star Jannik Sinner meets with Pope Leo See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Treasurer says the latest wages data is encouraging, because it's not pushing-up inflation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The US and Saudi Arabia have signed an arms deal - worth 142 billion dollars... A mushroom expert will continue giving evidence in the murder trial of Erin Patterson in country Victoria.  AND P Diddy's ex girlfriend has taken the stand on the second day of his sex trafficking trial.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kim Kardashian breaks down while fronting court in Paris as she testifies in armed robbery trial Cassie Ventura takes the stand at the Sean Diddy Combs sex trafficking trial... Anthony Albanese prepares to fly to Jakarta Donald Trump signs historic defence agreement with Saudi Arabia    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Opposition leader Sussan Ley says she's ready for the job of rebuilding the Liberals. A Queensland mum has been slapped with murder charges following a house fire which left her three children dead. And Usher announces more Sydney and Melbourne shows See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sussan Ley has been elected the first woman to lead the Liberal Party, defeating Angus Taylor in a vote to take over from Peter Dutton. Meanwhile Anthony Albanese has been sworn-in as prime minister, for a second term.  AND Bindi Irwin has given fans a health update from her hospital bed!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Liberal Party leadership showdown is looming ahead of a party room vote Israeli American hostage released by Hamas Opening statements have been delivered in Sean Diddy Comb's sex trafficking trial  American stock markets surge after the US and China agreed to slash tariffs    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nationals leader David Littleproud has been re-elected to the party's top job. Labor's reshuffled front bench has been revealed. And Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have broken cover for the first time in two months! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some welcome news for Aussie shoppers - with Woolies set to slash the prices on hundreds of grocery items this week. Labor will unveil its new-look ministry today, after fierce negotiations between the party's factions last week. AND Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been spotted on a date night in LA!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thousands have packed out St Peter's Square for Pope Leo's first Sunday prayer  A surprise challengers emerges in the Liberal Party showdown  Another security scare at an A-F-L match And a health scare for Bindi Irwin    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Nationals and Liberals are preparing for leadership challenges after their landslide election loss Massive cocaine haul found on boat in NSW waters Russia given an ultimatum by European leaders     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The newly elected Pope has broken with tradition speaking in English at a Mass of  cardinals Call for government to appoint a dedicated disability minister Gun opponents call for more action See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The major shakeups are continuing in the wake of the weekend election result. Former WA cricketer Stuart Macgill has avoided jail for his role in setting up a cocaine deal. And  This major music festival is a sell out See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Prime Minister has congratulated Pope Leo on becoming the next pontiff and invited him to visit Australia in 2028. Liberal MP Sussan Ley has confirmed she will run to become the party's new leader.  AND Baby joy for Matilda's skipper Sam Kerr! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crowds have erupted as Robert Prevost was unveiled as Pope Leo XIV US President Donald Trump describes the appointment of an American Pope as a great honour  Willie Rioli ruled out of Showdown after AFL probe Government MP's return to Canberra for the first time since the election    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greens Leader Adam Bandt has finally conceded his long-held-inner-city seat of Melbourne. Two men have been found guilty in WA of murdering Indigenous schoolboy Cassius Turvey. And Doechii has downplayed her Metgala outburst See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first vote in the Conclave to elect a new Pope has failed - with black smoke emerging from the Sistine Chapel this morning. World leaders are calling for calm, amid fears tensions between India and Pakistan could escalate further. AND Kylie Jenner and Timothee Chalamet have finally walked their first red carpet as a couple! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe breaks down Labor's landslide win against the Coalition in the 2025 Federal Election. Plus former Liberal staffer Charlotte Mortlock gives her advice on what the party needs to do to reset and challenge Labor again in three years. LINKS Follow Joe Hildebrand on Instagram Read Joe's column in The Daily Telegraph  here Follow Nova Podcasts @novapodcastsofficial .  Got a question for Jo...