The Update

A spate of Anti-Semitic attacks in Sydney The race is on for firefighters in the U-S, as the death toll from wildfires rises significantly. And Is Justin Bieber eyeing a return to music? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new poll shows a rise in support for keeping OZ DAY on the 26th of January.  Health insurers are calling for major changes - which would allow them to cover the cost of G-P appointments.  AND Nicole Kidman has banned her teen daughters from seeing her new film!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The city of Newcastle in NSW, the latest location of anti-semitism The LA wildfires continue to burn Australia goes one up against England, in the Women's Ashes Series And Miley Cyrus expresses her sadness for LA fire victims See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An Australian man has been named as one of the victims of the LA fires Another attack on a Sydney Synagogue Banks call out Facebook for banking scam See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At least ten people are dead as southern California continues to be devastated by massive fires Donald Trump escapes penalty in hush money sentencing Government ramps up patrols to stamp out illegal boat arrivals See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump will now be sentenced in less than 24 hours - after the US Supreme Court rejected his bid to delay sentencing of his hush money case.  California's National Guard is being called in - to help keep order in fire ravaged parts of LA. AND Ronda Rousey has shared some knockout news!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US President Joe Biden promises extra resources for the firefighting effort in Los Angeles A synagogue in Allawah in Sydney's south targeted in an anti-Semitic attack Australia's ambassador to the UK to attend an Australia Day gala dinner in London  The casket of former US President Jimmy Carter makes its final journey home to Georgia   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...

Five fires are still burning in LA, with the death toll of 5, expected to rise Fresh concerns for the sheep industry, ahead of the looming ban on live exports Thanasi Kokkinakis in a race to be fit for the Australian Open And Princess Kate celebrates her 43rd birthday! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Prime Minister says images of major wildfires in the U-S are 'devastating' to see, Australia stands ready to provide support if it's needed It's been confirmed sea planes won't be grounded while an investigation is underway into that deadly crash off WA's Rottnest Island. AND There's reports a major Hollywood couple have called it quits after 17 years!  See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

The death toll from the wildfires in Los Angeles climbs to five Crews work to retrieve the wreckage of a seaplane that crashed on Rottnest Island A man arrested attempting to enter the US Capital with weapons And the SAG nominations announced See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe is joined by the wonderful Sarah Harris for the third and final instalment of our Summer Specials.  This week, Joe and Sarah are unpacking the cost-of-living crisis. They open up about their own experiences with poverty, and debate Albo's wrong turns.  LINKS Read Joe's column in The Daily Telegraph  here Follow @joe_hildebrand on Instagram Follow @whatsarahsnapped on Instagram F...

A bushwalker has been found alive after 13 days in a NSW national park Several major wildfires claim lives and land in LA Aussie cricket skipper Alyssa Healy to test out her knee today, back playing wicket keeper And the husband of a famous Aussie actress, restrains an intruder in scary home invasion   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three people have died, after a tragic sea plane crash off WA's Rottnest Island.  The Federal Government maintains the latest inflation figures aren't a big worry. AND Chris Hemsworth and his wife are being slammed online for their choice of family outing!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A desperate search continues for three people missing after a seaplane crash on Rottnest Island Bushfire burning at Cape Otway in Victoria downgraded to a Watch and Act Police in Queensland issue an amber alert for a toddler missing in Beaudesert Members of Congress pay tribute to former US President Jimmy Carter   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three people are missing after a seaplane accident on Rottnest Island, off the Perth coast A deadly earthquake in China's remote Tibet region The Melbourne Renegades get out of jail against Perth And how Tom Holland made sure Zendaya would love her engagement ring! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The US President has paid tribute to victims and first responders, following a New Years terror attack in New Orleans.  Attorney General Mark Dreyfus will spend a week in Israel, in a bid to repair relations with their government. AND Demi Moore's family has jumped to her defence - after she was accused of snubbing a fellow celeb at the Golden Globes! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...

There's talk the PM could call an election for April,  Canada is on the hunt for a new Prime Minister, Donald Trump's presidential win was officially certified in the US this morning, And economists say we could see an interest rate cut as early as next month. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two men who had been evading authorities for days, have been captured, and charged with the murder of a woman in Caboolture Canada's out-of-favour Prime Minister, calls time on his leadership The Brisbane Heat claims a win over Sydney Thunder And Demi Moore lands her first ever acting gong after decades in the industry See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two people have died, after a boat capsized off the coast of South Australia.  There's speculation the Prime Minister could call a federal election as early as February, after launching his unofficial campaign. AND Demi Moore has made an emotional speech...after winning her very first Golden Globe.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Albanese hits the road ahead of this year's election. The number of tradies across Australia is falling. State of Emergencies declared in the US as winter storms move over. And hot dogs banned in North Korea! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A man has been charged with the rape of an Australian flight attendant, in Fiji Why an Etihad Boeing 787 had to abort a flight from Melbourne A huge win for Australia in the Test series against India And the Golden Globes to be held in Beverly Hills today! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A pilot and his passenger have been killed when their aircraft crashed into the ocean in NSW Man charged in Fiji over rape of Australian flight crew member Cost of Welcome to Country ceremonies revealed See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Extreme conditions in NSW and Victoria have health authorities and fire crews on high alert Embattled TV star in more hot water Sydney beachgoers warned of dangerous chemicals See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A child has died in a caravan fire in country Victoria, while a boy with autism has drowned in Sydney FBI believes New Orleans terrorist was acting alone Mitch Marsh dropped for the Sydney Test And Robbie Williams puts on a show for Melbourne! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over the summer break, Joe is joined by the one and only Sarah Harris to recap and review the biggest news stories of the year. This week, Orange Man Bad... Or... Orange Man Fun? Joe and Sarah discuss the return of Donald Trump, and what this means for Australia.  LINKS Read Joe's column in The Daily Telegraph  here Follow @joe_hildebrand on Instagram Follow @whatsarahsnapped on Instagra...