The Update

Economists believe Today's possible interest rate cut could be the beginning of more cuts later in the year. Foreign Affairs is working to verify a video showing Aussie soldier Oscar Jenkins alive after being taken captive by Russian forces. AND Billie Eilish has touched down in Oz!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's set to be some relief for mortgage holders when the RBA meets today  Aussie prisoner of war Oscar Jenkins appears in an unverified video  European leaders gather for emergency talks in Paris Concerns over Pope Francis' health  Billie Eilish touches down in Brisbane See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Reserve Bank is considering whether to hand down its first interest rate cut since 20-20. An injection-based weight loss drug has been approved for the first time.  And  All the stars turned out for SNL's 50th Anniversary  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Reserve Bank will start its two-day meeting today, with a cut to interest rates widely expected. European leaders are meeting for an emergency summit in Paris, as the United States pushes to bring an end to war in Ukraine.  AND Stars have packed the red carpet for the 50th anniversary of SNL!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sydney train commuters brace for more delays and cancellations as industrial action drags on  Victoria Police Chief Commissioner Shane Patton steps down  Adelaide locked in as host for the LIV Golf event until 2028 And the Reserve Bank expected to cut the official cash rate for the first time in five years.     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The government will ban foreign housing investors for at least two years in a bid to ease the housing crisis Peter Dutton gains ground in the polls New search for MH370 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A gunman has opened fire at Philadelphia Eagles celebrations Police raid home of nurse at centre of hate video Russia targets nuclear plant in drone strike See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Communities in W-A's Pilbara Region have been bunkering down -- after a powerfuL Cyclone made landfall. Australia could be in the firing line of more White House tariffs. And Will they or won't they - the latest on Kanye dovorce rumours See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An Israeli influencer has posted the full, unedited conversation with two Sydney nurses - who suggested they would kill ISRAELI patients. Residents in WA's north are being told it's too late to leave their properties - as tropical cyclone Zelia approaches the coast.  AND Selena Gomez releases new music with fiancé Benny Blanco!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Chinese fighter jet has fired flares towards an Australian Airforce jet, in the South China Sea An Afghan asylum seeker has been arrested after driving a car through a workers strike in Germany, injuring 28 The Sydney Kings knocked out of the NBL play-offs by Adelaide And Travis and Taylor take a break from the spotlight, after the NFL Superbowl   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...

A cyclone powering towards W-A's Pilbara Coast is now tracking to be one of the biggest in Australia's history. The Federal Government is demanding a please explain from China -- after its airforce released flares towards an Australian plane. And Justin Bieber has sparked more concerns over his appearance See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump kicks off talks with Russia's President to end the war in Ukraine.  NSW's Health Minister speaks to staff at Bankstown Hospital after viral antisemitic video. AND P Diddy launches a lawsuit from behind bars!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we find out about THAT phone call between Donald Trump and Albo and what it means for Australia.  Plus! Will Albo sacrifice Rudd as the ambassador to the US?  And we speak to the inimitable Paul Murray , aka 'The Trump Whisperer,' to find out what the future holds for the world while Donald is in power.  LINKS Read Joe's column in The Daily Telegraph  here Follow @joe...

Two Sydney nurses accused of an anti-Semitic rant to face police questioning  Shocking vision has emerged of a brawl outside a popular Bali beach club    The U-S President kicks off talks to end the war in Ukraine.    The bell-bottom jeans worn by Kendrick Lamar at the Super Bowl sell out   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the nurses featured in antisemitic video claims threats to kill Israeli patients were a joke and misunderstood. There's fresh concerns that taking weight loss drugs may cause serious vision problems. And Travis Kelce hung out with this Aussie artists following his Superbowl loss See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police question two NSW health workers - after they made shocking antisemitic statements in a now viral social media video. The Federal Opposition slams the Government's push to take over REX airlines... AND Kanye West has been dropped by a talent agency!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matildas star Sam Kerr has been found not guilty by a jury of racially aggravated harassment The Federal Government hints it would be willing to take over Rex Airlines Donald Trump doubles down on his plan to take over GAZA And Kanye West's merchandise website taken offline   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mixed messages from the U-S around new steel and aluminium tariffs. Queensland's Premier has been quick to shut-down talk of a Tourist Tax -- to fund the Brisbane Olympics. And Charlie XCX seen at this famous beach See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump confirms a possible exemption for Australian steel and aluminium imports is being considered.  The jury for Matilda's star Sam Kerr's UK trial retires to consider their verdict. AND Kanye West has taken a last dig at a pop superstar before deleting his X account!    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Albanese is expected to plead Australia's case for avoiding tariffs  A massive downpour hits Sydney The jury in Sam Kerr's racial harassment trial retires to consider a verdict. And streams for Kendrick Lamar's hit "Not Like Us" soar after the Super Bowl    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This years Superbowl was a star studded affair. The P-M has revealed he's scheduled a call with Donald Trump -- after the US President slapped a 25 percent Tarrif on all steel and aluminium imports. And Ye has deleted his X account following a weekend filled with antisimetic posts    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's mining sector is facing a big hit, after Donald Trump announced a 25 percent tariffs on all steel and Aluminium coming into the UNITED STATES... A new report suggests two thirds of retirees who rent are living in poverty. AND A surprise appearance during Kendrick Lamar's Superbowl half time performance!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Parts of north Queensland are bracing for more wet weather which could hamper clean up efforts Four people will face trial today charged over the death of Perth schoolboy Cassius Turvey Concerns mount over egg supplies after a bird flu outbreak at a poultry farm in Victoria's north east  And the countdown is on to the super bowl    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...

A woman is dead and another injured when lightning struck their Sydney backyard Human remains found inside Queensland croc. Donald Trump takes swipe at Meghan Markle See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The jury is expected to begin deliberations on Monday after Sam Kerr's trial wraps for the week Flood ravaged communities hit with more rain Fears of another plane crash in the U.S  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.