The Update

Tensions have flared between Donald Trump and his South African counterpart at the White House - with the US President making claims of 'white genocide'... A man has died as parts of NSW continues to be gripped by a 1-in-500 year flood. AND Kim Kardashian has graduated law school!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A big week in politics with the Liberals and the Nationals abandoning their decades-long coalition. Joe reveals why Sussan Ley's tenure as leader of the Liberal party is already on a knife's edge. Plus former Greens MP Jeremy Buckingham takes us inside the secretive world of the vocal minor party, and reveals why support has collapsed for the movement. LINKS Follow Joe Hildebrand on Instagram Foll...

The estranged father of retired Aussie tennis star Jelena Dokic has died NSW mid north coast remains in the grips of a major flood emergency Opposition leader Sussan Ley's focus shifts to who to appoint to her new-look front bench  And singer Chris Brown granted bail in the UK   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The P-M has arrived back into Australia to a vastly different political landscape, Floodwaters have swallowed entire streets and inundated homes on the NSW Mid North Coast. And Kourtney Kardashian has revealed she was punched in the face at a wild Diddy party. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The fallout from the Coalition's split continues - with former prime minister John Howard urging the Liberals and Nationals to reunite.  The UK has suspended trade talks with Israel, in response to an Israeli blockade on aid entering Gaza. AND Hailey Bieber has opened up her marriage and motherhood! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Political heavyweights weigh in following shock Coalition split Phone records in the spotlight as mushroom murder trial continues Reece Walsh in hot water over social media punch video  And Princess Kate makes a return to the Royal Garden Party  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Treasurer has described today's Interest Rate cut as "welcome relief for millions of Australians" Nationals Leader David Littleproud insists there is no "angst or animosity" -- after splitting from the Coalition agreement with the Liberals. And South Korea has cancelled Kanye from performing See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All eyes will be on the Reserve Bank this arvo, when they deliver the latest interest rate decision There're reports of some inner turmoil within the Coalition - with reports the Nationals are going to split from the Liberals. AND Miley Cyrus has revealed her track list for her new album!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pope Leo has held talks with Anthony Albanese in the first private meeting between a Pope and an Australian leader in 16 years. Cash rate set to be slashed today  US President says peace talks will begin immediately between Ukraine and Russia  King Charles and Queen Camilla step out at the Chelsea Flower Show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The European Union is seeking to broaden strategic ties with Australia. Telstra is denying misleading behaviour about its network coverage -- as a rival calls for an investigation. And Dom Dolla has anounced his first ever stadium show in Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump has wished Former US President Joe Biden a swift recovery - following his shock cancer diagnosis.  Hackers have allegedly infiltrated the Government's MyGov website. AND Elton John says he's prepared to take the UK Government to court - over AI!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PM Anthony Albanese among world leaders to gather for Pope Leo's inauguration mass Authorities in Laos have recommended 13 people be charged over methanol poisoning deaths  Two people killed after a Mexican Navy ship struck the Brooklyn Bridge in New York  Tributes for AFL premiership player Adam Selwood following his sudden death    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

Tributes are continuing for Adam Selwood who died just months after twin brother, Troy PM set to hold talks with EU over trade pact Thousands gather ahead of Pope inauguration     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.