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Mar 2, 2026 • 12min
The war widens in the Middle East, and last chance saloon for the blood moon
Coverage of widening conflict in Iran and its regional fallout, including impacts on shipping and rising tensions. Travel chaos for Australians in the Middle East and evacuation challenges. Stories about remarkable art restorations at the Vatican and in the Netherlands. A last chance to catch a rare blood moon and tips on when to look for it.
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Mar 1, 2026 • 12min
The US & Israel strike Iran, Khamenei dead; and the Tillies make a winning start
A rapid run through coordinated US and Israeli strikes on Iran and the collapse of nuclear talks. The death of Iran's supreme leader and questions about succession and regional escalation. Renewed Pakistan-Taliban clashes and UN concerns. A new opposition leader’s first week and party maneuvering. Sports highlights from the Matildas and major domestic competitions. A quirky pub trend serving smoked saltwater crocodile.
Feb 26, 2026 • 12min
More talks between the US and Iran, and INXS's new nomination
Michelle Escobar, journalist at the CommBank Newsroom who interviewed Matildas forward Mary Fowler. She reports on US–Iran talks, Clinton testimony, INXS's Rock Hall nomination, and Mary Fowler’s ACL recovery, off-field projects and match-by-match mindset. Short, lively takes on politics, music news and sport.
Feb 26, 2026 • 10min
Squiz Shortcuts: All about the Women’s Asian Cup
Build-up to the Women’s Asian Cup in Australia and how it differs from the World Cup. A look at the Matildas’ recent World Cup run and the squad changes, injuries and coaching shift. Breakdown of tournament format, group draws and which teams Australia will face. Details on host cities and where key matches will be played.
Feb 25, 2026 • 12min
Investigating the PM's security scare, and a hot cottage is up for rent
A security scare at the prime minister's lodge linked to a cultural performance group sparks a police investigation. Discussion of rising threats to politicians and how authorities responded. A record-long State of the Union speech and what it left out. A basketball star shaking up a finals series. A famous cottage listing with quirky features and a hidden pricing clue.
Feb 25, 2026 • 12min
The antisemitism royal commission begins, and a major NRL milestone
A royal commission into antisemitism is launched, its remit and definitions debated. A security scare at The Lodge and rising threats to politicians are discussed. Police update a high-profile missing person search. Trump’s State of the Union and potential court clashes are previewed. The NRL marks a milestone with its first female play-by-caller.
Feb 24, 2026 • 13min
Squiz Shortcuts: How the antisemitism royal commission will work
A clear walkthrough of how a federal inquiry into antisemitism came to be after the Bondi Beach attack. Short explanations of the commission’s scope, powers, timelines and reporting. Discussion of the four pillars guiding the inquiry and why federal jurisdiction matters. Coverage of the chosen commissioner, procedural ground rules, submission options and the limits of recommendations.
Feb 23, 2026 • 12min
Four years of Russia's war in Ukraine, and Milan Fashion Week takes off
Coverage of the fourth anniversary of Russia’s invasion, focusing on human and financial costs and stalled peace talks. How Starlink outages changed battlefield targeting and recent frontline shifts. Rising cartel violence in Mexico after a leader’s death and travel warnings. A new UK passport rule sparks backlash. A preview of Milan Fashion Week and designers to watch.
Feb 22, 2026 • 12min
Trump turns up tariffs, and the Winter Olympics are winding up...
A fast roundup of US tariff moves, a Supreme Court twist and how Australian industries feel the impact. Reporting on a shooting near Mar-a-Lago and rising student protests in Iran. Coverage of the South Australian election kickoff and the Winter Olympics wrap, plus a Paralympics preview and a light cultural round-up.
Feb 19, 2026 • 12min
Former Prince Andrew is arrested, and MotoGP heads to South Oz
Tightening US-Iran tensions and possible military options make up the big international thread. A high-profile arrest linked to royal documents and the palace response grab attention. MotoGP shifts from Phillip Island to a new South Australian street circuit. Tech court battles over social media addiction and age checks move to the US. Plus a quick peach cake segment for something sweeter.
