Today's headlines:

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has cut the cash rate to 3.6%, down from 3.85%.

The Coalition has confirmed it will revoke Australia’s recognition of Palestinian statehood if elected. 

A Colombian presidential candidate shot during a political rally has died after two months in hospital.

And today’s good news: A rubber duck race known as the ‘Chicago Ducky Derby’ has raised more than $AU660,000 for Special Olympics Illinois.

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Today's headlines:
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has cut the cash rate to 3.6%, down from 3.85%.
The Coalition has confirmed it will revoke Australia&rsquo;s recognition of Palestinian statehood if elected.&nbsp;
A Colombian presidential candidate shot during a political rally has died after two months in hospital.
And today&rsquo;s good news: A rubber duck race known as the &lsquo;Chicago Ducky Derby&rsquo; has raised more than $AU660,000 for Special Olympics Illinois.
Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Lucy Tassell Producer: Emma Gillespie
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Headlines: RBA cuts interest rates to 3.6%

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The 2026 Adelaide Writers’ Week has been cancelled. It follows  backlash over a decision to remove Dr Randa Abdel-Fattah from the festival program.

The Palestinian-Australian author and advocate was slated to speak as part of the Adelaide Festival Writers’ Week event next month. However, the festival board said her previous comments mean it would “not be culturally sensitive” to include her in the wake of the Bondi terror attack. 

Abdel-Fattah has been a vocal critic of Israel and accused of antisemitism, but the writer has called the decision a “blatant and shameless act of anti-Palestinian racism.” 

Politicians have weighed in, some supporting and some condemning the move, while dozens of writers and officials have cut ties with the festival. As the fallout from Abdel-Fattah’s removal continues, in today’s deep dive we’ll take you through this controversy from the beginning, and what its cancellation means for the future of the Adelaide Festival.

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Producer: Orla Maher

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The 2026 Adelaide Writers&rsquo; Week has been cancelled. It follows&nbsp; backlash over a decision to remove Dr Randa Abdel-Fattah from the festival program.
The Palestinian-Australian author and advocate was slated to speak as part of the Adelaide Festival Writers&rsquo; Week event next month. However, the festival board said her previous comments mean it would &ldquo;not be culturally sensitive&rdquo; to include her in the wake of the Bondi terror attack.&nbsp;
Abdel-Fattah has been a vocal critic of Israel and accused of antisemitism, but the writer has called the decision a &ldquo;blatant and shameless act of anti-Palestinian racism.&rdquo;&nbsp;
Politicians have weighed in, some supporting and some condemning the move, while dozens of writers and officials have cut ties with the festival. As the fallout from Abdel-Fattah&rsquo;s removal continues, in today&rsquo;s deep dive we&rsquo;ll take you through this controversy from the beginning, and what its cancellation means for the future of the Adelaide Festival.
Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Lucy Tassell Producer: Orla Maher
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Why a writers' festival was cancelled

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Today's headlines include:
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a new tariff for countries which trade with Iran, but it’s not yet clear if the levy will impact Australia.
Homes have been inundated and communities isolated as the remnants of former Tropical Cyclone Koji are felt across the Queensland outback.
50 years since the suspicious disappearance of an eight-year-old girl from her bedroom, Victoria Police have offered an unprecedented $1 million reward. 
And today’s good news: Aerial skier Danielle Scott has secured Australia’s sixth World Cup medal in five days, and her second medal in as many days at the event. 

Reporting with AAP.

Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Zara Seidler
Producer: Rosa Bowden

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Today's headlines include:
<ul>
<li>U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a new tariff for countries which trade with Iran, but it&rsquo;s not yet clear if the levy will impact Australia.</li>
<li>Homes have been inundated and communities isolated as the remnants of former Tropical Cyclone Koji are felt across the Queensland outback.</li>
<li>50 years since the suspicious disappearance of an eight-year-old girl from her bedroom, Victoria Police have offered an unprecedented $1 million reward.&nbsp;</li>
<li>And today&rsquo;s good news: Aerial skier Danielle Scott has secured Australia&rsquo;s sixth World Cup medal in five days, and her second medal in as many days at the event.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Reporting with AAP.
Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Zara Seidler Producer: Rosa Bowden
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Headlines: Trump announces 25% tariff for countries that trade with Iran

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Iran is experiencing its largest anti-government protests in years, with demonstrations spreading across more than 100 cities and reports suggesting hundreds have been killed in a violent crackdown by authorities. What began as economic protests has evolved into a mass movement calling for the overthrow of Iran's leadership, raising questions about regional stability and potential international intervention. In today’s podcast, we’ll explain how these protests started, what’s happened since and why they’re so significant.

Hosts: Zara Seidler and Emma Gillespie
Producer: Orla Maher

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Iran is experiencing its largest anti-government protests in years, with demonstrations spreading across more than 100 cities and reports suggesting hundreds have been killed in a violent crackdown by authorities. What began as economic protests has evolved into a mass movement calling for the overthrow of Iran's leadership, raising questions about regional stability and potential international intervention. In today&rsquo;s podcast, we&rsquo;ll explain how these protests started, what&rsquo;s happened since and why they&rsquo;re so significant.
Hosts: Zara Seidler and Emma Gillespie Producer: Orla Maher
Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click &lsquo;follow&rsquo; on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful.
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Why are there protests in Iran?

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Headlines: RBA cuts interest rates to 3.6%

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