The Quicky news update for Monday, August 5th 2024

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The Quicky news update for Monday, August 5th 2024
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The Quicky

A daily news podcast that gets you up to speed on everything happening in the world. Hosted by journalist Claire Murphy. 

A daily news podcast that gets you up to speed on everything happening in the world. Hosted by journalist Claire Murphy.&nbsp;

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The Quicky is Mamamia's twice daily podcast that gets you up to speed on the top stories, then dives deeper on one topic you want to know more about. It’s a show that helps you cut through the noise and tells you exactly what you need to know today.

It’s what women are talking about today. Interesting stories. Intelligent conversation. Minus the shock and horror. 

The Quicky is Mamamia's twice daily podcast that gets you up to speed on the top stories, then dives deeper on one topic you want to know more about. It’s a show that helps you cut through the noise and tells you exactly what you need to know today.
It’s what women are talking about today. Interesting stories. Intelligent conversation. Minus the shock and horror.

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Sussan Ley has appointed a temporary Liberal-only shadow ministry, giving the Nationals an ultimatum to reform the Coalition; A court has been told multiple witnesses who claim they saw no evidence of any sexual abuse from controversial radio host Alan Jones could clear his name; US border czar Tom Homan, who was sent by President Trump to oversee federal immigration enforcement in Minneapolis, says federal agents will focus on "targeted" operations; Authorities say a man falsely claiming to be an FBI agent showed up at a New York City jail and told officers he had a court order to release Luigi Mangione; Sydney Sweeney has addressed accusations she’s a “Make America Great Again Barbie” by online commenters.

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Sussan Ley has appointed a temporary Liberal-only shadow ministry, giving the Nationals an ultimatum to reform the Coalition; A court has been told multiple witnesses who claim they saw no evidence of any sexual abuse from controversial radio host Alan Jones could clear his name; US border czar Tom Homan, who was sent by President Trump to oversee federal immigration enforcement in Minneapolis, says federal agents will focus on "targeted" operations; Authorities say a man falsely claiming to be an FBI agent showed up at a New York City jail and told officers he had a court order to release Luigi Mangione; Sydney Sweeney has addressed accusations she&rsquo;s a &ldquo;Make America Great Again Barbie&rdquo; by online commenters.
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Sussan Ley Issues Nationals Ultimatum & Bizarre Jail Break Plot To Free Luigi Mangione 

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Leadership spills and coalition breakdowns and cabinet vacancy - oh my!

As Parliament resumes next week, there are so big question still yet to be answered; like, will leadership spills be pulled off in both the Liberal & National parties? And, if so, by who?

Claire and Taylah are here to get you up to speed on what's happening in the nation's capital. 

And in headlines today, Specialist police will be winched into a remote area where Belgian tourist Celine Cremer disappeared in Tasmania more than two years ago, after human remains were found on an isolated river bed; Footage of fugitive Julian Ingram taken hours before he allegedly murdered three people has been released; Aboriginal leaders who met with the WA police commissioner to discuss the bomb incident at the Invasion Survival Day rally earlier this week, say the motivation appears to be racial; Tennis legend Serena Williams has dodged questions during a live TV appearance in the US about whether she is preparing to come out of retirement; One of the most expensive documentaries to ever be made 'Melania, 20 Days To History is set to debut today, with only one presale ticket sold here in Australia

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Audio Producer: Lu Hill 

Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy

Leadership spills and coalition breakdowns and cabinet vacancy - oh my!
As Parliament resumes next week, there are so big question still yet to be answered; like, will leadership spills be pulled off in both the Liberal &amp; National parties? And, if so, by who?
Claire and Taylah are here to get you up to speed on what's happening in the nation's capital.&nbsp;
And in headlines today, Specialist police will be winched into a remote area where Belgian tourist Celine Cremer disappeared in Tasmania more than two years ago, after human remains were found on an isolated river bed; Footage of fugitive Julian Ingram taken hours before he allegedly murdered three people has been released; Aboriginal leaders who met with the WA police commissioner to discuss the bomb incident at the Invasion Survival Day rally earlier this week, say the motivation appears to be racial; Tennis legend Serena Williams has dodged questions during a live TV appearance in the US about whether she is preparing to come out of retirement; One of the most expensive documentaries to ever be made 'Melania, 20 Days To History is set to debut today, with only one presale ticket sold here in Australia
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Audio Producer:&nbsp;Lu Hill&nbsp;
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Your Guide To WTF Is Going On With The Libs, Nats & One Nation

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Newly released video appears to show 37-year-old Alex Pretti clashing with federal agents in Minneapolis about 11 days before he was fatally shot; Only a small number of Australians will enjoy an Anzac Day long weekend in 2026, but there could possibly be a new public holiday in New South Wales; Bruce Springsteen has released a new song dedicated to the people of Minneapolis, sharply criticising US President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement operations; Justin Bieber has been announced as a performer at the 2026 Grammy Awards. 

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Host: Tahli Blackman

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Newly released video appears to show 37-year-old Alex Pretti clashing with federal agents in Minneapolis about 11 days before he was fatally shot; Only a small number of Australians will enjoy an Anzac Day long weekend in 2026, but there could possibly be a new public holiday in New South Wales; Bruce Springsteen has released a new song dedicated to the people of Minneapolis, sharply criticising US President Donald Trump&rsquo;s immigration enforcement operations; Justin Bieber has been announced as a performer at the 2026 Grammy Awards.&nbsp;
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Extra Public Holiday Idea & Justin Bieber To Perform At The 2026 Grammys

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