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Episode 1 - Government announces $50 billion in new defence spending

Australia will acquire more long-range missiles and autonomous vehicles while scrapping other programs.

  

Episode 2 - High Court considers its judgement in another immigration case

A bisexual Iranian man is refusing to be deported to his home country, saying it would amount to a death sentence.

  

Episode 3 - Australia’s Immigration Battle

An Australian High Court ruling has up-ended two decades of immigration policy and led to the release of almost 150 people into the community.

  

Episode 4 - Olympic countdown begins as Paris 2024 torch lit in ancient Olympia

Torch lit in ruins of ancient Olympia, Greek birthplace of Games, starting 5 kilometre relay that will end in July.

  

Episode 5 - Danes rue loss of heritage in Copenhagen's 'Notre Dame' fire

Emergency services and civilians rushed to salvage invaluable art while a fire destroyed the spire of the city's Old Stock Exchange.

  

Episode 6 - Blow for efforts to free Julian Assange

Wikileaks founder Julian Assange has faced a setback in the legal fight against his extradition to the United States.

  

Episode 7 - Astronomers detect Milky Way black hole

The newly identified black hole is located about 2,000 light-years from Earth — relatively close in cosmic terms — in the constellation Aquila.

  

Episode 8 - Voters in Solomon Islands head to the polls

Solomon Islands heads to the polls in what experts are calling the most important election in its history.

  

Episode 9 - Trump becomes first US president to stand criminal trial

Donald Trump pleaded not guilty to 34 counts of falsifying business records about a payment made to adult film actor Stormy Daniels.

  

Episode 10 - Did we kill all of the coral reefs?

The world's coral reefs have been hit by the fourth mass bleaching event in recorded history — so, what is bleaching and is too late to save them?

  

Episode 11 - World leaders react to Iran's attack on Israel

ABC's Middle East Correspondent Allyson Horn with world reaction to Iran's unprecedented attack on Israel.

  

Episode 12 - Teenager arrested after stabbing attack during Wakeley church mass

Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel was stabbed during a live-streamed mass at an Assyrian Orthodox Christian church.

  

Episode 13 - US tells Israel it will not participate in counter-offensive against Iran

The threat of open warfare has triggered calls for restraint from leaders around the world, including Australia.

  

Episode 14 - Israel threatens retaliation for Iranian drone attack

The United Nations says the Middle East is on the brink of full-scale conflict after Iran's first direct attack on Israel.

  

Episode 15 - Bruce Lehrmann's defamation case fails

Justice Lee found Bruce Lehrmann raped Brittany Higgins on the balance of probabilities.

  

Episode 16 - Witchcraft accusations on the rise in rural PNG

Police and NGO's in remote parts of Papua New Guinea are dealing with the persisting threat of sorcery accusation-related violence. 

  

Episode 17 - A look at the context surrounding the Bruce Lehrmann defamation trial

Patrick Bell unpacks the saga surrounding Bruce Lehrmann, which has encompassed the media, legal, and political world.

  

Episode 18 - Iran launches drones towards Israel

Iran has launched hundreds of drones and missiles towards Israel in a major escalation between the regional rivals.

  

Episode 19 - Leaders pay respects to victims of Bondi Junctions mass stabbing

Anthony Albanese, NSW Premier Chris Minns, and local MP Allegra Spender added to the floral tributes outside the shopping centre.

  

Episode 20 - Community mourns Bondi Junction fatal stabbing attack

The Prime \Minister has described the events as horrific and heartbreaking, with police saying this was not an act of terrorism.

  

Episode 21 - Manasseh Sogavare bidding for record fifth term in office

Solomon Islands decides whether to stick with 'master of mayhem' Manasseh Sogavare.

  

Episode 22 - This school used to be violent — now it's a model for best practice

As Australian schools grapple with declining results, one of the country's most disadvantaged schools says its remarkable turnaround can be part of the solution.

  

Episode 23 - Dozens of Iranian drones and missiles have been intercepted by the IDF and the US.

Israel and its allies have intercepted Iranian drones and missiles launched in retaliation for the bombing of Iran's embassy in Damascus.

  

Episode 24 - Prime Minister provides update on Bondi Junction attack

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says the events have shocked the nation and has thanked the police and emergency services that were on scene.

  

Episode 25 - NSW Police identify the offender of the Bondi Junction attack

NSW police have named 40-year-old Queensland man Joel Cauchi as the attacker. Assistant Commissioner Cooke says the attacker 'suffers from mental health issues.'

  

Episode 26 - How fake models build videos of real women without their consent

'AI Pimps' are flooding social media with virtual influencers peddling porn. An ABC investigation has uncovered how these fake models are being built from videos of real women without consent.

  

Episode 27 - Joe Biden warns Iran not to proceed with attack on Israel

The United States believes Iran could launch an attack on Israel "sooner than later" in response to an attack on its consulate in Syria, forcing Israeli troops to be on high alert.

  

Episode 28 - Vietnamese real estate tycoon sentenced to death over fraud

Truong My Lan has been sentenced to death over Vietnam's largest-ever financial fraud case. 

  

Episode 29 - Court documents allege player was harassed by officials

Court documents allege striker Jenni Hermoso and her family were repeatedly pressured to downplay the kiss and provide a statement backing Luis Rubiales. 

  

Episode 30 - Disgraced former NFL star OJ Simpson dead aged 76

OJ Simpson, the former American Football star who was acquitted of the murder of his ex-wife has died from cancer.  

  

Episode 31 - Joe Biden considers Australia's Julian Assange request

US President Joe Biden says he's considering a request from Australia to drop charges against the WikiLeaks founder. 

  

Episode 32 - Albanese proposes public fund for manufacturing and clean energy

The Future Made in Australia Act is hoped to compete with Joe Biden's US Inflation Reduction Act. 

  

Episode 33 - Australian steel to be used on US Navy submarines

The government has agreed to a deal which will see Australian steel being used on submarines for the US Navy.

  

Episode 34 - Review finds NDIS body failed to act over autism program

A report has found the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission failed to close the controversial program that put children with disabilities at risk.

  

Episode 35 - Penny Wong calls for recognition of Palestinian state

Foreign Minister Penny Wong says peace and security will only be available in Israel if Palestine is recognised as a state.  

  

Episode 36 - Swiss women win landmark climate case on climate inaction

Climate change activists around the world are celebrating a landmark victory at the European Court of Human Rights.

  

Episode 37 - Parents of school shooter who killed four classmates jailed

James and Jennifer Crumbley have become the first parents convicted in a US mass shooting, after they were found guilty of involuntary manslaughter.

  

Episode 38 - Whooping cough outbreak in Australia

At least 3,000 cases have been recorded this year, with Queensland and New South Wales seeing the bulk of infections.

  

Episode 39 - Australian rowers set sights on Paris

The Australian rowing team has a host of medal contenders for this year's Olympic and Paralympic games in Paris.

  

Episode 40 - Anthony Albanese urges Israel to call off Rafah invasion

Benjamin Netanyahu has flagged a date has been set for the ground invasion despite international pressure.

  

Episode 41 - David Johnston named new Chief of Defence Force

David Johnston joined the navy as a 16-year-old and will now oversee multi-billion dollar plans to build up Australia's maritime power. 

  

Episode 42 - Millions witness rare total solar eclipse across North America 

North Americans have witnessed a rare total solar eclipse where the moon completely covered the sun for more than four minutes. 

  

Episode 43 - Consumers furious as energy companies charge time-of-use tariffs 

Some consumers are being charged significantly more at certain times, as electricity companies hit households with time-of-use rates instead of a flat rate. 

  

Episode 44 - Questionable billing by doctors rife in Australia

One in five Australians live with chronic pain. Four Corners investigates the multi-billion dollar industry.

  

Episode 45 - Mandatory code of conduct proposed for big supermarkets

A review is calling for an end to self-regulation for the food and grocery industry and recommends a mandatory code of conduct.

  

Episode 46 - Pressure mounts on Israel to reach a hostage deal

Thousands of Israelis have been protesting in Tel Aviv, calling for their government to make a deal with Hamas.

  

Episode 47 - Australia's favourite blue heeler is back with a supersized new story

We speak with the Executive Producer of Bluey about the brand new episode which will be the longest yet.

  

Episode 48 - Survivors and their families commemorate 30 years since Rwandan genocide

Survivors and their families were joined by diplomats and former peace keepers at Parliament House to commemorate 30 years since Rwandan genocide

  

Episode 49 - Detainment of Australian Robert Pether in Iraqi jail reaches three year mark

Australian engineer Robert Pether has written an emotional letter from inside an Iraqi jail while his family and supporters are calling on the Australian government to urgently ensure his quick release.

  

Episode 50 - Pressure mounts on Israeli government as conflict enters sixth month

The ongoing conflict is eroding support for Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu, with protesters flooding the streets in Tel Aviv and demanding a deal with Hamas for the remaining hostages.

  

Episode 51 - Türkiye’s thriving hair transplant industry

Turkiye is becoming the undisputed capital of the thriving ' hair transplant' industry. The ABC’s Middle East Correspondent Tom Joyner takes you inside an operating room.

  

Episode 52 - Tips for maintaining fitness as the weather cools

Maintaining fitness as the weather cools can be a struggle for those in the southern states. These are some tips from a fitness expert about how to set yourself up for success.

  

Episode 53 - How Bluey can help you have big conversations with your kids

Child psychologist Rachael Sharman looks at how Bluey episodes can help you have big conversations with your kids about introducing a new sibling, moving house or death.

  

Episode 54 - Penny Wong calls Israel strike on aid workers a 'deadly failure'

Foreign Minister Penny Wong has called for more information from the Israeli government about its investigation into an air strike which killed seven aid workers in Gaza.  

  

Episode 55 - New York hit by magnitude 4.8 earthquake

New York has been shaken by a rare east coast earthquake, which was recorded as magnitude 4.8 on the richter scale. 

  

Episode 56 - Former producer continues evidence in Lehrmann trial

Bruce Lehrmann's re-opened defamation case has ended for the second time with more explosive allegations involving sex workers, drugs and massages.

  

Episode 57 - How can workplaces get employees back into the office?

Some workplaces are using free food, sports and even extra time off as lures to get employees back into the office.

  

Episode 58 - Joint RAAF-US partnership to monitor aid into Ukraine won't be extended

The move to send home air force planes has raised questions if this signals a broader pull-back in support for the war effort.

  

Episode 59 - Israel approves three humanitarian routes to Gaza

The US says its support for the war in Gaza is contingent on new steps to protect civilians and aid workers.

  

Episode 60 - Search for suvivors continues after Taiwan's biggest quake in 25-years

Rescuers in Taiwan are trying to reach dozens of people trapped in tunnels and collapsed buildings after Taiwan's most powerful earthquake in 25-years. 

  

Episode 61 - Growing international condemnation over deaths of aid workers

The bodies of the six foreign workers including Australian Zomi Frankcom will return to home from Gaza as international condemnation of the attack grows. 

  

Episode 62 - Australians are confused about Bali's new tourist levy

The Indonesian government has introduced a visitor levy to help the Bali cope with millions of visitors each year. At this stage, payment for the tax has not been enforced by staff when visitors arrive at the airport.

  


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