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It's the start of a new political era, with Anthony Albanese about to be sworn in as Australia's 31st prime minister. He'll be navigating a dramatically different parliamentary landscape: Labor and the Coalition have lost significant ground to a record number of independents and Greens, with the crossbench more than doubling in size. So why have vo…
On today's show, we'll start with a story about an important art prize, before learning about a picture of something mysterious in our skies. Then we'll head to a fashion show featuring clothes for people with disability, and celebrate a special day for our buzziest friend – the bee! Finally, we learn about Tasmania going carbon negative. Quiz Ques…
One million Americans have now died from COVID-19. In this ABC News special we look back at the last two years and examine how, for the rest of us, life has changed. ABC's Alex Stone visits Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles to check on the morale of frontline workers. Cheri Preston investigates the toll the pandemic has taken on our mental…
The ABC has you covered this election as the votes roll in. Here's how you can follow the latest developments throughout the weekend.
Millions of Australians will head to the ballot box tomorrow, where they could deliver Scott Morrison a second 'miracle' victory, or this time prove opinion polling right and vote in Anthony Albanese. The ABC's election analyst, Antony Green, is usually the first person to call the election result on the night. So how does he do it?Featured: Antony…
It's been an election campaign where Scott Morrison and Anthony Albanese have criss-crossed the country donning hard hats and high visibility safety vests. But how does that resonate with Australian women, who will play a more crucial role than ever before in determining who our next prime minister will be? Today, the ABC's Annabel Crabb on why wom…
It's one of the most critical issues of our time, and according to the ABC's Vote Compass it's the top concern for Australians as they head to the polls on the weekend. And yet climate change has barely rated a mention from Scott Morrison or Anthony Albanese during the election campaign. Today, the host of the ABC's Australia If You're Listening po…
In the final days of an election campaign dominated by cost of living concerns, Scott Morrison has announced a plan to allow Australians to dip into their superannuation to buy their first homes. As voting day approaches, both major parties will argue you’ll be better off financially if you vote for them. Today, the host of RN Breakfast, Patricia K…
As Australians prepare to head to the polls on Saturday, one issue has been glaringly ignored throughout the campaign.Almost no-one has been talking about COVID, even though our infection rates are still, per capita, among the highest in the world. Today, Co-host of the ABC's Coronacast, Dr Norman Swan, on what's been happening with the virus, and …
We start today’s show 66 million years in the past, when the last dinosaurs were around, and learn about an impressive fossil. Then, we’ll hear about some important news about traditional owners getting there land back. After that, we’ll head out for a few marathons with a would-be world record holder, before celebrating our amazing frontline worke…
Donald Trump lost to Joe Biden a year and a half ago, but the former President's hold on his Republican Party seems to be stronger than ever. He has endorsed more than 150 candidates for the US midterm elections, which are also being seen as a referendum on Trump's enduring popularity. Today, political analyst and author Geoffrey Kabaservice on wha…
As we head to the polls in just over a week's time, older Australians are benefiting from a system of tax and super policies that make their lives easier, while younger people struggle with rising prices for everything from housing to petrol and food. So why does it seem baby boomers are getting such a good ride from both sides of politics? Today, …
Vladimir Putin's Victory Day speech failed to deliver what experts expected: A major shift in the course of the war in Ukraine. Instead, the Russian leader gave little away into what his next move will be, as Russian forces continue their protracted battle to take the east of the country. Today, former US state department official and Russia policy…
Did you know Australia's about to enter another mining boom? This time, it's not coal we're digging up, but critical metals needed to build things like wind turbines and electric cars. Today, ABC Four Corners reporter Angus Grigg on his investigation into the unusual conflict between miners who say they're helping to save the planet, and environmen…
Homeowners have been slugged with an interest rate rise for the first time in more than a decade, but for Australians who rent it's bad news too. The number of rental properties available is at the lowest level in almost 20 years, and rents are soaring. Today, ABC business reporter, Daniel Ziffer, on what's driving the nation's rental crisis. Featu…
On today’s show, we’ll meet a pint-sized bug-lover and some encouraging entomologists, and hear some good news from Victoria for our environment. Then, we’ll meet a Muslim woman making Australian history, before heading down south to the most remote post office in the world. Finally, we’ll explore a shipwreck lost for more than 100 years.Quiz Quest…
While in Australia we're now learning to live with COVID, that's not the case in China. For more than a month, dozens of cities including Shanghai have endured strict and at times bizarre lockdowns, as authorities battle to contain an outbreak of Omicron, and the capital, Beijing, could be next. Today, ABC East Asia correspondent Bill Birtles on wh…
The United States could be on the brink of a seismic change to how it deals with abortion. A leaked Supreme Court draft report shows a landmark court ruling known as Roe v Wade that made abortions legal almost half a century ago could be overturned within months. Today, US history expert Dr Prudence Flowers on why it could mean abortion is banned i…
If you're paying off a home loan in Australia right now, it's about to cost you more for the first time in over 10 years. It'll hurt those new to the market the most, who've been caught up in a housing boom and in many cases have borrowed up to six times their annual income. Today, ABC TV Insiders host, David Speers, on why there are more rises to …
