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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. If you're interested in working with us, find more about our Content Manager position here. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  Your Shortcut to… Afghanistan https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/squiz-shortcuts-afghanistan/ Sponsored: Get $100 off your Naked Wines order www.nakedwines.com.au/squiz Promo code: SQUIZ Password: WINE Sport Today https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sport-today/id1554210927 Squiz Shortcuts  https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/ Squiz Kids https://www.squizkids.com.au/ More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it’s free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

"I'm not ready to make nice" DONATE: The Red Cross and Salvation Army are accepting donations to help those affected by the fires. Donations can also be made via the checkout at Woolworths Supermarkets to benefit the Salvo appeal. LISTEN NOW: Your Shortcut to... Climate Change, Drought Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/coming-soon-squiz-shortcuts/id1477008816 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ANvW9TAd2mg2rrHw7pQDv?si=4Qj0opOyQymv8xsVXa6J1w Love The Squiz? Why not become a Squizhead: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/squizheads/ Sign up to The Squiz Today email: www.thesquiz.com.au Contact us: hello@thesquiz.com.au The Squiz is a weekday Australian news podcast. It’s your shortcut to being informed about international and Australian news. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Trump and May's deadlines; The Press Council verdict on that Serena Williams cartoon; Scalping medical appointments in China; And the Oscars. More: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/archive/2019/february/squiz-today-tuesday-26-february/ Sign up: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/signup/ See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Saturday Squiz is your shortcut to being informed, weekend style. Looking for more? Check out our Saturday Squiz newsletter. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekend. LINKS Find out more about our Squiz Kids Live show Check out our Ask the Squiz podcast and Voice Resource centre here. Have a Voice-related question? Send it through. Watch the new David Beckham doco on Netflix Buy Claire's whitening toothpaste here Hosts: Claire Kimball & Kate Watson Producer: Annelise Taylor

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it’s free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au. Links: Read more on today's news stories, including Friday Lites here. Other things we do: Politics Today - a weekday newsletter getting you across the latest in politics, both here and abroad Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the game. Or sign up to the newsletter here. Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties!

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  While you were away... catch up on the 10 biggest news stories: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/extras/2021/january/while-you-were-away/ More details, and links to further reading for all of today's news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it's free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au . Your Shortcut to... Wikileaks: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/squiz-shortcuts-julian-assange/ See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The retirement of Greg Inglis and the latest on Israel Folau; A fire at the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris; Karen Nettelton's plea to bring her grandchildren home from Syria; and beards. Sign up for Squiz The Election: https://bit.ly/2OQliPO See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Monday, 7 April: Trump's tariffs cause market mayhem; The campaign continues; Time to check your passwords; And British slang has its moment... SPONSORED: For useful tips about how to save on your power bill, visit Origin Energy's podcast - So Watt? - here. The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it. Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news hosted by Claire Kimball and Kate Watson - including the interview series, Newsmakers. Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style. Sign up for The Squiz Shortcuts newsletter here - a weekly explainer on big news topics Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.

A wrap up of Melbourne Cup; Mark Latham set to re-enter politics; Voting opens for the US midterms; And the Thai cave boys' movie deal. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The people of Pakistan head to the polls; Fires in Greece and a dam collapse in Laos; China can’t get enough of Aussie wine; And a study proves the emotional intelligence of dogs. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Link: Check out the live stream of NASA's DART - aka Double Asteroid Redirection Test - mission which will see a spacecraft intentionally crash into an asteroid. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics. Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties! PS. Are you a teacher? For less than $40 in Term 4 you can get access to our suite of media literacy products aligned with the daily podcast... To find out more head to the Squiz Kids website.

We start with a royal wedding; Earthquakes in Indonesia and Papua New Guinea; The Aussie market recovering from a hit; and Friday Lites. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cricket Australia set to get a new chairman; Donald Trump's controversial campaign ad; We run through some notable percentages; And Friday Lites. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS: Silly pet names help adoption rates Vogue's How to energetically clear your space with sage Your Shortcut to... Afghanistan Sponsored: Find out more about Bupa's digital membership card Sport Today https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sport-today/id1554210927 Squiz Shortcuts  https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/ Squiz Kids https://www.squizkids.com.au/ More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it’s free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. Squiz Shortcuts - The US Elections: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/squiz-shortcuts-series-the-us-election-2020/ Escape to a British Island - https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/12/travel/britain-island-wardens.html CommBank Bushfire Recovery Grant (sponsored): http://commbank.com.au/bushfirerecovery More details, and links to further reading for all of today's news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it's free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au  See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! #Sponsored For more information about KX Pilates, head to KXPilates.com.au

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Link: Click here to find out how you can donate your pre-loved fashions to the Uber and Red Cross Clothing Drive Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics, including a recent episode unpacking the G20. Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Welcome to The Year Ahead - our hit the ground running new year podcast series where we chat to our friends in news about what they’ve got their eye on this year, and in true Squiz form, we get their reading, watching and listening recommendations. Today we talk with one-half of the Equity Mates team, Alec Renahan... RECOMMENDATIONS: Lights Out: Pride, Delusion and the Fall of General Electric by Thomas Grata and Ted Mann. Equity Mates The Dive podcast Equity Mates Investing podcast

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. LINKS: Explore Friday Lites here. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics - including the latest episode about the new British PM Liz Truss Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties!

Donald Trumps' 'five days of fury'; Three men convicted of terror charges; Opt in or opt out - we talk the My Health Record database; And Squiz'splains - Jobs is out today. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Part 2 of How Far We’ve Come, a 6-part dive into the history of women's financial freedom and independence in Australia. In this episode, we're diving into WWII and the first big wave of Aussie women entering the paid workforce. It was a game-changer (yay), but it also entrenched the gender pay gap (boo) - so it's a topic that's still very relevant today. A special thanks to our podcast partner on this series, NGS Super. Find out more about them here.

Tuesday, 24 September: The Supermarkets are under fire again; A deadly day in Lebanon; Harris picks up in the polls; And a big night for a Blues star... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). You can submit your answer for the Squiz Quiz here. See the Brownlow Medal red carpet gallery here. Sponsored: By working together, Airbnb can make communities stronger. Learn more at airbnb.com/strongertogether Sponsored: For more info on making the move with BHP, visit bhp.com/careers Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it. Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news hosted by Claire Kimball and Kate Watson - including the interview series, Newsmakers. Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style. Sign up for The Squiz Shortcuts newsletter here - a weekly explainer on big news topics Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.

The Squiz is a free weekday email and podcast, we're your shortcut to being informed. Squiz The Election here: https://bit.ly/2OQliPO Sign up to The Squiz Today email: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/ See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.    LINKS   Squiz Shortcuts    https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/ Squiz Kids   https://www.squizkids.com.au/   More details and links to further reading for all of today's news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it's free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Squiz is a free weekday email and podcast. We're your shortcut to being informed. The Wine Collective x The Squiz mixed six pack (sponsored): https://www.thewinecollective.com.au/collections/the-squiz Squiz The Election email using this link:https://www.thesquiz.com.au/squiz-the-election/ Sign up to The Squiz Today email: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/ See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Friday, 28 June: The first presidential debate kicks off; Bruce Lehrmann gets a big bill; Rethinking our multivitamins; And saving Marilyn Monroe's home... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). SPONSORED: To learn more about Woolworths Group click here. Friday Lites: If the recent cold snap has you looking for ways to warm yourself up, this Drunken Dumplings recipe might hit the spot. Think laksa and dumplings all in one… To wash it down, we’re digging this unique take on chai tea. It’s naturally sweet, making it perfect for after dinner. Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it. Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news hosted by Claire Kimball and Kate Watson. Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style. Sign up for The Squiz Shortcuts newsletter here - a weekly explainer on big news topics Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.

Thursday, 18 July: Cracking down on a major union; Trump's campaign gets a boost; A good night for NSW; And a dirty dip in Paris... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it. Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news hosted by Claire Kimball and Kate Watson - including the brand new interview series, Newsmakers. Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style. Sign up for The Squiz Shortcuts newsletter here - a weekly explainer on big news topics Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “I'm losing my favourite game” Squiz Shortcut - Australia's economy and a recession https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/squiz-shortcuts-recession/ . Squiz Shortcuts, 10 minute podcast episodes that give background and context to big news events that could do with a bit of extra explaining. Check out all the topics covered here: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts . Sign up to The Squiz - www.thesquiz.com.au . See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “If you start me up I’ll never stop” Bupa (sponsored): https://www.bupa.com.au/ Squiz Shortcuts: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/ More details, and links to further reading for all of today's news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it's free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au  See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

"I'll stand by you" LISTEN NOW... Your shortcut to West Papua Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/coming-soon-squiz-shortcuts/id1477008816 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ANvW9TAd2mg2rrHw7pQDv?si=4Qj0opOyQymv8xsVXa6J1w Australian Mushrooms (sponsored) - recipes, tip, tricks and more Love The Squiz? Why not become a Squizhead: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/squizheads/ Sign up to The Squiz Today email: www.thesquiz.com.au Contact us: hello@thesquiz.com.au The Squiz is a weekday Australian news podcast. It’s your shortcut to being informed about international and Australian news. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

“How sweet it is“ Squiz Shortcuts is our new short-form podcast that gives you the context and background to some of the big news stories, events, and personalities of the day. Topics include Brexit, Hong Kong, and tennis player Ash Barty. Subscribe: Apple...https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/coming-soon-squiz-shortcuts/id1477008816 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ANvW9TAd2mg2rrHw7pQDv?si=4Qj0opOyQymv8xsVXa6J1w Or search for 'Squiz Shortcuts' wherever you get your podcasts. UrbanYou connect you to pre-screened, high-quality and independent cleaners. Enter ‘squiz30’ on checkout for $30 off your first clean: https://urbanyou.com.au/home-cleaning-promotion?coupon_code=squiz30&utm_medium=partnerpodcast&utm_source=thesquiz&utm_campaign=squiz30 In a matter of minutes, the Squiz Today podcast will get you across the news headlines. Published each weekday at 6.00am, this short daily news podcast is designed to fit into your morning routine – perfect for the commute, the gym or over a morning coffee. Love The Squiz? Why not become a Squizhead: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/squizheads/ Sign up to The Squiz Today email: www.thesquiz.com.au Contact us: hello@thesquiz.com.au See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tuesday, 5 November: The race for the US Congress; Giving up lounge access; It's Melbourne Cup day; And a stink in Kalgoorlie... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Sponsored: To learn more about how OFX can help your business visit ofx.com/business. Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it. Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news hosted by Claire Kimball and Kate Watson - including the interview series, Newsmakers. Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style. Sign up for The Squiz Shortcuts newsletter here - a weekly explainer on big news topics Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.

Friday 21 March: The US takes aim at our PBS; Protests kick off in Turkey; The new kid on the track; And our hottest hot cross buns. The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). SPONSORED: To plan your next trip to Canberra, head to visitcanberra.com.au Here's our shortcut to the PBS Here's our shortcut to President Trump's tariffs Here's the Donna Hay Hot Cross Bun recipe And here's a link to the trailer for Adolescence Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it. Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news hosted by Claire Kimball and Kate Watson - including the interview series, Newsmakers. Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style. Sign up for The Squiz Shortcuts newsletter here - a weekly explainer on big news topics Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  Squiz Shortcuts: www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/ More details, and links to further reading for all of today's news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it's free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au . See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Subscribe to Squiz Kids: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/squiz-kids/id1494238283 Spotifiy: https://open.spotify.com/show/05eBu9p8N5xxj5lB9Mz4DN Or wherever you listen to podcasts. Got a birthday coming up or a special school event for which you want a shout out? Maybe there’s a news story you want Squiz Kids to cover? Get in touch at https://www.squizkids.com.au/contact/. Squiz Kids kids supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Monday, 28 October: Queensland votes for a change; Israel hits back at Iran; A Norse mystery is solved; And a bat beauty contest...  The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it. Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news hosted by Claire Kimball and Kate Watson - including the interview series, Newsmakers. Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style. Sign up for The Squiz Shortcuts newsletter here - a weekly explainer on big news topics Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.

Facebook releases financial results; Napoleon Perdis goes into voluntary administration; Some good news on sharks; And Friday Lites See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In our first Saturday Squiz for 2023, Kate and Claire chat about the launch of Prince Harry's new book, a Queensland survival story and all things Aussie Open. Plus, the book to read this summer and the toothpaste gadget we never knew we needed. LINKS: Netflix's Break Point and Paramount's 1883 Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus A nifty toothpaste squeezer Interested in working at the Squiz? Drop us a note at hello@thesquiz.com.au Credits: Hosts: Kate Watson and Claire Kimball Producer: Annelise Taylor

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  “Don't call me kid” Woolworths (sponsored): OZHarvest appeal woolworths.com.au/community  eBay Plus (sponsored): Free Express delivery in metro areas only. Excl WA, TAS and NT. $49 annual fee applies. T&Cs apply. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  Can4Cancer (sponsored): https://can4cancer.tourdecure.com.au/ Squiz Shortcuts  https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/squiz-shortcuts/id1477008816   Squiz Kids https://www.squizkids.com.au/   More details and links to further reading for all of today's news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it's free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it’s free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au. LINKS: Friday Lites for recipe recommendations and other things we're reading/watching/loving etc. Other things we do: Politics Today - a weekday newsletter getting you across the latest in politics, both here and abroad. Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the game. Or sign up to the newsletter here. Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties!

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it’s free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au. Other things we do: Politics Today - a weekday newsletter getting you across the latest in politics, both here and abroad. Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the game. Or sign up to the newsletter here. Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties!

190 lives lost after a Lion Air flight crashes into the Java Sea; Cricket Australia's cultural review; Brazil's new president-elect; Constitutional crisi in Sri Lanka; And can you play tennis on a sloped court? See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

"Man, I feel like a woman" In a matter of minutes, the Squiz Today podcast will get you across the news headlines. Published each weekday at 6.00am, this short daily news podcast is designed to fit into your morning routine – perfect for the commute, the gym or over a morning coffee. Three Minute Squiz with Sonia Henry: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/extras/2019/september/three-minute-squiz-with-sonia-henry/ Love The Squiz? Why not become a Squizhead: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/squizheads/ Sign up to The Squiz Today email: www.thesquiz.com.au Contact us: hello@thesquiz.com.au See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tuesday, 26 November: A legal battle in Parliament House; Banding together in a tragedy; Mary Fowler calls for some time out; And testing students in the age of AI... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Sponsored: To find out more about Aware Super, visit aware.com.au. Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it. Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news hosted by Claire Kimball and Kate Watson - including the interview series, Newsmakers. Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style. Sign up for The Squiz Shortcuts newsletter here - a weekly explainer on big news topics Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. You can watch the video about Stoffel the escapee honey badger here, and find out about Global Belly Laugh Day here. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Malcolm Turnbull to apologise to victims of institutionalised child abuse; How the world's media has reacted to the Trump/Kim Jong-un meeting and agreement; The Solomon Islands to get a high speed cable network - why this has as much to do with our relationship with China as it does fast internet; And Volkswagen fined $1.55 billion Aussie dollars. Have a great Thursday! See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hey Squizers - this is our new podcast, Sport Today. Like Squiz Today, it's a weekday rundown of what's happening in sports news. It drops at 4pm each weekday and its for sports fans as well as those who don't want to be left out of the conversation. Like it? Subscribe at Apple or Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts by searching fo Sport Today. Tiger Woods outfit tributes. GEMBA Research. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “I know, I know, I know, I know” Squiz Kids, our news podcast for 8-12 year olds. Age-appropriate news, delivered with positivity and humour. Check it out: https://www.squizkids.com.au/ . Commbank (sponsored): https://www.commbank.com.au/latest/coronavirus.html . Sign up to The Squiz - www.thesquiz.com.au . See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  “It's like you're my mirror” More details, and links to further reading for all of today's news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it's free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au . . Brownlow Gallery: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-10-18/afl-brownlow-medal-red-carpet/12780474 . . Prince Christian of Denmark: https://kongehuset.dk/en/news/new-photos-20 . . Commbank (sponsored): CommBank.com.au/connects and commbank.com.au/business See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

"Take the pressure down." Tell me more about Squiz Kids: www.squizkids.com.au Subscribe now: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/squiz-kids/id1494238283 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/05eBu9p8N5xxj5lB9Mz4DN Squiz Shortcuts- Harry and Meghan: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/your-shortcut-to-harry-and-meghans-new-arrangement/id1477008816?i=1000463307231 Telstra Business Services (sponsored): https://www.telstra.com.au/small-business/business-services The Squiz is a weekday Australian news podcast. We're your shortcut to being informed about international and Australian news. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. You can listen to the Alice Springs Pt. 2 Squiz Shortcut here. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it’s free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au. Other things we do: Politics Today - a weekday newsletter getting you across the latest in politics, both here and abroad. Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the game. Or sign up to the newsletter here. Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties!

Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends. Tuesday, 19 March: The detainee debacle continues; Putin claims victory in Russia; Getting over an Olympic hurdle; And vegemite to the rescue... The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. We mean it – there's a $1000 Flight Centre voucher up for grabs via the newsletter. Sponsored: Hubbl, it's TV and Streaming made easy. Check it out here. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

The government gives nearly half a billion dollars to the Great Barrier Reef Foundation but Labor questions the process; Home Affairs Minister Peter Dutton revokes the citizenship of five aussie terrorists; We extend your Malaysian politics knowledge; And Aussie Ruby Rose cast as Batwoman. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Thursday, 9 May: An assassination plot is foiled; The Hunter Valley bus crash accused pleads guilty; Sydney's wet week; And Sweden's Electric shock... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today's stories, plus a dose of quirky news). #Sponsored: If you want to learn more about how BHP is building a better future is a responsibility visit bhp.com/critical Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news hosted by Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, including the latest episode which features an interview with with James Chessell - who until very recently was the managing director of publishing at Nine, overseeing the SMH, The Age and Financial Review. They had a great chat about how to unpick the Federal Budget - because it can be complex, especially if you're not a numbers person... Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style. Sign up for The Squiz Shortcuts newsletter here - a weekly explainer on big news topics. Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends. Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! In the latest episode, Bryce sits down with Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers - who takes the Squiz Kids Q+A hot seat to answer questions from the kids of Australia. Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it.

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “So I’m following the map that leads to you" Squiz Shortcuts - www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts  Friday Lites Phone interviews - https://www.thecut.com/article/how-to-make-a-good-impression-in-phone-interviews.html New York Cheesecake - https://www.goodfood.com.au/recipes/new-york-cheesecake-recipe-20130725-2qlh0 More details, and links to further reading for all of today's news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it's free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au  Commbank (sponsored) - https://www.commbank.com.au/guidance/newsroom/commbank-staff-foundation-community-grants-202006.html See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Australia’s National Disability Insurance Scheme, the NDIS, has been operating in some parts of the country for more than a decade now… But what has been a fundamental shift in how we support and care for Aussies living with a disability has not been without its problems, and last week a major review of the NDIS was released. In this episode, we look back at why the NDIS was first created, and what the new review recommends. Squiz recommends: Read: the reporting of Nas Campanella, the ABC's disability affairs reporter. Other things we do: Squiz Today - a daily podcast and newsletter that gives a fact-filled run-down of what’s making news. Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Thursday, 16 May: Dutton gets his say on the Budget; Putin takes a trip; A rainy reason to celebrate; And a window across the world... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today's stories, plus a dose of quirky news). #Sponsored: Try Sunbeam fruit snacks for yourself at Coles or Woolies. Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it. Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news hosted by Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, including a recent episode featuring an interview with James Chessell - who until very recently was the managing director of publishing at Nine, overseeing the SMH, The Age and Financial Review. They had a great chat about how to unpick the Federal Budget - because it can be complex, especially if you're not a numbers person... Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style. Sign up for The Squiz Shortcuts newsletter here - a weekly explainer on big news topics. Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Oh, oh, oh I'm on fire” . More details, and links to further reading for all of today's news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it's free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au . . Commbank (sponsored): https://www.commbank.com.au/guidance/newsroom/commbank-staff-foundation-community-grants-202006.html . . Marley Spoon (sponsored): New customers can get $25 off each of your first four boxes using the code THESQUIZ at https://marleyspoon.com.au/?v=THESQUIZ See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

"I'm coming at you like a dark horse" In a matter of minutes, the Squiz Today podcast will get you across the news headlines. Published each weekday at 6.00am, this short daily news podcast is designed to fit into your morning routine – perfect for the commute, the gym or over a morning coffee. Three Minute Squiz: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/extras/ More about Squizheads: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/squizheads/ Sign up to The Squiz Today email: www.thesquiz.com.au Contacts us: hello@thesquiz.com.au See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Here's our Shortcut on Israel's latest strikes on Palestinian militants. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Donald Trump's address to the UN (including some lols); Bill Cosby is off to jail; The founders of Instagram leave the company; And Billy Slater will play. Have a great Wednesday. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Walking round the room singing stormy weather” Squiz Shortcuts - Yemen: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/squiz-shortcut-yemen/ Dancing Llama - https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2020/aug/05/mi-pan-su-su-su-how-a-dancing-llama-and-a-nonsensical-song-captivated-tiktok More details, and links to further reading for all of today's news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it's free!) - https://www.thesquiz.com.au/ Bupa (sponsored) - https://www.bupa.com.au/ See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Friday, 6 September: Shorten signs off; Russian interference is on the US's radar; A big telco deal for the regions; And a spanakopita for spring... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Sponsored: Check out the Westfield Local Heroes and vote here. Find the recipe for spanakopita here. Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it. Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news hosted by Claire Kimball and Kate Watson - including the brand new interview series, Newsmakers. Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style. Sign up for The Squiz Shortcuts newsletter here - a weekly explainer on big news topics Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.    Squiz Shortcuts Your Shortcut to the life and death of Prince Philip Your Shortcut to Alibaba and the disappearance of Jack Ma Check out the BAFTAs red carpet gallery here  Have a listen to our new podcast, Sport Today on Spotify, Apple, Website   More details and links to further reading for all of today's news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it's free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au.   (Sponsored) Get $100 off your first 4 boxes with $40 off your first delivery with the code THESQUIZ at marleyspoon.com.au See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it’s free) - www.thesquiz.com.au. Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the game Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties! See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Saturday Squiz is your shortcut to being informed, weekend style. Looking for more? Check out our Saturday Squiz newsletter. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekend. LINKS Check out ABC 7:30's interview with Comm Games vice-president Kereyn Smith Watch Stanley Tucci's Searching for Italy on SBS on Demand. We'd love it if you had 5 mins for the DPA survey HOSTS: Claire Kimball and Kate Watson PRODUCER: Annelise Taylor

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Where are my keys, I lost my phone" Squiz Shortcuts - www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts  More details, and links to further reading for all of today's news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it's free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au  Commbank (sponsored) - https://www.commbank.com.au/guidance/newsroom/commbank-staff-foundation-community-grants-202006.html See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

"Well I've got thick skin and an elastic heart" Edstart (sponsored): https://edstart.com.au/. Use the code squiz2020 to receive a $200 cashback once your first school invoice of $5,000 or more is paid. Bushfires donation link: https://www.abc.net.au/triplej/programs/hack/bushfire-crisis-how-can-i-donate-and-help/11839842 Your shortcut to the US - Iran relationship: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/squizshortcuts/id1477008816?i=1000451204010 The Squiz is a weekday Australian news podcast. We're your shortcut to being informed about international and Australian news. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Wednesday, 1 May: Bonza fails to take off; National Cabinet meets over DV; A new PM for the Solomon Islands; And a million dollar fish... The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. Support The Squiz and get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today's stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style. Sign up for The Squiz Shortcuts newsletter here - a weekly explainer on big news topics. Check out News Club - a place for conversations about the news hosted by Claire Kimball and Kate Watson. #Sponsored: To find out more about about Aware Super visit aware.com.au #Sponsored: If you want to learn more about how BHP are building a better future is a responsibility visit bhp.com/critical Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it.

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Pineapple and burnt caramel tarte tatin Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Saturday Squiz is your shortcut to being informed, weekend style. More details and links to further reading for today's episode can be found in The Saturday Squiz email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekend. LINKS Got 2 mins? Here's a very quick survey from us This Guardian article on parliamentary privilege This excellent New York Times piece about 3 women’s experiences living in today’s Iran Ottolenghi's one-pot chickpea, carrot and marinated feta recipe WatchVariety's Actors on Actors here Read The Measure by Nikki Erlick Check out our Squiz Recommends page Claire has contributed some commentary to the Uni of Canberra’s 2023 Digital News Report HOSTS: Claire Kimball and Kate Watson PRODUCER: Annelise Taylor

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. Marley Spoon (sponsored): Get $110 off your First 5 boxes AND Free Shipping off the 1st box with the code SQUIZ110 at Marley Spoon. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it’s free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au. Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the game Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties! See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this 10 minute episode, Squiz Kids host Bryce Corbett, and kids from around Australia, ask well-known GP Dr Ginni Mansberg some frequently asked questions about the Coronavirus outbreak. It's great for kids, but we certainly learned a lot as well. We hope you enjoy it, and if you do, check out our Squiz Kids podcast - a weekday news update for 8-12yos - and some adults we know... Squiz Kids - a 7 minute weekday news podcast for kids aged 8-12 years old. It's age-appropriate news, delivered with positivity and humour. Because it's a kids world too... See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  Squiz Shortcuts  https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/squiz-shortcuts/id1477008816 Squiz Quiz: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/quiz/ Sport Today https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sport-today/id1554210927 Squiz Kids https://www.squizkids.com.au/   More details and links to further reading for all of today's news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it's free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Find the 'elegant' lemon cake recipe here. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Tuesday, 21 May: A deadly chopper crash in Iran; A legal lifeline for Assange; Taiwan gets a new President; And stopping the internet slop... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). #Sponsored: If you want to learn more about how BHP is building a better future, visit bhp.com/critical Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it. Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news hosted by Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, including a recent episode featuring an interview with James Chessell - who until very recently was the managing director of publishing at Nine, overseeing the SMH, The Age and Financial Review. They had a great chat about how to unpick the Federal Budget - because it can be complex, especially if you're not a numbers person... Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style. Sign up for The Squiz Shortcuts newsletter here - a weekly explainer on big news topics. Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. Squiz Shortcuts - The US Elections: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/squiz-shortcuts-series-the-us-election-2020/ VOTE: Australian Podcast Awards - https://australianpodcastawards.com/vote More details, and links to further reading for all of today's news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it's free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au  See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. #Sponsored: Interested in AGL’s Climate Transition Action Plan? Click here, and further information on Join the Change here. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. . “I can never, never, never go home again” . More details, and links to further reading for all of today's news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it's free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au . . Squiz Shortcuts, 10 minute podcast episodes that give background and context to big news events that could do with a bit of extra explaining - https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts . . Squiz Kids, our news podcast for 8-12 year olds. Age-appropriate news, delivered with positivity and humour. Check it out: https://www.squizkids.com.au/ . . Bupa (sponsored) https://www.bupa.com.au/ . . Origin Energy (sponsored): https://www.originenergy.com.au/ . See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Squiz is a free weekday email and podcast. We're you shortcut to being informed. The Wine Collective x The Squiz mixed six pack (sponsored): https://www.thewinecollective.com.au/collections/the-squiz Squiz The Election email using this link:https://www.thesquiz.com.au/squiz-the-election/ Sign up to The Squiz Today email: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/ See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In a matter of minutes, the Squiz Today podcast will get you across the news headlines. Published each weekday at 6.00am, this short daily news podcast is designed to fit into your morning routine – perfect for the commute, the gym or over a morning coffee. Three Minute Squiz with Lily Serna: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/extras/2019/july/three-minute-squiz-with-lily-serna/ More about Squizheads: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/squizheads/ Sign up to The Squiz Today email: www.thesquiz.com.au Contacts us: hello@thesquiz.com.au See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tuesday, 18 February: More Russia-Ukraine talks; A rate decision's incoming; A bailout for Star; And the big BAFTA winners... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). You can find our Shortcut to the conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo here. Or you can check out David Tennant singing at the BAFTAs here. Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it. Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news hosted by Claire Kimball and Kate Watson - including the interview series, Newsmakers. Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style. Sign up for The Squiz Shortcuts newsletter here - a weekly explainer on big news topics Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.

Thursday 19 December: A gloomy economic outlook; Searching for survivors in Vanuatu; Alan Jones defends himself; And Tom Cruise gets a military honour... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it. Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news hosted by Claire Kimball and Kate Watson - including the interview series, Newsmakers. Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style. Sign up for The Squiz Shortcuts newsletter here - a weekly explainer on big news topics Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.

Monday, 6 May: Teen terror is back in the spotlight; The search for answers in Mexico; An astronomical spectacle; And a very Aussie quest... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today's stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Here's a handy guide on how to check out the Eta Aquariids meteor shower. #Sponsored: To find out more about Aware Super visit aware.com.au #Sponsored: If you want to learn more about how BHP are building a better future is a responsibility visit bhp.com/critical Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news hosted by Claire Kimball and Kate Watson. Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style. Sign up for The Squiz Shortcuts newsletter here - a weekly explainer on big news topics. Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends. Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it.

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Flash, ah-ah” More details, and links to further reading for all of today's news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it's free!) - https://www.thesquiz.com.au/ Bupa (sponsored) - https://www.bupa.com.au/ See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Kate and Claire wrap up 2023 with a look back at the stories that gave us a chuckle. See the phallic ice photo (taken by Ken Pretty from the town of Dildo) here.

Donald Trump's statement on Saudi Arabia; Renae Lawrence released from jail; Our Prime Minister meets with Muslim Leaders; And which brands we trust? See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Thursday 9 January: A happy end to a long search; A wildfire burns in Los Angeles; A mixed bag of inflation stats; And our Cockney origins... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). For our shortcut to underlying inflation, click here You can check out Squiz the break and catch up on the news you might have missed over the past couple of weeks here. Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it. Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news hosted by Claire Kimball and Kate Watson - including the interview series, Newsmakers. Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style. Sign up for The Squiz Shortcuts newsletter here - a weekly explainer on big news topics Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.

Thursday, 23 May: Bird flu hits Victoria; Albanese's going full term; A crackdown on cowboy compounds; And it's time to cut the cheese... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). #Sponsored: If you want to learn more about how BHP is building a better future, visit bhp.com/critical Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it. Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news hosted by Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, including this recent episode all about the diabetes/weight loss drug Ozempic. Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style. Sign up for The Squiz Shortcuts newsletter here - a weekly explainer on big news topics, including the latest episode on the 3G shutdown. Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.

For our last Squiz Shortcut of 2023, we thought we’d collect the stories that were huge for a moment and then faded away without being properly rounded out. So this week, we’re looking back to answer those “what happened to…” questions from 2023. Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! #Sponsored For more information about KX Pilates, head to KXPilates.com.au.

Welcome to The Year Ahead - our hit the ground running new year podcast series where we chat to our friends in news about what they’ve got their eye on this year, and in true Squiz form, we get their reading, watching and listening recommendations. Today we talk with Gillan Bradford, an accomplished journalist, manager and all round Canberra Press Gallery legend. RECOMMENDATIONS: SMH's podcast Liar Liar: Melissa Caddick and the Missing Millions Don't Leave Me on SBS on Demand Bread and tomato dinner salad with Pecorino Toscano and white anchovies

Labor's new policy to address equal pay; Donald Trump's Supreme Court Justice woes; The sailor stranded 3,200km off Western Australia's coast; And footy finals. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.