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Federal Parliament resumes with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese facing significant polling pressure and a sliding primary vote on his 63rd birthday.

Nine's Chief Political Reporter joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to discuss that, meanwhile, new Liberal leader Angus Taylor faces his first major tests, including defining his leadership and navigating Labor's attempts to wedge the Coalition over Pauline Hanson's controversial comments.

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Professor Shahram Akbarzadeh joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to unpack the recent US and Israeli bombings in Tehran following the death of Iran's Supreme Leader.

He warns that despite hopes for regime change, the lack of an organised opposition and the absence of foreign ground troops will likely lead to a drawn-out regional conflict rather than democracy.

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The Australia Institute's Greg Jericho joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to discuss how the escalating Middle East conflict will hit Australian wallets, starting with a rapid surge in fuel costs.

They warn about the likelihood of multinational companies using the crisis to artificially inflate grocery and retail prices, urging the public to stay vigilant.

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Join Jason Matthews each weekday from 9am-12pm on 4BC Mornings.  

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Join Jason Matthews each weekday from 9am-12pm on 4BC Mornings.  

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The ACCC is currently taking Coles to federal court over allegations of "illusory" discounts on hundreds of everyday products between 2022 and 2023.

Consumer finance expert at Zyft, Joel Gibson, joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to explain that the outcome of this massive case will clarify consumer laws, though shoppers might ultimately foot the bill for any fines.

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A new study from Flinders University reveals that believing in conspiracy theories isn't about a lack of intelligence, but rather a psychological coping mechanism for a chaotic world.

Neophytos Georgiou from Flinders University joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to explain how our brains use these unprovable ideas to make sense of overwhelming daily information.

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Since the introduction of recent aged care reforms, providers have been accused of exploiting uncapped fees to charge exorbitant rates for basic services.

Seniors are now facing impossible choices between essential care and daily living needs due to skyrocketing costs for cleaning, gardening, and nursing.

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A devastating night on Queensland roads has left two people dead and two others fighting for their lives after a series of car and motorbike crashes.

Authorities are also investigating an unfolding crane incident in Hemmant and the discovery of a body in a Burpengary East park.

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