Hack

IUDs are one of the safest and most effective contraceptives out there, but the process of having one inserted can be excruciatingly painful. Here's why — and why there's not more access to pain relief.

Join Hack's Ange McCormack with actor Remy Hii and political lobbyist Alisha Aitken-Radburn.

The alleged murder of an Indigenous schoolboy in Perth has sparked anger around the country. Plus, the Socceroos are protesting Qatar's human rights record and the trial of Bruce Lehrmann has been torpedoed.

We've combed through the Budget papers to find out what it means for young people, including those in rural and regional Australia.

The law is silencing women who want to speak about their experiences of sexual harassment and assault. Plus, the remarkable story of a trans woman's journey from homelessness, and the UK has a new PM.

Have you ever skipped asking the landlord for permission and fixed up your rental yourself? Plus, the crisis of missing Indigenous women, and climate protesters attacking art.

Join Hack's Dave Marchese with News Corp court reporter Eliza Barr and writer, commentator and former WA Liberals leader Zak Kirkup.

In East Africa, one of the worst droughts in memory has left millions without food. We hear from people on the ground in Somalia and their friends and family in Australia, as well as experts and politicians.

Experts say mechanical and physical restraints are being over-used in our mental health care system. Plus, Canberra pill testing has discovered a new ketamine-like drug, and we explore the truth behind "core memories".

The trial of the man accused of raping Brittany Higgins is wrapping up. Plus, Musicians Australia wants a $250 minimum fee for gigs, and we look at who's most at risk of losing their job if the economy falters.