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  • Russian threat to Ukraine intensifies
    A Biden-Putin summit could be on the cards, but with a big caveat, the offer is only there if there is no invasion of Ukraine.
    Trains across New South Wales are halted after a breakdown in negotiations between the government and the state's transport union, who's to blame?
    And as bushfires become more difficult to contain, how do you stop arsonists from adding to the devastation?
    30 min
  • World watches Ukraine-Russia border
    The world watches for Vladimir Putin's next move as NATO allies report more Russian troops gathering near the Ukraine border.
    An agonising wait for those needing breast reconstruction surgery, with a blowout in surgery waiting lists after the COVID pause. 
    And get ready to feel the rhythm, despite the COVID risk, dancing is back across most of the country to the delight of movers and shakers.
    30 min
  • End of the surge sees COVID rules relaxed
    COVID restrictions to lift in Australia's two most populous states, can we now live comfortably with the virus circulating?
    A regional community left reeling on news Australia's largest coal-fired power plant will close within a few years.
    And as Donald Trump toys with a return to the US Presidency, a look at the damage he's done, and lessons for Australians contemplating their vote.
    30 min
  • Can Ukraine-Russia conflict be averted?
    Diplomacy on life support, but hope conflict can be averted in Ukraine, we'll find out which Russian troops are being withdrawn from the border, and why it's far from an end to the crisis.
    Lawyers predict Prince Andrew's settlement with his alleged victim Virginia Giuffre will inspire Australian victims to come forward.
    Calls to overhaul Western Australia's only juvenile detention centre, a former detainee shares his experience of punishment.
    30 min
  • Why health workers are striking
    Nurses in New South Wales defy the government and the industrial umpire, striking over pay and staffing.
    We speak to a Ukrainian woman in Australia, who has a dire warning about the stakes if Vladimir Putin isn't stopped from launching a new attack on her country.
    Russia's teen ice-skating star - wins a reprieve at the Winter Olympics, allowed to compete despite failing a drug test. But should there be zero tolerance against Russian athletes?
    30 min
  • Why diplomacy isn’t diffusing Ukraine-Russia tensions
    Ukraine stands with a massive Russian gun to its head. Vladimir Putin insists he doesn't plan to invade, but the west, says war could be days, even hours away. What could it look like?
    Casino operator Crown Resorts moves on from its corporate governance failures, agreeing to sell for a massive $8.9 billion.
    Victoria’s ‘code brown’, which restricted activities in hospitals, lifts, allowing some surgeries to resume, what about the huge back log?
    30 min
  • Veteran accused of killing Afghan teen prisoner
    More disturbing allegations against war veteran Ben Roberts-Smith heard in the defamation action he initiated.
    A grieving Aboriginal family accuses the NT Government of hiding the true number of COVID deaths.
    Cane toads have devastated wildlife across northern Australia but one Top End community says it's found a way to keep these toxic animals in check.
    30 min
  • Promised religion laws pulled from parliament
    How Scott Morrison's religious discrimination laws died in parliament, as the Prime Minister suffers a backbench revolt.
    Sex workers celebrate on the steps of Victoria's parliament, with their industry to be de-criminalised.
    And UK scientists recreate a star on Earth, bringing power from nuclear fusion a step closer, after eight decades of trying.
    30 min
  • Tame savages govt on family violence record
    The former Australian of the Year Grace Tame savages the government on social issues and alleges undue pressure over her commentary.
    The Commonwealth Bank chief says he's confident his mortgage holders can weather a rate rise, does that claim stand up to more granular scrutiny?
    Why Lithuania, way up in Northern Europe, has fallen foul of China, and how its foreign minister is finding support in Canberra.
    30 min
  • An apology for Parliament’s culture problems
    A momentous apology from Federal Parliament for the bullying, sexual harassment, and assault of women, but what progress has there been in cementing real change?
    At the same time, the Coalition is still struggling with its Religious Discrimination Bill, more advocates want it killed off.
    How do you vote if you contract COVID? In South Australia, where they have fixed terms, it’s five weeks from polling day and there is no plan.
    30 min

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