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Former U.S. President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has spread to his bones; Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy that more Australian tanks are “on their way” to support Ukraine’s fight against Russia; In the latest updates from the Erin Patterson trial, the focus has shifted to telecommunications evidence; A fisherman was bitten by a dingo while fishing in knee-deep water at K'gari, formerly Fraser Island, on Friday morning.

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Host/Producer: Tahli Blackman

Audio Production: Thom Lion

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Why are we so obsessed with celebrity age gap relationships? Recently another couple has drawn headlines attention for their 49 year age gap, but why do we, as the onlookers, care so much?

Plus, Netflix has finally confirmed what's next for the ton... we've got all the details about Bridgerton season 4.

And in headlines today AFL team the West Coast Eagles pay tribute to Adam Selwood who has died just three months after his identical twin Troy; There are calls for utility companies to better protect domestic violence victim survivors; Israel has announced extensive new ground operations in northern and southern Gaza; A power failure may have caused a Mexican tall ship to crash into the Brooklyn Bridge in New York; A British man is set to break the record for running across the entire width of Australia today

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Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy

Guest: 

Elisabeth Shaw, CEO Relationships Australia 

Tina Burke, Mamamia's Entertainment Editor 

Audio Producer: Lu Hill 

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War veteran Ben Roberts-Smith has lost his appeal over a ruling that found he likely committed war crimes in Afghanistan; Singer Chris Brown has been arrested and charged in the UK, accused of hitting a man with a bottle at a London nightclub in 2023; The future of the Coalition’s nuclear policy is still undecided, as new Opposition Leader Sussan Ley begins talks with the Nationals; Australia’s 2025 Eurovision contestant, Go-Jo, has been eliminated in the semi-finals.

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As the first week of Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal trial comes to a close, key witness Cassie Ventura has taken the stand with disturbing testimony.

Plus, in an unexpected twist, Elizabeth Holmes' husband is pitching his own blood-testing startup while she serves time for the Theranos scandal... and yes, it sounds eerily familiar.

And in headlines today a juror in the deadly mushroom poisoning trial has been dismissed after speaking about the trial to family and friends; Justin Baldoni's lawyer claims Blake Lively's lawyers have threatened Taylor Swift's layers they'll release private texts if she doesn't write a public letter of support; Disgraced special forces soldier Ben Roberts Smith will find out if his appeal over his defamation finding on stories alleging he committed war crimes is successful today; Ukraine peace negotiations have stalled after Russia sent a second tier team to the talks in Turkey

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Guest: Mylee Hogan, 7News US Correspondent 

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Senator Larissa Waters has just been named the new leader of the Greens, taking over after Adam Bandt lost his Melbourne seat in the 2025 federal election; Singer Cassie Ventura gave emotional testimony in court on Thursday, revealing that she once considered taking her own life, traumatised by her relationship with Sean “Diddy” Combs; Jailed Australian writer Yang Hengjun has sent an emotional letter to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, thanking him for his support and making a fresh plea to return home; Former NSW Liberal MP Rory Amon is back in police custody after allegedly breaching his bail conditions.

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A Melbourne influencer has sparked heated debate after revealing she travelled to the US with a hefty price tag, to sure up the sex of her fourth child. 

 Plus, as Cannes Film Festival kicks off with controversial new fashion rules we look back at the most rebellious moments from fashion's strictest red carpet.

And in headlines today Sean Diddy Combs ex Cassie Ventura claims he took video of her at the infamous Freak Off parties and threatened to leak them if he was jealous or upset to ruin her career; The NZ MP who performed the Haka in protest on the floor of parliament has been suspended; Prince William has given a speech saying grief is the very worst pain any child or parent will ever endure; Jennifer Lopez has been injured while rehearsing for the American Music Awards

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Guest: Jayne Mullen, City Fertility Clinic Victorian Scientific Director. 

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A judge has ruled Erik and Lyle Menendez will have a new shot at freedom after 35 years behind bars; Olympic cyclist Rohan Dennis has received a suspended sentence over the death of his wife, fellow Olympian Melissa Hoskins; Liberal women are rallying behind the federal party's first female leader, branding questions about her ascension as sexist; Bindi Irwin is "on the road to recovery" after having her appendix and 14 endometriosis lesions removed during emergency surgery.

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The Bondi Junction inquest has revealed crucial new details about Joel Cauchi's mental health history, including his mother's desperate attempts to get him help years before the tragedy.

Plus, what makes a good relationship? Apparently there are four phases to nailing couples bliss.

And in headlines today Kim Kardashian says she thought of her sister walking in and finding her shot dead as she gives evidence at the trial of the men accused of robbing her in Paris in 2016; Greens bill hopes to end abortion deserts for women across NSW; Sean Combs' ex Cassie Ventura has described the abuse she allegedly faced at Diddy's hand; French actor Gerard Depardieu has been found guilty of sexually assaulting two women on a film set

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Guest: Ailish Delaney, Mamamia's News Writer 

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Sussan Ley has become the first woman appointed to lead the federal Liberals: A new tool will improve diagnosis of fetal alcohol syndrome; Grandmother faces court over boys deaths; Jurors have been shown the video of Sean Diddy Combs kicking former girlfriend Cassie Ventura

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Host: Nicole Madigan

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Nearly nine years after the Paris heist that changed her life forever, Kim Kardashian is set to face her alleged armed robbers in court.

Plus, Taylor Swift has been dragged into the messy legal battle between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni... but her team is pushing back against claims she was ever involved in their drama.

And in headlines today Hamas says they have released Eden Alexander, the last surviving US hostage held in Gaza; Anthony Albanese will be sworn in as Prime Minister for a second time today alongside his new look ministry; The Liberal leadership will be decided today, Sussan Ley and Angus Taylor vying for the role; Opening statements in the Sean Diddy Combs trial have begun with stories from Diddy's infamous freak off parties

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Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy

Guest: Tara Watson, Mamamia's Senior Entertainment Writer 

Audio Producer: Lu Hill 

Executive Producer: Taylah Strano

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