The Quicky

Is the Strait of Hormuz open or not? And what happens once this ceasefire deal ends later this week?
We're bringing in two foreign correspondents to unpack what played out in the Middle East this weekend and what renewed peace talks could bring between Iran and the US in the coming days.
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Iran and the US could meet for a new round of peace talks in the coming days
Ben Roberts-Smith has asked for his family's privacy to be respected as he intends to fight all allegations of war crimes
King Charles will mark his late mother's 100th birthday with a national address
Alec Baldwin is reportedly headed back to court over fatal film set shooting
Madonna joins Sabrina Carpenter on stage for Coachella weekend two
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Host: Taylah Strano
Guests:
Steve Clemons, Journalist & Editor-At-Large for The National Interest
Ali Hashem, Senior Al Jazeera correspondent
Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy
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Are you feeling a bit “meh”? Like every day is on repeat and you’re craving something to shake things up? In this episode of But Are You Happy, clinical psychologist Dr. Anastasia Hronis breaks down why we get stuck in ruts—and how to tell whether it’s just a temporary slump or something deeper like anxiety or depression. You'll also learn:
Practical strategies to help you break out of a rut
The symptoms of depression and how to seek support
Ways to rediscover what brings you real joy
How to tap into the three P’s: pleasure, progress, and purpose
If you or someone you know needs support, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636. Both services are available 24/7 for free, confidential mental health support.
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CREDITS:
Hosts: Ashani Dante & Dr Anastasia Hronis
Executive Producer: Naima Brown
Senior Producer: Tahli Blackman
Audio Producer: Jacob Round
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Australia's most-decorated living soldier Ben Roberts-Smith has been granted bail after being charged with war crimes

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has pushed back on fresh criticism from Donald Trump, after the US President again called out Australia over support in the Strait of Hormuz

Australia won’t increase its fuel-security measures, the PM says, despite a fire wiping out nearly half of petrol production at one of the country's only refineries

Prince Harry and Meghan have met survivors of the Bondi Beach terror attack as they wind up their Australian tour

Los Angeles Police say singer D4VD has been arrested on suspicion of murder, months after the decomposed body of a teenage girl was found in his Tesla

Tom Cruise is officially returning as Maverick for Top Gun 3

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Host: Ailish Delaney
Audio Producer: Scott Stronach
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How did we bury this lead - Australia didn’t even crack the top 10 in the latest global happiness rankings for 2026, landing at 15th. No surprises, the Nordic nations dominated yet again this year with Finland securing the top spot.
So what can they teach us about happiness? Well right now, a big business in Sweden is trialling a feel-good fix in the most unexpected place.
🗞️ HEADLINES
Donald Trump announced that Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire
The PM has confirmed the purchase of 100 million litres of diesel and thousands of tonnes of urea fertiliser
Ben Roberts‑Smith is expected to apply for bail today after spending more than a week in custody
Victoria Beckham has finally spoken out about the public fallout with her son, Brooklyn
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Hosts: Grace Rouvray & Tahli Blackman
Guest: Monika Magnusson, Apotek Hjärtat CEO
Audio Producer: Scott Stronach
Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy
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🗞️ HEADLINES
An oil refinery fire in Geelong, Victoria will impact Australia's fuel supply says Energy Minister Chris Bowen.
Australia has joined a push across the world for the ceasefire in the Middle East to be upheld.
The government has announce we're to spend the most amount on defence out of wartime.
70,000 nurses and midwives in NSW are to receive a landmark pay bump.
Madonna has announced her 15th studio album to released in July this year.
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Host: Gemma Bath
Audio Producer: Scott Stronach
Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy
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