The Quicky

Israeli forces in the Gaza Strip opened fire as people headed toward an aid distribution site a kilometre away, killing at least three people and wounding dozens; Millions of low-paid workers are set to receive a 3.5 per cent pay rise; Women experiencing financial abuse feel abandoned and let down through the child support program, as Labor is urged to change laws to make it easier to enforce rules on perpetrators; A former personal assistant who accuses Sean "Diddy" Combs of rape has testified. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Nicole Madigan Audio Production: Lu HillBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the epidemic of family estrangement. Through real stories of Australians who've made this difficult decision, we examine why more people are choosing to step away from toxic family relationships... and why sometimes loving someone from a distance might be the kindest choice you can make. And in headlines today Portuguese police have launched another search for missing girl Madeleine McCann in the same area where she disappeared in 2007; Erin Patterson will return to the stand today after giving emotional evidence at her murder trial, accused of poisoning her in-laws with death cap mushrooms; Tourists have been sent running after Mt Etna in Sicily suddenly erupted; Aussies with type O blood are being urged to donate with supply of the life saving blood dropping; The Matildas have beaten Argentina 4-1 in Canberra with their new coach watching on. THE END BITSSupport independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton visit www.fentonandfenton.com.au GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Claire Murphy & Taylah Strano Guest: Annaliese Todd, Mamamia Lifestyle writerAudio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ukraine says it destroyed over 40 Russian military planes in a major drone strike deep inside Russian territory; A woman accused of fatally stabbing her three-year-old daughter has died after being found unresponsive in prison; President Donald Trump says he would consider pardoning Sean "Diddy" Combs if he is convicted at his ongoing federal sex trafficking trial; Gigi and Bella Hadid have shared that they have a long-lost half-sister.  The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Tahli Blackman Audio Production: Lu HillBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If being told to 'look on the bright side' just isn't cutting the mustard anymore, then this new scientifically backed approach to life's challenges might be a goer. Lemonading, no not a reference to the Beyonce album, might just be worth adding to our arsenal of resilience.  And in headlines today A day after announcing she'd successfully bought back the masters of her first 6 albums, Taylor Swift has been seen out celebrating with bestie Selena Gomez; Australia could take the US to the world Trade Organisation after Trump announced an increase on steel tariffs from 25 to 50%; The families of Holly Bowles And Bianca Jones who died in Laos after consuming methanol laced drinks angry former backpackers manager is opening a new resort; Australian home values have set a record as falling interest rates send buyers back to the property market; Mark Hamill says his time as Luke Skywalker has come to an end and it's time to focus on the franchise's future characters . THE END BITSSupport independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton visit www.fentonandfenton.com.au GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Claire Murphy & Taylah StranoAudio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A young man has died in police custody from the same community as Kumanjayi Walker, who was shot dead by police in 2019; Australians are being urged to get their COVID-19 booster as a new coronavirus strain, NB.1.8.1, spreads across the country; One Nation has secured the final Senate seat in New South Wales, giving the party four senators in the next federal parliament; Prison video proves Jeffrey Epstein was alone in his cell before his death, confirming he died by suicide. Plus, how much would you pay for Sydney Sweeney's bath water soap?  The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Tahli Blackman Audio Production: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the Olympics on steroids, yes, literally. As one olympic medalist gears up for the Enhanced Games, we find out just what exactly is not only allowed, but encouraged at this alternative sporting event.  Plus, as back-cracking videos take over TikTok, we investigate what all that satisfying popping actually means for your bone health. And in headlines today Hollywood actors, singers and sporting champions have come together to tell Aussie men that Domestic Violence is a conversation for all of us; A woman who was employed by Sean Diddy Combs claims she was sexually assaulted by her boss more than once; The Spice Girls have wished Scary spice Mel B a happy 50th; A source says Victoria Beckham stole her daughter in laws first dance at her 2022 wedding, choosing to dance with her son instead. THE END BITSSupport independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton visit www.fentonandfenton.com.au GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guest: Dr Ginni Mansberg, GP  Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new report from the Australian Strategic Policy Institute warns current defence spending levels may fail to address rising threats in an increasingly dangerous global environment. Elon Musk is stepping down from his advisory role to President Donald Trump, where he led efforts to overhaul federal bureaucracy. The search continues for 17-year-old Pheobe Bishop, last seen near Bundaberg airport on May 15. Hailey Bieber's skincare and makeup brand, rhode, is being acquired by e.l.f. Beauty in a landmark one-billion-dollar deal; Magda Szubanski shares rare cancer diagnosis  The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Gemma Donahoe  Audio Production: Lu HillBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The young stars cast in the new Harry Potter TV series have been revealed, but the announcement has been slightly overshadowed by the controversy that continues to follow the adaptation. Plus, could workplace gossip actually be good for your career? There's a school of thought that suggests some water cooler chat might be more valuable than you think. And in headlines today Sean Diddy Combs' lawyers have failed in a bid to call for a mistrial after it was implied Combs was involved in destroying evidence in an arson attack; Alleged mushroom killer Erin Patterson allegedly switched SIM cards between phones and tablets before handing the device over the police; Andrew Tate and brother Tristan face 11 charges in the UK including rape and human trafficking; The Nationals and Liberals have made up but their net zero policy remains up in the air as they announce the shadow cabinet. Listen to the full episode of BIZ on work gossip here THE END BITSSupport independent women's mediaCheck out The Quicky Instagram here Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton visit www.fentonandfenton.com.au GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guest: Tina Burke, Mamamia's Entertainment Editor Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The federal coalition has reunited just eight days after the Nationals blew up their decades-long relationship; An independent senator has alleged a parliamentary colleague made sexually suggestive and racially insensitive comments towards her; A former top aide to Sean "Diddy" Combs has testified the US hip-hop mogul waved a gun as he kidnapped her years later in an angry rush to find and kill rapper Kid Cudi; Deborra-lee Furness has spoken after filing for divorce from husband Hugh Jackman. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Ailish Delaney Audio Production: Lu HillBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From hosting million-dollar crypto dinners to creating selective refugee programs, we break down Donald Trump's latest moves that are raising eyebrows across the globe.  Plus, as his relationship with Putin takes a turn and Harvard fights back against new visa restrictions, we examine how the President's recent decisions are reshaping both domestic and international politics. And in headlines today Sean Diddy Combs former assistant claims he threatened to kill her when he found out who she used to work for; Alleged mushroom killer Erin Patterson's police interview played to the jury at her trial; A man who drove his car into a crowd of Liverpool fans at their parade was allegedly under the influence of drugs; Almost 2 years after their split, Deborra Lee Furness has officially filed for divorce from Hugh Jackman. THE END BITSSupport independent women's mediaCheck out The Quicky Instagram here Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton visit www.fentonandfenton.com.au GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guest: Amelia Lester, Mamamia US Correspondent  Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.