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A daily news podcast, getting you across the latest Australian and international news in under 10 minutes. Agenda-free, independent, and delivered by hosts that'll come to feel like mates. It's the news without the noise, cutting through with a touch of analysis and an eye on what's coming next. And there's always a quirky news story or two to give a touch of balance to the news of the day. News for busy people, out 6am weekday, perfect for your morning routine.The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed.Top tip - check out The Squiz Today newsletter. It's the daily news stories, in your inbox each weekday at 6am, with links and more info to all the stories covered in The Squiz Today podcast. Sign up at www.thesquiz.com.au - it's free.
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Dec 6, 2020 • 10min
Monday, 7 December - Australia's international arrivals system is tested; The Foreign Relations Bill on Parliament's agenda; The clock is ticking on Brexit countdown; and a hairy panic...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Under the shade of a Coolabah tree”More details, and links to further reading for all of today's news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it's free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au .PS. It's Day 1 of the 10 Days of Squizmas. Prizes up for grabs all week - check out your Squiz Today email. Space capsule lands near Woomerah: http://www.hayabusa2.jaxa.jp/en/topics/20201206_fireball/ Google Chromebooks (sponsored): google.com/chromebookDisclaimer: Battery life may vary based on device and upon usage and other conditions See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Dec 3, 2020 • 10min
Friday, 4 December - The US stands with Australia in China tit-for-tat; Nervousness in NSW; The Great Barrier Reef is given 'critical' status; And how lucky.
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.Squiz Shortcuts - Shark Attacks: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/More details, and links to further reading for all of today's news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it's free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au Reef Live: https://iview.abc.net.au/show/reef-liveBillie Eilish Vanity Fair: https://www.vanityfair.com/style/2020/11/billie-eilish-same-interview-fouth-yearChromebooks (sponsored): https://www.google.com/chromebook/Disclaimer: Pre-download content and enable offline access for documents, presentations and emails to view offline later See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Dec 2, 2020 • 10min
Thursday, 3 December - The UK's covid vaccine; From recession to recovery; Three pro-democracy protesters are jailed in Hong Kong; And the biggest song of the year.
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.Squiz Shortcuts - Shark Attacks: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/Woolworths Appeal (sponsored): woolworths.com.au/communityMore details, and links to further reading for all of today's news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it's free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Dec 1, 2020 • 11min
Wednesday, 2 December - Global targets on climate could be back on track; Scott Morrison's appeal to Chinese-Australians; WA opens up; And the best Christmas ham.
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.Squiz Shortcuts: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/The Great Supermarket Ham Test: https://www.goodfood.com.au/recipes/news/supermarket-christmas-ham-taste-test-2020-20201126-h1sgm1Google Chromebooks (sponsored): https://www.google.com/chromebook/Disclaimer: Pre-download content and enable offline access for documents, presentations and emails to view offline later.More details, and links to further reading for all of today's news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it's free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Nov 30, 2020 • 9min
Tuesday, 1 December - Australia demands an apology from China over a social media post; Melbourne gets ready for hotel quarantine 2.0; Charges will be laid over the White Island eruption disaster; and sweeping the AACTA awards
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. "I be getting to the money, everybody mad"More details, and links to further reading for all of today's news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it's free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au .Squiz Shortcuts: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/squiz-shortcuts-the-china-australia-relationship/ Full list of AACTA winners: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-11-30/babyteeth-wins-best-film-and-many-other-aacta-awards/12934018Squiz Kids - age-appropriate news for kids aged 8-12yo. Delivered with positivity and humour. Check it out! www.squizkids.com.auWoolworths (sponsored): OZHarvest appeal woolworths.com.au/community See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Nov 29, 2020 • 9min
Monday, 30 November - Record temperatures over the weekend; South Australia on high Covid-19 alert; China hits the wine industry with new tariffs; and Santa's Covid-19 immunity
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Nov 26, 2020 • 10min
Friday, 27 November - A Presidential pardon for General Michael Flynn; Telstra's $50 million fine; A new Australian art record; and David Attenborough departs insta...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. "I've been getting away with it all my life"Share The Squiz using your unique referral link for your chance to win a Dyson appliance of your choice to the value of $800. More details on that competition, and links to further reading for all of today's news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it's free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au .Squiz Shortcut - Alleged War Crimes in Afghanistan https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/squiz-shortcuts-alleged-war-crimes-in-afghanistan/Panzanella recipe - https://www.delicious.com.au/recipes/chorizo-panzanella/mma8sdndDoco on Maradona - https://www.hbo.com/documentaries/diego-maradona (watch it on Amazon Prime or Apple TV)Google Chromebooks (Sponsored): google.com/chromebook. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Nov 25, 2020 • 10min
Thursday, 26 November - Authorities in Thailand crack down on protestors; China claims 'quality issues' with Australia's coal exports; Meghan Markle shares news of her miscarriage; And Vale to soccer legend Diego Maradona
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details, and links to further reading for all of today's news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it's free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au . PS. Share The Squiz this week and you could win a Dyson appliance valued at $800! Details in The Squiz Today email.Maradona's Hand of God goal: https://www.theguardian.com/football/blog/2014/apr/08/world-cup-moments-maradona-hand-godSquiz Shortcuts: Who Owns The Music: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/squiz-shortcuts-who-owns-the-music/Squiz Shortcut: Protests in Thailand: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/squiz-shortcuts-protests-in-thailand/Origin (Sponsored): origin.com.au/spike See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Nov 24, 2020 • 15min
Wednesday, 25 November - Qld opens up a bit more; Donald Trump's sort of concession; Using technology for control; And the richest in the world.
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Nov 23, 2020 • 10min
Tuesday, 24 November - Violence in Ethiopia 'at a point of no return'; A Covid-19 vaccine update; New research into the health impacts of a meat-free diet; and time to get sharing
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