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Monday, 7 March - Remembering two greats of Aussie cricket, the flood crisis set to worsen in NSW, Russia is accused of targeting Ukrainian civilians, and finding the missing women's music of old...

06 Mar 2022

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Friday, 4 March - More 'wild weather' on the way; The latest from Ukraine; The first ever plastic pollution treaty; and space junk...

03 Mar 2022

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Thursday, 3 March - Biden's promise to stop Russia's war on Ukraine; The death toll from the floods rises; WA opens the border; and how good is feedback (and avos...)

02 Mar 2022

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Wednesday, 2 March - The Ukrainian capital is under attack; An update on the floods; Good news for house hunters; and getting some gardening in...

01 Mar 2022

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Tuesday, 1 March - The flood disaster swamps towns in QLD and NSW, Dire warnings in the new UN climate change report, spending was up in January, and big shaggy dogs are back...

28 Feb 2022

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Monday 28 February Flooding mayhem in south-east Queensland, Ukraine and Russia to talk as the war rages on, Kevin Rudd eyed a return to politics ... and Remembering a great Victorian

27 Feb 2022

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Friday, 25 February - Russia officially invades Ukraine; Clive Palmer and Covid; Alexander Zverev's very bad tournament; and some whipped garlic ricotta for your weekend...

24 Feb 2022

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS: Friday Lites, including the recipe for focaccia and whipped garlic butter. More details and links to ...

Thursday, 24 February - The latest on Russia and Ukraine; The UK drops all Covid restrictions; Life, after death; and the hunt for just the right chicken...

23 Feb 2022

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Wednesday, 23 February - Russia invades Ukraine; A funding boost for Antarctica; Daylight savings on the cards for QLD; and the question of coriander...

22 Feb 2022

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. LINKS America's most exxy home Curious about daylight savings? We've got a shortcut for that: Your Shortcut t...

Tuesday, 22 February - a tech billionaire forges ahead with his bid to buy AGL, improving mobile coverage outside the city, more commuter chaos in Sydney, and finding the little freedoms at the Beijing Games...

21 Feb 2022

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Monday, 21 February - Australia's international border opens, the Queen has COVID, the Beijing Winter Games close, and explaining AFL...

20 Feb 2022

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Friday, 18 February - Remembering the bombing of Darwin, relaxing the COVID rules, getting worked up over Wordle, and spending time with a fake Russian heiress...

17 Feb 2022

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Click here to find the livestream for the ceremony to commemorate the anniversary of the bombing of Darwin Click here for the New York magazine articl...

Thursday, 17 February - The Comm Games are on for Regional Victoria; A landmark liability settlement for the families of Sandy Hook; Your shortcut to the Religious Discrimination bill; and pampering your pooches...

16 Feb 2022

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. LINKS: Barkitecture in the Pinterest Predicts report= Your Shortcut to... the Religious Discrimination Laws M...

Wednesday, 16 February - Scott Morrison on China and Ukraine; Prince Andrew reaches a settlement; Djokovic speaks up; and the words women know...

15 Feb 2022

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS: The vocab gap between men and women More details and links to further reading for all of today’s ne...

Tuesday, 15 February - A takeover for Crown Resorts; The remains of missing campers are identified; Wrapping up the Super Bowl; and what it takes to get to space...

14 Feb 2022

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Monday, 14 February - Australian citizens are told to leave Ukraine; A bad day for the NSW Liberals; Anti-COVID protestors in Canberra, and spare a thought for the florists today...

13 Feb 2022

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Friday, 11 February - No go on the Religious Discrimination Bill; Koalas on the east coast are at risk of extinction; Defining 'fully-vaxxed'; and one for the romantics...

10 Feb 2022

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS: Camilla's road to being a well-liked figure, and the recipe for coconut and raspberry banana bread he...

Thursday, 10 February - A meeting of the Quad; ASIO's latest threat assessment; Aussie cricket captain Pat Cummins speaks out; and getting into nature...

09 Feb 2022

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Wednesday, 9 February - An apology in Parliament; Debate continues on the Religious Discrimination Bill; Oscar nominations; and Bluey on Airbnb...

08 Feb 2022

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Tuesday, 8 February - Australia's international border to reopen after 2 years; a murder trial of a policeman gets underway in the Northern Territory; a last-ditch attempt to avert war in Ukraine, and tracking the elusive echidna through its poo...

07 Feb 2022

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Monday, 7 February - The Federal Government in crisis mode; Bushfires flare up in the West; Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee; and Australia's first gold medal at the Winter Olympics

06 Feb 2022

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Friday, 4 February - Finding the HMB Endeavour; The leader of Islamic State is killed; A bad day for Meta; and throwing some chicken on the barbie...

03 Feb 2022

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Thursday, 3 February - Text message trouble for the Coalition; Sexual assault cases on the rise; Burner phones in Beijing; and the invention of the kosk...

02 Feb 2022

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS: Sexual assault reports and convictions on the rise (ABS). Need help? Sponsored: Cariuma: Squizers ge...

Wednesday, 2 February - The NYT buys Wordle; Interest rates stay put; Backtracking on the Anne Frank investigation; and hello, heatwave...

01 Feb 2022

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS: New study on humidity and climate change - read more. Cariuma (sponsored): Squizers get 15% off a pai...

Tuesday, 1 February - Ringing in the Lunar New Year; A damning report into the UK parties scandal; North Korea launches its biggest missile test in years; and a snapshot into the daily lives of Gen X versus Millennials...

31 Jan 2022

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. Adam Liaw's dumplings recipe for the Lunar New Year https://www.sbs.com.au/food/article/2022/01/20/how-food-fo...

Monday, 31 January - The founder of the Hillsong Church steps down; Back to school plans; Speculation about an interest rate rise; and an Australian Open classic...

30 Jan 2022

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Friday, 28 January - Aussies through to the Australian Open finals; Aghanistan is 'hanging by a thread'; A look at Australia's drinking habits; and fancying up your fish fingers...

27 Jan 2022

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS: New study on drinking habits, especially for Australian women Friday Lites: Fancy fish fingers, Ash B...

Thursday, 27 January - Police are investigating Boris Johnson's lockdown parties; Our new Australian of the Year; The government considers sanctions against Russia; and cheering on Ash Barty...

26 Jan 2022

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Tuesday, 25 January - Cleo Smith's abductor pleads guilty; Julian Assange given the green light to appeal against extradition; The Aboriginal flag free for all; and a new Australian of the Year to be announced tonight...

24 Jan 2022

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Monday, 24 January - The UK accuses Russia of plotting to install a new leader in Ukraine; A long road for Tonga's recovery; COVID back-to-school plans; and remembering rock god - Meatloaf...

23 Jan 2022

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Friday, 21 January - The latest on Russia and Ukraine; Omicron keeps WA's border closed; Australia's low unemployment rate; and BBQ bread...

20 Jan 2022

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Thursday, 20 January - Charlise Mutten's step-father is charged over her murder; The challenges of getting aid to Tonga; The Republic question; and a new crowd chant...

19 Jan 2022

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS: It's not booing you're hearing at the tennis... Benedict Cumberbatch trying to say 'penguin' Sponsore...

Wednesday, 19 January - A 'Code Brown' for Victoria's hospitals; 9 yo. Charlise Mutten is still missing; A statement from Tonga; and a case of the googley eyes...

18 Jan 2022

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS: Dolly Parton's America Googley eyes in South Australia Sponsored: Squizers can get 15% off a pair of ...

Tuesday, 18 January - Assessing the damage in Tonga; Reaction to Novak Djokovic's deportation; Predicting the Omicron peak; and the hunt for Australia's best public toilet ...

17 Jan 2022

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Monday, 17 January - Novak Djokovic deported from Australia; Help on the way for Tonga; Prince Harry wants police protection in the UK; and low-rise jeans are back...

16 Jan 2022

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Friday, 14 January - Waiting for news about Novak Djokovic; Isolation rules relaxed for more workers; Prince Andrew loses his titles; And vale Ronnie Spector...

13 Jan 2022

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Thursday, 13 January - Djokovic's mea culpa; Getting workers out of isolation; The retail surge before Omicron; and 'tearless' onions...

12 Jan 2022

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Wednesday, 12th January - Extreme weather hits both sides of the country; Questions raised about Djokovic's travel form into Australia; Govt to hold talks over supply chain problems; And scientists use animal organs for a life-saving transplant...

11 Jan 2022

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Tuesday, 11th January - Novak Djokovic wins his court battle; Vaccination frustrations for kids; The downside of a western diet; and preparations for the Queen's Platinum jubilee...

10 Jan 2022

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Monday, 10 January - COVID health advice; Floods hit QLD; Djokovic's court appeal; and vale Sidney Poitier...

09 Jan 2022

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Friday, 7 January - The Djokovic saga continues; Japan and Australia sign a new treaty; Sprung on Google Street View; and worries about 'No worries'...

06 Jan 2022

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  Friday Lites - the Ottolenghi traybake ragu The 2021 Year in Review and Apropos of 2021 - take a look back a...

Thursday, 6 January - Djokovic stopped at the border; New rules around COVID testing; North Korea tests missiles; and how good are dogs...

05 Jan 2022

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  Links: New gadgets at CES (anti-snoring pillow, anyone?) Dog rescues owner Other things we do: More details ...

Wednesday, 5 January - The ACCC investigating RAT prices; Elizabeth Holmes is found guilty; The highs of house prices; and Djokovic heads Down Under...

04 Jan 2022

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS: Find A Rat website Squiz The Break - Tuned out as much as possible over the last couple of weeks? Her...

2021 Year In Review - Part 3 - The Lighter Stuff

30 Dec 2021

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In the final episode of our 3-part Year in Review series, we revisit the stories that kept us entertained during 2021. You can find a written version ...

2021 Year in Review - Part 2 - All Australian

29 Dec 2021

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In the 2nd episode of our 3-part Year in Review series, we revisit the big local stories that shaped 2021. You can find a written version of the conte...

2021 Year in Review - Part 1 - Around the World

28 Dec 2021

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In the first episode of our 3-part Year in Review series, we revisit the big international stories that shaped 2021. You can find a written version of...

The Great Big Squiz Quiz 2021

23 Dec 2021

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It’s a bit of fun, it’s a bit festive, with a lot of laughs. Take a lighter look at year that was 2021 by joining us for The Great Big Squiz Quiz....

Thursday, 23 December - Masks recommended, but not mandatory; An update on the Australian Open; An actual chip shortage; and farewelling 2021...

22 Dec 2021

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Wednesday, 22 December - The juries are out on Elizabeth Holmes and Ghislaine Maxwell; Cancellations and Covid; Mr Big gets dumped; and keeping the kids entertained...

21 Dec 2021

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Tuesday, 21 December - Omicron brings back National Cabinet; Peng Shuai denies making sexual assault claims; Hong Kong's election results; and coffee... it's in your DNA

20 Dec 2021

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Monday, 20 December: Around the grounds with Omicron; Typhoon troubles in the Phillipines; Our generous youth; And gearing up for the Winter Olympics...

19 Dec 2021

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Friday, 17 December - Tragedy in Tasmania; a Kennedy in the US Embassy; Pat Cummins ruled out of the 2nd Ashes test; and beating Mariah Carey at Christmas...

16 Dec 2021

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS Friday Lites Other things we do: More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news c...

Thursday, 16 December - Omicron on the move; The search for William Tyrrell winds up; Getting to know Angela Merkel, and watch out for the heatwave...

15 Dec 2021

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS: COVID restrictions - what's what in your state Sponsored: Uber. Find out about Plate it Forward and ...

Wednesday, 15 December - A settlement for the victims of Larry Nasser; The ACCC's new chairperson; Time's Person of the Year; and what happens when superheroes get old...

14 Dec 2021

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS How will Marvel superheroes age Elon Musk is Time's Person of the Year Your Shortcut to... Elon Musk S...

Tuesday, 14 December: Opening up the west; Our friend South Korea; Golden Globe nominations; And a champagne problem...

13 Dec 2021

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Monday, 13 December: Covid related developments; Large death tolls from tornadoes in the US; A cracking end to the Formula 1 season; And a big spoiler alert...

12 Dec 2021

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Friday, 10 December: NZ's plan to ban tobacco; Bushfires in our west; Don't mess with Sam Kerr; And meeting those postal deadlines...

09 Dec 2021

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Thursday, 9 December - Australia joins the diplomatic boycott; Some good news on booster shots; A cracking first day of the cricket; and what the Googles tell us...

08 Dec 2021

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS: AACTA awards red carpet 2021 Google searches Other things we do: More details and links to furt...

Wednesday, 8 December - Reports highlight what it's like for women; Victoria's Ombudsman on border rules; Putin and Biden speak; and think twice about smiling...

07 Dec 2021

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS More harassment and housework for women - have a read Explore the National Sound archives Your Shortcu...

Tuesday, 7 December: A guilty verdict for Aung San Suu Kyi; Boycotting Beijing; A warning on future pandemics; And judging Christmas trees...

06 Dec 2021

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Monday, 6 December: The US gets involved on whether Russia will invade Ukraine; A covid vaccine for Aussie kids; The campaign before the campaign; And defending your fish and chips...

05 Dec 2021

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Friday, 3 December - A legal challenge to Roe v Wade; Victoria passes new pandemic laws; Alec Baldwin denies pulling the trigger; And getting stuck in IKEA...

02 Dec 2021

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS: Your shortcut to... Omicron Friday Lites: Vanity Fair's top movies of 2021, and the salmon fishcakes ...

Thursday, 2 December - A case of mistaken identity; 'Magnitsky-ing' the bad guys; Christian Porter and Greg Hunt to quit politics; and lost library books...

01 Dec 2021

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  Links: Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the game Sponsored:  #GoKindly pr...

Wednesday, 1 December - National Cabinet discusses Omicron; Human remains found in the search for missing campers; Barbados becomes a republic; and finding your funny bone...

30 Nov 2021

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Tuesday, 30 November: A pause on Australia's border reopening; Rains stop but flooding continues; Ghislaine Maxwell's trial begins; And how long is too long to be stuck at the pub...

29 Nov 2021

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. Buy From the Bush Christmas Gift Guide More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news ca...

Monday, 29 November: Enter Omicron; Tackling internet trolls; A record crowd for the Matildas; And an announcement from Squiz Kids...

28 Nov 2021

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. Buy From the Bush Christmas Gift Guide More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can...

Friday, 26 November - Australian troops deployed to the Solomon Islands; Tragedy in the English Channel; A Rugby World Cup gets closer to home; and random bits of internet joy...

25 Nov 2021

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS: The Russian Army does Tom Jones Other things we do: More details and links to further reading for all...

Thursday, 25 November - The rising threat of right-wing extremism; The pressures of renting; The ARIA awards; and a new voice on Team Squiz...

24 Nov 2021

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS The Squiz x Buy From The Bush Christmas Guide The ARIAs red carpet and winners Other things we do: Mor...

Wednesday, 24 November - A wet summer on the way; An arrest in the case of the missing Victorian campers; Kevin Spacey pays up; and some happy news for Ash Barty...

23 Nov 2021

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS: The Squiz x Buy From The Bush Other things we do: More details and links to further reading for all o...

Tuesday, 23 November: Tragedy in Wisconsin; The Taliban's new rules for women; Tricky times in Federal Parliament; And Christmas in November...

22 Nov 2021

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Monday, 22 November: Andrews v Morrison; Finding Peng Shuai; Our Test cricket captain saga; And don't shuffle Adele...

21 Nov 2021

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Friday, 19 November - Naming an unknown sailor; A pause on Victoria's pandemic bill; China's missing tennis champion; and a mango revolution...

18 Nov 2021

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS: The Squiz x Buy From The Bush - get your Chrissy shopping sorted while supporting regional Aussie bus...

Thursday, 18 November - Victoria's proposed pandemic bill; Boycotting the Beijing Winter Olympics; Getting you across inflation; and how good are grandmothers...

17 Nov 2021

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS: Your Shortcut to...the Rohingya and the Uyghurs Your Shortcut to... What's up with inflation The Squi...

Wednesday, 17 November - New theories in the William Tyrell case; Two presidents talk; A Delta outbreak in the NT; and getting your Christmas gifting sorted...

16 Nov 2021

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS: The Squiz x Buy From The Bush - your Christmas gift guide sorted, all while supporting regional Aussi...

Tuesday, 16 November: New evidence in the search for William Tyrell; The UK raises its terror threat; Gearing up for a climate election; And a sneak peek...

15 Nov 2021

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Monday, 15 November: Where things landed after COP26; China and the US chat; Winning a World Cup; And what's all this about Taylor Swift...

14 Nov 2021

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Friday, 12 November - A US-China partnership; Checking in on unemployment figures; The high price of movie props; and smashed spuds...

11 Nov 2021

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS: Friday Lites: Smashed spuds, and that long read on João Carlos Martins One very expensive and very d...

Thursday, 11 November - Catching Australia's most wanted; The pointy end of COP26; Marking Remembrance Day; and an ancient hangover cure...

10 Nov 2021

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS: Your Shortcut to... Remembrance Day Other things we do: More details and links to further reading fo...

Wednesday, 10 November - Tennis legend Dylan Alcott announces his retirement; An update on COVID vaccines for kids; Healthy sleep habits; and pet pics for trees...

09 Nov 2021

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  Sponsored: Find out more abut the Google Chromebook here Other things we do: More details and links to furth...

Tuesday, 9 November: Selling Sydney Airport; Funding for future fuels; An Aussie win at the New York marathon; And the healthiest cheese in all the land...

08 Nov 2021

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. Find out more abut the Google Chromebook here. More details and links to further reading for all of today’...

Monday, 8 November: Tragedy in Texas; An assassination attempt on Iraq's PM; The US trillion dollar infrastructure plan; And hitting the road...

07 Nov 2021

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Friday, 5 November - Man charged in Cleo Smith case; COVID in the Northern Territory; A pledge to move away from coal; and an easy cheesy tray bake

04 Nov 2021

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS: Friday Lites: Easy cheesy tray bake, Lady Gaga's Vogue interview and more Reckon you were across the ...

Thursday, 4 November - Finding Cleo; Upsetting the French; Western Australia's border plans; and spicy space tacos...

03 Nov 2021

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS: Your Shortcut to... What's going down at COP26 Other things we do: More details and links to further ...

Wednesday, 3 November - Pledging to end deforestation; An update on Cleo; Interest rates to stay low; and the fun in unpacking...

02 Nov 2021

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS: Your Shortcut to...Submarines Melbourne Cup: A Veerry Elleegant win (and the fashions) Sponsored: Fin...

Tuesday, 2 November: The tit-for-tat between Australia and France; COP26 has begun; Grilling Gladys; And it's Cup day....

01 Nov 2021

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Monday, 1 November: Remembering Bert Newton; When world leaders meet; Getting overseas; And 'dad bod' becomes dictionary official

31 Oct 2021

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Friday, 29 October - Japan heads to the polls; More restrictions ease for Victoria; Pallet-gate; and getting your pressies in the post...

28 Oct 2021

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS To celebrate World Teacher’s Day this coming Friday, we’re offering a year’s subscription to Squ...

Thursday, 28 October - Freedom to leave the country; Julian Assange is back in court; Alec Baldwin could face charges; and a case of mistaken identity...

27 Oct 2021

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS Your shortcut to... summits Your shortcut to... shark attacks in Australia Sponsored: Uber (sponsored)...

Wednesday, 27 October - The government's climate plan; Crown keeps its Melbourne casino license; Facebook's mega profits; and rescuing a millenial...

26 Oct 2021

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Tuesday, 26 October: Running out of men in the Japanese Imperial Family; A coup in Sudan; The deals done to reach a climate agreement; And one for the foodies...

25 Oct 2021

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. You can check out Stockland's Guide to Buy here (sponsored) Gourmet Traveller list More details and links to f...

Monday, 25 October: A shot gone wrong; Agreeing to a climate target; The latest on the disappearance of Cleo Smith; And a good day for pasta...

24 Oct 2021

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Friday, 22 October - The million dollar reward to find Cleo; The Nationals respond on climate change; COVID could last through 2022; and the perfect sunscreen...

21 Oct 2021

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Thursday, 21 October - Getting serious with cyber security; The UN's new climate report; A potential booze shortage; and the Japanese Imperial Family's woman problem...

20 Oct 2021

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS: Your Shortcut to... Japan’s royal family’s woman problem Sponsored: You can check out Stockland's...

Wednesday, 20 October - WA will stay closed to COVID states; Freedom for protestors in Myanmar; Emma hangs up her skivvie; And getting Chris to Cowra...

19 Oct 2021

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS: Your Shortcut to... Australia's Climate Agenda Go Cowra - Get Chris (Hemsworth) to Cowra The OG Wiggl...

Tuesday, 19 October: The search for Cleo Smith; Protecting sacred sites; Opening Qld up; And the Queen's booze ban...

18 Oct 2021

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Monday, 18 October: Lifting restrictions in our most populated states; Talking climate action; Gladys' ICAC hearing kicks off; And cocaine hippos...

17 Oct 2021

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Friday, 15 October - Counting cases in Victoria; A mass killing in Norway; The cost of being a vegan; and 6 decades of hits

14 Oct 2021

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS Friday Lites: Seafood Stew and keeping your white sneakers clean Other things we do: More details and ...

Thursday, 14 October - Economic recovery vs. climate concerns; Voluntary Assisted Dying laws in NSW; A new NRL team; and Captain Kirk gets to space

13 Oct 2021

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS Your Shortcut to... Voluntary Assisted Dying Sponsored: Uber - to learn more about Fitted For Work go ...

Wednesday, 13 October - Branch stacking and the IBAC; An unfolding energy crisis; Vale Eddie Jaku; and the power of ice cream...

12 Oct 2021

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The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.  LINKS; Vale Eddie Jaku, the 'happiest man on earth' And good luck to Chloë McCardel! Get across anti-corrup...

Tuesday, 12 October: Nudging the Nats on climate policy; NSW feels the freedom; UK police won't investigate Prince Andrew; And happy birthday Hugh…

11 Oct 2021

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