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PM: Travis Kelce Caught Up In Super Bowl Parade Shooting

15 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Today, Thursday February 15th 2024. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every d...

Where Is Samantha Murphy? The Women Of Ballarat Are Fighting Back

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

11 Days Ago, Ballarat woman Samantha Murphy went out for a jog and never came home.  There's been CCTV footage looked at, extensive search parties th...

PM: Police Label Samantha Murphy's Disappearance 'Suspicious'

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Today, Wednesday February 13th 2024. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every ...

Yes I Want To Watch The Enhanced Games, But Would You Want Kids To?

13 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The 'Enhanced Games' are coming. An sporting event that allows, actually encourages the athletes to use performance enhancing drugs. Why? To see exact...

PM: Last-Minute Taylor Swift Tickets On Sale Today

13 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Today, February 12th 2024. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And i...

Here's Why Millions Of Your Favourite Tik Tok Videos Have Fallen Silent

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you been on TikTok lately and noticed a lot of videos are now silent? That's because Universal Music Group, or UMG, have decided to remove the mu...

PM: Beyonce Announces New Album As Chiefs Win Over 49'ers

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Today, February 12th 2024. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And i...

"It's Really Infuriating": Teacher Confessional After First Weeks Back

11 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We often think about how the kids and parents are coping in those first few days and weeks of school, but what about those who've been back in the cla...

PM: Aussie Swim Star To Compete At Drug-Taking Games

09 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Friday, 9 February 2024. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’...

Elmo Inspired A Social Media Trauma Dump; Why Aren't We Ok?

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Elmo becoming the internet's therapist was not on my 2024 bingo card, but here we are! Earlier this week, thousands of people unloaded their life prob...

PM: Ceasefire Talks Amid Hostage Deaths

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Monday, 5 February 2024. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’...

Forget "Quiet Luxury", 2024 Is All About "Loud Budgeting"

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If 2023 was the year of 'quiet luxury', 2024 is the year of 'loud budgeting', which involves openly discussing financial decisions and constraints and...

PM: Swifties Spending Big On Aus Tour

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Monday, 5 February 2024. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’...

Signs King Charles' Cancer Is More Serious Than Palace Is Telling Us

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

British Monarchs have a habit of ruling until they die, regardless of their state of health.  But with the latest from Buckingham Palace revealing Ki...

PM: Prince Harry Visiting King Following Diagnosis

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Monday, 5 February 2024. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’...

Boy Swallows Universe Reminds Us Of A Time Before Tech

05 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When Trent Dalton's best selling book Boy Swallows Universe hit the small screen this year, it brought with it all the Brisbane 1980's vibes with it. ...

PM: Kylie Minogue Wins First Grammy In 18 Years

05 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Monday, 5 February 2024. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’...

She Brings In Millions But The NFL Bros Are Still Mad At Taylor Swift

04 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This time next week the 58th Superbowl will be mere hours from starting. The San Francisco 49ers and the Kansas City Chiefs will go head to head in La...

PM: Free Hotline For Those Struggling With War Coverage

02 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Friday, 2 February 2024. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’...

The History Of High Heels Did Not Start With Women

01 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you're a woman, there's a chance you've probably worn high heels before. So you know how uncomfortable they can be.  Yet, for many different reaso...

PM: Shark Victim’s Hospital Photo Leaked

01 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Thursday, 1 February 2024. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And i...

This Insider Info Will Help You Secure A Rental

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

You've seen the videos and articles showing hundreds of people at a house inspection in all different areas of the country.  Low supply, high demand....

PM: Russia Appeals Loss Of Olympic Gold

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Wednesday, 31 January 2024. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And ...

The Real Story Of Griselda Blanco - The Cocaine Queen Of Miami

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Trigger Warning: This episode speaks about violence, drug use and murder so please take care when listening.  A new Netflix miniseries which debuted ...

PM: Shark Attack Victim Saved By Heroic Vet

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Tuesday, 30 January 2024. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it...

Stanley, Yeti or Frank Green? What Your Water Bottle Says About You

29 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you haven't heard the words Stanley, Frank Green or Yeti lately, you've been living under a rock...Or you don't have social media.  These three br...

PM: Calls For Fee-Free University Courses

29 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Monday, 29 January 2024. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’...

Heath Ledger’s Lasting Impact On Aussies In Hollywood

28 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We are in the thick of awards season, and so far we've seen a few Aussies take home some pretty impressive accolades.  We know Hollywood is chock ful...

PM: Jarryd Hayne Appeals Rape Convictions Again

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Thursday, 25 January 2024. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And i...

Yes, It's Okay To Feel Proud To Be Australian

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tomorrow is January 26 and for many that means a day off work to have a bbq with friends, maybe some fireworks or a trip to the beach with family.  B...

PM: Ryan Gosling Reacts To Margot Robbie Oscars Snub

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Wednesday, 24 January 2024. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And ...

51 Years Since Roe V Wade, What Women Are Facing Without It

23 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses the loss of babies, so please take care when listening.  Earlier this week was the 51 year anniversary of the...

PM: King’s Prostate Surgery Boosts Testing

23 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Tuesday, 23 January 2024. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it...

Can't Keep Your NY Resolutions? Try An Accountability Partner

22 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're a few weeks into the new year now, and for some, you may have been able to stick to those resolutions you made on January 1. For others, you may...

PM: Australian States Prepare For Heat Wave

22 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Monday, 22 January 2024. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’...

Jacinta Allan Now Runs Victoria, But Endo Is Her Constant Companion

21 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

New Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan has stepped into some big shoes after pandemic premier Dan Andrews decided to retire from politics late last year....

PM: Inner City Park Closed After Asbestos Findings

19 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Friday, 19 January 2024. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’...

Feel Like Calling It Quits? Why January Is "Divorce Month"

18 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For years, Google Trends has shown an increase in searches relating to divorce in January, leading to the nickname 'divorce month'.  And no, it's not...

PM: Study Reveals Why Kids Dislike Veggies

18 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Thursday, 18 January 2024. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And i...

Penny Wong Is In Israel But Does Australia Have Any Power To Stop War?

17 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Australia's Foreign Minister, Penny Wong, is currently in Israel for diplomatic talks amid the ongoing war in Gaza.  But why is she there? She has as...

PM: Aus Breast Cancer Research Sparks Hope

17 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Wednesday, 17 January 2024. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And ...

The Relaunch Of Gypsy Rose Blanchard, She's Not That Little Girl Anymore

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Her entire childhood, Gypsy Rose Blanchard was made to believe she was sick.  Her mother, 'Dee Dee' as she was known, told Gypsy, and the world, that...

PM: The Big Winners At Emmys

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Tuesday, 16 January 2024. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it...

What Happens To Your Digital Footprint After You Die?

15 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered what happens to your online presence after you die? Now with technology like AI and holograms, we're seeing a rise in reanimati...

PM: Supermarket Profits Under Review

15 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Monday, 15 January 2024. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’...

Secret Sex Tapes & Celebrities Named, The Epstein Docs Explained

14 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In recent weeks, a judge in the US has released a trove of documents relating to a 2015 defamation case brought against convicted child sex trafficker...

Best Of: Inside The Low Info Diet

11 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky will be back with new episodes from January 15, but until then here’s one of our favourite episodes of this year. Thank you so much for b...

Best Of: There Are 2 Types Of Parents On The First Day Of School

10 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky will be back with new episodes from January 15, but until then here’s one of our favourite episodes of this year. Thank you so much for b...

Best Of: What are Sovereign Citizens, And Why They’re Dangerous

09 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky will be back with new episodes from January 15, but until then here’s one of our favourite episodes of this year. Thank you so much for b...

Best Of: The Strange World of AI And ChatGPT Explained

08 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky will be back with new episodes from January 15, but until then here’s one of our favourite episodes of this year. Thank you so much for b...

Best Of: Here's How To Survive A Shark Attack

07 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky will be back with new episodes from January 15, but until then here’s one of our favourite episodes of this year. Thank you so much for b...

Fashion, Wellness, Politics & Hollywood: 2024 Predictions

04 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this special episode of The Quicky we're saying goodbye to 2023 and hello to 2024 by taking a peak into what trends might come over the next 12 mon...

Best Of: Are Weight Loss Injections All They're Cracked Up To Be?

03 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky will be back with new episodes from January 15, but until then here’s one of our favourite episodes of this year. Thank you so much for b...

Best Of: Prince Harry Has Shattered Our Royal Family Fantasy

02 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky will be back with new episodes from January 15, but until then here’s one of our favourite episodes of this year.  We have been exposed ...

Best Of: Magic Cure, Or Expensive Trip: Psychedelics Explained

01 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky will be back with new episodes from January 15, but until then here’s one of our favourite episodes of this year. Thank you so much for b...

Part 1 2023 Year in Review: The Year Of High Highs And Very Low Lows

28 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this special year-end two-part episode, we dive into the most impactful news stories of 2023. From global events to groundbreaking discoveries, joi...

Part 2 2023 Year in Review: The Year Of High Highs And Very Low Lows

28 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this special year-end two-part episode, we dive into the most impactful news stories of 2023. From global events to groundbreaking discoveries, joi...

Best Of: The Disease That's Killing 20 Aussie Women, Everyday

27 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky will be back with new episodes from January 15, but until then here’s one of our favourite episodes of this year. Thank you so much for b...

Behind The Mic With Claire Murphy

26 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Quicky, instead of giving you the news, today Producer Kally and Claire are sitting down to go over the biggest news stories of...

PM: Data Stolen In Hospital Hack

22 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Friday, 22 December 2023. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it...

Turn Back Into A Teen When You Go Home For Xmas? You're Not Alone

21 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's that time of year when you might be heading home to see family for Christmas.  Heading home for the holidays can be charged with so many emotion...

PM: Closing Arguments In Lehrmann Case

21 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Thursday December 21 2023. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And i...

Why Was Matthew Perry Taking Ketamine?

20 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Back in October the world was saddened to learn that Friends star Matthew Perry had died. And earlier this week, a toxicology report was made public s...

PM: Trump Disqualified From Being President

20 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Wednesday December 20th 2023. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. An...

What Did Prince Harry Just Win?

19 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Back in 2005 a newspaper, owned by Rupert Murdoch, ran a story about Prince William hurting his knee. It raised suspicions amongst the royals. Why? Th...

PM: Brittany Higgins Moves To France For Fresh Start

19 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Monday December 18th 2023. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And i...

Too Many Cancelled Flights, It's Time For Compensation

18 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There are a lot of disappointed airline customers across Australia right now.  With constant flight changes and cancellations, and many still holding...

PM: Dodgy Real Estate Agents Fined For Underquoting

18 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Monday December 18th 2023. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And i...

Would You Show ID To Watch Online Porn?

17 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sunshine Coast MP Andrew Wallace is trying to stop our kids from watching porn online. It's not an easy task but other countries are already introduci...

PM: Lisa Wilkinson Has Faced Second Day In Court

15 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Friday December 15th 2023. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And i...

The Cash & Cred You Need To Get A Hollywood Walk Of Fame Star

14 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Earlier this week Zac Efron joined an elite group of actors, singers, athletes and broadcasters when he was honoured with his own star on the Hollywoo...

PM: Mamamia Announces DV Charity Partnership

14 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Thursday December 14th 2023. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And...

Why The U.S Is Holding Back A Gaza Ceasefire

13 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Yesterday three Prime Ministers, including our own, came together to call for a sustainable ceasefire in the Gaza Strip.  The call came as the UN Gen...

PM: Australia Votes In Favour Of Gaza Ceasefire

13 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Wednesday December 13th 2023. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. An...

End Of Year Burnout Is Real But What Type Are You Experiencing?

12 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There seems to be two types of people through the month of December. The first are full of festive spirit, excited for the parties and socialising, so...

PM: Women With Endo Falsely Told Pregnancy Is A Cure

12 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Tuesday December 12th 2023. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And ...

Incels New Way To Humiliate Women - Chadfishing

11 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You may have heard of Incels before - but do you know what it means? It stands for involuntarily celibate. It's a group of boys and men who group toge...

PM: Australian Travellers Warned Of New Drug Scam

11 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Monday December 11th 2023. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And i...

What Happens If Bruce Lehrmann Loses His Defamation Case

10 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For two weeks Australia has watched on as witnesses have described what they believe went down in Parliament house in 2019. Both Bruce Lehrmann and Br...

PM: UK Officer Sentenced For Racist Duchess Meghan Messages

08 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Friday December 8th 2023. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it...

Health Experts Say Eating Dinner After 6pm Is Way Too Late

07 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What time do you eat dinner? Is it 6pm so you can eat with your kids? Or maybe it's 9pm after a long day of work? Maybe it's somewhere in between.  T...

PM: Grocery Giants To Front Price Inquiry

07 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Thursday December 7th 2023. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And ...

The Indefinite Detention Saga Explained

06 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Last month, Australia's high court ruled that it was illegal to keep people in indefinite immigration detention without the prospect of being deported...

PM: French Laws Uphold Cows’ Right To Moo

06 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Monday December 4th 2023. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it...

Another COVID Christmas Wave: What To Expect This Time Around

05 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Australia has entered another wave of Covid. The eighth to circulate since the virus first reared its head back in late 2019.  But now, four years on...

PM: Airport Delays For Christmas Amid Strikes

05 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Monday December 4th 2023. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it...

Is Blue Light From Your Phone Damaging Your Skin?

04 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We know too much exposure to blue light can affect our eyes, sleep and health,  but did you know it can also affect your skin?  Blue light emits thr...

PM: Bones Found At Sydney Beach Linked To Underworld Crime

04 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Monday December 4th 2023. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it...

The Children Of Thalidomide: An Apology Decades Late

03 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese recently stood on the floor in federal parliament and apologised to the victims and families of a shocking 1950's and ...

PM: Australia On Track To End HIV Transmission

01 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Quicky evening news update for Monday November 27th 2023. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And i...

Another Last Second Gaza Truce Extension, What Happens Now

30 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The truce between Israel and Hamas in Gaza has seen the exchange of dozens of Israeli hostages taken in the October 7 terror attack, for hundreds of P...

PM: 90210 Star Shannen Doherty Reveals Her Cancer Has Spread

30 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  On top of The Quicky team bringing you a daily deep dive on one topic that has captured your a...

Oscar Pistorius Will Be Free Soon, But People Still Don't Believe Him

29 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's been more than 10 years since Reeva Steenkamp was killed by her boyfriend, Oscar Pistorius. And recently, he has been granted parole to walk free...

PM: Brittany Higgins Takes The Stand In Defamation Case

29 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  On top of The Quicky team bringing you a daily deep dive on one topic that has captured your a...

Aussies Heading Back To The Office But It's Nothing to Do With Work

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

2020 changed the way we work - most businesses had employees working from home throughout the pandemic. But now, some years on from COVID, despite pro...

PM: Bizarre Word Of The Year Revealed

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  On top of The Quicky team bringing you a daily deep dive on one topic that has captured your a...

How To Make The Most Of Sleep And Recover From Sleep Debt

27 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We all know how it feels after a rough night of tossing and turning only to have your alarm clock go off way too soon.  We now have the technology on...

PM: Elon Musk Meets With Israeli President

27 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  On top of The Quicky team bringing you a daily deep dive on one topic that has captured your a...

Why We're Obsessed With Ghost Stories & The Paranormal

26 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Since the beginning of human existence, we have had a relationship with the afterlife and those who reportedly inhabit it. We tell stories of those sp...

PM: Sean 'Diddy' Combs Accused Of Sexual Assault

24 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  On top of The Quicky team bringing you a daily deep dive on one topic that has captured your a...