The Quicky

Technological advances rarely arrive without trade-offs, and now our smartphones are back under the microscope with claims they are fundamentally changing the way we fall in love.
From 'phubbing' your partner to forming attachment-style bonds with your device, we investigate how constant notifications might be interfering with our ability to form deep human connections.
We speak with psychologist Carly Dober and sex-and-relationship therapist Lisa Torney to find out if your phone is acting like a 'significant other' and how we can stay intimately connected in a digital world.
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Free nationwide public transport to be discussed at today's National Cabinet
Iran says it is ready to respond to a US ground attack as Washington dispatched thousands of Marines to the region
Aussie Sam Kerr has shrugged off the Matildas defeat in the Asian Cup to score for English side Chelsea
Brittany Spears has reportedly remained sober since her DUI arrest earlier this month
Friends star Lisa Kudrow has admitted she’s only now catching up on the show
There are reports icon Kylie Minogue will star at the 2026 AFL Grand Final
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Hosts: Grace Rouvray & Claire Murphy
Guests:

Carly Dober, Director of the Australian Association of Psychologists
Lisa Torney, Sex & Relationship Counsellor
Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy
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Anthony Albanese has hit back at Donald Trump, after the US President took a swipe at Australia and a string of allies, for not getting more involved in the war against Iran.

Drivers could see petrol costs reduced by 26c a litre, under a coalition proposal to halve the fuel excise as the Middle East conflict drags on.
Jackie O Henderson could be dragged into a bitter legal battle, brought by her former co-host Kyle Sandilands over his record $100 million radio contract dispute.

Taylor Swift has made her first public appearance this year, attending the iHeart Radio Music Awards with fiancé, Travis Kelce.
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Host: Ailish Delaney
Audio Producer: Taylah Strano
Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy
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From a landmark lawsuit on social media addiction to a humanoid robot making an appearance at the White House, the internet moves so fast that if you blink, you’ve missed half of it.
This week, we’re unpacking the three tech stories you need to be across. We look at the Los Angeles jury that found Meta and Google liable for millions in damages, marking a massive win in the fight against app features designed to hook minors.
Plus, we’re stepping inside the White House where Melania Trump has welcomed a human-shaped AI guest to pitch the future of 'robot teachers'.
And, why has OpenAI suddenly pulled the plug on its viral video-generation tool, Sora? We’re joined by futurist Mark Pesce to unpack it all.
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The IOC has banned trans women from competing in female Olympic events from 2028
Panic fuel buying is about price rises not shortage fears
Cyclone Narelle has strengthened to a category 4 as it tracks towards the WA coast today
Kyle Sandilands will make his first court appearance today to fight his contract termination
Prince William says he's considering dumping his beard in favour of a moustache
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Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy
Guest: Mark Pesce, Futurist & Honorary Associate at Sydney University
Audio Producer: Jacob Round
Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy
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A U.S. jury has ordered Google and Meta to pay $4.3 million after finding them liable for social media addiction

PM Anthony Albanese has called a second emergency meeting with state leaders to manage the growing fuel crisis
Australia’s medical regulator is planning a major shake-up of sunscreen rules
Hero Ahmed Al Ahmed has been awarded a key to the city
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Host: Tahli Blackman
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We’ve only just cooled down from the steamy fourth season of Bridgerton, but the next lead has officially been confirmed, and it’s a major departure from the original books.
As speculation reaches a fever pitch, we’re indulging in everything we know about the much-anticipated fifth season.
Today, we sit down with Grace Rouvray from the Watch Party podcast to unpack the reveal of Francesca Bridgerton and Michaela Stirling, exploring the internet’s reaction to the gender-swap and why the show decided to skip over Eloise for now.
Plus, we investigate the future of Lady Whistledown and whether we’ll be waiting years for the next chapter of the ton to drop on Netflix
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Aussies bracing for supermarket shock as experts warn grocery prices will rise slowly as diesel shortages hit the supply chain
US Today Show host Savannah Guthrie has given her first interview since the abduction of her mother
OpenAI is shutting down Sora, the app users used to create deep fakes of public figures
An Iranian official says the US 15 point peace plan is still being considered
Australia's Foreign Minister has warned Israel against occupying Lebanon
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Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy
Guest: Grace Rouvray, Host of Watch Party
Audio Producer: Lu Hill
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