Morning News Bulletin 8 February 2025

A plan for the government to combat antisemitism... reports the U-S will change requirements for Australia to guarantee AUKUS submarines... and Novak Djokovic through to face Jannik Sinner in the semi-finals at Wimbledon 

Russia launches a major attack on Ukraine as the US considers its reaction; Police charge seven people allegedly involved in the so-called blessings scam; and in sport, Queensland clinches the state of origin series. 

The renewable energy sector says Australia has the business and trade opportunity of a lifetime, Survivors mark the 30th anniversary of Europe's only acknowledged genocide since World War II, Carlton coach Michael Voss acknowledges threats on his life amid the Blues struggling se ... Show More

Trump immigration crackdown expands as ICE begins Chicago operation; New breakthrough keeps Gaza ceasefire in effect; Rain storm batters L.A., threatening mudslides as residents return after wildfires; and more on tonight’s broadcast. 

UN chief leads condemnation for New Orleans truck attackIsraeli strike on ‘humanitarian zone’ kills three brothers in Gaza tent as harsh winter rains fallVenezuela in human rights spotlight ahead of Presidential inauguration 

Hurricane Milton continues to strengthen as millions along Florida’s Gulf Coast brace for impact. In the early days of the pandemic in 2020, then-President Donald Trump sent Russian President Vladimir Putin hard-to-find tests for COVID 19, according to the new book ‘War’ by Bob W ... Show More

Towns in the Central West of NSW have been inundated by floodwaters this week.  Residents of Forbes were told to leave town with the Lachlan River forecast to hit a new record. There were wild scenes across a number of small towns on Monday: more than 100 people were rescued by h ... Show More

At least 24 people have been killed and more than 10,000 properties destroyed in the Los Angeles wildfires.  Australia’s bushfire season puts the country on edge every year – especially across our regions - but could major cities here also be at risk?  In this episode of The Brie ... Show More

The first year of the Albanese government has been marked by division and rancour. Misinformation, racist abuse and ugly campaigning on the voice referendum left the nation bitter and exhausted. Meanwhile, more Australians are struggling with the cost-of-living crisis, adding gro ... Show More

The Queensland Government has announced its venue plans for the Brisbane Olympics. Despite once promising he wouldn't build a new stadium, the Premier now says he was left with no other choice. 

Source: Israel's cabinet to vote on ceasefire deal on Friday; Growing concern about mudslides after Southern California wildfires; White House won't implement law if TikTok ban goes into effect, officials say; and more on tonight’s broadcast. 

The Northern Territory election delivered an unmitigated disaster for Labor over the weekend, with the Country Liberal party sweeping to power on a promise to be tough on crime. Tamsin Rose speaks to Guardian Australia political editor Karen Middleton and Queensland state corresp ... Show More