Hanson fundraiser hit by protests; fire union corruption fight; athlete dies in Thailand

Trump hosts cage fighting at White House for 80th birthday

Donald Trump is celebrating his 80th birthday by hosting a cage fighting show at the White House, with a temporary arena called 'the claw' built on the South Lawn to accommodate 4,000 spectators. The event is being held as negotiations continue over a deal to end the Iran conflict, though Israel's overnight strikes on Lebanon have complicated discussions and Iran indicates the deal may be delayed beyond the president's birthday. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Deadly skydiving plane crash in Missouri

A single-engine plane crashed moments after takeoff from Butler Memorial Airport south of Kansas City, Missouri, killing all 12 people on board including the pilot and at least 11 skydivers. Witnesses reported the aircraft made a sharp left turn before crashing near the runway and bursting into flames around 11:30 a.m. local time. Emergency crews extinguished the blaze but all victims died at the scene. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Shark cull considered after Coogee Beach attack

A 35-year-old woman remains in critical condition after being attacked by a three and a half metre great white shark at Coogee Beach in Sydney's eastern suburbs. The incident marks the fourth shark attack in Sydney this year, prompting the New South Wales government to consider shark culling measures, which had previously been ruled out. The attack occurred in unusual conditions—mid-morning on a sunny day with clear water—raising concerns about the increasing shark population in Sydney waters. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Pauline Hanson leads as preferred prime minister

Polling data shows One Nation leader Pauline Hanson leading as preferred prime minister with 33 percent support, ahead of Anthony Albanese at 29 percent. The Coalition's primary vote has dropped to a record low of 20 percent, while One Nation's donation drive approaches four million dollars. Albanese maintains stronger support among inner city voters. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Pauline Hanson becomes Australia's preferred PM

Pauline Hanson has become Australia's preferred Prime Minister for the first time, with polling showing One Nation surging to 33% support ahead of Anthony Albanese at 29%. The party now leads the primary vote at 29% while the Coalition has dropped to a record low of 20%, with One Nation receiving nearly $4 million in political donations. Liberal leader Angus Taylor faces challenges as senior shadow minister Senator Jono Duniam announces his retirement, following Senator Wendy Askew's departure, potentially opening Senate seats for One Nation in Tasmania. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.