10 May 2025 - Saturday Squiz

There have been 2 astonishing election results in one week - what a treat... This weekend, if you have an ‘indoor kid’, a beany brunch feed, or anything else you’d like to share, hit reply.

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This week’s top 5 news stories

We suspect the fallout from last weekend’s election will be on the list for a while yet…

1. Labor’s landslide - There are so many ways to say ‘Labor won, the Liberals lost, the Greens tanked in the House of Reps, and the Teals held on’. It was a result for the ages… All eyes are on how the Liberals rebuild after a record-setting defeat, and there’s a particular focus on how (or rather, if…) they will build bridges with women.

2. We have a pope - He’s American - and holds Peruvian citizenship. He’s a recent appointment to the Vatican by Pope Francis. He’s partial to a weekly game of tennis… Meet Pope Leo XIV.

3. Can’t buy thy neighbour - Canada’s PM Mark Carney has made his first visit to the White House to meet with US President Donald Trump since being election in April - but he’s not kissing the ring. Though keeping things civil, the PM explained his country’s position using Trump’s own language - real estate - insisting Canada is not for sale.

4. A tragedy in Harristown - We didn’t cover this one this week, but it dominated the headlines in Queensland on Wednesday morning. Three children have died after a house fire in Toowoomba, with their 36yo mother under police guard at the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital.

5. Gone bench hopping - Adding to the Coalition’s political disarray, the CLP’s senator from Alice Springs Jacinta Nampijinpa Price has announced she’s jumping ship to sit with the Liberal Party, saying she’ll be “more effective” there. The Coalition is set to meet in Canberra this Tuesday to elect a new party leader.

It’s you against the news…

Reckon you know which music legend made a long-awaited return to the Met Gala? Test your knowledge at the Squiz Quiz.

Shot of the Week

Slight humble brag from PM Anthony Albanese outside Parliament House with his crew of new MPs - that’s a lot of new name tags to be made... As he gets underway with the job of confirming ministers for his cabinet, there’s a bit of a tussle between different factions within the Labor Party, so it’s not over just yet…

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In the Kitchen

Beans and eggs - a humble duo that can take on so many forms, and this take on a shakshuka is a cracker. Perfect for an at-home brunch this Mother’s Day or a no-fuss weeknight dinner, this one-pan wonder is great to add to your repertoire - and really, anytime there’s feta involved, you can count us in.

What we Shortcut for you this week

The election result - Well, here we are on the flip side - Labor has been returned to government in a resounding win over the Coalition, which is staring down the barrel of its worst-ever election result. Read up on why it was notable and what it means for the shape of the next parliament here or listen to the podcast here.

Critical minerals - They’ve been in the news a lot lately, particularly in relation to world conflicts and trade deals, so we thought we’d take a look at what they are, what they’re used for, and why they’re considered to be critical… You can read more here or listen to the podcast here.

Squiz the Week

Saturday - After a new trade deal between the US and UK was signed on Friday, top economic officials from China and the US will meet in Geneva to discuss trade. And the Wallaroos will take on New Zealand in the Women's Rugby Union Pacific Four Series in Newcastle - kick off is at 3pm, catch it on Stan Sport

Sunday - It’s Mother’s Day - have a great day to those who celebrate…

Monday - Australian Fashion Week gets underway in Sydney, while the Philippines heads to the polls in a general election

Tuesday - In New York this morning, opening statements will be heard in the criminal trial of music mogul Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs on charges of sex trafficking and racketeering - it's expected to last up to 8 weeks. Over in France, the Cannes International Film Festival begins, with new films from directors Wes Anderson and Ari Aster.

Wednesday - Set your alarms, the Semi Final 1 of Eurovision kicks off at 5am, with WA’s Milkshake Man Go-Jo hoping to prove why on earth Australia participates in a European song contest… Watch that on SBS on Demand. Also, Olympic cyclist Rohan Dennis will face sentencing over the death of his wife and fellow Olympian Melissa Hoskins.

Thursday - Nakba Day marks the anniversary of the beginning of the Arab-Israeli war when the Palestinian population were expelled from their land. It’s one to clock because US President Donald Trump will be on a 3-day visit to the region

Friday - It’s a quick turnaround - the Eurovision Semi Final 2 is back on at 5am (with the grand final on Sunday morning our time). And Aussie Oscar Piastri is set to light up the track in the Italian F1 in the qualifying rounds (and the race is late Sunday night our time) - watch on Kayo.

*All times in AEST