2 May 2026 - Saturday Squiz

For your forward planning purposes, please be aware that the Met Gala is on Tuesday morning our time and the theme is ‘Fashion is Art’, so get ready to appreciate (aka hand down judgment…) some pretty out there outfits... This weekend, if you’re heading to the zoo, taking away the takeaway, or have anything else you’d like to share, hit reply.

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This week’s top 5 news stories

The week’s most mentioned news stories in Australia across TV, radio and print, according to media analytics firm Streem.

1. A very dramatic Correspondents’ Dinner - On Sunday morning Oz time, 31yo Cole Allen barrelled through a Secret Service checkpoint at the Washington Hilton in an alleged attempt to assassinate US President Donald Trump. One officer was shot, but he was protected by his bulletproof vest and is expected to make a full recovery. It’s the third time something like this has happened to Trump, so it’s no wonder there are conversations about the high political temperature in the US ahead of their mid-term elections in November.

2. Tragedy in Alice Springs - The body of Kumanjayi Little Baby, the 5yo girl who went missing last Saturday from the Old Timers town camp, was found on Thursday. Police have arrested 47yo Jefferson Lewis, who is suspected of abducting and murdering her. How did this happen when the safety risks to children in these town camps are clear? These are big questions that linger, says Liberal Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price.

3. Where are things at with the US and Iran? - Well, a ceasefire is still in place, and the deadline for that 60-day period during which Trump can be at war without US congressional approval is about to expire. He’s arguing that with the ceasefire, the US is technically not at war... Also, Team Trump is cool on Iran’s recent proposal over the nuclear program, so long story short, there’s a long way to go to resolve things.

4. A re-attempt at returning home - An Australian family has left a Syrian detention camp and is trying to get to Oz for the second time in recent months. The group of 13, including 4 women and 9 children, has travelled to Damascus as a first step out, but the Australian Government say they’re not assisting. The family has been warned that they’ll face the full force of the law upon their return…

5. And the interim report is in… - The Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion (aka the inquiry post the Bondi mass shooting in December) has made 14 recommendations focused on boosting counterterrorism efforts - and PM Anthony Albanese says they’ll be adopted. You can read them all here. And for your news radar next week, the first block of public hearings begins on Monday.

It’s you against the news…

Reckon you know the name of the Aussie actor who plays the love interest in The Devil Wears Prada 2 that hit the big screen this week? Test your news knowledge from the last week with the Squiz Quiz.

Pic of the week

Queen Camilla stepped out to the White House state dinner held in her and King Charles’ honour in Washington DC adorned in these historic jewels this week. The amethyst and diamond jewels belonged to Queen Victoria’s mother, and it’s noteworthy that Queen Elizabeth II thought they were a bit too much bling… Looks heavy…

Winter is coming...

Aussies (should) know that the potential for UV damage doesn't go away when the temperatures drop, and that's why daily SPF is one of those year-round habits worth forming. If you're fresh outta sunscreen post-summer, iHerb has a buy one, get one 50% off deal across its SPF range until 9 June, with products for face, body and sensitive skin. It’s better to be safe than sorry…

In the Kitchen

These teriyaki salmon bowls are a comforting but not too heavy weeknight meal. Make them with rice or noodles, and add whatever veggies you have on hand. It’s a healthy and easy meal that still feels a bit takeaway fabulous.

What we Shortcut for you this week

The fight against illegal tobacco - The illegal tobacco trade has been back in the news lately, with industry experts saying that organised crime is on track to supply all of our tobacco and nicotine products by 2030. So in this Squiz Shortcut, we'll take a look at what's happening with the tobacco industry in Australia and what’s being done about it… Read that here or listen up.

What’s changed since Port Arthur - This week marks 30 years since the Port Arthur massacre, when a lone gunman opened fire at the historical site in Tasmania, killing 35 people and injuring another 23. As many of us know, it led to big changes in Australia… So in this Squiz Shortcut, we’ll look at what happened at Port Arthur, the changes it led to, and what’s happened since… Read here or listen to the pod here.

Squiz the Week

Saturday - People on the Mornington Peninsula are heading to the polls for the Nepean by-election. And at 5pm the women’s A-League semi-final first leg between Melbourne Victory v Melbourne City is on at AAMI Park in Melbourne, watch on 10play.

Sunday - Japan’s PM Sanae Takaichi arrives in Australia for a 4-day visit.

Monday - The F1 Miami Grand Prix starts at 6am - you can watch that on Kayo. The first block of hearings for the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion begins - they’re continuing until 15 May. And May the fourth be with you, it’s Star Wars Day…

Tuesday - As mentioned, the Met Gala red carpet begins at 8am - you can watch the livestream here. And the Reserve Bank will announce its interest rates decision at 2.30pm.

Wednesday - At 8pm, Aussie Nikita Tszyu and Spain's undefeated Oscar Diaz will box at Newcastle Entertainment Centre - watch that on Kayo.

Thursday - It’s Budget day in Western Oz. And Hugh Jackman’s new film The Sheep Detectives will be released in Australian cinemas (and yes, it’s about sheep who become detectives…)

Friday - And the winners of the Archibald, Wynne and Sulman Prizes art prizes will be announced at the Art Gallery of NSW - they’ll be on display until 16 August.

*Times in AEST