As the weather warms up, reports show that flu rates have dropped, as has COVID and even whooping cough is starting to turn around - so what viruses are taking people down as we head into summer? And is MSG actually as bad for you as everyone thinks? Guest: Dr Norman Swan, host of What's That Rash? podcast and RN's The Health Report…

Throughout The Moogai, Indigenous Lore becomes its own character as the horror film takes startling twists and turns. The Moogai, follows a new mum who starts to see a malevolent spirit trying to take away her children - linking back to the intergenerational trauma of stolen generation. Guests: The Moogai writer and director Jon Bell, and star Meyn…

Ukrainian officials have released a video that appears to show North Korean soldiers lining up to collect Russian army uniforms and other gear, apparently to join the war against Ukraine. It comes after the head of Ukraine's military intelligence claims about 11-thousand North Koreans were training in eastern Russia, and could join the war on Russi…

After building an audience with over 10 million YouTube subsirbers, TwoSet have announced they are no more. Elsewhere, a new Stuttgart production has sent 18 opera-goers to the medical tent. Guest: Russell Torrance, ABC Classic Mornings presenterPor Australian Broadcasting Corporation

King Charles and Queen Camilla are visiting Canberra today, as part of the monarch's first tour of Australia since taking the throne. The sovereign is set to greet crowds at the Australian War Memorial and then head to Parliament House to be welcomed by the Prime Minister. So, just how excited are monarchists feeling about the visit? Guest: Jai Mar…

Any hopes of a ceasefire in Gaza - after the killing of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar last week - have quickly faded, with Israeli air strikes killing dozens more Palestinians in the days since. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel's military will continue fighting until more than 100 Israeli hostages are released, and will remain in Gaza to p…

The Chief Political Correspondent for The Conversation Michelle Grattan joins RN Breakfast to discuss the latest developments in federal politics. Guest: Michelle GrattanPor Australian Broadcasting Corporation

In an upset over the weekend, Independent Jacqui Scruby is set to become the first teal MP in the New South Wales parliament, and is on track to snatch the traditionally blue-ribbon Sydney Northern Beaches seat of Pittwater. Liberal candidate Georgia Ryburn strongly criticised the Teals' campaign tactics and said it had been a challenging campaign …

The Coalition says it will invest five-billion dollars to fast-track construction of critical infrastructure - like water, power, sewerage and access roads - in new housing developments, if it's elected at the next Federal ballot. It says this will help unlock up to half a million homes in undeveloped greenfield corridors across the country. Guest:…

The New South Wales by-election of Pittwater looks set to deliver the first Teal in a state parliament, with candidate Jacqui Scruby holding a healthy lead. So, what does the loss mean for the Liberals? Guest: Kos Samaras, Director at RedBridge Group Australia and former Deputy Campaign Director of Labor Victoria Producer: Niamh Dunne…

Breakthroughs in genetic engineering could one day see animals like The Tasmanian Tiger, the Dodo and the Woolly Mammoth return from extinction. Genetics company Colossal are embarking on a project of 'de-extinction' to bring previously extinct species back to life on earth. Guest: Ben Lamm, Co-founder and CEO, Colossal Producer: Matt Simpson…

Dozens of people have been killed in northern Gaza and southern Lebanon over the weekend, as Israel intensified its air strikes against Hamas and Hezbollah. But a drone attack at the holiday home of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has highlighted a growing shift in the way Hezbollah militants, in particular, are trying to attack and the c…

In the US, Republican nominee Donald Trump has doubled down on his comments that the January 6 attacks on Capitol Hill were "a day of love" during a Fox news interview. It comes as the Presidential race heats up, with the latest polling figures show the seven crucial swing states split down the middle. Guest: Jonathan Alter, columnist, documentary …

New ABC podcast 'Mr Big' the latest series of Unravel is shining a light on an elaborate and controversial police technique designed to get confessions. The story starts with the murder of a Melbourne mother in 2008 - and takes many twists and turns. Guest: Alicia Bridges, journalist and host of the new series of 'Mr Big' the latest series of Unrav…

The Brisbane International Film Festival will open next week drawing thousands of film buffs to big screens across the city. Now in its 30th year, the festival celebrates the best of international, Australian and independent cinema. Guest: Luke Wheatley, CEO, Brisbane International Film Festival Producer: Madeleine Hanger…

In July last year, scientists made a remarkable discovery under the Pacific ocean floor - animals, including tubeworms and snails, were living there. And the way scientists made this discovery is astonishing and involved some incredible technology. Guest: Dr Jonathan Webb, ABC Science Editor Brainteaser (answer in the audio): What's next in this se…

As Canberrans gear up to vote in the ACT election tomorrow, Chief Minister Andrew Barr is urging voters to "keep Canberra progressive". The Labor leader says his Government takes "nothing for granted" and it's "important to have a mix of experience and fresh faces" in the Assembly and the Government. Guest: Andrew Barr, ACT Chief Minister Producer:…

As polling day looms in the Queensland state election, the Greens are targeting several inner-city seats. 47 is the magic number of seats needed for Labor or the LNP to form majority government, but there are predictions of a swing towards minor parties. Guest: Amy MacMahon, Member for South Brisbane Producer: Joanna Crothers…

King Charles is making his first visit to Australia since becoming the Monarch, and while Royal watchers will be following the King and Queen, so will the head of the UK Republic movement. Republicans have said they would like to see this visit as more of a "farewell tour." Guest: Graham Smith, CEO of Republic and author of Abolish the Monarchy, Wh…

The campaign trail in Queensland is still spanning the entire state, as both major parties attempt to swing votes in the remaining week before polling day. Analysts are predicting a win for the LNP, but can Labor stop a total wipe out? Guest: Cameron Dick, Queensland's Deputy Leader and Treasurer Producer: Joanna Crothers and Eleni Psaltis…

Political Editor for news.com.au Samantha Maiden and ABC Political lead and host of Insiders on ABC TV David Speers join RN Breakfast to discuss the latest developments in federal politics. Guest: David Speers, Samantha MaidenPor Australian Broadcasting Corporation

The Government is claiming a win after unemployment held steady in September, with tens of thousands of new jobs created. The Treasurer has rebuked Opposition criticism that the majority of the jobs were created in government funded sectors, telling Radio National Breakfast "care economy jobs are real jobs.. and there is a real snobiness at the cor…

Israel says its secured a major military victory in Gaza, killing Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar. But former Israeli peace negotiator Daniel Levy warns that while it's a significant development, it's unlikely to break the morale of Hamas or the broader Palestinian resistance movement. Guest: Daniel Levy, the President of the US-Middle East Project and a…

When Canberra voters head to the polls tomorrow, The ACT Liberals are hoping to end 23 years of the Labor governance. But a press conference this week made national headlines when opposition leader Elizabeth Lee raised her middle finger at a journalist. She's apologised for the action and is calling on voters to not judge her on one moment, but wha…

Premier Stephen Miles wants to use QSAC for track and field, which would make it the smallest Olympic stadium since 1928. The opposition says this would be 'an embarrassment'. Featuring: Professor John Quiggin, University of QueenslandPor Australian Broadcasting Corporation

British lawmakers this week have voted to approve in principle a bill to strip hereditary aristocrats of the right to sit and vote in the upper house. It's a right these nobles and their families have had for more than 700 years. The Labour Government says the decision will remove an “outdated and indefensible” relic of the past. Guest:Dan Snow, is…

Israel says its killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar. He was one of the chief architects of Hamas' attack on Israel on October 7 last year, which triggered Israel's full-scale invasion of Gaza. Guests: Efraim Halevy, former chief of the Mossad John Lyons, ABC's Global Affairs editorPor Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Two new Australian films with star-studded casts hit screens this week. A new animation from the Oscar winning director of Harvey Krumpet and He Ain't Heavy - .a film about a young woman who kidnaps her addict brother, locks him up in a room to force him into withdrawal. RN film critic and host of The Screen Show Jason Di Rosso joins RN Breakfast t…

Visual artist Spencer Tunick is renowned for his mass nude photo-shoots in world famous locations. Now Spencer Tunick is once again using Brisbane as his canvas, but this time will be taking his art to new heights. Guest: Spencer Tunick, Photographer Producer Matt SimpsonPor Australian Broadcasting Corporation

New data from the Australian Bureau of Statistic shows the total number of babies born in Australia in 2023 was the lowest in 17 years. Guest: Mark McCrindle, Social ResearcherPor Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Few books could be causing a bigger buzz that Tim Winton's new novel, Juice, which Claire Nichols says might take readers by surprise. Another big release for October is Robbie Arnott's new novel. It's called Dusk which is about an outlaw brother and sister on the hunt of puma. Guest: Claire Nichols, host of The Book Show…

It was a leadership debate where the tough questions were asked by the leaders themselves. Queensland Premier Steven Miles and Opposition Leader David Crisafulli laid out their vision for Queensland yesterday ... in their second leaders' debate ahead of the October 26 state election. So, who came out ontop? Guest: Paul Williams, Associate Professor…

Queensland sexual violence offences have dramatically increased over the past decade, yet youth crime offences — which have decreased in the state — continue to dominate the state's upcoming election debate. Queensland Sexual Assault Network has issued a 10-point plan for the next government to address sexual violence. Guest: Angela Lynch, lawyer, …

After three hours of heated debate, controversial abortion reforms were voted down by South Australia's upper house - nine members voted in favour of the bill and 10 against. The Live Births Amendment Bill, introduced by Liberal MLC Ben Hood, would have required mothers seeking abortions after 27 weeks and 6 days - an extremely rare occurrence - to…

The Chief Political Editor for 9News Charles Croucher joins RN Breakfast to discuss the latest developments in federal politics.Por Australian Broadcasting Corporation

The Australian government will gift Ukraine with aging tanks to aid its fight against Russia. It comes after the federal government initially insisted it had no plans to provide them.Por Australian Broadcasting Corporation

The increase in young people accessing the internet has seen an alarming corresponding upward trend in cases of online child sexual exploitation. And now - law enforcement is in an arms race against offenders who are using a rapidly evolving arsenal including generative AI, social media, bots and sextortion. Guest: Grace Tame, leading child protect…

The mystery of the hundreds of black tar sphere balls washed up on Sydney's Coogee Beach has been solved. But what are they and where did they come from? Featuring: Sharon Hook, CSIRO principal research scientistPor Australian Broadcasting Corporation

With the global space race heating up and becoming an increasingly contested and competitive frontier, Australia's first female astronaut says it's time Australia steps up in the global space renaissance. GUEST: Katherine Bennell-Pegg, Australian Astronaut and Space Systems EngineerPor Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has presented to his MPs his long awaited plan for victory. The plan revolves around five key points, including a formal invitation to join NATO and allies lifting restrictions on long-range strikes on Russia - key partners, including the US, have already seen the plan. Guest:John Foreman, former UK Defence A…

Samoan villagers are demanding compensation after a New Zealand naval ship sunk off the coast of their village. However, both countries authorities are disputing the damage caused and how much diesel leaked. Featuring: Louise Termouth, Radio New Zealand reporterPor Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Cub Sport has been forging their own path for 15 years, with fiercely vulnerable lyrics and dance anthems. The Brisbane band dropped by Radio National Breakfast as their prepare for Ability Fest. Featuring: Cub Sport; Tim Nelson, Sam Metterfield, Zoe Davis and Dan Puusaari.Por Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Ivan Cleary is the brains behind the Penrith Panthers and as coach has helped the team secure a rare four in row NRL Grand Final victory. But it hasn't always been an easy ride for the Premiership winning coach, he reveals the dark times that almost led him to quitting the sport he loves. Guest: Ivan Cleary, NRL coach & author of Not Everything Cou…

Australian broadcaster George Negus is being remembered as a powerful and charismatic journalist, following his death from Alzheimer's disease at 82 years of age. Negus began his career in politics during the Whitlam government but moved to newspapers and television, hosting the ABC's inaugural Foreign Correspondent and was a foundation reporter fo…

An environmental advocacy group has lodged a complaint with the consumer watchdog over claims Qantas has made on sustainability and climate. In 2024 Qantas was responsible for more than 17-million tonnes of CO2 globally, the equivalent of 4 per cent of Australia's annual carbon emissions. Guest:Claire Snyder, Director, Climate Integrity Producer:Ma…

Canada has expelled six top Indian diplomats over an investigation into the murder of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar in British Columbia in June. In response, India has expelled six high-ranking Canadian diplomats and withdrawn its envoy from Canada, marking a significant deterioration of diplomatic relations between the two countries.…

EWhile Queensland politicians ramp up for the final stretch of campaigning, Attorney-General Yvette D'Ath has been preparing for her exit from politics - after almost 17 years in the job. Ms D'Ath became a national figure during the COVID-19 pandemic as Health Minister at the time under then Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk. Guest: Yvette D'Ath, outgo…

The Albanese Government is taking action to stop businesses "ripping off" Australians by banning unfair trading practices under the Australian Consumer Law. Assistant Treasurer and Minister for Financial Services Stephen Jones told Radio National Breakfast the Government is looking to outlaw "sharp and tricky practices." Guest: Stephen Jones, Assis…

Independent Schools Australia is mounting a campaign ahead of the federal election to highlight funding concerns for private schools. They say the Greens are threatening government funding for private schools and that families who choose to send their kids to private schools feel 'betrayed by policies that threaten their educational choices.'" Gues…

As the Queensland state election looms, the housing crisis is a key concern for voters - and homelessness agencies - as they head to the polls. According to support agencies, promises from the major parties are focusing on intervention, rather than prevention. Featuring: Karyn Walsh, Micah Project, and Liz Colahan, Anglicare North Queensland…