The man accused of killing 15 year old Cassius Turvey has pleaded not guilty; New app announced to help curb number of people vaping; Donald Trump says he'll consider an exemption for Australia for new tariffs on steel and aluminium; Kanye West departs social platform X but not before dissing Taylor Swift.

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A nationwide shortage of ADHD medication is causing widespread concern, as thousands of Australians face the possibility of going without their essential prescriptions.

With the new school year underway, parents are particularly worried about how this shortage could impact their children's ability to learn and focus in the classroom.

Plus, the Minister for Women joins us to discuss the government's newly announced multi-billion dollar women's health initiative and what it means for Australian women.

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The Hon. Katy Gallagher, Minister for Women

Ailish Delaney, Mamamia News Writer

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Taylor Swift receives chilly reception at Superbowl 59; Stronger whistleblower protections could have spared vulnerable Australians from scandals like robodebt; Labor aims to advance key policies ahead of the federal election, including tax credits for renewable hydrogen and critical minerals; The federal government will cap the cost of 30 essential grocery items at major city prices in 76 remote Indigenous stores.

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The third instalment of Rebecca Yarros' Empyrean series has landed, and fans around the world are already sharing their wildest theories about what's next for Violet and Xaden.

Today we're diving into the global phenomenon that is 'Onyx Storm', breaking down the incredible response, the most compelling fan theories, and what this means for the future of fantasy romance.

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Guest: Alyssa Kelly, co-host of the Main Character Syndrome podcast

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Belle Gibson fooled not only her hundreds of thousands of followers, but the most prestigious book publishers in Australia, the tech giants of silicon valley and even her family and friends into believing she was something she was not: sick.

If today, her name is synonymous with the weighty infamy of a notorious scam, there was a time before that, when she was celebrated as an inspiration.

On this episode of Extraordinary Stories, we look at the rise of Belle Gibson.

From tall tales in school drama classes to international acclaim and influence, how did Annabelle Natalie Gibson become the pinup girl for the wellness movement?

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Listen to part three here

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RESOURCES WE USED:

The Woman Who Fooled The World by Beau Donnelly and Nick Toscano

Fake Medicine by Brad Mckay

The Girl Who Conned Us All by Clair Weaver https://www.nowtolove.com.au/news/real-life/belle-gibson-the-whole-story-10129

https://www.nowtolove.com.au/news/local-news/belle-gibson-speaks-for-the-first-time-since-her-whole-pantry-controversy-13532

With thanks to Tara Brown from 60 Minutes

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Former Police Officer will learn his fate for tasering and killing a 95 year old today; US President Donald Trump announces new 'faith office' at White House; Australia kept out of prob into methanol poisoning deaths of two Aussie teens in Laos; New study says Ai could take large chunk of tasks in computer jobs.

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Have you ever heard of underconsumption core? The trend is set to be our new mantra in 2025, as more people embrace the art of buying less and living more mindfully.

Today we explore why this anti-consumption movement is resonating so strongly, especially for those who've fallen victim to the late night online shopping binge and the pressure of constant haul culture.

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President Donald Trump's aides defend his Gaza Strip comments; Expansion of laws as Semitic crimes ramp up; New development in child serial killer Lucy Letby's case; Gisele Bundchen welcomes third child.

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Host/Producer: Alix Nicholson

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