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  1. 2 hr ago • 7am+ Only

    Arrests and curfews: The French protest crackdown

    In France, thousands of arrests have been made and partial curfews imposed across the country, after a weekend of protests that spiralled into violence and looting.   The protest movement, which began four weeks ago with students demanding better conditions at high schools, culminated in half a million people protesting the rising cost of living on the weekend.   In some areas, shops were looted, and buildings torched.  Protests have also broken out in other parts of Europe – including Spain, Belgium and Italy.  The French President Emmanuel Macron, has now demanded a full security review and “new operational methods” to end the rioting.  Today, writer Sarah Wilson from Paris, on how the protests turned violent, and what it all means for the future of politics in France, and across Europe.  If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support. Socials: Stay in touch with us on Instagram Guest: Writer Sarah Wilson Photo: Oualid Abdellaoui / JNA PRESS

    Arrests and curfews: The French protest crackdown

  2. 9 hr ago

    The Helen Haines attack: Why ‘we have no right to be surprised’

    Yesterday afternoon Independent MP Helen Haines was returning to her electorate office in the regional Victorian town of Wangaratta, when she was struck by a white Toyota LandCruiser.  Witnesses described seeing the car make a u-turn, and then ram Haines against a vehicle, before reversing and hitting her a second time. A local barbershop owner ran to the driver’s side of the vehicle, removed a knife from the man’s pocket, and wrestled him to the ground.  The alleged attacker, who has now been identified as 43 year old Tarrawingee man Brendan Nugent, was then arrested by police at the scene.  Helen Haines was taken to hospital in a critical condition, and has lost her leg in the attack.  The AFP and Victorian police are investigating, and identifying potential charges, with the AFP saying it appears to be an “isolated incident”, with no known threats connected to the matter. Meanwhile the head of ASIO is warning that elevated levels of grievance, intolerance and polarisation have continued to create a "permissive environment of violence" Today in a special episode, columnist and broadcaster Waleed Aly on our changing attitudes to political violence, and why this moment should be a turning point for politics and for all Australians   If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.   Socials: Stay in touch with us on Instagram Guest: Columnist and broadcaster Waleed Aly Photo: AAP Image/Lukas Coch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Helen Haines attack: Why ‘we have no right to be surprised’

  3. 21 hr ago

    Lying, misconduct and coverup claims: The Greens in crisis

    The Greens are in crisis mode after one of their senators was accused of inappropriate conduct towards women.  On Monday the party held an emergency meeting after an explosive statement from Jordon Steele-John, denying the allegations and accusing the new party leader of lying. An internal Greens investigation is underway.  But what could be more politically damaging than the claims against Senator Steele-John, is the Greens alleged coverup of misconduct claims against him. Today, journalist Rachel Withers on the investigation, the secret dossier to contain the crisis, and what the events of the last week tell us about the Greens.    If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.   Socials: Stay in touch with us on Instagram Guest: Journalist Rachel Withers Photo: AAP Image/Mick Tsikas See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Lying, misconduct and coverup claims: The Greens in crisis

  4. 1 day ago

    The Herzog protest inquiry police wanted kept private

    On February 9, thousands of people gathered at Sydney Town Hall to protest the visit of Israeli president Isaac Herzog.They wanted to march to state parliament, but police were blocking their way. The scenes that followed were shocking: 10 officers and dozens of protesters – some in their 70s and 80s – were injured in the violent clashes that unfolded.Now, after hundreds of complaints of police brutality, the law enforcement watchdog is today opening its investigation into what officers did, how the operation was planned and who gave the orders.Today, Managing Partner at Marque Lawyers, Michael Bradley, on who should be held accountable for the violence at Town Hall – and why NSW Police fought to keep the investigation behind closed doors.   If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.   Socials: Stay in touch with us on Instagram Guest: Managing partner at Marque Lawyers, Michael Bradley Photo: AAP Image/Flavio Brancaleone See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Herzog protest inquiry police wanted kept private

  5. 2 days ago

    The fake orphans trafficked to Australia

    For decades, thousands of South Korean children were adopted into families overseas, including here in Australia. Many grew up believing they were orphans, only to discover years later that their identities had been falsified, their biological families were still alive and, in some cases, they were victims of human trafficking. An investigation in South Korea last year exposed widespread fraud and abuse in the country's international adoption industry. Now, an Australian government inquiry is underway, examining Australia's role, what authorities knew and how these children were allowed to be brought into the country. Today, Martin McKenzie-Murray on the fake orphans trafficked to Australia, and the fight to uncover the truth about their adoptions. This episode first aired in May 2025.   If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.   Socials: Stay in touch with us on Instagram Guest: Associate Editor of the Saturday Paper, Martin McKenzie-Murray Photo: AP Photo/Ahn Young-joon See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The fake orphans trafficked to Australia

  6. 3 days ago

    Is Josh Frydenberg coming for Angus Taylor?

    In politics, there’s nothing quite like a book launch to remind everyone you’re here if they need.  Josh Frydenberg is back, with a new book, some pointed criticism of his party, and perhaps an eye on a return to Canberra. Meanwhile, Angus Taylor is steering the Liberals firmly to the right, although even that hasn’t spared him a heckling from the conservative faithful. For Anthony Albanese, it’s a welcome distraction from what has been a torrid couple of weeks for the government. His own MPs are getting restless, and the prime minister's own confidence isn’t proving contagious. Today, columnist Paul Bongiorno on the Liberals’ competing visions, Labor’s midterm blues, and a prime minister waiting for the wind to change.    If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.   Socials: Stay in touch with us on Instagram Guest: Press gallery veteran Paul Bongiorno Photo: AAP Image/Sarah Wilson See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Is Josh Frydenberg coming for Angus Taylor?

  7. 4 days ago

    Could Trump wage another war in the Middle East?

    After a decade of fighting and billions spent on American weapons, Saudi Arabia still hasn’t defeated the Houthis.   Instead, the Iranian-backed armed movement from Yemen, one of the Middle East’s poorest countries, is breaching Saudi defences with cheap drones and missiles, striking airports and oil infrastructure.  This week, an attack on the passenger terminal at Riyads’s international airport killed 13 people and injured at least 320. With the US already fighting a war with Iran, Saudi Arabia is now pressing Donald Trump to intervene against the Houthis. But is Trump prepared to open another front in the Middle East in order to help a country in which his family has business interests? Today, Journalist Akbar Shahid Ahmed on the continued rise of the Houthis, and the pressure on Trump to intervene.    If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.   Socials: Stay in touch with us on Instagram Guest: Diplomatic Correspondent at The Washington Sun, Akbar Shahid Ahmed Photo: EPA/YAHYA ARHAB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Could Trump wage another war in the Middle East?

  8. 5 days ago

    The productivity problem driving up interest rates

    For generations, Australians could reasonably expect that their lives would be more prosperous than their parents.  But over recent years, that bargain has started to break down.  Productivity growth has barely moved for a decade. We’re working more hours, without producing much more for each hour we work, and that stagnation is showing up in incomes, living standards and rising interest rates.  Now with economic growth under pressure, the government is betting that new technology, particularly artificial intelligence, can help turn things around. Today, Productivity Commission Chair Danielle Wood, on why Australia has stopped becoming more productive, whether AI can change that, and what happens if it can’t.   If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.   Socials: Stay in touch with us on Instagram Guest: Productivity Commission Chair Danielle Wood Photo: AAP Image/Dean Lewins See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The productivity problem driving up interest rates
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