Is the Strait of Hormuz open or not? And what happens once this ceasefire deal ends later this week?

We're bringing in two foreign correspondents to unpack what played out in the Middle East this weekend and what renewed peace talks could bring between Iran and the US in the coming days.

🗞️ HEADLINES

• Iran and the US could meet for a new round of peace talks in the coming days
• Ben Roberts-Smith has asked for his family's privacy to be respected as he intends to fight all allegations of war crimes
• King Charles will mark his late mother's 100th birthday with a national address
• Alec Baldwin is reportedly headed back to court over fatal film set shooting
• Madonna joins Sabrina Carpenter on stage for Coachella weekend two

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Host: Taylah Strano

Guests:

Steve Clemons, Journalist & Editor-At-Large for The National Interest

Ali Hashem, Senior Al Jazeera correspondent

Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy

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Are you feeling a bit “meh”? Like every day is on repeat and you’re craving something to shake things up? In this episode of But Are You Happy, clinical psychologist Dr. Anastasia Hronis breaks down why we get stuck in ruts—and how to tell whether it’s just a temporary slump or something deeper like anxiety or depression. You'll also learn:

• Practical strategies to help you break out of a rut
• The symptoms of depression and how to seek support
• Ways to rediscover what brings you real joy
• How to tap into the three P’s: pleasure, progress, and purpose

If you or someone you know needs support, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636. Both services are available 24/7 for free, confidential mental health support.

Want to get in touch with us? DM @butareyouhappypod on Instagram or send us a voice memo. Our hosts are ready to hear your dilemmas—think of it as free therapy!

CREDITS:

Hosts: Ashani Dante & Dr Anastasia Hronis

Executive Producer: Naima Brown

Senior Producer: Tahli Blackman

Audio Producer: Jacob Round

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on.

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🗞️ HEADLINES

• Australia's most-decorated living soldier Ben Roberts-Smith has been granted bail after being charged with war crimes

• Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has pushed back on fresh criticism from Donald Trump, after the US President again called out Australia over support in the Strait of Hormuz

• Australia won’t increase its fuel-security measures, the PM says, despite a fire wiping out nearly half of petrol production at one of the country's only refineries

• Prince Harry and Meghan have met survivors of the Bondi Beach terror attack as they wind up their Australian tour

• Los Angeles Police say singer D4VD has been arrested on suspicion of murder, months after the decomposed body of a teenage girl was found in his Tesla

• Tom Cruise is officially returning as Maverick for Top Gun 3

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🎙️ CREDITS

Host: Ailish Delaney

Audio Producer: Scott Stronach

Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy

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