New South Wales One National Leader Tania Mihailuk discusses the ACCC inquiry’s interim report slamming supermarket giants, Coles and Woolworths. “It’s really critical they are given this little support, the ACCC,” Ms Mihailuk said. “We want an outcome that actually involves consumers … the whole supply chain understanding where is all the money going.”

Hezbollah has confirmed its leader, Hassan Nasrallah is dead. The IDF says it targeted the nerve centre of Hezbollah headquarters in Beirut.

Sky News contributor Teena McQueen discusses the ACCC inquiry’s interim report slamming supermarket giants, Coles and Woolworths. “There’s got to be transparency,” Ms McQueen said. “People place so much trust in these [supermarkets].”

Residents across Florida's Big Bend area are assessing the damage caused by Hurricane Helene. A reported 44 people have died in the destruction. Rescue crews spent the day searching for stranded people.

In a cost-of-living crisis it seems the price of everything is going up, but in some good news, families will be paying less for childcare. Over a million Australian families have children in some form of care and they pay among the highest fees in the world. The government says some of that expense is being shaved down off the back of its increased subsidies.

Deakin University Global Islamic Politics Chair Professor Greg Barton says Israel will likely “press on” with a ground operation following the airstrikes in Beirut. Israel has launched a major round of airstrikes in Beirut, claiming to be targeting Hezbollah headquarters. “Israel is likely to press on with a ground operation,” Mr Barton told Sky News Australia. “Not necessarily to occupy, but to try and move ground forces in and take out further Hezbollah leadership and command posts in the south of Lebanon.”

Deakin University Global Islamic Politics Chair Professor Greg Barton says Israel has the “upper hand” in the conflict. Israel has launched a major round of airstrikes in Beirut, claiming to be targeting Hezbollah headquarters. “Israel appears to have the upper hand,” Mr Barton told Sky News Australia. “Mind you, we need to acknowledge this is at the consequence of very large numbers of civilian lives in Lebanon. “It’s a really tragic week for the people of Lebanon.”

The IDF has said it has eliminated Hezbollah Leader Hassan Nasrallah. This follows Israel’s strike on Beirut targeting Hezbollah leadership.

Former Howard government minister Peter McGauran discusses messaging from the RBA saying inflation needs to be lowered further before an interest rate cut is possible. Annual inflation fell from 3.5 per cent to 2.7 per cent in August, according to data released on Wednesday. “The RBA has asserted its authority and it’s in the driver’s seat,” Mr McGauran told Sky News Australia. “Jim Chalmers, supported by his mentor Wayne Swan, tried to intimidate the Reserve Bank a few weeks ago, and the Reserve Bank governor, Michele Bullock, has held firm and is now turning it back on the government. “She [Michele Bullock] has turned it back on the government and said you are among the driving forces of high inflation and therefore high interest rates.”

The Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke has accused the Greens and Coalition of using the war in Gaza for political gain - accusing the parties of inflaming local tensions. Speaking with the Daily Telegraph, Mr Burke contrasted what he called the Greens' 'performative outrage' with action by the federal government on Gaza. He also accused the Coalition of moving motions in Parliament solely for domestic political purposes. Mr Burke says he sees a direct connection between the Greens and Coalition's rhetoric - and the rise in antisemitic and Islamophobic incidents since the beginning of the war in Gaza.

Former Howard Minister Peter McGauran discusses the vice presidential debate between Republican candidate JD Vance and Democratic candidate Tim Walz. “It (the debate) is of some significance; it won’t determine the outcome of the election - it is still too close to call,” Mr McGauran told Sky News Australia. “Both candidates have to avoid stumbling or a major mistake that sets the whole campaign of their presidential nominees back a step or two.”

Russian President Vladimir Putin has been escalating his threats of nuclear retaliation in his war against Ukraine. Mr Putin says Russia may use nuclear warheads if Ukraine uses American-made weapons to strike targets within Russia.

The ACCC warns a gas shortage could affect Victoria in as little as three years. Despite Australia's ranking as a top natural gas exporter globally - local supplies are tightening. The consumer watchdog predicted a surplus between 26 and 35 petajoules by the end of March next year - but it estimates that number could be as low as 12. The decline is being blamed on an increase in contracted exports. Victoria's Energy Minister is overseeing new projects to store gas following government approval for new drilling sites.

Anti-oil activists have thrown soup on two Vincent Van Gogh paintings. Three protesters threw orange-coloured soup at Sunflowers 1888 and Sunflowers 1889 at the National Gallery in central London. They have since been arrested on suspicion of causing criminal damage. Hours earlier, two activists were given jail sentences for the same act on the same artwork in 2022.

US Vice President Kamala Harris holds a narrow lead over Donald Trump among registered voters in the crucial state of Pennsylvania. A Fox News poll shows Ms Harris has increased her lead among voter demographics including women and voters under 30. The battleground state of Pennsylvania is considered pivotal for both candidates in the race for the presidency.

New York City Mayor Eric Adams has pleaded not guilty to five counts of criminal offences which include bribery and fraud charges. The 64-year-old was indicted earlier this week on allegations he accepted illegal foreign campaign donations in exchange for his influence as mayor. He has denied any wrongdoing and told a New York court he has “followed the rules”.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has met Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump. Mr Trump claims if he wins November’s election, he will use his relationship with Russia’s President to find a solution to the war in Ukraine. “I also have a very good relationship, as you know, with President Putin, and I think if we win, I think we’re going to get it resolved very quickly,” Mr Trump said.

Israel’s airstrike on Beirut has killed at least six people and injured several others. Israel launched a massive airstrike on Hezbollah’s headquarters in southern Beirut, with the militant group’s leader Hassan Nasrallah believed to have been the target of the attack. A source close to the organisation says he is alive.

Racing Dreams tipping competition has reconvened to discuss the tips for week six of the spring season. Racing NSW’s Mark Brassel and The Daily Telegraph’s Shayne O’Cass joined Racing Dreams hosts Julie Snook and Tim Gilbert to discuss this week’s tips. The two revealed their tips for this week’s competitive races, along with some analysis. The tips for this week were placed on races in Rosehill, Kembla Grange, and Canberra. In partnership with Racing NSW.

Arrowfield’s John Messara has spoken to Racing Dreams host Tim Gilbert about 3-year-old filly ‘Autumn Glow’ following her great run in the Tea Rose. Mr Messara says he’s “very excited” about Autumn Glow’s third win in a row because it “emphatically showed that she’s pretty special”. “She’s met every hurdle; she’s jumped over every hurdle clearly, and we’re heading for bigger things, I think,” he said. In partnership with Arrowfield Stud.