ISIS Exit & Australian Citizens: Kurdish media says the last known Australian ISIS-linked families are leaving Syria, with seven women and 14 children reportedly arriving in Damascus from Roj camp—while Australia’s stance on returning citizens remains a flashpoint. Anti-Muslim Politics: A new poll shows Pauline Hanson’s One Nation surging, potentially becoming the largest opposition force after a burqa stunt. Immigration Detention Under Fire: Investigations into the US-run system behind Australia’s detention network point to escapes, fires, stabbings and staffing failures. Gambling Meets Politics: US prediction markets are reportedly taking bets on Australian elections and even Albanese’s parliamentary wording, raising fresh regulator and harm concerns. Fuel Crunch Watch: The government is preparing for longer-term fuel risks as Middle East disruptions tighten global supply. Safety Shock: A 39-year-old dies after a shark attack off Queensland’s Cassowary Coast—Australia’s second fatal attack in weeks. Health Push: Bulk-billing rates jump nationally in early 2026, with Victoria and NSW among the biggest improvers.