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- [warm] This is NewsCard Daily for Saturday April 4, 2026 ... the biggest stories from Australia and around the world in just minutes. — — [serious] We begin in Canberra where Minister Anthony Albanese addresses the nation tonight at 7 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time. He outlines the government's response to the escalating Middle East conflict ... simucast on TV and radio nationwide. This comes as the war hits home ... driving up costs for Australian families and businesses. — — [urgent] The federal fuel excise cut kicks in today ... easing pain at the pump amid global tensions. Small businesses get a lifeline too ... with the ATO offering tax relief for those struggling to pay up. Economists warn the Middle East chaos could spike inflation here ... hurting everyday Aussies. — — [curious] In Melbourne ... a wild free fuel frenzy erupts outside a petrol station. Dozens line up for a $100,000 giveaway ... horns blaring ... tempers flaring. Motorists desperate to fill up for nothing ... a rare bright spot in these high-price days. — — [serious] Now to the economy's dark side ... experts detail how the Middle East war slams Australia's bottom line. Oil prices soar ... supply chains snap ... jobs at risk in export sectors. Treasurer Chalmers urges calm ... but families feel the squeeze on groceries and bills right now. — — [urgent] Overseas ... Donald Trump claims the U.S. ends its Iran campaign in two to three weeks. In a fiery national address ... he boasts of bombing Iran's largest bridge ... and blasts allies for not joining the fight. The White House teases another update tomorrow. — — [serious] Trump repeats calls for more support from partners like Australia ... as the conflict ripples worldwide. Our region watches closely ... with trade routes threatened and security on high alert. — — [warm] That's NewsCard Daily. For more top stories and quick summaries that keep you informed in minutes, download NewsCard ... available in the App Store.