Why This Migrant Councillor Pushed to Mandate English on Local Signage
Esther Kim values multiculturalism but says English is the ‘common foundation.’
Opposition Calls for Cut to Top Tax Rate Below 40 Percent, Migration Cut to 180,000
Senator Andrew Bragg said keeping net overseas migration (NOM) below an average of 180,000 a year could address the current housing shortfall.
Labor Rejects Link Between Roberts-Smith Case and New Rules for Top Prosecutor
A senator has queried why the government is seeking to change how it handles conflicts of interest involving the Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions.
Australia’s Fair Work Mandates $31 Per Hour Minimum Wage for Uber Eats, DoorDash Workers
The ruling also requires the platforms to arrange and pay for basic personal accident insurance.
Commonwealth Bank Posts Near $11 Billion Profit, Warns of Slowing Economy
CBA’s net profit rose 7 percent to $10.9 billion, while revenue increased 7 percent to $30.2 billion.
Why is the US Betting $400 Million on This Little-Known Mineral in Australia?
Scandium is used to produce ultra-high-strength alloys needed for the most advanced fighter jets.
He Survived a Bow-and-Arrow Attack, Now He’s Speaking Out Again After a Shopkeeper’s Death
On the weekend, hundreds came out to protest after the death of a Good Samaritan during a youth crime spree.
2 Former Chinese Military Servicemembers Arrested in South Korea for Alleged Espionage
One of the suspects was a Chinese national in his 60s.
China’s Local Authorities Seek to Claw Back Old Bonuses as Fiscal Crisis Deepens
Officials in some regions are demanding workers return bonuses and pandemic subsidies paid years ago as local governments struggle with declining revenue.
What Sunlight Can Do for Your Retina
Research shows daily sunlight exposure can prevent myopia in children and protect against cataracts and glaucoma in adults.
The One-Room Schoolhouse Is Making a Comeback. We Visited One.
‘Our goal is to resurrect the one-room schoolhouse as a place where siblings and neighbors learn together,’ one founder said.
Plank Science: 6 Plank Exercises to Build Core Strength
Planks are great for strengthening your core, including the deep muscles of your trunk. These six plank variations can elevate your core to new heights.
The Gray Ghost and the Union General: An Unlikely American Friendship
A fierce Confederate guerrilla and a Union general forged an unexpected bond to champion postwar reconciliation.
Australian Shipbuilder Gets $1.7 Billion Offer for US Operations
South Korean conglomerate Hanwha has made a tentative US$1.05 billion to US$1.2 billion offer for Austal’s US business.
Victorian Premier Delays Work-From-Home Laws Until After Election
Victorian Premier Ben Carroll announced that the legislation will take effect on July 1, 2027, instead of the scheduled date of Sept. 1, 2026.
Westpac Bank Reports 20 Percent Drop in Mortgage Applications After Budget
Westpac reported its third-quarter results on Aug. 10, which included impacts of changes to capital gains tax and negative gearing outlined in the May budget.
Paramount Mulling California Exodus Amid Antitrust Scrutiny
‘You have a fiduciary duty to shareholders,’ the Hollywood conglomerate’s top legal officer said at an event on Wednesday.
Bank of America Commits $250 Billion to U.S. Infrastructure Investment
The program will mobilize capital for data centers, energy, mining, and other projects.
Former Disney CEO, Business Partner Buy LA Lakers for $12.5 Billion
The price tag sets a record for the NBA’s most valuable franchise.
Health Officials Issue Warning on Potentially Deadly Beach Bacteria
At least seven people in Florida and Louisiana have died so far this year from Vibrio vulnficus, sometimes called a ‘flesh-eating bacteria.’
Do Plants Have Consciousness?
The boundaries we have drawn around perception and awareness may be narrower than we thought.
Peaches: An Unexpected Source of Carotenoids That Benefits the Eyes and Skin
Peaches owe their golden-orange hue to carotenoids, natural plant pigments.
Long-Term Instagram Use Linked to a Weaker Sense of Self, Study Shows
Researchers in Milan used virtual reality to test whether years of Instagram use affects how people recognize their own face.
Can You Move a Tree?
Keeping as many roots as possible is always best for the tree being moved.
Demand for Experiences Surges as Travelers Prioritize Activities Over Relaxation
It seems consumers are increasingly showing signs that they appreciate the experiential part of travel.
