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.
Sydney Council Moves to Mandate English on Business Signs
Strathfield Council has passed a motion affirming English as the primary language used in information intended for the general public.
Australia to Roll Out Bird Flu Vaccines, 5 Native Species at High Risk
‘I can announce that the first vaccines are expected to roll out in coming days and weeks,’ said Agriculture Minister Julie Collins.
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.
WHO Defends Childhood Vaccination Schedules After Trump Order
The recommended schedule is ‘based on years of research across the world on how the immune system develops,’ a World Health Organization official said.
Trump Admin Ends Medicaid Funding for Gender Transition Treatments for Minors
The final rule blocked federal funds for surgeries, hormones, and puberty blockers starting in October.
Taiwan Jails Chinese-Born Campaigner for Meddling in Elections Under Beijing Orders
The case has sparked fresh concerns about the CCP’s persistent efforts to influence democratically governed Taiwan from within.
10 Things to Avoid If You’re Determined to Lose Weight
Fat loss is rarely ruined by one big mistake.
If They Were Human, They’d Be Arrested. Experts Respond to Rogue AI Breach.
One expert compared the OpenAI model hack to a dystopian thought experiment in which a machine eventually destroys humanity.

The Risks of Eating Meat Differ Between Individual and Population Levels
Whether eating red meat raises blood sugar depends on who you ask, according to a new study.

The Battle of Athens, Tennessee: The Story of an American Rebellion in 1946
Thousands of WWII veterans came home from war only to take up arms against local officials attempting to steal an election.
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.

Has the ‘March of the Left’ Sparked an Australian Conservative Backlash?
Author Kevin Donnelly argues One Nation’s rise is a rejection of progressive-left ideology.

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.

University of Michigan College to Use Pass or No-Credit Grades for Freshmen ‘to Curb Mental Health Crisis’
The pilot program seeks to make transition into university easier and support student mental health by recording only pass or no-credit.

Flanagan and Tafoya to Face Off in November for Minnesota Senate Seat
Flanagan’s victory adds to the bellwether victory by progressive Abdul El-Sayed in the Democratic U.S. Senate primary in Michigan last week.

Appeals Court Sets Aside Biden-Era Energy Standards for Stoves, Ovens
‘The Biden Administration proposed numerous regulations to make home appliances more expensive and less useful,’ a three-judge panel unanimously wrote.

Field of Dreams Game Returns with the Phillies Facing the Twins Near Iowa Cornfields
After a three-year hiatus, the Dyersville, Iowa, game returns Thursday and features two playoff contenders.

Influencer Sofia Murillo, 17, Killed in Brazil Helicopter Crash With Mother and Grandmother
The three family members, along with the pilot, died after their sightseeing helicopter crashed in a wooded area of Rio de Janeiro.

Taylor Farms Recalls Products With Jalapeños Over Possible Salmonella Contamination
The FDA announced earlier that it was investigating a salmonella outbreak linked to jalapeño peppers supplied from Sinaloa, Mexico.

Do Plants Have Consciousness?
The boundaries we have drawn around perception and awareness may be narrower than we thought.

The Foods That Feed Your Eyes
A healthy diet provides nutrients that protect delicate eye tissues, filter harmful light, preserve the retina, and regulate intraocular pressure.

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.

How to Keep Ants Away Once You’ve Treated the Ant Hill
Ants are simply looking for three things: food, water, and a safe place to build a home.

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.
























































































