Builders Grapple With Insurance Premium Hikes of Up to 300 Percent: Inquiry Told
‘For many builders, insurance has become a major barrier to operating, growing and, in some cases, remaining in business,’ said an HIA executive.
Footage of Nurse’s Jiu-Jitsu Takedown Sparks Calls for Better Hospital Security
Assault-related hospitalisations of medical staff have risen from 29 in 2015-16, to 126 in 2024-25.
Australia Is Eyeing 1 Million Tonnes of Solar Panel Waste by 2035—90 Percent Is Bound for Landfill
‘The cumulative value of Australia’s end-of-life panels is predicted to exceed $1 billion by 2035,’ said ATSE Acting CEO Peter Derbyshire.
Out of a ‘Movie’: New CCTV Shows How an Airborne Car Speared Into Bus
A bus driver has been praised by Brisbane City Council for his quick actions after a car flew through the air and crashed into the side of his bus.
Call for Nationwide Ban on Sending Solar Panels to Landfill Amid Vast Waste Concerns
Up to 29 percent of discarded solar panels could be repurposed, a start-up has said.
Labor Unveils $100 Million Fund for Smaller Renewable Energy Projects
Up to 16 solar and battery developments could benefit.
Australia Remains Pacific’s Biggest Donor With $1.5 Billion Despite Global Aid Cuts
Australia disbursed US$1.5 billion of aid in the Pacific, more than three times that of the next-biggest contributing nation New Zealand.
Opponents of Chinese Mega-Embassy in London to Appeal After Case Rejected by High Court
Residents objecting to the approval of a vastly expanded Chinese Communist Party embassy on a historic London site vow to take fight to the Supreme Court.
Trump Reiterates Reflecting Pool Damage Caused by Vandals as Charges Dropped
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro ‘folded like an umbrella,’ the president said.
Top US Admiral Warns Against Coercion, Says No Nation Will Dominate Indo-Pacific
U.S. Pacific Command chief says Washington is deterring Beijing through strength.
2 Simple Spices May Enhance Beneficial Gut Bacteria
Your morning yogurt might be missing two ingredients that could give your gut bacteria a boost.
Ranchers’ Hands Tied as California Wolf Attacks Grow
Ranchers and advocates are calling for lethal removal options of predators habituated to preying on cattle amid rising attacks.
One of the Most Common Knee Surgeries May Be Doing More Harm Than Good
A Finnish clinical trial found that partial meniscectomy may accelerate osteoarthritis in middle-aged and older patients.
Cicero’s 5 Steps to a Good Conversation
Advice from a Roman philosopher may help you become a more thoughtful, engaging conversationalist.
Australia Unveils Defence Strategy Focused on Drones, AI and Hypersonic Weapons
The 2026 Defence Innovation Science and Technology Strategy was announced on Aug. 4, setting out a road map for turning research into battlefield capability.
From ‘Re-Education’ to Frequent Warnings: China’s Ambassador Leaves Australia
Xiao Qian gave only a week’s notice of his lunchtime farewell function.
$100 Million Fines on the Table Against Service Stations That Price Gouge
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has asked the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission to scrutinise prices as the fuel excise cut ends on Aug. 3.
Justice Department Files Denaturalization Cases Against 25 US Citizens
A total of 123 civil denaturalization cases have been filed under the current administration, the most in recorded history, according to the DOJ.
House Ethics Panel Recommends Censure of NC Republican Over Conduct With 2 Female Aides
The committee concluded Rep. Chuck Edwards displayed a pattern of unprofessional behavior toward two young female staffers.
‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Breaks Box Office Records With $355 Million Domestic Debut
The latest Spider-Man installment, starring Tom Holland and Zendaya, reported $927 million globally in its opening weekend.
TikTok Moves to Settle 3 Teen Mental Health Lawsuits Before October Trials
Meta, YouTube, and Snapchat will still head to jury trial as thousands of similar claims proceed in California courts.
Commanders Legend John Riggins Will Rejoin Team as a Broadcaster
Riggins previously served as a commentator for Washington, D.C. area radio stations.
CDC Reports 12 E. Coli Cases, 4 Hospitalizations Linked to Recalled Berries
The berries were sold at Publix stories in eight states, officials said.
12 Plank Variations That Strengthen Your Core
Plank routines sculpt the core and sharpen body control, giving you a strong, upright, and healthy posture.
4 Herbal Teas That May Support Memory and Brain Health
Sugary beverages can bring you brain fog when what you really want is a pick-me-up.
Ozempic-Class Drugs Tied to Rare Smell and Taste Problems
Here’s how significant the risk is and when to see a doctor.
This 10-Minute Trick Guarantees the Tenderest Chicken Dinner of All Time
Hunan cuisine is known for its bold heat, deep savory notes, and big aromatic chunks of garlic and ginger.
Building a Pergola: What to Know Before You Start
These stylish outdoor structures create a defined al fresco living space that enhances quality of life and property value.
He Refused to Pay $2,000—So He Built a Toilet Boat to Cross the Sea
A South Australian man has gone viral after crossing a 20 kilometre stretch of sea in a homemade raft to move some precious cargo.
Blue Ridge Mountains: Moonshine Capital of the World
Before, during, and after Prohibition, bootlegging reigned supreme, and it’s no slouch in today’s world, either.
