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Non-compete clauses make it too hard to change jobs. Banning them for millions of Australians is a good move
Non-compete clauses can have a chilling effect on employee mobility, which is detrimental to competition in the labour market.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:
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Southern Europe rebuffs von der Leyenβs debt-based defense plan
France, Italy and Spain are seeking to boost military spending based on grants rather than loans to avoid increasing their debt loads.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Belgian prosecutors probe whether Huawei paid for letter signed by 8 MEPs
Authorities are looking into whether the Chinese tech giant made illegal payments for a letter defending its interests in 2021.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Thailand prime minister survives no-confidence vote in parliament
The prime minister won the backing of 319 of 488 lawmakers present, according to Reuters.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Trump admits Russians could be βdragging their feetβ on Ukraine peace deal
βI've done it over the years,β U.S. president says of using stalling tactics when negotiating contracts.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:CATL gets CSRC nod for US$5 billion listing, in what may be Hong Kongβs biggest IPO in 4 years
CATL plans to sell up to 220.17 million shares and could raise at least US$5 billion to fund new factories overseas.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Chinese tea chain Chagee reveals revenue surge in US IPO filing
Net revenue nearly tripled to US$1.71 billion in 2024, company says as it prepares for Nasdaq listing.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Turkey's CHP party leader visits jailed Istanbul mayor Ekrem Δ°mamoΔlu in prison
Δ°mamoΔlu's arrest has been widely viewed as politically motivated and sparked demonstrations in cities across the country, some of which have turned violent.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Student and U.S. permanent resident can't be detained by immigration officials for now: judge
A Korean American Columbia University student, who is a legal permanent U.S. resident and has participated in pro-Palestinian protests, cannot be detained by federal immigration officials for now as she fights the Trump administration over attempts to deport her, a judge ruled on Tuesday.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Venezuela Defies US Pressure: President Maduro Declares βWe Are No Oneβs Colonyβ
President Maduro declares Venezuela βfree from US orders,β denounces migrant persecution & sanctions while boosting gold reserves. Full statement & analysis. Related: President Maduro Strongly Rejects US Allegations, Blames Opposition for Criminal Gang In a forceful speech on Tuesday, during the inauguration of the House of Grandparents in Caracas,Venezuelan President NicolΓ‘s Maduro reaffirmed his countryβs [β¦]...
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Lukashenko sworn in for seventh term in Belarus, tells critics βyou have no futureβ
Alexander Lukashenko, who has ruled since 1994, asserts that Belarus has more democracy than the West.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:South Korea: Raging wildfires kill at least 24
Wildfires that blazed over the weekend in South Korea have caused "unprecedented damage," acting president Han Duck-soo said. Rescue efforts have been hampered by dry winds and a drought.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Legal challenge fears stop Hong Kong Psychological Society from naming bad apples
Situation came to light amid concerns over groupβs handling of case where the subject of a substantiated complaint was successfully rehired.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Papua New Guinea blocks Facebook to 'limit' fake news and porn
The sudden ban has triggered outcry, with critics calling it a violation of human rights.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Our work and home lives are blending more than ever β how do we navigate this new βzigzagβ reality?
βZigzag workβ β blending the personal and professional during a work day β has become the norm for many people, boosting happiness and balance, but also presenting challenges.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:What makes a good search engine? These 4 models can help you use search in the age of AI
To make sure search engines serve us well, itβs helpful to imagine these tools having different roles β whether itβs a βlibrarianβ or a βteacherβ.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Australia stands firm behind its foreign aid in the budget, but the future remains precarious
Three-quarters of Australiaβs foreign assistance budget is flowing to the Indo-Pacific, showing a commitment to remaining a reliable partner as USAID cuts bite.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Leak of US military plans on Signal is a classic case of βshadow ITβ. It shows why security systems need to be easy to use
One of the best ways to avoid the problem of βshadow ITβ is building systems that are both highly secure and highly usable.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Hounded and not guilty: A Bollywood media trial blows up in smoke
She was called "a gold digger" and "a murderer" after the death of her actor boyfriend Sushant Singh Rajput.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Deadly Airstrike in Sudanβs Darfur Region Sparks Outrage
A devastating military airstrike on Monday claimed the lives of at least 54 people in the village of Tora, located in Sudanβs western region of Darfur. The attack, which targeted a local market, ignited a massive fire and left 23 others injured, according to aid groups. More than half of the victims were women. The [β¦]
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Trump has blown up the world order - and left Europe's leaders scrabbling
This is the gravest crisis for Western security since the end of World War Two. So which nations will step forward as the new world order emerges?
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Venezuelan VP Delcy RodrΓguez Blames US, Opposition for βHate Campaignβ Against Migrants
Venezuelaβs Delcy RodrΓguez attacks opposition figures Marco Rubio & MarΓa Corina Machado, accusing them of fueling anti-migrant rhetoric. First Lady denounces US sanctionsβ impact. Related: Venezuelaβs Vice President Delcy RodrΓguez Condemns βHuman Rights Violationsβ Against Venezuelan Migrants in El Salvador During the recent inauguration of the Casa de Abuelos (Grandparentsβ Home) in La Candelaria parish, [β¦]
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:The Caribbean: A Rich Tapestry of Cultures and Traditions
The Caribbean stands as a remarkable cultural mosaic, shaped by centuries of history and diverse influences. This unique fusion of African, European, Indigenous, and Asian traditions has given rise to a wealth of customs and practices that remain vibrant today. From spiritual rituals to festive celebrations, the region is a testament to the power of [β¦]
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:A closer look at who relies on Medicaid
According to health policy experts, there may not be a way to fund the tax cuts proposed by House Republicans without cutting Medicaid.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Polluting industries like salmon farming need to be properly regulated, not let off the hook | Kelly OβShanassy
The government appears willing to put the future of an entire unique Australian species at risk at the behest of one industry. The hypocrisy is mind-bogglingThe anger I have witnessed over the past few days within the environment and climate movement has been extraordinary.I have spent the past four days in emergency meetings with leaders across the environment movement furiously responding to Anthony Albaneseβs latest...
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:What works to prevent violence against women? Hereβs what the evidence says
Primary prevention is aimed at addressing the underlying drivers of violence so it never occurs. But many interventions also aim to reduce and respond to violence.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Budget delivers cheaper medicines and more bulk billing but leaves out long-term health reform
Australians will save on the costs of scripts and on GP visits. But the budget doesnβt start the reforms needed to secure the health systemβs long-term future.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:NASA scrubs promise to land first woman, first person of colour on the moon from web pages
U.S. President Donald Trump'scampaign to eliminate diversity efforts and language fromgovernment organizations has officially reached the moon, with NASA erasingreferences to its promise to land the first woman and first person of colour on there from several of its web pages.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:How Netflix has shaped (and shattered) our content landscape over the past decade β and what comes next
Although competition between streaming platforms remains as hot as ever, viewers seem to be getting the short end of of the stick.
Published on: March 25, 2025 | Source:Is this the right budget for these economic times? We asked 5 experts
Cost-of-living measures are the key feature of this pre-election budget. But does it shore up our economy at a time of global risks? We asked 5 experts.
Published on: March 25, 2025 | Source:Turkey jails journalists, as protesters defy crackdown
An AFP journalist was one of 7 detained journalists charged with participating in "illegal rallies and marches." Over 1,000 people have been arrested during the crackdown on anti-government protests.
Published on: March 25, 2025 | Source:Algeria, Egypt and Morocco on track for 2026 World Cup
Algeria, Egypt and Morocco remain on track to reach the 2026 World Cup but Sudan's unlikely bid to qualify suffers a setback.
Published on: March 25, 2025 | Source:Glencore's Hail Creek coalmine methane emissions could be higher than official reports β video
UN-backed research has found emissions of the potent greenhouse gas methane coming from Glencore's Hail Creek coalmine are probably between three and eight times higher than officially reported. Two aircraft with different types of monitoring equipment and flying at different altitudes looked for plumes of methane coming from the coalmine in Queensland's Bowen Basin β a site highlighted in a previous study as a major...
Published on: March 25, 2025 | Source:President Maduro Strongly Rejects US Allegations, Blames Opposition for Criminal Gang
Venezuelaβs President NicolΓ‘s Maduro denies US claims about Tren de Aragua gang, accusing opposition of ties. Demands justice for 238 detained migrants in US and El Salvador. Related: President Maduro Accuses FBI and DEA of Creating and Protecting Notorious Venezuelan Criminal Gang βTren de Araguaβ Venezuelan President NicolΓ‘s Maduro has strongly denied recent US government [β¦]
Published on: March 25, 2025 | Source:Republicans consider action against judges as Trump rails against court rulings
They have proposals to limit the reach of its rulings, cut funding and even impeach judges. House GOP leaders say all options are under consideration as they rush to rein in judges who are halting President Donald Trump's actions at a rapid pace.
Published on: March 25, 2025 | Source: