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With interest rates on the way down, could house prices boom? Here’s what research suggests
Borrowing is getting cheaper. But for aspiring homeowners, research suggests this could push house prices even further out of reach.
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:
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Australia’s plan to protect its trade in war is flawed. We can’t do it with nuclear submarines
Our trade routes are long and exposed. We need other options to safeguard our trade that don’t necessitate the building of warships.
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:Police aren’t properly trained for mental health crises – but they’re often the first responders. Here’s what works better
People who are in distress and need support are often met with handcuffs, detention and are sent to hospital emergency departments.
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:Three years after the Jenkins report, there is still work to be done on improving parliament culture
Since the release of the “Set the Standard” report in 2021, there has been a flurry of activity in response. But some of it may not be as effective as it could be.
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:These 5 roadblocks are standing in the way of energy-efficient homes
Australians deserve comfortable, energy efficient homes. New research reveals 5 reasons why that’s been so hard to achieve and ways to overcome these issues.
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:Scandalous mormons, dystopian Buenos Aires and Nicolas Cage down under: what to watch in June
Our experts review seven new streaming offerings, including a true crime series on the horrifying British serial killers Fred and Rose West.
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:Scandalous Mormons, dystopian Buenos Aires and Nicolas Cage down under: what to watch in June
Our experts review seven new streaming offerings, including a true crime series on the horrifying British serial killers Fred and Rose West.
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:Could a river sue a corporation? Robert Macfarlane’s books change the world – now he’s advocating for the world’s waterways
The revered nature writer asks ambitious questions in his latest work, written at a tipping point for the world’s climate.
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:SA First Nations leaders await new treaty talks — but the government is 'not keen to rush'
South Australia's Aboriginal Affairs Minister says treaties with First Nations communities will not be concluded before the next state election, as Aboriginal leaders urge the state government to restart negotiations.
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:Pyramids win maiden African Champions League title
Pyramids win their first ever African Champions League title after beating Mamelodi Sundowns 2-1 in Cairo to seal a 3-2 win on aggregate.
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:Musk says he doesn't want to 'take responsibility' for all Trump actions
Tech billionaire Elon Musk, whose time as a special government employee came to an end on Friday, said in a Sunday interview that he doesn’t want to “take responsibility” for all actions of the Trump administration. In an interview on CBS News's "Sunday Morning," Musk said he disagrees with some moves President Trump has made,...
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:Belgium warns of Gaza 'catastrophe', mulls air bridge for aid delivery
Belgium warns of Gaza 'catastrophe', mulls air bridge for aid delivery Belgium’s deputy prime minister and foreign minister, Maxime Prevost, has described the situation in Gaza as a “major humanitarian disaster.” Speaking to the press on Sunday, Prevost said: “Even if I cannot, or even if I have the authority to, describe what is happening as genocide, it is the international community that must describe this situation...
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:Prisoners left with no meals for days inside Victoria's shocking prison system
Exclusive data obtained by 7.30 reveals the extent of lockdowns inside the maximum security Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, and it's leading to a disturbing spike in self-harm.
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:What went wrong for the Greens in the Australian election?
The Greens lost three seats and a leader at the 2025 federal election. Here’s how it happenedThe Greens lost three seats at the 2025 election, including Melbourne, the electorate of their former leader Adam Bandt.Their national Senate primary vote was down by almost one percentage point compared with 2022, though they have maintained the same number of Senate seats. Continue reading...
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:The Sex and the City spin-off keeps getting better and better
Carrie, Miranda, Charlotte, Seema and LTW are back in season three of this Sex and the City spin-off, and their friendship is back, front and centre.
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:Main Street deserves access to private marketsÂ
The Securities and Exchange Commission can help level the playing field by modernizing outdated rules and expanding access to private markets, allowing more Americans to build wealth.
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:UK Announces Largest Military Spending Since the Cold War: A Message to Moscow and the World
The UK unveils its biggest military budget increase since the Cold War, prioritizing confrontation with Russia while cutting social support and international aid. Critics warn of the consequences for British society and global stability. Related: German Military Aid to Ukraine Hinders Peace Process: Russia In a move reminiscent of Cold War escalation, the British government […]
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:Elon Musk says he doesn't 'want to take responsibility for everything the administration’s doing'
"I was disappointed to see the massive spending bill," Elon Musk said on CBS's "Sunday Morning."
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:Dozens of Gazans killed and injured trying to get aid, health ministry says
IDF denies firing on civilians after more than 30 deaths among people headed to controversial humanitarian hubs
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:Zelensky salutes drone attack on Russia: 'Absolutely brilliant result'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Sunday touted the “absolutely brilliant result” of a large-scale drone attack on Russian strategic bombers. “Head of the Security Service of Ukraine Vasyl Maliuk delivered a report regarding today’s operation. An absolutely brilliant result,” Zelensky said in an afternoon post on the social platform X. “A result achieved solely by...
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:Investors are piling into big, short Treasury bets alongside Warren Buffett
Investors are staying as short as possible with their fixed-income investments. ETF experts explain why the bond market is bearish on longer maturities.
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:After trip to Ukraine, U.S. senators warn Putin is preparing new offensive
Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham and Democratic Sen. Richard Blumenthal spoke to The Associated Press in Paris after meeting President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and touring neighborhoods shattered by what they called the worst Russian bombardments since the full-scale invasion began.
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:Former Mexican President LĂłpez Obrador Reappears to Vote in Judicial Election
Former President of Mexico Andrés Manuel López Obrador (2018-2024), reappeared this Sunday, after eight months of leaving office, to cast his vote in the historic first election for the judiciary. RELATED: Mexicans Head to the Polling Stations in Historic First Judiciary Elections The former president appeared for the first time since the end of his […]
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:Poland: Vote too close to call, Trzaskowski claims victory
Liberal Rafal Trzaskowski claimed victory after the runoff round in Poland, but exit polls indicate the race is still neck-and-neck. His nationalist rival Karol Nawrocki also pledged his side will win. DW has the latest.
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:Trzaskowski marginally ahead in Polish election's first exit polls, but race still too close to call
According to the preliminary result of an exit poll prepared by the Ipsos research centre, Rafał Trzaskowski has won 50.3% of the vote. The exit poll's result is, however, within the margin of error and too close to call.
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:'Trap for mass killings': Israel kills 32 starving Palestinians at US aid point
'Trap for mass killings': Israel kills 32 starving Palestinians at US aid point Israeliforces have committed a new massacre targetingPalestinianaid seekers in the Gaza Strip, killing at least 32 people and wounding scores more, the Palestinianhealth ministry said on Sunday. According to eyewitnesses and local officials, Israeli troops opened fire directly on civilians gathered at two US-Israeli food distribution points...
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:Ukraine says it hit more than 40 Russian bombers in drone attack
The Security Service of Ukraine oversaw a drone operation on Sunday that struck dozens of Russia’s strategic bombers just ahead of planned peace talks in Istanbul. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed the “absolutely brilliant” outcome of the attack, which he described as “our most long-range operation” to date. Zelensky said the attack had been in...
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:With his new prescription drug order, Trump fixes what Biden broke
President Trump's executive order aims to bring down drug prices while optimizing IP protections, and Congress should pass the EPIC Act to extend the price-setting window for small-molecule drugs.
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:Nearly 270,000 pilgrims without permits stopped from entering Mecca
Authorities in Saudi Arabia are cracking down on illegal journeys to Mecca for the annual Hajj pilgrimage after a larger number of deaths last year due to extreme summer heat. They have thus far denied entry to 269,678 Muslims without Hajj permits.
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:These states could see smoky, hazy skies Monday due to Canadian wildfires
Fires burning in Canada could bring smoky, hazy skies to parts of the U.S. on Monday.
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:Aid ship aiming to break Israel’s siege of Gaza sets sail from Italy
The 12-person crew, which includes climate activist Greta Thunberg, expects to take seven days to reach Gaza.
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:Israeli strikes kill two in southern Lebanon amid ongoing ceasefire breaches
Israeli strikes kill two in southern Lebanon amid ongoing ceasefire breaches Israeli air raids on southern Lebanon have killed two people, according to Lebanon’s Health Ministry, as ceasefire violations persist along the border. One person died after a vehicle was hit on the Debl road in Bint Jbeil district, while another strike targeted a car in Beit Lif, injuring one individual, the ministry said in a statement....
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:Does damning IAEA report mark end of an Iran nuclear deal?
Tehran denounces enriched uranium accusations as US urges Iran to accept proposed agreement.
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:Murphy says Ernst's constituents 'would just rather die in old age'
Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) said Sunday that Sen. Joni Ernst’s (R-Iowa) constituents know they will die, but “would just rather die in old age,” referencing a town hall remark from the Iowa Republican. “I think everybody in that audience knows that they're going to die,” Murphy told CNN’s Dana Bash on “State of the Union,”...
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source:Climate activist Greta Thunberg joins 'Freedom Flotilla' aid ship sailing to Gaza
Activist Greta Thunberg and 11 other people have set sail for Gaza on board a flotilla. The group aims to bring in some aid and raise “international awareness” of the situation in the enclave.
Published on: June 01, 2025 | Source: