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It’s time Australia ditched the ‘winners and losers’ mentality and built an economy that’s good for us all | Nicki Hutley
When it comes to policy decisions, too many are too quick to focus on what’s in it for them, instead of what is best for society as a wholeFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAs pens and notepads were being laid out for start of the much-touted economic roundtable on Monday, the chair of the Productivity Commission, Danielle Wood, made a...
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:
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When a sick possum showed up in my garden my heart overtook my head. Is it ever OK to feed urban wildlife?
While official advice is clear, it’s not a black-and-white issue, experts say. Responsibly interacting with urban wildlife may increase our compassionChopping vegetables in my kitchen on a winter afternoon, I was startled by the sound of rustling branches and loud coughing coming from my back yard.I walked outside tentatively, prepared to face a fence-hopping intruder. Instead, after a few minutes of listening to...
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:How do we decide if a tax is good or bad? And which ones are ‘damaging’ Australia’s economy?
Experts say stamp duties and income taxes have a much higher burden than more efficient policies, such as GSTFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastHow do we judge whether one tax is better than another? That question will lie at the heart of the tax reform agenda at the economic reform roundtable on Thursday.Four principles have guided tax...
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:South Africa: Scores of South Africans Retrenched By NGO Processing Trump's Afrikaner 'Refugees'
[Daily Maverick] The organisation that aims to bring Kenyan workers to South Africa to process Afrikaner 'refugees' bound for the US laid off more than 100 South Africans last year.
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:Reading for pleasure falls by 40% in the US
Decline over two decades ‘deeply concerning’, say researchers of study into daily habits of Americans
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:Judge Ends Civil Case Against Former Argentine President Cristina Fernandez
The billionaire compensation claim expired after years of inactivity. On Wednesday, civil and commercial judge Marcelo Bruno Dos Santos declared the expiration of a civil lawsuit against former President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner related to the “Vialidad Case.” RELATED: ‘Free Cristina’ Campaign Denounces Political Persecution of Argentina’s Former President As a result, Fernandez will no […]
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:Russian military drone crashes and explodes in eastern Poland, defence minister says
A spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs told the media that the drone was a Russian version of the Shahed model, which is produced by Iran.
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:Passengers evacuated from Italian airport after 'lunatic' sets fire to check-in desks
Tourists fled a blaze at Milan's Malpensa Airport after a man started a fire in Terminal 1 and caused damage with a hammer, according to reports.
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:UK ready to oversee insolvency of crucial part of Gupta’s Liberty Steel
Government’s Official Receiver files application to appoint ‘special manager’ if business goes into liquidation
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:Palestine urges the world to stop Israeli settlers’ attacks
Ramallah, Aug 20 (Prensa Latina) The Palestinian Foreign Ministry urged on Wednesday the world to take binding action to stop attacks by Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank, which violate international laws and regulations. The post Palestine urges the world to stop Israeli settlers’ attacks first appeared on Prensa Latina.
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:Camaguey looks at the Congo from Cuba in International Festival
Camaguey, Cuba, August 20 (Prensa Latina) The Timbalaye La Ruta de la Rumba International Festival, that will open on August 25 and is dedicated to the influence of the Congo, will include various performances, theoretical panels, visits to educational centers, and craft exhibitions. The post Camaguey looks at the Congo from Cuba in International Festival first appeared on Prensa Latina.
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:What if James Bond was gay? New London comedy play takes on the battle to cast 007
Loosely inspired by producer Barbara Broccoli, the play follows a fictional producer scrambling to recast 007 after scandal strikes, raising questions about what the world’s most famous spy should look like today.
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:Palantir stock slumps 9%, falling for a fifth straight day from record
Palantir's stock fell for a fifth straight day to continue its pullback from all-time highs.
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:New Zealand Is Trailing Its Allies Over Palestinian Statehood
There’s still time to show leadership.
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:UK inflation rises more than expected to 3.8% in July
Economists say figure casts doubt on prospect of further BoE rate cuts this year
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:Hertz to sell used vehicles online through Amazon Autos partnership
Hertz will start selling pre-owned cars on Amazon Autos, a move meant to bolster the car rental company's retail business as it looks to bring in more profits.
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:India: Kolkata doctor murder — 1 year on, what's changed?
One year after the brutal rape and murder of a trainee doctor at a government hospital in Kolkata, India, questions remain: Are women safer after reforms?
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:Germany charges man suspected of planning attack on Israeli embassy
Prosecutors say the man also intended to join the so-called Islamic State group in Pakistan to receive military training after pledging allegiance to the terrorist organisation.
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:Protesters criticise Trump over Gaza war and trade tariffs in Brazil
Dozens of protesters gathered outside the US Consulate in São Paulo to denounce US President Donald Trump’s new tariffs on Brazilian exports and his support for Israel’s war in Gaza.
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:Kremlin plays down Zelensky talks as Trump warns Putin may not want to make deal
The US president conceded the war in Ukraine was "tough to solve" after several days of high-level talks.
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:Bolivia at a Crossroads: Deciphering the Electoral Shift After the 2025 First Round
The general elections of August 17, 2025, in Bolivia cannot be understood as an isolated event, but rather as the crystallization of a process of deep political polarization that has been brewing since the institutional crisis of 2019. The election symbolizes a decisive crossroads for the country, which must choose between giving continuity to a […]
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:Kazakhstan Tries to Shoot the Messenger
On August 17, police in Kazakhstandetained veteran human rights defender Bakhytzhan Toregozhina and held her for several hours apparently in connection to a criminal investigation on charges of participating in a banned extremist organization. She was picked up following social media posts she had made in support of Marat Zhylanbaev, an opposition activist who has been in prison onpolitically motivated charges since...
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:Hassett likely to be Trump's pick for Fed chief, though Warsh is more qualified, CNBC survey finds
The NEC director firmly led when asked who the president will choose from among 11 names being considered.
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:South African MP opens fire to fend off attack during attempted hijacking
Two teens, aged 16 and 18, have been arrested over the attack as police search for a third suspect.
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:Crackdown on 'forever chemicals' expands ahead of EU rules overhaul
As the EU prepares a broader reform of its chemical legislation, the European Chemicals Agency has updated its proposal to restrict “forever chemicals,” adding new sectors to the scope of its planned ban.
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:Middle East: Israel approves expanded Gaza City operation
Up to 60,000 reservists are being mobilized as Israel's military moves towards a full takeover of Gaza City. Meanwhile, Israeli officials approved a controversial West Bank settlement project. Follow DW for more.
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:Terrorism case against Kneecap rapper Mo Chara adjourned by UK court
A member of rap trio Kneecap, Mo Chara, has been released on unconditional bail after appearing in court today, charged with supporting a proscribed terror organisation.
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:Gabala Music Festival: Six days of opera and jazz in the Caucasus
Every summer, the Gabala International Music Festival turns this Azerbaijani mountain resort into an open-air stage, hosting world-class jazz, opera and orchestras against the backdrop of the Caucasus.
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:Paris residents fight overtourism and ‘Disneyfication' of beloved Montmartre neighbourhood
Paris welcomed 48,7 million tourists in 2024 and residents say visitor numbers are taking their toll.
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:Security Guarantees for Ukraine Presuppose Safeguarding Russian Interests: Lavrov
Russia insists on Ukraine’s neutrality and its renunciation of nuclear weapons. On Wednesday, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov rejected any collective security guarantees for Ukraine that do not include Russia’s interests — namely, Ukraine’s neutrality and its renunciation of nuclear weapons. RELATED: Russian Strategic Bombers Fly Over the Barens Sea “We cannot accept that now […]
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:UK government’s trade department bracing for 20 percent workforce cut
If targets are not met via a voluntary scheme, some staff could face compulsory redundancies.
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:International Space Station captures striking view of Hurricane Erin
The International Space Station flew 260 miles over the hurricane as it moved northwest through the Caribbean.
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:Almost 1M Belgian users hit by Orange cyberattack
Breach comes as European regulators and telecoms operators warn of rise in large-scale data leaks.
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:UK flight inflation may have caught a break (in the wrong way)
An airfare to remember
Published on: August 20, 2025 | Source:Pop Mart shares climb 12% after Labubu-maker posts near-400% profit surge
Pop Mart has seen booming global demand for its Labubu plushies that have become a worldwide sensation.
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