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Brisbane house rents hold at record high
For the first time in three years, rental prices have not increased. But that is not necessarily good news for renters.
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'Unconfident': RBA risks falling into persistent policy error, warns former assistant governor
Former RBA assistant governor Luci Ellis describes the decision by the monetary policy board to wait before cutting rates again as "uncharitable".
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:Revolut in talks to raise new funding at $65bn valuation
Fintech aiming to secure $1bn from investors in private round set to be led by US investment firm Greenoaks
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives shatters the church’s century-long effort to curate its own image
From historical practices of polygamy, to today’s outspoken MomTok influencers, the Mormon church’s PR team hasn’t had a break.
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:Where do giant volcanic eruptions come from? New study finds missing link to ‘blobs’ deep within Earth
Pillars of hot rock connect moving BLOBS in the deep Earth to giant volcanic eruptions at its surface.
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:Defence spending is like insurance – how will NZ pay the higher premiums?
Higher taxes, more debt, GDP growth or cuts in other areas? A bigger defence budget will mean shifts in economic activity and tradeoffs in spending priorities.
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:Thirsty future: Australia’s green hydrogen targets could require vastly more water than the government hopes
To make green hydrogen, take water and split it into hydrogen and oxygen. It sounds simple – but the government’s water-use figures may be a drastic underestimate.
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:Why interpreting live music through Auslan is about more than just lyrics
While familiar at emergency announcements and press conferences, Auslan interpreters are now becoming increasingly common at concerts.
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:At least four crew members killed after Houthis hit cargo ship in the Red Sea
Iran-backed Yemeni militants renew campaign against commercial vessels in strategic waterway
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:Koalas spend just a few minutes risking their lives on the ground each day
Koalas spend 20 hours a day sleeping, and most of the rest eating. But a new study focuses on a tiny fraction of the day when they're at their most vulnerable.
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:Fed says most policymakers see risks tariffs will cause ‘persistent’ inflation
Minutes from US central bank’s June meeting highlight schism over effect of Donald Trump’s levies
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:Unredacted document provides insight into information requests
An expert says seeing what was meant to be hidden from a document detailing concerns about youth detainees offers a rare glimpse into what the public is allowed to know.
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:Warnings over 'catastrophic' gas leaks after home blast kills 85yo
Authorities warn homeowners to have regular safety checks on gas appliances after a house fire started by a suspected LPG explosion fatally injured an elderly northern NSW man.
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:Gaza truce talks reportedly stall despite second Netanyahu-Trump meeting
A Palestinian official says key sticking points at the indirect negotiations in Qatar include how aid will be distributed.
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:The U.S. is having its worst year of measles cases in more than three decades
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Wednesday that the national case count surpassed 2019, when there were 1,274 cases for the year and the country almost lost its status of having eliminated thevaccine-preventable illness.That could happen this year if the virus hasnonstop spread for 12 months.
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:Turkey: Government silences last critical media outlets
Over 95% of Turkish media are already considered pro-government. Now the regulatory authority has imposed a ten-day broadcasting ban on the two largest channels critical of the government.
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:Seoul court approves new arrest of former President Yoon over martial law decree
Yoon described his martial law imposition as a necessary step to quash his “anti-state” liberal opponents, accusing them of using their majority to obstruct his agenda.
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:US sanctions UN expert Albanese over Israel criticism
Trump administration says it is targeting Albanese for encouraging ICC war crime prosecution against Israel's Netanyahu.
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:US ignored report saying GHF was not fit to deliver aid in Gaza: Report
US ignored report saying GHF was not fit to deliver aid in Gaza: Report Submitted by MEE staff on Wed, 07/09/2025 - 17:38 Trump administration approved funding despite 'critical concerns' controversial Gaza Humanitarian Fund could work safely and effectively The former USAID headquarters building before most of the department was gutted by Elon Musk's government efficiency task force, on 8 July 2025 (Kayla...
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:Trump is interested in new Russia sanctions. But there’s a catch.
President Donald Trump is ready to sign a punishing Russia sanctions bill that GOP hawks have pushed for months. But only if it changes to give him more control. A senior administration official granted anonymity to discuss the president’s view said that “conceptually there’s an openness” to the bill from Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), but […]
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:Do young Europeans believe in democracy?
Despite the fact that the majority of young Europeans said they backed democracy, 21% said that under certain circumstances, they would favour an authoritarian government over a democratic one.
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:US sanctions Italian UN official who called for criminal action against Israel
Rubio accused U.N. Human Rights Council Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese of leading “political and economic warfare” against the U.S. and Israel.
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:T-Mobile to end DEI programme as it seeks regulatory approval
The wireless carrier, which is seeking FCC approval on two deals, bowed the pressure from the White House.
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:Kenya: President Ruto says 'anarchy' will not be tolerated
Kenyan President William Ruto made his first public remarks since deadly anti-government protests broke out this week. He said that "anyone going to burn people's property should be shot in the leg."
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:‘Shoot their legs’: Kenya’s President Ruto rails against looters
Kenyan President William Ruto said anyone looting or vandalising businesses should be shot in their legs.
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:Most Fed officials see rate cuts coming, but opinions vary widely on how many, minutes show
Federal Reserve officials diverged at their June meeting about how aggressively they would be willing to cut interest rates.
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:Israel Intensifies Demolitions in Tulkarem Refugee Camp
Israeli occupation forces continued their large-scale demolition campaign in the Tulkarem refugee camp on Wednesday, razing homes and infrastructure in what rights groups are calling a systematic effort to forcibly displace Palestinians from the northern West Bank. Eyewitnesses reported the presence of military bulldozers flattening residential areas, while Governor Abdallah Kamil described the camp as […]
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:Former White House doctor refuses to answer questions as House Republican probe Biden’s health
President Joe Biden’s White House physician is refusing to answer questions as part of the House Republican investigation into Biden’s health in office.
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:Hamas agrees to release 10 Israeli captives
Hamas agrees to release 10 Israeli captives Hamas announced on Wednesday that it has agreed to release 10 Israeli captives towards reaching a ceasefire in Gaza, even if the talks were "tough" due toIsrael's "intransigence". The group added that there are multiple sticking points, including access to humanitarian aid, the withdrawal ofIsraeli forces, and "genuine guarantees for a permanent ceasefire". - with reporting...
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:Bridge collapse in Gujarat kills 10
At least 10 people died after a portion of the Gambhira Bridge collapsed into the Mahisagar River in Gujarat, India.
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:How NATO’s Post-WWII Defense Spending Can Inform Asia’s Strategic Shift
The U.S. push for increased defense spending from its Asian allies mirrors the Cold War-era experience of NATO, where U.S. pressure led to gradual but necessary increases in defense capabilities.
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:Don’t invest through the rearview mirror
Markets are supposed to look forward; plenty of investors look back instead
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:Israel Expands Attacks Beyond Gaza: Ground Troops Enter Southern Lebanon Amid Ceasefire Breach
In a dramatic escalation of the regional conflict, the Israeli military announced Wednesday the launch of “specific ground operations” inside southern Lebanon, targeting what it called Hezbollah’s military infrastructure. The cross-border incursion marks a direct violation of the November 2024 ceasefire, raising fears of a broader warfront with the Lebanese resistance movement. According to an […]
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:Musk’s AI company scrubs posts after Grok chatbot makes comments praising Hitler
Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence company is taking down antisemitic comments and other “inappropriate posts” made by its Grok chatbot, including some praising Adolf Hitler.
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:Ex-DOGE official rushed Trump‑backed GHF grant despite staff warnings
The official waived safeguards to fast-track a $30m award to the highly criticised Gaza aid group.
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