Business & Economy

Japan Earthquake Death Toll Rises to 30 as Rescue Efforts

Japan Earthquake Death Toll Rises to 30 as Rescue Efforts

The Japan earthquake death toll has risen to 30 as rescue teams continue searching for survivors in the wake of a 6.8-magnitude quake that struck K...

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Fauci vs News Corp: Lab Leak Theory Clash Explained

Fauci vs News Corp: Lab Leak Theory Clash Explained

The Fauci vs News Corp clash over the lab leak theory has reignited global debate on COVID-19 origins. Dr. Anthony Fauci, former US chief medical a...

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Hard Hat vs Graduation Cap: Should Kids Skip University?

Hard Hat vs Graduation Cap: Should Kids Skip University?

The debate over whether young people should pursue a university degree or enter the workforce with vocational training is reshaping how parents and...

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Living Room Hogging Dispute: Should Your Guest Share Space?

Living Room Hogging Dispute: Should Your Guest Share Space?

Living room hogging disputes are common when a houseguest overstays their welcome, and this case is no different. Daniella is hosting her brother S...

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Florentine Friars' Elixir: Coca-Cola Precursor?

Florentine Friars' Elixir: Coca-Cola Precursor?

An Italian friar has unearthed a document from the pharmacy archives of an ancient convent in Florence describing a medicinal potion made from Boli...

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NSW Liberal Factionalism Compared to Braveheart by Reformers

NSW Liberal Factionalism Compared to Braveheart by Reformers

The NSW Liberal Party factionalism has been dramatically compared to Mel Gibson's Braveheart by Robert Assaf, co-founder of the Reformers, during a...

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Mulatu Astatke Ethio-jazz Pioneer: Honoring Africa's Musical

Mulatu Astatke Ethio-jazz Pioneer: Honoring Africa's Musical

Mulatu Astatke, the 82-year-old father of Ethio-jazz, has spent a lifetime blending the ancient sounds of Ethiopia with Western jazz, creating a ge...

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Littler and Pogacar Dominance: Why Nothing Lasts Forever in

Littler and Pogacar Dominance: Why Nothing Lasts Forever in

Luke Littler and Tadej Pogacar are in a class of their own, but nothing lasts for ever in sports. The recent World Matchplay final showcased Little...

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Shell Profits Double to $9.8bn as Oil and Gas Prices Surge

Shell Profits Double to $9.8bn as Oil and Gas Prices Surge

Shell's quarterly profits more than doubled to $9.8bn as oil and gas prices surged due to the Middle East crisis, marking the company's second-high...

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FIFA's $10B World Cup Investment: Will Member Associations

FIFA's $10B World Cup Investment: Will Member Associations

FIFA's proposed plan to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors aims to redistribute over $10 billion to its 211 member associations, but...

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Qantas Tests New Ultra Long-Range Airbus on 17,000km Flight
Qantas Tests New Ultra Long-Range Airbus on 17,000km Flight
Qantas has successfully completed a landmark test flight of its new ultra long-range Airbus A350-1000ULR, landing in Melbourne after a 19-hour nonstop journey from Toulouse, France. The aircraft, designed for... Read more...
Trump’s New Tariffs on 80+ Countries: What You Need to Know
Trump’s New Tariffs on 80+ Countries: What You Need to Know
The Trump administration’s new tariffs on more than 80 countries represent a significant escalation in global trade policy. Announced late Thursday, these fresh levies range from 10% to 12.5% and... Read more...
Trump's New Tariffs on 80 Nations Spark Political Backlash
Trump's New Tariffs on 80 Nations Spark Political Backlash
President Trump's new tariffs on more than 80 countries have ignited a fierce political backlash, with Democrats accusing the administration of an end-run around the Supreme Court and Congress. The... Read more...
Sky News Rebrand: What News24 Means for Australian Media
Sky News Rebrand: What News24 Means for Australian Media
The Sky News rebrand to News24 marks a significant shift in Australian media, as the Murdoch-owned channel prepares to launch under a new name after 30 years on air. This... Read more...
Middle East Crisis: UN Warns Situation ‘Getting Out of...
Middle East Crisis: UN Warns Situation ‘Getting Out of...
The Middle East crisis is rapidly escalating as the UN secretary general warns the situation is “getting out of control” and teetering on the edge of unimaginable confrontation. The region... Read more...
Trump Fresh Tariffs Hit UK, EU, and Major Trading Partners
Trump Fresh Tariffs Hit UK, EU, and Major Trading Partners
Trump fresh tariffs have been imposed on the UK, EU, and dozens of other trading partners, replacing a previous 10% global duty and sparking widespread criticism from allies and major... Read more...
UK Consumer Confidence Gets Burnham Bounce in July
UK Consumer Confidence Gets Burnham Bounce in July
UK consumer confidence surged in July by the largest margin in nearly three years, driven by the so-called 'Burnham bounce' following Andy Burnham's byelection victory, a strong England run at... Read more...
MPs' Staff Security: Urgent Need for Better Protection
MPs' Staff Security: Urgent Need for Better Protection
MPs' staff security has become a critical issue as a new survey reveals that 78% of staff received threatening communication and nearly one in three fear for their safety. The... Read more...
Business Rate Cut for Pubs: What It Means for Your Bar Bill
Business Rate Cut for Pubs: What It Means for Your Bar Bill
The recent business rate cut for pubs announced by Andy Burnham has sparked debate across the hospitality sector. Under the new policy, pubs, clubs, and live music venues will see... Read more...
Trump Dismantles ICC 'Brick by Brick': Sanctions and Risks
Trump Dismantles ICC 'Brick by Brick': Sanctions and Risks
The Trump administration has announced its intention to dismantle the International Criminal Court (ICC) "brick by brick," marking one of the most aggressive attacks on global justice institutions in modern... Read more...
Trump Tariffs: Forced Labour Rationale Sparks Global Confusion
Trump Tariffs: Forced Labour Rationale Sparks Global Confusion
Donald Trump's forced labour tariffs on more than 80 countries have sparked anger and confusion among US allies and trading partners. The new measures, imposed under Section 301 of the... Read more...
Regional Mayors Key Roles in UK Policy: No 10 North Plan
Regional Mayors Key Roles in UK Policy: No 10 North Plan
Regional mayors are set to take leading roles in UK economic policy under the revived National Economic Council (NEC), as part of Prime Minister Andy Burnham's ambitious No 10 North... Read more...