Opinion
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Media & marketing
Hello Kitty’s looking pretty at 50 (and worth more than ever)
Hello Kitty is famously the height of just five apples. But these days, the more striking statistic is that she’s worth more than 1 trillion yen – close to $10 billion.
- by Gearoid Reidy
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Opinion
Driverless cars
I can’t wait for driverless taxis to arrive in Australia
They’re becoming more commonplace in the US, and I can’t wait to hail my first driverless cab.
- by Gary Nunn
Opinion
Russia-Ukraine war
Putin’s chilling nuclear threat has one strategic target
Vladimir Putin’s nuclear sabre-rattling is spooking many in the West, but its main purpose may be to shape the approach of the incoming US president.
- by Mick Ryan
Opinion
Workplace culture
‘Guilty by chromosome’: Culture change doesn’t come easy for Rio’s workers
It’s jarring how little progress the mining giant has made in overhauling its workplace culture rife with bullying, racism and sexual harassment - and it’s not for lack of trying.
- by Elizabeth Knight
Opinion
Competition
Big Tech didn’t like Biden. Trump won’t be any better for Google & Co
The Biden administration has used antitrust legislation to target the technology giants, even seeking to break up Google. Trump’s nominees to key posts overseeing the tech sector won’t be much friendlier.
- by Stephen Bartholomeusz
Analysis
Australian soccer
A perilous path to the 2026 World Cup just got trickier for the Socceroos
Australia’s rollicking 2-2 draw with Bahrain was another surprise result in one of the most bonkers World Cup qualifying groups ever seen.
- by Vince Rugari
Analysis
NRL 2025
Three players to front board, another can’t train: Why Benji’s got Tigers right where he wants them
Benji Marshall is bringing in tough love, with emphasis on the tough, as he prepares for the 2025 season.
- by Michael Chammas
Analysis
FIFA World Cup
Calamitous defending and spurned chances: Socceroos player ratings against Bahrain
It was another head-scratching performance from Tony Popovic’s team as the Socceroos try to claw their way into the 2026 World Cup.
- by Paul Zalunardo
Opinion
Money psychology
How to end the cycle of financial self-sabotage
One step forward, two steps back. Is that what your financial life feels like? Fixing this isn’t really about money – it’s about how you think.
- by Paridhi Jain
Opinion
Ask an expert
I work overseas. Can I get early access to my super?
Even if you’ve cut all ties to Australia, the rules for accessing superannuation are universal.
- by Noel Whittaker
Analysis
Pension
Thinking of gifting the grandkids some money? Check this first
While the intention of gifting is often to help family members, you need to make sure that you don’t rob Peter to pay Paul.
- by Rachel Lane
Opinion
Global warming
How climate-denier Trump may leave China to save the planet
Xi Jinping will take great delight in showing the world how decadent the US becomes under Donald Trump when it comes to global warming. The planet may be the winner.
- by Ross Gittins
Analysis
Science
The curve that (partially) explains Australia’s climate future
Wealthy countries, including Australia, seem to be charting a different course to less-well-off nations when it comes to climate emissions. Why?
- by Liam Mannix
Opinion
Menswear
The cardigan giving the ugly Christmas jumper some stylish competition
Paul Mescal, Daniel Craig and Jacob Elordi are making cardigans and crafty knitwear the new leather jacket.
- by Damien Woolnough
Opinion
IVF
At 26, I don’t know if my donor father is dead or alive – or if I’m ready to find out
Donor children now are born with a set of relationships with people known, yet to be known, and, for some, forever unknowable.
- by Louis Taffs
Opinion
Streaming
Why Martha Stewart can be my boss any day
The new Netflix documentary just made me more determined to join her workforce.
- by Brodie Lancaster
Opinion
Supermarkets
Daisy saved $400 a month not buying groceries. Here’s how she still eats well
I’ve readjusted to drinking coffee at home to ease cost of living pressures, but some friends have found more creative ways to save money.
- by Maggie Zhou
Opinion
Supermarkets
Will the ACCC’s spotlight on supermarkets deliver any relief?
The competition watchdog’s forensic questioning of Woolworths has so far failed to land a punch or leave red-faced supermarket executives squirming.
- by Elizabeth Knight
Analysis
Jones investigation
What happens next for Alan Jones?
Jones, who was granted bail by police, is due to face Sydney’s Downing Centre Local Court on December 18. It could be the start of a years-long legal battle.
- by Sarah McPhee
Analysis
G20 summit
How Xi worked the room at G20 while Biden went AWOL
Most leaders assembled for a group photo in Rio de Janeiro, the summit host city, but nobody appeared to notice that Joe Biden was running late.
- by David Crowe
Opinion
Jones investigation
I took on Alan Jones. I survived, but the backlash terrified me
Everyone knew that Alan Jones was the most powerful man in media. But how he wielded that power created fear - real fear.
- by Jenna Price
Opinion
Sunday Life
I received an invitation to meet the King and Queen. This is why I accepted it
I chose to engage because I saw no other way through it. Rage doesn’t fit my purpose.
- by Brooke Boney
Analysis
AFL 2025
Fox Footy has given viewers a choice. Will they pay up?
Fox Footy’s move to have their own commentary team call AFL matches in 2025 will change the landscape as viewers will have a choice – and Foxtel’s exclusive Saturday coverage will add to the temptation to subscribe.
- by Peter Ryan
Opinion
Trusts
Trying to ‘rule from the grave’? The trouble with testamentary trusts
Locking your money away in a testamentary trust can cause problems for your beneficiaries.
- by Julia Hartman
Opinion
Oil
‘Drill, baby, drill’: What if the world doesn’t need Trump’s ‘liquid gold’?
Donald Trump wants America to dominate the global oil market. But his plans to boost production come as demand for the fossil fuel has weakened.
- by Stephen Bartholomeusz
Opinion
Russia-Ukraine war
As we mark 1000 days of Putin’s war, Ukrainians know how to force him into peace
Russia must not be rewarded for its aggression against Ukraine or the safety and prosperity of other nations will not be secure.
- by Vasyl Myroshnychenko
Opinion
International affairs
The age of the carnivores is upon us: China, Russia and their war machine
The world is made up of herbivores and carnivores, Emmanuel Macron says. The meat-eaters are circling for a carnivores’ picnic of territorial conquest.
- by Peter Hartcher
Analysis
US Votes 2024
Trump signals a ‘seismic shift’, shocking the Washington establishment
Donald Trump has rolled a giant grenade into the middle of the nation’s capital and watched with glee to see who runs away and who throws themselves on it.
- by Peter Baker
Opinion
Religion
How a schoolyard bully set me on my spiritual path
I grew up a Catholic, but a significant event in grade 5 changed all that.
- by Bhakta Dasa
Opinion
Live Music
I was excited to see one of my favourite bands. Except I didn’t see them, not really
At 23, I’m too young to remember a time without phones obscuring people’s views at concerts. Our need to document everything is coming with a price.
- by Angus Delaney
Opinion
Sharemarket
How Wall Street and the Fed could derail Trump’s MAGA plans
Sharemarket investors were initially excited about the president-elect’s return to the White House but Jerome Powell quickly became the party pooper.
- by Stephen Bartholomeusz
Opinion
Trump's America
I plan to give birth in Trump’s America, knowing it could kill me
Access to a safe and legal abortion may be what saves my life in a risky pregnancy or childbirth. It’s no longer guaranteed in the US – and it is why many American women are stockpiling abortion pills.
- by Amy La Porte
Opinion
Wallabies
Redemption. Revenge. Renaissance. The Wallabies are back, baby
Two down and two to go. The Wallabies are reborn under Joe Schmidt.
- by Peter FitzSimons
Analysis
Australian rugby
Wallabies player ratings: How the men in gold fared against Wales
The Grand Slam tour remains on track for the Wallabies after a commanding 32-point victory over Wales in Cardiff, despite losing Samu Kerevi to a red card.
- by Jonathan Drennan
Analysis
AFL 2024
He’s the ‘most talented’ kid in the draft. So why isn’t Finn O’Sullivan a lock at No.1?
Finn O’Sullivan is routinely referred to as the most talented player in this year’s AFL draft class, but there is no certainty about where he will end up on Wednesday night.
- by Marc McGowan
Opinion
Political leadership
A ‘good life’ can be ours: The curious common ground between Labor and Coalition
The major parties may seem bitterly divided, but we might be entering a new era of political consensus about the way we should be living.
- by Sean Kelly
Opinion
Interest rates
Memo to RBA: If wages growth isn’t the problem, then what is?
The Reserve Bank of Australia is worried excessive growth in wages is keeping inflation above its target zone. But there’s absolutely no sign of that happening.
- by Ross Gittins
Opinion
Illness
It started as a headache. By evening, James was unresponsive to his name
After losing core years of his young life to COVID-19 lockdowns, my teenage son’s life was almost claimed by an entirely avoidable illness.
- by Fiona Hall
Analysis
Australian cricket
Why opening the batting has become a fool’s errand in Australia
One of cricket’s toughest tasks has become a lot more difficult in recent years, which raises the question, why do opening batters put themselves through the seemingly thankless job?
- by Daniel Brettig
Opinion
World Rugby
Breakaway rugby competition would flop - even with Saudi billions
Don’t confuse a concept like cricket’s Indian Premier League with what looks a series of exhibition games in non-rugby locales.
- by Paul Cully
Opinion
Climate crisis
The climate killer we ignore: Women are losing babies. I call it ‘maternalcide’
Soaring heat and compounding natural disasters are triggering fatal heart-related illnesses, mosquito-borne viruses and other fetal abnormalities.
- by Nathalie Beasnael
Opinion
Markets Live
‘Dutton deal’ and ‘Albo arbitrage’: Can markets predict the next PM?
Professional pollsters are having a hard time picking winners, and financial markets are much better at gauging public sentiment.
- by William Bennett
Opinion
Political leadership
Dutton can’t win by aping Trump – and he knows it
Some conservatives are tempted, but few things would do more damage to the Coalition’s chances at the next federal election than taking the wrong lessons from Donald Trump’s success.
- by George Brandis
Opinion
World Boxing
Mike Tyson’s fight with Jake Paul was utterly awful. I loved it
The bout was a farce, but you can watch months of “proper” sport without experiencing a buzz like seeing Mike Tyson back in the ring.
- by Simon Briggs
Opinion
World Boxing
‘Elderly abuse’: Boxing fans boo Jake Paul’s win over Mike Tyson
Tyson landed just 18 of the 97 punches he threw, looking gassed after two rounds.
Political sketch
US Votes 2024
Fantasy, comedy … or horror? Team Trump as a movie script is hard to believe
As Donald Trump picks those he wants to help him wield power, even a movie producer would dismiss the storyline as ridiculous.
- by Tony Wright
Analysis
NRL 2024
Robinson turns to NBA great for help in bid to rebuild Roosters
With the Roosters staring at their most challenging season in a decade after losing a host of star players, coach Trent Robinson has gone global in his preparation for 2025.
- by Danny Weidler
Opinion
Budgeting
Six tips to save you from a financial hangover this Christmas
It may be the most wonderful time of the year, but Christmas can also be the most expensive for many of us.
- by Victoria Devine
Opinion
Careers
Three ways to help you climb the career ladder faster
Following these simple strategies will significantly improve your ability to achieve your dream job and have a rich and fulfilling career.
- by Richard Triggs
Opinion
Kevin Rudd
Please don’t send Kevin Rudd home, Mr Trump. He’s our favourite export
Donald Trump, Your Elective Majesty, you have much in common with our man in Washington. You just need to consider the “detailed programmatic specificity”.
- by Parnell Palme McGuinness
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