Why Brexit was a great thing
IF THERE’S one thing Brexit has taught us, it’s that 20-year-old social justice warriors are smarter than 52 per cent of Brits.
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The massive problem with Brexit
THE war was waged and Brexit won. Now, the big problem with winning is having to deliver on the promises you made.
UK in turmoil over Brexit fallout
THEY’RE calling it Bregret. As Britain’s decision to quit the EU sinks in, the dire consequences are becoming clearer.
What happens now Brexit’s won?
WITH Britain voting to leave the European Union, the attention has turned immediately to what happens next?
Dominos to fall over shock vote
THERE are fears Britain’s shock Brexit result could have a domino effect and ultimately have a disastrous effect on Europe and the world.
What Brexit was really about
THE UK has become the first major country to decide to leave the bloc, but let’s be clear: it was never about the economy.
‘If Brexit, why not Texit?’
THE Brexit vote has inspired debate across the globe — but a movement in the US has been demanding independence for longer.
What does it all mean? Brexit Brexplained
YOU’VE no doubt heard the term “Brexit” bandied about by now, but do you really know what it’s all about? We’re here to help.
Nervous markets brace for ‘Black Friday’
BRACE yourself, Australia. According to a famous billionaire investor, the world is staring down the barrel of a “Black Friday” later this week.
Simple line that started this mess
IT’S the vote that could break up Europe and plunge a country back into recession. Here’s David Cameron’s ultimate regret.
Australia facing $10 billion ‘uncertainty’
THE decision could cost us billions in trade, tourism and share prices, but Aussies have little choice but to sit back and watch.
Historic border could go back up
IT’S a border you can blink and miss, with no restriction on people or goods. But all that could change next week.
Bob Geldof’s bizarre Brexit protest
THE debate over whether the UK should remain in the EU took a bizarre turn involving Bob Geldof, water cannons and a fleet of boats.
‘Tip of an iceberg’: Markets panic
STOCK markets have plunged around the world, as experts warn a looming vote could threaten “Western political civilisation”.
$3500 a month for doing nothing
CRITICS claim the idea would lead thousands of people to quit their jobs. Supporters say it will soon be a reality.
‘You can hear the ice cracking’
INFLATION is at 500 per cent and Cola-Cola and the local brewery have stopped production. There are now fears of a military coup.
Finance news you need to know today
AN APPEALS court has thrown out a jury’s finding that Bank of America Corp was liable for mortgage fraud leading up to the 2008 financial crisis.
Startling stats about our population
BEFORE the end of the decade, the world will experience an unprecedented “crossing” event that will forever change our societies.
Aussie tax cut a gift to the Americans
COMPANY tax cuts would transfer more than $11 billion in revenue from Australian to US coffers, research has found.
Deadline looming for 1.2 million people
IT’S a once in a generation choice that could change everything from travel queues to peace prospects. The deadline is looming.
Is free money a genius idea?
FINLAND is about to give 10,000 people money for absolutely nothing in a bold experiment that could solve their welfare problem. Is it a good idea?
Brilliant app that we can never have
THIS idea failed in the US but is absolutely killing it in China. Someone needs to bring it to Australia, because it’s awesome.
Australia’s super rich to be unmasked
THEY say that a full coin purse doesn’t rattle, so you wouldn’t be able to pick out the ultra-wealthy in a crowd. But that’s about to change.
Two dead after Olympic disaster
TWO people have been killed after an elevated bike path that was heralded as a top project of the Rio Olympics collapsed Thursday.
Get used to ridiculous food labelling
IT’S ONE of the most frustrating things about grocery shopping, but confusing labels could be here for years to come if this legislation goes ahead.
Hundreds of migrants trash Paris metro
THE streets of Paris have erupted into chaos as hundreds of migrants wielding bats and planks of wood engaged in violent street battles.
Chinese officers ‘arrest’ Ronald McDonald
CHINESE authorities weren’t lovin’ Ronald McDonald this week, hauling away a statue of the fast food mascot from a city store.
Arrium bombshell could cost 8000 jobs
THE Federal Government has asked banks to allow Arrium to trade out of insolvency, with thousands of jobs now at risk.
Mortgage borrower paid by bank
IT’S one of the more unusual side effects of negative interest rates — welcome to the country where the bank pays you for your mortgage.
Finance news you need to know today
CHINA’S technology regulator is playing hardball over proposed internet rules that could block access to foreign websites.
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