Great brain rush is upon us: Smartest ways to beat cognitive decline
The world’s wellbeing focus is now firmly on the control centre as experts weigh in on the latest – and smartest – ways to light up our grey matter and stave off cognitive decline.
Coronavirus
Interest added to Covid refunds
Thousands of people will be paid interest on top of refunds they receive from the NSW government for ‘invalid’ Covid fines issued during the pandemic but cancelled on legal advice.
Aussie dollar could slide even further in market turmoil
The dollar could test lows not seen since market turmoil in early 2020 in the coming weeks, after US tariffs heighten the risk of a global trade war.
‘Owe her nothing’: Ita’s shock emails about sacked ABC host
Former ABC chair Ita Buttrose asked if host Antoinette Lattouf could “come down with the flu or Covid” before she was taken off air, according to emails revealed in court.
Union warning after survey highlights rate of aviation injuries
The TWU is warning the aviation industry is in ‘crisis’ due to high rates of injury among the ‘poorly paid, overworked and inexperienced post-Covid workforce’.
More employees means more workers stay at home
The Covid regime of working from home is still largely in place but at the same time, more public service employees have been added. It’s easy to figure out why WFH is contagious.
Grandad’s claim over child abuse material
A court has been told the reason why grandfather convicted of accessing child abuse material decided to access it in the first place.
Grandad’s claim over child abuse material
A court has been told the reason why grandfather convicted of accessing child abuse material decided to access it in the first place.
Big government is still the issue on inflation horizon
Disruptions to the global economy caused by Covid started our inflation problem; the remedies of Anthony Albanese, Jim Chalmers and Katy Gallagher risk turning it into its evil twin.
Recruitment assistance business ready to get busy in the US
Two childhood friends who reached out to each other during the worst of the Covid-19 pandemic are revolutionising the recruitment industry and their next goal is the giant US market.
Interest rate relief at closest point since pandemic
A better than expected fall in inflation means the Reserve Bank may consider an interest rate cut for the first time since February 2020.
Ex-soldier to learn fate over multiple rapes
A former soldier found guilty of drugging and raping multiple women during the Covid-19 pandemic will learn his fate in court.
Victorian cops face fraud charges
Two Victorian police officers face court over alleged $15,000 fraud during Covid-19 lockdowns.
Ex-soldier to learn fate over multiple rapes
A former soldier found guilty of drugging and raping multiple women during the Covid-19 pandemic will learn his fate in court.
Covid honour roll to be phased out
Special measures to honour emergency workers and public servants in the pandemic have been clawed back, slowing any future acknowledgment of national contributions from the time.
WHO failed on pandemic, as new CIA finding shows
Without US funding, health body can reflect on its shortcomings.
On Covid, CIA finally makes the only logical call
The agency’s assessment that Covid likely originated in a lab won’t surprise anyone who has closely followed this topic. Joe Biden’s pre-emptive pardon for Anthony Fauci should enrage every family who lost a loved one to Covid-19.
CIA now favours lab leak theory on origins of Covid-19
A laboratory mishap in Wuhan has been identified as the probable source of virus that killed more than seven million people worldwide.
Epidemiologist Allen Cheng leads medical honours
Covid-19 thrust epidemiologist Professor Allen Cheng into the spotlight. His expertise during the pandemic response been recognised in this year’s Australia Day Honours list.
Trump revokes security protection for Covid adviser Fauci
The US president said the former top health official, who has received death threats, ‘made a lot of money’ and could hire his own security.
Young vaper Alex tested nicotine levels in his body — the results shocked
Nicotine levels in vapers’ bodies are being tested with an Australian-first device at a clinic in Sydney. The results are shocking.
Media feuds and boos: Is this how it ends for the GOAT of the AO?
When Novak Djokovic comes to Australia, there’s no shortage of drama that follows. But is this how it all ends for the master of Melbourne Park? SCOTT GULLAN with the analysis.
Deadly failures at aged-care home revealed
A coroner has handed down his findings into the 19 deaths of patients during the COVID-19 outbreak at Newmarch House at the height of the pandemic.
‘Stressed-out’ homebuyers’ big win against SA developer
A landmark court win in South Australia means two homebuyers who had their contracts cancelled by a developer during Covid-19 can finally move in – and it could have ramifications for others.
FSC’s plan to get the economy growing again
In the lead-up to the next federal election, the government’s rhetoric must be matched by concrete policy commitments that would fuel a private sector-led economic recovery.
More homes hitting the market
Property buyers are experiencing the best market conditions since Covid-19 began, as the number of homes listed for sale rises to the highest level in years.
Flight Centre boss slams Labor spending spree
Graham Turner says his business is suffering from excessive government spending, which is stymieing an economy still struggling to fire.
Two questions that will shape our destiny in the next 25 years
In the 21st Century, Australia’s direction has been largely shaped by global events – take the GFC and the Covid pandemic. What would a regional conflict do to the nation?
A picture of natural beauty: lake’s splendour transforms Mallee town
Locals feared the Covid pandemic would stop the steady stream of visitors to Lake Tyrrell. Instead it has become an attraction for Australians looking to explore their own backyard.
Australian ETF industry’s value to soar beyond $300bn
A year after taking a record $33bn of cash inflows in 2024, experts believe Australian exchange-traded funds will surpass more than $300bn under management by the end of 2025.
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