Warsh says he’ll lead ‘reform-oriented’ US central bank
Kevin Warsh has been sworn in as the new head of the Federal Reserve, marking a new chapter after a strained relationship between the world’s most powerful central bank and…
Fast-fashion giant Shein to buy eco-friendly Everlane
Everlane, the retailer that has bucked the fast-fashion industry by promising affordable ethically sourced and sustainable clothing, is being acquired by the king of fast-fashion Shein. A letter to Everlane…
BHP’s $25m Threat to Albo | The West Report
Is Australia missing out on a proper gas tax because the mining lobby scared Labor off before Budget night? Michael West reports that Labor was looking at winding back diesel…
‘Like a sneeze’: AI data centre boom spreads concern
Community and environmental groups have joined the call to suspend data centre approvals in Australia while authorities determine the true impact of the artificial intelligence hubs. Sydney Water also repeated…
Investing in war. Human rights orgs mull legal action against Future Fund, super funds
Australia’s Future Fund and other large funds could soon be defending themselves as opponents of the Gaza genocide consider court action. Andrew Gardiner with the story. A recent landmark New…
Australian policeman dies in Machu Picchu hiking fall
An Australian police officer who fell to his death while hiking to Peru’s famed Machu Picchu is being remembered as a dedicated family man with a passion for travel. The…
OUT. Executive departs as Cricket Australia admits conflict of interest
Cricket Australia confirms conflict of interest over a major IT contract has led to departure of senior executive. Earlier today, Cricket Australia announced that an independent investigation into the controversial…
Greens demand tougher tax changes but support likely
Controversial tax changes in the budget are a “step in the right direction” but the Greens want the government to go further before pledging to give their support. The progressive…
Avalanche of criticism over premier’s fracking ‘threat’
The potential of gas fracking in a pristine wilderness area has opened a fresh fault line between industry and conservation groups. Premier Roger Cook said Western Australia could be forced…
Aussie shares up despite mixed signals from Iran talks
Australia’s share market continues to recover on optimism about a potential peace deal between the United States and Iran, despite division remaining on key issues. The S&P/ASX200 rose 41.4 points…