Shares cautious in Asia as US government faces shutdown
Share markets got off to a cautious start in Asia on Monday as investors braced for a possible shutdown of the US government, which would in turn delay publication of…
Financial sector urged to shoot higher on climate risk
Coming clean on climate risks has proven “flawed” as a tool to steer investment away from fossil fuels and into renewables in line with global emissions goals, environmental groups have…
‘Problems can be solved’: PM’s rally call to UK party
The prime minister has urged the UK’s ruling party to ensure pillars of society are not abandoned in the face of looming technological advances and overseas threats. In a speech…
Budget bottom line in better shape before rates call
The federal budget is $18 billion better off thanks to a stronger-than-expected jobs market. The final budget outcome, to be released on Monday, is set to show a deficit of…
Where’s Paul? Inside the attack on cardiologist by St Vincent’s and Victor Chang
St Vincent’s Hospital and the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute have gone to ground following their controversial antisemitism claims against suspended cardiologist Peter McDonald. Wendy Bacon and Cathy Peters on…
‘Warm and engaging’: PM meets with King in Scotland
Anthony Albanese has held talks with King Charles III during his visit to the UK, as the prime minister defends an upcoming address to Britain’s Labour Party conference. The prime…
Clive takes legal stoush with government to Switzerland
Mining magnate Clive Palmer plans to take his legal fight with the federal government all the way to Switzerland. The outspoken tycoon owes the Commonwealth more than $13 million after…
‘So much harder’: extreme heat, care work and the city
Spare a thought for the mother with hot, irritable children in tow, trying to get to the other side of the road. Typically timed to the pace of “a six-foot…
Britain pledges $3 billion loan for Jaguar Land Rover
Britain will back Jaguar Land Rover with a Stg1.5 billion ($A3.1 billion) loan guarantee to help support its supply chain in the wake of the luxury carmaker’s production shutdown following…
Australia speeding past shortcuts to cleaner transport
The switch from petrol guzzlers to electric wheels is a priority in the race to decarbonise transport but Australia could be underplaying a complementary policy lever. Reducing car dependence in…