Put those weights down! How ‘eccentric’ exercise opens up a whole new world of fitness
For years we have been told the best way to get fitter and stronger is to lift something heavy, whether that’s a barbell or our own bodyweight. What if how…
Clover Moore capitulates, cancels ‘Globalise the Intifada’ debate
Clover Moore capitulates to Murdoch media and Minns, cancels today’s Sydney debate on ‘Globalise the Intifada’. Andrew Brown writes on the impact of cancel culture. What Comes After the Words…
IMF chief warns of ‘much worse outcome’ if war drags on
The head of the International Monetary Fund warns inflation is already picking up and the global economy could face a “much worse outcome” if the war in the Middle East…
Greens deliver body blow to Labor in by-election race
The Greens have dealt a savage blow to Labor in a forthcoming state by-election, refusing to preference their traditional allies on how-to-vote cards, in a move that puts a once-safe…
Customers resilient, but war still weighing: big bank
The customers of a big four bank are feeling less financial stress, but aren’t out of the woods yet, as the Middle East conflict continues. Some will still face challenges…
Stalled methane fight risks climate, energy security
Scant progress has been recorded on global methane goals that Australia has signed up to, as the global energy agency warns inaction is leaving precious gas out of the market…
EV tax rebate loses power as costs overload scheme
A tax break for electric vehicles the government’s economic advisory body has slammed as costly and inefficient will be retained in the budget, albeit in a reduced format to rein…
Follow-up talks to put ‘flesh on bone’ of Japan deals
Japan’s prime minister will leave Canberra having secured new deals spanning defence, critical minerals and energy supplies during talks with her Australian counterpart. In a meeting overshadowed by the war…
Haribo sales hit record as gummies edge out chocolates
German gummy bear maker Haribo says it achieved a record sales volume last year, driven in part by new product launches and shifting consumer preferences. “Our worldwide sales increased by…
Borrowers back to square one as likely rate hike looms
Mortgage holders are set to be hundreds of dollars worse off per month than they were at the start of the year as the Reserve Bank prepares to unload a…