Rachel Reeves Quietly Reshaping UK Economic Policy
Despite unpopularity and policy U-turns, Rachel Reeves has advanced devolved spending and infrastructure investment, aiming to rebalance the UK economy away from London.
Despite unpopularity and policy U-turns, Rachel Reeves has advanced devolved spending and infrastructure investment, aiming to rebalance the UK economy away from London.
British Airways CEO Sean Doyle says high aviation taxes and fragmented rail networks are deterring tourists, stunting UK economic growth, and urges policy changes to boost inbound tourism.
Australia's fertility rate has dropped to 1.48 births per woman, the lowest ever, due to cost-of-living pressures and delayed childbearing, raising concerns about an ageing population and economic growth.
ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr announces a $700 million saving by slashing infrastructure projects, redirecting funds to health and education.
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HSBC chief economist Paul Bloxham warns Australia's recession risk is rising due to three shocks: RBA rate hikes, Middle East conflict, and budget uncertainty. GDP growth slowed to 0.3% in Q1.
Employment Minister Amanda Rishworth rejects New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon's claim that capital gains tax is a 'wrecking ball', citing different tax systems between the two countries.
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RecommendedNew personal loans issued by banks reached a record $5.1bn in Q1 2026, driven by rising living costs and financial stress. Calls to the national debt helpline have also surged.
IKEA's new PS 2026 Easy Chair, a $159 inflatable armchair with a '90s-inspired design, has gone viral in Australia, sparking nostalgia and praise for its comfort and innovation.
New analysis reveals Labor's proposed capital gains tax changes could increase taxable gains on popular ASX stocks by 82%, with investors facing effective tax rates up to 48%.
Woolworths has removed its unpopular single-handle shopping baskets, replacing them with a two-handle design made from recycled materials. Customers had complained about discomfort and difficulty carrying the baskets.
Tabitha Wellman turned her struggle to find a reliable cleaner into Manhattan Maids, now a nationally-awarded cleaning business operating across Australia with a team of 85.
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RecommendedStevie Nicks has donated $3 million to the University of Southern California's medical school to create an endowed chair in otolaryngology honoring Dr. Joseph Sugerman, her longtime voice doctor.
Elon Musk's SpaceX plans the biggest IPO in history, raising $75bn. Learn how to buy shares, risks, and expert opinions on the June 12 launch.
The UK ceramics industry, employing 20,000 people, calls for further government support amid rising energy costs and international competition, despite a recent £120m package.
Canadian warehouse workers at Walmart have signed their first-ever collective agreement, a breakthrough that union leaders say is just the start of a broader fight to unionize major employers across the country.
Woolworths is reintroducing twin-handle shopping baskets across all stores by September after customers complained about the single-handle design introduced in 2023.
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RecommendedShadow Housing Minister Andrew Bragg revealed Labor spent nearly $7 million on advertising its 5% deposit scheme, sparking a fiery Senate exchange with Finance Minister Katy Gallagher.
Liberal Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price questions ASIC over attributing rising business insolvencies to poor financial control, arguing broader economic factors under the Albanese government are to blame.
The Iata AGM in Rio de Janeiro sees airline leaders defy jet fuel shortages and war threats, focusing on recovery and future challenges.
An IGA store in Queensland has created pineapple-infused chicken sausages to celebrate Queensland Day, sparking debate. Proceeds support a local school.
Australian parents are spending billions on baby products, with many buying unnecessary luxury items. Experts warn of intense financial pressure and urge focus on essentials.
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RecommendedA family of four embarks on a week-long donkey trek through the Spanish Pyrenees, discovering the joy of slow travel and the strong-willed nature of their donkeys.
UK banks are closing at a rate of 53 per month, leaving customers like pensioners and small business owners struggling with app outages and limited access to face-to-face banking.
Tim Dowling's ebike holiday in Romania begins with a bear scare, a nasty shin injury from tree roots, and his wife tumbling into gorse. Day one of four promises more adventure.
Zinc Airlines, led by former Qantas Loyalty boss Peter Kelly, aims to break into Australia's duopoly by basing operations at Western Sydney International Airport, using a single aircraft type and a novel operating model.
A 69-year-old nurse from NSW withdrew $22,000 from her superannuation to pay for weight-loss surgery after being denied a hip replacement due to her weight. The procedure allowed her to lose weight and eventually undergo the hip replacement.
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RecommendedA 69-year-old nurse from Lithgow, NSW, withdrew $22,000 from her superannuation to pay for gastric sleeve surgery after being denied a hip replacement due to her weight. The procedure enabled her to lose weight, qualify for the hip replacement, and return