Lower inflation in the December quarter boosts chances of an interest rate cut
A larger than expected drop in inflation data has boosted the chances of an interest rate cut as soon as February.
DeepSeek: how a small Chinese AI company is shaking up US tech heavyweights
More efficient AI models may make research easier – and raise questions about the value of investments in huge datacentres.
After fleeing the Taliban, the Afghan women’s cricket team is finally playing together – in Australia
An Afghan women’s cricket team is set to play its first match in years. It could put pressure on the International Cricket ...
WHO in Africa: three ways the continent stands to lose from Trump’s decision to pull out
The US withdrawal from the WHO will have a severe impact on HIV, polio and many other health programmes on the African ...
Vitamin B6 is essential – but too much can be toxic. Here’s what to know to stay safe
Vitamin B6 can cause permanent damage to nerves. Studies have shown symptoms improved when the person stopped taking the ...
A marine heatwave in northwest Australia is killing huge numbers of fish. It’s heading south
In 2010, an enormous marine heatwave devastated ocean life in Western Australia. Now another big one is taking hold – and ...
As the Myanmar junta’s hold on power weakens, could the devastating war be nearing a conclusion?
Myanmar’s junta now only controls 21% of the country. Even if the regime can be ousted, there are increasing fears the ...
View from The Hill: Chalmers claims ‘sustained progress’ against inflation, as government crosses its fingers for rate cut
After Wednesday’s encouraging inflation numbers, the Albanese government and the financial markets would be shocked if the ...
DeepSeek’s success challenges assumptions about Chinese tech companies – and the US-China competition
DeepSeek’s launch raises questions over the effectiveness of US attempts to stifle Chinese advances in AI. Here’s what we can ...
Climate finance and care services: why public investment is necessary
Only 4% of funds earmarked for adaptation to climate change have been targeted for healthcare, childcare and long-term care ...
When news is stressful, how do you balance staying informed with ‘doomscrolling’?
One click leads to another and, before you know it, you’re tumbling down a rabbit hole of bad news. Here are some practical ...