Australian shares slip as markets mull Iran situation Uncertainty around US-Iranian peace talks have prompted a slightly negative day for Australian stocks, with risk aversion trumping cautious optimism. AAP · Mar 26
Jay Vine's return from injury cut short with crash and abandon on stage 3 of Volta a Catalunya Australian rider ends up in roadside gutter after multi-rider crash, steps into team car Cycling News · Mar 26
Time to buy local: war fuel price shocks reveal the folly of a long food supply chain Most of our food travels many thousands of kilometres across Australia to reach our kitchens. We are highly dependent on a vast web of long-haul trucks to move food between growers, massive food distribution hubs and large supermarkets. The Conversation · Mar 25
What can Australia do about reports of child criminal exploitation? Across Australia, there is growing concern about young people not offending independently but allegedly being recruited, coerced and manipulated by adults into committing crime. Recent examples include: The Conversation · Mar 25
More people are dying on Australian roads. This program could make drivers safer Deaths on Australian roads have increased every year since 2020. This is despite the Australian government’s commitment to Vision Zero – having zero deaths or serious injuries on our roads by 2050. The Conversation · Mar 25
Rising profit margins turbocharged Australia’s latest inflation figures – but something worse is just around the corner Fuel supply shock from Iran – not too many wage rises – will be the driver of higher figures in June The Guardian - AU · Mar 25
'Amazing' leader Molineux hailed despite bit-part role New national cricket captain Sophie Molineux has been hailed for her leadership in the West Indies after guiding Australia to a 3-0 win in the T20 series. AAP · Mar 25
'Moot Point': Meghan Markle, Prince Harry Respond to 35K Petitioners Calling for a 'No Taxpayer-Funding' Australia Trip Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's upcoming visit to Australia faces criticism as a petition demands no taxpayer funds for their private trip. International Business Times UK · Mar 25
Opera House sails lit up with Australian art One of Australia's most well-known structures is the canvas for drawings created by punters who did their work in local Apple Stores. AAP · Mar 25
Morning Mail: Australians switch to EVs amid war, Iran rejects ceasefire plan, tech giants liable for ‘addictive’ products Sales rise amid more warnings about fuel shortages and food prices; minister fear figure may damage relations with Beijing The Guardian - AU · Mar 25
Dozens of Sydney suburbs urged to reduce water use after major main bursts – as it happened This blog is now closed The Guardian - AU · Mar 25
Australia must brace for clusters of natural disasters, not just isolated fires and floods Around the world, communities are battling more extreme weather events. That includes residents in the path of Cyclone Narelle, which is threatening to form again over Western Australia. The Conversation · Mar 25
Are video games art or products? This tension lies at the heart of Australia’s gaming industry In 2004, a largely anonymous team of Australian video game developers released a prototype video game titled Escape from Woomera. The Conversation · Mar 25
‘Manners for machines’: how new rules could stop AI scrapers destroying the internet Australians are among the most anxious in the world about artificial intelligence (AI). The Conversation · Mar 25
AAP · Mar 25 Oscar for best F1 comeback must begin in Japan Australian F1 ace Oscar Piastri has made light of his recent struggles at McLaren -- but he desperately needs to bounce back quickly at the Japanese Grand Prix.
International Business Times UK · Mar 25 Kate Middleton Reportedly Set to Deliver 'Three-Word' Demand to Harry Over Meghan's Royal Appearances Kate Middleton is reportedly preparing a pointed three-word message for Prince Harry – 'Meghan must stop' – amid growing frustrations over the Sussexes' Australia tour and Meghan's hospital photo ops echoing royal duties. Insiders suggest palace tensions are resurfacing, with Kate acting to protect her family from the continuing rift.
The Times of India · Mar 25 Australia announces travel ban on Iranians for 6 months amid Middle East tensions Australia has announced a temporary ban on Iranian tourists, citing concerns over regional instability and the risk that visitors may not be able to return home.
Cinemablend · Mar 25 Charlize Theron Is Back In Action Star Mode In Netflix's Apex Trailer, But I'm More Sold By Taron Egerton As An Australian Psycho Full crazy mode from the Carry-On star.
LiveScience · Mar 25 Scientists are racing to save Australia's 'zombie tree' from a fast-spreading fungal disease A fast-spreading fungal disease has left the newly named Australian "zombie tree" unable to produce flowers, fruit or seeds, and scientists warn that 16 other species may be heading down the same path.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 25 Australians can expect high fuel costs to linger for far longer than the war in Iran Rising inflation and unemployment mean effects of Iran war could be even worse than the post-Covid cost-of-living crisis
The Guardian - AU · Mar 25 ‘Crazy not to’: soaring fuel prices send more Australians into U-turn towards electric cars Sales of EVs and hybrids have increased in Australia ever since the US-Israel war on Iran sent oil prices soaring and raised the prospect that fuel could be rationed
The Guardian - AU · Mar 25 Self-test health kits promise quick results. But what do doctors think of them? Australian pharmacies now offer rapid tests for perimenopause, iron, vitamin D levels and more. Experts weigh in on whether they’re worth using
The Guardian - AU · Mar 25 Australia refuses to say how many Chinese nationals are arriving by boat, saying it may damage bilateral relations Exclusive: Indonesia reports growing number of attempts by Chinese nationals to organise boat journeys, as Australian authorities refuse to reveal details
The Guardian - AU · Mar 25 Swapping the car for a bike and seeing loved ones less: how the fuel crisis is affecting Australians We asked Guardian Australia readers how they are affected by surging petrol prices and shortages. Here’s what they told us
The Independent UK · Mar 25 What is Rob Key’s masterplan for English cricket? It’s all in the lack of detail COMMENT: During a turbulent week attempting to explain England’s damning Ashes defeat, the ECB’s director of cricket struggled to articulate where exactly the men’s Test team go from here, writes Lawrence Ostlere