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Embattled motorists win bowser relief as taxes slashed

The government has moved to cut taxes on petrol and diesel, as the Middle East war sends global oil prices through the roof.

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As the fuel crisis worsens and more sectors call for help, Labor must be prepared to make tough choices

With the government warning of a ‘long tail’ to the current fuel crisis, Jim Chalmers’ May budget will have even more demands on spending than usual

The Guardian - AU

"As one guy at Ubisoft, I had no impact": Assassin's Creed dev turned indie says he was "miserable" as "one cog" in the massive AAA machine

"Sometimes at Ubisoft it's even worse"

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New COVID Variant Shows Faster Spread but Early Symptoms Look Milder, Researchers Say

You probably felt a familiar sense of dread when the latest headlines began circulating this morning. It seems like every time we regain a sense of normalcy, a new COVID-19 variant emerges to disrupt our peace. Most people are exhausted by the shifting guidelines and the constant threat of another…

Budget and the Bees

COVID-19 variant BA.3.2 is spreading quickly across US – a doctor explains what you need to know

A variant of COVID-19 called BA.3.2, which has circulated under the radar since late 2024, is now spreading quickly across the United States.

The Conversation

COVID-19 Cicada Variant Sparks Alarm—Which States Are Hit by This 'Hyper Mutated' Strain That Stayed 'Under the Radar'?

The COVID-19 Cicada variant spreads across 25 US states. Learn about its 'hyper mutated' spike, symptoms, and vaccine effectiveness.

International Business Times UK

Why are older adults far more at risk from COVID or flu?

New research highlights the impact of ageing-related inflammation, especially due to immune cells marked by the GZMK gene, first seen in people affected by severe COVID.

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Meghan, Duchess of Sussex's pal gives birth - four years after son, 9, death

Kelly McKee Zajfen and her husband, Julian Zajfen, welcomed a baby boy into the world on March 26 - four years after they lost George, nine, to COVID-19 and viral meningitis.

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Airlines are facing yet more turbulence – expert assesses what they need to get through it

The war in the Middle East swiftly led to the cancellation of thousands of flights across the Persian Gulf. The crisis in the industry is severe, but aviation is no stranger to existential shocks. Over the last four decades it has faced the COVID pandemic, the 2008 recession, the September…

The Conversation

‘Ebola,’ ‘COVID,’ ‘HIV’: Shocking find in secret California lab with foreign ties fuels fears of U.S. Bio-security gaps

The Chinese national, who had multiple aliases, was somehow able to run a second lab while in custody.

We Got This Covered

'A feast and a famine' – why are profits falling for major bike brands?

Industry challenges are coming from all corners of the world

Cycling Weekly

Insider Trading: Showpo’s Jane Lu On Fast Fashion, Haters & The ‘Lazy CEO’ Life

Showpo founder and “Lazy CEO” Jane Lu talks immigrant parents, fast fashion, girlboss labels and building a brand in public.

Pedestrian.tv

Energy Lockdown in India? Here’s What Modi Actually Meant

A single sentence can shake an entire nation. And this time, it almost did. When Narendra Modi mentioned COVID-like preparedness amid rising West Asia tensions, the internet didn’t stay calm it panicked. Suddenly, whispers turned into viral claims: Lockdown is coming back. Energy supply will be cut. Fear spread faster…

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Could this energy crisis be worse for the global economy than COVID?

Despite reports of negotiations between the US and the Iranian regime, the Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed to most oil tankers, with only a small number of vessels being allowed to pass. The result is a loss of roughly 11 million barrels per day (mbd) of oil and petroleum…

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The Guardian - UK

Secrets of the ‘super-avoiders’ – why do some people just not get cancer?

Not all people at high risk of developing cancer ever do, but we don’t know much about why. Now, a team of researchers is seeking to understand this in the hope that it could revolutionise prevention and treatment

The Times of India

‘$100,000 diamond ring’: House Democrat Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick accused of misusing COVID funds for personal expenses

US Representative Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick faces intense scrutiny over allegations of misusing COVID-19 relief funds. Prosecutors claim millions intended for pandemic aid were diverted for her campaign and personal use, including a $100,000 diamond ring. The Democrat denies wrongdoing, but the case has sparked calls for disciplinary action, potentially including expulsion…

International Business Times UK

A New COVID Variant Is Spreading—How Worried Should You Be About BA.3.2?

Explore the emergence of the BA.3.2 COVID-19 variant, its spread, and its potential impact on immunity and public health.

The Times of India

'Slowed development of all regions': Putin says Middle East conflict could have Covid-like global impact

Russian President Vladimir Putin warned that the Middle East conflict's fallout could rival the Covid-19 pandemic, disrupting global logistics and supply chains. He noted significant pressure on key industries and highlighted Russia's surging energy revenues amid market turmoil. Moscow has publicly reaffirmed its support for Tehran, though the extent of…

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The Independent UK

Immunity fears as new Covid variant spreads to 23 countries

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New Covid strain that could evade protection from vaccine found in UK

The Covid variant BA.3.2 has been detected in 23 countries including the UK

The Conversation

Grattan on Friday: Albanese government struggles under the ‘stress test’ posed by Middle East war

Crises “stress test” governments and countries. Memories remain vivid of COVID, which put immense pressures on the Australian economy, the federation and Commonwealth and state budgets.

International Business Times UK

Covid Alert: What Do We Know About Variant BA 3.2 And Who It Could Affect?

The 'Cicada' variant, BA.3.2, is gaining attention as it spreads across the US and globally. Learn about its characteristics, spread, and impact.

International Business Times UK

COVID-19 BA.3.2 Variant First Detected in SFO Traveller: Experts Warn on Symptoms, Spread and Hidden Surge Risk

BA.3.2 Omicron variant appears in US traveller; scientists track spread, symptoms, and risk of unseen outbreaks across communities

The Independent UK

‘We were told it was safe’: Inside the legal battle over Covid vaccine deaths in India

IN FOCUS: In a landmark ruling, India’s top court orders a compensation framework for victims of rare but potentially deadly side effects following Covid vaccination. It’s a victory for families – but questions about transparency, consent and trust remain unresolved. Namita Singh reports

The Guardian - AU

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

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