Super-rich complain but experts welcome Mamdani’s pied-à-terre tax New York mayor’s policy set to generate revenue and address housing crisis despite outcry in some quarters The Guardian - US · Aug 8
Oil bosses warn prices will soar in a matter of weeks as inventories near unprecedented lows — 'I mean really, really low levels' "You can debate whether that’s going to hit those really low levels in two weeks or three weeks. Once you get to that point, then you’ll see price shoot up.” Fortune · May 30
Gas price spikes are slamming Senate battleground states Diesel surged over $1/gallon in Texas, N.C. and Georgia. Axios · Mar 10
Tom Noonan obituary American actor and film-maker hailed for his screen roles in Manhunter and Synecdoche, New York The Guardian - UK · Feb 24
Saudis Showcase Charm Offensive In Davos Two buildings branded "Saudi House" and "Saudi At Davos" stand out on the chic main street of the Swiss Alpine village hosting the World Economic Forum, showcasing the kingdom's growing presence at major international events. International Business Times · Jan 24, 2025
VCE results released after disrupted year for students, parents reminded to validate feelings Many students have woken up to their VCE results after a year disrupted by floods and COVID infections, as students are reminded that "many pathways" can lead them to further education. ABC News · Dec 12, 2022
Saudi Arabia Assumes Balanced Role at G20 Summit in Bali All eyes turn to the island of Bali in Indonesia, where the G20 Leaders Summit will kick off on Tuesday, with the participation of 19 countries, in addition to the European Union and the guests of honor. Despite the challenges facing the agenda of the summit due to the unprecedented… Asharq Al-Awsat · Nov 15, 2022
This razor looks like it belongs in an art gallery Oui the People has received a lot of praise for its razors that have changed how many think about shaving. Now, they've debuted a limited-edition razor for the holidays. Mic · Oct 29, 2022
Wall Street eager to strike deals with Saudi Arabia, despite political concerns U.S. executives and billionaire investors are mingling and making deals at a conference nicknamed "Davos in the Desert," even as the White House reevaluates relations with Saudi Arabia. WEKU · Oct 25, 2022
Lisa Jarvis: Trans kids don't have the ‘regrets’ Republicans cynically claim A new study confirms what experts in transgender medicine have known for years: The overwhelming majority — 98% — of adolescents who begin gender-affirming treatment continue that treatment into adulthood. Tribune News Service · Oct 22, 2022
Brisbane residents return to assess damage after thousands of south-east Queensland homes flood Brisbane families returning to their flood-affected homes say the water levels rose hard and fast, and took many by surprise. ABC News · Feb 28, 2022