Australia
Geopolitics
The $2.5 Billion Back Door: Why the Super Micro Scandal Surprised No One in Taiwan
Washington calls it a conspiracy. The Asian supply chain calls it a premium service tier. The indictment of Wally Liaw exposes the reality of the chip blockade.
AI
McCormick Eyes $30 Billion Bet on Unilever's Food Empire
The spice company's audacious play for Hellmann's, Knorr and Marmite would create a condiment colossus, but the maths requires some creative navigation.
Geopolitics
Melbourne's Water Storage Falls 11% in a Year as City Drinks Through Reserves
Storages sit at 69.6%, down more than 200 billion litres from last year. Conditions mirror the Millennium Drought. Restrictions could return by next summer.
AI
Russia Moves to Ban ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini Under New AI Laws
Moscow's digital ministry publishes sweeping regulations that would restrict foreign AI tools transferring Russian user data abroad. Western companies face a familiar ultimatum.
Geopolitics
74,397 Hearts Break in Sydney as Japan Ends Australia's Asian Cup Dream Again
A stunning Maika Hamano strike was all that separated the Matildas from glory in front of a record crowd. For the third time in three finals, Japan found a way.
Work
9 Tax Deductions Most Australians Forget to Claim
The ATO won't remind you. Here's what you're probably missing.
Geopolitics
8 Electric Vehicles Under $50,000 Available in Australia
Affordable EVs are finally here. These models offer the best value for Australian buyers.
Geopolitics
Taylor Swift's Australian Return Signals the End of the Touring Drought
Three Melbourne shows, two in Sydney, one in Brisbane. What the announcement reveals about Australia's live entertainment recovery.
Work
Australia Designates 158 Critical Habitats for Sharks and Rays in Conservation First
The IUCN mapping exercise places conservation responsibility squarely on state and territory governments, but regulatory teeth remain uncertain.
Geopolitics
Apple's iPhone 17e Brings A19 Chip to Budget Buyers Starting at A$999
The budget iPhone gets flagship silicon, MagSafe, and full Apple Intelligence support. Pre-orders opened March 5 with availability from March 11.
Geopolitics
Spain commits €5 billion to shield economy from Iran war. Australia hesitates
Madrid slashes VAT on fuel and electricity from 21% to 10% while Canberra weighs fuel rationing powers and hopes the supply chain holds.
Geopolitics
Uber Fares to Jump 6 Percent Across Australia Next Week
Rideshare giant follows DiDi in passing fuel costs to passengers as petrol prices surge past $2.25 a litre.