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‘I still hate the man’: Why Wall Street’s billionaires are crawling back to Trump
When President Donald Trump lost the 2020 election to Joe Biden, some of Wall Street’s biggest names swore they were moving on from him for good. Times have changed.
- by Rob Copeland
Brisbane News Live: New Brisbane Airport noise study urged; Maroons lose inaugural women’s Origin match
The latest news in and around Brisbane.
Making ‘clouds’ onstage and other strange challenges solved by this design supremo
Designer Elizabeth Gadsby loves to push boundaries in her work.
- by Chantal Nguyen
Julia Gillard made history with 15 minutes of fury. Now it’s Justine Clarke’s turn
The former prime minister’s famous misogyny speech was a stunning piece of political theatre – and it’s now an acclaimed stage show
- by Louise Rugendyke
Whoa-oh, livin’ with grey hair: What Jon Bon Jovi teaches us about ageing
A new docuseries on the 40-year history of the New Jersey rockers offers unexpected insights into growing old gracefully.
- by Sarah Thomas
ASX set to slide despite Wall Street milestone
The Dow Jones topped the 40,000 level for the first time as US stocks drifted around their records set a day before.
- by Stan Choe
Opinion
Work therapy
I was overlooked for the perfect internal role. Should I move on?
Being passed over for a promotion you expected to get can feel like a death knell, but there might be a hidden reason why it happened.
- by Jonathan Rivett
Opinion
Jobs
Budget’s unspoken message: Maybe we’ll pull off the softest of soft landings
The rate of inflation will likely continue falling and should be back into the target range by this December.
- by Ross Gittins
Cashed up barrister and cattle station owner buys into Lygon Street
Australia’s richest barrister Allan Myers, KC, has quietly snapped up the ANZ bank branch in Carlton, down the road from his old university.
- by Nicole Lindsay
Opinion
McBride trial
David McBride is not a whistleblower or a hero. He is a man convinced of his own opinion
One person’s whistleblower can be another person’s thief, or even traitor. And so it is with the McBride case.
- by Rodger Shanahan
X marks the spat: Xenophon’s legal battle to get his name back
The anti-pokies campaigner is taking on his former business partner over one letter in his former law firm’s new name.
- by Colin Kruger and Noel Towell
‘As bad as it’s ever been’: Property prices blow out and pay rises lag
Home prices have risen much faster than wages over the long term, and the gap looks set to widen.
- by Elizabeth Redman
After 25 years in Victoria, thrift store chain Savers is setting up in Sydney’s west
The cost of living crisis hasn’t been the only factor behind Savers Australia’s decision to expand into NSW for the first time.
- by Jessica Yun
Labor’s deportation bill shelved in Senate stand-off
The government pushed debate on the bill to the next parliamentary sitting in late June as Immigration Minister Andrew Giles faced off with the Coalition.
- by Angus Thompson
Barbara waved goodbye to Sydney and set off to see Australia. She hasn’t been seen since
The 23-year-old American was travelling around the country when she went missing from Beecroft 46 years ago. Now two women are determined to find out what happened.
- by Neil Mercer
Finally, something new for Fashion Week: Old clothes on the runway
On the runway, more brands are championing the idea that past season doesn’t mean old. But some are doing it louder than others.
- by Melissa Singer
Tripologist: Is 90 minutes enough to connect to an international flight?
I have booked flights from Sydney to Tokyo using frequent flyer points, but I have to go via Melbourne. What if my domestic flight is cancelled or delayed?
- by Michael Gebicki
Review
Gadgets
Apple’s 2024 iPads come in powerful, and much too powerful
The new iPad Air acts as a premium option for those not satisfied by the standard iPad, while the new Pro is aimed at the most demanding users.
- by Tim Biggs
‘Lone wolf’ charged over attempted assassination of Slovak PM Robert Fico
The attempted assassination shocked the small central European nation, with leaders blaming the attack in part on extreme political polarisation that has divided the country.
- by Rob Harris
Suns torch Cats in hot conditions in Darwin as King takes lead in Coleman race
Gold Coast had an absolute blinder in very hot and humid conditions, and kicked the highest score in the history of their club with 164 points.
- by Marnie Vinall and Danny Russell
Sky Blues win series opener with 22-12 victory at Suncorp Stadium
The Sky Blues secured victory at Suncorp Stadium in the first match of the series, in front of a record-breaking crowd of 25,000 people.
- by Billie Eder and Andrew Webster
Dutton pledges to slash permanent migration to 140,000 a year
In his budget reply speech, the opposition leader intensified a political fight over housing and congestion by vowing to drive permanent migration below Labor’s target.
- by David Crowe
Opinion
Electric vehicles
I really want an electric car. But they shouldn’t be this confusing
If we’re going to save the planet with these things, we need to be able to buy one without a literal PhD in computer science to understand how they work.
- by Jenny Sinclair
Council officer breaks ranks to call for Brisbane Airport noise study
A Brisbane City Council officer who deals with noise complaints and pollution has made his own submission to a Senate inquiry, calling for planning changes.
- by Sean Parnell
What does the LNP want to rename the Cross River Rail? Take the Brisbane Times Quiz
Catch up on the week’s news stories with our multiple-choice challenge.
Olympian denies sexual misconduct, steps down from coach role
Brendan Kerry has stood down from his coaching position in Sydney as Australian skating authorities investigate the events that led the US Centre for SafeSport to impose a lifetime ban for sexual misconduct involving a minor.
- by Carla Jaeger
Putin thanks Xi for China’s initiatives to resolve the Ukraine conflict
Putin’s two-day state visit to one of his strongest allies comes just as his country’s forces pressed an offensive in the most significant border incursion since the full-scale Ukraine invasion began.
- by Emily Wang Fujiyama, Christopher Bodeen and Huizhong Wu
‘I love the club’: Lomax coy on reasons behind Dragons exit
He’s in career-best form and in contention for a Dally M Medal, but the departing St George Illawarra star said he had been unsettled as far back as the pre-season.
- by Adam Pengilly
Gas giants dodge tougher tax hike in Labor-Greens deal
Oil and gas producers have expressed relief after the government cut a deal with the Greens to pass a relatively modest tax hike for offshore projects.
- by Nick Toscano and Mike Foley
As it happened: Large-scale ransomware data breach engulfs Australian health provider; Slovak PM in life-threatening condition after assassination attempt
Labor will be forced into talks with the Greens over new curbs on coal and gas in a bid to salvage the $13.7 billion tax credits in its “made in Australia” budget plan and Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico is in an “extraordinarily serious” condition after he was shot multiple times in a suspected assassination attempt which has rocked the central European nation.
- by Caroline Schelle and Josefine Ganko
If Zendaya and Sabrina Carpenter can be sexy, why can’t other former child stars?
Making the transition from child star to adulthood is hard enough without the judgement placed on young women embracing their sexuality.
- by Nell Geraets
Nearly a million NSW households face new charges for solar exports
Regional electricity distributors Essential Energy and Endeavour Energy joined Ausgrid in announcing charges for solar customers exporting too much energy in the middle of the day.
- by Caitlin Fitzsimmons
Updated
World politics
Slovak PM in ‘serious but stable’ condition after assassination attempt
The central European country has been rocked after Robert Fico was shot five times in the stomach, arm and leg. A suspect has been detained.
- by Rob Harris
Universities face bans for breaching foreign student caps
The dramatic intervention, introduced by Education Minister Jason Clare in parliament, aims to force down migration.
- by Angus Thompson
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World markets
ASX races into record territory on back of positive economic data
The Australian sharemarket fell just short of a record high after optimistic economic data in the United States and locally created a more bullish market sentiment for equity investors.
- by Sumeyya Ilanbey
Cloud seeding: Indonesia attempts to redirect rain after killer floods
More rain is forecast after monsoonal downpours triggered a landslide of mud and cold lava from Mount Marapi, that caused rivers to breach their banks.
- by Kasparman Piliang and Niniek Karmini
Australians trapped after France declares state of emergency in New Caledonia
Armed forces are protecting New Caledonia’s two airports and port after a third night of violent riots that have killed four people.
- by Kirsty Needham and Camille Raynaud
I want to hate Bridgerton but, like any good romance, I can’t quit
It is said the heart is forever making the head a fool. Well, Bridgerton is forever making a fool of me.
- by Louise Rugendyke
Carol Clay reunited with her first boyfriend. They died together, killed on a camping trip
When Russell Hill and Carol Clay went missing in the remote alpine region it raised an unusual problem for her family.
- by Erin Pearson
Exclusive
Paris Paralympics 2024
Our new Paralympic team uniforms bring the right trends to the runway
Diversity, inclusion and plenty of khaki are key ingredients of the 2024 Paralympic team uniform to be unveiled at Australian Fashion Week.
- by Damien Woolnough
Exclusive
Indigenous art
Gold medallist led campaign to take down Gina Rinehart portrait
Kyle Chalmers and one of the top officials in Australian swimming co-ordinated a group of 20 elite Australian swimmers to campaign against the National Gallery.
- by Eryk Bagshaw and Linda Morris
Unemployment increase reduces chance of higher interest rates
Economists say the job market is cracking under the pressure of the Reserve Bank’s aggressive interest rate hikes.
- by Rachel Clun and Shane Wright
The selection dilemma that proves just how well the Swans are going
Luke Parker has barely missed a game since making his debut for Sydney in mid-2011 – but he will spend a third consecutive week in the VFL due to the Swans’ incredible depth.
- by Vince Rugari
Opinion
Property development
Why house prices will stay stronger for longer
The government alone cannot solve the imbalance in supply and demand in the housing market.
- by Elizabeth Knight
Ten magic moments from Magic Round
Hat-tricks, game-winning tackles and miraculous passes that defy the laws of physics – here are the most magical moments to come out of the annual Suncorp Stadium festival of footy.
- by Billie Eder
Labor senators condemn ‘river to the sea’ chant in Fatima Payman rebuke
Senior Labor figures, including the prime minister, also distanced themselves from Senator Fatima Payman who accused Israel of conducting a genocide in Gaza.
- by Matthew Knott
How do I get the $300 energy bill rebate? Your top budget questions answered
From cost-of-living relief to inflation, our experts unpack your most pressing concerns from the federal budget.
- by Rachel Clun and Ross Gittins
Analysis
Jobs
The trend is pointing in one direction – the job market is slowing
The evidence is smacking observers in the face. The job market is responding to the Reserve Bank’s 4.25 percentage points worth of rate rises.
- by Shane Wright
Wet start to weekend but conditions set to clear for Magic Round, Greek festival
Brisbane is set to host two major rugby league events over the coming days, plus a huge weekend cultural festival on the southside. It’s wet now – will the weather hold out?
- by Courtney Kruk
Premier backs apartment parking plan – but cyclists warn CBD a ‘danger zone’
“If you could choose to get an apartment for 100-grand less, not have to have a car ... why would we not let you have that choice?”
- by Tony Moore and Matt Dennien
Updated
Cybersecurity
Police investigate large-scale healthcare data breach at MediSecure
Federal police are investigating after the Melbourne-based healthcare business was targeted in a ransomware data breach.
- by David Swan and Jessica McSweeney
Exclusive
NRL 2024
Mitchell confronts Anasta over Fox Sports’ ‘personal attacks’
The pair were seen engaging in a conversation inside a Surry Hills restaurant before Mitchell asked Anasta to join him outside to continue their words.
- by Danny Weidler
Weed sprayer recounts fateful camping advice to ex-pilot accused of double murder
Robbie Williams, who was working in the Wonnangatta Valley before Russell Hill and Carol Clay were killed, has told a jury a “sweaty, little fellow” had asked him where to camp.
- by Erin Pearson
Opinion
Inflation
Why this glimmer of hope has Wall Street very excited
At last there’s some good news on US inflation that raises hopes of interest rate cuts. But the excitement might be premature.
- by Stephen Bartholomeusz
Macklemore leads chant for Palestine at Melbourne show
The Grammy award-winning rapper lit up the Rod Laver Arena stage in the colours of the Palestinian flag as he performed his controversial new song, Hind’s Hall.
- by Giselle Au-Nhien Nguyen, Barney Zwartz, Cameron Woodhead, Jessica Nicholas, Tony Way and Vyshnavee Wijekumar
Analysis
US Votes 2024
Why Biden wanted to debate Trump early, and why Trump said yes
Joe Biden’s advisers have long believed that the dawning realisation of a Trump-Biden rematch will be a balm for the president’s droopy approval ratings.
- by Reid Epstein and Shane Goldmacher
Dragons offer Sloan $1 million extension, Walsh out of Magic Round
Knowing they will part company with Zac Lomax at the end of the season, the Dragons have moved to secure the future of one of their other attacking weapons.
- by Adrian Proszenko, Adam Pengilly, Billie Eder and Michael Chammas
Updated
US Votes 2024
Trump signals support for AUKUS pact in meeting with Morrison
While the former PM has come to the Republican’s defence, describing the challenges he faces in the US as a “pile-on”.
- by Farrah Tomazin
Updated
Crime
Murder charge dropped against 12-year-old girl
A preteen girl’s murder charge has been struck out after she was earlier accused of fatally stabbing a 37-year-old woman in Footscray.
- by Tara Cosoleto
Chemists to lose dollar-discount option as government bows to Pharmacy Guild pressure
Chemist Warehouse will be stripped of its ability to give its customers $1 off their medicines under a change the Pharmacy Guild has been pushing for years.
- by Natassia Chrysanthos
Updated
Protests
Four dead in New Caledonia riots, France declares state of emergency
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the federal government was closely monitoring the situation and urged Australians to stay safe.
- by Kirsty Needham, Juliette Jabkhiro and Augustin Turpin
Updated
NRL off-field behaviour
Police swoop ahead of training at Sea Eagle’s home, player charged with drug supply
Former Canterbury and Wests Tigers playmaker Brandon Wakeham has been charged after he was arrested at Brookvale Oval on Wednesday.
- by Adrian Proszenko and Sally Rawsthorne
Finals swansong? Rebels could make history in last home game
Uncertain whether they will exist in 2025, the Melbourne Rebels may be running out at AAMI Park for the last time on Friday. But they have much to play for.
- by Iain Payten
Dolphins extend ‘try-scoring machine’ Nicholls’ contract for 2025
Dolphins prop Mark Nicholls, the man known as “Goat”, has been rewarded for his career-best form with a contract extension until the end of 2025.
- by Joel Gould
Reece Walsh ruled out for Magic Round as young gun gets debut
The Broncos will be without their fan-favourite for Friday night’s game against Manly at Suncorp Stadium.
- by Joel Gould
Slovak PM shot five times in assassination attempt has controversial past
A populist who has courted both sides of politics, he has been compared to Donald Trump and staged a shock political comeback after stepping down in 2018.
- by Rob Harris
‘Very serious’: Abdo addresses allegations against Queensland-based player
The allegations come leading into Magic Round and the first women’s State of Origin match.
- by Adrian Proszenko and Michael Chammas
China’s plan to buy millions of empty homes as it grapples with property crisis
China is considering a radical plan to tackle its ongoing property meltdown which has caused widespread damage to its economy.
- by Bloomberg News
Michael Connelly on quitting work, his new book and how to create the perfect villain
The former LA Times crime writer turned bestselling author has written 38 novels, some of which are now movies and TV series. He’s in Australia this month.
- by Helen Pitt
George Miller’s latest Mad Max instalment sends crowds wild at Cannes
During the six-minute standing ovation, star Anya Taylor-Joy directed cameras to Miller, standing next to her. Hemsworth slapped his shoulder. All three were wreathed in relieved smiles.
- by Stephanie Bunbury
Political football: FIFA to vote on push to expel Israel
A push to expel Israel from international football has opened a new schism in Australia, which plans to abstain from the vote despite the urging of former Socceroo Craig Foster.
- by Chip Le Grand and Paul Sakkal
Analysis
Women’s Asian Cup
Matildas’ encore on home soil cause for excitement for fans and FA alike
The buzz of the Women’s World Cup has been and gone, but another dose is coming, with official confirmation that the 2026 Women’s Asian Cup will be played in Australia.
- by Vince Rugari