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US and Chinese officials meet in the UK for trade talks

US and Chinese officials meet in the UK for trade talks

High-level trade talks between the United States and China have begun in London.

Musk's dad says Trump row triggered by intense stress

Musk's dad says Trump row triggered by intense stress

Musk's dad says Trump row triggered by intense stress

Musk's dad says Trump row triggered by intense stress

Elon Musk's father says his billionaire son made a mistake "under stress" and that US President Donald Trump will prevail.

Greens strike conciliatory tone on super tax changes

Greens strike conciliatory tone on super tax changes

Greens strike conciliatory tone on super tax changes

Greens strike conciliatory tone on super tax changes

The Greens have pointed to the mandate won by Labor at the federal election in their willingness to have good-faith discussions about proposed changes to super.

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Businesses and consumers caught between opposing forces

Businesses and consumers caught between opposing forces

Falling interest rates are not buoying the spirits of households and firms as fast as hoped, as global economic uncertainty keeps a lid on sentiment.

Vance downplays row between Trump, 'emotional guy' Musk

Vance downplays row between Trump, 'emotional guy' Musk

US Vice President JD Vance has sought to downplay Elon Musk's criticism of the president as an "emotional guy" who became frustrated.

Trump, Xi agree to more talks to settle trade disputes

Trump, Xi agree to more talks to settle trade disputes

US President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping have spoken at a time when stalled tariff negotiations have roiled global trade.

Productivity pickle a top priority for upbeat treasurer

Productivity pickle a top priority for upbeat treasurer

Falling interest rates and Australia's competitive advantages are reasons for optimism, says the treasurer as he sets his sights on improving productivity.

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'High risk': The Star's $167m credit to money launderer

'High risk': The Star's $167m credit to money launderer

'High risk': The Star's $167m credit to money launderer

'High risk': The Star's $167m credit to money launderer

The scale of The Star casino's enabling of billions of dollars in risky transactions, including from at least one money launderer, has been exposed in court.

Opposition rules out deal on superannuation tax change

Opposition rules out deal on superannuation tax change

Opposition rules out deal on superannuation tax change

Opposition rules out deal on superannuation tax change

The coalition has signed off on opposing the government's proposal to increase taxes on super balances above $3 million, labelling it unfair.

Republicans laugh off Musk attack on Trump's tax bill

Republicans laugh off Musk attack on Trump's tax bill

Republicans laugh off Musk attack on Trump's tax bill

Republicans laugh off Musk attack on Trump's tax bill

Republicans are backing Donald Trump’s signature tax bill after stinging criticism from Elon Musk and an analysis showing it will blow out US debt.

Australia urged to spearhead regional carbon tariffs

Australia urged to spearhead regional carbon tariffs

Australia urged to spearhead regional carbon tariffs

Australia urged to spearhead regional carbon tariffs

Billed as the tariff the world actually needs, the case has been made for a regional carbon border adjustment to help cut emissions from heavy industries.

Higher US tariffs on steel and aluminium kick in

Higher US tariffs on steel and aluminium kick in

Higher US tariffs on steel and aluminium kick in

Higher US tariffs on steel and aluminium kick in

In a move that has reignited trade tensions with key allies, United States President Donald Trump has doubled tariffs on steel and aluminium imports.

The Star faces $400m implosion over crime concerns

The Star faces $400m implosion over crime concerns

The Star faces $400m implosion over crime concerns

The Star faces $400m implosion over crime concerns

Backpacks full of cash, concealed transactions and gamblers with criminal links were ignored by The Star casino, which faces a fine of $400 million or more.

Economy stalls as private sector fails to pick up slack

Economy stalls as private sector fails to pick up slack

Economy stalls as private sector fails to pick up slack

Economy stalls as private sector fails to pick up slack

More rate cuts might be needed to boost Australia's fragile economy with soft household consumption figures contributing to stalled growth.

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China's commerce minister backs closer Australia ties

Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao says China and Australia should create a good business environment for the two countries' companies.

Australia must ease zoning to fix housing crisis: OECD

Australia's economic growth forecast for 2025 has been downgraded by the OECD, as Donald Trump's tariffs set back the outlook for the global economy.

RBA hints at more interest rate cuts if tariffs worsen

Uncertainty in global markets from Donald Trump's tariffs could lead to the Reserve Bank being more aggressive with interest rate cuts.

Disney laying off several hundred in film, TV, finance

A source says Walt Disney is laying off several hundred workers in multiple teams around the world.

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Food system's billions of 'hidden costs' a sick outlook

The hidden costs to health and the environment from Australia's food system could exceed $250 billion, the nation's science agency says.

Australian shares slip as geopolitical tensions rise

The Australian share market has started the month lower as an escalation in trade tensions and global conflicts prompts investors to take profits.

Jails funded as DV services stretched to breaking point

A $500 million spend after "years of neglect" will help victim-survivors of domestic violence but the sector says costs are still not being covered

Construction company building purpose for youth

Providing youth with valuable work and skills while repairing homes that may otherwise have been neglected is a double virtue of one Indigenous venture.

Farmers hit by disasters to get financial counselling

As drought and floods simultaneously affect farmers across the country, the government has offered more money to help them through the tough times.

Big business wants AI to do 'boring but essential' work

A peak body for some of the nation's biggest businesses has urged a mindset of opportunity rather than fear to help Australia become a global leader in AI.

Slushy start: warmer winter a downer for ski slopes

Winter is here but warmer-than-average conditions pose a slushy start to alpine activities in Australia.

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