Tesla on track to join S&P 500 after fourth-straight quarter of profits
Tesla defied the coronavirus pandemic to post another quarter of profits, sending its stock up 6 per cent in after-hours trading and clearing a hurdle that could lead to its […]
Coronavirus updates LIVE: Victorian face mask mandate begins as state anticipates further spike in COVID-19 cases; Australian death toll stands at 128
Victorian face mask mandate begins as state anticipates a further spike in COVID-19 cases.
ASX set for gains as Wall Street ends choppy session higher
Investors digested mixed quarterly results and contentious stimulus negotiations in Washington.
Fiat Chrysler and Iveco offices raided in ‘dieselgate’ investigation
Investigators were looking for evidence car giant Fiat Chrysler and truck maker Iveco sought to cheat emissions tests as the long-running “dieselgate” emissions scandal widened once again.
White House announces US$2 billion Pfizer contract for vaccine
The contract is part of what the White House calls the “Warp Speed” project, an effort to drastically shorten the time to roll out a working vaccine.
The bankrupt, the brothel and a night in isolation
The business brain allegedly behind a major crime syndicate which had defrauded the tax office of up to $17m is famous in New Zealand for all the wrong reasons.
Cleared for landing: Stokes’ political clout unveiled as federal minister, Premier discuss hotel lockdown exemption
A trail of emails obtained by WAtoday lay bare the Seven West boss’ political connections as he sought approval to avoid hotel quarantine and self-isolate in the Kimberley upon his […]
Papers set on fire after US orders closure of Chinese consulate
Documents were set on fire in the courtyard of a Chinese consulate in Texas after the Trump administration ordered the diplomatic office to shut down.
How exercise may change the brain for the better
The findings of a new study raise provocative questions about whether the brain benefits of exercise might someday be available in a capsule form — essentially “exercise in a pill.”
Kim Kardashian asks for compassion, says Kanye West struggles with bi-polar disorder
The reality TV star issued a statement requesting “compassion and empathy” from the public following weeks of worrisome behaviour from her husband.
Global coronavirus infections pass 15 million as daily new cases hit near-record level
The number of people confirmed to be infected globally with the coronavirus has passed a staggering 15 million, with the US leading the world in cases as well as deaths.
China accused of using football stadium-style lighting to plunder fisheries
Fishing trawlers are using lighting systems, equivalent to illuminating an entire football stadium, to help hoover up more than 150,000 tonnes of squid in key parts of the East China […]
Two more ex-Wirecard managers arrested, ex-CEO back in custody
The former Wirecard managers are suspected of defrauding investors of some €3.2 billion by inflating the company’s balance sheet.
Uproar over diplomatic immunity for alleged killer triggers rule change – with a catch
Britain has closed a secret immunity loophole that allowed the wife of an American diplomat to flee the country despite a fatal car crash.
Best of cartoons, July 23, 2020
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Public servants’ pay deal will add to state’s finance challenge, credit agencies warn
Money market analysts are worried about Victoria’s public finances and its AAA credit rating after public servants clinched a 3 per cent pay deal.
Australians willing to double tax to get high quality aged care
Only 4 per cent of taxes are spent on providing aged care, and a new survey finds most Australians believe more resources should be dedicated to the sector.
A Waratah this year: How rugby could win Suaalii against the odds
The imminent signing of the teen sensation should be cause for celebration in rugby circles but, as usual, things are a bit more complicated than that.
‘I was pretty upset and hurt’: How Cate Campbell overcame her Tokyo dismay
Like thousands of other athletes whose Olympic dreams are on hold because of the pandemic, the champion swimmer has had to sort through the mental baggage.
COVID-19 deaths wipe out an average 15 years of life, symptoms linger in young
COVID-19 deaths are wiping more than a decade of life expectancy from those who die from the disease, while some survivors suffer ongoing symptoms.
Raft of grievances: The real reason Matterson walked out on Tigers
The Eels star took exception to Michael Maguire’s strict coaching methods, making a series of complaints on his way out of the Wests Tigers.
Target and superquiz, Thursday, July 23
Trivia buffs: test your knowledge with today’s interactive superquiz and target.
ANZ senior exec says businesses won’t jump on debt bandwagon
A senior ANZ Bank executive has cautioned that businesses will remain hesitant about taking on debt, despite welcome efforts by the government to shore up confidence.
The evidence is in: we need to flatten the carbon-emissions curve
The leader of alarming new climate research writes that there are lessons from the COVID response to give the planet hope.
Beach Energy on hunt for acquisitions as oil and gas giants divest
Beach Energy says its strong balance sheet and access to liquidity puts it in an enviable position to weather the COVID-19 storm and consider acquisitions.
Sensitive planet: Scientists narrow the expected heating from CO2 rise
Researchers have found doubling the atmosphere’s carbon-dioxide levels will warm the planet about 3 degrees from pre-industrial times, narrowing the predicted range that had guided policymakers for four decades.
Labor MP questions security of Parliament after federal raid over Chinese influence
Shadow Treasurer Walt Secord has asked the NSW Parliament for assurances its IT system is not compromised amid an ASIO investigation into the office of Labor MP Shaoquett Moselmane.
Your Daily Horoscope for Thursday, July 23
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Internet service providers urged to deliver ‘clean pipes’ to customers
An Australian Strategic Policy Institute report says ISPs should share information and automatically blacklist dangerous websites as Australia battles an escalation of cyber attacks.
COVID inquiry might start with security guards, but it could stretch to crowded public housing
The crowding of social housing tenants into towers is a matter that requires public exposure and debate.