THE NEW YORK TIMES: The US government shutdown left federal agencies in flux and many of their employees in a state of confusion.

THE NEW YORK TIMES: Moves by the White House appear both unprecedented and punitive, underscoring the risks of a fiscal stalemate that has no end in sight. 

Although government shutdowns typically have a negligible impact on capital markets, the timing of this one is significant.

Anthony Albanese has been urged to ditch a ‘hands-off attitude’ and get involved as Australia’s biggest miner faces off with Beijing.

With a US review of AUKUS poised to go Australia's way, Government officials will be quizzed on a separate bilateral pact as critics demand a course change.

Anthony Albanese has urged BHP and Chinese iron ore customers to come to a quick resolution on hardball price negotiations that have reportedly led to a halt on imports of Australia’s lifeblood commodity. 

From alpaca yoga retreats to taxidermied kangaroos, Australian office workers are footing the bill for some truly bizarre job-related expenses.

One of Australia’s big four banks has suffered a major technology break with systems shut down and customers unable to process transactions.

Friends have remembered the life of a woman who was found dead alongside her eight-year-old daughter in a multimillion-dollar Airbnb.

One of Australia’s big four banks has suffered a major technology break with systems shut down and customers unable to process transactions.

The radio executive responsible for bringing Sydney’s Kyle and Jackie O breakfast show to the Melbourne airwaves has resigned amid ongoing financial challenges and lacklustre ratings.

A finance expert has sounded a warning to first home buyers - but there’s good news for some.

Hidden in the Swedish Lapland forest, Treehotel invites guests to live among the pines in architectural wonders.

The tone is set from the moment we set off — champagne, a salt breeze and the faint shimmer of a stingray off the bow. 

Step into the magical world of London’s oldest hotel — one where children are welcome.

MITCHELL JOHNSON: Instead of clutching pearls every September and chomping at the bit to be outraged, why don’t we just take a breath and allow the players to let their hair down?

KATE EMERY: The problem is not, whatever TikTok influencers might want you to believe, that sunscreen is a scam.

EDITORIAL: Labor’s First Home Guarantee Scheme will drive up house prices and push the Great Australian Dream of property ownership even further out of reach.

THE NEW YORK TIMES: Moves by the White House appear both unprecedented and punitive, underscoring the risks of a fiscal stalemate that has no end in sight. 

I’ve known for two years that my friend’s husband lies to her about where he is on a daily basis. Should I tell her what he’s up to?

THE NEW YORK TIMES: While artificial intelligence chatbots promise detailed, personalised answers, they also offer validation on demand.

Taylor Swift’s new album releases tomorrow, and ever the shrewd marketer, there’s a special movie event to coincide with the launch, but for three days only.

‘They literally — this is my scene!’

An awkward radio interview earlier this month has gone viral after Keith Urban appeared annoyed at a line of questioning about his estranged wife, Nicole Kidman, and their relationship.

THE NEW YORK TIMES: An energetic mayor was sick of being surrounded by children addicted to their screens. He pushed for the government to step in.

THE NEW YORK TIMES: While artificial intelligence chatbots promise detailed, personalised answers, they also offer validation on demand.

THE NEW YORK TIMES: ‘Our aim was to depict a spectrum. You don’t have to end up being rail thin to qualify as having an eating disorder.’

I’ve known for two years that my friend’s husband lies to her about where he is on a daily basis. Should I tell her what he’s up to?

The Washington Post: While some studies show no gender difference in the experience of pain, most suggest women are actually more sensitive to pain than men. 

Nutritionist Sarah Di Lorenzo: Spring is the perfect opportunity to give yourself a little overhaul and focus on being your best self.

MITCHELL JOHNSON: Instead of clutching pearls every September and chomping at the bit to be outraged, why don’t we just take a breath and allow the players to let their hair down?

The conversation lasted just 12 minutes when the shattered 28-year-old took off.

The Bulldogs legend has detailed his plans for the NRL grand final as he provided a health update to the rugby league world.

THE NEW YORK TIMES: The US government shutdown left federal agencies in flux and many of their employees in a state of confusion.

The price of gold has soared to new highs, as the US government entered its first shutdown in almost seven years after lawmakers failed to reach a deal on government funding. 

Prince Harry’s court case against the Daily Mail publisher now includes fresh claims involving Prince William and Princess Catherine, threatening to escalate the royal rift.