Tech Stock Slump Weighs on US Markets Amid Inflation Concerns
Weakening tech stocks, particularly Nvidia, Apple, and Microsoft, dragged down the S&P 500 and Nasdaq, while the Dow rose; concerns about the Federal Reserve's interest rate policy and persistent inflation are contributing factors; the Australian market anticipates a positive open.
Tech Stock Slump Weighs on US Markets Amid Inflation Concerns
Weakening tech stocks, particularly Nvidia, Apple, and Microsoft, dragged down the S&P 500 and Nasdaq, while the Dow rose; concerns about the Federal Reserve's interest rate policy and persistent inflation are contributing factors; the Australian market anticipates a positive open.
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44% Bias Score
Unregistered Sydney Homeschooling Academy Continues Operation Despite Founder's Criminal Charges
Mohamed El Brizy, founder of the unregistered Sydney homeschooling academy Sunnah Life Academy, faces trial on serious criminal charges, yet the academy continues to operate, raising concerns about regulatory oversight of homeschooling centers in NSW.
Unregistered Sydney Homeschooling Academy Continues Operation Despite Founder's Criminal Charges
Mohamed El Brizy, founder of the unregistered Sydney homeschooling academy Sunnah Life Academy, faces trial on serious criminal charges, yet the academy continues to operate, raising concerns about regulatory oversight of homeschooling centers in NSW.
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40% Bias Score
Rising Matricide in Australia Highlights Need for Support Services
In Australia, matricide, the killing of a mother by her child, is increasingly common; in 2022-23, sixteen of eighty-four domestic homicide victims were parents of their killers. Cases highlight mental illness, substance abuse, and financial motives, underscoring the need for increased support servi...
Rising Matricide in Australia Highlights Need for Support Services
In Australia, matricide, the killing of a mother by her child, is increasingly common; in 2022-23, sixteen of eighty-four domestic homicide victims were parents of their killers. Cases highlight mental illness, substance abuse, and financial motives, underscoring the need for increased support servi...
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52% Bias Score
Weak Consumer Spending Slams Myer and Premier Profits
Myer and Premier Investments reported significantly lower sales and profits for the first half of 2025, reflecting weak consumer spending during the Christmas period and Black Friday sales, driven by a challenging macroeconomic environment and high interest rates.
Weak Consumer Spending Slams Myer and Premier Profits
Myer and Premier Investments reported significantly lower sales and profits for the first half of 2025, reflecting weak consumer spending during the Christmas period and Black Friday sales, driven by a challenging macroeconomic environment and high interest rates.
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44% Bias Score
Will.i.am Launches AI-Powered Radio Platform Amid Artist AI Concerns
Will.i.am launched Raidio.fyi, a conversational AI-powered radio platform, contrasting with widespread artist concerns about AI replacing human creativity; the platform lets users interact with AI DJs in real-time and request information.
Will.i.am Launches AI-Powered Radio Platform Amid Artist AI Concerns
Will.i.am launched Raidio.fyi, a conversational AI-powered radio platform, contrasting with widespread artist concerns about AI replacing human creativity; the platform lets users interact with AI DJs in real-time and request information.
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36% Bias Score
Australian Hamilton Star Adapts Role, Overcomes Pandemic Challenges
Jason Arrow, the lead in the Australian production of Hamilton, adapted his portrayal of Alexander Hamilton for Australian audiences, overcoming challenges posed by COVID-19 restrictions and a four-month closure, ultimately performing the role over 800 times before transitioning to a new role in Ope...
Australian Hamilton Star Adapts Role, Overcomes Pandemic Challenges
Jason Arrow, the lead in the Australian production of Hamilton, adapted his portrayal of Alexander Hamilton for Australian audiences, overcoming challenges posed by COVID-19 restrictions and a four-month closure, ultimately performing the role over 800 times before transitioning to a new role in Ope...
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24% Bias Score
Sydney Housing Crisis Deepens Amidst $3.5 Trillion Wealth Transfer
In Sydney, Australia, a $3.5 trillion wealth transfer from Baby Boomers to subsequent generations is exacerbating the housing crisis, disproportionately affecting Gen Z, and raising concerns about retirement security and wealth inequality.
Sydney Housing Crisis Deepens Amidst $3.5 Trillion Wealth Transfer
In Sydney, Australia, a $3.5 trillion wealth transfer from Baby Boomers to subsequent generations is exacerbating the housing crisis, disproportionately affecting Gen Z, and raising concerns about retirement security and wealth inequality.
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48% Bias Score
Ethical Breach Allegations in Cannabis Cancer Research Project
An investigation is underway into a University of Newcastle and Ecofibre research project using cannabis to treat cancer, amid allegations of inadequate ethical approvals for human tissue use and potentially improper tests on a dying woman. The university's investigation focuses on ethical approval ...
Ethical Breach Allegations in Cannabis Cancer Research Project
An investigation is underway into a University of Newcastle and Ecofibre research project using cannabis to treat cancer, amid allegations of inadequate ethical approvals for human tissue use and potentially improper tests on a dying woman. The university's investigation focuses on ethical approval ...
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64% Bias Score
Australia's Housing Crisis: Affordability, Economic Risks, and Political Gridlock
Australia's housing affordability is at a record low, with high prices and interest rates impacting buyers. Experts suggest that lowering house prices could improve affordability but disagree on the economic consequences and political feasibility due to existing homeowners' concerns and the signific...
Australia's Housing Crisis: Affordability, Economic Risks, and Political Gridlock
Australia's housing affordability is at a record low, with high prices and interest rates impacting buyers. Experts suggest that lowering house prices could improve affordability but disagree on the economic consequences and political feasibility due to existing homeowners' concerns and the signific...
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60% Bias Score
Data Recorders Fail in South Korea's Deadliest Air Crash
The voice and data recorders of a Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 that crashed in South Korea on December 29, killing 179 of 181 on board, stopped recording four minutes before the crash, hindering the investigation into the cause of the accident.
Data Recorders Fail in South Korea's Deadliest Air Crash
The voice and data recorders of a Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 that crashed in South Korea on December 29, killing 179 of 181 on board, stopped recording four minutes before the crash, hindering the investigation into the cause of the accident.
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32% Bias Score
Soaring Back-to-School Costs in Australia Reach \$13.6 Billion
Australian parents will spend \$13.6 billion on back-to-school costs in 2025, a \$700 million increase from 2024, driven by technology requirements and underfunded public schools, impacting low-income families disproportionately.
Soaring Back-to-School Costs in Australia Reach \$13.6 Billion
Australian parents will spend \$13.6 billion on back-to-school costs in 2025, a \$700 million increase from 2024, driven by technology requirements and underfunded public schools, impacting low-income families disproportionately.
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52% Bias Score
Queensland Expands State Flying Squad to Combat Crime Spikes
Queensland Premier David Crisafulli announced a $32.5 million, five-year expansion of the State Flying Squad to 58 officers, aiming to tackle crime spikes by absorbing resources from existing task forces and addressing high police attrition rates.
Queensland Expands State Flying Squad to Combat Crime Spikes
Queensland Premier David Crisafulli announced a $32.5 million, five-year expansion of the State Flying Squad to 58 officers, aiming to tackle crime spikes by absorbing resources from existing task forces and addressing high police attrition rates.
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52% Bias Score