Queensland Secures Record Investment to Revolutionize Public Education
Queensland has struck a historic education funding deal, setting a new benchmark for public school investment across Australia. The agreement between the Albanese and Crisafulli governments marks a turning point in education funding, unlocking unprecedented resources for Queensland’s state schools….
Protesters Disrupt Treasurer as He Warns of Economic Pressures Ahead of Budget
With just a week until the federal budget is unveiled, Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers has warned that economic challenges—including the impact of Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred and Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs—could strain Australia’s financial outlook. During a speech outlining economic risks,…
Tarun Wig Calls for Stronger Investments in Indigenous Technology in Budget 2025
The Need for a Tech-Driven Budget As India gears up for Budget 2025, Tarun Wig, Co-founder and CEO of Innefu Labs, has emphasized the need for increased government investment in indigenous technology. He stresses that prioritizing sectors such as artificial…
Prince Andrew’s Newsnight Interview Criticized by Aide Amid Allegations of Ties to Chinese Spy
In newly disclosed court documents, a senior aide to Prince Andrew privately admitted that the duke’s infamous 2019 BBC Newsnight interview had been “ill-advised.” This remark was made in correspondence with Yang Tengbo, an alleged Chinese spy who was recently…
Newsweek CEO Dev Pragad to Attend 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas Convention as Guest of Honour
Bhubaneswar/New Delhi: Dev Pragad, CEO of Newsweek, will attend the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) Convention as a Guest of Honour, following a personal invitation from External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar. The event, scheduled from January 9 to 11,…
Microsoft to Invest $80 Billion in AI-Driven Data Centers in Fiscal 2025
Microsoft (MSFT.O) has announced plans to invest approximately $80 billion in fiscal 2025 to expand its data centers aimed at supporting artificial intelligence (AI) models and deploying AI and cloud applications. This move comes as AI investment has skyrocketed since…
Julian Assange Claims He ‘Pled Guilty to Journalism’ in First Public Speech After Release
Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, made his first public remarks since his release, declaring that he “pled guilty to journalism.” Assange addressed the Council of Europe in Strasbourg, France, following his release after a five-year stint in a British…
James Cameron Joins StabilityAI Board Amid AI Evolution
Filmmaker James Cameron, known for his iconic 1984 film The Terminator, has been appointed to the board of directors at StabilityAI, an artificial intelligence firm, four decades after exploring the potential dangers of rogue AI in his movie. In The…
Australia’s Supermarkets Sued Over Alleged Fake Discount Claims
Australia’s consumer watchdog, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), is taking legal action against the nation’s two largest supermarket chains, Coles and Woolworths, alleging that they falsely advertised price reductions on numerous items. The ACCC claims that both retailers…
John Howard Critiques Donald Trump’s Compatibility with Democracy
Former Prime Minister John Howard has publicly stated he cannot support Donald Trump, emphasizing that the ex-president’s refusal to accept the 2020 election results renders him unfit for future elections. In a candid interview with 9News, Howard described Trump’s actions…
PM Defends Record Amid Criticism, Affirms Commitment to Universal Childcare
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has firmly rejected claims that his government is “mired in mediocrity” while defending its record on gambling and housing crises. In a candid interview on ABC Radio National, Albanese emphasized that universal childcare will be a…
Miners Propel ASX Higher After Fed’s Bold Rate Cut
The Australian sharemarket showed positive momentum at midday following a significant interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve, aimed at invigorating the U.S. economy and averting a recession. The S&P/ASX 200 reached an early peak of 8,186.9 before settling at…