Surprising reason behind spending splurge
Economic activity picked up last month, but Australia's biggest bank warns the frothy spending may be temporary.
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Startling Bali reality that can’t be ignored
Bali conjures up images of white sand beaches, crystal clear waters, vast rice paddies – but there is a confronting reality in many areas that cannot be ignored.
Nine boss to step down after Olympics
Nine boss Mike Sneesby will leave the top job at the end of the month, the network has revealed.
Chilling past of paradise island now left to rot
A beautiful island that once served as a mighty fortress was left abandoned for years during its controversial history.
Common item sparks major power outage
In a desert town plagued by power outages, a colorful floating criminal is to blame for the latest outage.
Mega Millions winner scores $1.2 billion jackpot
A US lottery ticket holder has won an eye-watering jackpot of more than $1 billion, ending a streak of 20 draws without a winner.
Palestinian medics say five killed in Israeli strikes on West Bank
Palestine takes place among UN member states in 'historic moment' at opening session of General Assembly NEW YORK CITY: Palestine took its place among UN members at the opening session of the organization's General Assembly on Tuesday. A UN resolution was passed in May recognizing that Palestine met the requirements for membership, and requested that … Read more
IMF agreement could give Ukraine access to $1.1 bn
PHILADELPHIA: Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump met on Tuesday for their first and perhaps only debate, a battle that could have a significant impact on the Nov. 5 election as polls show a close race. Here are tips from the debate: CORRECTS HER RIVAL Harris made a point to get under Trump's skin, … Read more
Pope Francis heads to Singapore on final stop of Asia tour
SINGAPORE: Pope Francis left East Timor for Singapore on Wednesday for the final leg of a grueling 12-day Asia-Pacific tour, flying from one of the world's poorest regions to one of its richest. The marathon four-nation tour has already taken in Indonesia and Papua New Guinea, but the 87-year-old pontiff has appeared in good spirits … Read more
Colombia down Argentina, Brazil stunned in World Cup qualifiers
MIAMI: Argentine Mauricio Pochettino has been named the new head coach of the US national team, the US Soccer Association announced on Tuesday. The former manager of Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain and Espanyol replaces American Gregg Berhalter who was sacked in July after a disappointing Copa America campaign. Pochettino is the biggest name coach … Read more
