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The everyday items that have gone up in price — and what's gone down
The good news this week is inflation has eased slightly. The bad news is it remains stubbornly high. So we’ve tracked how the prices of everyday items have changed. Source link
Solar is cheap, but building enough of it can be difficult
Australia is the world’s biggest iron ore exporter, but the Australian Renewable Energy Agency says ultra-low-cost solar could make it a green iron superpower. Source link
Australians fork out $4 million for failing to vote in federal election
More than 1.3 million people did not vote in last year’s election, and about 200,000 of those have paid the $20 fine. Source link
Pharmaceutical company bows to pressure, offers life-saving drug for free
Breast cancer patients were considering removing their ovaries until the maker of Zoladex 3.6mg said they would give the drug away rather than list it on the PBS. Source link
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The Good List: 6 Things to Bring Joy to Your Day
First Kiss Moon, the biggest museum and being sure of someone. Source link
Canadian Astronaut Jeremy Hansen’s journey into space to be published in a book this fall
Earthrise: A Canadian Astronaut’s Journey into Deep Space will share story of the historic lunar mission. Source link
Despite WestJet wind-down plans, a strike isn't a sure bet, but the clock is ticking
WestJet, Canada’s second-largest airline, is preparing to wind-down operations ahead of a potential strike or lockout by its flight attendants. But an agreement to gradually halt operations doesn’t mean the company is guaranteed to go through a labour dispute, as negotiations between the union and the company continue. Source link
Six artworks to see at the newly reopened Brett Whiteley Studio
An Archibald winner, an intimate portrait of a marriage and a suburban backyard are among the Brett Whiteley artworks on display at his renovated studio. Source link
New Alberta-Canada infrastructure agreement aims to accelerate housing development
The federal and Alberta governments have signed an agreement to allow municipalities across the province to access hundreds of millions of dollars to invest in water and infrastructure and spur new housing developments. Source link
Who’s Allowed Self-Determination? With Brad Simpson
Daniel Bessner, Derek Davison Brad Simpson joins Danny and Derek to explore the history of self-determination, from decolonization and the Cold War to its enduring significance for conflicts today. The post Who’s Allowed Self-Determination? With Brad Simpson appeared first on The Nation. Source link