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Not just cigarettes and alcohol: why the ‘Oasis index’ and others like it offer real economic insights
For decades, economists have used everything from lipstick to underpants to work out how people really feel about spending money.
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The Origin Energy breach has been unusual – but there are ways to better protect your data
With rapid advances in AI, scammers have access to more sophisticated tools, including fake documents and more personalised targeting.
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Alberta’s proposed West Coast pipeline faces a high-stakes economic test
A newly proposed pipeline to B.C.’s coast promises tens of thousands of jobs and billions in GDP growth. But falling Asian oil demand and a track record of cost overruns complicate the picture.
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Ancient Egyptian princesses weren’t just figureheads – their weapons reveal lives of skill and strength
Women played a crucial role in all aspects of the development and endurance of the state, including some who ruled the country in their own right.
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How the BJP finally won in West Bengal after years of trying
The Hindu nationalist party overcame West Bengal’s traiditional pluralism with its message of ‘Hindus under threat’.
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Harvey Nichols may be for sale, but it will always be an important part of UK fashion history
A fashion academic recalls her time working at the iconic store in the 1990s, when it was at its fashion-forward peak.
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Starbucks’ big marketing blunder in South Korea shows how cultural blind spots can put global brands in a bind
Translation is only part of the challenge for multinational companies. Words, slogans and symbols can take on entirely different meanings across cultures.
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Detroit wants to elevate youth voices in leadership – that means giving them real power
Building relationships and creating equitable opportunities are critical to engaging Detroit’s young people in safe and positive activities.
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Employment surges in June, leaving the door open to further interest rate rises
The Reserve Bank will be closely watching these job trends, along with upcoming inflation data, ahead of its August rate announcement.
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The US is issuing billions in tariff refunds. That won’t unwind the damage to the global trading system
Refunds on US$160 billion of tariffs are slowly flowing back to businesses. But they won’t restore lost customers or lost confidence in trading with the US.
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Jobs abroad or jobs in Africa? Why a focus on work in other countries shouldn’t replace opportunities at home
Questions persist over ethical recruitment from countries already facing healthcare workforce shortages.
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Why 78 degrees isn’t the right thermostat setting for everyone during a heat wave
There is no single thermostat setting that is right for every person or every home. And there are other easy, low-cost steps that can help keep everyone comfortable when hot weather sets in.