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Lap dancers 'kidnap' their nightclub boss
THREE lap dancers allegedly kidnapped their nightclub owner boss after he refused to pay them because they "broke the rules" by taking off their clothes. more at work news
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3D printer builds a house in 24 hours
THERE are robot vacuum cleaners and robot mops to help us around the house, so why not a robot to build our homes? Wait no longer. More Technology News
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Why every single Norwegian is filthy rich
NORWAY is a notoriously expensive place to live, but it does have some redeeming financial qualities. For instance, every single Norwegian is a millionaire. Let us explain how. More Costs News
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Finance news you need to know
VOLVO reports a sales boost and the ECB opts to keep rates on hold. Here are the global finance stories you need to know today.
$A higher ahead of US jobs data
THE Australian dollar is a little bit higher, trading in a tight range ahead of the release of US employment figures early on Saturday morning, Australian time.
Aussie market set to open lower
THE Australian market looks set to open lower after US and European markets lost ground overnight.
ASX200 - Top Gainers & Losers at 01:15PM
| Code | Name | Price | Percent |
|---|---|---|---|
| IRI | Integrated Rese.. | 119.5 | 13.2702% |
| ABU | ABM Resources NL | 2.6 | 13.0435% |
| NEN | Neon Energy Lim.. | 7.3 | -74.386% |
| LSA | Lachlan Star Li.. | 18.0 | -14.2857% |
The car that will dob drowsy drivers
MEET the car you can drive with your eyes closed. This Audi sedan will slam the brakes and call the police if you fall asleep at the wheel.
McDonald's sorry after banning teens
A LONDON McDonald's has been forced into an embarrassing back flip after trying to ban teenagers from their restaurant at night.
Watson supercomputer starts business
IBM is investing over $US1 billion to give its Watson supercomputer its own business division and a new home in the heart of New York City.
Qantas downgraded to junk status
QANTAS Airways credit rating has been downgraded in the wake of last month's flagging of a financial loss and job cuts.
Big W joins Aldi, removes 'racist' shirts
UPDATE: BIG W have joined Aldi in recalling a range of Australia Day t-shirt designs that were deemed "culturally insensitive" and "inflammatory". But that's not all - they also got the date wrong.
Google cops $204k fine over privacy
FRENCH authorities have fined the tech giant the maximum penalty for failing to comply with their rules on collecting personal data.
Lap dancers 'kidnap' their nightclub boss
THREE lap dancers allegedly kidnapped their nightclub owner boss after he refused to pay them because they "broke the rules" by taking off their clothes.
'My hellish job almost broke me - so I quit'
LEAVING work at 2:30am during Christmas party season was the last straw for Karren. She quit her 60 hour a week job and has never looked back.
Is this the best work perk ever?
SANDWICHED into a crowded train carriage? One company has provided the best perk ever, 83 foot catamarans to ferry their workers in style.
Making family life work for mums
THE secret to a happy family life is for mums to go to work for two to three days a week and no longer.
TED Talk used to slam TED Talks
NOW here's an idea worth spreading. A professor has used his TED Talk to trash the entire concept, describing them as 'megachurch, infotainment.'
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Online sales push towards $15b
AUSTRALIAN online retail sales grew by more than 10 per cent in the 12 months to November and are likely to grow even faster this year.
Aussie trade balance in the red
AUSTRALIA'S trade balance stayed in the red in November, with a deficit of $118 million, official figures show.
ACCC urges government to flog assets
MEDIBANK Private and Australia Post should be sold off and run as private companies, the ACCC has told the government.
Robot can build a house in hours
THERE are robot vacuum cleaners and robot mops to help us around the house, so why not a robot to build our homes? Wait no longer.
Inside Branson's $28,000 a night tent hotel
SIR Richard Branson's latest property play is the ultimate tent city where guests can enjoy views, spa treatments and unlimited champagne - but it'll cost them!
Low rates drive house approvals
SURGE in house building approvals is an encouraging sign of economic growth ahead, as low interest rates continue to stimulate the property sector.
The floating palace no one wants
FOR those who want Monaco wherever they go, a super ship designed to mimic the billionaires' playground is looking for an owner.
The bunkers of billionaires
PARANOIA is the new black, with home features that protect rich residents from horrid happenings. Panic rooms have now gone sci-fi.
Why every single Norwegian is filthy rich
NORWAY is a notoriously expensive place to live, but it does have some redeeming financial qualities. For instance, every single Norwegian is a millionaire. Let us explain how.
Supermarkets shake up insurance war
CONSUMERS have avoided hefty insurance premium rises and benefited from the nation's supermarket giants expanding into the industry.
The truth about money and happiness
CHANCES are you one of your goals for 2014 is to make more money, but will it make you happy? Here's the real deal about money and happiness.
Trio set to launch hi-tech toaster
THREE Adelaide entrepreneurs have developed a hi-tech toaster that may be the best thing since sliced bread.
Nominate your favourite business
AUSTRALIANS are being encouraged to help recognise hardworking small and medium businesses by nominating them in the Telstra Business Awards.
Cheeky bum burger advertisement banned
THE controversial magazine ad showing the contents of a burger in between a woman's bottom has been banned by the Advertising Standards Board after community uproar.
Online niche product owners thrive
AUSTRALIA'S craftiest small business owners are bucking the trend of high business failure rates by starting online with a niche product.
Bosses fear new bully dob-in laws
BOSSES fear staff blackmail over new powers imposed by the former Labor government for workers to dob in an office bully.
How to grow your wealth in 2014
AUSTRALIANS hoping to fatten their fortunes in 2014 will need to tighten their spending and give themselves a budget makeover.
Aussies have fattest nest eggs
AUSTRALIAN super fund members can toast themselves to the best returns on their retirement savings in 13 years.
Retiring in style ... we're dreaming
INDUGLING in exotic foods, frequently travelling and buying new cars is what many Australians expect to do in retirement despite being unable to afford it.
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'My hellish job almost broke me - so I quit'
LEAVING work at 2:30am during Christmas party season was the last straw for Karren. She quit her 60 hour a week job and has never looked back. More Finance News
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