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‘Whizzing sound’: Trump ‘fine’ after assassination attempt
The attack, by a shooter who was killed by the Secret Service, was the first attempt to assassinate a president or presidential candidate since 1981.
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Police pursue motive for Trump assassination attempt
Authorities race to identify the suspect’s motive and whether they carried out a lone-wolf attack; the FBI declares the shooting at a rally in Pennsylvania as an attempt to assassinate the former president. Follow updates here.
‘Absolutely abhorrent’: Burke puts deregistering CFMEU on the table
The Workplace Relations Minister has laid down the gauntlet to the construction union, after explosive allegations of its misconduct: “If they don’t act, I will.”
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- Building Bad
Caught on film: How John Setka and the CFMEU wield their power
Videos show John Setka delivering a suitcase message to a rival’s home, and other officials delivering threats and boasting of the union’s total control.
Is America entering another age of political violence?
Let’s hope that the voices of American moderation, who have been cowed by extremes on both sides of the political spectrum, step back into the arena.
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- Property survey
High costs choke supply of new homes: property experts
The cost of construction in capital cities has risen at a faster clip than house price growth, making it less economical to build new dwellings.
Britain still good for delivery of AUKUS subs, Marles says
The defence minister has rushed to Britain to reassure himself that the new Labour government is up to the challenge of developing a new nuclear-powered fleet.
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BUILDING BAD
- Analysis
- Industrial relations
‘The dam is breaking’: Setka resignation blow to culture of fear
The CFMEU boss’ resignation was a shock even to his own officials, but it is a watershed moment for the culture of silence and intimidation that has ruled the construction industry, writes David Marin-Guzman.
- Investigation
- Building Bad
Bikies, underworld figures and the CFMEU takeover of construction
‘It’s a cancer that spreads...we’ll all pay for it’: This is the investigation into CFMEU power that prompted union boss John Setka to quit.
Setka quits CFMEU effective immediately
Powerful CFMEU boss John Setka has quit the union ahead of explosive allegations regarding misconduct involving himself and the union.
‘Good’: PM welcomes Setka resignation after AFR investigation
Anthony Albanese slammed former CFMEU boss John Setka as calls emerged for him to take tougher action against the militant union after allegations reported today.
Setka’s ‘obnoxious and rude’ CFMEU fined for wet wipes blockade
The Federal Court has fined the CFMEU $109,000 for behaviour that a judge said was emblematic of the coercion that has plagued the construction industry for decades.
ASSASSINATION ATTEMPT
Five shots, then screams – and suddenly Trump was on the ground clutching his head
Witnesses alerted Secret Service agents to the presence of an armed man on a roof overlooking the rally site where Donald Trump was shot at.
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- US politics
More shots heard around the world
For Donald Trump, the ‘bully pulpit’ almost became his funeral pyre. And the gulf between his strongman image and Biden’s ongoing struggles is now likely to widen, writes James Curran.
Is America entering another age of political violence?
Let’s hope that the voices of American moderation, who have been cowed by extremes on both sides of the political spectrum, step back into the arena.
In pictures: Donald Trump assasination attempt
Donald Trump appeared to be the target of an assassination attempt as he spoke during a rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday.
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Police pursue motive for Trump assassination attempt
Authorities race to identify the suspect’s motive and whether they carried out a lone-wolf attack; the FBI declares the shooting at a rally in Pennsylvania as an attempt to assassinate the former president. Follow updates here.
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Companies
Snowy Hydro pushes gas power ambitions with major storage deal
The 25-year contract will underpin the expansion of the Iona project, and underscores expectations the fuel will remain part of the energy mix past 2050.
ACCC’s new target | What makes an elite CEO | Earnings season predictions
This week on the Chanticleer podcast, Anthony and special guest companies editor Vesna Poljak look at the ACCC’s latest target, discuss what makes an elite CEO, and make some predictions on earnings season.
Gas bill rises hit households despite east coast price caps
Increases of up to 11 per cent from the biggest retailers will saddle families with steeper energy costs despite a mandated pause in electricity tariff rises.
ANZ’s alleged bond trade manipulation is ‘disturbing’
MST Marquee veteran analyst Brian Johnson says the growing scandal in the bank’s markets division “could be yet a significant issue” for investors.
Fortescue says Financial Review report led to spying on former staff
The Andrew Forrest-chaired mining giant said its investigation into alleged intellectual property theft began only after an interview published in January.
Rex faces boardroom coup as Singaporean investors push to oust chair
The largest shareholder of the regional carrier has called for a shareholder vote just a month after he stepped down as the airline’s executive chairman.
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- Mergers & acquisitions
Brookfield to sell Neoen assets in Vic to seal ACCC tick
The Canadian giant is in early talks to sell the 2.8-gigawatt portfolio of proposed wind and storage projects even ahead of the result of the ACCC inquiry.
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Why the US Fed needs to start cutting rates now
Key inflation and employment data that central bankers use to guide monetary policy lag economic turning points by a monstrous amount, which has resulted in massively suboptimal rate decisions, writes Vimal Gore.
S&P 500 resets record high on interest rate bets
All three US benchmarks rallied after more price data lifted optimism that the Fed is poised to cut rates, perhaps even by half a percentage point in September.
ASX hits record high as Fed gets ‘all clear’ to cut rates
Shares and bonds have rallied, but economists are warning investors against reading too much into what the data could mean for Australia’s own central bank.
US September rate cut comes into sharper focus
The unexpectedly good US June CPI report has triggered a surge in the probability of a September rate cut to more than 90 per cent.
US inflation falls in June, bolstering rate cut bets
Consumers prices eased by 0.1 per cent last month, helping the annual rate fall to 3 per cent, a boost for beleaguered President Joe Biden.
Opinion
More shots heard around the world
For Donald Trump, the ‘bully pulpit’ almost became his funeral pyre. And the gulf between his strongman image and Biden’s ongoing struggles is now likely to widen.
International editor
Nickel is a sobering reminder of commodity fortunes
Australia has been showered with resources export wealth for nearly 20 years. BHP’s nickel operations show we still have to get the basics of cost and productivity right.
Editorial
Earnings season will reveal the real inflation picture
Prices are still going up but many companies are realising the limits of their powers, and central banks should be paying attention.
Companies editor
Will the PM set up an election while the sun is still shining?
The legislative gridlock, a tricky economy and a Trump crisis all make a case for going to voters sooner rather than later.
Columnist
The smarter way to exploit China’s technical expertise
China has a lot of know-how of its own. We should be working out how to absorb it rather than walling it off.
Columnist
Me, my niece and a generational shift in thinking about babies
The “happy accidents” that led to so many families having three or more children are a lot less likely to happen now.
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Army private and the labourer: The couple behind Russian spy plot
Arrested at their Brisbane home, the couple are accused of being sleeper agents who allegedly tried to pass Australian Defence Force secrets to Moscow.
Only one country has a higher company tax rate than Australia
Economists say the effective average tax rate of 28.5 per cent on company income makes the country uncompetitive against global rivals and workers poorer.
Albanese makes three-day assault on Queensland battleground
The prime minister has thrown down the gauntlet in Queensland during a pseudo-election-campaign tour.
Chaney’s live export reversal ‘not motivated by reelection’
Independent member for Curtin Kate Chaney has rejected assertions a last-minute move to oppose the Albanese government’s live export ban was motivated by votes.
Australia rebuffs China plea to end anti-dumping tariffs
Tariffs on Chinese-made railway wheels will be reduced but not scrapped, following recommendations from the Anti-Dumping Commission.
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World
Israeli strike targets Hamas military commander, kills 90 in Gaza
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said “there still isn’t absolute certainty” that Mohammed Deif and a second Hamas commander, Rafa Salama, were killed.
Is America entering another age of political violence?
Let’s hope that the voices of American moderation, who have been cowed by extremes on both sides of the political spectrum, step back into the arena.
Britain still good for delivery of AUKUS subs, Marles says
The defence minister has rushed to Britain to reassure himself that the new Labour government is up to the challenge of developing a new nuclear-powered fleet.
The unmasking of Chinese hacking group APT40
The group that hit the headlines this week is just one part of a vast hacking machine that operates far beyond China.
Biden donors reported to be withholding more than $100m
The cash freeze comes as some advisers around Joe Biden are discussing how to persuade the president to exit the race.
Property
Did King Charles really buy a $9m New York condo?
It wouldn’t be the first time that a suggestive name on a deed led to unfounded reports that a royal had bought a piece of Manhattan real estate.
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- Luxury property
Stock picker tipped to be buyer of $24m Darling Point unit
As the trophy market enters the winter doldrums, Potentia Capital’s Andy Gray and his wife Emma have quietly sold their Darling Point mega apartment.
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- Luxury property
Jesinta Franklin on selling ‘life-changing’ Gold Coast villa
Jesinta and Buddy Franklin are selling their luxury Gold Coast hinterland mansion Villa Casa as they plan to build a luxury farm.
Wealthiest councils are among slowest to approve DAs
Among the slowest councils, only one represented constituents that on average earned below-average incomes.
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- Restaurants
Crown offloads Nobu stake in deal valuing restaurant group at $1.3b
Blackstone-run Crown has had a 20 per cent stake in the acclaimed Japanese chain, part-owned by Robert De Niro, since James Packer bought in a decade ago.
Wealth
A mind trick helped Mike buy this $300k car. Next? A $15m mansion
Millionaires reveal the money psychology hacks they swear by, detailing how delayed gratification can make you richer – and more in control of your goals.
The surprising asset class the rich are using to build wealth
An increasing number of seasoned and wealthy investors are increasing their exposure to ETFs, an asset class that has been typically associated with the young.
Can we put $2.9m from a property sale into super?
You can – but you must tick these boxes first.
Technology
AI predicts own supremacy, orders itself dozens of McNuggets
Former British prime minister Tony Blair’s think tank found AI could save a fifth of public servants’ time, but it turned the analysis over to OpenAI’s tools.
The unmasking of Chinese hacking group APT40
The group that hit the headlines this week is just one part of a vast hacking machine that operates far beyond China.
AT&T hack undermines US national security, experts say
The telco giant said a hacker had compromised its network and stolen records of calls and text messages from nearly all of its 100 million wireless customers.
Work & Careers
Who are the highest paid ASX 200 CEOs?
New research shows that ASX 100 CEOs earn on average 50 times more than the average Australian adult.
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- Legal industry
The Federal Court turmoil that’s destroying staff morale
The Federal Court is grappling with high executive turnover, a troubled technology transformation and fallout from a document access regime that has upset media and judges.
Life & Luxury
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- Motoring
The upgraded Tesla that’s cheaper than its predecessor
The new Model 3 Performance delivers a power boost and driving modes that range from Chill to Insane.
They’re young, rich, and in the French Riviera
Cashed-up, glamorous young Aussies have descended on Saint-Tropez and Monte Carlo, spending their time on superyachts and at $1500-plus per night hotels.
How Grace Kelly inspired this season’s stylish sunglasses
Sunglasses are a shield from the shy, a friend to the tired and hungover, and don’t require the wearer to be a certain dress size.
Why sneaker king Nike was kicked into an $18b black hole
The world’s largest sportswear maker is in crisis following a disastrous restructuring, and as its sneakers lose some of their cultural cachet.
Lessons in ambition from Lady Macbeth
The actress Bojana Novokovic admits to admiring the chutzpah of Shakespeare’s most scheming wife ahead of playing her in a new theatrical production.
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