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'Determined to make sure we do everything': Albanese reacts to MPs' calls for duress alarms
The prime minister has responded to a proposal for heightened safety measures sparked by the alleged attack on MP Helen Haines.
PLC Resources satellite survey lights up WA Murchison gold
PLC Resources has generated a suite of ranked gold targets at its project near Meekatharra in WA, with some showing spectral signatures similar to a nearby producing gold mine.
Princess Anne begins her official visit to Hong Kong in 1971 – from the SCMP archive
This article was first published on October 27, 1971. Hongkong’s royal welcome for Princess Anne Princess Anne, radiant in a stylish knee-length beige suit and a matching wide-brimmed hat, flew in yesterday (October 26, 1971) to a warm welcome from the people of Hong Kong. She begins her official visits today (October 27, 1971) – a public holiday – when thousands of people will be able to see her during her calls at places like the Tung Wah Hospital, the Po Leung Kuk and the ancient Man Mo...
CE homes in on N Metropolis vigour in call to top unis
Chief Executive John Lee has called on global university leaders to join the SAR’s Northern Metropolis development, saying it is where the future of education, research, industry and technology lies. In an opening speech at the Global University Presidents and Leaders Summit at the Convention and Exhibition Centre on Tuesday, he said Hong Kong, with a total land area of about 1,100 square kilometres, is home to five institutions that are ranked among the world’s top 100. The Northern Metropolis mega project lies at the core of Hong Kong’s future, with its main focus being the university towns that will be springing up, he said. Lee said the mega project's university towns of San Tin, Hung Shui Kiu and Ta Kwu Ling are positioned to attract the world’s best scholars and students and that they would each have a distinct focus. “The towns are also designed to empower industry,” he said. “We will encourage university staff to undertake research at companies. We will encourage industry professionals to contribute to university teaching and research. “Our goal is to strengthen the links between industry, academia and research – enabling them to complement and reinforce one another.” The government will also invite universities to establish basic research institutes and large-scale shared research platforms at the university towns, Lee added. The two-day event in Wan Chai has attracted more than 50 renowned university leaders from more than 20 countries and regions. Edited by Tony Sabine
D-day for David Jones: Department store’s future to be decided by Christmas
The private equity owners of the 188-year-old retailer are hoping to strike a deal with landlords and suppliers sooner rather than later.
Anthony Albanese is lecturing Australians about their behavior - but he should take a hard look at his own first: PETER VAN ONSELEN
When your word means nothing, or very little, eventually neither do your appeals for better behaviour.
Trump announces $250M-plus initiative to recruit, retain nursing home nurses
President Trump announced Monday an initiative worth hundreds of millions of dollars to recruit and retain nursing home nurses. “The Trump Administration is proud to announce a 250 MILLION DOLLAR PLUS initiative to RECRUIT and RETAIN Nurses for Nursing Homes!” Trump said in a Truth Social post Monday evening. “This Federal and State Initiative will...
DSA's national leaders postpone decision on rescinding Raman's endorsement for mayor
The left-wing group held a meeting Monday evening to decide whether to allow the local Los Angeles DSA chapter's endorsement of the council member to stand.
Teenage waitress who was on £7 an hour wins more than £13,000 after being shouted at for dropping an apple crumble
Daniesha Charles has won more than £13,000 in compensation after she was screamed and sworn at for dropping an apple crumble.
Fatima Payman sparks fury with 'outrageous' question about whether Albo is waiting for her to suffer a Helen Haines-style attack before giving her extra staff
Independent Senator Fatima Payman has sparked backlash after asking if Anthony Albanese was waiting for her to suffer a Helen Haines style attack.