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‘Bali Nine’ Drug Smugglers Return to Australia
The men were the last Australians still imprisoned in Indonesia for trying to smuggle heroin in 2005, in a case that became a diplomatic flashpoint between the countries.The New York Times - 2h -
Rain delays slow rampant Australia after India lose four early wickets in third Test
Third Test, day three at the Gabba: Australia 445; India 51-4 Play interrupted throughout day as Australia press for victory Brisbane’s big wet looms as India’s best chance of saving the third ...The Guardian - 8h -
Bali Nine drug smugglers 'relieved' to be back in Australia
The five remaining members of the drug ring have spent almost 20 years in Indonesian prisons.BBC News - 10h -
Saquon Barkley slowed by 'minor' injury, loses ground in pursuit of Dickerson's record
Eagles running back Saquon Barkley had a setback in his chase of the NFL season rushing record when he appeared slowed by an undisclosed injuryABC News - 12h -
'Insurers won't pay for Storm Darragh damage because wind was 2mph too slow'
Homeowners contact the BBC after insurers refuse storm claims because it was "not windy enough".BBC News - 1d -
Rain frustrates Australia and India in third Test
Persistent rain means only 13.2 overs are possible on the opening day of the third Test between Australia and India in Brisbane.BBC News - 2d -
Slow-starting Bucks: Cup run shows our progress
Giannis Antetokounmpo said the Bucks' slow start created an urgency that has carried over to their recent play, including their run to the NBA Cup semifinals. They take on Atlanta in the semifinals ...ESPN - 2d -
He’s ‘the Tom Brady of Defensive Linemen.’ At 38, He Isn’t Slowing Down.
Calais Campbell hasn’t been able to convince himself that he should walk away from football. Not yet: “I might just do this until the wheels fall off.”The New York Times - 2d -
Ohio State AD focuses on big picture as Ryan Day preps for critical playoff run amid rampant criticism
Calls for Day to be fired have been loud since the Michigan loss, but Bjork is trying to temper that chatterCBS Sports - 3d -
ServiceTitan prices IPO at $71, above expected range, after slow stretch for tech offerings
ServiceTitan said on Wednesday that it priced 8.8 million shares at $71 a piece in its initial public offering.CNBC - 3d -
Australia to introduce ‘news tax’ on tech companies
Move is designed to close loophole after Meta walked away from existing deal to use media contentFinancial Times - 4d -
Australia to force tech giants to keep paying for news
The long-awaited decision follows a standoff with Meta, and succeeds a world-first law from 2021.BBC News - 4d -
Australia strikes ‘rugby diplomacy’ deal to counter China
Papua New Guinea cements security agreement with Canberra and will get $385mn investment for new sports teamFinancial Times - 4d -
The limits of intelligence — Why AI advancement could be slowing down
Silicon Valley has become increasingly concerned that advancements in AI are already slowing. One indication is a lack of progress between new models released.CNBC - 5d -
India's new central bank governor takes over as economic growth slows and inflation rises
Sanjay Malhotra, a career civil servant, has become India’s new central bank governor at a time when the country’s economic growth is slowing and inflation is surgingABC News - 5d -
US stocks rally set to slow as investor ‘euphoria’ fades, say big banks
Wall Street strategists forecast S&P 500 will rise 8% by end of next year after big 2024 gainsFinancial Times - 5d -
Reckoning with an era of slow growth
Opportunities exist for the UK and its European neighbours, but they must grasp the nettle of economic reformFinancial Times - 5d -
China's exports slow, imports decline in November, falling below forecasts
China’s exports slowed in November and its imports declined, falling below forecasts and underscoring potential weakness in trade at a time when its leaders are striving to boost domestic business ...ABC News - 6d -
Australia Signs Security and Economic Treaty With Nauru
In return for financial support, the Pacific island nation of Nauru pledged not to enter any security pacts without Australia’s assent.The New York Times - 6d -
UK boards’ push to increase diversity has slowed, says headhunter
Spencer Stuart warns companies against ‘one and done’ mentality after meeting minimum targetsFinancial Times - Dec. 9 -
China consumer inflation rate drops to a five-month low, missing expectations as economy slows
China's consumer prices rose less-than-expected in November, climbing 0.2% from a year ago, according to data from the National Bureau of Statistics released Monday.CNBC - Dec. 9 -
Google CEO: AI development is finally slowing down—'the low-hanging fruit is gone’
Google CEO Sundar Pichai says AI development may feel slower in 2025 — and tech companies will "need deeper breakthroughs" than today's chatbots to get ahead.CNBC - Dec. 8 -
Cummins takes five as Australia demolish India
Pat Cummins takes 5-57 as Australia wrap up an emphatic 10-wicket victory over India on day three of the second Test to square the series at 1-1.BBC News - Dec. 8 -
The aging U.S. power grid is slowing Big Tech’s data centers and AI’s future
The Trump administration and state policymakers should ease regulations on utilities.MarketWatch - Dec. 7 -
Australia close in on Test victory after Head hundred
Australia's bowlers back up a majestic century from Travis Head on his home ground to put themselves in a strong position to win the second Test against India.BBC News - Dec. 7 -
Syrian Rebels Push South, Despite Efforts to Slow Them
Government forces appeared to be reinforcing crucial strongholds including the capital, Damascus, and the major city of Homs.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
Lululemon stock jumps as international growth helps to offset slowing U.S. sales
Lululemon has been in a bit of a rough spot after the departure of its longtime Chief Product Officer Sun Choe.CNBC - Dec. 6 -
Mitchell Starc rules as pink-ball king for Australia in second Test with India
India 180; Australia 86-1 stumps on day one in Adelaide Starc takes six wickets, including with first ball of Test Sporting songs from the outer are usually dross, partly because they’re most ...The Guardian - Dec. 6 -
Starc takes Test best as Australia dominate India
Mitchell Starc claims career-best Test figures of 6-48 as Australia seize the initiative on day one of the second Test against India.BBC News - Dec. 6 -
Australia v India: second men’s Test, day one – as it happened
Mitchell Starc took career-best figures of 6 for 48 as Australia rolled India for 180 on the first day in Adelaide. We’re underway…. The anthems, then the commencement bell is rung by Tim May. A ...The Guardian - Dec. 6 -
Australia boosts loan for rare-earths refinery in bid to break China’s dominance
Government increases backing for Iluka Resources to build country’s first processing facility for rare earthsFinancial Times - Dec. 6 -
Italy’s slowing economy raises pressure on Meloni
Statistics agency halves GDP growth for 2024 as parliament adopts first part of next year’s budgetFinancial Times - Dec. 5 -
Australia backs the UN resolution – and not everyone is happy about it | Fiona Katauskas
Peter Dutton is making his view quite clear. See more of Fiona Katauskas’s cartoons here Continue reading...The Guardian - Dec. 5 -
Amazon Sued Over Slow Deliveries to Low-Income Areas
The District of Columbia’s attorney general said the company deliberately outsourced Prime member deliveries in certain ZIP codes.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Job Openings Rebound, Though Hiring Slows
The number of job openings rose last month from a recent low, but the labor market still presents a mixed picture as vacancies were filled at a slower pace.Inc. - Dec. 4 -
The positive flipside of rampant inflation
The biggest debt reduction scheme in history?Financial Times - Dec. 4 -
Australia 3-1 Taiwan: international women’s football friendly – live reaction
The Matildas return to winning ways as three emerging talents score their first international goals in the 3-1 victory over Taiwan. Peeeeeep! Here we go. And the Matildas are on the attack ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
Global Airlines Too Slow to Switch to Green Jet Fuel, Study Says
The advocacy group Transport and Environment faults carriers for slow adoption rates, and oil producers for underinvesting in the sustainable aviation gas.Inc. - Dec. 3 -
Sutton's predictions v The Slow Readers Club bassist James Ryan
BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on rock band The Slow Readers Club with his predictions for the midweek Premier League fixtures.BBC News - Dec. 2 -
Tensions Rise Among Russia’s Elite as Economic Growth Slows
The slowdown is worrying for the Kremlin but not serious enough to significantly hobble its war effort.The New York Times - Dec. 2