News briefs
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As the Reserve Bank of Australia approaches a widely expected rate decision, economists warn that higher mortgage costs could outweigh the benefit of falling home prices.
The supermarket’s planned spending covers stores and distribution work. It follows record 2025 turnover of £19bn, while operating profit edged lower.
Most complaints assessed by Queensland’s Crime and Corruption Commission in 2025–26 went back to the agencies concerned, renewing scrutiny of a delayed plan for independent...
A small turbine in dense, pressurized air helped researchers test how rotation speed should change when wind approaches at an angle. Their revenue estimate remains a projection.
Economic activity rose 1% in the second quarter, official figures show. A gym equipment exporter describes overseas contracts, while a pastry chef warns of rising costs.
The government has outlined a 2.5% minimum deposit and 20% equity loan for eligible first-time buyers of new-build homes, but key limits and loan terms await the Budget.
The artist-run gallery on Dousman Street offers paintings, pottery and sculpture. Its vice president says artists retain most of each sale price.
The reciprocal lists cover household goods, food and other products, but neither side has announced when lower tariffs would take effect.
Saracens held off Leicester 40-38 in a 12-try contest, while Santi Carreras turned a Harlequins attack into a remarkable score for Bath.
Sales reached 1.16 million across 12 European countries in the first half of 2026, according to figures reported by The Guardian. The effect of tax changes remains unquantified.
Scarlets leaders and supporters are challenging the Welsh Rugby Union’s plan for three men’s professional teams from 2028/29. The west Wales licence remains undecided.
The Paris Olympic team sprint champion says she no longer wants to make the commitments needed for another Games, after a career spanning three Olympics.
Saffron Sprackling and Johnny Male describe the writing, recording and changing sound of the band’s best-known song in a newly published interview.
The 20-year-old has started alongside Keira Walsh and scored against Birmingham City, but Sarina Wiegman has yet to name her next England squad.
Iranian state media cited an unnamed source close to the delegation after Trump said he expected talks to resume. A proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz remains conditional.
The chancellor says local teams will connect young people with employers from March 2027, as he argues that training and paid work should be central to youth support.
The White House set out proposed tariff treatment, future coal purchases and a channel for AI incidents. Reporting on China's account shows a different emphasis on Taiwan...
An unbeaten league start and a Carabao Cup run have brought guarded optimism, while Leon Osman and David France say memories and community still matter.