What the world needs to know about the real stakes of the energy crisis – POLITICO
“[The] damage to household finances this year is to a large degree already done,” said James Smith, chief economist at…
Brussels backs windfall tax on big firms to ease pain from energy crisis – POLITICO
This wouldn’t be the first time that EU capitals have raided the profits of energy companies to ease…
Asian governments turn to subsidies to cushion energy crisis pain
Iran war Price supports, tax cuts and cash handouts are the most popular measures Workers load gas cylinders…
Fuel crisis: How New Zealand’s response compares with other countries – from free public transport to work from home days
This week, after public pressure from industry bodies and unions, the Government announced a temporary 30% boost to…
Angus Taylor uses national address to call on Australians to ‘look after ourselves’
Angus Taylor has issued a return serve to the prime minister’s national address by urging people to “put…
Emergency room waits for mental health care are still too long
As of 2024, there were fewer mental health patients stuck waiting in hospital emergency departments than in 2022.…
Fuel crisis money and the complainers – Heather du Plessis-Allan
Pensioners complained that they won’t escape the rise in food prices that is now inevitable. Higher-income earners with…
Is Australia facing a fuel crisis?
SARAH FERGUSON, PRESENTER: Welcome to the program, Dan Tehan. DAN TEHAN, SHADOW ENERGY MINISTER: Sarah, wonderful to be with…
How will Australia manage energy resources amid war?
Rachel Mealey: Well, the ongoing attacks on Iran and the ever-expanding retaliatory attacks have had a major impact…
Europe prepares for higher energy prices after US attack on Iran – POLITICO
“The fact is still that Europe imports most of its energy from other countries. And I think events…
Oil prices surge on Middle East crisis; Thailand warns of possible sharp pump hike by March 4
“The accelerating trajectory of global oil prices will inevitably affect retail prices in Thailand because we are tied…
Former prince Andrew’s scandals pose an almighty challenge for Prince William
When Prince William and Princess Catherine stepped out for their first public appearance since Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s arrest, an…