‘Astronomical’ prices
For many Australians the dream of owning their own property is slipping away. But could a shared ownership scheme help address the affordability crisis in Sydney, the country’s most expensive city?
Who’s bugging you?
After the New Zealand rugby team discover a listening device in their Sydney hotel meeting room, we examine just how much spying technology has advanced in recent years.
Changing of the guard
India appoints a government insider as the new head of its central bank. Can Urjit Patel emerge from his predecessor “rock star” Raghuram Rajan’s shadow?
Delivering results
How the chief executive of UPS went from low level, part-time worker to chief executive of the world’s largest parcel delivery service.
How to be mediocre and be happy with yourself
We’re often urged to strive for excellence, to be the best we can be, to push for more – but some argue we’d be happier if we calmed down and embraced mediocrity.
India names Urjit Patel as next central bank governor
India’s government promoted Urjit Patel to serve as its next governor for a three-year term, it said on Saturday.
Night Tube begins in London, bringing ‘huge boost’ to capital
The first Night Tubes roll on to London Underground platforms – almost three years since the plan was first announced.
Paralympics faces ‘major budget cuts’ to hit all teams amid weak ticket sales
The Paralympics’ budget cuts mean a venue will close, facilities will be dismantled and the workforce will be cut, organizers said.
Fitch cuts Turkey rating outlook to negative in wake of failed coup attempt
Fitch cut its outlook on Turkey to negative, but kept the rating at the lowest investment grade on Friday after the failed military coup.
Why is India so bad at sport?
Michael Phelps has won as many Olympic medals on his own as Team India has managed since 1900.