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News 17 hours ago

Australians will be free to leave the country without an exemption from Monday

Australia's international travel exemption scheme is set to come to an end next month.
Health Minister Greg Hunt reportedly signed off on the changes Tuesday night.
The move will clear the way for international travel to ramp up through November.

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News 17 hours ago

Australians will be free to leave the country without an exemption from Monday

Australia’s international travel exemption scheme is set to come to an end next month. Health Minister Greg Hunt reportedly signed off on the changes Tuesday night. The move will clear the way for international travel to ramp up through November. Visit Business Insider Australia’s homepage for more stories. Australians hoping […]

News 18 hours ago

10 things you need to know this morning in Australia

This is Business Insider Australia's morning newsletter for Wednesday, October 27.

News 10 hours ago

Prop gun fired by Alec Baldwin on ‘Rust’ set was loaded with a bullet, sheriffs say

Alec Baldwin was rehearsing a scene for the film when he fired the gun, fatally shooting the cinematographer and wounding the director.

Lifestyle 10 hours ago

Gwyneth Paltrow says having some of the best sex of her life at age 49 is ‘cheating’ because she’s a newlywed

On Red Table Talk, Jada Pinkett-Smith commented on Paltrow's rumored-to-be-great sex life. Paltrow credited her newlywed status.

Lifestyle 10 hours ago

Gwyneth Paltrow says she never gave her kids ‘the talk’ about sex because they learned it all at elementary school

On "Red Table Talk," Gwyneth Paltrow said she hasn't had to talk with her kids about sex much because they learned "everything-everything" in school.

Lifestyle 10 hours ago

Chrissy Teigen says her cyberbullying scandal made her a ‘better person’ in first TV interview since Courtney Stodden accusations

In her first TV interview since being accused of cyberbullying, Chrissy Teigen said that she "didn't really think about the impact" of past tweets.

News 11 hours ago

Black immigrant communities debate the complex legacy of Colin Powell with compliments and criticism

Colin Powell was the highest ranking Black and Caribbean-American politician in DC for many years. Their communities debate his complex legacy today.

US 11 hours ago

Angelina Jolie says she’s ‘not a perfect parent’ to her 6 children and has grown ‘more aware’ of her missteps

The 46-year-old actress is the mother of Maddox, 20, Pax, 17, Zahara, 16, Shiloh, 15, Vivienne, 13, and Knox, 13.

US 11 hours ago

UPDATED: How a viral tweet thread about a Black woman’s hotel stay sparked calls to combat human trafficking.

Thousands call for an investigation into possible human trafficking at a DC hotel after a Twitter user's report of an attempted break-in went viral.

News 11 hours ago

Former New York Times columnist Nicholas Kristof is running for governor of Oregon

Kristof spent 37 years at the New York Times as a reporter, editor, and columnist, and won two Pulitzer Prizes during his tenure.

News

News Oct. 25, 2021, 4:42 PM

The government has renewed calls for a nationalised super fund. The industry argues it would become a ‘political plaything’.

Super funds have condemned renewed government calls for a nationalised super fund, which they say will become a ‘political plaything’ exposed to corruption

News Oct. 25, 2021, 12:26 PM

The Dollarmites are officially dead, the Commonwealth Bank has confirmed, as states turn on the school banking program

Commonwealth Bank has announced the demise of Dollarmites, ending the iconic and controversial school outreach program responsible for introducing millions of young Australians to the banking system.

News Oct. 25, 2021, 8:08 AM

10 things you need to know this morning in Australia

This is Business Insider Australia's morning newsletter for Monday, October 25.

Markets

Markets Oct. 26, 2021, 8:23 PM

Shiba inu coin soars 22% to another record after crypto whale buys 277 billion tokens

"A breakout in bitcoin in absolute terms would support a risk-on environment favoring Ether and other altcoins," Katie Stockton said.

Markets Oct. 26, 2021, 4:48 PM

A new Senate report proposed the government write DAOs into Australian legislation. But what are they?

Members of the crypto community and blockchain enthusiasts alike welcomed a new report handed down by a Senate committee on Thursday, which recommended the government introduce new legislation to establish a Decentralised Autonomous Organisation company structure.

Markets Oct. 26, 2021, 12:10 PM

Elon Musk’s wealth surged by $36 billion, the largest single-day gain Bloomberg’s ever recorded

Elon Musk's net worth rose to almost $289 billion on Monday, making him the richest person on Earth by a $96 billion margin over Jeff Bezos.

Tech

Tech Oct. 21, 2021, 8:06 PM

Elon Musk is predicted to become the world’s first trillionaire, thanks to SpaceX. Here’s how the dual CEO went from getting bullied as a child to becoming one of the most successful and controversial men in tech.

Over the past five decades, Musk has launched multiple companies, become a tabloid figure, and taken the crown as the world's richest person.

Tech Oct. 25, 2021, 11:56 AM

A new privacy code could compel social media platforms to take age verification seriously

A new Online Privacy could could soon require platforms to take “all reasonable steps to verify” a user’s age, and put the “best interests of the child” at the centre of all decisions related to how a user’s personal information is handled.

News Oct. 23, 2021, 11:40 AM

The 7 coolest electric cars coming soon, from Aptera’s solar three-wheeler to Canoo’s pickup

Aptera says you'll never need to charge its solar-powered three-wheeler. Lucid's Air Pure sedan aims straight at Tesla. And many more are on the way.

Strategy

Strategy Oct. 24, 2021, 12:27 PM

I run a private security firm where we charge $30,000 a day for hostage rescue missions – here’s what my job is like

"Nine times out of 10, kidnapping is a business transaction," says Adam Gonzales, who runs a global security firm powered by military-trained personnel.

Strategy Oct. 10, 2021, 8:00 AM

I tried a TikTok trend to solve my bad procrastination habit – I can’t believe it worked

I actually overcame my procrastination by using a helpful hack I found on TikTok. It's been a game-changer.

Strategy Oct. 19, 2021, 11:09 AM

Over 60% of office workers believe they are more productive when they can work flexibly, new research suggests

A raft of new research suggests enabling flexible work makes employees happier and more engaged, as Australian workers navigate returning to the office.

Lifestyle

Lifestyle Oct. 25, 2021, 2:02 PM

What you’ll need to consider before road tripping in a van or RV

A remarkable road trip doesn’t just happen; it’s thanks to some meticulous planning and a thorough itinerary. Especially if it’s your first road trip, preparing for one of these getaways can seem intimidating.

Lifestyle Oct. 24, 2021, 7:38 PM

JoJo Siwa went brunette to match her ‘Dancing With the Stars’ partner Jenna Johnson for Halloween

In a Saturday Instagram post, JoJo Siwa revealed that she had dyed her hair brunette to match her 'Dancing With the Stars' partner Jenna Johnson.

Lifestyle Oct. 21, 2021, 4:26 PM

Australia’s product rental market is catching up to the rest of the world. Here’s how 3 companies are changing the resale landscape.

The rental market has been slowly gaining traction in Australia, as consumers shift their mindset and behaviour around renting and resale. Business Insider Australia spoke to three Australian companies about how the circular economy is evolving in Australia.

Reviews

Reviews Feb. 26, 2021, 5:01 PM

The best gaming consoles in 2021

Every major console brand has something different to bring to the table, offering gamers plenty of options. The PlayStation 5 is our top pick for most buyers thanks to its exclusive franchises and powerful hardware. You can expect low stock for the PS5 through the early part of the year, […]

Reviews Mar. 1, 2021, 2:59 PM

Here’s which iPad is best for you, between the mini, Pro and Air

The 2020 10.2-inch iPad is best for most people with its sharp screen, fast processor, stylus support, and low price. The 2019 iPad Mini and 2020 iPad Air are also great choices if you want faster processors and better specs. Finally, the iPad Pro models are best for people who […]

Reviews Mar. 15, 2021, 4:00 PM

‘Zack Snyder’s Justice League’ is the movie fans deserved to see back in 2017

Snyder's vision of the DC group is the superior version of the film, filled with many never-before-seen moments and a new villain.

News 10 hours ago

Australia’s largest companies are lagging on ESG reporting as investors demand climate accountability

The nation’s largest listed companies are going to greater lengths to be transparent about their ESG commitments, though many still don’t have endorsable action plans.

News 10 hours ago

Prop gun fired by Alec Baldwin on ‘Rust’ set was loaded with a bullet, sheriffs say

Alec Baldwin was rehearsing a scene for the film when he fired the gun, fatally shooting the cinematographer and wounding the director.

Lifestyle 10 hours ago

Gwyneth Paltrow says having some of the best sex of her life at age 49 is ‘cheating’ because she’s a newlywed

On Red Table Talk, Jada Pinkett-Smith commented on Paltrow's rumored-to-be-great sex life. Paltrow credited her newlywed status.

Lifestyle 10 hours ago

Gwyneth Paltrow says she never gave her kids ‘the talk’ about sex because they learned it all at elementary school

On "Red Table Talk," Gwyneth Paltrow said she hasn't had to talk with her kids about sex much because they learned "everything-everything" in school.

Lifestyle 10 hours ago

Chrissy Teigen says her cyberbullying scandal made her a ‘better person’ in first TV interview since Courtney Stodden accusations

In her first TV interview since being accused of cyberbullying, Chrissy Teigen said that she "didn't really think about the impact" of past tweets.

News 11 hours ago

Black immigrant communities debate the complex legacy of Colin Powell with compliments and criticism

Colin Powell was the highest ranking Black and Caribbean-American politician in DC for many years. Their communities debate his complex legacy today.

US 11 hours ago

Angelina Jolie says she’s ‘not a perfect parent’ to her 6 children and has grown ‘more aware’ of her missteps

The 46-year-old actress is the mother of Maddox, 20, Pax, 17, Zahara, 16, Shiloh, 15, Vivienne, 13, and Knox, 13.

US 11 hours ago

UPDATED: How a viral tweet thread about a Black woman’s hotel stay sparked calls to combat human trafficking.

Thousands call for an investigation into possible human trafficking at a DC hotel after a Twitter user's report of an attempted break-in went viral.

News 11 hours ago

Former New York Times columnist Nicholas Kristof is running for governor of Oregon

Kristof spent 37 years at the New York Times as a reporter, editor, and columnist, and won two Pulitzer Prizes during his tenure.

US 11 hours ago

Kevin Feige initially wanted the original 6 Avengers to die in ‘Endgame’ until the directors pushed back

Joe Russo reflected on the blockbuster 2019 film in a new behind-the-scenes book called "The Story of Marvel Studios."

US 11 hours ago

Behind the scenes of 8 horror movies

From "The Invisible Man" to Jordan Peele's "Us" to Stephen King's "Pet Sematary," here is how eight recent horror films were made.

Markets 11 hours ago

On the billionaire’s tax, Joe Manchin says he doesn’t like ‘targeting different people’ and that the ultrawealthy have ‘contributed to society, created a lot of jobs’

"I'm supporting basically that everyone should pay their fair share," Manchin said, allowing wiggle room. He represents a state with no billionaires.

Lifestyle 11 hours ago

26 eerie photos of abandoned hospitals that will give you the chills

From run-down and decrepit psychiatric wards to barren morgues, these photographs of abandoned hospitals offer an eerie look into the past.

Tech 11 hours ago

Government safety agencies are finally catching up with Tesla and Autopilot

The US government is ramping up efforts to understand Tesla's Autopilot in a possible sign that action is coming for the largely unregulated software.