3 Interest Rate cuts spark biggest Home Loan rush since the Pandemic
Australia’s housing market is experiencing an unprecedented surge in home loan applications, driven by three consecutive interest rate cuts in 2025 that have significantly boosted buyers’ borrowing power. According to recent data from Commonwealth Bank
RBA announces quarter-point reduction in cash rate to 4.1%
The Reserve Bank has announced a quarter-point reduction in the cash rate to 4.1%. The decision is a sign the RBA believes inflation is being tamed, and there is room to ease pressure on mortgaged
New rules for Aussie Community Grants slammed as ‘woke’ and ‘ridiculous’
The Albanese government has faced backlash for altering the Stronger Communities program, which thousands of local sports clubs and community groups rely on for funding. The revised guidelines now prioritise spending on initiatives like First
Suburban Rail Loop funding released amid continued controversy
The Albanese government has announced the release of $2.2 billion in funding for the controversial Suburban Rail Loop (SRL), a promised contribution from the last federal election. This funding, however, comes with strict conditions and
Victoria Police Chief Commissioner Shane Patton resigns amid leadership crisis
In a dramatic turn of events, Victoria Police Chief Commissioner Shane Patton has resigned just days after a scathing vote of no confidence in his leadership. The decision to step down came following increasing scrutiny
Buying a home is tough for young people so how do some manage?
For many young Australians, breaking into the housing market feels tougher than ever, with many fearing they may never own a home. Public debates continue over whether it is harder now than decades ago. Buying
Scientists create first kangaroo embryo via IVF
Scientists have successfully created the first kangaroo embryo through in vitro fertilization (IVF), a breakthrough hailed as a “pioneering achievement” that could one day help save endangered species. According to CNN, this innovative research may
Sokratis Famellos calls for joint action of progressive parties on Gaza
In a move to coordinate and strengthen Greece’s diplomatic stance amid the crisis in Gaza, Sokratis Famellos, leader of SYRIZA–Progressive Alliance, reached out today to the heads of progressive opposition parties. His goal is to promote unified positions toward the government, urging Greece to take initiatives to halt the invasion of
Apostolos Vesyropoulos Dies – Tragic irony of missing defibrillator
The sudden death of Apostolos Vesyropoulos, Secretary of the Parliamentary Group of New Democracy and Member of Parliament for Imathia, at the age of 59, has shocked Greece’s political community. A tragic irony surrounds his passing, as Vesyropoulos had
Wildfires rage across western Greece and the islands, devastating homes and forests
In the past 24 hours, 48 new fires broke out, bringing the total to 109 incidents since the outbreak began. For a second consecutive day, firefighters battled relentless wildfires across Western Greece and several Aegean
Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF): Up to €2 Billion Package to Support the Middle Class
The government’s economic team is expected to present the final plan for the benefits package immediately after the August 15 holiday, to be announced at the Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF). The total cost of the
Turkish blocks research vessel from conducting surveys on behalf of Cyprus
Turkey is reported to have blocked the research vessel Fugro Gauss, sailing under the flag of Gibraltar, from conducting geophysical surveys on behalf of the Republic of Cyprus in a maritime area that Ankara considers
Albanian Foreign Ministry issues provocative map encompassing Greek territory
“Good neighbourly relations are not just rhetorical niceties. They are practices based on the principles of reciprocity, mutual respect, and a shared understanding of international law. Albanian Foreign Ministry issues provocative map encompassing Greek territory.
Outcry over bribery allegation in public hospital
Immediate Intervention by the Ministry of Health and Minister Adonis Georgiadis A particularly serious allegation regarding a demand for a bribe by a doctor at a Regional Hospital in the country has sparked a strong
Ukraine thriller continues – Trump: “In two weeks we’ll know if peace is possible”
The war in Ukraine, now over three and a half years ongoing, remains at a critical juncture. Former U.S. President Donald Trump continues diplomatic efforts to arrange a summit between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in an attempt to achieve peace, though significant obstacles persist. Tonight,
Turkey drills for gas in Cyprus’ waters, prompting EU outcry
The EU and US have urged Turkey to stop drilling for gas in Cyprus’ maritime zone – but Ankara has told its allies it would do so anyway. Brussels and Washington spoke out over the
Cyprus: Turkey’s drilling bid violates international law
Cyprus’ foreign ministry says Turkey’s bid to drill for natural gas in waters where the island nation has exclusive economic rights is a “flagrant violation” of its sovereignty under international law. The ministry in a
Crafting a regional policy to contain Erdoğan
Turkey poses a long-term threat to the security of the Middle East. Containing Neo-Ottomanism requires a defensive policy that integrates Greece, Cyprus, Israel, and theKurds into a regional alliance. A new era has dawned in
Ancient Greek migrants built the famous Stonehenge, DNA reveals
Britons who built the famous Stonehenge were product of ancient wave of migrant farmers, that is of Greeks from Asia Minor, DNA tests have revealed. Ancient skeletons have revealed that the arrival of population from
The American Empire Is Very Much Over Already
The Saker interviews Dimitry Orlov “I think that the American empire is very much over already, but it hasn’t been put to any sort of serious stress test yet, and so nobody realizes that this
Paul Craig Roberts Western culture has died a politically correct death
Universities in the 20th century were dedi-cated to the advancement of knowledge. Scholarship and research were pursued, and diverse opinions were exchanged and argued in the “marketplace of ideas.” This is no longer the case.
