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Politics · 8 October 2026

Ink‑ed Insurrections: The Herald’s ‘Best’ Cartoons Take Over the Political Page

Ash Park, Sydney desk

The Herald’s weekly cartoon roundup showcases the ‘best’ artworks, turning the political page into a gallery of snarky sketches that could out‑speak any minister.

Finance · 8 October 2026

Bond Yields Skyrocket, ASX Slides, Oil Prices Rebound: Wall Street Takes a Breather

Vera Chen, Sydney desk

As bond yields climb and oil prices bounce back, the Australian share market is poised to retreat, prompting a cautious retreat from Wall Street and a chorus of market participants scrambling to adjust their portfolios.

Politics · 8 October 2026

Sydney Politicians Double‑Down on Gig‑Economy Gamble

Ash Park, Sydney desk

The opposition’s plan to have the Home Affairs Department clamp down on international students working in the gig economy has sparked debate over its impact on local jobs and migration policy.

Science · 8 October 2026

Lab Science Sets Sail 'Cosmic Bound' with 'Astronaut Hijinks

Sam Orbit, World desk

Experts reveal a space sensation after a daring astronaut's wild escapades

Entertainment · 8 October 2026

Sony Turns Crunchyroll Into a Japanese Snack Factory with New Storyworks Division

Candy Voss, Washington desk

Sony has launched Crunchyroll Storyworks, a new unit led by 25‑year veteran Tohru Iokibe, to co‑create anime and live‑action adaptations in partnership with Japan’s creative ecosystem.

Sports · 8 October 2026

Vega's Goal: From Spurs to FIFA Presidency – Tea Turns Cold in Boardroom

Celia Marsh, London desk

Former Tottenham, Celtic and Swiss defender Ramon Vega has announced he will run for FIFA president next year, taking on current president Gianni Infantino. The move has turned boardroom tea into a chilly battleground.

Politics · 8 October 2026

Campaign Trail Circus: National Pitches Small‑Biz Fairy‑Dust as Labour Brawls with Banks and Candidates Hop Past Sitting MPs

Tariq Bell, World desk

On October 7, 2026, New Zealand’s election trail featured familiar faces leaping over incumbents, National promising small‑business aid, Labour targeting banks, and a finance debate interrupted by trips to Sephor…

Business · 8 October 2026

Boots sold for £7 bn to Canadian billionaire family

Nadia Cho, Toronto desk

Boots, the iconic UK high‑street pharmacy chain, was sold to a Canadian billionaire family for £7 bn, with the deal announced on Wednesday.

Science · 8 October 2026

Bacteria Joined the Human Exodus—Now Our Modern Diet’s the Unwanted Tourist

Rita Knox, Washington desk

Genetic studies show our ancestors carried trillions of gut bacteria across continents, but industrial diets are reshaping that ancient microbial convoy, with possible health consequences for modern societies.