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Finance · 21 October 2026

RBA deputy warns inflation could become a nightmare as markets peg November hike at 42%

Noor Hale, World desk

Deputy Governor Andrew Hauser warned that the inflation outlook could get "materially worse," describing it as a central‑banker’s nightmare. Despite the warning, market participants still assign a 42% probability to…

Politics · 21 October 2026

Power protests spark $2bn data‑centre ‘fizzle’, NextDC shares go into free‑fall

Tariq Bell, World desk

Protesters over a power shortfall at NextDC’s $2 billion M3 data centre in West Footscray caused the firm to slash profit forecasts and construction spend, sending its shares tumbling.

Sports · 21 October 2026

Hall of Fame Hiccup: Brondello’s Misread Comment Sparks WNBA Meme Frenzy

Frank Bollard, Melbourne desk

During her induction into the Sport Australia Hall of Fame, Sandy Brondello revealed the stress she felt after a comment about WNBA star Angel Reese was misinterpreted, turning a celebratory moment into an online stir.

World · 21 October 2026

Trump brands inquisitive journalist a ‘sick person’ in latest verbal showdown

Rex Blister, Sydney desk

Donald Trump labelled a reporter a 'sick person' after asking a question he didn't like, sparking a fresh round of media-politics fireworks.

Finance · 21 October 2026

RBA Deputy Flags Worsening Inflation, Odds of Fifth Rate Hike Tighten

Vera Chen, Sydney desk

Deputy Governor Andrew Hauser warned that the inflation outlook is worsening, prompting the Reserve Bank of Australia to shorten the odds of a fifth rate rise this year as it balances entrenched inflation risks with prot…

World · 21 October 2026

Ohio Gubernatorial Attack Ad Labeled ‘Despicable Low’ After Featuring Candidate’s Mother

Tariq Bell, World desk

An Ohio governor race attack ad featuring Amy Acton’s mother was condemned as a despicable low, prompting a wave of satire and voter eye‑rolling.

Entertainment · 21 October 2026

Denzel Washington and Christopher McQuarrie Team on Untitled Thriller Set for Late 2027

Helen Pell, Washington desk

Denzel Washington will star and Christopher McQuarrie will direct an untitled thriller greenlit by United Artists and Amazon MGM Studios, slated for a late‑2027 release, with both studios keeping the title and stor…

Technology · 21 October 2026

Judge Dismisses Sam Altman’s Sister’s Lawsuit After She Skips Independent Medical Exam

Sam Orbit, World desk

U.S. District Judge Zachary Bluestone dismissed Ann Altman's lawsuit alleging sexual abuse by her brother, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, because she refused to undergo an independent medical examination.

Politics · 21 October 2026

Witkoff’s ‘Very Productive’ Zelenskyy Chat Precedes Moscow Meet with Putin

June Harrow, Washington desk

Steve Witkoff held 'very productive' talks with Zelenskyy before flying to Moscow to meet Putin. European officials worry Trump’s personal preference for Putin may hinder a fair peace, while the US offers a three-way f…