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Ukraine’s civilian casualty peak signals another brutal winter
Civilian losses in Ukraine have risen to the highest level since March 2022, as displaced residents face a harsh winter and the United Nations tracks ongoing recovery.
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Instagram, YouTube Liable in Landmark Verdict, Forcing Platforms to Record Teen Attention as a Liability
A jury verdict holding Instagram and YouTube liable for social media addiction forces the platforms to record teenage attention as a liability, following a decade of research.
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School Screen Policy Gains Cross‑Party Support
Pew finds a majority of Americans back bans on school phones and under‑16 social media use.
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Global shipping shift set to ease freight costs at Fremantle
Changes to Indian Ocean shipping routes are expected to reduce container dwell times and lower costs for importers.
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Perth public transport upgrade set to ease city congestion
A A$1.2 billion investment in Perth's public transport system aims to reduce congestion and improve services for commuters.
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Renewable energy investment surges across Western Australia
Western Australia sees significant growth in clean-energy investment, with rooftop solar becoming increasingly popular in Perth homes.
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Perth housing market cools as new listings climb
Perth's housing market has steadied after 18 months of growth, with new listings and days-on-market increasing.
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Lithium demand rebound lifts outlook for WA miners
A surge in global battery orders has boosted the outlook for Western Australian lithium miners.
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Interest rate hold gives WA mortgage holders breathing room
The Reserve Bank's decision to hold the cash rate at 3.85% brings relief to Western Australian mortgage holders.
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Perth tech start-ups attract record early-stage funding
Perth start-ups have secured a record amount of early-stage funding, with mining-tech and clean-energy ventures leading the charge.
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