Australia’s $22 billion answer to the question the Hormuz crisis asked

TNW News : Politics

When Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz on 27 March, following weeks of US and Israeli air strikes, Brent crude hit $126 a barrel and the World Bank warned that energy prices would surge by 24 per cent, the largest increase since the Russia-Ukraine shock of 2022. For most oil-importing nations, this was an economic […]

I moved to London for cheaper travel and better job opportunities. So far, the sacrifices have been worth it.

Tech Insider : Business, Travel
iew of old traditional buildings with offices and shops in Waterloo Place
Moving from Melbourne to London has worked out well for me in a lot of ways.

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I'm an Aussie married to an American. We've had to adjust to some unexpected cultural differences and quirks.

Tech Insider : Travel, Business, Economy
The writer and his wife standing in front of a giant prawn sculpture in Australia.
My wife and I have a lot in common, but there are certain moments that remind me we grew up thousands of miles apart.

Ash Jurberg

Microsoft commits A$25 billion to Australia by 2029

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The investment is Microsoft’s largest-ever in Australia and builds on an A$5 billion commitment from October 2023. It includes expanding Azure AI supercomputing capacity by more than 140%, extending the Microsoft-ASD Cyber-Shield to additional government agencies, and training three million Australians in AI skills by 2028. Microsoft has announced A$25 billion (approximately USD 18 billion) […]

A facial injury changed my appearance — and my life. I'm strong and confident now, and I want others to feel the same.

Tech Insider : Business, Sports, Travel
A woman with a facial injury
As time passed, Sarah Hayles became more confident in her appearance.

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The 20 best cities in the world in 2026, according to Time Out

Tech Insider : Travel, Business
The skyline of Melbourne, Australia.
Melbourne, Australia.

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I live in Melbourne, which was just crowned the world's best city. There are 5 things I recommend to all who visit.

Tech Insider : Travel, Travel, Business
Man and two boys smiling at sports game
afl game MCG

Ash Jurberg

I've raised my 3 kids across Switzerland, Australia, and the US — each culture has taught me valuable parenting lessons

Tech Insider : Business, Environment, Style
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Switzerland

Naomi Tsvirko

I moved back to Australia after decades in the US. The culture shock stunned me

Tech Insider : Travel, Business, Environment
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The author moved back to Australia after living in the US for most of her life.

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Blackstone is acquiring a small, mostly undeveloped resort island near the Great Barrier Reef. Take a look at the stunning destination.

Tech Insider : Travel, Business
Hamilton Island in Australia
Blackstone is acquiring Hamilton Island, a vacation destination near the Great Barrier Reef.

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