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The new average retirement age for men and women as cost of living bites

An increase in the number of white-collar workers is also behind the trend.

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Aussies are expected on average to keep working for longer.

Aussies ‘struggling more than ever’ as debts reach six-year high

The number of Australians seeking help with debt has reached a record high as housing stress and utility costs weigh on budgets.

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The debt crisis shows no sign of slowing, with 15,000 Australians already seeking support in July.

China used to fine couples for having too many babies. Now it can’t pay them enough

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A woman pushes her children on a shared bike in Beijing

Housing boom incoming? Surprise spike in building approvals sparks affordability debate

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Australia sees highest dwelling approvals in 3 years will it ease the housing crisis? Pic via Unsplash

Here’s what you should know about Trump’s new tariffs

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US President Donald Trump just set new tariffs for countries across the globe, solidifying his extreme break with America’s long-standing trade policy.

US and China agree to temporarily reduce tariffs

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The US and China have agreed to temporarily reduce tariffs on each other’s products.
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