The Daily Aus Headlines: Inflation holds steady at 2.4%
May 28, 2025
Prices in Australia have risen by 2.4% over the past year, raising concerns about the cost of essentials like food and housing. An independent senator has lodged a complaint against a colleague for inappropriate conduct, highlighting the unique challenges faced by women in politics. Meanwhile, the U.S. is temporarily halting student visa interviews amid new social media vetting procedures. On a lighter note, researchers have developed a new type of dental floss that can detect stress by measuring cortisol levels!
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Steady Australian Inflation Rates
- Inflation in Australia held steady at 2.4% in the year to April, consistent with previous months.
- Key price increases were seen in food, housing, and recreation, with trimmed mean inflation slightly rising to 2.8%.
Senator Payman's Complaint
- Senator Fatima Payman reported offensive sexual and racial comments from a male parliamentary colleague.
- She filed a complaint with Parliament's Workplace Support Service, highlighting her experience as a Muslim woman who doesn't drink alcohol.
US Visa Interview Pause
- The US State Department paused student visa interviews amid plans to enhance social media vetting.
- This move aligns with recent funding cuts to Harvard University amid tightened US policies.