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Good News In Pension Changes | Mirage News
From 1 July 2026, the Federal Government has increased a range of Age Pension means-testing thresholds, allowing some retirees to earn more income, hold more assets, or have more financial investments before their pension entitlement is reduced. These changes form part of the regular July indexation process. While the Age Pension payment rate itself is
Traffic Changes For Cairns Show | Mirage News
Residents are advised there will be changed traffic conditions associated with the Cairns Show. Cairns Show road closures: Scott St, between Buchan St and Severin St, will be closed from 1.30pm on Saturday 11 July to 1.30pm on Saturday 18 July Severin St, between Mulgrave Rd and Scott St, will be one way from 7am
Microsoft Changes ‘Most Windows Devices’ In June-Update Yours Now
In an “important” update last week, Microsoft confirmed that the Secure Boot certificate expiration that starts in June will affect “most Windows devices." To avoid disruption, the company says “take action to update certificates in advance.” Microsoft says failing to install the latest Windows update, which should refresh your Secure Boot certificates, “might affect the
What tax changes? Seven investors vie for $1.95 million Sydney house
Seven investors descended on a St Marys auction on Saturday, where a three-bedroom house with two kitchens, several living areas and sheds sold for $1.95 million, or $50,000 below its $2 million reserve. The deceased estate at 44 King Street did not have a price guide, but buyer feedback had placed it in the range
Microsoft Changes Windows Security After 15 Years-Update By ‘End Of April’
This has never happened before. Microsoft is expiring the authentication that protects Windows PCs from threats each time they restart. Secure Boot certificates on almost all Windows PCs date back to 2011 and will now be replaced. The process starts this month and is wrapped into April’s security update. While Microsoft had said that “starting
NDIS changes announced by Health Minister Mark Butler bring disability scheme back to original aim
Opinion Labor is tackling a scheme that has become unaffordable and wildly out of control in what it covers. But delivering on its commitment will be harder than tough language. Jennifer Hewett Columnist The Albanese government is finally willing to concede one of federal Labor’s proudest achievements has become a policy debacle that can’t survive
Big changes are coming for the Apple Credit Card, Savings Account
Fast facts: The popular Apple Credit Card will soon be changing issuers. Goldman Sachs, which currently services the Apple Card program, has reportedly agreed to sell the partnership to JPMorgan Chase, a company that already boasts credit card partnerships with a number of popular consumer brands...
Everything that changes about life in Italy in January 2026
From public holidays to winter sales and the start of Venice's carnival, here's what to expect in Italy next month...
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39 of the Best YA Graphic Novels and Comics of 2026
Every month, the What’s Up in YA newsletter has a roundup of the best YA graphic novels and comics out that month. I’ve combined all of these comics into a collection: Young Adult Graphic Novels & Comics of 2026. Anyone can browse Book Riot collections and click the covers to find the publisher’s description, the
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Muslim Association promises ‘Jew-free’ incident will not recur at future youth events
A word cloud projected during a recent Muslim Association of Canada conference youth session contained the phrase "Jew free, submitted by an anonymous participant. This will not happen again, promises the association. (Photo Melanie Bennett/used with permission) Article content The Muslim Association of Canada has released an update following an incident that occurred during its
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EnchantingGuangxi | Guangxi turns caves into popular tourist attractions
Tourists enjoy scenery inside a cave in Guilin, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Aug. 12, 2026. (Xinhua/Zhang Ailin) NANNING, Aug. 15 (Xinhua) -- Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, south China, has tapped the tourism potential of its caves in recent years, developing them into popular attractions while ensuring visitor safety. Tourists visit a cave in
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Osun Decides: 3,556 PUs Opened By 8:30am – INEC
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Saturday said 3,556 out of 3,763 Polling Units (PUs) in Osun State opened by 8:30 am for the governorship election. According to the electoral umpire’s situation report, 207 polling units, accounting for 5.5 per cent, experienced minor delays but had become operational by 9:00 am. READ ALSO Osun
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Troops neutralise terrorists, intercept 180 explosives in Zamfara
Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have neutralised several terrorists and intercepted a suspected explosives courier carrying 180 units of explosives allegedly meant for terrorist elements in Katsina State. The Army in a post via its X handle on Saturday, said theoperations, carried out on August 14, also led to the recovery of rifles, ammunition and