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Running a 100km race is impressive.
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May 26, 2025
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Good morning. Running a 100km race is impressive.
Running a 100km race while breastfeeding a baby during the race...and winning, is multiple levels beyond impressive.
Canadian trail runner Stephanie Case won Britain's biggest ultramarathon while breastfeeding her six-month-old baby at aid stations throughout. Your 5km park run on Saturday was also superb though!
All the headlines and more below…
AUSTRALIAN NEWS
The RBA has achieved its inflation target
The RBA has achieved its 2-3% inflation target without recession whilst public spending drives 63% of growth. LINK
A Sydney or Brisbane balcony adds up to $400,000 to apartment prices as buyers prioritise outdoor living space. LINK
Australian beef exports to China have surged as US-China trade tensions reduce US competition. LINK
The Australian dollar reached its highest level since December as US-EU trade tensions weaken the US currency. LINK
Low-cost Chinese e-commerce imports are helping reduce inflation pressures in Australia while increasing consumer choice. LINK
NSW dairy farmers require higher milk prices to recover from flood-related livestock and infrastructure losses. LINK
The government has announced plans to reform apprenticeship incentives to address labour shortages in energy and digital sectors. LINK
GLOBAL NEWS
G7 leaders have agreed to address economic imbalances
G7 leaders have agreed to address economic imbalances while considering more Russian sanctions. LINK
President Donald Trump has demanded Apple begin manufacturing iPhones in the US or face tariffs of at least 25% on foreign-made devices, whilst an estimated 80% of iPhones are still produced in China. LINK
Bitcoin is trading above US$111,000 and breaking records, while the Australian dollar is around US64.41c. LINK
COMPANY NEWS
Nutella is the king of spreads. But a challenger is eyeing its throne
Nutella leads Australia's sweet spreads market with 15 million kilograms consumed as Ferrero posts 10.1% revenue growth. LINK
Jetstar cancelled multiple flights due to GPS navigation system failures. LINK
Samsung has launched the ultra-thin 5.8mm S25 Galaxy Edge smartphone to combine sleek design with practicality. LINK
OpenAI is acquiring AI device startup io to develop a new family of AI-powered devices. LINK
Major US banks including JPMorgan, Bank of America and Citigroup are exploring the creation of a joint stablecoin to enter the cryptocurrency market. LINK
OnlyFans parent company Fenix International is negotiating an $8B sale of the online platform following significant revenue growth since 2020. LINK
Myer has struggled with weaker apparel sales whilst Just Jeans and other acquired brands impact earnings. LINK
Disney has filed a lawsuit to block YouTube's hiring of its former executive who was under contract until 2027. LINK
Starlink has received a formal warning from Australia's communications watchdog for failing to submit complaint reports. LINK
Bendigo Bank reported a 7.8% fall in quarterly cash earnings to $122.2M due to lower non-interest income. LINK
Kayo has announced subscription price increases shortly after restricting free-to-air AFL broadcasts. LINK
CHART OF THE DAY
Willingness to pay a premium for electric vehicles vs comparable combustion engine alternatives is marginal and differs by market
ONE MORE SCROLL
Editor’s Pick: The German act of “lüften” will work wonders on your morning routine.
Draft Pick: Norris takes victory over Leclerc and Piastri in gripping Monaco Grand Prix.
Odd Pick: Court to decide if Tasmanian supermarket discriminated by not allowing alpaca in store.
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TRIVIA
We're playing higher or lower to kick off the week. We'll give you an incorrect fact and you have to say if the correct answer is higher or lower.
Bees have 4 eyes
The average human brain weighs 1.6kg
An adult giraffe sleeps for an average of 60 minutes a day
30% of the world’s population lives in India and China
2.2 million people in Australia had Irish ancestry in the 2021 census
Answers below
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ANSWERS
1. Higher - 5 eyes
2. Lower - 1.3kg to 1.4kg brain weight
3. Lower - 30 minutes sleep
4. Higher - ~34% population
5. Higher - 2.4 million Irish
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