CBA ups inflation prediction as supply chains strain Australia is staring down the barrel of inflation above five per cent as a result of the Iran oil supply shock, economists from the Commonwealth Bank warn. AAP · Mar 27
Australia last rationed fuel in the 1970s. Could we do it again? As oil prices skyrocket, analysts believe the disruption to the global supply will last months, not weeks. So what other options are there? The Guardian - AU · Mar 21
With New CBA, the WNBA Is Venturing Into a New, ‘Transformative’ Future Twenty years ago, labor discussions focused on how the WNBA would survive. Now, with the league ascending to new heights, the emphasis is rightfully on how it will evolve. Sports Illustrated · Mar 18
WNBA’s New CBA Agreement: Three Key Points to Know, Including Pay Increases Here’s what we know about the terms of the WNBA’s new CBA so far after both sides reached a verbal agreement Wednesday morning. Sports Illustrated · Mar 18
A mysterious ocean sound was recorded off Bermuda in the 1940s. Scientists finally uncover the truth The preserved recording was discovered last year – and it could unlock secrets about the ocean The Independent UK · Mar 16
WNBA and players' union meet on CBA for 6th straight day with revenue sharing, housing key hurdles The WNBA and its players’ union are meeting for a sixth straight day in hopes of getting a collective bargaining agreement finished in a timely fashion to avoid any potential delays to the upcoming season The Independent UK · Mar 15
WNBA, players union meet for 5th straight day trying to get CBA deal to avoid any season disruptions The WNBA and the players union will meet for the fifth straight day Saturday having a sense of urgency to get a deal done by Monday to avoid disruptions to the upcoming season The Independent UK · Mar 14
WNBA and the players’ union return to CBA talks after a 16-hour marathon session The WNBA and its players’ union were back negotiating for a new collective bargaining agreement for the fourth straight day, hours after a 16-hour marathon session ended The Independent UK · Mar 13
Big four banks predict three consecutive RBA rate hikes The Middle East conflict could prompt the Aussie dollar to plummet and the Reserve Bank to hike interest rates to 15-year highs in 2026, analysts say. AAP · Mar 12
New homebuyers using smaller deposits, borrowing more Borrowing patterns of first homebuyers are changing as they take advantage of government subsidies, Australia's biggest lender says. AAP · Mar 11
The Current State of WNBA Negotiations As Proposed CBA Deadline Comes and Goes Where do things stand after a weekend of movement on both sides? Let's take a look. Sports Illustrated · Mar 10
‘Vicious cycle’: panic buying is biggest risk to Australia’s petrol supplies, experts say Government and motoring groups say there is no shortage of fuel supplies but stockpiling has left country service stations running dry, as Iran war sparks oil price fears The Guardian - AU · Mar 10
Banks, miners the winners of a resilient earning season After three years of declining profits, Australian corporations as a whole returned to growth this reporting season, led by banks including CBA and NAB. AAP · Mar 6
USL emails players about union resignation procedures as strike looms The email, sent to all USL Championship players, includes an ‘FAQ’ section on crossing a potential picket line The Guardian - US · Mar 5
Sports Illustrated · Mar 4 Sophie Cunningham Eyes a Future in Broadcasting With New Side Quest The WNBA star spoke with Sports Illustrated about her passion for commentating.
Sports Illustrated · Mar 2 Five Obstacles That Could Stop Team USA From Winning the World Baseball Classic The Americans are the favorites to take home gold, but it’s far from a done deal.
Sports Illustrated · Mar 2 WNBA’s Latest CBA Proposal Could Fast-Track Max Contracts for Young Stars Like Caitlin Clark The WNBA’s latest CBA proposal would allow young stars like Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers to get maximum contracts much faster.
The Independent UK · Mar 2 WNBA’s new CBA offer boosts pay, fast-tracks max deals for stars like Caitlin Clark, AP source says The WNBA sent a new CBA proposal to the players’ union Sunday night that includes allowing some of its young stars like Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers a chance to earn a maximum salary quicker, a person familiar with the deal has told The Associated Press
Sports Illustrated · Mar 2 U.S. Soccer Players Authorize Playing Strike Amid Tense Labor Talks The American second division could be moved from its scheduled 2026 start date.
Sports Illustrated · Feb 24 NFL Mulling Centralizing Some Officiating Functions in New York Amid CBA Negotiations Will New York gain more control over NFL officiating?
Sports Illustrated · Feb 21 WNBA Doesn't Budge on Salary in Latest CBA Proposal, Here’s Why That’s Significant The WNBA’s latest CBA proposal includes a concession on housing, but not on revenue sharing.
Sports Illustrated · Feb 18 WNBPA Counters League’s Latest CBA Proposal With Key Compromises Amid Labor Dispute Less than two months from the scheduled WNBA draft, the league and players remain apart on a new CBA.
Sports Illustrated · Feb 17 MLBPA Leader Tony Clark Resigns Due to Inappropriate Relationship With Sister-in-Law Tony Clark resigned from his post as executive director of the MLBPA after an internal investigation revealed an inappropriate relationship with his sister-in-law, who had worked for the union since 2023.
The Guardian - US · Feb 13 MLR leaders hail players union deal as US league heads for six-team season Long-sought collective bargaining agreement sealed after multiple franchise exits and with World Cups looming
AAP · Feb 12 Bank business clients proving resilient, despite rates One of the bright spots in Commonwealth Bank's interim results this week was its interactions with businesses, particularly in regional Australia.