Business Blockbuster - Helpng business to be more visible on Google

Daily Bulletin

COVID-19 death toll estimated to reach 3,900 by next Friday, according to AI modelling

  • Written by: Belal Alsinglawi, PhD Candidate in Data Science and ICT Lecturer, Western Sydney University

The coronavirus disease COVID-19 has so far caused about 3,380 deaths, infected about 98,300 people, and is significantly impacting the economy in many countries.

We used predictive analytics, a branch of artificial intelligence (AI), to forecast how many confirmed COVID-19 cases and deaths can be expected in the near future.

Our method predicts...

Read more …

Sexual harassment claims are costly and complex – can this be fixed?

  • Written by: Dominique Allen, Senior Lecturer in Law, Monash University
Sexual harassment claims are costly and complex – can this be fixed?Shutterstock

The #MeToo movement has reminded us that sexual harassment has not gone away. The legal tools we’re using are not working and may even be hiding the true extent of the problem.

Most sexual harassment complaints are resolved confidentially at the Australian Human Rights Commission (AHRC) or its local equivalents. Few go to court....

Read more …

Michelle Grattan on the escalation of coronavirus and the economy

  • Written by: Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra

Michelle Grattan talks with Assistant Professor Caroline Fisher about the week in politics, including coronavirus, the Biosecurity Act and panic-buying, as well as the Australian economy, surplus packages, and the likelihood of a technical recession.

The Conversation

Michelle Grattan does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or...

Read more …

Australian and US rate cuts underline seriousness of the coronavirus crisis

  • Written by: Richard Holden, Professor of Economics, UNSW

This week the Reserve Bank of Australia did something everyone expected and the US Federal Reserve did something almost nobody expected. Both are revealing.

At its monthly meeting Australia’s central bank cut official interest rates by 25 basis points to a record low of 0.5%.

The Fed cut rates by 50 basis points – not at a regular...

Read more …

More Articles …

  1. Denied full participation, Catholic women mobilise for change
  2. More money for private schools won't make Australia's education fairer, no matter how you split it
  3. Sure, save furry animals after the bushfires – but our river creatures are suffering too
  4. Which aged care services near you weren't up to scratch in 2019?
  5. How 'Earthships' could make rebuilding safer in bushfire zones
  6. Truganini and the bloody backstory to Victoria's first public execution
  7. Ransomware attack on sheep farmers shows there's no room for woolly thinking in cyber security
  8. Can Scott Morrison match Kevin Rudd in keeping Australia out of recession in a global crisis?
  9. Keith Pitt on the Murray-Darling Basin, the Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility, and Nuclear Power
  10. When there's nowhere to escape, a bushfire-safe room could be your last resort
  11. 3 things government must do now to keep Australian content alive
  12. Economic growth near an end as Treasury talks of prolonged coronavirus downturn
  13. No, pregnant women aren't primed to 'nest'. It's a myth that sets women up for a lifetime of housework
  14. It's now Biden v Sanders as Super Tuesday narrows the field for the Democratic nomination
  15. Malaysia takes a turn to the right, and many of its people are worried
  16. Why are people stockpiling toilet paper? We asked four experts
  17. NSW building certification bill still lets developers off the hook
  18. We should use 'I' more in academic writing – there is benefit to first-person perspective
  19. What are 'heat not burn' products and are they any safer than traditional cigarettes?
  20. why drug sellers see the internet as a lucrative safe haven
  21. fakes, body doubles and mirrors from the analog to the digital lens
  22. Biden easily wins Super Tuesday after strong comeback in past few days
  23. Support package gains shape as GDP turning point swamped
  24. Does your child know more about dinosaurs than dugongs? Perhaps they're reading the wrong books
  25. NZ's fossil fuel investment ban for popular KiwiSaver funds is more political than ethical
  26. How do we detect if coronavirus is spreading in the community?
  27. what are the Australian government's powers to quarantine people in a coronavirus outbreak?
  28. Australian police are using the Clearview AI facial recognition system with no accountability
  29. Netanyahu set to survive another knife-edge Israeli election
  30. transform your garden or balcony into a wildlife haven
  31. Elite boys' schools like St Kevin's were set up to breed hyper-masculinity, which can easily turn toxic
  32. Lasting peace in Afghanistan now relies on the Taliban standing by its word. This has many Afghans concerned
  33. why can some organs regenerate while others can't?
  34. Today's GDP figures won't tell us whether life is getting better -- here's what can
  35. this parrot can predict the chances of something happening
  36. how crime books embraced lurid green
  37. COVID-19 has now reached New Zealand. How prepared is it to deal with a pandemic?
  38. One word repeated 9 times explains why the Reserve Bank cut: it's "coronavirus"
  39. AAP closure is the end of an era for unsung heroes of journalism
  40. The closure of AAP is yet another blow to public interest journalism in Australia
  41. How much food should my child be eating? And how can I get them to eat more healthily?
  42. After a summer of extremes, here's what to expect this autumn
  43. Beethoven's only opera bristles with contemporary relevance
  44. Why Modi's India has become a dangerous place for Muslims
  45. The first economic modelling of coronavirus scenarios is grim for Australia, the world
  46. The world may lose half its sandy beaches by 2100. It’s not too late to save most of them
  47. Adolescent family violence is a growing problem – and the legal system is making it worse
  48. Understanding emotions is nearly as important as IQ for students' academic success
  49. Unearthing a traditional Irish village that lingered in a South Australian field
  50. Worried about your child getting coronavirus? Here's what you need to know

Business News

The Growing Demand for Durable Plastic Packaging Supplies Across Australia

Why Do Australian Businesses Need Reliable Plastic Packaging Supplies? Businesses need packaging that can withstand everyday handling, storage, and distribution without creating avoidable delays. Pla...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

Office Cleaning Melbourne: Choosing the Right Scope for Your Office

A well-planned office cleaning Melbourne arrangement starts with a clear understanding of the premises and the people who use it. An office may include private work areas, shared desks, reception, mee...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

How Businesses Can Prepare for Unexpected Power Outages

Power failures can occur quickly. The supply may be interrupted by bad weather, issues with the electricity network, damaged equipment or local construction work. This can be just a hassle for a fam...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

How Chatswood Tutoring Can Fit Into a Student’s Weekly Routine

Create a Predictable Weekly Structure A consistent weekly routine can make study easier to manage when students are balancing several subjects. Chatswood tutoring can provide a fixed learning point a...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

The Rise of Digital Marketplaces in the Australian Trade Sector

For decades, the Australian trade and construction sector operated almost entirely on word-of-mouth recommendations and local community networks. Small business owners typically relied on local newspa...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

How Immigration Lawyers Can Help

Introduction Visa decisions can shape employment, family life, study plans, travel, and future residence. A small omission can lead to delay, added expense, or refusal. Immigration lawyers assess l...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

How Industrial Drying Equipment Supports Efficient Processing

Many industrial processes require moisture to be removed from compressed air, products or process materials before they move to the next stage. Excess moisture can affect equipment performance, produc...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

Practical Ways a Whiteboard Can Improve Workplace Communication

Effective communication helps teams stay organised, share ideas and keep track of important information. While digital tools are now common in many workplaces, a whiteboard continues to provide a simp...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

Designing Eco-Friendly Custom Water Bottles for Your Next Event

The Evolution of Sustainable Event Merchandise Event planning has undergone a massive transformation over the last decade. Gone are the days when organizers could hand out cheap, single use plastic...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

The Daily Magazine

Cybersecurity Services and Solutions for Complete Digital Protection

Businesses leverage Cybersecurity solutions for protection against digital threats of the modern era...

What Australian Entrepreneurs Should Know About Streamlining Their Financial Processes

Running a small business in Australia demands much more than just delivering a great product or serv...

Supporting Joint Health in Young and Growing Horses

Anyone who has raised a foal through to a rising three-year-old knows how deceptively fast the gro...

Why Is My Switchboard Buzzing? What a Humming Breaker Is Telling You

Most people never hear their switchboard. It sits quietly in a cupboard, a hallway or a meter box ou...

Solar Panels Geelong: Key Factors to Consider Before Installation

Solar power can help households and businesses generate electricity on site, but the value of a syst...

How Rats and Mice Get Into Homes Through Gaps Most People Miss

Rats and mice do not need an open door to get inside a home. They can squeeze through small openings...

Why a Safety Certified I/O Module Matters in Machine Design

Understanding Safety-Related I/O A safety certified I/O module is designed for use within an arch...

How to Compare Ceiling Fans online before Buying

Comparing ceiling fans online before making a purchase helps you understand how each model will su...

How Does a Portable Power Station for Carvan Adventures Support Smarter Camping?

Why Does Off-Grid Camping Need a Reliable Portable Power Station for Carvan Travel?  People often...