Australia's median wealth falls 7% since 2020

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1. Australia’s median wealth falls almost 7% since 2020 despite the rich getting richer, report says

   Australia's median wealth has fallen almost 7% since 2020, despite the country adding more than 25,000 millionaires. A Swiss bank UBS report finds a 'growing divide between the wealthiest and the broader population'.

   theguardian.com

2. Australians have more negative view of Israel than of China, Guardian Essential poll finds

   Australians have a more negative view of Israel than of China, according to the latest Guardian Essential poll. The poll also finds perception of Donald Trump has soured since his re-election, with fewer than a third of respondents viewing him positively.

   theguardian.com

3. It kills two-thirds of lifetime users – so why is smoking cool again?

   Australian nicotine consumption is on the rise, the illegal tobacco trade is booming, and cigarettes have returned to pop culture. Smoking kills two-thirds of lifetime users, yet experts are concerned about its resurgence.

   theguardian.com

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