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The Gender Pay Gap Is Closing, But There’s One Glaring Problem

Mar 2, 2026
Katy Gallagher, Australia’s Minister for Finance and Women who oversees pay equity, discusses the latest national pay gap data. She talks about how bonuses, overtime and secret pay arrangements widen disparities. She explains government levers like transparency, targets for large employers and culture change. Short scenes also cover travel advice and regional security tensions.
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ANECDOTE

Tel Aviv Nights Describe A Ballistic Ballet

  • 7 News reporter Chris Reason described Tel Aviv nights as a 'ballistic ballet' of missiles and air-defence intercepts.
  • He noted exploding intercepts make an extraordinary fireworks-like but terrifying display over the city.
INSIGHT

Conflict Running As Missile For Missile Attrition

  • The US-Israel campaign has become missile-for-missile attrition supported by two carrier strike groups.
  • Experts warn current tempo can't last more than days as munitions and logistics are depleted.
INSIGHT

Allies Support Without Committing Ground Forces

  • Many US allies are reluctant to commit forces though some have allowed base use; legal concerns shaped UK hesitation.
  • Sir Keir Starmer reversed a holdout to permit US base access despite international law worries.
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