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US Primaries and Minimum Wage Hike in Australia

Updated 2026-08-11 08:55 UTC 2 sources Positive

Voters in six US states are casting ballots for high-profile primaries. Meanwhile, a new minimum wage order will come into effect in Australia, setting a world-leading standard for gig workers.

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NPR

Morning news brief

Voters in six states head to the polls Tuesday for high-profile primaries, Trump signals his strategy with Iran is shifting, 7.4 magnitude earthquake kills at least 111 people in Colombia.

2026-08-11 08:32 UTC

The Guardian

Delivery drivers to be paid minimum $31.30 an hour across Australia in ‘world-leading’ decision

Fair Work Commission issues a new minimum standards order for gig workers to come into effect 17 AugustGet our breaking news email, free app or <a href="https://www

2026-08-11 08:25 UTC