Rich James
@richjamesuk.bsky.social
Newsletter Editor @crikey.com.au
Previously: Executive News Editor at The i Paper, News Director at BuzzFeed.
Email: rjames@crikey.com.au
https://www.crikey.com.au/author/richard-james/
My daughter calls me a writer.
Previously: Executive News Editor at The i Paper, News Director at BuzzFeed.
Email: rjames@crikey.com.au
https://www.crikey.com.au/author/richard-james/
My daughter calls me a writer.
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Scoop: The most popular apps in Australia right now are social media platforms not included in the teen ban (so far).
This comes as teens make videos recommending that they all migrate to these alternative platforms to get around the ban — something experts warned about.
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This comes as teens make videos recommending that they all migrate to these alternative platforms to get around the ban — something experts warned about.
www.crikey.com.au/20...
November 27, 2025 at 10:59 PM
Scoop: The most popular apps in Australia right now are social media platforms not included in the teen ban (so far).
This comes as teens make videos recommending that they all migrate to these alternative platforms to get around the ban — something experts warned about.
www.crikey.com.au/20...
This comes as teens make videos recommending that they all migrate to these alternative platforms to get around the ban — something experts warned about.
www.crikey.com.au/20...
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Australian members of the Global Sumud Flotilla captured by Israel have been deported to Jordan after allegations of serious mistreatment in detention. Meanwhile, the Pentagon's AUKUS review is still ongoing.
Israel deports Australians after allegations of savage treatment in detention
Australian members of the Global Sumud Flotilla captured by Israel have been deported to Jordan after allegations of serious mistreatment in detention. Meanwhile, the Pentagon's AUKUS review is still ongoing.
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October 7, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Australian members of the Global Sumud Flotilla captured by Israel have been deported to Jordan after allegations of serious mistreatment in detention. Meanwhile, the Pentagon's AUKUS review is still ongoing.
OpenAI signs first ever Australian government contract www.crikey.com.au/2025/10/08/o...
OpenAI signs first ever Australian government contract
The ChatGPT-maker's first contract with Treasury might be small, but as one firm's analysis of procurement argues, it could be the first step towards a lucrative whole-of-government deal.
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October 8, 2025 at 8:47 AM
OpenAI signs first ever Australian government contract www.crikey.com.au/2025/10/08/o...
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It takes all-round awfulness to be a contender for the title of Australia's worst company. One firm has got that in spades.
And Australia's worst company is...
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October 7, 2025 at 11:30 AM
It takes all-round awfulness to be a contender for the title of Australia's worst company. One firm has got that in spades.
Tony Blair is a tech evangelist with a lot of power. Insiders are worried www.crikey.com.au/2025/09/26/t...
Tony Blair is a tech evangelist with a lot of power. Insiders are worried
Critics of Tony Blair's TBI say that the think tank is part of a major influence operation that could culminate in US tech firms taking control of Britain’s most valuable data.
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October 3, 2025 at 11:57 AM
Tony Blair is a tech evangelist with a lot of power. Insiders are worried www.crikey.com.au/2025/09/26/t...
I am being taught a lot about selfies this week...
We've noticed some very interesting AI company-lobbying firm couplings in Canberra...
Albo's lesson for the kids, PR for crypto casinos, and please make Fox News stop
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October 2, 2025 at 11:11 AM
I am being taught a lot about selfies this week...
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Between wage theft, terrible service, carbon emissions and breaking the law, there are many terrible Australian companies. But who is the worst?
The Alan Bond Award for Corporate Misconduct: What is Australia's worst company?
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October 1, 2025 at 7:18 AM
Between wage theft, terrible service, carbon emissions and breaking the law, there are many terrible Australian companies. But who is the worst?
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Anthony Albanese returns from his overseas tour, and Sussan Ley attempts to lay down the law.
Albo's back, baby!
Anthony Albanese returns from his overseas tour, and Sussan Ley attempts to lay down the law.
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September 30, 2025 at 9:17 PM
Anthony Albanese returns from his overseas tour, and Sussan Ley attempts to lay down the law.
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Reporters and healthcare professionals worldwide are scrambling to repair the damage wrought by Trump and his band of bad faith businessmen, writes Grace Tame.
Grace Tame on the grifters swarming around Trump's autism announcement
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September 29, 2025 at 8:08 AM
Reporters and healthcare professionals worldwide are scrambling to repair the damage wrought by Trump and his band of bad faith businessmen, writes Grace Tame.
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Under the current rules, an MP can avoid declaring any property or shares held in their family trust as long as they’re not listed as a trustee. Not exactly transparent, is it?
Coalition politicians hide assets in three times as many private trusts as Labor
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September 29, 2025 at 9:02 AM
Under the current rules, an MP can avoid declaring any property or shares held in their family trust as long as they’re not listed as a trustee. Not exactly transparent, is it?
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NEW: I found video of a Russian military cadet school. The kids march to the national anthem. But not all the pupils are Russian - with the school boasting the cohort inc abducted Ukrainian children. These stolen kids are being trained to fight against their birth country inews.co.uk/news/world/s...
Stolen Ukrainian children are trained to throw grenades and build drones for Russia
Grenade-throwing competitons and shooting practice are on the military curriculum for some Ukrainian children abducted by Russia
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September 25, 2025 at 11:57 AM
NEW: I found video of a Russian military cadet school. The kids march to the national anthem. But not all the pupils are Russian - with the school boasting the cohort inc abducted Ukrainian children. These stolen kids are being trained to fight against their birth country inews.co.uk/news/world/s...
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Donald Trump has let fly with an absurd and rambling speech at the UN General Assembly, and it looks like Anthony Albanese has finally secured that meeting (lucky him).
Donald Trump unleashes unhinged rant on the United Nations
The US president has let fly with an absurd and rambling speech at the UN General Assembly, and it looks like Albanese has finally secured that meeting (lucky him).
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September 23, 2025 at 9:02 PM
Donald Trump has let fly with an absurd and rambling speech at the UN General Assembly, and it looks like Anthony Albanese has finally secured that meeting (lucky him).
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For decades Australia has walked a tightrope between Beijing and Washington. Increasingly, there's one between America and civilised democratic nations too, writes Bernard Keane.
The world is splitting, and we can't follow Trump. Albanese must choose civilisation
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September 23, 2025 at 3:07 AM
For decades Australia has walked a tightrope between Beijing and Washington. Increasingly, there's one between America and civilised democratic nations too, writes Bernard Keane.
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Australia's teen social media ban has been sold as being the solution to, or at least helping to solve, a lot of different problems.
Since we're not far off from the ban's start, I thought I would be good to pull together all the government's many claims about its benefits:
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Since we're not far off from the ban's start, I thought I would be good to pull together all the government's many claims about its benefits:
www.crikey.com.au/20...
September 23, 2025 at 5:55 AM
Australia's teen social media ban has been sold as being the solution to, or at least helping to solve, a lot of different problems.
Since we're not far off from the ban's start, I thought I would be good to pull together all the government's many claims about its benefits:
www.crikey.com.au/20...
Since we're not far off from the ban's start, I thought I would be good to pull together all the government's many claims about its benefits:
www.crikey.com.au/20...
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The relationship between Meanjin's editor Esther Anatolitis and MUP had soured to the degree that the former had appointed a lawyer, Josh Bornstein, to represent her interests, @nickfeik.bsky.social writes.
Who killed Meanjin?
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September 20, 2025 at 1:01 AM
The relationship between Meanjin's editor Esther Anatolitis and MUP had soured to the degree that the former had appointed a lawyer, Josh Bornstein, to represent her interests, @nickfeik.bsky.social writes.
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How can a politician hide their assets from public view? Let us count the ways on the latest episode of the Cut Through podcast!
How politicians take a 'trust me, bro' approach to transparency
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September 20, 2025 at 4:38 AM
How can a politician hide their assets from public view? Let us count the ways on the latest episode of the Cut Through podcast!
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In announcing an emissions reduction target of 62-70%, Labor has been criticised for not going far enough. Meanwhile, the PM is prepping for his trip to the US (which is in the grips of a free-speech furore).
Labor's climate target slammed as a 'timid, weak failure'
In announcing an emissions reduction target of 62-70%, Labor has been criticised for not going far enough. Meanwhile, the PM is prepping for his trip to the US (which is in the grips of a free-speech furore).
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September 18, 2025 at 8:58 PM
In announcing an emissions reduction target of 62-70%, Labor has been criticised for not going far enough. Meanwhile, the PM is prepping for his trip to the US (which is in the grips of a free-speech furore).
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The government's 2035 emissions target will be announced after a cabinet meeting today, and Anthony Albanese has failed to secure yet another defence agreement in the Pacific.
'Real leadership is needed now': Climate groups urge high emissions-reduction target
The government's 2035 emissions target will be announced after a cabinet meeting today, and Anthony Albanese has failed to secure yet another defence agreement in the Pacific.
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September 17, 2025 at 9:08 PM
The government's 2035 emissions target will be announced after a cabinet meeting today, and Anthony Albanese has failed to secure yet another defence agreement in the Pacific.
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The IDF has invaded Gaza City. On the same day, a UN commission of inquiry found Israel intends 'to kill as many Palestinians as possible' in its genocide.
Israel launches Gaza City ground offensive as UN commission confirms genocide
The IDF has invaded Gaza City. On the same day, a UN commission of inquiry found Israel intends 'to kill as many Palestinians as possible' in its genocide.
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September 16, 2025 at 9:55 PM
The IDF has invaded Gaza City. On the same day, a UN commission of inquiry found Israel intends 'to kill as many Palestinians as possible' in its genocide.
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Australia desperately needs a centrist opposition party, and the Liberal Party increasingly looks incapable of doing the job. Time for something new, writes Bernard Keane.
The Liberals are dead and the rot will kill its moderates. What next?
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September 17, 2025 at 6:06 AM
Australia desperately needs a centrist opposition party, and the Liberal Party increasingly looks incapable of doing the job. Time for something new, writes Bernard Keane.
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Which MP owns the most shares? And which companies do our leaders prefer? Search Crikey and Open Politics' interactive database to find out.
The company they keep: Where does your MP invest their money? Search our database
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September 16, 2025 at 7:46 AM
Which MP owns the most shares? And which companies do our leaders prefer? Search Crikey and Open Politics' interactive database to find out.
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Exclusive | Gina Rinehart is among more than 750 donors to embattled Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price's defamation fund.
Gina Rinehart among slew of people bankrolling Jacinta Nampijinpa Price's defamation defence
With Jacinta Nampijinpa Price facing a defamation case and a booting from the shadow cabinet, it pays to have friends in high places.
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September 15, 2025 at 6:39 AM
Exclusive | Gina Rinehart is among more than 750 donors to embattled Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price's defamation fund.
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Ever since Tony Abbott reportedly organised Jacinta Nampijinpa Price's defection to the Liberal Party, we've kept an eye on interactions between the pair, as well as with Abbott's former chief of staff, Peta Credlin.
A series of probably unrelated events involving Jacinta Nampijinpa Price, Tony Abbott and Peta Credlin
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September 12, 2025 at 12:16 PM
Ever since Tony Abbott reportedly organised Jacinta Nampijinpa Price's defection to the Liberal Party, we've kept an eye on interactions between the pair, as well as with Abbott's former chief of staff, Peta Credlin.
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Sussan Ley has unceremoniously dumped Jacinta Nampijinpa Price to the backbench after she refused to back Ley's leadership, and Donald Trump ally Charlie Kirk has been shot dead at a Utah university.
Sussan Ley boots Jacinta Nampijinpa Price from frontbench
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September 10, 2025 at 9:17 PM
Sussan Ley has unceremoniously dumped Jacinta Nampijinpa Price to the backbench after she refused to back Ley's leadership, and Donald Trump ally Charlie Kirk has been shot dead at a Utah university.
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Julie Inman Grant will introduce new online codes to limit child access to harmful AI tools, and Jacinta Nampijinpa Price has doubled down on refusing to apologise for her Indian migrants comments.
ESafety commissioner announces AI codes to prevent childrens' access to harmful material
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September 8, 2025 at 9:02 PM
Julie Inman Grant will introduce new online codes to limit child access to harmful AI tools, and Jacinta Nampijinpa Price has doubled down on refusing to apologise for her Indian migrants comments.