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Is the government's economic mishandling any surprise?

Crikey readers discuss economic stagnation, rural drought crises and questionable media tactics.

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Australian Ninja Warrior wins the night for Nine

The Australian Ninja Warrior grand final pulled in big figures for Nine — and dominated the night.

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Something must change if pollsters expect to reclaim voters' trust

Crikey readers discuss Newspoll's attempt to bounce back from the election, the ACCC handling of monopolies and Nine's Crown revelations.

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Ninjas flip all over 60 Minutes investigation

A much-hyped 60 Minutes' investigation was dwarfed by a solid night from Australian Ninja Warriors.

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When it comes to fixing 'bad science', scholars are not the enemy

Crikey readers discuss the need for a 'bad-science' watchdog, the prime ministership of Boris Johnson and Australia's handling of Timor-Leste.

When can the government tap your phone or read your texts?

What exactly are your rights? Who can access your call history, check your messages or listen in on your conversation, and when?

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The Front Bar saves a dreary Thursday

Thursday nights in winter are typically a dark time for ratings, but there are still some patches of warmth.

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The cost of the government's national security craze

Crikey readers discuss the government's handling of national security and the Sydney-Melbourne rivalry.

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Labor needs to press the government on AAT chaos

Crikey readers discuss problems at the Administrative Appeals Tribunal, visa exploitation and the birth of the Melbourne art scene.

Ten (just) bounces back from the MasterChef finale

The MasterChef finale was well down on viewers from last year, but Australian Survivor's return was a success.