Block to Cut Nearly Half Its Global Workforce, Blaming AI Shift
Block, the fintech giant that owns Afterpay, is slashing nearly half its global workforce as it pivots toward artificial intelligence-driven operations.
Priya Narayanan Article Archive
All articles published by The Daily Perspective from 28 February to 29 March 2026.
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Priya Narayanan 
The Rusty Gurnard: A Pub Reborn With Real Reasons to Return
The Rusty Gurnard has undergone a spirited transformation, offering Australians a reminder that the great pub can still surprise.
James Callahan 
Sarah Ferguson: The Royal Risk That Outranks Andrew
Broke, outspoken and unburdened by protocol, Sarah Ferguson holds decades of royal access that could reshape public perceptions of the House of Windsor.
Oliver Pemberton 
Netflix Steps Aside as Paramount Closes In on Warner Bros Deal
Netflix has withdrawn from the bidding war for Warner Bros Discovery, clearing the path for Paramount to absorb one of Hollywood's most storied studios.
Sophia Vargas 
Loch Cheese Merchant: The One-Woman Shop Worth the Drive
Tucked into the small town of Loch in South Gippsland, this one-woman cheese shop has earned a devoted following among those who take their curd seriously.
Sophia Vargas 
Loch Brewery and Distillery: Gippsland's Craft Spirit Worth Knowing
Loch Brewery and Distillery in South Gippsland is crafting English-style ales alongside flagship whiskies, artisanal gin and rum.
Mitchell Tan 
Midwinter Break Brings Manville and Hinds to Australian Cinemas
Lesley Manville and Ciarán Hinds star in Midwinter Break, a film probing faith and commitment, opening in Australian cinemas from March 5.
Nina Papadopoulos 
Gurneys' Cidery Brings a Taste of Somerset to South Gippsland
Gurneys' Cidery in South Gippsland is earning a reputation as one of Victoria's most distinctive small producers, channelling the cider traditions of Somerset.
Daniel Kovac 
Mount Helena Teen Describes Lightning Strike That Stunned Schoolmates
A Mount Helena teenager has described being struck by lightning at her school as feeling like 'a thousand needles', as the incident draws attention to storm safety.
Priya Narayanan 
The Art of Political Cartooning in the Digital Age
As print media contracts, the editorial cartoon endures as one of journalism's most powerful forms of political commentary.
Yuki Tamura 
Sussan Ley Quits Parliament, Forcing Farrer Byelection After Liberal Leadership Loss
Sussan Ley has resigned from parliament two weeks after losing the Liberal leadership to Angus Taylor, triggering a byelection in her NSW seat of Farrer.
Marcus Ashbrook 
Mike Tindall's MEGA Hat Sparks Debate on Rugby Podcast
Mike Tindall has sparked debate after donning a MAGA-style hat reading 'Make England Great Again' on The Good, The Bad & The Rugby podcast.
Patrick Donnelly 
Police video reveals McMahon's 160km/h crash on Connecticut highway
Newly released police footage shows Vince McMahon driving at over 160km/h before crashing his $300,000 Bentley on a Connecticut highway.
Priya Narayanan 
Police footage captures Vince McMahon's high-speed highway crash
Police dashcam footage shows Vince McMahon crashing his luxury sportscar into another vehicle at 160km/h on a Connecticut highway.
Sarah Cheng 
Neanderthal Genomes Reveal Ancient Mating Preferences
Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania have found compelling evidence that Neanderthal males strongly preferred modern human females as mates, written into ancient DNA.
Mitchell Tan 
Melbourne's Best New Bars Right Now: Eight Worth Your Weekend
Eight new Melbourne bars are turning heads, including a hidden Thai cocktail bar, cosy Abbotsford locals, and a sprawling south-east beer garden.
Jake Nguyen 
ACO and Ilya Gringolts Bring The Devil's Violin to Australian Stages
Violinist Ilya Gringolts joins the ACO for a fiery programme pushing the instrument to its limits. Tickets now 20% off.
Daniel Kovac 
The Voice That Wouldn't Be Silenced: Hind Rajab on Film
The Voice of Hind Rajab uses a real child's recorded voice to devastating effect. Its director says that was the only honest choice.
Kate Morrison 
Treasury Eyes Two-Property Cap on Negative Gearing
Treasury is examining a cap limiting negative gearing to two investment properties per investor, according to government sources.
Kate Morrison 
Perplexity's 'Computer' Puts an AI in Charge of Other AIs
Perplexity has launched 'Computer', an AI agent that orchestrates other AI agents to complete complex workflows, aiming to bring order to a fast-moving space.
Oliver Pemberton 
Sydney drenched by 100mm deluge as shark warnings issued for beaches
Sydney copped up to 100mm of rain in just hours, sparking 42 swiftwater rescues and a shark warning for beaches and waterways.
Aisha Khoury 
Neighbours Accuse xAI of Trading Community Wellbeing for AI Power
xAI's gas turbines in Southaven, Mississippi are generating protests, legal threats, and a running joke about a 'Temu sound wall' that cost $7 million.
Zara Mitchell 
White supremacist disrupts Tim Wilson community event in Melbourne
The leader of a far-right group gatecrashed a Liberal Party community event hosted by Tim Wilson in Melbourne, prompting condemnation across the political spectrum.
Grace Okonkwo 
Human Remains in Tasmanian Wilderness Identified as Missing Belgian Backpacker
Tasmanian police have provisionally identified human remains found in remote wilderness as Belgian traveller Céline Cremer, missing since 2023.
Priya Narayanan 
Flying Taxis Could Be Ferrying Fans to the Brisbane 2032 Olympics
Electric air taxis may carry passengers during the Brisbane 2032 Olympics, with developers saying the technology is closer than most people think.
Patrick Donnelly 
Crichton Brushes Off Galvin Media Questions in Las Vegas
Stephen Crichton has laughed off claims the Bulldogs are keeping Lachlan Galvin away from media scrutiny during the team's Las Vegas camp.
Mitchell Tan 
Missing for 24 Years: US Mother Found Alive Then Arrested
A US woman missing for 24 years was found alive, only to be arrested days later after refusing to reconnect with her family.
Daniel Kovac 
White Supremacist Crashes Tim Wilson Forum on Respectful Society
A white supremacist disrupted a community forum hosted by Goldstein MP Tim Wilson, claiming immigration posed an existential threat to Australia.
Daniel Kovac 
Dylan Brown Eyes Knights Debut but Flags Halfback Concerns
Dylan Brown is eager to pull on the Knights jersey in Las Vegas while conceding that the move to halfback presents a genuine challenge.
Daniel Kovac 
Nathan Outteridge Joins Team Sweden to Chase Down Australia at SailGP
Australian sailing star Nathan Outteridge will compete for Team Sweden at the Sydney SailGP, putting him on a collision course with his home nation.
Zara Mitchell