New cost of living data for September 15 reveal retiree outlays rose as electricity and insurance prices rose. Close to half of Australians living in share accommodation are at least 40 years old. Global fuel price spikes sparked demonstrations in several countries. In Syria, price hikes caused the widest demonstrations since Assad fell.

Australia is experiencing economic stress amid the breakdown of global trade rules, according to Nine.com.au. A Guardian report said the Iran war cost the United States $38 billion and drained its missile reserves.