The Daily Brisbane: 2026-07-18

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Top stories

1. What your sleep schedule says about what you eat, and how it affects your body

   The study analysed data from nearly 300 women and assessed if they were night owls or early birds.

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2. Prime minister is right to pump the brakes on data centres

   The development of massive data centres is causing unease and needs deft manoeuvring to avoid public disillusionment.

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3. ‘Wouldn’t have been my choice’: Farage praises Hanson, but breaks with her on right-wing podcast

   Reform UK leader Nigel Farage said Pauline Hanson was “quite remarkable”, but took issue with her decision to sit down for a podcast with far-right activist Tommy Robinson.

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4. Matthew Knights seemed lost to footy. These people helped bring him back

   The former Essendon coach has rebuilt his career in Tasmania with help of three club chief executives.

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5. Sluggish salary? Why your recent ‘pay rise’ might not feel like one

   Months of inflationary pressures are making it hard for salaries to keep up with the cost of everyday life, and there’s little respite on the horizon.

   brisbanetimes.com.au

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