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The opposition is losing one of its most effective shadow ministers.
Alcohol stimulates a hunger for protein. And if it’s not satisfied, it persists.
There’s a crucial difference between soft power and spectacle. Early signs indicate the World Cup will offer more of the latter for Trump’s America.
It was imperative to have the post-Bondi royal commission, but the evidence to come will highlight and could even exacerbate the strains in our...
Joe Rogan calls it a ‘gimmick’ but Donald Trump says it will be ‘great for America’. Welcome to the White House UFC event.
From the middle ages on, threatening the patriarchy by displaying ambition or failing to conform to societal gender norms was taken as evidence of...
Land reasserts the Gaelic language and culture in opposition to the culture of the British colonisers, but relies on simplistic characterisations.
Queen Bona Sforza transformed royal finances and expanded a dynasty’s wealth, becoming one of the most powerful women in early modern eastern Europe.
The nature of space, time and the evolution of life on Earth mean it’s unlikely extraterrestrial life has visited our home planet.
Escalating a conflict is paradoxically one way to end it. But this strategy can be flawed, particularly in a region like the Middle East.
The government says proposed move-on orders will tackle disorder. Critics argue they risk punishing homelessness while doing little to address its...
If you’re a tiny prawn, barramundi or rare sawfish in a northern Australian gulf, you can’t easily swim south to escape the heat.
Research shows there’s more we can do to engage children during health-care appointments. Three experts explain.
This is the largest and most innovative Cartier exhibition to ever come to Australia.
Showing one product, but pairing it with the price of a different product, is common on online shopping sites. It’s not just wasting your time: it...
A massive new data centre in Sydney is the latest push in the AI boom – but a backlash is building.
What to make of the Socceroos’ World Cup squad? It says plenty about which areas produce elite players – and the regions that miss out.
Gene-edited dairy products could help farmers adapt to climate change. New research shows consumers may be willing to buy them under the right...
A new study involving 1,195 young people found found clear risks from heavier social media use on young people’s mental health.
The Albanese government latest budget has given fodder to those seeking to feed the disillusionment that is overtaking a growing number of...
The judgment allows a man who was unlawfully detained to claim compensation from the government. It’s the latest in the ongoing fallout of the...
Instead of bringing people together, the World Cup is in danger of being remembered for the climate of exclusion and fear generated by one of its host...
Punishment for a crime shouldn’t extend to denying women’s fertility when they’re released from prison. Here’s why.
Escalating a conflict is paradoxically one way to end it. But this strategy can be flawed, particularly in a region like the Middle East.
Commercial operators are launching more rockets and carrying more passengers than ever before. But international space law was written in the 1960s.
The big question now is how this new media-politics-money combination will form an effective force on the right of Australian politics.
An expanded tournament means traditionally strong nations may not all progress as far as usual at the World Cup.
Warmer winters mean insect pests like wasps will likely spread further, while weedy plants and rats invade alpine zones, shrinking the refuge for...
The big question now is how this new media-politics-money combination will form an effective force on the right of Australian politics.
It’s the largest lawsuit ever brought by the Australian government. But what is the $2 billion forever chemicals case meant to achieve?
In parliament, Tim Wilson’s performative outrage overwhelms his thinking. But on the page, he is thoughtful. Why is Jim Chalmers praising his...
‘Ultrasonic espresso’ made with cold water and high-frequency sound waves uses less energy than the traditional version – and taste tests show...
Strong, reliable winds blowing over Australia’s southern seas make offshore wind farms appealing. These winds are set to stay strong.
Chinese scientists have discovered hundreds of ancient whale carcasses deep in the Diamantina Zone off the coast of Western Australia.
Women are already less likely to access the NDIS for their disabilities than men and more likely to be carers.
From Belfast’s streets to the end of the world, Oona Doherty and Florentina Holzinger delivered some of the most arresting dance works in this...
Although recovering and reusing house materials takes more time, there can be big social and environmental benefits.
For Tolkien, any place can become “Mordor”, when the desire to benefit others turns into the will to dominate them.
NSW police will make body-worn cameras mandatory after recent controversies. But it may not solve the issues they face.
One million children are meant to receive child support each year. Proposed changes will help them in some ways, but fall short of addressing big...
If you follow child nutrition content on social media, you’re bound to be confused when it comes to giving your kids milk. Here’s what the...
Here’s what happens when a rock from space smashes into a goldfield.
The pollster also warns any move to replace Victorian premier Jacinta Allan before the November state election would be a ‘disaster’ for Labor.
A full-scale earthquake test suggests a new generation of low-carbon timber-based buildings could remain usable after major shaking.
While all eyes are on whether Elon Musk is about to become the world’s first trillionaire, there may be a hidden upside to AI giants finally facing...
It’s time to recognise climate change for what it is. A new study shows it’s a current and ongoing threat to our standard of living.
The Albanese government was criticised on its first term for not doing enough. Now that it is prescribing reform, it’s copping flak for that, too.
In the 1990s, repressed memories sparked a major scientific dispute about how trauma works. Now, the idea is back – with a twist.
There are 10 quintillion insects in the world. Here’s what to do with the ones in your house.
An Earth scientist reviews Julian Charrière’s new exhibition spanning volcanoes, glacial rocks, and humans’ short yet impactful role in...