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Three ways climate action can be more inclusive for 1.3 billion disabled people

Imagine a global political summit that shapes the future of our planet where one of the most populated countries in the world does not have a voice? This may seem unlikely, but currently 1.3 billion disabled people (nearly the population of China) do not have formal representation at policy talks…

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Investigative interviews are key to solving crimes – should AI be helping police with their inquiries?

Investigative interviewing – the process of obtaining accurate and complete accounts from victims, witnesses and suspects – is the lifeblood of the criminal justice system.

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Cracks in European unity emerge over Ukraine and security

When Donald Trump signed the memorandum of understanding (MoU) in Versailles on June 17 after the G7 summit, it dominated the headlines around the world. This is no more than you’d expect. The 60-day ceasefire, which – despite a few wobbles – appears to be largely holding in both Iran…

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Washington reflecting pool saga is just the latest example of man trying to dominate nature – and losing

US President Donald Trump’s “restoration” of the reflecting pool that stretches between the Lincoln Memorial and the Washington Monument has been dogged by questions over cost and now by the president’s claims it has been vandalised.

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How is the Australian poultry industry preparing for a possible outbreak of bird flu?

After being detected for the very first time in two seabirds in Western Australia less than a week ago, the deadly H5N1 strain of bird flu has also arrived in a second state – with a case confirmed in South Australia.

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Teal independents’ new party presents an opportunity – and a risk

Former independent MPs Zali Steggall and Allegra Spender have announced the formation of their new political party, Community Strong Australia, kicking off a 100-day consultation period.

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Flooding rains, ocean gains: how a huge Murray flood gave the sea a feast

For decades, the rivers of the Murray-Darling Basin have been heavily regulated by dams and irrigation networks. As a result, the volume of water entering the ocean is about 60% smaller than 100 years ago. But nature broke through during massive floods over the summer of 2022–23, when heavy rains…

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The Socceroos’ World Cup dream continues, as an improved performance delivers plenty of confidence

Job done. The Socceroos are through to the knockout phase of the World Cup.

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Central bank gold holdings are at a 50-year high. What’s behind the jump in reserves?

Over the past few years, central banks have been quietly buying up significant quantities of gold.

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New parents will get 6 months of government paid parental leave, but they need more than time off

From July 1, Australian families who are caring for a newborn or adopted child will be able to claim six months (26 weeks) of parental leave with superannuation.

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Struggle to pay attention? How to tweak your life to help you focus

Ding – that’s an all too familiar sound, designed to instantly capture your attention.

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The true danger of AI may lie in its reflection of us, warns Anna Goldsworthy

“Just as we always suspected”, writes musician and writer Anna Goldsworthy in her new Quarterly Essay on AI, “the god that may destroy us is the god of ourselves.” This sentence captures the core of the essay: a personal meditation on what AI reveals about humanity. She ponders not logic…

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Will NZ’s workplace safety overhaul cut red tape – or simply shift responsibility?

A bill that would overhaul New Zealand’s workplace health and safety laws has been back in the headlines this week, with protesters rallying against its second reading in Parliament.

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Most bees are solitary and don’t live in hives. Climate change risks them starving

When we think of bees, we often think of flowers. The more flowers the better, right? Well, not exactly. Like us, bees need to consume specific nutrients in suitable amounts and combinations.

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Why was the early Earth so hot? The heat wasn’t just coming from the inside

When you think about a large asteroid impact, you might imagine a moment of devastation: a violent collision, a blast of heat and debris, and then years of atmospheric disruption and damage left behind.

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Friday essay: I can’t smell – and it nearly killed me

In the winter of 1994, I stayed with my grandmother for a couple of weeks while my aunt, her full-time carer, was travelling. It wasn’t an imposition. I’d lived with my grandparents until I was eight years old, so to be back in that dim but beloved house was like…

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When celebrities talk about their prostate cancer, here’s what happens next

When high-profile figures publicly discuss their prostate cancer, the public health impact can be immediate. The media coverage raises awareness. More men may seek information or medical advice.

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The US and China are planning Moon bases. It could help improve life on Earth

The NASA Artemis program, now supported by 67 countries under the Artemis Accords, plans to return humans to the Moon by 2028. A recent White House Executive Order has gone further, directing NASA to establish a permanent lunar outpost by 2030.

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As NZ’s Chris Hipkins pursues power, what can he learn from Keir Starmer’s downfall?

When Keir Starmer stepped down as British prime minister this week, it said as much about his troubled premiership as it did about a crisis facing other social-democratic Labour parties.

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Scientists find antidepressant in the brains of sharks off the coast of Rio de Janeiro

Sertraline is one of the most widely prescribed antidepressants in the world. Global sertraline sales are expected to keep growing, projected to expand from an estimated US$1.94 billion in 2025 to approximately US$3.13 billion by 2032.

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Other nations thirst for Ukraine’s drone success — but they need a culture shift first

Ukrainian drone strikes are devastating Russian communities. The city of Sevastopol, the largest in Russian-occupied Crimea, is the latest community to be hit, losing power as Ukrainian drones strike energy facilities in the region.

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When your local reflecting pool or pond turns green with algae, don’t reach for chemicals – nature has better solutions

When the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool turned green with algae just days after a US$15 million renovation, the U.S. government scrambled for chemicals and expensive technical solutions to fix the iconic landmark.

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Call for Applications: Indigenous Affairs Editor-in-Residence — The Conversation Canada

Are you an experienced storyteller with a passion for centring Indigenous voices, histories and perspectives? Do you want to bring your editorial expertise to a prestigious, flexible residency that pairs public journalism with academic rigour?

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A healthy diet may still make a difference for people at higher risk of dementia

Brain changes that can eventually lead to dementia may begin many years before anyone notices symptoms such as memory problems, missed appointments or difficulty finding words.

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Universities have a vital role to play in tackling climate change

Governments, corporations and other institutions must all play constructive roles in mitigating the impacts of climate change. Universities, too, can and must help with that effort.

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