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Shutting down federal bee labs threatens bees, beekeepers and the US food system

America’s bees and beekeepers are losing a valuable ally just when they need its help most.

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How natural selection helps design antennas, cancer treatments and adhesives

NASA had a big – and little – problem. For a small satellite, the agency needed a tiny antenna, with very specific communication capabilities and very strict limits on size and weight. The agency gave the problem to a design team adept at simulating the way natural selection engineers solutions.

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Beyond Anglo-Saxons, Celts and Vikings: DNA uncovers a dynamic history of migration to Britain

Each of us tells a story about who we are, often tracing our identity back through an imagined line of ancestors. Though identity is fundamentally cultural, we tend to anchor it in biology – in the idea of a stable genetic inheritance passed down through generations.

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How will teachers handle bullying? South African study finds they’re ill-prepared

Bullying is a widespread global problem, with extensive research across countries showing that no school is immune. In South Africa, the scale is particularly concerning, with studies indicating that between a fifth and over half of learners have experienced or witnessed school violence.

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They ‘showed me a lot of love’: why young men seeking belonging join gangs

The government has published plans for “once-in-a-generation” reform of youth justice in England and Wales. The reforms are billed as a blueprint for earlier intervention, more targeted support and addressing the root causes of youth crime.

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Heatwaves are destroying the sex lives of bees – new research

There is not yet much research on the effects of heatwaves on bees. What little there is focuses on super extremes of weather that would kill an adult bee.

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Why humans care so much about body odour, and what it really tells us

Humans spend a great deal of time trying to smell good. We wash, deodorise and perfume our bodies daily, suggesting body odour must matter. Yet scientifically, the picture is far less straightforward.

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Can you own a voice? Taylor Swift’s latest legal move raises big questions for AI and copyright

Taylor Swift has filed a trademark application covering her voice and stage image. It includes a photo of her performing in her distinctive bejewelled Eras Tour bodysuit and two voice recordings: “Hey, it’s Taylor” and “Hey, it’s Taylor Swift.”

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Independent MPs are considering forming a party. The money helps explain why

Federal independent MPs have been in discussions about forming a political party. The irony won’t be lost on some in the Liberal Party, who have long argued the Teal independents already look and act like one.

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Why are retail power prices finally falling?

Renewables and energy storage were pitched as a way to drive down power prices. But the hidden costs of the clean energy transition mean lower prices haven’t fully eventuated.

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How to encourage a friend to get therapy (without blowing up your friendship)

You’re trying to be a supportive, empathetic friend. You listen as they outline significant challenges in their life. Maybe they’re feeling low or stressed, or there’s tension at home or in relationships.

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From purling to puzzles, these hobbies could reduce your dementia risk

Dementia is now the leading cause of death in Australia.

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An AI solution to an 80-year-old problem has shocked mathematicians

Last week, OpenAI shocked the mathematical community by revealing that one of its internal artificial intelligence (AI) models had found a counterexample to a famous conjecture made by legendary Hungarian mathematician Paul Erdős in 1946.

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Is Beijing the world’s ‘living room’? China is enjoying the global stage, but there are limits to its influence

In recent weeks, the back-to-back state visits to Beijing by Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump have put China in the global spotlight.

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Cricket and soccer are Australian sporting giants. How can they be struggling financially?

Cricket and soccer are two of, if not the biggest national sporting codes in Australia.

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This election year budget is a political tightrope walk for Willis and National

An election year budget is a government’s pitch for reelection. For opposition parties, it’s a chance to make their case for change.

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Entanglement injuries cause prolonged suffering for whales and dolphins – early intervention is crucial

When a humpback whale became entangled in a craypot line off Kaikōura last week, witnesses described it thrashing in distress for ten minutes before eventually freeing itself.

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Pope Leo warns of AI’s risks to humanity in his first encyclical

Pope Leo XIV has just declared artificial intelligence one of the defining moral challenges of our time, in his first encyclical: a formal letter intended to guide moral, social and theological thought. Titled Magnifica Humanitas (Magnificent Humanity), it argues technology must serve humanity, rather than concentrate power or weaken human…

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Thousands of sheep and cows die in trucks and saleyards every year. They need better protection

When a semi-trailer burst into flames on a highway in northern New South Wales earlier this month, it wasn’t only the driver who had to flee for his life.

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In a tight NZ budget, will money go where it’s needed most – or to political priorities?

As New Zealand’s budget day looms closer, the government has already revealed one important figure – NZ$2.1 billion – that offers an insight into its approach to spending this year.

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Every day, we publish a selection of your emails in our newsletter. We’d love to hear from you, you can email us at yoursay@theconversation.edu.au.

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How did we learn which plants are safe to eat? 2 food scientists explain

Have you ever eaten a green potato, or a bunch of rhubarb leaves?

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Reddit short stories are popular in Hollywood – joining a long trend. Here are 5 of the best short stories on film

Short stories published on Reddit have been selling for lucrative amounts to studios like Warner Bros, Amazon MGM and Netflix. It seems there’s no need to write a full screenplay: a few thousand words in a short story could be enough to kick start a Hollywood dream.

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Need a doctor or nurse after hours? How to get virtual or in-person care in Australia – including for free

If you or someone you’re caring for has a medical emergency, visit your nearest emergency department or call 000.

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Why are people obsessed with (and stealing) Pokemon cards again?

In 1973, Japanese food company Calbee started attaching free collectable baseball player cards to its potato chip packets (and continues to do so today). It was mimicking a trend that had already taken off in tobacco markets in Japan and overseas. Baseball, Japan’s national sport, was an obvious choice for…

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