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To feel lonely is to be human: here’s how to handle it at Christmas

Christmas is often considered a time of connection, warmth and belonging. That’s the script, anyway. But for many people, the reality feels different; isolating, emotionally weighted and filled with comparisons that sting.

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How Europe’s new carbon tax on imported goods will change global trade – and our shopping habits

For people living in the EU, the price of their next car, home renovation and even local produce may soon reflect a climate policy that many have never even heard of. This new regulation, which comes fully into force on New Year’s Day, does not just target heavy industry –…

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People with personality disorders often use language differently – our research reveals how

Is it possible to spot personality dysfunction from someone’s everyday word use? My colleagues and I have conducted research that suggests you can, and often sooner than you might expect.

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Bird flu warnings are being ignored. I’ve seen this pattern before

There’s an unwritten rule in publishing, or so I’ve been told: don’t write about COVID. Our collective attention span has been saturated by those endless months holed up in attics and cramped corners of apartments, staring out at a world we could no longer take part in. When the worst…

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South Korea, Taiwan and Vietnam show that economic statecraft is not just the preserve of great powers

Make American shipbuilding great again (Masga) may sound like an effort by the US to bolster its economic strength and project power internationally, but Masga is not an American policy. It is a South Korean initiative that emerged following trade talks with the US in June.

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Why public views of terrorism don’t match the evidence, and what the government needs to do to keep people safe

The mass shooting during Hanukkah in Bondi Beach is a horrific reminder that contemporary terrorism can affect the places where we meet others, shop, celebrate and conduct our daily lives. However, our research suggests that what the UK public fears and assumes about terrorism threats is quite different from reality.

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The 12 ways Christmas wrecks your sleep – and how to fix it

Christmas is supposed to be restful, yet somehow it ends up being one of the worst times of year for sleep. Between late nights, travel, one too many eggnogs and all that excitement, your sleep schedule doesn’t stand a chance – and neither does your mood, safety or health. Here…

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Christmas food poisoning and how to avoid it – by a microbiologist

Food poisoning affects millions of people in the UK every year, and the risk rises during the Christmas period. Large family meals, raw poultry, packed fridges and buffet food all increase the chances of contamination.

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Christmas Comes to Moominvalley: a magical show that honours Tove Jansson and her creations

Christmas can be a bit of a performance. It often involves harassed people doing a lot. But for many of us, alongside all the stressful preparations, it will include some kind of theatre visit, whether a panto, musical or ballet, such as The Nutcracker.

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Jane Austen celebrated Christmas with dancing, dinner parties and dangerous games

Would you dare to play Snapdragon and pluck a flaming raisin from a fiery bowl of brandy? Or don the costume of a comedic character on Twelfth Night? Jane Austen certainly would have – and did.

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Grattan on Friday: Anthony Albanese is forced into policy catch up after Bondi atrocity

In an extraordinary personal censure, Australia’s Jewish community effectively denied Anthony Albanese the role of being the nation’s chief public mourner in this week of national tragedy.

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Marriage and migration: what happens when men return to the family home in Botswana

The history of labour migration in Botswana can be linked to the discovery of gold and diamonds in South Africa in the late 19th century. South Africa needed cheap labour, and men from neighbouring territories were pulled into the workforce as unskilled or semi-skilled workers in mines, factories, kitchens and…

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Hallyu! rides the Korean wave. It’s a fun exhibition with depth – but misses the Australian story

As a K-drama tragic I have long wondered what qualities it has that make me marvel so. K-drama and K-pop are the clearest manifestations of the Korean cultural wave sweeping the world, but it also includes fashion, food, beauty, film, art, webtoons and more – culture in all its forms.

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Olivia Nuzzi didn’t report what she knew about RFK Jr – could she have stopped his rise?

In the ten months since his confirmation as United States Health Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr has regularly made headlines. Last month, he instructed the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to abandon its official position that vaccines do not cause autism.

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Albanese announces new crackdown on hate, in sweeping initiatives to combat antisemitism

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a suite of legislative and other action to combat antisemitism including new measures against hate speech and extra power to reject visas.

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How much does it cost to end rough sleeping? An Australian-first study may have just found out

Homelessness is a growing issue in Australia.

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How misreading Google Trends is fuelling Bondi attack conspiracy theories

In the wake of Sunday’s tragic Bondi shooting, conspiracy theories and deliberate misinformation have spread on social media.

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Don’t talk – listen. Why communities affected by forever chemicals in water must be heard

Until recently, Australia’s efforts to tackle “forever chemical” pollution focused on highly polluted firefighting and defence sites.

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Will the Australian dollar keep rising in 2026? 3 factors to watch in the new year

After several years of steadily declining, the Australian dollar staged a meaningful recovery in 2025, culminating in a two-cent rally over the past month.

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Why does my hip hurt? Hip pain can have many causes and mostly doesn’t require surgery

You can feel hip pain at any stage of life, including childhood, young adulthood and the middle years.

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What is the BRICS ‘UNIT’ – and could it really challenge the US dollar?

At a major summit in Russia last year, a banknote was unveiled that carried more symbolism than monetary value.

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Healthy habits and the holiday season: Tips for families to navigate eating, physical activity and sleep

The holiday season is a time of exciting activities, family get-togethers and a time away from the normal work and school routine. As a result, your family, like many others, may feel like your usual routines are lost in the holiday hustle. Possible disruptions that can affect well-being and cause…

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Karoline Leavitt’s White House briefing doublethink is straight out of Orwell’s ‘1984’

During a press conference on Dec. 11, 2025, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt announced there was good news on the state of the economy.

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Can Urgent Care Clinics actually take pressure off hospitals? Yes, but they’re not the only way

When we’re acutely ill or injured, we want to be able to quickly access care in Australia’s hospital emergency departments (EDs). But more of us are seeking care in EDs. This went from 7.4 million in 2014–15 to 9.1 million in 2024–25. And the system is struggling to cope.

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Not sure you picked the right uni or TAFE course? 6 ways to help you think it through

For the class of 2025, exams are done and results are coming in. Attention is turning to plans for next year.

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