Creative Australia awards Khaled Sabsabi $100,000 grant months after dumping from Venice Biennale Funding is a silver lining in a tumultuous year for the Lebanese-Australian artist from western Sydney The Guardian - AU · Oct 14, 2025
News Corp embraces fantasy genre by turning climate crisis into ‘laughable’ science fiction The National Climate Risk Assessment is attacked in the Daily Telegraph, while wind turbines became a frightening obstacle for firefighting planes and solar panels a source of mountains of landfill waste The Guardian - AU · Oct 1, 2025
Study finds singing these three songs could help treat lung disease Researchers may have found a safe and effective treatment for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and interstitial lung disease (ILD) The Independent UK · Sep 28, 2025
Singing songs by Elvis and The Beatles can help lung patients – study A new study saw patients given singing therapy in group sessions online. Evening Standard · Sep 28, 2025
‘Like being stabbed in the eye’: the risk of serious injury by police at protests is escalating, experts warn Baton rounds and flash-bang devices – so-called ‘less lethal’ tools – are part of an increasingly dangerous use of force to crack down on protests across Australia, lawyers say The Guardian - AU · Sep 26, 2025
Doing this specific type of exercise twice a week could help you sleep better, study shows — but there's a catch Experts weigh in on new study that reveals yoga could be the key to better sleep. But there's a catch Tom’s Guide · Sep 6, 2025
Expert fact checks Putin and Xi’s hot mic discussion on organ transplants Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping, were caught discussing the possibility of immortality The Independent UK · Sep 5, 2025
New research reveals how university students are really using AI Nearly half of the surveyed university students use generative artificial intelligence (AI) for feedback The Independent UK · Aug 27, 2025
Uni students are using AI to ‘ask stupid questions’ and get feedback on their work Imagine a student working on an assignment and they are stuck. Their lecturer or tutor is not available. Or maybe they feel worried about looking silly if they ask for help. So they turn to ChatGPT for feedback instead. The Conversation · Aug 27, 2025
Ex-lecturer on abuse image charges can visit Europe A former Fair Work Commissioner deputy president and university lecturer has been allowed to visit Europe while on bail accused of child abuse possession. AAP · Aug 7, 2025
What would a climate model made from music sound like? This team of artists and scientists has created one Climate modelling is spoken about often by climate scientists. These complex, computer-generated calculations enable scientists to make predictions about the climate of the future. The Conversation · Aug 5, 2025
Adani claims its export program helps contribute to sustainable energy – but experts say that’s ‘wilful disinformation’ Indian conglomerate’s claim about exporting coal and its role for developing nations is ‘meaningless sustainability waffle’ and amounts to greenwashing, one says The Guardian - AU · Jul 30, 2025
Precious finger traces from First Nations ancestors revealed in a glittering mountain cave in Australia Australia’s First Nations history stretches back many tens of thousands of years, rich in depth and diversity. The Conversation · Jul 28, 2025
Hanging up the car keys for good: the decision to stop driving is complicated, but are age-based restrictions the answer? With rules for elderly drivers under scrutiny in Victoria, experts disagree on mandatory assessments The Guardian - AU · Jul 28, 2025
The Conversation · Jun 30, 2025 Australia’s university system is ‘battered’ and ‘broken’ – a new book surveys the wreckage and offers some solutions The Australian university sector has come under considerable pressure in recent years. It is currently in a parlous state.
The Conversation · Jun 24, 2025 Video games can help trans players feel seen and safe. It all starts with design There is a comfort in finding and being yourself. Video games offer opportunities for this comfort. They allow people to exist in safe spaces, to develop community, and to explore the self – as well as the potential self.
The Independent UK · Jun 23, 2025 Fossilised log reveals secrets of 120 million-year-old polar forests The first record of termites in a polar region provides key insights into what these ancient forests were like
The Conversation · Jun 16, 2025 Ancient termite poo reveals 120 million-year-old secrets of Australia’s polar forests Imagine a lush forest with tree-ferns, their trunks capped by ribbon-like fronds. Conifers tower overhead, bearing triangular leaves almost sharp enough to pierce skin. Flowering plants are both small and rare.
The Guardian - AU · Jun 12, 2025 Monash staff say Woodside-backed climate conference highlights concerns about energy giant partnership Senior lecturer says staff and students have struggled to get answers from university leadership about arrangement
The Independent UK · Jun 2, 2025 What is retinol? The science — and risks — behind the trendy skincare ingredient Retinol skincare products promise clear, radiant and ‘youthful’ skin. But it won’t be suitable for everyone
The Independent UK · May 29, 2025 The under-researched and often misunderstood disorder that affects 1 in 8 women New research suggests changing the name of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) would improve care for 170 million women worldwide
The Guardian - AU · May 21, 2025 Khaled Sabsabi says ‘common sense has prevailed’ after Monash University allows exhibition to go ahead Flat Earth: Stolon Press, which was called off after Sabsabi was dumped as Australia’s representative at the Venice Biennale, will now open on 29 May
AAP · May 14, 2025 Be like Barbie: wear sensible shoes for your activity The shoes worn by Barbie dolls have changed over decades, but researchers say advice around wearing high heels hasn't - urging people to get with the times.
The Guardian - AU · May 13, 2025 Five vice-chancellors in Victoria paid more than $1m in 2024, prompting claims of ‘largesse’ Union says universities blaming budget deficits for job cuts while pushing executive salaries ‘into the stratosphere’
The Guardian - AU · May 10, 2025 Australia has been hesitant – but could robots soon be delivering your pizza? While there have been concerns over the safety and legal status of the technology, working models from local startups are showing its benefits