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“Urban form” and the housing crisis: Can streets and buildings make a neighbourhood more affordable? The secret world of earthworms: meet the tiger worm and the nightcrawler Curb Your Enthusiasm bows out after 24 years – or does it? Venezuela: why Maduro is ramping up his attack on free speech Not all young trans people want medical intervention – what is social transitioning, and how should schools handle it? Man who caught virus from a monkey in a critical condition – B virus explained The US is losing access to its bases in Niger − here’s why that’s a big deal Foundations are using so many confusing words that few people can figure out what they’re doing Exploding stars send out powerful bursts of energy − I’m leading a citizen scientist project to classify and learn about these bright flashes Drugs that aren’t antibiotics can also kill bacteria − new method pinpoints how Deepfake detection improves when using algorithms that are more aware of demographic diversity In the age of cancel culture, shaming can be healthy for online communities – a political scientist explains when and how Indian protesters pull from poetic tradition to resist Modi’s Hindu nationalism Grizzly bear conservation is as much about human relationships as it is the animals More climate-warming methane leaks into the atmosphere than ever gets reported – here’s how satellites can find the leaks and avoid wasting a valuable resource Supreme Court to consider whether local governments can make it a crime to sleep outside if no inside space is available Critical minerals receive multi-million dollar support under Future Made in Australia policy Kenya’s shilling is gaining value, but don’t expect it to last - expert West Africa’s fashion designers are world leaders when it comes to producing sustainable clothes Development finance: how it works, where it goes, why it’s needed South African study shows the power of sharing daily experiences for teachers to learn how to include all learners Democratizing elections: The Supreme Court of India’s landmark verdict on Electoral Bonds Why is the Sydney church stabbing an act of terrorism, but the Bondi tragedy isn’t? After a second knife attack in Sydney, how can parents talk to their kids and help them feel safe? A timer can shorten your shower even when you have no incentive to save water – new study Rihanna’s religious imagery is a protest against feminine ideals of respectability and decency Water theft laws and penalties in the Murray-Darling Basin are a dog’s breakfast. Here’s how we can fix them Italy: Imminent court decision on Iuventa crew in final preliminary hearing How are India’s new-age influencers shaping the electoral game? Pharmacists should be able to dispense nicotine vapes without a prescription. Here’s why How the Lehrmann v Channel 10 defamation case shone an unflattering light on commercial news gathering Masses of scalloped hammerheads have returned to one of Australia’s busiest beaches. But we don’t need to panic Tajikistan: EU States, Turkey Should Not Return Dissidents Read, sing, dance and funny faces: expert tips on how you can help your baby’s development through play Tajikistan: EU States, Turkey Should Not Return Dissidents As China’s influence on Pacific media intensifies, Australia can’t afford to lose the region’s trust From forced kisses to power imbalances, violence against women in sport is endemic Stuck in fight-or-flight mode? 5 ways to complete the ‘stress cycle’ and avoid burnout or depression 5 reasons why the Fast-track Approvals Bill threatens NZ’s already fragile ecosystems For 600 years the Voynich manuscript has remained a mystery. Now we think it’s partly about sex Can AI read our minds? Probably not, but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t be worried Family of transgender child talks about problems and support in Moldova Does ‘virtue signaling’ pay off for entrepreneurs? We studied 81,799 Airbnb listings to find out What happens when I stop taking a drug like Ozempic or Mounjaro? With democracy under threat in Narendra Modi’s India, how free and fair will this year’s election be? Our research suggests eating an unhealthy breakfast could have a similar effect on your child’s school day as having nothing at all Bri Lee’s and Louise Milligan’s predictable first novels combine noughties feminist politics with the swagger of 80s bonkbusters How a global crisis, drift racing and Memphis hip-hop gave us phonk – the music of the TikTok generation Can playing Tetris help prevent PTSD if you’ve witnessed something traumatic? Climate change is causing marine ‘coldwaves’ too, killing wildlife How self-compassion can help activists deal with stress Have New Zealanders really been ‘misled’ about AUKUS, or is involvement now a foregone conclusion? Obstetric and gynecological violence: Empowering patients to recognize and prevent it Journalism students see an industry in crisis. It’s time to talk about it Let youth lead, urges new advocacy campaign Gaza war: Iran’s attack on Israel has brought Washington back on side – for now Chewing gum has been linked to better diets – but it’s no way to improve your health East Africa’s ‘soda lakes’ are rising, threatening their iconic flamingos Four rising Welsh music acts to set your playlist ablaze Enzo Mari at the Design Museum explores how the giant of Italian design saw his work as a political act Whales and dolphins now have legal personhood in the Pacific – but one treaty won’t be enough to protect them Why robots can be culturally insensitive – and how scientists are trying to fix it Leaving the European convention on human rights won’t stop the boats – but it will create other problems for the UK Space exploration is not a luxury, it’s a necessity Canada’s Arctic defence policy update: All flash, no bang Fisherwomen champion gender justice through theatre at Climate Justice Camp Caribbean Family of trasngender child talks about problems and support in Moldova Women’s rugby and brain injuries – the painful cost of gender equality Trump’s New York felony charges are going to trial – what the images might show when the business fraud case kicks off How the pandemic deepened an existing wellbeing crisis in headteaching – new research Tanzanians go to the polls in 2025: President Samia has changed the landscape, but Magufuli’s legacy persists Beyond images of war: Sammy Baloji’s work captures DR Congo’s vibrant arts and culture, challenging western views Digital textbooks expand learning for engineering students - South African study Read, sing, dance and make funny faces: how play can help your baby’s development ‘Transformative change’: idea will be key in fight for climate and wildlife Americas: States must commit to ending violence against environmental defenders Justa Libertad: A Movement to Decriminalize Abortion in Ecuador Saudi Arabia: Free Award-Winning Activist Rideshare giant Ola has abruptly exited the Australian market. What does this mean for the future of ridesharing? How logic alone may prove that time doesn’t exist Women’s rugby and brain injuries - the painful cost of gender equality Five tips to help you start new hobbies in retirement From thousands to millions to billions to trillions to quadrillions and beyond: Do numbers ever end? Human brains and fruit fly brains are built similarly – visualizing how helps researchers better understand how both work Marijuana tax revenues fall short of projections in many states, including Colorado Does ‘virtue signaling’ pay off for entrepreneurs? We studied 80,000 Airbnb listings to find out Rural counties increasingly rely on prisons to provide firefighters and EMTs who work for free, but the inmates have little protection or future job prospects Taylor Swift’s homage to Clara Bow 5 questions schools and universities should ask before they purchase AI tech products 4 reasons the practice of canceling weakens higher education Why Iran’s failed attack on Israel may well turn out to be a strategic success Germany’s turning point: 2 years into strategic pivot, progress made bodes well for the US, NATO and the world Arif: “We want to give Sudanese people the information they need to build a better life.” Elaf: “We didn’t see this coming, we lost everything.” Moscow photographer captures the capital in military frenzy Reptiles in South Africa are under threat – but there’s good news too My Sudan Brazil: Reject Bill That Entrenches Failed Drug Policy Abu Ghraib Torture Case Finally Goes to Trial Germany: Scholz Should Stand Firm on Rights in China Sydney attacker had ‘mental health issues’ but most people with mental illness aren’t violent Judge finds Bruce Lehrmann raped Brittany Higgins and dismisses Network 10 defamation case. How did it play out? We found three new species of extinct giant kangaroo – and we don’t know why they died out when their cousins survived Australia now has a $70 ‘shadow price’ on carbon emissions. Here’s why we won’t see a real price any time soon Women, peace and security initiatives should matter to all Canadians More adults are being diagnosed as neurodivergent. Here’s how employers can help in the workplace Digital ‘death knocks’: is it fair game for journalists to mine social media profiles of victims and their families? Something borrowed, something Bluey: why we love a TV wedding Crisis communication saves lives – but people with disability often aren’t given the message Nigeria: Government must halt Shell’s sale of its Niger Delta business unless human rights are fully protected After Iran’s attack on Israel, is a devastating regional war next? Shadow war no more: Hostilities between Israel and Iran have strayed into direct warfare – is there any going back? The big dry: forests and shrublands are dying in parched Western Australia Our research has found a way to help the teacher shortage and boost student learning Rogue waves in the ocean are much more common than anyone suspected, says new study Darwin Dingoes, Canberra Capitals, Cairns Crocodiles? Weighing up the options for the AFL’s 20th team An education in music makes you a better employee. Are recruiters in tune? In a time of information overload, enigmatic philosopher Byung-Chul Han seeks the re-enchantment of the world What if whales took us to court? A move to grant them legal personhood would include the right to sue Why are blooper reels so funny? The Alberta government is interfering in public sector bargaining on an unprecedented scale Why women, peace and security initiatives should matter to all Canadians NYT Connections: Tips to improve your game through the science of semantic memory Is attachment theory actually important for romantic relationships? Jim Chalmers seeks to allay fears industry policy will be financial ‘free-for-all’ Iran’s unprecedented attack on Israel was a strategic miscalculation. Can all-out war now be averted? Sydneysiders witnessed horrific scenes on Saturday. How do you process and recover from such an event? Tutu Puoane: the South African singer on creating her new album out of Lebo Mashile’s poetry Burundi-Rwanda rivalry: RED-Tabara rebel attacks add to regional tensions South Africa’s Constitutional Court at 30: a solid foundation but cracks are showing First Person: ‘I no longer amount to anything’ – Voices of the displaced in Haiti As Australia reels from the Bondi attack, such mass murder incidents remain rare Scrap the West Australian GST deal set to cost $40 billion – leading economists Nigeria: Decade after Boko Haram attack on Chibok, 82 girls still in captivity Getting to know Cllare Chevry of Quairìlhaons: A Q&A with a Romance Lothringian language activist Sudan: One Year of Atrocities Requires New Global Approach Belarus Calls LGBT Lives ‘Pornography’ The role of language in perpetuating sexual violence in Uganda ‘I’m not black, I’m O.J.’: What O.J. Simpson’s life showed about transcending race and being trapped by it Psychedelics could make mental health worse in people with a personality disorder Victorian London was a city in flux: architectural models helped the public visualise the changes The great tits in this Oxford wood are adapting their breeding times as climate changes – here’s how The idea that US interest rates will stay higher for longer is probably wrong Gaza war: Israel using AI to identify human targets raising fears that innocents are being caught in the net Russia/Ukraine: Russian attacks causing catastrophic damage to critical energy infrastructure in Ukraine Germany: Landmark Vote for Trans Rights Law Africa’s wildebeest: those that can’t migrate are becoming genetically weaker – new study El Niño drought leaves Zimbabwe’s Lake Kariba only 13% full: a disaster for people and wildlife What are the EU’s new migration rules, and why did they take so long to pass? The Conversation’s Curious Kids – new podcast where kids get answers direct from experts Medieval Europe was far from democratic, but that didn’t mean tyrants got a free pass Nitazenes found in 5 overdose deaths in Philly – here’s what they are and why they’re so deadly The unfinished business of John F. Kennedy’s vision for world peace A monumental case, unfolding in a court of law and a court of public opinion – Trump goes on trial A young Black scientist discovered a pivotal leprosy treatment in the 1920s − but an older colleague took the credit Colorado is latest state to try turning off the electrical grid to prevent wildfires − a complex, technical operation pioneered in California The South’s aging water infrastructure is getting pounded by climate change – fixing it is also a struggle Has the media learned anything since the O.J. Simpson trial? The hidden risk of letting AI decide – losing the skills to choose for ourselves AI chatbots are bad at planning, but this could soon change Russ Cook: what running across Africa does to the human body Landmark US prosecution of parents for son’s shooting of students creates legal precedent – an expert explains Save our seabed – the bottom of the ocean needs to become a top priority, and the UN agrees The power of POV: five films that put you in the shoes of otherwise unrelatable characters “A rubber bullet cost me an eye at a protest, but I am still protesting” Poland: Vote is a significant step towards providing access to safe and legal abortion Germany’s Antisemitism Battle Needs Focus on Education View from The Hill: Danielle Wood pricks Albanese’s industry policy balloon – but leaves him with good advice Is the shine coming off Japan’s bullet trains? Byron’s letters reveal the real queer love and loss that inspired his poetry Sudan: One year since conflict began, response from international community remains woefully inadequate Australia’s live music crisis is essentially a crisis of confidence. How could we bring it back? Murray Valley encephalitis: summer is over but mosquito-borne disease remains a risk in northern Australia Trillions of tonnes of carbon locked in soil has been left out of environmental models – and it’s on the move Mali: Junta Suspends Political Parties, Associations Ethiopia: Merawi killings should be independently investigated City planners love infill development. So why are cities struggling with it, and how can they do better? Green economy summit: how can Australia get more from its relationship with Vietnam? No, beetroot isn’t vegetable Viagra. But here’s what else it can do The politics of recognition: Australia and the question of Palestinian statehood Tickle vs Giggle: in a world where transgender people are under attack, this is a test case for Australia Australia is playing catch-up with the Future Made in Australia Act. Will it be enough? Grant Robertson is swapping cabinet for academia – but should ex-politicians lead universities? The Petrov affair: how a real-life Cold War defection became a soothing spy story for anxious Australians Friday essay: ‘too many Aboriginal babies’ – Australia’s secret history of Aboriginal population control in the 1960s Half a million more Australians on welfare? Not unless you double-count Foy & Gibson’s 8,100,000 miles of yarn: how Australians were sold ‘fashionable’ (and ‘healthy’) wool 100 years ago Despite what you might hear, weather prediction is getting better, not worse Choice and control: are whitegoods disability supports? Here’s what proposed NDIS reforms say It’s common to ‘stream’ maths classes. But grouping students by ability can lead to ‘massive disadvantage’ The war in Gaza risks pulling in Hezbollah and Lebanon Advancing the rights of girls and women promotes justice and is also effective climate action The art of musical tribute, including Maestro Fresh Wes hip hop sampling, moved fans during Junos 2024 Older Swiss women just set a global legal precedent for challenging their nation’s climate change policy Ukraine war: Russia’s devastating use of Soviet-era ‘glide bombs’ shows how urgently Kyiv needs air defence systems Could Israel’s strike against the Iranian embassy in Damascus escalate into a wider regional war? Expert Q&A What millennials and gen Z professionals need to know about developing a meaningful career The triumph of vinyl: Vintage is back as LP sales continue to skyrocket Ukraine recap: Russia intensifies its air war as Kyiv begs for western military aid The federal government’s proposed AI legislation misses the mark on protecting Canadians Taxes are due even if you object to government policies or doubt the validity of the 16th Amendment’s ratification How Iran responds to Damascus attack could determine trajectory of conflict in the Middle East How jurors will be selected in Trump’s legal cases - a criminal law expert explains Swifts need more nest boxes but that alone won’t be enough – here’s why India elections: ‘Our rule of law is under attack from our own government, but the world does not see this’ Technology makes it easy for lawyers to work across borders: regulations should too Ghanaians love rice – how smallholder farmers could harvest more of it with the help of machines Rwanda genocide: 30 years on, why Tutsis are at the centre of DR Congo’s conflict South Africa’s first election was saved by a Kenyan: the fascinating story of Washington Okumu, the accidental mediator New government guidance for PE lets teachers and pupils down Ukraine war: battlefield tipping in Russia’s favour as Kyiv begs allies for more arms Sleep quality, circadian rhythm and metabolism differ in women and men – new review reveals this could affect disease risk How the national living wage helps the UK’s poorest households: new research How a brawl in 18th-century Constantinople changed what we know about the Vikings Asylum seekers from Gaza and Sudan face prejudiced policies and bureaucratic hurdles Apple threat notifications: What they mean and what you can do Peter Higgs was one of the greats of particle physics. He transformed what we know about the building blocks of the universe After the euphoria of Nelson Mandela’s election, what happened next? Podcast Personalized cancer treatments based on testing drugs quickly leads to faster treatment, better outcomes Grattan on Friday: Albanese government can’t be accused of excessive caution any longer Back to Black: Amy Winehouse biopic reviewed by an alcohol expert Inside the global arms industry: what a secretive London trade fair reveals about international weapons sales Eye infections might seem like a minor complaint – but in some cases they can cause blindness and even death Elephant tourism often involves cruelty – here are steps toward more humane, animal-friendly excursions Domestic violence survivors seek homeless services from a system that often leaves them homeless I spent a decade helping Afghan girls make educational progress − and now the Taliban are using these 3 reasons to keep them out of school A criminal law scholar explains how jurors are selected in cases that involve Donald Trump Starbucks seeks Supreme Court protection from being ordered to rehire baristas who say they were fired for union-promoting activities The backlash against diversity, equity and inclusion in business is in full force − but myths obscure the real value of DEI Swifts need more nest boxes but that alone won’t be enough - here’s why Global: Apple threat notifications: What they mean and what you can do How hybrid work is reinventing management Jordan: Stop cracking down on pro-Gaza protests and release those charged for exercising their freedoms of assembly and expression Global Failures on Healthcare Funding France: Groups Seek UN Intervention to Address Racial Profiling Nigeria: 10 Years After Chibok, Schoolchildren Still at Risk Authorities severely restrict public freedoms in Jordan Surgery won’t fix my chronic back pain, so what will? Once enemies, Japan and US strengthen their alliance – and it goes beyond AUKUS Why an intention to conserve an area for only 25 years should not count for Australia’s target of protecting 30% of land Israel accused of using AI to target thousands in Gaza, as killer algorithms outpace international law Late Night with the Devil is a sly, gleefully horrifying Aussie hit that invites you to be hypnotised Politics with Michelle Grattan: Josh Burns on being a Jewish MP during a terrible conflict Thailand: Halt Forced Returns to Myanmar From RSV to meningococcal B, we must ensure equitable access to childhood immunisations How much sport will you be able to watch for free under proposed new Australian broadcast rules? If you squat in a vacant property, does the law give you the house for free? Well, sort of How to promote access to safe abortion services for Afrodescendant women in Colombia The past in a different light: how Māori embraced – and rejected – the colonial camera lens Newly discovered genetic variant that causes Parkinson’s disease clarifies why the condition develops and how to halt it UK/USA: Julian Assange’s five-year imprisonment in the UK is unacceptable Greek Court Deems Surveillance Powers Unconstitutional How the Maduro government pays to promote propaganda and disinformation in Venezuela An economist explains: Textbook economics is badly flawed when it comes to climate change PFAS ‘forever chemicals’: Why EPA set federal drinking water limits for these health-harming contaminants Why moving to the right could be wrong for Dutton and the Coalition Why some of British Columbia’s kelp forests are in more danger than others China has finally removed crushing tariffs on Australian wine. But re-establishing ourselves in the market won’t be easy Bruce Pascoe’s Black Duck is a ‘healing and necessary’ account of a year on his farm, following a difficult decade after Dark Emu No, taking drugs like Ozempic isn’t ‘cheating’ at weight loss or the ‘easy way out’ NZ’s mental healthcare is in crisis – but research shows us how to shorten wait times and keep staff The heat is on: what we know about why ocean temperatures keep smashing records ‘Watch the ball!’: here’s why some sideline remarks are probably less helpful to your kids than you think Roads of destruction: we found vast numbers of illegal ‘ghost roads’ used to crack open pristine rainforest ‘It doesn’t matter where you come from’: regional youth orchestras help fight music education inequality Shifts in how sex and gender identity are defined may alter human rights protections: Canadians deserve to know how and why Young people are getting unhappier – a lack of childhood freedom and independence may be partly to blame Most countries do not take a fair share of refugees – here’s how we could incentivise them ‘Pretty privilege’: attractive people considered more trustworthy, research confirms A landslide forced me from my home – and I experienced our failure to deal with climate change at first hand Stop asking me if I’ve tried keto: Why weight stigma is more than just being mean to fat people From side hustles to sleeping streams: The truth behind the passive income hype How ‘white’ fragility perpetuates anti-Black racism in Arab societies Infections after surgery are more likely due to bacteria already on your skin than from microbes in the hospital − new research EU: Vote to adopt the Migration and Asylum Pact ‘a missed opportunity’ What happened to Nelson Mandela’s South Africa? A new podcast series marks 30 years of post-apartheid democracy Is this the dawn of a new era in women’s sports? Using research to solve societal problems starts with building connections and making space for young people Trump pushes the limits of every restriction he faces – including threatening judges and their families Talking to Americans reveals the diversity behind the shared opinion ‘the country is on the wrong track’ House of Representatives holds off on Ukraine aid package − here’s why the US has a lot at stake in supporting Ukraine New York City greenlights congestion pricing – here’s how this toll plan is expected to improve traffic, air quality and public transit Bollywood is playing a large supporting role in India’s elections Anthony Albanese puts interventionist industry policy at the centre of his budget agenda Clairmont tells the story of the woman Byron cast aside Don’t trust politicians? That may not be such a bad thing Meet J.A. Baker – the influential nature writer you’ve probably never heard of Pubic hair: beyond brazilians, more than manscaping How your vision can predict dementia 12 years before it is diagnosed – new study Olympic Games 2024: France faces serious hurdles in the race to create a meaningful legacy South Africa is short of academic statisticians: why and what can be done How to keep your music career going: 3 tips from a Ghanaian star Fossil beetles found in a Botswana diamond mine help us to reconstruct the distant past African wild dogs will soon have their own sperm bank – how artificial breeding will help them survive How the ‘Mexican miracle’ kickstarted the modern US–Mexico drugs trade Why so few witches were executed in Wales in the middle ages Ecuador: raid on Mexican embassy draws international criticism – but President Noboa hopes voters approve How have China and Russia beefed up their relationship after Ukraine war wobble? Expert Q&A Amnesty International hosts Global Youth Summit on Digital Rights in Buenos Aires, Argentina Deep historical links complicate Taiwan's relationship with Myanmar Taiwan's language diversity in danger of erosion To understand the risks posed by AI, follow the money Thailand: Court Ruling Could Subvert Democratic Rule With only two years on the contract, incoming Australian Defence Force Chief David Johnston has a lot of work to do Tougher merger laws will boost competition and improve performance and productivity Could a video game developer win the Nobel Prize for Literature? What did Roman wine taste like? Much better than previously thought, according to new research Drinking apple cider vinegar may help with weight loss but its health benefits are overstated Albanese government has ‘irreparably damaged’ Australia’s relations with Israel: Peter Dutton Ten years on: The women of Chibok speak out Evidence doesn’t support spinal cord stimulators for chronic back pain – and they could cause harm Hong Kong’s role in illegal deforestation of the Amazon rainforest in Brazil Texas Constructing Massive Anti-Migrant Military Base Indian Court, Finding Lack of Evidence, Grants Bail to Activist Myanmar: Military Forcibly Recruiting Rohingya Thailand: Court Ruling Could Subvert Democratic Rule What is biophilic design? 3 ways ‘green’ buildings work better for neurodivergent people Adelaide is losing 75,000 trees a year. Tree-removal laws must be tightened if we want our cities to be liveable and green Supermarkets need to change the way they operate in Australia. But how do we get them to do this? Texas Constructing Massive Anti-Migrant Military Base The domination of private interests presents a risk to the long-term health of the Bay of Fundy Global: Dow shareholders must help ensure justice for victims of Bhopal disaster Are embassies off-limits? Ecuadorian and Israeli actions suggest otherwise − and that sets a dangerous diplomatic precedent Immigrant workers save aging economies but face financial struggles in their own senior years NZ’s government is relying on executive power to govern – that’s not how MMP was meant to work The Dutch are aiming to quarantine populism. Should the rest of the world follow suit? Drugs like Ozempic won’t ‘cure’ obesity but they might make us more fat-phobic No cash, no play? Have cost-of-living pressures impacted sports participation in Australia? The limits of ice: what a 19th century expedition trapped in sea ice for a year tells us about Antarctica’s future Aboriginal people made pottery and sailed to distant offshore islands thousands of years before Europeans arrived We have a new way of looking at data that shows what’s working for Indigenous school kids and what isn’t Quiet on Set highlights how we don’t keep child stars safe – in Hollywood or online The End of the Morning: Charmian Clift’s taut, intimate, unfinished novel feels like a slightly broken book Ten years of Russian occupation in Ukraine: Lives disrupted by war Body armour made from silk is being developed – but this apparently cutting-edge idea is centuries old Nine out of 10 kids are not developmentally on track in literacy and numeracy – study of 8 African countries West Africa’s falling fish stocks: illegal Chinese trawlers, climate change and artisanal fishing fleets to blame Tiny weevils are waging war on the invasive water lettuce plant choking South Africa’s Vaal River Oil bosses call phasing out fossil fuels a ‘fantasy’ – but an international agreement is plausible Election disinformation: how AI-powered bots work and how you can protect yourself from their influence Phonics isn’t working - for children’s reading to improve, they need to learn to love stories EU increases tariffs on Russian grain to hamper its war effort – but it’s European consumers who could feel the pinch Boeing: what the next CEO needs to do to ensure quality and turn things around AI-generated pornography will disrupt the adult content industry and raise new ethical concerns Romani language edition of the Dikan comics published in Serbia Tiny crystals capture millions of years of mountain range history – a geologist excavates the Himalayas with a microscope Fossilized dinosaur eggshells can preserve amino acids, the building blocks of proteins, over millions of years In a future with more ‘mind reading,’ thanks to neurotech, we may need to rethink freedom of thought How to battle boredom at work Silicon Valley and Shenzhen, China, will get all the growth from AI if other regions don’t invest now to compete Family caregivers can help shape the outcomes for their loved ones – an ICU nurse explains their vital role How to keep your kidneys healthy – and how to spot when things are going wrong More mergers to come under scrutiny in another leg of Chalmers’ competition policy From Reagan to Obama, presidents have left office with ‘strategic regret’ − will leaving troops in Iraq and Syria be Biden or Trump’s? Special edition vinyl albums cause some fans delight – but others suspect a cynical marketing ploy Fintech has a gender problem – here’s why you should care Social media will tell you birth control causes mental health issues, weight gain and infertility – here are the facts Deepfake porn: why we need to make it a crime to create it, not just share it Flowers may be more ancient than dinosaurs – but scientists can’t agree on when they evolved Europe: European Court of Human Rights sets vital precedent with ruling in landmark climate case Global: Large companies must do far more to cut carbon emissions and limit climate damage Environmental defenders work to maintain the peace-building role of nature in northern Uganda Penny Wong floats recognising Palestine ahead of two-state solution to help path to peace How about this time we try, just try, to report on budgets and tax differently? The response to Banksy’s tree highlights an ambiguity at the root of his ‘activism’ Azerbaijan's FOMO moment Education for the Romani people: Failed by both empires Rwanda’s genocide could have been prevented: 3 things the international community should have done – expert Gaza: Israel’s Imposed Starvation Deadly for Children Bassirou Diomaye Faye elected president of Senegal: Victory of a determined youth Global Voices call for stories about Ukraine Is Japan joining AUKUS? Not formally – its cooperation will remain limited for now India: Technology Use Shouldn’t Undermine Free, Fair Elections The Vatican says gender theory threatens human dignity – but Judith Butler believes the ‘threat’ is social change Flash droughts are becoming more common in Australia. What’s causing them? Lost for words? Research shows art therapy brings benefits for mental health Eight charts on how Australia’s population is growing – and changing NZ gymnasts can now wear shorts over their leotards – why is this a big deal for female athletes? Zambian Police Summon Priest After Critical Sermon We can’t eradicate deadly cane toads – but there’s a way to stop them killing wildlife Antarctica’s sea ice hit another low this year – understanding how ocean warming is driving the loss is key Critics can’t decide if Andrew Scott’s Ripley is mesmerising or charmless – exactly as Patricia Highsmith wrote him Gender is not scary, argues Judith Butler. But right now, it represents the threat of social change Heat from El Niño can warm oceans off West Antarctica – and melt floating ice shelves from below Measles is a humanitarian issue, and its unwelcome reappearance in Canada is a reminder of its importance AI will not revolutionize business management but it could make it worse Loyalty programs may limit competition, and they could be pushing prices up for everyone UN Rights Council Boosts Scrutiny of North Korea As a child psychiatrist, I know it’s critical for kindergartens to embrace playful learning Global Voices seeks a Lingua Director, to oversee multilingual projects and initiatives Germany decriminalised cannabis: why the UK should consider doing the same More mental health support in schools makes sense – but some children may fall through gaps The Art of Climbing: a brief history of photographing rock-climbing Tackling social isolation could be more effective than healthy eating for obesity Ukraine war: why many Nato countries are thinking of introducing conscription and the issues that involves Diet and nutrition: how well Tanzanians eat depends largely on where they live Preparing for the next health crisis: COVID-19 showed the importance of community-engaged research Tunisia’s El Kef city is rich in heritage: centuries of cultural mixing give it a distinct identity Putin’s Russia: first arrests under new anti-LGBT laws mark new era of repression Pet flea and tick treatments contain pesticides that end up washing into the environment - here’s how Single mothers in particular would benefit from more subsidized housing in Canada Israel/OPT: Death in custody of Walid Daqqah is cruel reminder of Israel’s disregard for Palestinians’ right to life New Hope for Love for Japanese Children Needing Families Serbian movie about Roma singer become a hit in several Balkan countries South Africa is to shut down captive lion farms. Experts warn the plan needs a deadline Why is Ghana so hot this year? An expert explains Feeling depleted? So is the planet. Here’s how to move from exhaustion to empowerment Happier, more connected neighborhoods start right in the front yard A dramatic schism over social issues? The United Methodist Church has been here before – but this time, America’s religious landscape is far different Fetal personhood rulings could nullify a pregnant patient’s wishes for end-of-life care Could a telescope ever see the beginning of time? An astronomer explains Dali hit Key Bridge with the force of 66 heavy trucks at highway speed US media coverage of new science less likely to mention researchers with African and East Asian names Coastal wetlands can’t keep pace with sea-level rise, and infrastructure is leaving them nowhere to go Rebuilding Gaza was seen as a ‘Herculean’ task before Oct. 7; six months of bombing has led to crises that will long outlive the war Tesla’s innovation and resilience could see it through this rough patch How conspiracy theories around George III’s madness and Queen Charlotte’s scheming took hold of the 18th-century British press ‘April showers’ – a rainfall scientist explains what they are and why they are becoming more intense Eclipses aren’t just visual spectacles, they are at the heart of scientific efforts to understand distant planets Why Sikhs celebrate the festival of Baisakhi Central Asia’s unique tradition of singing during Ramadan keeps evolving Two upcoming elections are likely to tip the balance of power between China, India and the US We saw one of the most powerful magnets in the Universe come to life – and our theories can’t quite explain it A person in Texas caught bird flu after mixing with dairy cattle. 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