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News Quiz: Week of June 2, 2025 For both artists and scientists, slow looking allows surprising connections to surface Trump’s travel ban casts shadow over the upcoming Fifa Club World Cup and other US-hosted sporting events Why South Korea’s new leader may be on a collision course with Trump Do people really resemble their dogs? Inside Ukraine’s remarkable drone attack Japanese walking: the benefits of this fitness trend Why Dippy the dinosaur remains beloved, 120 years after arriving at the Natural History Museum UK looks to military gap years to boost recruitment in the face of growing geopolitical tension UK brands are celebrating Eid – here’s what makes an effective and inclusive campaign Four myths about ‘low-skilled’ migration busted How to protect yourself from narcissists’ weapon of choice – passive aggression Mel Stride promises the Tories won’t repeat the mistakes of Liz Truss – except they already have Why Canada needs a law that gives workers the right to govern their workplace How Trump’s ‘gold standard’ politicizes federal science Dehorning rhinos tips the balance against poaching – new study USA: Trump’s travel ban will harm people seeking safety, spread hate and discrimination In Gaza, daily food intake has fallen well below ‘survival’ level How your electric bill may be paying for big data centers’ energy use In pardoning reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley, Trump taps into a sense of persecution felt by his conservative Christian base Stop the ‘good’ vs ‘bad’ snap judgments and watch your world become more interesting How illicit markets fueled by data breaches sell your personal information to criminals Cuts to school lunch and food bank funding mean less fresh produce for children and families Reproducibility may be the key idea students need to balance trust in evidence with healthy skepticism 100 years ago, the Supreme Court made a landmark ruling on parents’ rights in education – today, another case raises new questions Ukraine’s Operation Spider Web destroyed more than aircraft – it tore apart the old idea that bases far behind the front lines are safe Detroit voters have an opportunity to pick a mayor who will ease zoning, improve transit and protect long-term residents Game theory explains why reasonable parents make vaccine choices that fuel outbreaks A new observatory is assembling the most complete time-lapse record of the night sky ever Reform leads in voting intentions – but where does their vote come from? Rosemary has been linked to better memory, lower anxiety and even protection from Alzheimer’s Why Hulu’s The Handmaid’s Tale failed as feminist television UK funds controversial climate-cooling research How to design landscapes that enhance natural sounds and minimise noise pollution Rashid Lombard: the photographer who documented both resistance and celebration in South Africa A neuroscientist explains why it’s impossible for AI to ‘understand’ language How a postwar German literary classic helped eclipse painter Emil Nolde’s relationship to Nazism Kenya’s ride-hailing drivers say their jobs offer dignity despite the challenges Ocean currents can generate electricity – and our study shows Africa’s seas have some of the strongest The path to conserving protected areas in the Amazon lies in uniting public policy with traditional local knowledge Ethnoprimatology: research examines the traditional knowledge of Indigenous peoples about primates in their territories Syria: Türkiye-Backed Attack Kills, Injures Family World Environment Day: In Jamaica, the battle against plastics continues Pakistan: End cyclical harassment and persecution of minority Ahmadiyya community Virgin Australia is coming back to the share market. Here’s what this new chapter could mean Why the global tax system needs fixing – podcast Grattan on Friday: Albanese will need some nuance in facing a female opposition leader Tasmania could go to an election just 16 months after its last one. What’s going on? Remembering Tulsa: Justice, Reparations, and the Fight for Healing Israel’s destructive West Bank military operation fuels mass forced displacement of Palestinians Harvard battle is Trump’s ‘Mao moment’: lessons from China’s state-sanctioned university crackdown Thailand: Army Trainers Jailed for Conscript’s Death Jack Ball wins the Ramsay Art Prize among a who’s who of Australian young contemporary artists Victorian principals will soon be able to expel students for out-of-school behaviour – is this a good idea? GPs asking men about their behaviour in relationships could help reduce domestic violence The Potter Museum of Art relaunches with the outstanding 65,000 Years, a Short History of Australian Art The Top End’s tropical savannas are a natural wonder – but weak environment laws mean their future is uncertain World Environment Day Spotlights Communities Fighting Climate Crisis From barren land to thriving forest: The story of photographer Sebastião Salgado’s Instituto Terra in Brazil Cambodian journalist faces more than a dozen charges after reporting on deforestation DRC: Victims still waiting for justice, truth and reparations 25 years on from Kisangani war One year ago, Australia scrapped a key equity in STEM program. Where are we now? The pursuit of eternal youth goes back centuries. Modern cosmetic surgery is turning it into a reality – for rich people Local solution to Closing the Gap – council takes pioneering new approach to Indigenous disadvantage Escape to space with the ultra-rich, or live frugally amid eco-disaster? Jennifer Mills imagines a divided near future Resignation of PM’s press secretary highlights gaps in NZ law on covert recording and harassment Final counting shows polls understated Labor in 2025 election almost as much as they overstated it in 2019 USA: Veto of UN resolution on lifting Gaza aid restrictions and release of hostages is shameful and inhumane amid Israel’s ongoing genocide What Vybz Kartel’s no-show in Trinidad could reveal about the sustainability of cultural performances in the Caribbean Honduras: Amnesty International urges authorities to guarantee justice for the murder of Juan López Getting away with it … sort of. How a dictator and a fugitive Nazi advanced international human rights law Australia’s charity sector is growing – but many smaller charities are doing it tough Australian kids BYO lunches to school. There is a healthier way to feed students Unprecedented heat in the North Atlantic Ocean kickstarted Europe’s hellish 2023 summer. Now we know what caused it Taylor Swift now owns all the music she has ever made: a copyright expert breaks it down Bowel cancer rates are declining in people over 50. But why are they going up in younger adults? Woodside’s North West Shelf approval is by no means a one-off. Here are 6 other giant gas projects to watch Armenia’s Justice System Excludes Persons with Psychosocial Disabilities South Africa Should Address Violence Against Children SAUDI ARABIA/UN: Labour agreement must lead to comprehensive reforms to be a game-changer for migrant workers ‘Our worst held fears are being confirmed’: Dozens of bodies discovered in Libya mass graves The atmosphere is getting thirstier and it’s making droughts worse – new study For Haitian migrants in the Dominican Republic, ‘reproduction is like a death sentence’ How did humans evolve such rotten genetics? Trump’s Middle East pivot aims to counter China’s rising influence We mapped 18,000 children’s playgrounds and revealed inequality across England Dry mouth, bad breath and tooth damage: the effects Ozempic and Wegovy can have on your mouth Russia has been working on creating drones that ‘call home’, go undercover and start fires. Here’s how they work Children need the freedom to play on driveways and streets again – here’s how to make it happen Damien Hirst at 60: a genius who never stops stretching our understanding of art and life – or a tired trickster ruined by his riches? Gen Z and the sustainability paradox: Why ideals and shopping habits don’t always align A First Nations power authority could transform electricity generation for Indigenous nations Taiwan voters set to recall over 30 pro-China lawmakers amid budget cut crisis What if Alberta really did vote to separate? Google searches for information about cancer lead to targeted ads from alternative clinics How remembering railway accidents from 100 years ago can make the industry safer today Fearful of reaching your next milestone age? A psychologist’s tips to combat the ‘birthday blues’ Why climate is an everyday story – but media coverage still spikes around special environment days and UN summits Three ways to make dental care kinder for anxious patients South Korea election: Lee Jae-myung takes over a country split by gender politics Netflix to remake Pride and Prejudice – why Jane Austen novels make perfect period adaptations Extreme weather’s true damage cost is often a mystery – that’s a problem for understanding storm risk, but it can be fixed 1 in 4 children suffers from chronic pain − school nurses could be key to helping them manage it What is vibe coding? A computer scientist explains what it means to have AI write computer code − and what risks that can entail Your left and right brain hear language differently − a neuroscientist explains how Memories of the good parts of using drugs can keep people hooked − altering the neurons that store them could help treat addiction ‘Loyal to the oil’ – how religion and striking it rich shape Canada’s hockey fandom What a sunny van Gogh painting of ‘The Sower’ tells us about Pope Leo’s message of hope 3 things Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o taught me: language matters, stories are universal, Africa can thrive Development finance in a post-aid world: the case for country platforms From sovereignty to sustainability: a brief history of ocean governance African values under threat: African Commission must defend them Politics with Michelle Grattan: historian Emma Shortis warns against falling into Trump’s trade traps The secret to Ukraine’s battlefield successes against Russia – it knows wars are never won in the past Extreme weather events have slowed economic growth, adding to the case for another rate cut The importance of mangroves in addressing climate change in Ghana Young people who witness domestic violence are more likely to be victims of it. Here’s how we can help them Sudan: Armed Forces Airstrikes in South Darfur Yemen: US Strikes on Port an Apparent War Crime Australia Extends License for Nation’s Biggest Fossil Fuel Project Azerbaijan's silent casualties: unaccounted, non-combat deaths in the military Senior public servants think GenAI will boost productivity – but are worried about the risks A two-state solution is gaining momentum again for Israel and the Palestinians. Does it have a chance of success? How physicists used antimatter, supercomputers and giant magnets to solve a 20-year-old mystery Gluten intolerance and coeliac disease can both cause nausea, bloating and pain. What’s the difference? Ahead of the Brisbane Olympics, it’s time for Australia to get serious about esports What’s a ‘Strombolian eruption’? A volcanologist explains what happened at Mount Etna The chicks are alright: what songbirds can teach us about divorce and moving on Just the ticket? The problem with local body candidates aligning with national political parties ‘Not available in your region’: what is a VPN and how can I use one safely? Artist Janenne Eaton’s retrospective is a compelling account of our troubled times Ukraine’s drone attacks on Russian airfields could derail Russia’s war efforts Hannah Kent’s new memoir is a love letter to Iceland and an ‘enthralling’ murderer Curious Kids: can spiders swim? People with severe mental illness are waiting for days in hospital EDs. Here’s how we can do better Senior public servants think GenAI will boost productivity - but are worried about the risks With a government review underway, we have to ask why children bully other kids A two-state solution is gaining momentum again. Does it have a chance of success? In the trade wars, there are lessons for the US from Brexit. Australia and our trading partners should take note Why the federal government must act cautiously on fast-tracking project approvals Lethal humanitarianism: why violence at Gaza aid centres should not come as a surprise How Ukraine’s drone attacks on Russian airfields could derail Russia’s war efforts Supreme Court changes the game on federal environmental reviews Are influencers villains, victims or champions of change? The reality is more complex ‘That was rude’: why the new Broadway musical Death Becomes Her was ripe for TikTok memes Federal Court Allows Jackson, Mississippi Discrimination Claims to Proceed Greenland’s melting ice caps reveal the true extent of climate change Can kelp forests help tackle climate change? Nigerian children don’t imagine women as political leaders: what shapes their view Africa has the highest rate of forest loss in the world – what the G20 can do about it Climate justice for Africa: 3 legal routes for countries that suffer the most harm Ukraine ‘spiderweb’ drone strike fails to register at peace talks as both sides dig in for the long haul The strategic defence review means three new approaches for the UK Moby-Dick doesn’t deserve the ‘difficult’ label – this sea romance was once loved by office workers, sailors and children Sirens: the dark psychology of how people really get drawn into cults What if the Big Bang wasn’t the beginning? Our research suggests it may have taken place inside a black hole Exercise proves powerful in preventing colon cancer recurrence – new study Your WhatsApp messages could get you sacked Türkiye: Free Turkmen Activist; Halt Deportation The story of Maria da Penha, the woman whose name was given to Brazil's domestic violence law Gaza: UN rights chief condemns new killings around private aid hub Austen and Turner: A Country House Encounter captures the spirit of two great geniuses, born 250 years ago Why climate professionals are often held to unrealistic standards Fewer men are choosing to become vets – ‘male flight’ could be the reason Five geoengineering trials the UK is funding to combat global warming Social media’s push for the perfect muscular body is fuelling a new form of disordered eating — and young men are most at risk The Michelin Guide is Eurocentric and elitist − yet it will soon be an arbiter of culinary excellence in Philly Is methylene blue really a brain booster? A pharmacologist explains the science Autocrats don’t act like Hitler or Stalin anymore − instead of governing with violence, they use manipulation We asked over 8,700 people in 6 countries to think about future generations in decision-making, and this is what we found Peace has long been elusive in rural Colombia – Black women’s community groups try to bring it closer each day A bottlenose dolphin? Or Tursiops truncatus? Why biologists give organisms those strange, unpronounceable names It’s miller moth season in Colorado – an entomologist explains why they’re important and where they’re headed Uncertainty at NASA − Trump withdraws his nominee for administrator while the agency faces a steep proposed budget cut One green sea turtle can contain the equivalent of 10 ping pong balls in plastic Global Voices 20th Anniversary Reader Survey The shattered dreams of young Africans on the Russo-Ukrainian front lines Australia’s lowest paid workers just got a 3.5% wage increase. Their next boost could be even better Preventing the next pandemic: One Health researcher calls for urgent action China: Address Tiananmen Massacre 36 Years On Niger: Six month-long arbitrary detention of human rights defender Moussa Tchangari must end Why do some people need less sleep than others? A gene variation could have something to do with it ‘Unfair and unreasonable’ – report finds $1.9 billion in unpaid child support in system rife with financial abuse 1 in 3 men report using intimate partner violence. Here’s how we can better protect women – and help men The Queensland government is cancelling renewable energy projects. Can the state still reach net zero? Your Say: week beginning June 2 What’s a ‘Strombolian eruption?’ A volcanologist explains what happened at Mount Etna ILO: Adopt Binding Treaty to Protect ‘Gig’ Workers DR Congo: Rwanda-backed M23 Executed Civilians in Goma Ukraine: Russia Using Drones to Attack Civilians Israel, Yemen: Investigate Airport Attacks as War Crimes Niger: Six Month-Long Arbitrary Detention of Human Rights Defender Moussa Tiangari Must End US: Bans on Gender-Affirming Care Harm Trans Youth Wrapped in ritual: How Bulgaria’s Alevi community maintains its heritage As government cuts bite, public service unions can use ‘soft power’ as well as strikes to win support Why do our pupils dilate when we’re aroused? Anatomy experts explain Censorship into art: why Iranian director Jafar Panahi’s subversive stories are getting the world’s attention Girl power and girl bosses might be ‘feminist’ – but we can’t consume our way to equality What parents and youth athletes can do to protect against abuse in sport Google’s SynthID is the latest tool for catching AI-made content. What is AI ‘watermarking’ and does it work? In her memoir, Jacinda Ardern shows a ‘different kind of power’ is possible – but also has its limits Can ASEAN build a sustainable data centre future? Malaysian legal lessons may offer a wake-up call Internet-enabled orgasms: How teledildonics are changing the way we have sex Tax concessions on super need a rethink. These proposals would bring much needed reform Is the private hospital system collapsing? Here’s what the sector’s financial instability means for you Trump’s steel tariffs are unlikely to have a big impact on Australia. But we could be hurt by what happens globally Astronomers thought the Milky Way was doomed to crash into Andromeda. Now they’re not so sure The surprising power of photography in ageing well Girl power, girl bosses and confessional art might be ‘feminist’ – but we can’t consume our way to equality Reducing American antisemitism requires more than condemning opposition to Israel and targeting elite universities ‘Why I decided to move to Ukraine to the frontline in Kharkiv’: Interview with Czech journalist Adéla Knapová Heart attacks, fainting and falls: the perils of pooping What birds can teach us about repurposing waste Ukraine drone strikes on Russian airbase reveal any country is vulnerable to the same kind of attack England’s water crisis needs more than just new reservoirs – here’s what will help How medieval lessons for managing floods could help those facing them in northern Italy today Mexico’s cartels use violence against women as a means of social control Does the key to uniting against divisive politics lie in our personal lives? Is a quantum-cryptography apocalypse imminent? What are Canada’s governing Liberals going to do about AI? Even if Putin and Zelenskyy do go face-to-face, don’t expect wonders − their one meeting in 2019 ended in failure Justice Delayed in Central African Republic Cheaper food or a compromise on standards? Why the UK’s trade deal with the US is sounding alarm bells From period pain to heart disease, the gender health gap is real – here’s how to close it Children need more say in their education – here’s why it matters The four best non-lyrical vocal moments in pop music – from la la las to duh duh duhs Fruit peels could help power your smartphone’s camera flash – here’s how Algae can clean sewage without electricity or chemicals – we put it to the test in South Africa Chagos islands: how Mauritius can turn a diplomatic triumph into real economic growth Practical ways families can foster kids’ love of literacy during the summer months Subsidized social housing promotes economic well-being for Canadian renters, new study finds A film about a long healing walk by the sea – what to see, watch, read and listen to this week Why Canada should apply labour protections to the rental housing sector Our trans health study was terminated by the government – the effects of abrupt NIH grant cuts ripple across science and society 3 ways the government can silence opinions it disagrees with, without using censorship California plan to ban most plants within 5 feet of homes for wildfire safety overlooks some important truths about flammability New model helps to figure out which distant planets may host life Debunking 5 myths about when your devices get wet Robots run out of energy long before they run out of work to do − feeding them could change that Is AI sparking a cognitive revolution that will lead to mediocrity and conformity? Pro-Trump candidate wins Poland’s presidential election – a bad omen for the EU, Ukraine and women Australia’s latest emissions data reveal we still have a giant fossil fuel problem Africa’s new credit rating agency could change the rules of the game. Here’s how Will surging sea levels kill the Great Barrier Reef? Ancient coral fossils may hold the answer A film about long healing walk by the sea, the end of a dystopian series and a whimsical comfort watch – what to see, watch, read and listen to this week Refugees in Hong Kong tell of life in limbo after Donald Trump suspends resettlement programme Decades of searching and a chance discovery: why finding Leadbeater’s possum in NSW is such big news What is retinol? And will it make my acne flare? 3 experts unpack this trendy skincare ingredient Libya: Barriers to Justice ICRC President: All parties to an armed conflict have non-negotiable legal obligations to ensure water remains accessible during war As the NRL edges into Darwin, does the AFL need to be more proactive in the NT? Land of a ‘fair go’ or Fortress Australia? A globetrotting journalist questions Australia’s myths – and nationality itself In Bradfield, the election is not yet over. What happens when a seat count is ultra close? Is there a right way to talk to your baby? A baby brain expert explains ‘parentese’ Your smartphone is a parasite, according to evolution Bougainville wants independence. China’s support for a controversial mine could pave the way What is populism? Could a river sue a corporation? Robert Macfarlane’s books change the world – now he’s advocating for the world’s waterways Scandalous mormons, dystopian Buenos Aires and Nicolas Cage down under: what to watch in June These 5 roadblocks are standing in the way of energy-efficient homes Three years after the Jenkins report, there is still work to be done on improving parliament culture Police aren’t properly trained for mental health crises – but they’re often the first responders. Here’s what works better Australia’s plan to protect its trade in war is flawed. We can’t do it with nuclear submarines With interest rates on the way down, could house prices boom? Here’s what research suggests ‘Guyana living a paradox’: A conversation with Professor Ivelaw Griffith on oil and climate change ‘Pax Americana’ in Toronto: How speculative art can help us navigate threats Experimenting with generative AI to kibbitz and futz towards more inclusive futures ‘Pax Americana’ in Toronto? Speculative art can help us navigate threats Kids care deeply about our planet, so adults need to start listening Preventing urinary tract infections after menopause: What every woman should know Blind box toys are booming: Are they just child’s play or something more concerning? Togo’s citizens want to leave Ecowas – new survey suggests why Sexism in science: 7 women whose trailblazing work shattered stereotypes Airbnb scams: new book explores thriving criminal activity on big tech platforms Gulf States: Protect Workers from Extreme Heat A group of volunteers in Madagascar is dedicated to preserving their national heritage and environment Why Bashkir band Ay Yola and their hit ‘Homay’ didn't sit well with some Bashkirs Words matter to people living with cancer. Here’s how verbal microaggressions affect their mental state ‘It was the cow that built your school’: Mama Anna’s grassroots revolution on Mount Meru, Tanzania In Georgia, the space for dissent keeps shrinking Investors are calling Trump a chicken – here’s why that matters Kyiv’s allies have lifted restrictions on Ukraine attacking targets inside Russia – here’s what that means for the war Italy: Draconian new law criminalizing peaceful protest while expanding police powers must be rejected US labels QRIS a trade barrier – what’s next for Indonesia’s digital payment system? ‘Justice is long overdue’: Guterres calls for reparations for enslavement and colonialism How seaweed is a powerful, yet surprising, climate solution South Sudan: Renewal of UN arms embargo a welcome move to protect civilians Soaring rice prices are stirring political trouble in Japan – history shows this often leads to a change of government Coffee can interfere with your medication – here’s what you need to know Neurosymbolic AI is the answer to large language models’ inability to stop hallucinating Veterans’ protests planned for D-Day latest in nearly 250 years of fighting for their benefits One lawsuit just helped melt the fossil fuel industry’s defence against being held accountable for climate change What is the Tiananmen crackdown? The Supreme Court’s gender ruling has implications for the workplace. Here’s what employees can expect Why auction of Buddha relics was called off and why it matters – an expert in Asian art explains Birth control increases stroke risk – here’s what women need to know Trump sees himself as more like a king than president. Here’s why Male infertility: how lab-produced sperm could transform fertility treatment in the future Why police released the ethnicity of Liverpool parade crash suspect Are hegemonies a relic of the past? The role of coercion and consent in global domination The biggest barrier to AI adoption in the business world isn’t tech – it’s user confidence Solar panels’ shade helps boost Colorado grassland productivity in dry years Hurricane season is here, but FEMA’s policy change could leave low-income areas less protected Millions of US children have parents with substance use disorder, and the consequences are staggering − new research If it looks like a dire wolf, is it a dire wolf? How to define a species is a scientific and philosophical question Detroit’s population grew in 2023, 2024 − a strategy to welcome immigrants helps explain the turnaround from decades of population decline Prime numbers, the building blocks of mathematics, have fascinated for centuries − now technology is revolutionizing the search for them Reform’s threat to the mainstream parties is unique in UK political history Young men on South Africa’s urban margins: new book follows their lives over 10 years Harmful chemicals often migrate into tinned food – here’s how to avoid eating them Shock NSW Senate result as One Nation beats Labor to win final seat GPs will be a great help for managing ADHD medications. But many patients will still need specialists Will elections for judges make Mexico the ‘most democratic country in the world’? Critics fear the opposite Yemen: A Year On, Houthis Should Free UN, Civil Society Staff Human Rights Defenders Targeted in Uzbekistan Argentina: Two years after brutal repression in Jujuy, Amnesty International report exposes impunity Kyrgyzstan: Whistleblower Convicted for Exposing Corruption in Court System How a city mayor from Kyrgyzstan became an internet meme Yemen: A year on, Huthis should free UN, civil society staff Yemen: A year on, Huthis should free UN, civil society staff What is mantle cell lymphoma? Magda Szubanski’s ‘rare and fast-moving’ cancer, explained Most of Australia’s conservation efforts ignore climate risks – here are 3 fixes Tracking crime from the cradle: why some people keep breaking the law while most of us never do Elon Musk promises more risky launches after sixth Starship failure Yemen: A year on, Huthis must free UN, civil society staff People with disability are dying from cancers we can actually prevent, our study shows Friday essay: I’m an Aboriginal farmer. But a romanticised idea of agriculture writes Black people out of the farming story NSW is again cleaning up after major floods. Are we veering towards the collapse of insurability? Researchers created a chatbot to help teach a university law class – but the AI kept messing up Google is going ‘all in’ on AI. It’s part of a troubling trend in big tech Talk to Me was a rollercoaster, but the Philippou brothers’ Bring Her Back will trap you in a house of horrors Earth’s seasonal rhythms are changing, putting species and ecosystems at risk Travel with intention: Here’s a guide to ‘soft adventure’ experiences across Canada this summer Trump’s military parade: A ‘big big celebration’ or an authoritarian ritual? Before the bump: Can pre-pregnancy planning affect child development? Surge of ICE agreements with local police aim to increase deportations, but many police forces have found they undermine public safety The debate over genocide claims in relation to Gaza intensifies The Salt Path taps into a long history of searching for healing on England’s south-west coast Rise of the Zombie Bugs takes readers on a jaw-dropping tour of the parasite world Why are the US and Israel not on the same page over how to deal with Iran? Expert Q&A Mohamed Lakhdar-Hamina put African cinema on the map with his bold, political films about Algeria Nato faces a make-or-break decision about how to protect Europe and its future in next few weeks The American mass exodus to Canada amid Trump 2.0 has yet to materialize Why have so few atrocities ever been recognised as genocide? Waiting for Godot has been translated into Afrikaans: what took so long Choosing to be an orphan: for some Kenyan families it’s a strategy for survival Mbare Art Space: a colonial beer hall in Zimbabwe has become a vibrant arts centre The UK government is considering mandatory chemical castration for sex offenders – it’s an ethical and legal minefield A 16th-century Chinese writer spoke of workplace burnout, leaving a blueprint for radical acts of rest Climate change: no reprieve from heat this decade as globally agreed 1.5°C limit looms A gonorrhoea vaccine will soon be available in the UK – here’s how it works to protect against the STI Five things new parents should know about their baby’s sleep Kyrgyzstan: Detention of Kloop media staff intensifies crackdown on independent journalism The anatomy of a smile: how to spot a fake from the real thing How trafficked American guns fuel Mexico’s cartel violence – podcast More Colorado workplaces are becoming safe places for employees in recovery There’s no evidence work requirements for Medicaid recipients will boost employment, but they are a key piece of Republican spending bill What Peru’s Virgen de la Puerta represents about unity and inclusion Weaponized storytelling: How AI is helping researchers sniff out disinformation campaigns The rise and fall – and rise again – of white-tailed deer Like today’s selfie-takers, Walt Whitman used photography to curate his image – but ended up more lost than found Beyond the backlash: What evidence shows about the economic impact of DEI Trump’s white genocide claims about South Africa have deep roots in American history Pulp are back and more wistfully Britpop than before Sebastião Salgado: a photographer of great humanity Champions League final 2025: a battle for glory against a backdrop of money and fashion Why we need testosterone products designed for women New Australian data shows most of us have PFAS in our blood. How worried should we be? Germany steps up to replace ‘unreliable’ US as guarantor of European security Is Sudan’s war the reason for South Sudan’s economic crisis? What’s really going on with oil revenue Grattan on Friday: Trump, tariffs and the Middle East are looming challenges for Albanese Thailand: New Insurgent Attacks on Civilians Despite Pledge Indonesia: Renewed Fighting Threatens West Papua Civilians A living, multimedia dictionary in the Nam Trik language: Lucy Tunubalá's project in Colombia UNESCO expresses ‘utmost concern’ at the state of the Great Barrier Reef Trump’s global trade plans are in disarray, after a US court ruling on ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs Influencer Andrew Tate is charged with a raft of sex crimes. His followers will see him as the victim How the North West Shelf expansion risks further damage to Murujuga’s 50,000-year-old rock art Labor gains Senate seats in Victoria and Queensland, and surges to a national 55.6–44.4 two-party margin Amnesty International warns of devastating consequences as abrupt U.S. Foreign Aid cuts threaten human rights globally From pledges to power: Key takeaways from the 2025 African Union-European Union Ministerial in Brussels News Quiz: Week of May 26, 2025 ‘My husband died in my arms’: UN probe says Russian drone strikes may be crimes against humanity After a chaotic 6 months, South Koreans will elect a new president – and hope for bold leadership Parents of autistic children are stressed. Here’s what they want you to know Politics with Michelle Grattan: Zoe McKenzie on everything that went wrong and whether a gender quota could help the Liberals Sexual health info online is crucial for teens. Australia’s new tech codes may threaten their access 30 years ago Australia confronted its Stolen Generation past – then the Howard government blew it Can your cat recognise you by scent? New study shows it’s likely Knife crime is common but difficult to investigate. Robots can help 3 things to watch as South Koreans head toward the polls following turbulent political period Sudden arrivals: NZ ambulance crews describe what it’s like when babies are born out of the blue From working class pubs to sold-out stadiums: how darts has become a major international sport RFK Jr. says annual COVID-19 shots no longer advised for healthy children and pregnant women – a public health expert explains the new guidance Thailand: New Insurgent Attacks on Civilians Despite Pledge Nigeria: Mounting death toll and looming humanitarian crisis amid unchecked attacks by armed groups The body as landscape: how post-war Japanese dance and theatre shaped performance in Australia Antarctica’s sea ice is changing, and so is a vital part of the marine food web that lives within it PCOS affects 1 in 8 women worldwide, yet it’s often misunderstood. A name change might help X-rays have revealed a mysterious cosmic object never before seen in our galaxy Behind the wellness industry’s scented oils and soothing music are often underpaid, exploited workers How a dogged researcher tracked down the original Sentimental Bloke – and found a different man to C.J. Dennis’s loveable larrikin ‘My husband died in my arms’: Russian drone attacks on Ukrainians amount to crimes against humanity, UN investigators report Hockey night in Belfast: How Canada’s sport could be bridging longtime sectarian divides The Phoenician Scheme: a fun watch even though it’s the same journey in a different vehicle Have sanctions against Russia backfired? What apartheid-era South Africa tells us about who may be profiting From soil to slugs to songbirds – how plastic is moving through ecosystems Why Islamic State is expanding its operations in north-eastern Nigeria What is AI slop? Why you are seeing more fake photos and videos in your social media feeds Anxious over AI? One way to cope is by building your uniquely human skills Ministerial Taskforce Should Speak Up on School-Related Sexual Violence Media groups call for repeal of Samoa’s defamation law Want an advanced AI assistant? Prepare for them to be all up in your business Guns bought in the US and trafficked to Mexican drug cartels fuel violence in Mexico and the migration crisis What a 120-year-old research station is telling us about the warming of the sea around the UK Why do we cry happy tears? The science behind this emotional paradox Nigerian and Kenyan farmers can be first step to making rural mini grids more profitable and affordable Initiation season in South Africa: why state regulation clashes with customary laws DRC’s plan for the world’s largest tropical forest reserve would be good for the planet: can it succeed? 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