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Yemen: Houthis' Attacks on Cargo Ships Apparent War Crimes Almost a third of NZ households face energy hardship – reform has to go beyond cheaper off-peak power Bawdy, playful and intellectually ambitious: your guide to the 2025 Miles Franklin shortlist Is sleeping a lot actually bad for your health? A sleep scientist explains As seas rise and fish decline, this Fijian village is finding new ways to adapt Birds use hidden black and white feathers to make themselves more colourful From grasslands to killing fields: why trees are bad news for one of Australia’s most stunning birds Five arms, no heart and a global family: what DNA revealed about the weird deep-sea world of brittle stars After 70 years, twisted gothic thriller The Night of the Hunter remains as disturbing and beguiling as ever How public development banks could narrow inequality gaps between the Global North and South Sweet spot for daily steps is lower than often thought, new study finds Global: International Court of Justice’s landmark opinion bolsters fight for climate justice and accountability How the number 27 blew away West Indies cricket Trump’s budget cuts could shut down local news outlets and reduce reporting on emergencies Five ways professional athletes are redefining the limits of age in sport Subsidising e-bikes instead of cars could really kick the electric vehicle transition into high gear How the UK’s immigration system splits families apart – by design Mysterious fossil may rewrite story of skin and feather evolution in reptiles Trump takes lead role in Cold War Steve’s reimagining of Hogarth’s 18th-century satire, The Rake’s Progess Orlando Bloom tried to ‘clean’ his blood to get rid of microplastics – here’s what the science says Immigration courts hiding the names of ICE lawyers goes against centuries of precedent and legal ethics requiring transparency in courts Forest loss in Malawi: how having women at the table affected debates and decisions about solutions – research AI chatbots can boost public health in Africa – why language inclusion matters Surprise results in search for South African lizard species that have been missing for decades Togo’s ‘Nana-Benz’: how cheap Chinese imports of African fabrics has hurt the famous women traders Gene editing technology could be used to save species on the brink of extinction Counting the climate costs of abandoned shopping trolleys 4.48 Psychosis revival: the play’s window into a mind on the edge is as brutal as ever Five reasons why driverless cars probably won’t take over your street any time soon Congress has a chequered history of overseeing US intelligence and national security Grandparent care: women from poorer backgrounds help out most with childcare Physically restricting mental health patients can often harm them – my new study suggests compassion could change that Canadian wetlands are treasures that deserve protection In Brazil, Black boys dream of being online influencers. Why? US and European economies depend heavily on immigrants – decades of data reveal just how much How the nature of environmental law is changing in defense of the planet and the climate Binary star systems are complex astronomical objects − a new AI approach could pin down their properties quickly I teach college and report on Colorado media — there should be more professors doing the same in other states Trump has fired the head of the Library of Congress, but the 225-year-old institution remains a ‘library for all’ – so far Understanding the violence against Alawites and Druze in Syria after Assad Caution in the C-suite: How business leaders are navigating Trump 2.0 How germy is the public pool? An infectious disease expert weighs in on poop, pee and perspiration – and the deceptive smell of chlorine 2 ways cities can beat the heat: Which is best, urban trees or cool roofs? What Canada can learn from Australia on adequately protecting citizens at live events Ozzy Osbourne’s spirit of defiance changed music forever Understanding how Taylor Swift constructs her songs helps explain her phenomenal popularity How Elon Musk’s chatbot Grok could be helping bring about an era of techno-fascism Childcare centres will have funding stripped if they’re not ‘up to scratch’. Is this enough? View from The Hill: Nationals’ mavericks ensure the Coalition is the issue in parliament’s first week The circular economy could make demolition a thing of the past – here’s how Calling university postgrad and undergrad students – apply to showcase your big ideas in Dubai Yemen: Houthi’s Attacks on Cargo Ships Apparent War Crimes Time to ditch splitting the bill? Shouting a close friend could actually make you happier Niger: Two Years On, Ex-President Still Arbitrarily Detained Desperate Pleas from Starving Palestinians Shouldn’t Be Ignored As mass starvation spreads across Gaza, our colleagues and those we serve are wasting away Hard labour conditions of online moderators directly affect how well the internet is policed – new study Labor’s new bill would cut HELP loans by 20%. But it also risks locking some graduates into a ‘debt treadmill’ Ghosted by a friend? 4 expert tips on how to handle the hurt I have a bit of a cold. Am I sick enough to take a day off work? Young Japanese voters embrace right-wing populist parties, leaving the prime minister on the brink Kazuo Ishiguro said he won the Nobel Prize for making people cry – 20 years later, Never Let Me Go should make us angry The environmental blockade of Kozhuv Mountain in North Macedonia: ‘We will stand here until the end’ UK bans Gaza protest group – could the same thing happen in Australia? Climate disasters are pushing people into homelessness – but there’s a lot we can do about it Auckland is NZ’s ‘primate city’ but its potential remains caged in by poor planning and vision ‘Maybe this is the last minutes you are living’: how the war is impacting young Ukrainians Do countries have a duty to prevent climate harm? The world’s highest court is about to answer this crucial question Should Australia lower the voting age to 16 like the UK? We asked 5 experts Central bank independence and credibility matters. Here’s why Ultra fast fashion could be taxed to oblivion in France. Could Australia follow suit? Could the latest ‘interstellar comet’ be an alien probe? Why spotting cosmic visitors is harder than you think Doctors shouldn’t be allowed to object to medical care if it harms their patients In Australia, the rules around academics sleeping with their students can be complicated. But is it ethical? Kneecap’s stance on Gaza extends a long history of the Irish supporting other oppressed peoples ‘Eat the rich’ — Why horror films are taking aim at the ultra-wealthy The incredible impact of Ozzy Osbourne, from Black Sabbath to Ozzfest to 30 years of retirement tours UN: End Impunity for Israeli Crimes Against Palestinians From ‘MMS’ to ‘aerobic oxygen’, why drinking bleach has become a dangerous wellness trend No wonder England’s water needs cleaning up – most sewage discharges aren’t even classified as pollution incidents What was the Battle of Orgreave, and why has the government launched an inquiry into it? Is today’s political climate making dating harder for young people? Floating babies, cosmic radiation and zero-gravity birth: what space pregnancy might actually involve A Philosopher Looks at Clothes by Kate Moran is engaging and unpretentious – we need more philosophy books like this Hosepipe ban survival guide: which garden plants to save and which to sacrifice As Sri Lanka’s economy pivots from tourism, it’s well placed to benefit from global trade and geopolitical jostling – new research A global treaty to limit plastic pollution is within reach – will countries seize the moment? Popular Tunisian island’s cultural heritage at risk due to tourism, neglect and climate change Farewell to summer? ‘Haze’ and ‘trash’ among Earth’s new seasons as climate change and pollution play havoc Yellowknife’s Giant Mine: Canada downplayed arsenic exposure as an Indigenous community was poisoned Gaza fieldworker: “We are torn apart watching our children suffer from hunger” Dog thefts: what really happened during the COVID pandemic People with MS and other fluctuating health conditions are often forced to quit their jobs when they want to work Sylvia Plath’s ‘fig tree analogy’ from The Bell Jar is being misappropriated The A to K of vitamins: what you need and where to get it What are education and health care plans and why are parents worried about them being scrapped? There is no known cure for ALS, but medical tourism exploits desperation for profit I research rip currents where ‘Cosby Show’ star Malcolm-Jamal Warner drowned. Here’s why they’re so deadly Learning statistics through story: students get creative with numbers Livestock and lions make uneasy neighbours: how a fence upgrade helped protect domestic and wild animals in Tanzania Ghana’s security strategy has kept terror attacks at bay: what other countries can learn from its approach How falling vaccination rates are fuelling the antibiotic resistance crisis Thirty years after Srebrenica, the promise of “never again” rings hollow Sudan is bleeding in silence: A humanitarian crisis the world cannot ignore View from The Hill: How much can Jim Chalmers get out of the economic reform roundtable? Methane leaks from gas pipelines are a hidden source of widespread air pollution One of the biggest microplastic pollution sources isn’t straws or grocery bags – it’s your tires What the world can learn from Uruguay as the global housing crisis deepens Generative AI is coming to the workplace, so I designed a business technology class with AI baked in Imaginary athletes: Creating make-believe teammates, competitors and coaches during play Bangladesh sees small glimmers of economic hope a year after longtime autocrat ousted in people’s revolt Beijing’s ‘plausible deniability’ on arms supply is quickly becoming implausible – and could soon extend to Iran EU/China: Joint NGO letter ahead of EU-China Summit 30 years after Srebrenica, the promise of “never again” rings hollow Syria: Abuses, Humanitarian Emergency Amid Sweida Clashes Historic deal recognizes the ‘State of New Caledonia’ within France South Africa’s police serve the ANC insiders, not the people: here’s how it happened Here’s why 3-person embryos are a breakthrough for science – but not LGBTQ+ families COVID, flu, RSV: how these common viruses are tracking this winter – and how to protect yourself South Australia’s algal bloom may shrink over winter – but this model suggests it will spread to new areas in summer Nepal: Failures over right to housing leaves marginalized groups facing forced evictions and homelessness – New Report Mali: Army, Wagner Group Disappear, Execute Fulani Civilians Kazakhstan: Journalists Denied Accreditation Are screenwriters paid for a product or a service? The definition matters for their workplace rights As female independent MPs descend on parliament, they’re fulfilling the dreams of women across history Suffering in Gaza reaches ‘new depths’ – Australia condemns ‘inhumane killing’ of Palestinians New study finds the gender earnings gap could be halved if we reined in the long hours often worked by men Iran: Deliberate Israeli attack on Tehran’s Evin prison must be investigated as a war crime Emil Bove’s appeals court nomination echoes earlier controversies, but with a key difference Everyone’s talking about the Perseid meteor shower – but don’t bother trying to see it in Australia or NZ What the explosive story of ‘Sister Hong’ reveals about sexual repression in China A popular sweetener could be damaging your brain’s defences, says recent study PBS and NPR are generally unbiased, independent of government propaganda and provide key benefits to US democracy AI and other future technologies will be necessary — but not sufficient — for enacting the UN’s Pact for the Future More than just a bad date: Navigating harms on LGBTQ+ dating apps As Canada’s economy faces serious challenges, the Indigenous economy offers solutions Could Rupert Murdoch bring down Donald Trump? A court case threatens more than just their relationship Pumped up with poison: new research shows many anabolic steroids contain toxic metals How EVs and electric water heaters are turning cities into giant batteries The end of open-plan classrooms: how school design reflects changing ideas in education How do the stories we tell shape our experience of chronic illness? Katherine Brabon charts an elusive search for ‘the cure’ Dreams amid the rubble: Gaza’s women speak of homes, loss and hungry children How a popular sweetener could be damaging your brain’s defences AI in universities: How large language models are transforming research Three reasons buffets can be a recipe for a health disaster – and how to keep diners safe Is a ‘nanny state’ a price worth paying to keep the NHS free? The evidence shows it could work Dating app categories could be shaping you more than you know How young people have taken climate justice to the world’s international courts Teenagers aren’t good at spotting misinformation online – research suggests why Rightwing populist Sanseitō party shakes Japan with election surge Are you ageing well? Take the five-part quiz that could help change your future Why it’s not a problem that dinosaurs are sold for millions of dollars – art historian From painkillers to antibiotics: five medicines that could harm your hearing The hidden history behind every rose blooming this summer I watched a simulated oil spill in the Indian Ocean – here’s how island and coastal countries worked together to avoid disaster BBC Verify largely factchecks international stories – what about UK politics? A potted history of fermented foods – from pickles to kimchi Three types of drought – and why there’s no such thing as a global water crisis How a popular sweetener could be damaging your brain’s defences – new study Filipino sailors dock in Mexico … and help invent tequila? Why is heart cancer so rare? A biologist explains ‘Democratizing space’ is more than just adding new players – it comes with questions around sustainability and sovereignty Microbes in deep-sea volcanoes can help scientists learn about early life on Earth, or even life beyond our planet Comparing ICE to the Gestapo reveals people’s fears for the US – a Holocaust scholar explains why Nazi analogies remain common, yet risky How mothers supporting mothers can help fill the health care worker shortage gap and other barriers to care Amid fragile ceasefire, violence in southern Syria brings Druze communities’ complex cross-border ties to the fore Dogs are helping people regulate stress even more than expected, research shows Johannesburg’s creative hubs are booming: how artists are rejuvenating a failing inner city African media are threatened by governments and big tech – book tracks the latest trends Ghana has a rare treasure, a crater made when a meteor hit Earth: why it needs to be protected Africa’s minerals are being bartered for security: why it’s a bad idea Congo and critical minerals: What are the costs of America’s peace? Botswana can escape the hangman Jordan: Petra’s Bedul Bedouin Community Displaced Labor to put disclaimer under Mark Latham’s caucus room picture US: Immigrants Abused in Florida Detention Sites In a world first, The Hague wants to arrest Taliban leaders over their treatment of women – what happens next? Newspoll and Resolve give Labor big leads as parliament resumes after the election How are Australians adapting to climate change? Here are 729 ways Jungle justice: Can Nigeria end the reign of mob violence? Why has a bill to relax foreign investment rules had so little scrutiny? New study peers beneath the skin of iconic lizards to find ‘chainmail’ bone plates – and lots of them How the world’s nuclear watchdog monitors facilities around the world – and what it means that Iran kicked it out What happens if I go over or under on my NDIS plan? And what do shorter funding periods mean for me? What’s the difference between sperm and semen? And can pre-ejaculate get you pregnant? Dust and deceit: how one lawyer took on Big Asbestos and won Opera Australia gives us a rocking Carmen for the post-#metoo era Your say: week beginning July 21 Federal election feel like ages ago? Parliament is now back. Here’s your political refresher Does play belong in primary school? New research suggests teachers are not sure Is spinal cord stimulation safe? Does it work? Here’s what you need to know if you have back pain Hold up, humans. Ants figured out medicine, farming and engineering long before we did More people are considering AI lovers, and we shouldn’t judge Why in-person dating is making a comeback — and why Gen Z is struggling with it Sun advice from a skin cancer researcher and physician Big Beautiful Bill: Why Donald Trump is obsessed with the manipulative language of size ‘Indigenous helpers’ are essential to culturally responsive mental health care South African university programmes to support black students aren’t working. What needs to be done Boko Haram conflict: Nigeria’s army is failing the widows of dead soldiers Only 3 years left – new study warns the world is running out of time to avoid the worst impacts of climate change Automated surveillance, targeted killings, and AI warfare in Gaza: A conversation with legal scholar Khalil Dewan After yet another election, Tasmanians are left wondering what the point of it was The first video of Earth’s surface lurching sideways in an earthquake offers new insights into this force of nature Liberals easily win most seats at Tasmanian election, but Labor may form government How the QAnon movement entered mainstream politics – and why the silence on Epstein files matters The quest to localize vaccine manufacturing in Africa From ‘Stone Age’ treasury boss to National Party Senator: John Stone 1929–2025 Cambodia: Scamming crisis survivors must be protected amid police crackdown How the ‘big, beautiful bill’ will deepen the racial wealth gap – a law scholar explains how it reduces poor families’ ability to afford food and health care ‘People who spent years saving lives are now struggling to survive’ – how we witnessed Trump’s USAID cuts devastate health programmes in Kenya Cynthia Erivo will be the most talked about Jesus of 2025 – but women have long retold the gospel A brief art history of adultery It doesn’t have to be welfare versus warfare. Changes that make tax fairer could fund both Exercise could ease symptoms for people with chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL) – new study Testosterone gel: what happens if it rubs off on other people Cognitive warfare: why wars without bombs or bullets are a legal blind spot Decoding hints that Xi Jinping may be under pressure to relinquish some of his power Israel is exploiting the vacuum left by southern Syria’s sectarian clashes and a weak state The US Environmental Protection Agency’s retreat from science endangers the health of people and the planet Angola: Police Use Excessive Force Against Peaceful Protesters Afghan data leak: how selective state secrecy and cover-ups can harm civilians Lions rugby tour: why visual training, including juggling, can be a secret weapon in elite sports Britain’s ban on lead ammunition could save tens of thousands of birds from poisoning Going on holiday? What you need to know about taking your meds with you How to understand the row between Angela Rayner and Unite – and what it means for Labour’s relationship with the unions Bluetongue outbreak endangers UK livestock – what you need to know about the virus Going on holiday? Here’s how to make sure your trip is sustainable Automatic voter registration: a huge step forward for democracy – and a chance to bring missing millions into elections Syria crisis: Hundreds killed in ongoing violence, hospitals overwhelmed From ‘Stone Age’ treasury boss to National Party Senator: John Stone 1929-2025 Single-food ‘mono diets’: are they effective, pointless, or just plain dangerous? EU efforts to measure companies’ environmental impacts have global effects. Here’s how to make them more just Scroll, watch, burn: sunscreen misinformation and its real‑world damage Why did the government hide a data leak about Afghans working with British forces and why did the courts finally reveal it? Can AI think – and should it? What it means to think, from Plato to ChatGPT Idi Amin made himself out to be the ‘liberator’ of an oppressed majority – a demagogic trick that endures today About a third of pregnant women in the US lack sufficient vitamin D to support healthy pregnancies − new research Leaders in India, Hungary and the US are using appeals to nostalgia and nationalism to attack higher education Florida plan to deputize National Guard officers as immigration judges at Alligator Alcatraz would likely violate constitutional rights ‘I just couldn’t stop crying’: How prison affects Black men’s mental health long after they’ve been released Ireland: Amnesty’s head urges Irish government to press ahead with Occupied Territories Bill Connie Francis was the voice of a generation and the soundtrack of post-war America Mark Latham’s portrait may come off federal caucus wall Chimamanda’s Lagos homecoming wasn’t just a book launch, it was a cultural moment Russia has lost its ‘Voice’ Trump has ‘chronic venous insufficiency’. Is it dangerous? Can it be treated? Former US consul general Gregory May on his tenure and a changing Hong Kong Bonnets, speech bubbles and ‘cheeky easter eggs’: a graphic biography of Jane Austen is subtly sophisticated Pragmatic engagement – what Albanese’s visit reveals about China relations in a turbulent world Thinking of trekking to Everest Base Camp? Don’t leave home without this expert advice Separated men are nearly 5 times more likely to take their lives than married men WA had the highest rates of Indigenous child removal in the country. At last, the state is finally facing up to it Australian law is clear: criticism of Israel does not breach the Racial Discrimination Act Friday essay: ‘nothing quite like it in the history of espionage’ – the Russian spies who pretended to be American Rising seas threaten to swallow one of NZ’s oldest settlement sites – new research AI is now part of our world. Uni graduates should know how to use it responsibly New Barbie with type 1 diabetes could help kids with the condition feel seen – and help others learn ‘Don’t tell me!’ Why some people love spoilers – and others will run a mile Clawback of $1.1B for PBS and NPR puts rural stations at risk – and threatens a vital source of journalism A generation on the move: how the brain drain is reshaping the Western Balkans Supreme Court news coverage has talked a lot more about politics ever since the 2016 death of Scalia and GOP blocking of Obama’s proposed nominee Colonization devastated biodiversity, habitats and human life in the Pacific Northwest Canada’s proposed Strong Borders Act further threatens the legal rights of migrants Bosnia and Herzegovina in crisis as Bosnian-Serb president rallies for secession Trump’s changing stance on Epstein files is testing the loyalty of his Maga base Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a big threat to women’s health, but it’s still under-recognized, under-diagnosed and under-treated Elbows down? Why Mark Carney seems to keep caving to Donald Trump Israel: Netanyahu considering early election but can he convince people he’s winning the war? Reform spent just £5.5m on the 2024 election, while Labour’s majority cost £30m – new data Big Roman shoes discovered near Hadrian’s Wall – but they don’t necessarily mean big Roman feet Incels, misogyny, role models: what England’s new relationships and sex education lessons will cover – and how young people will benefit Sex education in England to include warnings about choking – what parents need to know Bitter melon for diabetes? Fenugreek for cholesterol? The research behind ancient remedies We detected deep pulses beneath Africa – what we learned could help us understand volcanic activity Why the UK’s butterflies are booming in 2025 When public money is tight, how do governments put a price on culture? The beauty of coral reefs is key to their survival – so we came up with a way to measure it Japan and South Korea can show governments how to compete with China and US In Reframing Blackness, Alayo Akinkugbe challenges museums to see blackness first Why some ‘biodegradable’ wet wipes can be terrible for the environment Why employees hesitate to disclose mental health concerns – and what employers can do about it Will Donald Trump get Vladimir Putin (before Maga gets Trump)? UK to lower voting age to 16 – a once-in-a-generation opportunity to secure the future health of British democracy Why male corporate leaders and billionaires may need financial therapy more than anyone Angola: Authorities must respect and ensure the right to freedom of peaceful assembly College ‘general education’ requirements help prepare students for citizenship − but critics say it’s learning time taken away from useful studies Philly’s City Council turned down a new rental inspection program − studies show that might harm tenants’ health Data can show if government programs work or not, but the Trump administration is suppressing the necessary information Supreme Court justices’ political leanings got a lot more newspaper coverage after the 2016 death of Scalia – and reporters have been mentioning them ever since Children living near oil and gas wells face higher risk of rare leukemia, studies show Research replication can determine how well science is working – but how do scientists replicate studies? Poll finds bipartisan agreement on a key issue: Regulating AI When grief involves trauma − a social worker explains how to support survivors of the recent floods and other devastating losses Starmer’s suspension of ‘rebel’ MPs risks alienating his party in a way he can’t afford Nelson Mandela was a hard man who played a hard game. What if he was in Ramaphosa’s shoes? Thai activist lawyer Anon Nampa faces over 29 years in prison over ‘Royal Insult’ What will batteries of the future be made of? Four scientists discuss the options – podcast Grattan on Friday: New parliament presents traps for Albanese and Ley East African countries and open borders: great strides, but still a long way to go Babies born with DNA from three people hailed as breakthrough – but questions remain Why a surprise jump in unemployment isn’t as bad as it sounds New discovery at Cern could hint at why our universe is made up of matter and not antimatter The proposed mandatory carrying of ID in Trinidad & Tobago: A step toward safety or overreach? From coal to crops: Dayak women lead a just transition through backyard farming A Disappointing Ruling in Italy with a Silver Lining Direct talks in Abu Dhabi: a new chapter for Armenia-Azerbaijan peace? We need to value women in sport, UN rights chief says What does Australian law have to say about sovereign citizens and ‘pseudolaw’? Is it okay to boil water more than once, or should you empty the kettle every time? Is childbirth really safer for women and babies in private hospitals? Catholic clergy are speaking out on immigration − more than any other political issue except abortion I created a Vivaldi-inspired sound artwork for the Venice Biennale. The star of the show is an endangered bush-cricket Do women really need more sleep than men? A sleep psychologist explains Australia got off on a technicality for its climate inaction. But there are plenty more judgement days to come Is our mental health determined by where we live – or is it the other way round? New research sheds more light We were part of the world heritage listing of Murujuga. Here’s why all Australians should be proud Greece's Asylum Suspension Denies Rights, Puts Lives at Risk From Madımak’s ashes to LeMan magazine, new fronts in Turkey’s culture wars Why drones and AI can’t quickly find missing flood victims, yet The government wants local authorities to embrace AI – here’s one way it could work in practice What is astigmatism? Why does it make my vision blurry? And how did I get it? From Sister Rosetta Tharpe to Ronnie Yoshiko Fujiyama: how electric guitarists challenge expectations of gender How do we understand life on Earth? An 18th-century rivalry charts the tension between two types of science ‘genius’ The secret stories of trees are written in the knots and swirls of your floorboards. An expert explains how to read them Tasmania is limping towards an election nobody wants. Here’s the state of play Russia: Proposed amendments to counter-extremism laws escalate assault on dissent Immigrants in Europe and North America earn 18% less than natives – here’s why The golden oyster mushroom craze unleashed an invasive species – and a worrying new study shows it’s harming native fungi Paolo Borsellino: the murder of an anti-mafia prosecutor and the enduring mystery of his missing red notebook Seclusion rooms don’t make schools safe, and Ontario needs a policy From tea towels to TV remotes: eight everyday bacterial hotspots – and how to clean them Britons are less likely than Americans to invest in stocks – but they may not have the full picture Worries about the UK economy are justified, but can the government afford to gamble on raising taxes? Why Russia is not taking Trump’s threats seriously Design and Disability at the V&A is a rich, thought-provoking exhibition Gaza: More misery as new evacuation orders impact tens of thousands Alpha males are surprisingly rare among primates – new research Small penises are still the butt of the joke in film and TV MethaneSat: The climate spy satellite that went quiet Zonal pricing is dead – here’s how the UK should change its electricity system instead Measles isn’t just dangerous – it may erase your immune system California farmers identify a hot new cash crop: Solar power Angels, witches, crystals and black cats: How supernatural beliefs vary across different groups in the US What makes ‘great powers’ great? And how will they adapt to a multipolar world? Examining mushrooms under microscopes can help engineers design stronger materials What is peer review? The role anonymous experts play in scrutinizing research before it gets published University students feel ‘anxious, confused and distrustful’ about AI in the classroom and among their peers Love IRL: a new Quarter Life series on modern dating from The Conversation Looking for meaningful romantic relationships? Start by diversifying your friendships and forgetting your wishlist AI can be your wingman when online dating – but should you let it? ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ showcases Donald Trump’s penchant for visual cruelty How rising living costs are changing the way we date, live and love Biology is complex and diverse, so scientific research approaches need to be too Wafcon: 3 signs that African women’s football is finally starting to thrive Sudan’s war is an economic disaster: here’s how bad it could get Green energy and protecting nature get the thumbs up in climate change study in 68 countries Patients who feel heard are more likely to stick with medical treatment How drones are changing the way wars are fought 2025’s first summer heatwave was early, and deadly, for all of Western Europe Why is Israel bombing Syria? Politics with Michelle Grattan: Malcolm Turnbull on Australia’s ‘dumb’ defence debate Bribery in South Africa: law now puts a duty on companies to act Ken Henry urges nature law reform after decades of ‘intergenerational bastardry’ First Person: How many more children must die before the world acts? Why do some autistic people walk differently? Why it’s important young, unemployed Australians get a good job instead of just ‘any’ job Scientists could be accidentally damaging fossils with a method we thought was safe China’s insertion into India-Pakistan waters dispute adds a further ripple in South Asia Right-wing political group Advance is in the headlines. What is it and what does it stand for? We travelled to Antarctica to see if a Māori lunar calendar might help track environmental change How a drone delivering medicine might just save your life As house prices drop, will the retirement nest egg still be such a safe bet? Florida is fronting the $450M cost of Alligator Alcatraz – a legal scholar explains what we still don’t know about the detainees Trump free to begin gutting Department of Education after Supreme Court ‘shadow’ ruling − 5 essential reads How safe are the chemicals in sunscreen? A pharmacology expert explains Control fire and ferals in Australia’s tropical savannas to bring the small mammals back Australia’s census is getting a stress test – keeping it going is good for everyone China’s ‘nightmare’ youth revolution was lit by its neurotic authoritarian leader, Mao Zedong. What can we learn from it? How to approach going to the cinema like a philosopher Global: Caster Semenya’s Court Victory a Win for All Athletes How women are trapped in years of homelessness that often begin in their teens How AI can help protect bees from dangerous parasites What Canada could learn from the tragic consequences of the Texas flash flood Genocide’s legal limitations: what the Srebrenica massacre can teach us about Gaza Lagos is young and diverse, so what shapes ethnic and religious prejudice among teens? Our study tried to find out Whose turn is it? The question is at the heart of language and chimpanzees ask it too Africans survived 10,000 years of climate changes by adapting food systems – study offers lessons for modern times 3 ways Canadians can take control of their finances in an age of economic uncertainty England’s redesigned banknotes will reveal how the country sees itself Why the Sycamore Gap tree provoked such strong emotional reactions – a psychologist explains Why the Nazis stole a fragment of the Bayeux tapestry What Trump’s decision to send more weapons to Ukraine will mean for the war Taurine could power your energy drink – and maybe cancer cells too. Here’s what you need to know Consolation, community, national identity: what is lost when pubs close – and how they can be saved Why many Americans still think Darwin was wrong, yet the British don’t How to give children the freedom to play all across the city – not just in playgrounds Vanishing data in the U.S. undermines good public policy, with global implications Venezuela: Enforced disappearances amount to crimes against humanity EU-Israel: Refusal to suspend the EU-Israel Association Agreement is a ‘cruel and unlawful betrayal’ Gaza: 875 people confirmed dead trying to source food in recent weeks Malaysian human rights activists celebrate victories while noting that free speech challenges remain What’s behind the mass arrests of Ethiopian doctors? Just back from holiday and not feeling well? 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