By Tanya Latty, Associate Professor in Entomology, University of Sydney
In humans, social complexity usually involves clear governance hierarchies, with leaders and middle managers directing our activities. But ants don’t work that way.
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By Joanne Orlando, Researcher, Digital Wellbeing, Western Sydney University
Taking regular breaks from technology seems like a good idea. A digital wellbeing expert explains if that’s backed by science.
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Monday, May 11, 2026
Drones caused more than 80 per cent of civilian deaths in Sudan’s war during the first four months of 2026, killing at least 880 people, the UN human rights chief said on Monday, warning that escalating drone warfare could push the conflict into an even deadlier phase.
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By Rana Mitter, Professor of U.S.-Asia Relations, Harvard Kennedy School
Taiwan, trade and AI regulation are on the agenda. But will there be progress on any of these issues during Beijing sit-down?
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By Stephen Bartos, Professor of Economics, University of Canberra
The government is under pressure to spend more on cost-of-living help. Getting the balance wrong could trigger further interest rates hikes.
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By Claire Fitzpatrick, Lecturer, Edith Cowan University
Emily Foley, Postdoctoral research fellow, Flinders University; University of Canberra
Social media ‘influencers’ were dismissed in some quarters when they were allowed into the budget lock-up. But they carry huge clout, and are here to stay.
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By Anthony Scott, Professor of Health Economics and Director, Centre for Health Economics, Monash Business School, Monash University
Specialist doctors have the highest incomes in the country and run the most profitable business. But patients often can’t afford their fees.
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By Emma Bradshaw, Research Fellow, Motivation and Behaviour, Australian Catholic University
Not having a clear plan for after school is normal. It is totally unrealistic to think you will know all the answers to these questions at 17 or 18.
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By Julien Cooper, Lecturer, Department of History and Archaeology, Macquarie University
Maël Crépy, Researcher in Geography and Ancient History, Université Lumière Lyon 2
Marie Bourgeois, PhD Candidate, Ancient History, Université Lumière Lyon 2
The circular mass graves were filled with the bones of people and animals, often carefully arranged around a key person at the centre.
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By Julienne van Loon, Associate Professor in Creative Writing, School of Culture and Communication, The University of Melbourne
“Divested of others, what exactly is a self?” This question occurs halfway through Siri Hustvedt’s extraordinary new grief memoir, Ghost Stories. By my reading, it propels the whole book.
Ghost Stories reflects on Hustvedt’s life with her husband Paul Auster, her partner of 43 years, in the aftermath of his death, aged 77, in April 2024. An internationally renowned writer and filmmaker, Auster’s notable works include
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