By David King, Senior Lecturer in General Practice, The University of Queensland
There can be a range of reasons for a persistent cough. But most chronic coughs are caused by three conditions.
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By Erin Brannigan, Associate Professor, Theatre and Performance, UNSW Sydney
The stage is covered in stars that fill the depth of the space. When the 18 dancers slowly gather, they move through a night sky.
This sky, and the scenes that unfold in Bangarra’s Illume are tied to the Goolarrgon clan of the Bardi Jawi people, the First Peoples of the Dampier Peninsula on the west coast of the Kimberley. Choreographer Frances Rings chose as her primary collaborator visual artist Darrell Sibosado who brings his cultural knowledge of that Country to the work, alongside cultural consultants Trevor Sampi and Audrey (Pippi) Bin Swani, also from Bardi Country.
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By Vaughan Cruickshank, Senior Lecturer in Health and Physical Education, University of Tasmania
The World Test Championship has faced criticism from many, not that Australia and South Africa will care as they prepare for the final.
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By Matthew Ricketson, Professor of Communication, Deakin University
This devastating book successfully prosecutes the case of Biden’s decline and the conspiracy to hide it – but underplays Biden’s achievements.
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By Eya Benhassine, Candidate au doctorat en sciences de l'éducation, Université de Montréal
In recent decades, Canadian universities have made definite progress ensuring gender equality in access to faculty positions. But despite this, persistent inequalities remain, and they are much more entrenched than one might think.
Over the past decade, guided by a federal commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), Canadian universities have given priority to discussions and measures aimed at diversifying their faculty. Universities have established equity and diversity offices to ensure that their recruitment and retention policies reflect principles of equity.
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By Laura Revell, Associate Professor in Atmospheric Chemistry, University of Canterbury
Michele Bannister, Senior Lecturer in Astronomy, School of Physical and Chemical Sciences Te Kura Matū, University of Canterbury
While rocket launches are increasing dramatically every year, it is still possible to mitigate any harmful effects on the ozone layer.
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By Amanda H.A. Watson, Fellow, Department of Pacific Affairs, Australian National University
Atishnal Elvin Chand, Senior Research Officer, Department of Pacific Affairs, Australian National University
In the past few years, Starlink’s satellite internet service has become available across much of the Pacific. This has created new challenges for regulators in Pacific Island countries: some have promoted Starlink while others have banned it.
What is Starlink?
Elon Musk founded the space technology company SpaceX in 2002, and owns about 44% of it.
Among other projects, SpaceX has launched…
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By Amnesty International
In response to the Trump administration’s deployment of National Guard troops to Los Angeles, Amnesty International USA Executive Director, Paul O’Brien, made the following statement: “President Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops to Los Angeles in response to protests against recent ICE raids is deeply alarming. This shows the Trump administration is ready to do […] The post USA: Deployment of National Guard to Los Angeles in Response to ICE Raids Is Dangerous appeared first on Amnesty International. ]]>
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By Amnesty International
On 5 June 2025, the UN Human Rights Committee issued a ruling against the State of Guatemala for violating the human rights of Fátima, a girl who survived repeated sexual violence by a teacher, and who was forced to continue with pregnancy and motherhood as a result of rape. This decision, which was made possible […] The post Guatemala: UN committee calls for guarantees that no girl will be forced to become a mother appeared first on Amnesty International. ]]>
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By Angelina Baric, PhD Student, Department of Kinesiology, McMaster University
Anthea Christoforou, Assistant Professor, Department of Kinesiology, McMaster University
Research shows that the effects of ultra-processed foods can accumulate over time, adding to the risk of heart attack, stroke and other serious health issues, even for healthy people.
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