By Michael Woods, Professor of Human Geography, Aberystwyth University
Wales prides itself in being a pioneer in environmental policy. It was the first country in the world to adopt a statutory duty for public bodies to make development sustainable, in 2015. Yet, environmental issues have rarely featured prominently in elections to the Senedd (the Welsh parliament).
This year is different. Wales votes for a new Senedd in May and parties are using contentious statements around environmental issues to differentiate themselves. Issues including windfarms, expansion of pylons and…
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By Uri Gal, Professor in Business Information Systems, University of Sydney
Starting later this year, Woolworths shoppers will able to use AI to plan meals and even add items to their carts. It’s convenient – but with potential hidden costs.
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By Amy Thunig-McGregor, Research Fellow, Jumbunna Institute for Indigenous Education and Research, University of Technology Sydney
Sometimes the bravest and most important thing you can do is cook dinner and gather with the people you love.
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By Stephen Goldsmith, Tutor in Mental Health Nursing, Swinburne University of Technology
Beyond its monsters and 1980s nostalgia, Stranger Things resonates because it tells stories of struggles familiar to young people: trauma that lingers, identity that wavers, and friendships that buffer against fear.
And by turning inner struggles into visible monsters, Stranger Things can provide a lens to discuss trauma, identity and resilience.
Here are some of Stranger Things’ insights into adolescent development and mental health – and how adults can use the show to talk to teenagers about their own mental health.
Facing our fears
In the series,…
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By Euan Ritchie, Professor in Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, School of Life & Environmental Sciences, Deakin University
The Victorian fires burned though diverse environments across the state. Native animals suffered through heat and smoke, including thousands of dead flying foxes.
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By Paul McGreevy, Professor, School of Veterinary Science, University of Sydney
Rimini Quinn, PhD Candidate, School of Veterinary Science, University of Sydney
You can’t spot an aggressive dog just from its looks or breed. Genetic testing could better predict which dogs will bite.
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By Margaret Murray, Senior Lecturer, Nutrition, Swinburne University of Technology
It’s mango season. They’re cheap, delicious, in the shops or you can buy trays at roadside stalls.
But what can you actually do with a trayful?
Sure, smoothies are great, but what if you want to try something else?
I’ve collected mango recipes from super simple to those for more confident cooks. These versatile recipes range from nutritious main meals to delicious sweet treats.
Try out these top five sweet and savoury mango recipes this summer.
Well done for choosing mangoes
Mangoes are not only a delicious summer…
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By Jonathan Este, Senior International Affairs Editor, Associate Editor, The Conversation
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For anyone who has watched Iranians take to the streets before, as they have at reasonably regular intervals over the years, this week’s protests had a depressingly familiar feel – viewed from the safety and comfort of the UK, that is.
What started as angry bazaar…
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By Dudley L. Poston Jr., Professor of Sociology, Texas A&M University
The Asian giant is grappling with a dramatic population decline, with a fertility rate of 1.0, well below the 2.1 replacement rate.
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By Jonas Gamso, Associate Professor and Deputy Dean of Knowledge Enterprise for the Thunderbird School of Global Management, Arizona State University
Hossain Ahmed Taufiq, Postdoctoral Fellow of Ocean Diplomacy and Leadership, Arizona State University
The expansion of Arctic shipping, scramble for seafloor mining and overfishing are all straining international relationships. But the powers of diplomacy go beyond ocean treaties.
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