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Sarah Legge

Associate Professor, Australian National University

Sarah Legge is a wildlife ecologist, with research expertise in fire and feral animal management for conservation outcomes.

Reading desert sands – Indigenous wildlife tracking skills underpin vast monitoring project

Sep 29, 2024 10:15 am UTC| Nature

As animals move across the desert, they leave tracks, diggings and droppings. For skilled trackers, reading these signs is like watching a movie. A story of who was there and what they were doing unfolds in front of...

Conservation scientists are grieving after the bushfires -- but we must not give up

Jan 21, 2020 01:38 am UTC| Insights & Views Nature

That a billion animals may die as a result of this summers fires has horrified the world. For many conservation biologists and managers, however, the unprecedented extent and ferocity of the fires has incinerated much more...

An end to endings: how to stop more Australian species going extinct

Mar 06, 2019 14:12 pm UTC| Insights & Views Nature

This is part of a major series called Advancing Australia, in which leading academics examine the key issues facing Australia in the lead-up to the 2019 federal election and beyond. Read the other pieces in the series...

Economy

US Targets Huawei Ties in TSMC AI Chip Scandal Sparking Fresh Tech Showdown

The US is preparing to blacklist Sophgo for its involvement in supplying TSMC chips found in Huaweis AI processors. This decision intensifies Washingtons campaign against Chinas tech ambitions and raises new challenges for...

Honda, Nissan Discuss Factory Sharing Moves to Counter Trump’s Trade Shifts and Expand Global Reach

Factory sharing between Honda and Nissan could reshape their global presence as they navigate uncertainties tied to Trumps policies. Talks highlight their strategic efforts to streamline operations and secure a competitive...

Tesla Addresses 'Cell Dent' Issues in Cybertruck Batteries, Sends Units Back to Gigafactory Texas

Tesla has discovered cell dent problems in its Cybertruck battery packs, prompting the automaker to send affected vehicles back to Gigafactory Texas for replacement. The issue affects inventory vehicles and highlights...

US Grants $6.75 Billion in Chips Awards to Samsung, Texas Instruments, and Amkor for Manufacturing Boom

The US Commerce Department has finalized $6.75 billion in chips funding, granting billions to Samsung, Texas Instruments, and Amkor in a major push to secure domestic semiconductor leadership. Samsung Secures Largest Share...

Eli Lilly’s Zepbound Becomes FDA’s First Weight-Loss Drug Approved for Sleep Apnea Treatment

The FDA has approved Eli Lillys Zepbound as the first weight-loss drug to treat obstructive sleep apnea, reshaping care for millions living with obesity-related sleep disorders. The groundbreaking drug improves sleep...

Politics

Donald Trump's Alleged Plans to Fire Elon Musk Spark Controversy Over Administration Rift and Business Ties

Speculation is mounting over reports that former President Donald Trump is considering removing Elon Musk from any future role in his administration. The rumors, amplified by a post on Polymarket predicting only a 13%...

Mitt Romney Claims 'Democrats Will Save Johnson' Sparking Outrage Over 'Speaker's Leadership and Bipartisan Politics'

In a striking statement, Senator Mitt Romney suggested that Democrats may intervene to keep Mike Johnson as Speaker of the House. The claim, shared in a tweet by conservative commentator Laura Loomer, has sparked a fiery...

Sen. Mike Lee Predicts 'Mike Johnson Ouster' and Floats 'Vivek or Elon' for Speaker Role

Utah Senator Mike Lee has stirred political discourse by predicting House Speaker Mike Johnson could soon be ousted from his role. Lees comments, made during a radio interview on Thursday, included a surprising pitch for...

Trump Pledges to 'Overturn Biden's 'Mass Amnesty Plan' Sparking Immigration Debate and Political Uproar

Former President Donald Trump has vowed to rescind President Joe Bidens mass amnesty plan if reelected, intensifying the national conversation around immigration policy. Trumps statement, delivered at a rally in Iowa on...

Joe Biden's $1.2 Billion 'Ukraine Aid' Faces Backlash Over 'Domestic Priorities and Accountability'

porting Ukraine. This isnt just about Ukraine; its about defending democracy worldwide and countering Russian aggression, stated House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. The Biden administration has also faced mounting...

Science

Emergency Declared as Bird Flu 'Spreads' to California Dairy Cows

California Governor Gavin Newsom has officially declared a state of emergency in response to the rapidly escalating bird flu outbreak. The declaration comes after avian influenza was detected in dairy cows, a rare and...

Missing Radioactive Material in New Jersey Sparks Panic — Are Drones ‘Hunting for It’?

A small amount of radioactive material went missing in New Jersey earlier this month, raising concerns over public safety and potential security risks. The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) confirmed on December 2,...

Some black holes at the centers of galaxies have a buddy − but detecting these binary pairs isn’t easy

Every galaxy has a supermassive black hole at its center, much like every egg has a yolk. But sometimes, hens lay eggs with two yolks. In a similar way, astrophysicists like us who study supermassive black holes expect to...

Astronomers have pinpointed the origin of mysterious repeating radio bursts from space

Slowly repeating bursts of intense radio waves from space have puzzled astronomers since they were discovered in 2022. In new research, we have for the first time tracked one of these pulsating signals back to its...

How is Donald Trump prioritizing funding for cancer research in 2025?

President-elect Donald Trump has announced a major initiative to prioritize funding for cancer research in 2025, pledging billions in federal support to combat one of the worlds leading causes of death. The plan includes...

Technology

OpenAI Heats Up AI Race with o3 Models Aiming to Outperform Google’s Gemini in Complex Problem Solving

OpenAI is raising the stakes in AI innovation with its o3 and o3 mini models, designed for superior reasoning and complex problem-solving. Scheduled for early 2024 releases, these models target leadership in the fierce...

Top AI Chip Stock Positioned for Explosive 2025 Growth, Jefferies Signals Major Upside

A top-performing AI chip company has emerged as Jefferies standout stock for 2025, fueled by groundbreaking advancements in custom chip designs. Analysts predict the firm could achieve record-breaking revenues and market...

NVIDIA Tracks China’s H100 Chip Breach as Super Micro Computer Faces New Compliance Pressure

NVIDIA is probing how restricted H100 chips are ending up in China. Allegations of forged serial numbers and questionable distributor practices, including Super Micro Computer, have triggered a sweeping investigation into...

Nintendo Switch 2 Dock Leak Hints at Faster Performance but 4K Output Reportedly Capped at 30 FPS

A recent leak claims the Nintendo Switch 2 dock will enable faster performance but may disappoint fans with its rumored 4K resolution limit at 30 FPS. Updated Joy-Con details and dock specifications provide intriguing...

Tesla Robotaxi Mystery Deepens as Undisclosed City Nears a Breakthrough Launch With Officials Involved

Tesla has begun early discussions with local officials in an unnamed city as it prepares for a bold Robotaxi launch. The move follows recent unveiling plans and signals a significant step toward deploying fully autonomous...

Digital Currency

FxWirePro- Major Crypto levels and bias summary

Cryptocurrency Market Shakeup: Record ETF Outflows, Major Acquisitions, and Whale Movements

FxWirePro- Top trending coins (CoinGecko)

Law

Pennsylvania Scandal Erupts as Woman Charged with 'Registering Dead Voters' Linked to Democrat-Founded Group

'Health CEO Killing Suspect' Faces Charges as Case Sparks 'Anger at US Healthcare'

Georgia Court Ousts Fani Willis from Trump 'Election Case' Over 'Impropriety'

Life

Satanic Temple’s Statue ‘Destroyed in Controversial Scene Near Nativity Display’ Sparks Outrage: What Happened?

Burger King ‘We Don’t Snitch’ Post EXPOSED as Fake! Outrage Over Mangione Arrest Tweet Turns to Shock

Retiring with debt? Experts explain downsizing, using super for your mortgage, and pension eligibility

Nature

‘Unseen world’: researchers capture fascinating footage of the world’s smallest penguins in a bid to save them

Ravaged jungle: just 25% of the world’s surviving tropical rainforests are in good condition

Around 9,000 species have already gone extinct in Australia and we’ll likely lose another this week – new study

Sports

What Father David Bauer can tell us about Canadian hockey today

Why is soccer fandom so linked to violence?

Pepe Marti’s Epic F2 Win: ‘Game-Changer’ in Championship Battle as Abbi Pulling Steals F1 Academy Spotlight

Technical Analysis

FxWirePro: EUR/AUD regains upwards momentum ,room for further gains

FxWirePro: GBP/AUD bullish outlook with scope to target 2.0150 level

FxWirePro: EUR/NZD recovers from early losses, now targets key fibo resistance

Market Data

Texas Rep. Kay Granger's Alleged 'Memory Care Stay' Sparks Debate Over Leadership and Transparency

Tesla Addresses 'Cell Dent' Issues in Cybertruck Batteries, Sends Units Back to Gigafactory Texas

Pennsylvania Scandal Erupts as Woman Charged with 'Registering Dead Voters' Linked to Democrat-Founded Group

Eli Lilly’s Zepbound Becomes FDA’s First Weight-Loss Drug Approved for Sleep Apnea Treatment

Cryptocurrency Market Shakeup: Record ETF Outflows, Major Acquisitions, and Whale Movements

Trump Pledges to 'Overturn Biden's 'Mass Amnesty Plan' Sparking Immigration Debate and Political Uproar

US Grants $6.75 Billion in Chips Awards to Samsung, Texas Instruments, and Amkor for Manufacturing Boom

Mitt Romney Claims 'Democrats Will Save Johnson' Sparking Outrage Over 'Speaker's Leadership and Bipartisan Politics'

Top AI Chip Stock Positioned for Explosive 2025 Growth, Jefferies Signals Major Upside

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