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Israel-Gaza conflict: Home and away

By Vinita Srivastava

Its not often that events far away impact us so profoundly at home. But events in Palestine and Israel, which have been reverberating in the Global North for decades, crescendoed over the past year, directly impacting...

AI affects everyone – including Indigenous people. It’s time we have a say in how it’s built

By Tamika Worrell

Since artificial intelligence (AI) became mainstream over the past two years, many of the risks it poses have been widely documented. As well as fuelling deep fake porn, threatening personal privacy and accelerating the...

Use of AI in property valuation is on the rise – but we need greater transparency and trust

By William Cheung Et Al

New Zealands economy has been described as a housing market with bits tacked on. Buying and selling property is a national sport fuelled by the rising value of homes across the country. But the wider public has little...

US inflation rate fell to 2.4% in September − here’s what that means for interest rates and markets

By Jason Reed

It wasnt that long ago that the Federal Reserve, the central bank for the United States, was worrying that annual inflation would surpass 9% in the middle of 2022. The U.S. economy hadnt seen prices rise that fast since...

Hurricane Milton explodes into a powerful Category 5 storm as it heads for Florida − here’s how rapid intensification works

By Zachary Handlos Et Al

Hurricane Milton rapidly intensified into a dangerous Category 5 hurricane on Oct. 7, 2024, as it headed across the Gulf of Mexico toward Florida. Twenty-four hours earlier, it was barely a Category 1 storm. As its wind...

Wealthier Canadians live longer and are less likely to be dependent as they age, new research finds

By Marie-Louise Leroux Et Al

Population aging is a growing challenge for developed countries like Canada, with significant implications for health care and long-term care systems. In OECD (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development)...

‘Ecocide’ is being used as a weapon of war in Ukraine. It should be one of the crimes tried in the International Criminal Court

By Renéo Lukic Et Al

Since Feb. 24, 2022, Russia has been waging simultaneous wars in Ukraine: a conventional one, hybrid or cyber warfare, and one against the environment, or ecocide. Ecocide, used as a weapon of war, takes place alongside...

Still with the Tony Soprano memes? Young audiences are watching the series with fresh eyes

By Alexander H. Beare

HBOs latest crime drama The Penguin came with a flood of memes on TikTok, X and Instagram. They compare actor Colin Farrells Oswald Cobblepot to James Gandolfinis Tony Soprano. Its true, there are undeniable...

Failure to launch: why the Albanese government is in trouble

By Carol Johnson

It wasnt meant to be like this. In her 2022 study of Anthony Albanese, Katharine Murphy describes a prime minister who thought hed be successfully managing an idealistic, collaborative and positive new politics that...

Many stable atoms have ‘magic numbers’ of protons and neutrons − 75 years ago, 2 physicists discovered their special properties

By Artemis Spyrou Et Al

The word magic is not often used in the context of science. But in the early 1930s, scientists discovered that some atomic nuclei the center part of atoms, which make up all matter were more stable than others. These...

Too good to be true? New study shows people reject freebies and cheap deals for fear of hidden costs

By Andrew Vonasch

If youre offered a free cookie, you might say yes. But if youre paid to eat a free cookie, would your response be the same? In our new research, twice as many people were willing to eat a cookie when they werent offered...

No time for a holiday? A ‘workation’ could be the answer

By Mariachiara Barzotto

Imagine this: youre lounging on the beach, waves crashing in the background. A laptop sits on the table next to your iced coffee. In between meetings, you dip into the ocean or explore a hiking trail. This is the ideal...

Marburg virus outbreak in Rwanda – what you need to know

By Manal Mohammed

Rwanda is in the midst of its first outbreak of Marburg virus an often fatal disease with symptoms similar to Ebola. So far, 46 cases have been recorded and 12 deaths. The source of the outbreak is still not...

Football acts like referees are the issue but they are just following the rules

By Daniel Hough

Football seems to have a problem with referees. Barely a weekend goes by without someone a manager, a player, a pundit making it abundantly clear that many of those who officiate are (apparently) not very good at their...

MicroRNA is the Nobel-winning master regulator of the genome – researchers are learning to treat disease by harnessing how it controls genes

By Andrea Kasinski

When Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun discovered a new molecule they called microRNA in the 1980s, it was a fascinating diversion from what for decades had been called the central dogma of molecular biology. Recognized...

Gas isn’t a good alternative to coal – South Africa should focus on solar, wind and green hydrogen

By Richard Calland

South Africa is immersed in a just energy transition from a fossil fuel-based energy system to a cleaner, low-carbon energy system. This new system will be based primarily on renewable energy, such as solar, wind and green...

NASA wants to send humans to Mars in the 2030s − a crewed mission could unlock some of the red planet’s geologic mysteries

By Joel S. Levine

NASA plans to send humans on a scientific round trip to Mars potentially as early as 2035. The trip will take about six to seven months each way and will cover up to 250 million miles (402 million kilometers) each way. The...

Air pollution inside Philly’s subway is much worse than on the streets

By Kabindra Shakya Et Al

The air quality in the City Hall subway station in downtown Philadelphia is much worse than on the sidewalks directly above the station. That is a key finding of our new study published in the Journal of Exposure Science ...

The extraordinary life of Alfred Nobel

By Jonas F. Ludvigsson

The Nobel prizes may be one of the most famous and prestigious awards in the world but who was the man behind them? As I explain in my lectures about Alfred Nobel, the inventor and entrepreneur has left a lasting legacy...

Meet the microbes that transform toxic carbon monoxide into valuable biofuel

By Maximilienne Toetie Allaart

Microbes are hungry. All the time. And they live everywhere, in enormous numbers. We might not see them with the naked eye, but they are in soils, lakes, oceans, hydrothermal vents, our homes, and even in and on our own...

NASA is launching a major mission to look for habitable spots on Jupiter’s moon Europa

By James Lloyd

On October 10, NASA is launching a hotly anticipated new mission to Jupiters fourth-largest moon, Europa. Called Europa Clipper, the spacecraft will conduct a detailed study of the moon, looking for potential places...

‘Dark tourism’ is attracting visitors to war zones and sites of atrocities in Israel and Ukraine. Why?

By Juliet Rogers

There is a disturbing trend of people travelling to the sadder places of the world: sites of military attacks, war zones and disasters. Dark tourism is now a phenomenon, with its own website and dedicated tour guides....

Smokers have a higher level of harmful bacteria in the mouth – new study

By Yvonne Prince Et Al

A recent report by the World Health Organization (WHO) estimated that 8 million people die annually from smoking related complications. Despite efforts by governments and various organisations to create awareness about the...

A year of escalating conflict in the Middle East has ushered in a new era of regional displacement

By Nicholas R. Micinski Et Al

A year of conflict has ushered in a new era of mass displacement in the Middle East. Since Hamas attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, and the subsequent sustained Israeli bombardment of Gaza, Israel has expanded its...

Dockworkers pause strike after Biden administration’s appeal to patriotism hits the mark

By Anna Nagurney

A dockworkers strike that froze operations at East Coast and Gulf Coast ports for 2½ days was paused on Oct. 3. The Conversation U.S. asked Anna Nagurney, a scholar of supply chains, to assess the extent of...

The UK’s £22 billion bet on carbon capture will lock in fossil fuels for decades

By Mark Maslin

The UK government has announced it will invest almost 22 billion in carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects over the next 25 years. The technology works by capturing CO₂ as it is being emitted by a power plant or another...

Can China’s stimulus blitz fix its flagging economy?

By Sambit Bhattacharyya

Pan Gongsheng, the governor of Chinas central bank, announced a raft of measures on September 24 aimed at boosting the countrys flagging economy. The move, which came a week before the 75th anniversary of communist party...

AI has a stupid secret: we’re still not sure how to test for human levels of intelligence

By Andrew Rogoyski

Two of San Franciscos leading players in artificial intelligence have challenged the public to come up with questions capable of testing the capabilities of large language models (LLMs) like Google Gemini and OpenAIs o1....

UK hands Chagos Islands to Mauritius, marking the end of a longstanding sovereignty dispute

By James Brocklesby

The UK government has announced that it will transfer sovereignty of a remote cluster of islands in the Indian Ocean to Mauritius. The final treaty outlining the transfer of the Chagos Islands, where there is a significant...

Reinventing News: Tokenization and the Fight for Journalism

By Sungmin Kwon

Journalism is at a breaking point. The pursuit of page views has left media scrambling for eyeballs, with sensational headlines and fake news eroding public trust worldwide. Advertisers, eager for impressions,...

As Yelp turns 20, online reviews continue to confound and confuse shoppers

By Ann Kronrod

For the past 20 years, Yelp has been providing a platform for people to share their experiences at businesses ranging from bars to barbershops. According to the company, in that time the platform has published 287 million...

Low pay, high staff turnover and employee burnout took a toll on social service nonprofits during the COVID-19 pandemic − new research

By Susan Neely-Barnes Et Al

Social service nonprofits had high rates of staff turnover and a hard time filling vacant positions in 2022 as the COVID-19 pandemic was ending. Low salaries, inadequate benefits, staff burnout and a shortage of...

What is bankruptcy?

By Jason Harris

Capitalism without insolvency is like Christianity without Hell. Those were the words of former Apollo 8 commander Frank Borman, speaking as chairman of Eastern Airlines in the United States in the early...

‘Carbon contracts for difference’ are not a silver bullet for climate action

By Daniel Rosenbloom

With the end of the supply-and-confidence agreement and plummeting support for the Liberals, Canadas climate policy mix is becoming increasingly unstable with the future of everything from investment tax credits to carbon...

In a largely uneventful and inconsequential US vice presidential debate, no one can claim victory

By Emma Shortis

Just like vice presidents themselves, in US politics, debates dont really matter until they do. The most recent debate (and likely the last of the 2024 election cycle) between aspiring vice presidents Senator JD Vance and...

What the facial expressions of Tim Walz and JD Vance said about their nerves, embarrassment and pride

By Patrick Stewart

Neither Ohio GOP Sen. JD Vance nor Minnesota Democratic Gov. Tim Walz has the national stature of Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump, so viewers had a chance to judge these two relatively...

Is your car a threat to national security? It can be – regardless of where it’s made

By Dennis B. Desmond

In April, US lawmakers urged President Joe Biden to ban Chinese-built electric vehicles (EVs), labelling them an existential threat to the American auto industry. The proposed ban arose from concerns that Chinese car...

Wondering what AI actually is? Here are the 7 things it can do for you

By Sandra Peter Et Al

You know weve reached peak interest in artificial intelligence (AI) when Oprah Winfrey hosts a television special about it. AI is truly everywhere. And we will all have a relationship with it whether using it, building...

Tougher than the GFC: why NZ’s small businesses may be in worse shape than in 2008

By Antje Fiedler Et Al

With rising costs and drops in consumer spending, small businesses have been struggling lately. Continuous economic pressure is causing significant stress and burnout among small business owners, while confidence...

The biodiversity jukebox: how sound can boost beneficial soil microbes to heal nature

By Jake M Robinson Et Al

In a race against time, scientists are exploring new ways to restore natural systems. Alongside traditional methods such as planting trees, reducing pollution and reintroducing native species, a surprising new tool is...

Resiliency and concussion: Why do some athletes develop neurodegeneration and others don’t?

By Ravi Menon

Ontarios Minister of Sport, 71-year-old Neil Lumsden, recently announced his decision to donate his brain to the Concussion Legacy Foundation Canada to support research on brain injuries. Lumsden played 10 years in the...

What pathogen might spark the next pandemic? How scientists are preparing for ‘disease X’

By Allen Cheng

Before the COVID pandemic, the World Health Organization (WHO) had made a list of priority infectious diseases. These were felt to pose a threat to international public health, but where research was still needed to...

‘We nicknamed it Eddy’: what do schools and teachers think of AI in classrooms?

By Vitomir Kovanovic Et Al

Its almost two years since ChatGPT burst onto the scene in late 2022. Since then, educators worldwide have been grappling with what generative artificial intelligence might mean for classrooms and learning. ChatGPT has...

Friday essay: ‘I know my ache is not your pain’ – disabled writers imagine a healthier world

By Andy Jackson

There are many reasons why I shouldnt be here. If youd shown my ten-year-old self my life as it is now, hed have been stunned, mostly because he half-expected an early death. My father, who had Marfan Syndrome, the genetic...

‘We’re all Muriel’: why we still love Muriel’s Wedding, 30 years on

By Lisa French

P.J. Hogans classic Australian film Muriels Wedding is 30 and it plays as well today as it did when it had its world premiere. Muriel might have been terrible but the film was a great success. Australians love to laugh...

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

By Sarah Legge Et Al

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...

What are the 10 greatest upsets in VFL/AFL grand final history?

By Brendon Hyndman Et Al

The Brisbane Lions are the underdogs for Saturdays AFL grand final against Sydney. After defeating Geelong in Victoria for the first time in 20 years, they have reached the grand final from fifth on the ladder, without...

Access to a GP can make all the difference in surviving lung cancer – and that is a problem for Māori

By Ross Lawrenson Et Al

Surviving lung cancer in Aotearoa New Zealand could depend on whether you can access a GP raising questions about equity in the countrys health system. Our new research examines the outcomes for patients who are...

Eric Adams indictment: How campaign finance violations often grow into dramatic scandals

By Charlie Hunt Et Al

New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been charged with bribery and fraud following a spiraling federal investigation into his administration. Among other accusations, federal prosecutors alleged in their September 2024...

Oil pollution in North Sea is ‘grossly underestimated’, suggests new report

By Rosie Williams

Growing up in Aberdeen, Scotland, the shadow of the Piper Alpha disaster loomed large over our community. The tragic explosion of the oil rig platform in 1988 claimed the lives of 167 people. Back then, I was blissfully...

Asian Markets Rally Amid Optimism, Oil Prices Slide on Geopolitical News

Asian Stocks Surge with Investor Optimism Asian markets experienced a boost on Tuesday, driven by a strong close on Wall Street and positive sentiment regarding corporate earnings. The Nikkei index surged 1%, reaching a...

Gold Fluctuates Amid Economic Uncertainty and Geopolitical Tensions: Market Outlook

08:18 AM| Insights & Views

Goldjumped sharply after hitting a minor bottom around $2602 as demand for safe-haven increased.It hit a highof $2666at the time of writing and is currently trading around $2661.74. The precious metal in the near...

Virgin Australia Reports Strong Annual Profit and Revenue Growth

05:59 AM| Business

Virgin Australias Financial Resurgence On Monday, Virgin Australia announced it has achieved its second consecutive annual profit, showcasing a 6.8% year-on-year increase in revenue. This positive financial performance...

Renault’s Strategic Shift: How Low-Cost Gearbox Technology is Fueling Growth in Europe's Hybrid Car Market

05:53 AM| Business

Renault CEO Luca de Meo is making strategic waves in Europes burgeoning hybrid car market with a pioneering low-cost gearbox technology. This approach not only provides Renault with a competitive edge but also gives the...

Gold Prices Steady Amid U.S. Rate Speculations; Copper Dips on Underwhelming China Stimulus

05:36 AM| Economy

Gold Prices Hold Steady as Traders Await U.S. Interest Rate Cues In Asian trading on Monday, gold prices steadied as investors looked for more signals on U.S. interest rates from several upcoming speeches by Federal...

Singapore's Economy Grows 4.1% in Q3: A Positive Outlook Amid Global Challenges

04:27 AM| Economy

Singapores Economic Growth Surpasses Expectations in Q3 2024 Singapores economy demonstrated impressive resilience, growing by 4.1% year-on-year in the third quarter of 2024, according to preliminary data released by...

The Debt Crisis of the World’s Poorest Countries: A Call for Urgent Action

04:17 AM| Economy

The Growing Debt Crisis Among the Poorest Nations According to a recent World Bank report, the 26 poorest countries, which are home to 40% of the worlds most impoverished population, are experiencing their highest debt...

Oil Prices Decline Over 1.5% Amidst Weak Chinese Inflation Data

03:24 AM| Economy

Oil prices fell by more than $1 a barrel on Monday, experiencing a decline of over 1.5% in early trading. This drop was primarily driven by disappointing inflation data from China and uncertainty surrounding Beijings...

Top Stories

Kamala Harris is being held to the same old double standard

By Mireille Lalancette - 07:19 AM| Insights & Views Politics

There were many attacks from both sides during the U.S. presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Yet while Trump could afford to criticize Harris by questioning both her intelligence and her loyalty to...

South Africa’s unity government is being tested – the toppling of a mayor in a key city exposes faultlines

By Susan Booysen - 07:20 AM| Insights & Views Politics

South Africas long-governing party, the ANC, performed disastrously in the countrys May 2024 elections. Its electoral fortunes are now tied to regaining support in Gauteng, the most populous and economically important...

One of science’s greatest achievements: how the rapid development of COVID vaccines prepares us for future pandemics

By Paul Griffin1 - 11:59 AM| Insights & Views Science

Since COVID was first reported in December 2019, there have been more than 775 million recorded infections and more than 7 million deaths from the disease. This makes COVID the seventh-deadliest pandemic in recorded...

Global Geopolitics Series

October 7 marks 12 months of escalation into the ‘forever war’ now engulfing the Middle East

By Scott Lucas - 12:02 PM| Insights & Views

One year after Hamass mass killing of nearly 1,200 Israelis and foreign nationals and abduction of 251 others, and almost a year into the Israeli retribution that has so far slain almost 42,000 in Gaza, there seems no...

How a newspaper revolution sparked protesters and influencers, disinformation and the Civil War

By Jon Grinspan - 07:25 AM| Insights & Views Business Politics

Theres one question I get every time I give a talk. Im a curator of political history at the Smithsonian Institution, and when I discuss the deep history of political division in our country, someone in the audience always...

Is big tech harming society? To find out, we need research – but it’s being manipulated by big tech itself

By Timothy Graham - 10:25 AM| Insights & Views Technology

For almost a decade, researchers have been gathering evidence that the social media platform Facebook disproportionately amplifies low-quality content and misinformation. So it was something of a surprise when in 2023...

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Economy

Global Public Debt Surpasses $100 Trillion: IMF Report Insights

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected that the worlds total public debt will exceed $100 trillion for the first time in 2024, driven by increased government spending and slower economic growth. This alarming...

Bank of Japan's Interest Rate Outlook: No Immediate Hikes Expected

BOJs Current Rate Stance A recent Reuters poll reveals that the Bank of Japan (BOJ) will likely maintain its interest rate at 0.25% through December 2024. This decision comes despite nearly 90% of economists...

Malaysia's Upcoming Budget: Anticipated Subsidy Cuts and New Taxes

As Malaysia prepares to unveil its 2025 budget, analysts predict significant subsidy cuts and the introduction of new taxes to bolster its fiscal position amid expected declines in government revenue. Prime Minister Anwar...

Gold and Copper Prices Decline Amid Strong Dollar and China Concerns

Gold prices experienced a slight decline during Asian trading on Tuesday, continuing a downward trend fueled by a robust U.S. dollar and expectations of smaller interest rate cuts. Gold Prices Under...

World Bank Report: Debt Crisis Deepens for the World’s Poorest Countries

Rising Debt and Economic Challenges The World Bank has released a concerning report highlighting that the 26 poorest countries, which are home to 40% of the worlds most impoverished people, are facing their highest debt...

Politics

Sheriff Joe Arpaio Drops Legal Bombshell: 'I Sued VP Harris & President Biden Over Their Vicious Attacks'

Former Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio has officially filed a lawsuit against Vice President Kamala Harris and President Joe Biden. Arpaio, a controversial figure known for his hardline stance on crime and illegal...

Joe Rogan Drops Bombshell: 'The Establishment is Terrified of Trump's Plan with Elon Musk!'

Joe Rogan claimed that the establishment is terrified of former President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musks potential plan to overhaul the governments efficiency. Rogans remarks quickly sparked debate, as he...

Tesla CEO Elon Musk Drops Bombshell Endorsement: ‘Donald Trump is the Clear Choice Over Kamala Harris!’

Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk publicly endorsed former President Donald Trump over Vice President Kamala Harris, citing concerns about leadership and executive competence. Musks tweet, which quickly gained traction on...

Kamala Harris Leads Donald Trump by 3 Points in Latest Poll: ‘The Race is Far From Over!’

A new general election poll released by Reuters shows Vice President Kamala Harris leading former President Donald Trump by 3 percentage points as the 2024 presidential race intensifies. According to the Ipsos poll,...

Speaker Mike Johnson SLAMS Biden-Harris Over Hurricane Helene Response—'CBS Edited Out Victims' Pleas!'

House Speaker Mike Johnson has accused the Biden-Harris Administration of failing to provide timely aid to victims of Hurricane Helene in North Carolina. Johnson shared his frustrations on social media, claiming that...

Science

China's Scientists Reportedly Crack Major Encryption Algorithms Using D-Wave Quantum Computer

In a groundbreaking development, Chinese researchers have reportedly used a D-Wave quantum computer to crack encryption algorithms once thought unbreakable. The breakthrough raises concerns over the future of digital...

Starlink Services to Remain Free in Hurricane-Affected Areas for the Rest of 2024

Elon Musk announced that Starlink services will remain free in regions affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton for the remainder of 2024. This decision follows Starlinks critical role in providing communication support...

Global Space Powers Gather in Milan, Private Sector Joins the Race for Lunar Dominance

This week, the worlds space agencies convene in Milan, with private companies like SpaceX vying for a share in the new global space race. Discussions focus on lunar exploration, NASAs Artemis program, and Europes efforts...

SpaceX Achieves Historic First by Catching 232-Foot Super Heavy Booster in Flight

SpaceX made history on October 13 by becoming the first company to catch a 232-foot rocket mid-flight. During Starship Flight 5, the launch tower successfully captured the Super Heavy booster, showcasing the robustness of...

SpaceX Warns $4 Million Daily Loss If Starship Launches Are Halted Due to Lawsuit

SpaceX could lose $4 million per day if a lawsuit halts Starship launches in Texas. The lawsuit, filed by environmental group Save RGV, challenges SpaceXs water deluge system. The company argues that delays would impact...

Technology

Tesla Semi Worldwide Rollout Confirmed by Musk as Global Demand Surges

Tesla Semis global release has been confirmed by Elon Musk, marking a pivotal moment for the electric vehicle giant. Despite skepticism surrounding its autonomous capabilities, recent tests prove the trucks impressive...

Litecoin ETF on the Horizon? Canary Capital Joins XRP in Altcoin ETF Pursuit

Canary Capital has officially filed to launch a Litecoin ETF, positioning the veteran cryptocurrency alongside XRP in the quest for ETF approval. The filing underscores Litecoins long-standing security and reliability amid...

Bitcoin’s Path to $80K Before US Election? Bitwise CIO Expects a Fast Track Amid Harris' Crypto Nod

Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan suggests that Bitcoin could hit an all-time high before the US elections. Recent market momentum, sparked by Kamala Harris supportive stance on cryptocurrency, has driven speculation about a swift...

Uber Eyes Tesla's Cybercab Robotaxi—Is Autonomous Ride-Sharing the Next Big Thing?

Tesla and Uber are in talks to potentially deploy the Cybercab Robotaxia self-driving, two-seat vehicleon Ubers ride-sharing platform. Ubers CEO has expressed a strong desire to partner with Tesla, signaling a major shift...

The JJJJound x ASICS GT-2160 Launches on Halloween; Marvel’s Doctor Strange adidas Collab Revealed

Sneaker enthusiasts are in for a treat as the JJJJound x ASICS GT-2160 launches on Halloween, bringing minimalist design and unique materials. Meanwhile, Marvels Doctor Strange casts a collaboration with adidas and Size?...
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