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The Boeing Starliner has returned to Earth without its crew – a former astronaut details what that means for NASA, Boeing and the astronauts still up in space Making documentaries for select audiences: Interview with Nepali filmmaker Rajan Khatet Georgian lawmakers inch closer to final approval of anti-LGBTQ+ law What you need to know about the X (formerly Twitter) situation in Brazil Covering Ukraine from Kyiv: Interview with Ukrainian-American journalist Peter Zalmayev Roy Cape, whose music provided the beat of Trinidad & Tobago Carnival, dies leaving a precious legacy The murder of a young girl in Ethiopia reveals TikTok’s content moderation failures From challenge to champion: how Black and Asian women overcome barriers to career success Useless spies save Britain in the brilliant Slow Horses – what you should watch, listen to and read this week Four reasons the UK should bid for the 2040 Olympic and Paralympic Games Mercury Prize 2024: English Teacher’s post-punk northern charm signals return of indie rock Encouraging a four-day working week could make inequality worse Want to eat less meat and dairy? Here are your options for getting enough protein What is synthol and why are bodybuilders injecting it into their muscles? Five disinformation tactics Russia is using to try to influence the US election The Moon had surprisingly recent volcanic activity, samples from Chinese space mission confirm DR Congo: Investigate Prison Deaths, Sexual Violence Kamala Harris’ purported Irish ancestry highlights complicated backstory of identity and enslavement Georgia high school shooting shows how hard it can be to take action even after police see warning signs Tiny, compact galaxies are masters of disguise in the distant universe − searching for the secrets behind the Little Red Dots Grenfell was not a state ‘failure’ – it was institutional violence Swifties and white dudes come out for Harris at huge social media rallies Grenfell report: the risk of holding everyone to account is no one actually gets the blame Snowball Earth: how we discovered unique Scottish rocks record when Earth was first encased in ice Plastic pollution hotspots pinpointed in new research – India ranks top due to high levels of uncollected waste Sudan war: Rights probe demands wider arms embargo to end ‘rampant’ abuse Think you’re too busy for strength training at work? Try this quick and easy guide Madwoman by Chelsea Bieker: a tumultuous examination of the impact of domestic abuse on motherhood South Africa’s economy needs a shot in the arm, not austerity: 3 key areas where more public spending would get results Michel Barnier named French prime minister: ‘Emmanuel Macron just gave the National Rally the keys to the truck’ As eastern equine encephalitis spreads, a neurologist explains how to stay safe during this latest outbreak of the ‘triple E’ virus Black church leaders brought religion to politics in the ‘60s – but it was dramatically different from today’s white Christian nationalism Crossing state lines to get an abortion is a new legal minefield, with courts to decide if there’s a right to travel Trump campaign violated rules in Arlington National Cemetery visit, cemetery legal expert explains Space travel comes with risk − and SpaceX’s Polaris Dawn mission will push the envelope further than any private mission has before Opera Eucalyptus is a lush adaptation of Murray Bail’s novel – with a modern twist Steve Biko, the South African struggle hero who was prepared to sacrifice his life for black liberation View from The Hill: What if Bill Shorten had become PM in 2019? Kamala Harris’ purported ancestry highlights complicated backstory of Irish identity and enslavement New measurements reveal the enormous halos that shroud all galaxies in the universe Saudi Arabia: Authorities hosting Internet Governance Forum while imprisoning online critics exposes deep hypocrisy Nigeria: Protesters Charged with Treason New government funding for family violence is unprecedented, but it can’t afford to wait Our cities are losing the small, colourful songbirds that give us the most joy Bill Shorten’s greatest legacy is the NDIS. It transformed the lives of people like me with disability The government says more people need to use AI. Here’s why that’s wrong Who are the greatest Paralympians of all time? Is Russia’s changing nuclear doctrine a significant concern – or just another empty threat? Witness 1.8 billion years of tectonic plates dance across Earth’s surface in a new animation Bunyip birds and brolgas: how can we better protect species important to Indigenous people? The ozone hole above Antarctica will keep opening up each spring for decades to come – here’s why that still matters The New Brunswick election is a referendum on Blaine Higgs’s divisive conservatism ‘He had no symptoms’: how wearable tech can help older Indigenous people catch heart problems – and save lives Birth, deaths and marriages: we all have them, which is why they should be protected Deadly Russian Attacks on Lviv’s Historic District Yellow food dye can make living tissue transparent − these methods could one day improve cancer treatment, blood draws and even tattoo removal A last minute amendment to NZ’s gang legislation risks making a bad law worse What’s the point of drama class? It teaches the workplace skills employers want, for a start For God and country: why the choice of next US president is a religious choice, too Big tech is painting itself as journalism’s saviour. We should tread carefully Australia has just been handed a map for getting to net zero. Here’s how it will guide us Friday essay: I survived stage 4 prostate cancer – now I’m meeting the cells that unravelled my world Does intermittent fasting increase or decrease our risk of cancer? Gangs'stories: how 15-year-old Jennifer became Honduras’ first female gang leader Grenfell inquiry: how the privatisation of building safety testing led to this tragedy You might be struggling to find a dentist, but self-dentistry is a very bad idea CBT is an effective treatment for many mental health issues – but here’s why it may not suit everyone Shoplifting is now at record levels. Here’s how it went from a crime punishable by death to police ‘turning a blind eye’ Pawnbroker profits in the UK are up – the industry has been a constant through history for people in poverty Slow Horses: high drama and comedy abound in this gripping spy thriller about reject spooks How cyberattacks on offshore wind farms could create huge problems Women in Revolt! Exhibition showcases the feminist activist artists who used art to change lives To save its tigers, India has relocated thousands of people – it could enlist their help instead ‘So much mental load’: Mothers speak about school lunches Populism’s summer of discontent: Are voters turning their backs on authoritarians? Gaza update: Israeli society at breaking point and Palestinians battle to contain polio US food insecurity rate rose to 13.5% in 2023 as government benefits declined and food prices soared Jamaican Safiya Sinclair, author of ‘How to Say Babylon,’ reflects on her journey As a high school teacher and as governor, Tim Walz has tapped the power of geographic information systems, or GIS, to solve complex problems As Russell M. Nelson turns 100, a look back at one of the words that will define his legacy – and the controversial term’s 200-year history How much does aging affect mental acuity? It’s debatable Harris campaign tries to beat Trump at his own game − ridicule Utilities rely on dirty ‘peaker’ plants when power demand surges, but there are alternatives Oil and gas communities are a blind spot in America’s climate and economic policies Guilt over kids’ screen time is common, uncomfortable and can stress family relationships − but it can have a silver lining Technology classes at school can also teach skills for business and life: South African teachers share ideas Israel: 11 months of war have battered the country’s economy Elle Macpherson’s breast cancer: when the media reports on celebrity cancer, are we really getting the whole story? Grattan on Friday: Liberals send in veteran warhorses to deal with party’s hot mess How Sigmund Freud attempted to solve the ‘riddle’ of Leonardo da Vinci’s genius The Earth’s inner core is a total mystery – here’s how we’re starting to solve it Think you’re better at driving than most? How psychological biases are keeping our roads unsafe Could Bangladesh’s former prime minister, Sheikh Hasina, be extradited to the country to stand trial? The emotional toll of dating apps and why they’re no longer about finding love – podcast Meteorite strike in South Africa: scientists offer clues about what it is and where it came from Hong Kong: Government must show progress on same-sex partnership legislation after landmark ruling Air Pollution Threatens Health and Drives Climate Change How Australia’s new AI ‘guardrails’ can clean up the messy market for artificial intelligence A new study has linked traffic noise and pollution to infertility - but the effects differed for men and women If robots could lie, would we be okay with it? A new study throws up intriguing results With pope’s visit, Timor-Leste must shine a light on its democratic ideals – not intolerance for dissent How to get the housing we need: healthy, affordable and resilient to climate change Conservative governments protect more land while socialists and nationalists threaten more species What does the end of the Liberal-NDP agreement mean for Canadians? Winx smashed racing records. A new documentary tells her story on and off the track Meta has a new plan to keep kids safe online, but it’s a missed opportunity for tech giants to work together Are the far-left and far-right merging together? That’s what the ‘horseshoe theory’ of politics says, but it’s wrong Back in the USSR? Malcolm Knox’s dark comedy leans into the ridiculous GPS tracking is everywhere in pro sports but many AFLW players are uncomfortable with it Bill Shorten to quit politics next year to become vice-chancellor of University of Canberra Australia: Support Citizens Wrongfully Held Abroad For decades, we’ve been told 80% of the world’s biodiversity is found on Indigenous lands – but it’s wrong Dolphin friendly? New research shows vague environmental labelling is common on NZ seafood products Is policing in Australia corrupt and abusive? An eye-opening new book investigates Some clinicians are using AI to write health records. What do you need to know? Wild weather is costing billions of dollars and putting the future of insurance in doubt Can we really reach net zero by 2050? A new report maps out Australia’s path in more detail than ever before National debt explained: What you should know about Canada’s deficit Flexible fitness: How moms can blend movement and motherhood for mental well-being Healthier, happier, fairer: new research shows major life benefits from decarbonising transport Israel/OPT: Israeli military must be investigated for war crime of wanton destruction in Gaza – new investigation Australia: Support Citizens Wrongfully Held Abroad UN rights chief calls for global ‘zero tolerance’ against antisemitism World News in Brief: West Bank deaths, Venezuela rights violations, soaring debt worldwide Cats and dogs both like to play fetch − it’s rooted in their hunting instincts How the health of your gut microbiome can affect your skin What is societal collapse? Lessons from the past can help us understand our future, but only to a point The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert at 30: more important, enjoyable and vital than ever Long COVID inflicts deep scars on the lungs, but targeting specific immune cells could reverse damage − new research in mice Four video game adaptations of classic works of literature, from The Hobbit to Hamlet Oasis tickets: how dynamic pricing works – and how touts may have driven up prices As hair transplants become big business, here’s what you need to know about the risks Licking an ice lolly at school might make a good memory – but this isn’t the secret to learning science Grenfell victims were ‘overcome by toxic gases’ – this is the deadly construction loophole that helped cause their deaths Grenfell Tower report: an expert explains why so many people have been blamed How stories can teach young people about life in a changing climate Pro-Putin movement expands across the former Soviet bloc – here’s why When did the climate crisis begin? The UK’s suspension of some arms exports to Israel was highly political – here’s how to understand it Ireland, Wales and the scholar who helped unravel their Celtic connections Tunisia’s Electoral Commission Paves the Way for Kais Saied's Second Term Precision agriculture: A passion for Togolese PhD student Aicha Biaou Waking up with a bang? It could be ‘exploding head syndrome’ How gravitational waves could help detect Star Trek-style warp drive spaceships California v Florida: why home states are forming part of presidential campaign attacks Three ingenious ways architects are designing buildings to stay cool in a heatwave without air conditioning In defence of slugs How HIV/AIDS got its name − the words Americans used for the crisis were steeped in science, stigma and religious language New NFL helmet accessory reduces concussions − but players and fans may not be ready to embrace safety over swag Preparing for a pandemic that never came ended up setting off another − how an accidental virus release triggered 1977’s ‘Russian flu’ Humans infecting animals infecting humans − from COVID-19 to bird flu, preventing pandemics requires protecting all species India’s new mega-dam will roil lives downstream with wild swings in water flow every day Trump’s die-hard support may be explained by one of his most misunderstood character traits – ‘charisma’ No, local election officials can’t block certification of results – there are plenty of legal safeguards South African heritage tourism could uplift rural communities, with a little help: the case of Sekhukhune Looting of African heritage: a powerful new book explores the damage done by colonial theft Kenyan artists reflect Gen Z hopes and frustrations in new exhibition Chinese and Russian disinformation flourishes in some African countries – anti-US sentiment helps it take hold Puny chocolate bars and miniature crisps: is ‘shrinkflation’ the worst business practice ever? DRC is the world’s largest producer of cobalt – how control by local elites can shape the global battery industry China: Re-detention of activist Zhang Zhan highlights Beijing’s intolerance of dissent Australian schools could get an extra $16 billion – but only if states reach a deal with Jason Clare by the end of September Politics with Michelle Grattan: Ghaith Krayem on Muslim votes mattering Why German reunification is still a good idea Research nation(s): Fulbright fellows consider the power of science communication How to improve your memory: strategies for kids and adults Gambling is causing great harm. Here’s how to tip the odds back in the community’s favour Uzbekistan: Woman’s Sentence Upheld for Sharing Decades-Old Video Experts Urge End to Nonconsensual Intersex Surgeries Why are Australians so reluctant to change our constitution? This is the weakest economy outside of a recession. Here’s what the GDP figures show Research shows diabetes drug could reduce dementia risk. Here’s how the two diseases may be linked What’s a recession – and how can we tell if we’re in one? China’s top nationalist influencer Hu Xijin silenced for over a month, but very few miss him Biochar doesn’t just store carbon – it stores water and boosts farmers’ drought resilience Paris is adding another page to Paralympic history but what will its legacy be? Lebanon/Cyprus: Refugees Pulled Back, Expelled, Then Forced Back to Syria Venezuela: Brutal Crackdown on Protesters, Voters Another Child Dies in Western Australian Youth Detention New laws to tackle technology-based abuse in NSW are welcome. But police and courts also need to step up Paying with your face: what will convince consumers to use facial recognition payment technology? We asked Melburnians about shared e-scooters. Their responses point to alternatives to the city council’s ban Kamala Harris’ campaign has taken off, but Donald Trump still has one advantage – if he can rein himself in From Queer PowerPoint to sonic immersion: highlights from Melbourne’s experimental arts festival Now or Never City light pollution is shrinking spiders’ brains Pope Francis Visits Indonesia Amid Rising Religious Intolerance Georgian Dream Party vows to ban opposition if they win parliamentary majority Thinking of trying a new diet? 4 questions to ask yourself before you do RFK Jr’s animal antics are bizarre – but his treatment of women, along with a litany of Kennedy men, is far more disturbing Japan’s #MeToo, ominous guinea fowls and a grandma out for revenge: top 5 picks from the Melbourne International Film Festival JD Vance got ‘single cat women’ all wrong. Our research shows they wouldn’t vote for him anyway Surcharges are added to most purchases, but what are the rules behind these extra fees? The Greens want a super-profits tax. Labor and business used to like the idea too Should you reward kids for success? Or is there a better way to talk about achievement? If Australia wants to fast-track 100% renewables, it must learn from Europe’s risky path A ‘river of experience’: How many ways of knowing feed a course on the climate crisis and actions The collective resilience of justice in Guatemala Killings of Israeli Hostages in Gaza Spark Outrage, Protest 720 Australian and Brazilian Children Better Protected from AI Misuse New UN report details Nicaragua’s ongoing human rights crisis ‘Social profit orientation’ can help companies and nonprofits alike do more good in the world It’s almost impossible to keep teens off their phones in bed – but new research shows it really does affect their sleep Include Disability in Planned Relocation Processes China’s investments in Africa aren’t working as well as they as they should for cities: this needs to change Broken temperature records are alarming but it is not too late to limit global warming Mobile phones are not linked to brain cancer, according to a major review of 28 years of research Why the radical right has turned to the teachings of an Italian Marxist thinker Victory for women’s rights in Ghana as affirmative action law is passed – what must happen next The harsh process of becoming a K-pop star is opening to western performers The indoor microbiome: mounting research is revealing how the microbes in your home can influence your health ‘Meme stock’ investors are trying to catch up with a financial system which has left them behind – new research How communities can protect and revitalise their heritage in gentrifying neighbourhoods Life on alien planets probably wouldn’t experience day and night – here’s how that may change evolution How AI features in smartphones are reducing their dependence on the cloud Plankton mark seasons in the sea, just like leaves and flowers on land Tackling food insecurity needs more than charity — governments must also act India: Death penalty never the solution to crime and violence against women Movie Based on Migrant Worker’s Life Faces Backlash in Saudi Arabia Venezuela: UN rights office describes pervasive ‘climate of fear’ Yemen: UN appeals for immediate release of staff held by de facto authorities Many asylum seekers are persecuted for what they believe in – but what about those who don’t believe? How did polio reemerge in Gaza after a quarter of a century? Q&A with a virologist What fur development can tell us about our ancient ancestors ‘No-fault evictions’ to be banned in England – but it won’t solve private renters’ problems Israeli incursions into the West Bank risk fuelling Palestinian resistance rather than quelling it Why Scotland must play like ‘poet warriors’ to make an impact at the football World Cup qualifiers PCBs: these toxic pollutants were banned decades ago but still pose a huge threat UK suspends 30 arms export licences to Israel – but it won’t change much in the war in Gaza How one 83-year-old fell into a fraudster’s fear bubble – and how gift cards played a key role In the face of DEI backlash, belonging plays a key role to future success The workhorse ship of ocean drilling may have made its last voyage – here’s why scientists don’t want to see the JOIDES Resolution mothballed African immigrant students draw on family and community strengths in quest for college 7 years after genocide, plight of Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh is exacerbated by camp violence What is the Shroud of Turin and why is there so much controversy around it? Chip that steers terahertz beams sets stage for ultrafast internet of the future Domesticating horses had a huge impact on human society − new science rewrites where and when it first happened Poor people are business owners, too – but myths around poverty and entrepreneurship hold them back Line of conflict shifts from the Donbas in Ukraine to Mali in the Sahel Seeing is believing: your neighbour’s choice to go solar might have influenced you more than you think I’m feeling run down. Why am I more likely to get sick? And how can I boost my immune system? View from The Hill: ASIO chief seeks to dig out of the hole he’d made for himself Saudi Arabia: Movie Based on Migrant Worker’s Life Faces Backlash Explainer: the governor-general is also commander-in-chief of the defence forces. What does this mean in practice? Heartbreak has turned to rage in Israel. Can Benjamin Netanyahu survive the biggest challenge to his rule? Remembering Jack Hibberd: the revolutionary playwright who heard Australia, and reflected us back to ourselves Spinning its wheels: the new national transport plan steers NZ back to a car-dependent past Cairns fair showcases northern Queensland Indigenous art with style After being wowed by Olympic athletes in Paris, it’s time to take notice of exceptional Paralympic exploits ‘Be your own hero’: why video games are a battleground in the US–China tech war Seabirds: 40% of UK species in trouble – bird flu, climate change and overfishing to blame Locking up young people might make you feel safer but it doesn’t work, now or in the long term Australia needs tradies and materials to build the power grid of the future. So where are they? First Nations people are 3 times more likely to die on the road. Here’s how to fix Australia’s transport injustice Flu shots play an important role in protecting against bird flu. But not for the reason you might think Narcolepsy is reduced to a punch line in pop culture. What does that mean for people who live with it? When is a good time for a child to start music lessons? How do you make a giant gold nugget? Take a vein of quartz, add a few thousand earthquakes ‘The pāua that clings to the sea’: a new species of abalone found only in waters off a remote NZ island chain Sex, plants and colonisation: reclaiming botany from the tendrils of empire Bold climate action benefits more than just the environment – it’s also great for business Putin’s visit to Mongolia defies ICC warrant and tests neutral nation’s ‘third neighbor’ diplomacy Ofsted: what scrapping single-word inspection grades will mean for teachers African nations can do more to benefit from ties with China, the world’s second-strongest economy How to reduce the prohibitive cost of sports wheelchairs to make sport more inclusive Belief in alien visits to Earth is spiralling out of control – here’s why that’s so dangerous Starve Acre: a stylish folk horror that’s a bit too respectable Bookshops are bucking the high street trend. There are lots of reasons why Meet Phaethon, a weird asteroid that thinks it’s a comet – our new research may explain what’s going on Islamic State remains a potent threat five years after its military defeat Azerbaijan: Release Bahruz Samadov and other government critics targeted during election campaign The election dance in Azerbaijan: Carousel voting and ballot stuffing China reaps most of the benefits of its relationship with Africa: what’s behind the imbalance Did Starmer have to be so miserable? The doom and gloom may be more political than economic China-Africa relations: new priorities have driven major shifts over the last 24 years - 5 essential reads Algeria: Authorities must halt ongoing repression of civic space ahead of presidential elections Mongolia: Putin must be arrested and surrendered to the International Criminal Court China’s interests in Africa are being shaped by the race for renewable energy ‘Tadpole water’ might sound gross – but it could be surprisingly good for your health Enjoyed Butter by Asako Yuzuki? Here are four more Japanese writers that explore misogyny through food I’ve read hundreds of diary entries to quantify the restorative power of Scotland’s lochs and rivers Is there such a thing as an objectively beautiful building? Here’s the science Gaza: polio vaccination drive faces hurdles despite a pause in the conflict Why has COVID been so much worse this summer? The health belief model has the answer Educational apps for children: What parents and educators should look for and ignore Why a Kamala Harris presidency wouldn’t necessarily be good news for Canada FreeTheFive Blog: Gildo New Russian-style law censors mentioning LGBTQ+ in the Bulgarian school system View from The Hill: Australians don’t need to be told high interest rates are ‘smashing’ the economy, but is there an alternative? Brazil just banned X. Could other countries follow suit? We won’t take our advisors’ generosity for granted Consumers want cage-free eggs, but Indonesian farmers say they need more support to do this Mpox could spread into conflict zones in east Africa – how to manage the response Mongolia: Arrest Putin After Riots, UN Calls on UK to Tackle Systemic Racism, Colonial Legacies Steve Silberman, who changed autistic lives with Neurotribes, has died. He captured ‘a civil rights movement being born’ Worried about your trees after the windstorms? Here are 7 signs you might be at risk After working for the RBA for 30 years, here’s how I’d make it more accountable Is still water better for you than sparkling water? EU Should Support Human Rights Progress in Bangladesh Türkiye: Plans for Harmful Coal Expansion North Korean Olympian Selfies Spotlight Rights Crisis ‘Room for everyone’: how Kīngi Tūheitia’s message of unity offered an alternative to divisive Treaty politics Truth telling or economic development? To deliver for Indigenous people, the government must do both What a ‘forgotten’ Torres Strait Island Paralympian teaches us about representation, achievement and history Newspoll remains tied at 50–50, but Albanese’s net approval slumps North Korean Olympian Selfies Spotlight Rights Crisis Despite promises, Azerbaijani people continue to face water shortages Without sanctions, making companies disclose their environmental and social impacts has limited effect Jane Austen’s Mr Darcy believes ‘extensive reading’ makes an accomplished woman. What else does reading mean in her work? Military veterans with PTSD face an agonising choice: the stigma of declaring it to employers or being denied support The NDIS is failing profoundly disabled people who are stuck in group homes. Here’s how to fix this ‘It’s time to give up on normal’: what winter’s weird weather means for the warm months ahead We found teenage girls don’t know vulvas from vaginas or when their menstrual cycle starts Hong Kong NGOs for sexual minorities suffer government funding cuts and pressure Messages from two African disability activists to world leaders ahead of the UN Summit of the Future Aluminium foil that can clean water: we’ve developed a coating which attracts and traps dangerous microbes Is Iran’s anti-Israel and American rhetoric all bark and no bite? Stories from the UN Archive: 1960s roots of ‘no justice, no peace’ Guyana's Sir Shridath Ramphal, esteemed international statesman, dies at 95 Bangladeshis help out in flood-affected communities Sudan: ‘Dire consequences for survivors’ lacking medical and trauma services Afghanistan: UN will ‘continue to engage’ with Taliban, following threat to withdraw cooperation Canada needs to overhaul the Temporary Foreign Worker program, not just tinker with it The real issue at the heart of Canada’s meat processing industry isn’t labour shortages — it’s low wages Seismic echoes reveal a mysterious ‘donut’ inside Earth’s core Azerbaijan clears out critics ahead of COP29 Denials of racism do not exempt the Dominican government from its human rights responsibilities Mexican State Approves Six-Week Abortion Ban Azerbaijan: Escalating Crackdown on Critics UN chief demands global action to end racism against people of African descent World News in Brief: Terror attacks in Pakistan and Burkina Faso, Yemen floods update, mass graves in Libya 5 lessons from ancient civilizations for keeping homes cool in hot, dry climates What’s behind the large rise in food allergies among children in the UK? AI lending will make finance deals even more unfair for women – here’s how this can be avoided Home education: why are so many parents choosing it over mainstream school? Five notorious cyberattacks that targeted governments The Last of Us and redemption: finding hope, light and God in the apocalyptic darkness Healthy soils are good for your gut, brain and wellbeing – here’s why Four breakthroughs that are changing our understanding of dreams Got an unaffordable or incorrect medical bill? Calling your hospital billing office will usually get you a discount What is space made of? An astrophysics expert explains all the components – from radiation to dark matter – found in the vacuum of space DEI policies work best when they are designed to include everyone and are backed by evidence Dominican Republic: Court Reviews Laws Against Gay Sex Listen to the voices of Afro-Colombian trans women who speak about their powerful connections to the Pacific rivers How AI can dramatically reduce the time it takes to make VAR offside calls in Premier League football matches Starmer is the police commissioner in his Gotham City vision of British decline – but we want Batman The curious origins of four English expressions – including will-o’-the-wisp and against the grain The risks of swimming with your eyes open underwater DRC: fighting with rebels in the country’s east has intensified, sparking fears of a wider war ‘Homicide: Life on the Streets’ laid the groundwork for Peak TV – and it’s finally available to stream for new and old fans of the series COVID-19, flu and RSV shots − an epidemiologist explains why all three matter this fall Gus Walz’s unbridled emotion on the DNC stage opens the door to more understanding of neurodiversity 5 lessons from ancient civilizations for staying cool in hot, dry climates that today’s builders often ignore Apps, 911 services and mobile phones don’t offset deadly consequences of more restrictive border policies 26 states may soon need to regulate cannabis – here’s what they can learn from Colorado and Washington Trump and Harris, with starkly different records on labor issues, are both courting union voters If new technologies snarl your airline experience, here are old-school strategies to cope Is ‘coaching’ a shortcut to mental health care? Not so fast − here are key differences Sudan is the world’s worst modern war – what has happened and what it’ll take to rebuild What online narratives tell us about the aftermath of the election in Venezuela The impact of unpredictable rainfall and flooding on agriculture and food security in Kenya Mpox in the DRC: children are at high risk – health expert explains why Solar geoengineering: the risks and distractions of trying to reflect sunlight to cool the Earth – podcast Bangladesh: Signing of Convention on Enforced Disappearances is a much welcome first step Dominican Republic: Court to Review Laws Against Gay Sex Two Hong Kong journalists found guilty of sedition after a 2-year trial US conservative Candace Owens is set to tour Australia. Can the government stop her? The Paralympics can be an economic boon for host cities – and leave a unique legacy What is eastern equine encephalitis? Two mosquito researchers explain what’s behind the latest outbreaks Technology has helped para athletes compete for decades. But it can also create an unfair advantage Climate change has deep historical roots – Amitav Ghosh explores how capitalism and colonialism fit in Politics with Michelle Grattan: Reserve Bank’s Andrew Hauser says don’t read too much for Australia from US rates message Guinea: Urgent investigation needed into enforced disappearance of two FNDC activists missing since 9 July Mexico: Proposed Constitutional Changes Threaten Rights Wondering how to get from Brisbane to Melbourne without wrecking the climate? Our transport choices make a huge difference The federal government’s proposed mis- and disinformation laws need to have clearer definitions – and include AI DR Congo: Little Justice for Goma Massacre Victims Albanese backs down over sexual orientation census question The balance battle: 5 reasons why dads are struggling with workplace flexibility Harris’ win probability falls slightly after Democratic convention and Kennedy withdrawal NZ’s Space Agency is both regulator and developer of the aerospace industry – that’s a point of tension A quantum neural network can see optical illusions like humans do. Could it be the future of AI? Albanese backs down over gender identity census question Lower speeds on local streets cut deaths and injuries by a quarter in Wales. Over 100 experts want Australia to do the same Angry, wise, or plain horny? Zeus comes in many forms onscreen – just as he did in the original myths Computer ‘reconstructions’ of faces from ancient times are popular. But how reliable are they? Sri Lanka: Families of ‘Disappeared’ Persecuted Waiting for Justice for Afghanistan’s Forcibly Disappeared What if Big Oil championed – and profited from – the green transition? Here’s how it could work Would a tech tax be a fair way to make Google and Meta pay for the news they distribute and profit from? What are ‘click frauds’ – and how can we stop them? Happy Father’s Day, Daddy Pig – despite your faults, you’re TV’s greatest dad Married to the job? How having a self-employed partner might be hurting your happiness Friday essay: Bad therapy or cruel world? How the youth mental health crisis has been sucked into the culture wars What are puberty blockers? What are the benefits and risks for transgender children? A new campaign aims to tackle period stigma to keep girls and women playing sports Australia: Bolster Global Advocacy Against Death Penalty Hong Kong: Two Journalists Convicted on Baseless ‘Sedition’ Charge Mexico: Proposed Constitutional Changes Threaten Rights We’ve unlocked exotic new beer flavours using genetics Artificial intelligence should not be allowed to adjudicate cases in Canada’s Federal Court Ukraine recap: drone warfare brings new phase to battlefront Stranded Boeing Starliner astronauts to stay six more months in space – what this means for the future of commercial spaceflight He never promised us a rose garden – but Keir Starmer’s ‘doom and gloom’ speech was partisan finger pointing Do campaign ethics still matter in the age of Donald Trump? Outing a pretendian: How four Métis scholars redefined Indigenous identity policy The specter of China has edged into US election rhetoric − for Republicans much more than Democrats 5.5 million years ago the Mediterranean dried out, with sobering lessons for humanity today – new research 2 solar probes are helping researchers understand what phenomenon powers the solar wind Indonesian Police Crack Down on Anti-Corruption Protests Ecuador Sets Plan to End Sexual Violence in Schools Slave Play: how policing audience phones during nude scene affects the meaning of the production Conscription laws passed during the US civil war offered exemptions – are there lessons for Ukraine today? More children are getting ACL injuries – here’s what could be done to prevent them Making homes ready for net zero depends heavily on people’s understanding and habits Is ‘Africa’ a racial slur and should the continent be renamed? Rick Turner and Steve Biko were leading liberation thinkers in 1970s South Africa – why their ideas still matter Burnout and bias can lead to poor care during childbirth – we created a project in Kenya that helps health workers Has a new royal order in Saudi Arabia revealed the future line of succession? We’ve unlocked exotic, new beer flavours using genetics Connection with coast and inland waterways has multiple health benefits – here’s how we measure them How Democrats are using music to reclaim ‘Republican values’ of freedom, patriotism and leadership Qantas mistakenly sold first-class tickets for bargain prices. Here’s why it made sense for the airline not to honour the deal in full Why seagulls don’t want your chips as much as you might think Understanding how human activity impacts zooplankton is essential for managing and protecting lakewater Bangladesh: Government Sets up Disappearances Inquiry Empower Communities to Adapt as Pacific Faces Surging Seas South Korea’s Digital Sex Crime Deepfake Crisis Democratic men are stepping up for a woman president by stepping back, at last How the 14th Amendment prevents state legislatures from subverting popular presidential elections Signs, props and light-up wristbands − the 2024 political conventions find a home in the Smithsonian collections Mitochondria keep your brain cells alive − helping them run smoothly may protect against Parkinson’s disease Today’s school children practice running for their lives – but there are better ways to keep students safe from shooters Why restaurant self-service kiosks can actually result in customers ordering less food Conservative opponents of DEI may not be as colorblind as they claim The Nuremberg Code isn’t just for prosecuting Nazis − its principles have shaped medical ethics to this day Retirement doesn’t just raise financial concerns – it can also mean feeling unmoored and irrelevant Robots are coming to the kitchen − what that could mean for society and culture Reprioritising Resources for the Future of South Sudan I’m an expert in Ancient Greece – Netflix’s Kaos is the cleverest retelling of Greek mythology I’ve ever seen How drone attacks are changing the rules and the costs of the Ukraine war Geoengineering: the scientists who argue modifying the climate could buy the world time – podcast Mpox vaccines: where they come from and what stands in the way of distributing them in Africa Grattan on Friday: have we heard the CFMEU’s last hurrah or seen the start of its trench warfare? Meet the Mexican women searching for their loved ones Hong Kong: Conviction of Stand News journalists another attack on press freedom Lebanon: Nationwide Electricity Blackout ‘Hot mic’ moment aside, the Albanese government’s Pacific policing deal is a masterstroke of diplomacy Is chocolate milk a good recovery drink after a workout? A dietitian reviews the evidence Romance fraud doesn’t only happen online – it can turn into real-world deception Wondering what to make of warnings about our electricity system? The outlook is improving – but we’re not out of the woods New research busts the myth that crossbred ‘designer dogs’ are healthier than pedigrees Australia’s approach to international student caps is even more radical than in the UK and Canada Talk isn’t enough: Pacific nations say Australia must end new fossil fuel projects Americas: States must guarantee women’s right to search for missing and forcibly disappeared people without fear Egypt: Spate of Free Speech Prosecutions Sudan: Warring Parties Execute Detainees, Mutilate Bodies Can a 10-year-old be responsible for a crime? Here’s what brain science tells us LGBTQI+ Australians are tired of being ignored. Here’s why counting them in the census is so important Concussion risks for women footballers are greater than men: why, and what can be done? Sudan: Warring Parties Execute Detainees, Mutilate Bodies Labour or leisure? Why a universal basic income might foster wellbeing but not productivity Bangladesh: Government Sets up Disappearances Inquiry Classifications, history and Australian hopes: what to expect at the Paris Paralympics Why Americans do political speeches so well (and debates so badly) Yes, you can borrow money to invest in shares. But it comes with big risks How can you support your Year 12 student during their final exams? Ocean heat is changing marine food webs – with far-reaching consequences for NZ fisheries and sea life They come from above: here’s why magpies, magpie-larks and lapwings swoop in spring Diagnostic labels may increase our empathy for people in distress. But there are downsides too If something can happen once, it can happen again – Dennis Glover’s reading of history sounds an alarm about the present Nazi history, reality TV deception and the making of Apocalypse Now: what we’re streaming in September Why sport must be (re)imagined in ways that make it more accessible for all disabled athletes How low can we go? To cut the carbon that goes into buildings to net zero, we need radical change Who says boys don’t cry? Why we must encourage men and boys to express their emotions How ‘climate mainstreaming’ can address climate change and further development goals Jamaica's finance minister’s appointment as deputy managing director of the IMF, a first for the region, brings plaudits and some local concerns How parents and school communities can support autistic children as they head back to class Ukraine war: US military support for Kyiv has been very cautious – here’s how a Harris presidency could change that Michael Mosley’s final series: how we showed what happens to your body when you’re stressed The Taliban’s harsh new ‘vice and virtue’ laws are a throwback to the oppression of the 1990s – especially for the women of Afghanistan Keir Starmer’s national security adviser controversy explained Jackson Hole: how a meeting of bankers in a remote Wyoming valley could have consequences for us all Silent prayer outside of abortion clinics is a form of reproductive coercion How the Republicans are trying to use Trump’s revised court charges to energise the campaign Oasis: expert explains the formula for a successful band reunion – and why some crash and burn The Vesuvius Challenge is using AI to virtually unroll Pompeii’s ancient scrolls Middle-class British people are talking more alike than ever DNA reveals secrets of cave-dwelling medieval community that survived conquest and epidemics The new climate stripes? How creativity can inspire environmental action Israel/OPT: Palestinians face drastic escalation in unlawful killings, displacement as Israel launches West Bank military operation Private Door to Brazil’s Agriculture Ministry The best exercises to boost your brain health after 60 Why every island’s wildlife ends up looking alike Who are the global super-rich of tomorrow? We interviewed teens at one of the world’s most expensive schools to find out South Africa’s coal workers face an uncertain future – Mpumalanga study flags they’re being left out of the green transition Kenya champions the free movement of people in east Africa, but it’s failing immigrants and refugees at home Africa’s ‘youthquake’: huge numbers of young people have no jobs, the wrong skills and little hope Starting a business after university: young South African entrepreneurs discuss the highs and lows Playing technology games and making science fun helps young kids solve visual problems and grasp ideas better