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Cop29: world leaders must be held to account on climate with scientific evidence Boeing workers secure big gains after strike, but the future for organized labor under Trump is uncertain Time to dismantle legacies of slavery and colonialism impacting African diaspora Nicaragua: Alarming erosion of freedom and academic autonomy Libya: Authorities must drop plans to impose compulsory veiling amid wider crackdown on ‘morality’ grounds Global: Alarming footage reinforces dangers of hosting COP29 in a country with close links to fossil fuel companies Seven questions about Donald Trump’s second term – answered by an expert Married at First Sight shows the classist 2000s insult ‘chav’ hasn’t left Britain’s cultural conversation History will remember Donald Trump as a highly consequential president What Strictly Come Dancing can teach us about how (and how not) to give feedback Tendons play an important role in our health and fitness – here’s how to keep them strong Fitness apps can reveal your location – updated laws would help plug this hole in our personal security Making friends with the enemy: what stories of soldiers’ unexpected battlefield meetings reveal about the trauma of war Anora: a refreshing depiction of sex workers as part of the working class Most businesses won’t pay more national insurance. But the UK’s small employers still need support What should journalists do when the facts don’t matter? Mozambique Police Brutally Repress Election Protesters EU: Don’t Weaken the Anti-Deforestation Law Why the German government collapsed and what to expect now Secondhand clothes can be swimming in germs – what vintage shoppers need to know Leeches are making a medical comeback – here’s why we should celebrate it Why UN climate summits still matter – and what to expect from Cop29 What next for the special relationship? What Keir Starmer needs to navigate in a second Trump term Is AI dominance inevitable? A technology ethicist says no, actually New Apostolic Reformation evangelicals see Trump as God’s warrior in their battle to win America from satanic forces and Christianize it The election is over − but what is a ‘lame duck’ anyway? Strength training early in life can set up kids and adolescents for a lifetime of health and well-being 10 states had abortion measures on the ballot – where they passed, where they failed, and what it all means Compassion amid chaos − how one of America’s greatest poets became a lifeline for wounded soldiers What’s the ‘standard deduction’? An accounting expert explains how it simplifies tax filing and saves most Americans money Trump’s plans to extend tax cuts and slash red tape will likely spur economic growth − but there’s a cost Disaster survivors want to rebuild safer, more sustainable homes, but cost misperceptions often stand in the way Message from the Board Chair of the Academic Journalism Society regarding CEO|Editor-in-Chief opportunity for The Conversation Canada Suspension: the price to pay in Equatorial Guinea for being a human rights lawyer COP29: How Taiwan’s civil society is driving climate progress Salva Kiir: South Sudan’s president fought for independence, but then fuelled division, violence and corruption Being black in the world: a tribute to pioneering South African psychologist Chabani Manganyi Trump has threatened to fire the chair of the US Federal Reserve. That could be bad news for inflation If Trump puts RFK Jr in charge of health, get ready for a distorted reality, where global health suffers Saudi Arabia: 2034 World Cup Risks Widespread Labor Abuse Trumpet call: How a second Trump term will affect US ties with India and Nepal Updates to Canada’s Copyright Act bring consumers closer to the ‘right to repair’ your devices A grand bargain with Putin or confrontation with China: 3 ways Trump may change America’s place in the world What does the Mineral Resources crisis tell us about the state of corporate governance in Australia? Bernie Sanders says the left has lost the working class. Has it forgotten how to speak to them? Your friend has been diagnosed with cancer. Here are 6 things you can do to support them Further US election analysis: Hispanics and young men swung big to Trump In your face: our acceptance of facial recognition technology depends on who is doing it – and where A grand bargain with Putin to confrontation with China: 3 ways Trump may change America’s place in the world With Trump returning to the White House, what will happen to his court cases? 10 reasons why US president-elect Donald Trump can’t derail global climate action Pending updates to Canada’s Copyright Act bring consumers closer to the ‘right to repair’ your devices Youth social media: Why proposed Ontario and federal legislation won’t fix harms related to data exploitation Governments are pushing teen social media bans – but behind the scenes is a messy fight over science How Trump might target DACA recipients and other immigrant groups With its 10th coach in a decade, is Manchester United trapped in a ‘fixes that fail’ cycle? The Ontario Science Centre is the perfect site for a multi-purpose sports complex What do people think about smartglasses? New research reveals a complicated picture ‘A final warning from God’: Lech Blaine’s memoir pits an average Australian family against an avenging archangel Joy Dancer: dance documentary shows the power of movement to give a voice to the silenced Student fees set to rise but at what cost to graduates’ mental health? New research Paddington in Peru is another heart-warming and humorous tale of kindness, community and family UK interest rates cut – here’s the outlook for property owners and home buyers after the budget Plants and animals with bigger genomes grow less efficiently – new research helps explain why they never died out When should you rescue a hedgehog? An expert guide World Update: Trump’s global shockwaves How to quell the sharp rise in youth violence in Canada How our regions can help make Australia’s growing cities more sustainable Fasting, eating earlier in the day or eating fewer meals – what works best for weight loss? Friday essay: ‘rape is civil war’ – the unfinished business of #MeToo opens radical conversations about consent What Trump can do to reverse US climate policy − and what he probably can’t change How Trump won Pennsylvania − and what the numbers from key counties show about the future of a pivotal swing state What Trump’s return might mean for Europe, and how it’s starting to prepare for the challenges Why China is worried about a second Trump presidency – and how Beijing might react How informing shoppers can help fight inequality What a Trump presidency means for millions of migrants and their families in the US The Indo-Pacific is an idea more than a region – and it’s pushing politics in a ‘pessimistic and paranoid’ direction Mauritius Ends Social Media Ban ahead of Elections Hong Kong filmmaker Johnnie To slammed after saying city had ‘no soul’ in BBC interview Democracy, climate change and migration – why Poland might be ‘Europe’s fulcrum country’ Mauritius has won back Chagos – but not all of it. Why the largest island, Diego Garcia, is so important to the UK What counts as national debt and assets now? Here’s how to understand the UK’s redefined fiscal rules UK respite care provider closure signals a support system in crisis How we discovered that the ocean’s surface absorbs much more CO₂ than previously thought Could we ever decipher an alien language? Uncovering how AI communicates may be the key Your ‘skin barrier’ protects your skin and keeps it hydrated – here’s how to look after it How Trump performed among Latino voters, women and young people, according to exit poll analysis Microplastics promote cloud formation, with likely effects on weather and climate Military veterans are disproportionately affected by suicide, but targeted prevention can help reverse the tide ‘Yellowstone’ highlights Montana’s long-forgotten connection to the Confederacy Ballot measures to legalize recreational use of cannabis fail in Florida, North Dakota and South Dakota The 4 ‘ashramas’ of Hinduism and what they can teach us about aging gracefully Religions talk about the value of humility − but it can be especially hard for clergy to practice what they preach Adelaide by Genevieve Wheeler: a ‘sad girl novel’ that lacks emotional depth Ghana: who can declare an MP’s seat vacant? A legal scholar unpacks the dispute between parliament and the supreme court Climate change reporting is not connecting with people and their real issues – what needs to be done about it The curious case of the South African ski resort that never was: how a 1970s land tussle with Lesotho shaped history Electric vehicles in Africa: what’s needed to grow the sector Americans voted and the Caribbean has reacted Grattan on Friday: Donald Trump’s win will make 2025 even more challenging for Anthony Albanese How Europe can prepare for Trump 2.0 – an overview What a Trump comeback might mean for Europe, and how it’s starting to prepare for the challenges Stories of gangsters who’ve left their life on the streets behind – podcast Georgia: how this pivotal swing state flipped back to the Republicans Ugandan Court Hears Case on Secluding, Restraints Government to publish secret section of Robodebt report, but timing is uncertain What a Trump presidency will mean for Europe’s economy COP29: Climate Action Crucial to Protect Rights What the Kremlin tells Russians about the West Incendiary Weapons: New Use Calls for Immediate Action Ugandan Court Hears Case on Secluding, Restraining Patients COP29: Leaders must commit to fair climate financing and fully phasing out fossil fuels ICRC Statement: UN General Assembly Sixth Committee Ketamine use is at an all-time high. 5 things to know ahead of festival season Trump’s economic vision is no longer a ‘maybe’. Here’s what it might mean for Australia and the world Australian kids under 16 will soon be banned from social media – but parents still don’t know which apps are out Matcha is having a moment. What are the health benefits of this green tea drink? Mozambique: Post-Election Internet Restrictions Hinder Rights Abortion did not play as big a role in the US election as many anticipated. What might happen on this issue now? Ethnicity is a useful shortcut for identifying need – without it, targeting public services will get harder We built a tiny electronic nose that can beat a mouse at its own game Melbourne’s Capitol Theatre turns 100. A look back at the radical Modernist marvel that almost met an early end Why did so many Latino and Hispanic voters help return Donald Trump to power? Would you be better off without your kids? Audrey is a cheeky, darkly humorous film that explores maternal regret Why did white women and the Democratic base abandon Kamala Harris? My view from the campaign trail A Donald Trump presidency is bad for climate action, but Australia should get on with the job UN Committee Should Press Thailand Not to Deport Refugees to Torture Mixed Results on US Abortion Rights on the Ballot Anti-immigrant politics is fueling hate toward South Asian people in Canada Why the ‘housing first’ approach has struggled to fulfil its promise of ending homelessness Iran’s currency was already tumbling − and then news of Trump’s victory broke America’s glass ceiling remains − here are some of the reasons why a woman may have once again lost the presidency What can sport fans do if their team, or league, is being sportswashed? Bogotá Global Meeting Should Commit to Ending Sexual Violence in Schools Türkiye: Government Removes Elected Opposition Mayors Brazil: What is next after the conviction of Marielle Franco's killers? The NZ Super Fund has Israeli investments worth $35 million – could it divest? Climate crisis: what Trump can (and can’t) do What does Donald Trump’s win mean for his brand of populist authoritarianism? Now the Electoral College votes for president – 4 essential reads Part science, part magic: an illuminating history of healing with light A submerged continent of grief surfaces in Gideon Haigh’s memoir of his brother’s death I spoke to 100 Japanese seniors, and learnt the secret to a good retirement is a good working life How do brains coordinate activity? From fruit flies to monkeys, we discovered this universal principle Australians who think inequality is high have less faith in democratic institutions: study New Mali Law Disastrous for LGBT People Saudi Arabia: Shortfalls in migrant workers’ insurance scheme highlight need for major reforms on eve of ILO labour complaint Extreme weather has already cost vulnerable island nations $141 billion – or about $2,000 per person The role gender played in Donald Trump’s victory and his renewed efforts to remake America Pregnant teens: girls in South Africa need focused, supportive healthcare and more information about safe sex Botswana’s new president: who is Duma Boko and what does he stand for? The Diplomat season two explores the US-UK special relationship – and couldn’t be more timely Outlaws: Fashion Renegades of 80s London celebrates the optimism, hedonism and style of the new romantics Struggling with relationships? You may be too materialistic Making farming better for bees: can we breed crops that produce more nectar and pollen? Eight reasons why ADHD diagnoses are increasing What to know about ‘Red Ellen’, the radical MP whose portrait is now hanging at 11 Downing Street In Jamaica, a ‘Beryl’ous period without piped water Donald Trump wins US election – what the experts say Trump has vowed to be a ‘dictator’ on day one. With this day now coming, what exactly will he do? Americans have voted for Donald Trump to become president again, and the economy is the biggest reason How the Trump presidency might change the global economy Conservative leadership contest: what we know about how MPs voted in race between Kemi Badenoch and Robert Jenrick How Donald Trump won back the keys to the White House Thirty-five years since the wall fell, Berlin is divided – over what to do with crumbling communist buildings Booker prize 2024: the six shortlisted books reviewed by our experts Donald Trump wins election, renewing his efforts to remake America Trump’s comeback victory, after reshaping his party and national politics, looks a lot like Andrew Jackson’s in 1828 This course uses crime novels to teach critical thinking What Buddhism can teach in this moment of deep divisions: No person is ‘evil,’ only ‘mistaken’ Geopolitical and humanitarian perspectives on migration in Cyprus: the forgotten divided island IRIS²: the new satellite constellation aimed at ensuring communications autonomy for the EU What Trump might do in his second presidency and what it could mean for democracy What Kemi Badenoch means for the UK’s fragile consensus on climate change How close are we to an accurate AI fake news detector? Alexithymia: why some people find it so hard to identify emotions, and how this affects them US: Second Trump Term a Threat to Rights in US, World Ethiopia: End the month-long arbitrary detention of thousands in Amhara Region US election: Trump declares victory – ‘There’s never been anything like this’ Trump regains US presidency – how the election played out Bridget McKenzie admits to 16 undeclared upgrades, including on personal New Zealand flights Mauritius’ social media shutdown: a worrying sign that civil rights are slipping The fake election bomb threats caused chaos online. It’s a perfect breeding ground for conspiracies Food security in Africa: managing water will be vital in a rapidly growing region Nigeria at COP29: Five items to put on the climate agenda What Trump’s victory means for Ukraine, the Middle East, China and the rest of the world Trump has vowed to be a ‘dictator’ on day one. What exactly will he do? Mozambique: End violent post-election crackdown ahead of 7 November Maputo march Only 25% of older Queenslanders are aware of the risks heatwaves put on their health – new study US election results: Trump leads electoral college votes as Republicans regain Senate Extreme weather has already cost vulnerable island nations US$141 billion – and 38% is attributable to climate change Are these tiny insects the world’s most bone-idle bugs? The extreme floods which devastated Spain are hitting more often. Is Australia ready for the next one? Politics with Michelle Grattan: Independent Helen Haines says the NACC has had ‘disappointing start’, and the government is pork barrelling Trump takes first swing states of North Carolina and Georgia after voting passes peacefully Donald Trump poised to become next US president, likely sweeping all the seven key states Black balls on Sydney beaches are likely ‘fatbergs’ showing traces of human faeces, methamphetamine and PFAS: new analysis 2024’s quick win for Trump will go down in the history books alongside 1964 and 1980 Election Day landslides Mali: Authorities must investigate deaths of at least eight civilians, including six children, after drone strikes in Inadiatafane To the loser go the spoils? Hats off to the politicians who accept defeat — despite Trump’s precedent Government to introduce urgent legislation after High Court strikes down law to monitor former immigration detainees Kenya: Security Forces Abducted, Killed Protesters What is ‘ballot curing’? Election expert explains the method for fixing errors made when voters cast their ballots Elon Musk’s flood of US election tweets may look chaotic. My data reveals an alarming strategy High Court strikes down government’s law to monitor former immigration detainees Kenya: Security Forces Abducted, Killed Protesters How does a jury reach a conclusion? A new SBS show painstakingly recreates details to take us behind the scenes 5 Indian films from the 2024 Adelaide Film Festival that blew me away 2024 US presidential election count Expecting again? Tips for helping your first-born child thrive with a new sibling How honeybees can help us monitor pollution across Canada 2024’s Election Day heads into the history books alongside 1964 and 1980 landslides and 2000’s Bush v. Gore nail-biter Hong Kong education experts weigh options for addressing student suicide problem Small Things Like These shows the transformative power of individual action – but conflates the history Forty thousand more appointments per week and ‘surgical hubs’, but will this fix the NHS? Iran: undressing protest shows how women are still fighting even as morality laws get harsher Blitz: Steve McQueen’s film gives voice to the often overlooked stories of wartime Britain How imposter syndrome and a lack of self-confidence can hold small businesses back How wasted heat from our bodies could generate green energy English tuition fees rise – but it’s nowhere near enough income to solve universities’ financial crisis New research supports brain cell transplantation as a treatment for some neurological disorders US election live blog The frozen carbon of the northern permafrost is on the move – we estimated by how much Private health insurers are now offering GP telehealth services. Is this a risk to Medicare? Vanessa was ‘kidnapped’ by the family policing system aged 10. Now, she’s fighting for other First Nations families School ovals and playgrounds are sitting unused. Why aren’t more open to the community? From school buses to fast-charging stations, the Dominican Republic accelerates shift to electric vehicles Yemen: Authorities and Meta must address online gender-based violence How Native Americans guarded their societies against tyranny Beefing up Border Patrol is a bipartisan goal, but the agency has a troubled history of violence and impunity Is the election making you feel adrift and wobbly? That’s ‘zozobra’ – and Mexican philosophers have some advice Carl Sagan’s scientific legacy extends far beyond ‘Cosmos’ Cells have more mini ‘organs’ than researchers thought − unbound by membranes, these rogue organelles challenge biology’s fundamentals Only 5.3% of welders in the US are women. After years as a writing professor, I became one − here’s what I learned Kristallnacht’s legacy still haunts Hamburg − even as the city rebuilds a former synagogue burned in the Nazi pogrom Will the lights go out on Cuba’s communist leaders? With fewer options to prop up economy, their future looks dimmer To the loser go the spoils? Hats off to the politicians who accept defeat — despite Trump’s influence Secrets and lies: spies of the Stuart era played a dangerous game in the shadows of an unstable Europe Kemi Badenoch: the three (very difficult) tasks that lie ahead for the new Conservative party leader How project governance helps navigate public-private ‘coopetition’ tensions Zimbabwe’s public historian Pathisa Nyathi has died – he restored the erased history of the Ndebele people South Africa’s classrooms should have a ‘box’ of languages to help children learn: new bilingual education policy is a start African countries shouldn’t have to borrow money to fix climate damage they never caused – economist ‘Water the seeds’ of democracy against political violence in Brazil: Marielle Franco's legacy Lebanon: Missed opportunity for justice in landmark case over torture and death in custody of Syrian refugee Russia: Amnesty International recognizes co-chair of election watchdog as a prisoner of conscience Mali: Authorities must investigate deaths of at least eight civilians, including six children, after drone strikes in Inadiafatane US election: what would a Harris or Trump win mean for Keir Starmer? Misinformation really does spread like a virus, suggest mathematical models drawn from epidemiology Guy Fawkes’ punishment was one of the most severe in English history – here’s what happens when a body is hung, drawn and quartered What the budget got wrong about the NHS and prevention Africa’s cities are growing chaotically fast, but there’s still time to get things right – insights from experts Stopping mpox: wild meat markets are a root cause and must be made safer Elon Musk has gone all in for Trump – here’s what’s at stake for the world’s richest man in the US election A temporary welcome: Russians in Turkey since February 2022 Valencia floods: Our warming climate is making once-rare weather more common, and more destructive A new campaign rewards young gamers on Roblox for engaging with the US election. What does it mean for global politics? Mosquito season in southern Africa: tonic water and vitamins won’t protect you, but knowing where the hotspots are will What Kamala Harris’ Converse All-Stars tell us about how shoes shape our identity Primary care involves more than GPs. A new review shows how patients can better access care What to expect on Election Day: history could be made, or we’re in for a long wait (and plenty of conspiracies) Friends like these: What a second Trump term may mean for the CDC, and how it affects Canada Quincy Jones mastered the art of arrangement, transforming simple tunes into epic soundscapes Canada and churches have moral obligations for the reparations of missing and disappeared Indigenous children: Final Report ‘I can make a band play like a singer sings’: Quincy Jones shaped our listening for seven decades Inquiry Needed into Japan’s Flawed Criminal Justice System Memes, photojournalism and television debates: 3 images that defined the 2024 US election Bird flu has been detected in a pig in the US. Why does that matter? Yes, burning gas is bad for the climate. But keeping it in Australia’s energy mix is sensible What happens if you have a HELP debt and kids? The missed opportunity in Labor’s plan to fix student loans What poll watchers can − and can’t − do on Election Day The 27 Club isn’t true, but it is real − a sociologist explains why myths endure and how they shape reality How scenario planning could help Canadian policymakers deal with American political chaos Scott Moe won in Saskatchewan promising economic prosperity, but does that truly help citizens? The budget is good news overall for young professionals – here’s how the changes will affect you New survey finds an alarming tolerance for attacks on the press in the US – particularly among white, Republican men US election: what time do the polls close and when will the results be known? An expert explains Doctors are already using AI in care – but we don’t actually know what safe use should look like Bird flu detected in pigs – here’s why virologists are concerned US election: how does the electoral college voting system work? Midas Man: Brian Epstein biopic captures the complexity that made the Beatles manager so brilliant Scents of the Middle Ages and emo nostalgia – what you should read, watch and do this week Social media and generative AI can have a large climate impact – here’s how to reduce yours How to Build a Truth Engine documentary makes for sober but crucial viewing in our age of disinformation How humour and ‘dark play’ radicalise Trump’s voter base Svalbard Global Seed Vault evokes epic imagery and controversy because of the symbolic value of seeds Osteoporosis, the silent disease, can shorten your life − here’s how to prevent fractures and keep bones healthy How can Jupiter have no surface? A dive into a planet so big, it could swallow 1,000 Earths As the stars of hip-hop’s golden age approach their golden years, some confront questions about whether old blood can make new music Political bickering and policy uncertainty take a toll on business investment, research shows I’m a Muslim immigrant and a psychiatrist living in Michigan – I haven’t decided how to vote yet Trump’s speeches are chaotic, rambling, and extremely effective. Aristotle can explain why Visions of development have shifted in Africa over the past two decades: study explores how Rwanda and Ethiopia tried to shape the future The lack of water in South Africa is the result of a long history of injustice – and legislation should start there Namibia’s game-changing 2024 elections: Swapo might face defeat for the first time since independence in 1990 Mosquito season in southern Africa: tonic water and vitamins won’t protect you but knowing where the hotspots are will Türkiye: Proposed ‘agents of influence’ law is attack on civil society and must be rejected Research and news relevance key factors driving the future of The Conversation – edition founder Paddington gets a British passport – but the Home Office treats real refugees very differently The true class divide in British politics is not which party people choose, but whether they vote at all Nigel Farage, AI and the revolt of the squeezed middle: class politics is about to get messier than ever The evolutionary benefits of being forgetful Maia Sandu’s victory in second round of Moldovan election show’s limits to Moscow’s meddling Divination in early modern Britain sought signs in swine, the stars and scripture Cop16: the world’s largest meeting to save nature has ended with no clear path ahead Lebanon peace deal: Israel-Hezbollah agreement needs to be guaranteed by the Lebanese armed forces Uncertain fate for Thailand’s amnesty bill amid royal defamation controversy Crossbenchers cancel their membership of airlines’ elite lounges ‘Even the worst possible scenario is not actually all that bad.’ Alexei Navalny’s memoir is a testament to resisting authoritarianism 31% of companies are not paying tax in Australia. How do they do it? DR Congo President Suggests Changes to Term Limits COP29: What you need to know about the global climate summit Africa: Richer countries must commit to pay at COP29 as climate change forcibly displaces millions across Africa Apart from Chris Martin’s fall, here are 10 other examples of onstage accidents. Can we keep performers safe? Australia is axing a $7bn military satellite project, leaving defence comms potentially vulnerable Authentically embracing tikanga Māori can help New Zealand in the growing Asian markets US presidential election remains a toss-up, and a guide to US election day in Australia Will it be Kamala Harris or Donald Trump? Here’s what each needs to win the US election Woman of the Hour: Anna Kendrick’s unflinching directorial debut reframes true crime for a post-#MeToo era The US presidential election is too close to call. Don’t blame the polls Dams have taken half the water from Australia’s second biggest river – and climate change will make it even worse An Indigenous person is 4 times more likely to die from diabetes. We need to better understand how exercise can help In the US, political division can take a significant toll on people’s health. Australia should pay attention Why do organisations still struggle to protect our data? We asked 50 professionals on the privacy front line How are racehorses really treated in the ‘sport of kings’? Exploring the extraordinary potential (and avoiding the pitfalls) of your local Buy Nothing group The racist ‘one-drop rule’ lives on in how Trump talks about Black politicians and whiteness in America Is Donald Trump preying on his supporters’ death fears? What terror management theory offers us How some South Asian countries are embracing colonialism by moving citizens to disputed areas Without a One Health plan, Canada is vulnerable to future pandemics Communication problems can be the sign of a mental health disorder Albanese flags radical changes to student debt – with a 20% overall cut and drop in payment rates View from The Hill: it’s time to put some new rules around upgrades for parliamentarians Financial skills like managing debt are key to success, but Ghana’s small businesses don’t have them Only 3% of South Africans can name all five national animals and plants. Why these symbols matter COP29: AI can help develop climate-resistant crops for Africa – but it shouldn’t be left in the hands of corporates Big companies profit from poverty but aren’t obliged to uphold human rights. International law must change – scholar Nepali Nobel Prize nominee Surya Subedi on law, human rights, and global peace Tales of my shoes: A reminder of the two hellish years of the Tigray war we endured in Ethiopia Undoing the ‘deep state’ means Trump would undo over a century of progress in building a federal government for the people and not just for rich white men 85 per cent of journalist killings go unpunished 85 percent of journalist killings go unpunished Türkiye: Spying Bill Threatens Rights Defenders, Journalists I research sexual perversions and paraphilas – here’s what we’ve learned about them Massachusetts could be the next state to get rid of the ‘subminimum wage’ for tipped workers Election anxiety doesn’t need to win − here are 3 science-backed strategies from a clinical psychologist to rein in the stress Five ways the budget shows Rachel Reeves is thinking long-term more than the Tories ever did I research sexual fetishes like cannibalism – here’s what we’ve learned about them Mr Loverman: a beautifully realised TV drama that is faithful to the novel – with a few subtle changes Glioblastoma: why immunotherapy may offer hope for brain cancer patients We Solve Murders by Richard Osman demonstrates the impact of ChatGPT on forensic linguistics Man Utd: the myth of the ‘all-powerful’ football manager is why so many of them get the sack Forty years after Ronald Reagan was re-elected, Republicans want Reaganism back Dying is more painful when society won’t listen – stories of financial hardship that show how end-of-life care needs to change Apophis: a new European space mission could get up close with a large asteroid that’s set to brush by Earth Labour has bet big on green industrial policy. But there may be there cheaper ways to net zero Zambia Should Stop Harassing Investigative Journalist ‘Historic development’ in Thailand as it moves to end statelessness for nearly 500,000 people US election: officials are issued with panic buttons as attacks on ballot boxes continue US election: Trump is threatening to turn back the tide on America’s environmental laws and reverse climate progress How the fashion industry is using its cultural clout in the US election – and why it matters Five lesser-known Godzilla films to watch before the king of monsters turns 70 Big, bold and risky, but Rachel Reeves has still presented a continuity budget Guns, militia and social media amplify the risks of political violence during the US election Albanese promises changes to HELP repayment arrangements to ease cost of living Who formally declares the winner of the US presidential election? International election monitors can help boost people’s trust in the electoral process − but not all work the same way Trump’s Detroit insults are based on old narratives local media are rewriting every day Denver slaughterhouse ban could affect food systems in Colorado and beyond For one survivor, the 1920 Election Day massacre in Florida was ‘the night the devil got loose’ Elon Musk misses Philly court date, stalling ‘illegal lottery’ case against him − an expert on Philadelphia politics weighs in Monkeys know who will win the election – primal instincts humans share with them shape voters’ choices No, America’s battery plant boom isn’t going bust – construction is on track for the biggest factories, with over 23,000 jobs planned The colonial legacy lurking beneath economic unrest in the French Caribbean St. Augustine was no stranger to culture wars – and has something to say about today’s ‘Safe route’ or ‘sushi route’ − 2 strategies to turn yuck to yum and convince people to eat unusual foods How to overcome your device dependency and manage a successful digital detox US government tries to rein in an out-of-control subscription economy Jobs report gives a final lackluster snapshot prior to election − but overall, the economy under Biden has been a tale of 2 eras Is thirst a good predictor of dehydration? Politics with Michelle Grattan: Bruce Wolpe says personal relations between Trump and Albanese would be ‘rocky’ Turkiye: Osman Kavala Marks 7 Years Behind Bars Transforming trauma into art through smoke and spirit: Congolese artist Géraldine Tobe ‘I’m coming home from a party, and I don’t want to end up getting arrested’: do driving apps help people break road rules? Tech billionaire Elon Musk’s social media posts have had a ‘sudden boost’ since July, new research reveals Australians love sport, but which ones do they actually play? National survey results paint a surprising picture The Proud Boys founder counselled Kanye West about Hitler. John Safran has the lowdown Could Ukraine be heading toward a frozen conflict? Why so much is hinging on the US election Naked tennis, outback feuds and a chimp named Tonka: what we’re streaming in November Decoding the body language of politicians: Beware of misleading analyses NZ must step up to protect its own oceans to match international commitments made at Commonwealth leaders’ meeting Which Australian states and territories perform best on gender representation in parliament? We crunched the numbers Sudan’s civil war has left at least 62,000 dead by our estimate − but the true figure could be far higher What should I do to prepare for a monologue performance? Friday essay: cure or kill? The deadly serious world of poison gardens – and why I planted my own From eye exams to blood tests and surgery: how doctors use light to diagnose disease Ancient mud reveals Australia’s burning history over the past 130,000 years – and shows a way through our fiery future In Norway, students get grades for their behaviour – could this work in Australia? 5 things you can do to end the biodiversity crisis as the world talks about it at COP16 Explainer: a short history of the Electoral College and how it subverts the will of voters The ‘big 4’ accounting firms often consult for the same clients they audit. Should that be allowed? Seen a jellyfish off the dock? 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