By Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra
The election campaign starts with the government and opposition neck and neck – and minority government considered a real possibility.
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By Dennis Altman, Vice Chancellor's Fellow and Professorial Fellow, Institute for Human Security and Social Change, La Trobe University
It seems Britain has one key inducement to offer US President Donald Trump: a state visit hosted by King Charles.
One can only imagine what the king thinks of this, but he will undoubtedly maintain a stiff upper lip and preside over several lavish dinners.
Following reports of this offer, which would make Trump the only US president to be twice hosted by a British monarch, stories surfaced that the US might become an associate member of the Commonwealth.
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By Jessica Gildersleeve, Professor of English Literature, University of Southern Queensland
Yumna Kassab’s new book, The Theory of Everything, is not a typical novel. It is, its blurb declares, “a fictional theory, a rant, a manifesto […] five mini-novels or else five post-novels”.
But what is a post-novel? And what is the theory of everything?
Review: The Theory of Everything – Yumna Kassab (Ultimo Press)
A novel is usually thought of as a work of prose fiction that seeks to represent the world (or its own world, if we think of fantasy or…
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By Human Rights Watch
Click to expand Image Masaaki Ohkawara (L), president of Ohkawara Kakohki Co., Ltd., and Junji Shimada (C) attend a press conference in Tokyo on June 5, 2024. © 2024 The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images On Wednesday, in Japan’s Diet, the House of Representatives Committee on Judicial Affairs held a hearing on the country’s abusive “hostage justice” system. To pressure suspects to confess to crimes, prosecutors have long detained people prior to trial for prolonged and arbitrary periods: sometimes for several months or even years.This was an extraordinary moment for human rights in Japan.At…
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By Jonathan Este, Senior International Affairs Editor, Associate Editor
Depending on what you think of Donald Trump, his administration could fit either of the following two descriptions. Chaotic, vindictive and accident-prone, marked by mendacity, driven by impulse and bent…
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By Treisha Hylton, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Social Work, Wilfrid Laurier University
Tennis legend Serena Williams is now part of the ownership group of the Toronto Tempo, marking a significant moment for women’s professional sports. The Toronto Tempo is set to kick off their inaugural WNBA season in 2026 and her involvement will help secure the longevity, success and impact the team.
There has never been a better and more exciting time to be a fan, advocate and researcher…
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By Joanne Enticott, Associate Professor, Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, Monash University
Vinay Lakra, Associate Professor of Psychiatry, The University of Melbourne
The cap on Medicare subsidised psychology sessions rose to 20 during COVID. But there are better ways to achieve the program’s aims.
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By Brendan Coates, Program Director, Housing and Economic Security, Grattan Institute
Joey Moloney, Deputy Program Director, Housing and Economic Security, Grattan Institute
Matthew Bowes, Associate, Housing and Economic Security, Grattan Institute
Wealth inequality in Australia has grown over the past quarter century. Surging house prices that have outpaced incomes are to blame.
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By Jason Chin, Senior Lecturer, College of Law, Australian National University
‘Fast science’ can damage research integrity – just as fast food can damage your health. ‘Slow science’ offers an alternative path forward.
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By Liz Sturgiss, Professor of Community Medicine and Clinical Education, Bond University
Kids always seem to be sick on the busiest work days. There are some clear symptoms that mean they should stay at home.
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