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With Australia now in the worst stage of the COVID-19 pandemic, there could hardly be a worse time for Australian government to cut and restrict its Pandemic Leave Disaster Payment.
The Doomsday Clock has never before been as close to midnight as it is now. There is scant hope of it winding back on its 75th anniversary.
Despite the promising data on the level of student interest and applications since November, universities and governments have much work to do to restore Australia’s lost market share.
People living in sustainable dwellings may use less energy and water which leads to lower bills. But older people may suffer cognitive decline and struggle to use sustainable technology devices.
New research shows the choices we make, and our perceptions of the world, are biased by our initial impressions.
A youth-focussed exhibition about experiences of mental health is interactive and expansive, kicking down the barriers between science and art.
A discussion on what the latest Resolve poll means for the Coalition, George Christensen and Anthony Albanese's chances in the election.
Leaf oysters can form reefs, produce mauve pearls, and reach the size of a dinner plate. They’ve been ignored for far too long.
The monumental Earth Biogenome Project has galvanised hundreds of geneticists and bioinformaticists from all over the world.
With decreasing teacher degree completion rates and low teacher retention, Australia was already facing a growing teacher shortage before the pandemic. But it’s about to get much worse.
A GP and mental health clinician offers some tips to support your mental health if you get COVID and are isolating at home.
92% of performing artists experienced significant changes to their work during early stages of the pandemic – and at least half experienced depression.
The biggest hurdle for republicans is the reality that Australia is already an independent nation. Only sentiment and inertia links us to the British crown.
Australia has one of the highest rooftop solar installation rates in the world, which is great news for our efforts to reduce emissions. But can the grid keep up?
Evidence suggests the development of a person’s sexuality begins before they are born.
More than 2,000 pages of letters spanning 36 years and nine prime ministers have now been made public, albeit with disappointing redactions throughout.
Bushfires in Australia have been reported on regularly since the 19th century. Revisiting these reports shows shifting attitudes towards disaster.
It’s the first time since Resolve began doing its monthly surveys last April that Labor has been ahead of the Coalition on primary votes.
COVID-19 lockdowns have kept researchers from their labs and libraries and delayed projects. What can be done to reduce the likely impacts?
Research on the experience of Indian international students shows the importance of strong social networks for a productive and fulfilling time in Australia.
The airborne nature of COVID supports routine use of respirators by the public. Here, experts explain the science behind this recommendation.
Far from the romance of 1981’s made-for-TV films, Spencer is trapped in a frozen Sandringham setting, gasping for air.
Companies may be using the positive impacts of sport to divert attention from their roles in furthering climate change.
‘Benevolent sexism’ - opening doors for women, offering a hand - may seem harmless enough, even gentlemanly. But a growing body of evidence shows it can have harmful effects on women.