The idea that energy is a fundamental driver of societal progress has led to the concept…
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Opinion: Our hybrid media system has emboldened anti-LGBTQ+ hate—what can we do about it?
Anti-LGBTQ+ hate from religious conservatives and far-right extremists in the United States, and now in Australia,…
Just 1 in 5 employees in the space industry are women—this lack of diversity is holding us back, say researchers
This week, the Australian Space Summit is celebrating some of our nation’s strengths and achievements in…
Reusable nappies can reduce the environmental footprint of parenting—but only if they're used with care
Around the world, another 45 babies are born every ten seconds. Each of these babies will…
Opinion: 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3' urges us to defend real animals
As “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 “lights up the box office, its glow is reaching…
Supreme Court's ruling on humane treatment of pigs could catalyze a wave of new animal welfare laws
Should California be able to require higher welfare standards for farm animals raised in other states…
Short meetings could encourage teachers to stay on the job
A single, 10-minute meeting between teachers and their principals can increase teacher job satisfaction, our new…
For Canada jays, sibling rivalry can be deadly as winner takes all
In the animal kingdom, sibling conflicts —mostly in the form of competition for food from parents…
Whale sharks found to slow down to allow researchers to scrape off parasites
A trio of marine biologists from The University of Western Australia has found that some whale…
Jaw shapes of 90 shark species show evolution driven by habitat
An international research team led by Faviel A. López-Romero from the Department of Paleontology at the…