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Iran war: from the Middle East to America, history shows you cannot assassinate your way to peace
Despite Rabin’s long personal history as a famed and often ruthless military commander in the 1948 and 1967 Arab-Israeli Wars ...
Australians in the bush want tougher penalties on crime. Here’s why – and what’s needed now
As political debate over law and order grows, leaders must address the divide in how city and country Australians view crime ...
In view of Trump’s review of AUKUS, should Australia cancel the subs deal? We asked 5 experts
A “blueprint” for defence cooperation or an “affront” to Australian sovereignty? Expert opinion is mixed on the benefits and ...
Judy Davis gives a singularly vivid performance in The Spare Room – but the play falls short
In Belvoir’s new adaptation of The Spare Room, Judy Davis lights up the stage. But the production does not match Davis’ star ...
What is ‘cognitive shuffling’ and does it really help you get to sleep? Two sleep scientists explain
Is there any science behind this TikTok trend? Cognitive shuffling attempts to mimic the thinking patterns good sleepers ...
Wetland restoration is seen as sunk cost – but new research shows why it should be considered an investment
Traditional cost-benefit analyses treat wetland restoration as a one-off expense with fixed returns. New research shows this ...
New research shows Australians see influencers as major sources of misinformation
The latest Digital News Report shows Australians are still avoiding traditional media, but are highly sceptical of social ...
Why does my phone sometimes not ring when people call? A communications expert explains
Another possibility is that your phone may have failed to register with the IMS network. If this happens – due to something ...
Israel, Iran and the US: why 2025 is a turning point for the international order
In May 2025, the US and Israel then advanced a new aid mechanism for Gaza run by private security contractors operating in ...
What’s the right way to mark Juneteenth? The newest US holiday is confusing Americans
As one critic asked, has Juneteenth devolved ‘into an exploitative and profit-driven enterprise for companies that disregard ...
How does Israel’s famous air defence work? It’s not just the ‘Iron Dome’
Israel’s high-tech defences have so far succeeded against most of the hundreds of ballistic missiles fired by Iran.
Dopamine can make it hard to put down our phone or abandon the online shopping cart. Here’s why
Thankfully, there are healthy, non-addictive ways to boost your dopamine levels. Exercise is one of the most effective methods for boosting dopamine naturally. Physical activities such as walking, ...