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We attached cameras to whale sharks and captured krill chases never witnessed before

Whale sharks (Rhincodon typus) – the world’s biggest fish – are one of the most charismatic marine species. They connect with the hearts of anyone lucky enough to encounter them, making people deeply curious about their lives and invested in their conservation.

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Play, pause, rewind – where do these universal media symbols come from?

The play symbol is one of the world’s most recognisable icons. Across languages, writing systems, and cultures, a single right-pointing triangle is widely understood as “start”.

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More testosterone won’t make a better soldier or a tougher man – aggression and strength drive T levels, not the other way around

How low is too low when it comes to testosterone levels? When Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced in July 2026 that U.S. service members ages 30 and older will have their testosterone tested every year, neither he nor the Pentagon specified what level of the hormone would be considered “low”…

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Google wants to release 16 million sterile mozzies. Our Australian tests offer a valuable lesson

In the United States, Google’s (now Alphabet) Debug initiative has asked the federal government for permission to release up to 32 million sterilised male mosquitoes in California and Florida.

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Chinese companies are taking over the EV market. What’s behind their meteoric rise?

If producing electric vehicles (EVs) was an Olympic sport, China would be dominating the medals podium.

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There are already 16,000 satellites in Earth’s orbit. How will we manage the next 100,000?

Earth’s orbit is getting crowded.

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‘Masculinism’ is uniting the US right – what is it?

A new movement, “masculinism”, is uniting the right behind extreme anti-feminist views, chiefly in the United States. It promotes the dominant role of men in society, including the idea that men should dominate women.

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New laws in Victoria target online trolls and harmful tech designs. How will they work?

The Victorian government has announced it will introduce “nation-leading” laws to make technology companies accountable for preventing hate and keeping children safe.

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Trump has $1,000 baby accounts. In contrast, Australia delivers a lifetime of savings

Why is the US president now handing out US$1,000 to American babies – and what does it have to do with a retirement system built on the other side of the world?

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Cutting community participation budgets isn’t needed to save the NDIS

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) reform bill, now before parliament is the centrepiece of the federal government’s budget savings measures.

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Arctic sea ice decline seemed to be slowing – until two record-breaking low-ice winters

Arctic sea ice appeared to be entering a new phase. In the early 2020s, the rapid decline seen over previous decades seemed to ease, leading scientists to ask whether winter sea ice loss had slowed.

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Is there really a global loneliness epidemic? Research reveals a more complex picture

Few human experiences are as universal – or as poorly understood – as loneliness.

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Declassified intelligence is not the same as proof

President Donald Trump used a nationally televised address on July 16, 2026, to unveil a collection of declassified documents. He said these documents, which the White House posted online during the address, show serious vulnerabilities in American election systems, extensive Chinese acquisition of U.S. voter data, and an intelligence community…

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Industrial development is fragmenting Canada’s boreal forest. Governments should think carefully about future approvals

There’s been a lot of talk about major infrastructure projects in Canada lately, with the federal government planning to fast-track resource development across the country.

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Mental health programs alone won’t fix psychological injury among public safety workers

A recent Ontario Coroner’s Review documented 34 deaths by suicide among correctional workers over the past 15 years, with 17 of those deaths occurring since 2020.

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Testosterone and combat readiness: what does the evidence really show?

Pete Hegseth, the US defence secretary, recently announced plans to measure testosterone levels in US soldiers with a promise of “ensuring you have the right testosterone levels to operate at your absolute best”. Soldiers found to have low testosterone would be offered treatment, although accepting it would remain voluntary.

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No lectern and the promise of a ‘new model’ – what we can learn from Andy Burnham’s speech

The UK’s new prime minister, Andy Burnham, has taken on the leadership of the country at a divisive and unstable time. The divisions stem from attitudes over immigration and its economic and cultural impacts, as well as the apparent instability of the UK political system.

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Who does a company’s past belong to and how can companies stay true to their history?

Corporate history belongs to everyone. It belongs just as much to communications professionals keen to craft unifying narratives for their clients and staff, as it does to historians who advocate honesty when it comes to the grey areas. To prevent the past from being rewritten, researchers are calling for the…

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Why looking out for ‘weak signals’ can help European companies stay in business

A Kodak engineer built the first digital camera in 1975. The bosses said: “That’s cute, but don’t tell anyone”. On inventing a filmless device that would revolutionise photography, the reaction inside the company, was more or less that it was a charming little toy and that they should probably keep…

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Fleeing by boat: Why the Namaygoosisagagun First Nation wildfire tragedy was so predictable

On July 13, the residents of Namaygoosisagagun First Nation in Northern Ontario watched a massive wildfire jump the rail line near their homes. Facing an approaching 350,000-hectare fire, just over two dozen people who were in the community at the time could not wait for official evacuation co-ordinates, government transport…

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K-pop is becoming more international – what that means for the K in the genre

K-pop has become a multibillion-dollar global success. This growth has been driven by viral choreography, high-concept music videos and a highly passionate fanbase that functions like an unofficial global marketing team.

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Iran is turning into the sort of ‘forever war’ that Donald Trump promised to avoid

When Donald Trump returned to the White House, he promised to avoid another Middle Eastern “forever war”. After the costly experiences of Iraq and Afghanistan, that pledge resonated with an American public weary of prolonged military intervention.

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Most Canadian teens have seen graphic violence online, and algorithms — not searches — are to blame

When right-wing commentator and social media influencer Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on a university campus in September 2025, graphic videos of the assassination quickly spread online. Many of those images also landed in front of teenagers worldwide.

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How to know when fruit and veg are still safe to eat – and when they should be binned

Whether it’s trimming off a piece of mushy parsnip or cutting away a slightly mouldy bit of apple, many of us have used produce long after their peak of freshness.

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Why do some people who trust in science also believe in scientific conspiracy theories?

In a world where trust in institutions is mostly in decline, levels of trust in science remain relatively high. Yet at the same time, belief in scientific conspiracy theories, such as hushed-up effects of vaccines or aeroplane “chemtrails”, is also widespread.

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