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Punch the monkey isn’t the first lonely zoo animal to capture our hearts – or raise troubling questions

For weeks, the story of Punch the monkey has tugged at heartstrings around the world. Videos of this lonely baby monkey at Japan’s Ichikawa Zoo have triggered global outpourings of empathy, grief and outrage.

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‘I am the enemy of death’: Gisèle Pelicot’s memoir is a remarkable tale of survival

Gisèle Pelicot’s compelling and moving memoir begins with the day she learned that over the course of at least nine years, she had been raped by her husband Dominique and around 80 other men, while she was drugged and unconscious.

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Cuba has survived 66 years of US-led embargoes. Will Trump’s blockade break it now?

After toppling Venezuela’s leader earlier this year, the Trump administration has turned its sights on Cuba. The near-total blockade of the island is now posing the greatest challenge to the government since the Cuban missile crisis in 1962.

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Violent aftermath of Mexico’s ‘El Mencho’ killing follows pattern of other high-profile cartel hits

The death of a major cartel boss in Mexico has unleashed a violent backlash in which members of the criminal group have paralyzed some cities through blockades and attacks on property and security forces.

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Two new federal polls have One Nation gaining on Labor

Two new federal polls by DemosAU and Fox & Hedgehog have the combined primary vote for Labor and the Greens dropping as One Nation continues to surge. There’s no sign of a boost for the Coalition from Angus Taylor replacing Sussan Ley.

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Prohibitive policies drove organised crime in Australia 100 years ago. It’s happening again

Organised crime has a long history in Australia. For more than a century, criminal groups have accumulated vast fortunes, committed countless acts of intimidation and coercion and, at times, extreme and spectacular violence.

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Buying a car? Here’s what you need to know about new safety ratings

Most people know about car safety ratings and many take them seriously when choosing a new car.

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These shoes are best for hip and knee arthritis, according to science

People with hip and knee osteoarthritis are advised to wear “appropriate footwear” to minimise their pain.

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3D-printed ‘ghost guns’ are not as untraceable as criminals think – new study

3D-printed guns are a growing threat to public safety. The blueprints used to make these firearms can be found online, making them easily accessible. With a relatively cheap 3D printer and a quick web search, anyone could print their own unlicensed gun.

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We studied primary care in 6 rich countries – it’s under unprecedented strain everywhere

Primary care – the kind delivered by general practice (GP) clinics – is the backbone of every health system. When it works, we barely notice it.

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Cameos in ‘Marty Supreme’ ask audiences to dig deeper

In the lead-up to Oscar season, Josh Safdie, the director of Marty Supreme, has been elaborating on the many cameos in his film that build on real-world associations to create a rich cast of characters.

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Calls for a boycott of the 2026 FIFA World Cup are growing, but how realistic is one?

The next major international sporting event, the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup hosted jointly by the United States, Canada and Mexico, is already garnering international scrutiny. There have been numerous calls to boycott it.

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Canada is a global leader in obesity care guidelines, so why are Canadians still waiting months for treatment at home?

Canada is recognized globally for its world-leading obesity care guidelines — yet Canadians continue to struggle to access the very treatment plans we’ve developed. Meanwhile, the same model of care is now the one the World Health Organization (WHO) is urging other countries to adopt.

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Guide to the classics: 18th century novel Fantomina has a sexually curious, identity-switching heroine

Eliza Haywood was a bestselling 18th century author closely associated with the then-emerging genre of the novel. Little is known of her life beyond her writing. She is best known for her novella Fantomina; or Love in a Maze, a story of female desire and assumed identities that partly subverts…

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Delving into ‘deep time’: what NZ’s ancient past reveals about its present

We know Aotearoa New Zealand is home to many geographically and biologically special features. Yet few of us know it also has its very own measure of “deep time”.

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Can blood tests really detect cancer?

If you’re feeling worn out or have suddenly lost some weight, your doctor might send you for a blood test.

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When feral cats are away, potoroos and bandicoots are more likely to play

All animals need to eat to survive, grow and reproduce. To do so, they also need to avoid being eaten. This is a big challenge for many of Australia’s native mammals, because when they search for food, they must also escape the attention of introduced predators, namely, feral cats and…

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One of the biggest stars in the universe might be getting ready to explode

One of the largest known stars in the universe underwent a dramatic transformation in 2014, new research shows, and may be preparing to explode.

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I’m a drowning prevention researcher – my kid’s school swimming carnival shocked me

It is swimming carnival season in Australia. This typically means children from about Year 2 and up are asked to swim a distance of 50 metres or one length of an Olympic-size pool – if they say they can.

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Reality check: America’s Next Top Model docuseries never apologises for abuse of contestants

If you’ve spent much time on the internet, you probably know how to yell “I was rooting for you!” The clip from “Cycle 4” (iykyk) of America’s Next Top Model which aired in 2005 went uncontrollably viral.

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What are your options if you can’t afford to repay your mortgage?

After just three rate cuts in 2025, interest rates have risen again in Australia this year. It’s unwelcome news for many borrowers – particularly those still struggling with the increasing cost of living.

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Countries in the Americas can act to protect the environment without the United States

The United States federal government recently revoked a landmark scientific ruling by the Environmental Protection Agency that stated greenhouse gases are a threat to public health. U.S. President Donald Trump said the ruling was a “disasterous” policy that “severely damaged the American auto industry and massively drove up prices for…

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Why are the phrases ‘globalise the intifada’ and ‘from the river to the sea’ so contested?

In the aftermath of the Bondi terrorist attack at a Hanukkah celebration that killed 15 people, the New South Wales government is moving toward banning phrases it argues incite hatred. The Queensland government has said it would do the same.

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What wearables can (and can’t) tell you about your heart health

Half of people in the UK use a wearable device, such as a fitness tracker or smartwatch. These devices collect data relating to health and physical activity levels – including heart rate, step count and sleep quality. With the emergence of AI, such devices will probably become even more sophisticated…

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The Moment: Charli XCX is the ultimate chronicler of contemporary pop stardom

“Want to go again?” a choreographer asks Charli XCX at the start of the mockumentary The Moment. It’s the latest entry in the pop star’s rapidly expanding cinematic empire, propelled by the stratospheric cultural impact of her 2024 album, Brat.

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