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Will row over Iran conflict spell the end of Nato?

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What is Benjamin Netanyahu’s end game in the Iran war?

The war between the United States, Israel, and Iran is now into its second month. Despite spectacular early successes, the resilience of Iran’s government and military has meant the US and Israel have lost the strategic initiative. This means they are being more reactive than proactive in determining the outcome…

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Will medicinal cannabis help my mental health? Here are the evidence and the risks

Anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are among the most common mental health conditions for which Australians are prescribed medicinal cannabis.

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I’m close to retirement age. What are my options for drawing on my super savings?

Retiring well means making a series of decisions to ensure a financially secure post-work life. One practical step is to work out the income you need each week to survive and thrive when you stop working.

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Retraction: we have removed an article about the transatlantic slave trade

We have retracted an article, “The transatlantic slave trade is the gravest crime against humanity – why the UN declaration matters”.

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Why does chocolate cost so much this Easter, when cocoa’s price is at a 3-year low?

An Easter bunny for $10. A box of 20 hollow Easter eggs for $18. A 100g block of plain dark chocolate for $8.50.

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Meet ‘Voices from the South’, The Conversation Brazil’s podcast on science and climate in Brazil and Australia

It was quite an effort: six months of work, researches in two countries, trips to the Amazon and the interior of the state of Minas Gerais, and dozens of interviews with Brazilian and Australian researchers — both academics and/or owners of the ancestral knowledge of Indigenous peoples.

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What Americans can learn from other civil activism movements against authoritarian regimes

On Feb. 24, The Conversation hosted a webinar titled, “What Americans can learn from other nonviolent civil activism movements.”

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AI makes rewilding look tame – and misses its messy reality

Humans have always imagined the natural world. From Ice Age cave paintings to the modern day, we depict the animals and landscapes we value – and ignore those we don’t.

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Why hasn’t the US military used force to secure the Strait of Hormuz?

Since the United States and Israel launched their war against Iran in late February, Iran has retaliated by targeting commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, effectively shutting down the narrow channel of water.

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Homebodies: bold TV about a trans man, his mother and the conversations they never had

When Nora (Claudia Karvan) breaks her leg, her son Darcy (Luke Wiltshire) – a trans man – returns home to see her for the first time since he came out. It doesn’t take long before Darcy realises there’s another presence in his childhood home: a ghost of his younger pre-transition…

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‘Drive-off’ fuel thefts cost $80 million even before the war – and they’re heading up

With petrol and diesel prices soaring, we’re hearing more reports of alleged fuel thefts from petrol stations, farms, trucks and even parked cars.

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Iran was always going to close the Strait of Hormuz

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Compulsory super is higher than ever at 12%. But cutting it would hurt low-paid workers most

A central element of Australia’s superannuation system is the superannuation guarantee (SG). This is the compulsory 12% of an employee’s earnings that an employer must pay into the employee’s nominated superannuation fund.

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What is the ‘boy kibble’ trend? And is it healthy? A nutrition expert explains

“Boy kibble” is the latest food trend that has young men (and some women) preparing simple meals that – you guessed it – look like dog food, or “kibble”.

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This medicinal cannabis website bends the rules. Take our quiz to see why

When the Queensland Dolphins ran onto the field in mid-April 2024, the rugby league team’s jerseys bore the logo of Alternaleaf – a “plant medicine” clinic.

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Is your ‘sustainable’ super funding fossil fuels or weapons? How to check the fine print

Many Australians don’t realise their superannuation savings – worth A$4.5 trillion and growing – may be invested in fossil fuel companies, gambling, or even weapons manufacturers.

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Medicinal cannabis has gone mainstream. But Australia’s struggling to cope

Medicinal cannabis has become a routine part of health care in Australia far more quickly than many expected.

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Antipathy no more: diplomacy wins out as Australia and the EU sign a free trade agreement

After an often acrimonious relationship over more than half a century, Australia and the European Union have signed a Free Trade Agreement (FTA). During a visit to Canberra by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, the FTA has come to fruition after many years of negotiations and stalled talks.…

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How reducing ‘just in case’ purchases can help avoid empty shelves and fuel bowsers

If you’ve topped up your tank at a petrol station recently, did it feel like you were “panic buying”? Or did it feel more like “I’d better buy some, just in case”?

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How dolphins communicate – new discoveries from a long-term study in Sarasota, Florida

Human fascination with bottlenose dolphins goes back thousands of years, at least as early as Greek mythology.

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Risk-averse voters want caution and visible reform. Can Albanese deliver both?

As citizens, we decide whether governments deserve to be rewarded, punished or replaced – often with imperfect information. The First Albanese Government offers a clear‑eyed account, as Labor proceeds through its second term, of its first: the reforms, missteps and limits.

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‘Project Hail Mary’ explores unique forms of life in space – 5 essential reads on searching for aliens that look nothing like life on Earth

“Project Hail Mary,” the movie adaptation to Andy Weir’s 2021 novel about a science teacher attempting to save the Earth from sun-eating microbes, was released in March 2026 to stellar ratings from critics and audiences alike. The movie explores a few unique forms that extraterrestrial life could take, from space…

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Fines alone won’t stop big tech behaving badly. Here’s what might work

As countries around the world look to follow Australia’s lead and implement a social media ban for kids, many are also considering fines as an enforcement mechanism.

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How does your super balance compare to other people your age?

If you have ever checked your super balance and wondered whether you are “behind” for your age, you aren’t alone.

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