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China bans streaming video as it struggles to keep up with live content

  • Written by: Wanning Sun, Professor of Chinese Media and Cultural Studies, University of Technology Sydney
imageChinese authorities are cracking down on new media.EPA/HOW HWEE YOUNG

Streaming video is testing the limits of China’s media control. A recent ban affecting three of China’s biggest online platforms aimed at “cleaning up the air in cyberspace” is just the latest government crackdown on user-generated content, and especially...

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How parenting advice assumes you're white and middle class

  • Written by: Mark Nielsen, Associate Professor, School of Psychology, The University of Queensland
imageCulturally biased psychology research and the advice based on it ends up in textbooks. But it's not appropriate for everyone.from www.shutterstock.com

Whose advice do you trust when it comes to raising children? For many, the answer is to ask health professionals who can draw on years of experience, and who have access to, and can make sense of,...

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Curious Kids: My tooth fell out. Why is it so spiky on the bottom?

  • Written by: David Manton, Professor of Paediatric Dentistry, University of Melbourne
imageThe edges of your lost tooth are sharp because when the root of the baby tooth is being eaten away, it tends to start from the middle of the root. That leaves a sharp edge behind when the tooth breaks off.Flickr/Stephanie Young, CC BY-SA

This is an article from Curious Kids, a series for children. The Conversation is asking kids to send in...

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Tony Abbott says he'll stay around – because he's needed

  • Written by: Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra
imageMalcolm Turnbull is firm in his belief that his party is one of harmony and robust discussion. But Tony Abbott seems to have other ideas.Mick Tsikas/AAP

The tensions in the Liberal Party are deepening, with Tony Abbott launching a new broadside on Tuesday and Malcolm Turnbull slamming the door on a Liberal backbench attempt to resolve same-sex...

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  1. Home ownership remains strong in Australia but it masks other problems: Census data
  2. Census 2016 puts on display the increasing diversity in Australians' relationships
  3. Census 2016 shows Australia's changing religious profile, with more 'nones' than Catholics
  4. The ATM celebrates 50 years but we're using it less
  5. Why retirement village contracts need to be regulated like insurance
  6. Explainer: what is tularemia and can I catch it from a possum?
  7. Census 2016 reveals Australia is becoming much more diverse – but can we trust the data?
  8. A map that fills a 500-million year gap in Earth's history
  9. Body mass and evolution: why the body mass index is a limited measure of public health
  10. Why many high-achieving Indigenous students are shunning university
  11. The Conversation launches in Canada
  12. Pharmacists are trusted medical professionals, so they shouldn't sell remedies that lack evidence
  13. Tenants' calls for safe public housing fall on deaf ears
  14. Despite our growing taste for craft brews, smaller beer makers face a huge disadvantage
  15. Data visualisation isn't just for communication, it's also a research tool
  16. Contributions to sea-level rise have increased by half since 1993, largely because of Greenland's ice
  17. Roman gladiators were war prisoners and criminals, not sporting heroes
  18. Pyne's self-indulgence damages Turnbull because it reinforces what Liberal right wing malcontents believe
  19. Why I disagree with Nobel Laureates when it comes to career advice for scientists
  20. Rumours of the death of multinational tax avoidance are greatly exaggerated
  21. Logically, how is it possible to use more resources than Earth can replenish?
  22. The NT 'Intervention' led to some changes in Indigenous health, but the social cost may not have been worth it
  23. Get headaches? Here's five things to eat or avoid
  24. The off-topic Conversation #126
  25. Why we desire partners who have had relationship experience
  26. From Elvis to Cobain, The Sound of Falling Stars revives those dead before their time
  27. How to help kids navigate fake news and misinformation online
  28. Australians want insurance against the burden of old age
  29. Full response from a spokesperson for Christian Porter for a FactCheck on welfare spending and income tax
  30. Bust the regional city myths and look beyond the 'big 5' for a $378b return
  31. Three charts on: cancer rates in Australia, where liver cancer is on the rise while other types fall
  32. FactCheck: was Christian Porter right about welfare spending and income tax?
  33. Why is there so little space for women in jazz music?
  34. Ten years on, it's time we learned the lessons from the failed Northern Territory Intervention
  35. Remote workers would rather be watched than ignored and forgotten
  36. Ken Campbell: the palaeontologist whose name lives on in many fossils
  37. Sludge, snags, and surreal animals: life aboard a voyage to study the abyss
  38. Phone scams cost billions. Why isn't technology being used to stop them?
  39. Australians are increasingly non-partisan: Morrison
  40. Greens senator Rhiannon's behaviour 'perfidious': Brown
  41. Apologies: Your Best Guide on the Internet
  42. David Petraeus on US policy under Donald Trump, the generational war against Islamist terrorism, and dealing with China
  43. Politics podcast: Gladys Berejiklian on the need to reform federal-state partnerships
  44. Politics podcast: Alan Finkel on the future of Australia's energy market
  45. Paramedics treating more young women for alcohol intoxication than men
  46. Weekly Quiz: which cultural heritage site was destroyed by the Islamic State on Thursday?
  47. Will Australians ever give up Uber?
  48. VIDEO: Michelle Grattan on the government's Gonski 2.0 win and citizenship changes
  49. Destroying Mosul's Great Mosque: Islamic State's symbolic war to the end
  50. Act now to protect your digital rights, Big Brother and his Little Sisters may be watching

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The Business Case for Choosing Australian Fabricators Over Imported Alternatives

For a long time, you might have defaulted to overseas suppliers when sourcing fabricated metal components for a project. The unit price was lower on paper, and the maths seemed straightforward. That...

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Australian organisations are relying on business continuity plans built for a far more predictable world

Tariff escalations, supply chain fragility, geopolitical events, and the ongoing threat of cyber disruption have reshaped the risk environment facing Australian organisations. The problem is that ma...

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How to Rent a Car for Uber in Melbourne: What Every New Driver Needs to Know

Starting out as an Uber driver in Melbourne is not as complicated as it sounds but getting the vehicle right is where most new drivers get stuck. Uber has strict requirements around vehicle age, condi...

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When Should You Speak to a Lawyer About a Legal Issue?

Legal issues can begin with a simple question, then become harder to manage once formal steps are involved. Many people wait until a matter feels urgent before seeking guidance, even though earlier ...

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The strategic rise of Bali as Australia’s next essential healthcare support hub

As Australian healthcare providers grapple with unprecedented operational bottlenecks, a new nearshore model is quietly transforming patient care delivery. Forward-thinking organisations,  including...

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Cost Savings and Benefits of Using Used Pallets in Logistics

In today’s competitive logistics and supply chain industry, businesses are constantly looking for ways to reduce operational costs without compromising efficiency and reliability. One of the most prac...

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How Fulfilment Services in Australia Help Businesses Scale Efficiently

The growth of e-commerce and modern retail has transformed customer expectations. Consumers now expect fast shipping, accurate order processing, and seamless delivery experiences regardless of where...

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Why Businesses Are Choosing Virtual Reception Services

In today’s fast-paced digital world, businesses are constantly evolving to meet the needs of their...

Why Concrete Pools Offer Endless Design Possibilities

Imagine stepping into your backyard and being greeted by a stunning pool that reflects your person...

How Legal Advice Can Help with Driving Offences

Driving is a part of everyday life for many people. It allows us the freedom to travel, commute, a...

How Experienced Lawyers Support Criminal Defence

Facing criminal charges can be one of the most daunting experiences in a person's life. The stakes...

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In today’s hyper-connected world, standing out is more challenging than ever. Brands are competing...

How to Choose the Perfect Honeymoon Destination

Your wedding day is just the beginning of an incredible journey together. After saying "I do," it’...

Walking Shoes vs Running Shoes: Which Are Better for Daily Walking?

Running shoes have become the default athletic footwear for a lot of people who rarely run. That ...

What Happens to Your Rubbish After It Leaves the Kerb

Most of us don’t think much about rubbish once the bin lid closes. The truck arrives, the bins are e...

Thermoplastic vs. Paint: The True Long-Term Cost Comparison

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