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Curious Kids: Do sharks sneeze?

  • Written by: Jane Williamson, Associate Professor in Marine Ecology, Macquarie University
imageA shark's nose is chemosensory only, and it doesn’t join up to the back of the throat like ours does.Flickr/Leszek Leszczynski, CC BY-SA

This is an article from Curious Kids, a new series for children. The Conversation is asking kids to send in questions they’d like an expert to answer. All questions are welcome – serious, weird...

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Adani gives itself the green light, but that doesn't change the economics of coal

  • Written by: Samantha Hepburn, Director of the Centre for Energy and Natural Resources Law, Deakin Law School, Deakin University
imageIs it nearly the end of the road for coal?Shutterstock.com

Indian mining firm Adani yesterday announced that its board had approved plans to proceed with the controversial Carmichael coal mine in Queensland’s Galilee Basin.

But it is still far from clear whether Adani has actually obtained the finance to proceed with the A$16.5 billion...

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Winter warmth is in the forecast (but don't celebrate yet)

  • Written by: Andrew King, Climate Extremes Research Fellow, University of Melbourne
imageIt might feel nippy, but look out for winter heatwaves.REUTERS/David Gray

The Bureau of Meteorology has issued its seasonal forecast for the winter, and it should be a warm one throughout southern Australia and the very tips of the Top End.

After a warm autumn, particularly in the east, this winter is forecast to be warmer and drier than usual...

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Infographic: Are we making progress on Indigenous education?

  • Written by: Claire Shaw, Education Editor, The Conversation
imageNorthern Territory has the highest proportion of Indigenous school students.Neda Vanovac/AAP

In this series, we’ll discuss whether progress is being made on Indigenous education, looking at various areas including policy, scholarships, school leadership, literacy and much more.


imageVarious sources/The Conversation, CC BY-ND

Tony Dreise does not...

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  3. Vale Anthony Foster – a man of deep courage and quiet determination
  4. Our 'sporting nation' is a myth, so how do we get youngsters back on the field?
  5. Retirement and regeneration: how robots and replicants experience death
  6. Vaginal mesh controversy shows collective failure of the TGA and Australia's specialists
  7. In a fractured world, Eurovisions opens a dialogue through art
  8. Chinese influence compromises the integrity of our politics
  9. No flies on Australia's richest union
  10. Politics podcast: John Blaxland on handling Islamist terrorism
  11. Labour victory possible at UK general election
  12. How Australia became a nation, and women won the vote
  13. FactCheck Q A: are Indigenous Australians the most incarcerated people on Earth?
  14. Cultures fuse and connect, so we should embrace polyculturalism
  15. With a focus on AI, VR and AR, Apple announces hardware and software upgrades
  16. Explainer: what is traumatic brain injury?
  17. Twenty-five years of Australian climate pledges, trumped...
  18. When it comes to disappearing ocean history, HMAS Perth is the tip of the iceberg
  19. There'll be no records set this week by Australian economic growth figures
  20. How America can copy Australia's asset-recycling scheme
  21. Australia will finally ban cosmetic testing on animals
  22. Naracoorte, where half a million years of biodiversity and climate history are trapped in caves
  23. Academic Chongyi Feng: profits, freedom and China’s 'soft power' in Australia
  24. Time for a 'digital' reality check on Fairfax and The New York Times
  25. Six ways to improve meal times with your children
  26. Why touted public transport savings from competitive tendering are too high
  27. Only Heaven Knows brings 1940s queer Sydney roaring back to life
  28. No more playing games: AlphaGo AI to tackle some real world challenges
  29. Islam and the fine line of academic freedom
  30. Sunday penalty rates to be phased down
  31. Manchester, ritual emotion and the healing power of song
  32. Australia's digital strategy needs major readjustment
  33. Anti-siphoning changes a blow to sports fans who want to watch on free-to-air TV
  34. Improving sleep in children with ADHD has some lessons for all parents
  35. As Britain reels from another terror attack, political leaders wobble towards an election
  36. The Australia-China Relations Institute doesn't belong at UTS
  37. How can Australia have too many doctors, but still not meet patient needs?
  38. The NBN: how a national infrastructure dream fell short
  39. Why is it so difficult to prosecute returning fighters?
  40. Erasing history: why Islamic State is blowing up ancient artefacts
  41. Hidden feather patterns tell the story of birds
  42. We can't recycle our way to 'zero waste'
  43. How to escape the media's obsession with Trump and filter him from the web
  44. Australia-China Relations Institute responds to questions on research and funding
  45. Trump’s Paris Retreat is Beijing’s Opportunity
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Cost Savings and Benefits of Using Used Pallets in Logistics

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How Fulfilment Services in Australia Help Businesses Scale Efficiently

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Practical Ways Australian Workplaces Can Reduce Operating Costs

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Turning Your Empty Tables into Revenue

The rise of AI demand tools in hospitality, the EatClub–CommBank partnership, and seven trends reshaping Australian dining  A growing number of Australian venues are turning to AI-powered demand mana...

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High-Impact Dental Marketing Strategies That Are Driving Real Practice Growth Today

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How Telematics Helps Australian Companies Improve Productivity

Operating a commercial fleet in Australia is a uniquely demanding endeavour. Between the sprawling urban sprawl of cities like Sydney and Melbourne and the immense, unforgiving stretches of the Outb...

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Lighting Shop in Perth: How The Right Lighting Can Transform Your Home And Business

The right lighting can completely change the look, feel, and functionality of any space. Whether it ...

Traffic Light System Solutions For Safer And More Efficient Traffic Management

Modern cities and growing communities rely heavily on effective traffic management to ensure safety...

Gold Migration Lawyers in Liquidation: How the Closure Affects Your ART Appeal

If your appeal was with Gold Migration Lawyers, a recent change to how the Tribunal decides cases ...

The pressure cooker: life in urban Australia in 2026

Australian cities have always been demanding. Long commutes, rising housing costs, busy schedules a...

What Actually Makes a Good Criminal Lawyer in Melbourne

Most people only think about this question once. That is usually too late. Most people charged wi...

Why Working With A Chatswood Tutor Can Improve Academic Performance

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Is It Worth Getting Solar Panels in Melbourne?

The real question is not whether solar works in Melbourne. It works. The question is what it is co...

How A Diploma Of Project Management Builds Practical Skills For Modern Work Environments

Developing the ability to plan, execute, and deliver outcomes efficiently is a key requirement in to...

How to Choose the Right Football for Every Level

Choosing a football may seem straightforward, but the right option depends on who will be using it a...