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Cities in the sky: how do we decide where this urban journey is taking us?

  • Written by: Wendy Steele, Associate Professor of Urban Policy and Planning, RMIT University
imageHow we imagine 'the city' plays a very large role in how we shape it.Hadi Zaher/GATAG, CC BY

Australian cities are inherently diverse places, but that diversity can lead to conflict between different values about what cities should and can be. Our series, Conflict in the City, brings together urban researchers to examine some of these tensions and...

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It's never been more important to keep an eye on space weather

  • Written by: Brett Carter, RMIT Research Fellow in Space Weather and Ionospheric Physics, RMIT University
imageCoronal mass ejections can play havoc with Earthbound communications.NASA/JPL

As technology becomes increasingly vital in our day-to-day lives, we are more susceptible to “space weather”. What begins with dark spots on the Sun’s surface, and magnetic field disruptions in the Sun’s atmosphere, can result in widespread...

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Trump, the media, and the populist politics of the pogrom

  • Written by: Brian McNair, Professor of Journalism, Media and Communication, Queensland University of Technology
imageScreenshot/Sky News

The coming of the internet, and the global spread of social media, has triggered a period of intensifying cultural chaos. The global consequences are profound.

Short term, the digital communications revolution has allowed a cheap con man like Donald Trump to connect directly with hundreds of millions of Americans and take over...

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The human clitoris is an object of beauty, pleasure and intrigue

  • Written by: Darren Curnoe, Director of the Palaeontology, Geobiology and Earth Archives Research Centre (PANGEA), UNSW Australia
imageA 3D printer model of the human clitoris to be used for teaching sex education in French schools.Splash News, Sun Herald

It seems remarkable to me that well into the twenty-first century we still have so much to learn about many parts of the human body.

Organs we’re all very familiar with - ones we take for granted - still have the power to...

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  1. VIDEO: Michelle Grattan on the South Australia blackout
  2. SA blackout politics overshadow the real issues on power generation
  3. What's happening when our joints crack and is it bad?
  4. Why do we need 'Pokie-Leaks'? We already know how pokies work
  5. Friday essay: talking, writing and fighting like girls
  6. Everyone's different: what parts of the brain make our personalities so unique?
  7. Suspending welfare payments won’t help young people get jobs
  8. The big picture of the universe reveals the family tree of galaxies
  9. Climate change is happening in your garden: here's how to spot it
  10. Vital Signs: President Trump would cause financial Armageddon
  11. Australia can't afford to turn inwards, Morrison says
  12. Grattan on Friday: Turnbull's challenge is to avoid the Gillard trap
  13. Turnbull turns South Australia crisis into row over renewables
  14. Whether China is dumping steel in Australia under the 'market economy' label is very subjective
  15. Neither Hillary, nor Donald, better None of the Above
  16. Hold it right there: how (and why) to stop light in its tracks
  17. Can we use a simple blood test to detect cancer?
  18. Unknown Land: mapping and imagining Western Australia
  19. Libertarian or Green? What chances do third parties have in 2016?
  20. Turnbull uses South Australian blackout to push for uniformity on renewables
  21. Sense of place: messier than it ever was, so how do we manage this shifting world?
  22. Do 'kindy bootcamps' get children ready for school?
  23. What caused South Australia's state-wide blackout?
  24. ‘Paper cat’ Australia has real fears for China to address
  25. Backpacker tax compromise means more discrimination for these workers
  26. Australia's proposed war crimes amendments demand careful scrutiny
  27. Race to the White House – who won and who lost the first presidential debate? Does it matter?
  28. Density, sprawl, growth: how Australian cities have changed in the last 30 years
  29. New drone rules: with more eyes in the sky, expect less privacy
  30. Putting carbon back in the land is just a smokescreen for real climate action: Climate Council report
  31. Record high to record low: what on earth is happening to Antarctica's sea ice?
  32. Queensland's culling program is not the solution to New South Wales' shark problem
  33. We need to change more than pay for executives to do better
  34. Refusing to play the race game
  35. How our brain controls movement and makes new connections when parts are damaged
  36. Donald Trump's 'new civil rights agenda' talk is just unhelpful noise
  37. Business Briefing: treat the cause not the symptoms of problems with private health insurance
  38. Politics podcast: Scott Ryan on the same-sex marriage plebiscite and political donations
  39. Weekly Dose: amyl started as a poison antidote, now a common party drug
  40. Black Mist Burnt Country asks: what remains after the mushroom cloud?
  41. A revolution disguised as organic gardening: in memory of Bill Mollison
  42. There are question marks over much of the forensic evidence used in our courts
  43. Turnbull will not succeed as prime minister unless he unites his party
  44. Eastern quolls edge closer to extinction – but it’s not too late to save them
  45. Burnt-out and overworked, Australia’s nurses and midwives consider leaving profession
  46. Progressives should accept Corbyn’s triumph – it’s the price of democracy
  47. The 'Uberisation' of work is driving people to co-operatives
  48. Australia should compare CEO and average worker pay like the US and UK
  49. Ireland's vote on marriage equality holds many lessons – but are any relevant to Australia?
  50. Speaking with: Ilan Wiesel and Ray Forrest about the impact of the super rich on our cities

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Designing Eco-Friendly Custom Water Bottles for Your Next Event

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The Business Case for Choosing Australian Fabricators Over Imported Alternatives

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

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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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How Long Does Interstate Freight Take in Australia?

If you have ever arranged for stock, equipment or materials to travel from one Australian state to a...

How AEC Firms Can Scale Faster Without Sacrificing Project Quality

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What Makes an Aesthetic Clinic Worth Going Back To?

Trying an aesthetic clinic for the first time can feel like a bit of a gamble. You can read review...

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Top Garment Steamers for Busy Professionals in Australia

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Correct Sleeping Posture to Minimize Back Strain

Most people don’t pay much attention to how they sleep until they start waking up with a stiff bac...

Why Product Longevity Matters for Sustainable Australian Buildings

Sustainability in building design is often associated with recycled materials, renewable resources a...

NDIS Support Coordination Explained: What Does a Support Coordinator Actually Do?

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When Should You Speak with Divorce Lawyers in Sydney?

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