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Weekly dose: the hard facts on Viagra

  • Written by: The Conversation Contributor
imageViagra was discovered by accident when participants in a study looking at a treatment for high blood pressure reported an interesting side effect.Felix E Guerrero/Flickr, CC BY-SA

Viagra is one brand name of a drug that is used to treat erectile dysfunction (impotence): the inability to get, and maintain, an erection. It is also used in the...

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Do smart people tend to be more liberal? Yes, but it doesn't mean all conservatives are stupid

  • Written by: The Conversation Contributor
imageMany members of conservative political parties, like the Republican Party in the US, undoubtedly subscribe to the values captured by 'conservative syndrome'.Reuters/Mike Segar

Over the past decade, several studies have shown that people who tend to hold more conservative views score low on measures of intelligence. However, it now appears that...

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What if young people designed their own learning?

  • Written by: The Conversation Contributor
imageImagine a school with no year levels or set curriculum – could it work?

The federal budget has been delivered and Australians are headed for the polls. In this series, Reform Revisited, we ask writers for innovative ways to tackle our reform agenda.


Imagine two teenagers. Let’s call them Jack and Alaysa. They go to Imaginary High School...

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  1. Indigenous reconciliation is hard, it re-opens wounds to heal them
  2. Experience and di Natale position the Greens as a formidable election force
  3. Antarctic ice shows Australia's drought and flood risk is worse than thought
  4. The herd driven housing bubble that could trigger an apartment bust
  5. Why we need environmental accounts alongside national accounts
  6. Is a story about heterosexual coupling the queerest film of the past year?
  7. Erectile dysfunction often has a psychological basis
  8. The DAO: a radical experiment that could be the future of decentralised governance
  9. Aspiring treasurer Chris Bowen looks fit for purpose
  10. Why nosebands should be loosened on dressage horses at the Olympics
  11. FactCheck: does Labor have a $19.5b black hole in its funding plan?
  12. What the Reserve Bank memo really says about negative gearing
  13. Call yourself a cosmetic surgeon? New guidelines fix only half the problem
  14. A Moon Shaped Pool and the unmistakable alchemy of Radiohead
  15. Lessons from living below the extreme poverty line on $2 a day
  16. Indonesia sets new rules for ride-sharing companies
  17. Why Bill Shorten 'stars' in both sides' election ads
  18. How your garden could help stop your city flooding
  19. Super contribution cap changes could end up benefiting the rich
  20. Comment moderation during the election
  21. Media picture of urban consolidation focuses more on a good scare story than the facts
  22. The Turnbull of old
  23. From donkey votes to dog whistles, our election language has a long and political history
  24. Queensland moves to control land clearing: other states need to follow
  25. Explainer: why we can't fix the structural deficit without tax and spending reform
  26. Memo to Michelle Guthrie: as local newspapers die, might the ABC help out?
  27. When the scrotum is empty: undescended testes don't only affect kids
  28. Blockchain is useful for a lot more than just Bitcoin
  29. Go target the Liberals, Albanese tells the Greens on his tail
  30. Rushed reform benefits no one in the end
  31. The Philippines: former sick man of Asia suffers relapse
  32. Five ways Reg Grundy changed Australian TV (for better or worse)
  33. Fraudulent loans point to due diligence problems at Australia's major banks
  34. #ausvotes Revisited: Social Media in the 2013 Australian Federal Election
  35. Health Check: how to get off the couch and into exercise
  36. The Logies: a yearly advertisement for Australian TV
  37. Tax reform might happen if we could see everyone's tax return
  38. Liberal divisions can be a source of strength, not weakness, in the election campaign
  39. Build in good services from day one for healthier communities: lessons from Selandra Rise
  40. Black Velvet: redefining and celebrating Indigenous Australian women in art
  41. Coalition gains slightly in post-budget polls
  42. We all live downstream – it's time to restore our freshwater ecosystems
  43. Towards a collaborative city: the case for a Melbourne Metropolitan Commission
  44. The NSW government is choosing to undermine native vegetation and biodiversity
  45. Fans deserve fair play in major sports, not cheating and corruption
  46. The off-topic Conversation #92
  47. Student loan caps must be part of total redesign of vocational funding system
  48. Lessons from history in how to run a good election campaign – or how to avoid a really bad one
  49. Rapid transition to clean energy will take massive social change
  50. What if tax reform was a fundamental human right?

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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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Practical Ways Australian Workplaces Can Reduce Operating Costs

Reducing business costs doesn’t always mean cutting staff, shrinking services or making the workplace feel bare-bones. In many cases, the smarter savings are hiding in everyday operations: the light...

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Executive Recruitment Solutions That Help Organisations Secure Exceptional Leaders

Leadership has a direct impact on organisational performance, employee engagement, strategic growth, and long-term success. Businesses operating in increasingly competitive environments require experi...

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What Happens After You Lodge a BYDA Enquiry? The Step Most Excavation Projects Miss

Every excavation project in Australia — from a backyard deck footing to a multi-storey commercial bu...

How to Choose the Right Dentist on the Gold Coast

Finding a dentist you trust is one of those decisions that quietly affects your health for years, ...

The Hidden Engineering Problem Inside Australia's Older Housing Stock

A significant share of Australian homes were built for a way of living that no longer exists. Houses...

DIY Rodent Control Vs Professional Help: When Is It Time To Call The Experts?

Rodents are one of the most frustrating pest problems for Australian property owners. Rats and mic...

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...