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'Gay gene' search reveals not one but many – and no way to predict sexuality

  • Written by: Brendan Zietsch, ARC Future Fellow, The University of Queensland
'Gay gene' search reveals not one but many – and no way to predict sexualityThe biology of same-sex attraction seems to involve a host of genes.Dewald Kirsten/Shutterstock

It has long been clear that a person’s sexual preference – whether they prefer male or female sexual partners, or both – is influenced by his or her genetic makeup. The most straightforward evidence for this is that sexual preference is...

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We have the blueprint for liveable, low-carbon cities. We just need to use it

  • Written by: Deo Prasad, Scientia Professor and CEO, Co-operative Research Centre for Low Carbon Living, UNSW
We have the blueprint for liveable, low-carbon cities. We just need to use itIncreasing heat in Sydney and other Australian cities highlights the urgent need to apply our knowledge of how to create liveable low-carbon cities.Taras Vyshnya/Shutterstock

Over the past seven years more than 100 research projects at the Co-operative Research Centre for Low Carbon Living, in collaboration with industry across Australia, have...

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a black marlin at Port Kembla and an 8,000-year-old midden – nature in the 21st century

  • Written by: Michael Adams, Associate Professor of Human Geography, University of Wollongong
a black marlin at Port Kembla and an 8,000-year-old midden – nature in the 21st centuryA black marlin in the sea. These apex predators can grow to 800 kilograms.shutterstock

The shaky video shows the crescent tail cutting through water as the black marlin swims through the creek, hunting bream and tailor.

As the phone camera pans around, the built structures of the Port Kembla steelworks in south eastern Australia come into view,...

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Vital Signs. Business investment is flatlining, and it isn't clear that suasion or a special allowance will help

  • Written by: Richard Holden, Professor of Economics, UNSW
Vital Signs. Business investment is flatlining, and it isn't clear that suasion or a special allowance will helpIt's easy to ask businesses to invest more, hard to get them to do it.Shutterstock

You know the economy is in trouble when a clever and successful Liberal Party treasurer resorts to doing an Elizabeth Warren impersonation in front of the Business Council of Australia in hopes of boosting investment.

That’s what Josh Frydenberg did on Monday,...

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  2. Australia isn't avoiding prodding the Chinese bear
  3. Māori and Pasifika scholars remain severely under-represented in New Zealand universities
  4. No, minister! Keep NAPLAN results away from student job applications
  5. The government has released its draft religious discrimination bill. How will it work?
  6. The winter was dry, the spring will likely be dry – here's why
  7. how I cracked a 70-year-old coded message from beyond the grave
  8. Boys dance too - and in Japan they are celebrated
  9. Religious Discrimination legislation would hit big companies harder than small business
  10. Boris Johnson has suspended the UK parliament. What does this mean for Brexit?
  11. No, there's no evidence cookies can help with lactation
  12. Combating cancer, finding frogs, building bones, and capturing carbon all recognised at 2019 Eureka Prizes
  13. Yang Hengjun's legal prospects in China appear grim, despite Australia's forceful defences
  14. There's no evidence caesarean sections cause autism or ADHD
  15. the patriotic v the protest movement
  16. Yang Hengjun case a pivotal moment in increasingly tense Australia-China relationship
  17. More streaming services could change what we watch on TV and how we watch it
  18. Yang appeals to Scott Morrison in message issued by supporters
  19. How fast can a human cycle? With aerodynamic help, the 300km per hour barrier seems easily within reach
  20. It's not just the ABS. It's also the Productivity Commission downplaying the growth in inequality
  21. NSW ALP secretary suspended after revelations about Huang Xiangmo money
  22. Academic urges universities to get out from under the 'shadow of Beijing'.
  23. here are 4 things unions can do to stay relevant
  24. This is why nuking a hurricane will not work, Mr Trump
  25. Aboriginal woman Tanya Day died in custody. Now an inquest is investigating if systemic racism played a role
  26. When a baby is stillborn, grandparents are hit with 'two lots of grief'. Here's how we can help
  27. Why we need to protect the extinct woolly mammoth
  28. How pioneering photographer Frank Hurley came face to face with the future of the Great Barrier Reef in 1922
  29. Government boost scrutiny over Chinese targeting of university sector
  30. what happens if you commit a crime in space?
  31. After a border dispute and spying scandal, can Australia and Timor-Leste be good neighbours?
  32. The science behind diet trends like mono, charcoal detox, Noom and Fast800
  33. Why BP is getting into bed with David Jones. The promising marriage of petrol and gourmet food
  34. Twenty years after independence, Timor-Leste continues its epic struggle
  35. how emissions trading schemes work and they can help us shift to a zero carbon future
  36. Would you buy a new apartment? Building confidence depends on ending the blame game
  37. Guide to the classics: The Great Gatsby
  38. Trauma, racism and unrealistic expectations mean African refugees are less likely to get into Australian unis
  39. Lachlan Murdoch and scores of other business chiefs want to put people before profits? Really?
  40. How New York’s Union Square helped shape free speech in the US
  41. Queensland still mystifies too many politicians but its needs are surprisingly simple
  42. Poor Filipino fishermen are making millions protecting whale sharks
  43. How can a 17-year-old place gain heritage status? What this means for Melbourne's Fed Square
  44. it's time to change that
  45. Legal and welfare checks should be extended to save Aboriginal lives in custody
  46. Albanese one step closer in long march towards John Setka's expulsion
  47. Foreign Minister Marise Payne says Yang Hengjun is not Australian spy
  48. What Tim Fischer's cancer tells us about the impact of Agent Orange on other Vietnam veterans
  49. Shoving a sock in it is not the answer. Have advertisers called time on Alan Jones?
  50. G7 throws up plenty of controversy and debate, but little compromise

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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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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

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Top Garment Steamers for Busy Professionals in Australia

The gap between garment steamers built for a quick touch-up and ones built to keep pace with a wor...

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

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

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When Should You Speak with Divorce Lawyers in Sydney?

Divorce involves more than completing an online application. It can affect parenting arrangements, p...

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Choosing a reliable installer is just as important as choosing the right hot water system. A qualifi...

How Microtask Platforms Support Modern Digital Promotion

Digital promotion has become increasingly complex. Businesses communicate with customers through w...

Cosmetic Dentistry Options From a Brisbane-Based Dental Team

You cover your mouth when you laugh. You skip the group photo. Maybe you edit pictures to soften a...

Essential Steps to Handle Sudden Tooth Pain and Dental Crises

A sudden, throbbing toothache can totally stop your whole day, with no warning. When severe pain, ...