This is a statue of the Roman emperor Julius Caesar. The month of July used to be called Quintilis until he changed it to July, after his family name (Julius).Jule Berlin/ShutterstockCurious Kids is a series for children. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to curiouskids@theconversation.edu.au You might also like...
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Swamp foxtail (Cenchrus purpurascens) is a delightful grass that forms a neat tussock up to a metre tall with a distinctive fluffy...
Casual academics provide flexibility for universities at a time when student numbers are uncertain.from shutterstock.comMore Australian universities are relying on casual academics to teach their students. It’s difficult to estimate the exact proportion of academic staff on casual contracts, but reports suggest up to 80% of undergraduate...
This year's Stella Prize shortlist is difficult to sum up or pin down - but the experiences of young people are a recurring theme.Stella Prize/The ConversationYoung people – how they think and feel, how institutions (families, schools, clinics, courts) fail them – are a recurring theme in the books shortlisted for the 2019 Stella...
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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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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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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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Running an online store today requires more than simply listing products and waiting for customers to arrive. Businesses need a website that is fast, reliable, easy to navigate, and designed to suppor...
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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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The landscape of dental practice growth in Australia has shifted dramatically over recent years. Standard, broad-spectrum advertising campaigns no longer yield the return on investment they once did. ...
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