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Much at stake as Donald Trump and Xi Jinping meet at G20

  • Written by: Tony Walker, Adjunct Professor, School of Communications, La Trobe University
Much at stake as Donald Trump and Xi Jinping meet at G20US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are set to meet again at the G20 in Buenos Aires, at a pivotal moment in world economic history.AAP/EPA/Roman Pilipey

When US President Donald Trump meets his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping, on the margins of the G20 summit in Buenos Aires between November 30 and December 1, nothing less...

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We made deceptive robots to see why fake news spreads, and found a weakness

  • Written by: Carlo Kopp, Lecturer in Computer Science, Monash University
We made deceptive robots to see why fake news spreads, and found a weaknessYou can help stop the spread of 'fake news' online.Shutterstock/panuwat phimpha

Only a small amount of fake news is needed to disrupt any debate or discussion on an issue, according to research published today in PLOS ONE.

But there is a way to discourage those spreading fake news, and even to wipe it out altogether.

The research is experimental,...

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Why it is (almost) impossible to teach creativity

  • Written by: Robert Nelson, Associate Director Student Experience, Monash University
Why it is (almost) impossible to teach creativityRelishing the independence of the mind is the basis for naturally imaginative activity.Shutterstock

Industry and educators are agreed: the world needs creativity. There is interest in the field, lots of urging but remarkably little action. Everyone is a bit scared of what to do next. On the question of creativity and imagination, they are mostly...

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what is irritable bowel syndrome and what can I do about it?

  • Written by: Suzanne Mahady, Gastroenterologist & Clinical Epidemiologist, Senior Lecturer, Monash University
what is irritable bowel syndrome and what can I do about it?Women are twice as likely to be diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome as men.from shutterstock.com

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common disorder that affects one in ten Australians, and twice as many women as men. Its symptoms include chronic abdominal pain, constipation or diarrhoea, and bloating. These have a significant impact on a...

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  2. So what's a secretary to do? Banking Royal Commission raises questions about what's in minutes
  3. Australia's spies to be allowed to use more force
  4. Tension as scientist at centre of CRIPSR outrage speaks at genome editing summit
  5. Morrison's authority deficit on show at home and abroad
  6. Sydney storms could be making the Queensland fires worse
  7. Computing faces an energy crunch unless new technologies are found
  8. the paintings of Tony Tuckson
  9. Why do people get cancer?
  10. The foreign donations bill will soon be law
  11. André Rieu gives his audience exactly what they want: entertainment
  12. Tassie devils' decline has left a feast of carrion for feral cats
  13. Why racism is so hard to define and even harder to understand
  14. Twelve charts on race and racism in Australia
  15. What are tech companies doing about ethical use of data? Not much
  16. students, focus on your discipline then you’ll see your options expand
  17. Just how 'city smart' are local governments in Queensland?
  18. What would a fair energy transition look like?
  19. The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran
  20. lessons from the Foodora bunfight
  21. What happens when labour is induced and when is it necessary?
  22. Mozzie repellent clothing might stop some bites but you'll still need a cream or spray
  23. Liberal Julia Banks defects to crossbench as Scott Morrison confirms election in May
  24. In crime reporting, we should ask better questions about the relevance of religion and ethnicity
  25. Researcher claims CRISPR-edited twins are born. How will science respond?
  26. Does everyone need eight hours of sleep?
  27. How a change in climate wiped out the 'Siberian unicorn'
  28. Our long fascination with the journey to Mars
  29. New research on nightclubs finds men do it often but know it's wrong
  30. The battle to be the Amazon (or Netflix) of transport
  31. For the first time we've looked at every threatened bird in Australia side-by-side
  32. We'll wait an eternity for the banks to fix themselves. Here's what we can do now
  33. Day One of minority government sees battle over national integrity commission
  34. One in five NSW high school kids suffers "severe" deprivation of life's essentials
  35. A brilliant artist whose life was rudely interrupted by colonisers
  36. how long should I wait between pregnancies?
  37. What are some of the challenges to Mars travel?
  38. Senate president Scott Ryan launches grenade against the right
  39. Labor's policy can smooth the energy transition, but much more will be needed to tackle emissions
  40. Why regulating facial recognition technology is so problematic
  41. Ambulance call-outs for pregabalin have spiked – here's why
  42. avoid, shift, share and improve
  43. Mindfulness can help PhD students shift from surviving to thriving
  44. Why Christians prefer classical music and non-believers like heavy metal
  45. how research works out what really leads to an increased disease risk
  46. Labor's 55-45% Newspoll lead adds to Liberals' weekend of woe
  47. Coalition pares back losses in late counting, as predicted chaos eventuates in upper house
  48. Victorian Labor's thumping win reveals how out of step with voters Liberals have become
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The strategic rise of Bali as Australia’s next essential healthcare support hub

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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

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

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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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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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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...

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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

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