Tariffs 101: What they are, who pays them, and why they matter now
The U.S. Supreme Court is currently reviewing a case to determine whether President Donald Trump’s global tariffs are legal.
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Family time: How to survive, and even thrive, over the holidays
At the end of the year, many families reunite to enjoy time together. These times can be happy, yet sometimes they reveal tensions, unsatisfied needs and difficult relationships. The reality is that being together does not necessarily mean you are…
Astronomers discover images of rare Tatooine-like exoplanet with a strange 300-year orbit: ‘Exactly how it works is still uncertain’
The planet formed 50 million years after the dinosaurs died, making it incredibly young in cosmic terms.
New study reveals the complex and evolving landscape of apprenticeship in Colonial India
A new study led by a University of Nottingham historian offers a comprehensive examination of apprenticeship in artisanal production during the second half of British colonial rule in India, revealing that no single, uniform system of training existed—instead uncovering a…
Meaning drives young musicians—but few get the chance
Music students are driven both by career ambitions and by a strong personal relationship with music. At the same time, unequal conditions early in life shape who gains access to the music education field. This is shown in a new…
Popular song lyrics have become more negative since 1973, analysis reveals
Over the past 50 years, the lyrics of popular songs in the U.S. have become simpler, more negative, and contain more stress-related words, according to an analysis published in Scientific Reports. The authors suggest that their findings reflect the complex…
AI helps pilot free-flying robot around the International Space Station for 1st time ever
“This is the first time AI has been used to help control a robot on the ISS.”
Politicians bank on people not caring about democracy—but research shows we do
Across the world, democracies are grappling with a widening gap between citizens and those who govern. Australia is no exception.
‘Artificial intelligence’ myths have existed for centuries—from the ancient Greeks to a Pope’s chatbot
It seems the AI hype has turned into an AI bubble. There have been many bubbles before, from the Tulip mania of the 17th century to the derivatives bubble of the 21st century. For many commentators, the most relevant precedent…
From violence to sexism, the manosphere is doing real-world harm
There’s a lot of debate around the extent to which the manosphere is playing out in young people’s lives and relationships.