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Listen to the The Conversation’s Curious Kids podcast to hear evolutionary biologist Tom Smulders explain.

Through Sheltering, Bangarra Dance Theatre proves one of its greatest strengths is in nurturing talented new voices.

The regime was built for resilience. The US president will struggle to get an acceptable deal unless he’s willing to compromise.

COMMENTARY: By Lim Tean In 1904, a British geographer named Halford Mackinder stood before the Royal Geographical Society in London and delivered what would become the most prophetic warning in the history of geopolitics: “Who rules the Heartland commands the World Island. Who rules the World Island commands the World.” Mackinder’s insight was deceptively simple.
ER Report: Here is a summary of significant articles published on EveningReport.nz on June 9, 2026.

A new study rewrites our understanding of the iconic marsupial’s history in Australia.

As more services move online, a study based on interviews with over-65s reveals growing barriers to staying connected, informed and independent.

A toothbrush, some toothpaste and a few minutes of care can prevent a life‑threatening infection. That’s rare in modern medicine.

Video essayists on YouTube are trying to beat the manosphere at it’s own game. Here are five insightful channels to watch.

A scary thought that keeps on popping into your mind doesn’t mean it’ll come true or you’ll act on it. But some types of intrusive thoughts are worth listening to.

Asia Pacific Report A New Zealand policy research and advocacy group released a detailed blueprint today for a fresh “independent” Te Tiriti and Pacific-based approach to foreign policy, and called for greater transparency in election year. The current coalition government has “radically shifted New Zealand’s longstanding foreign policy traditions” — including by moving the country

Anthony Albanese’s net approval slumped seven points to -24, a record low below his previous record low -21 in February 2025.