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Fish DNA in Ozark streams reveals region’s complex geologic history
A fish-finding expedition not only detects unexpected species but also uncovers a living link to Missouri’s geological past.
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Most Westerners know Buddhism through meditation, but everyday Buddhist life looks quite different in Thai temples
Thai Buddhism involves daily rituals and collective acts of worship, unlike the individual-focused emphasis on meditation often found in Western Buddhist communities.
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Many Americans are moving away from congregations, but not necessarily from religion – movies, plays, art and social media fill the gap
To understand what religion looks like in 21st-century America, researchers may need to ask different questions.
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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is freezing her eggs – here’s what to consider if you’re thinking of doing the same
An increasing number of women are turning to “social” egg freezing each year.
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The law of the innocents: Ireland’s medieval precursor to the Geneva conventions
How a seventh-century monk drew up a blueprint for modern international humanitarian law.
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What live sewage spill data does (and doesn’t) tell us about water pollution
England’s event duration monitoring system records when a sewage overflow starts and stops. But duration alone tells us very little about the pollution released.
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Where does fat actually go when you lose weight? The answer in is your breath – and your sweat
You’re going to want to breathe deeply while you read this.
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The free EU database that tells you if an appliance is actually green
Data beats greenwashing. How a simple QR code connects you to a massive European database that exposes fake sustainability claims in seconds.
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View from The Hill: Liberals, One Nation and Labor all have immigration details up in the air
It’s a hot political issue, but the Liberals’ won’t have an immigration policy in 2026, One Nation’s position is confused and Labor has yet to announce its changes.
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Who are the Brethren and what do they believe in?
While the sect has some very conservative views and has been politically involved in recent years, its political impact has been limited.
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Nearly every Australian engages with arts and culture. Politicians should pay attention
Governments at all levels often assume arts funding is not electorally popular. New data shows they are wrong.
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Book Week is not just for big kids. How to engage babies and toddlers at storytime
Try funny voices, point out objects you know and don’t worry if your child would rather just sit on the book.