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October 30, 2024
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Carol Johnson, Emerita Professor, Department of Politics and International Relations, University of Adelaide Having a female presidential candidate has made gender obvious in this US presidential election, even to many who normally neglect its role. The specific contest between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, along with the ... <a title="Gender is playing a crucial role in this US election – and it’s not just about Kamala Harris" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2024/10/30/gender-is-playing-a-crucial-role-in-this-us-election-and-its-not-just-about-kamala-harris-242113/" aria-label="Read more about Gender is playing a crucial role in this US election – and it’s not just about Kamala Harris">Read more</a>
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October 30, 2024
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Gregory Moore, Senior Research Associate, School of Agriculture, Food and Ecosystem Sciences, The University of Melbourne annguyen87, Shutterstock I have never really been interested in ghosts, mummies or zombies, not even at Halloween. But as October 31 approaches each year I am reminded of a biological tale ... <a title="You can keep your ghosts and ghouls – the ‘Cordyceps’ fungus creates real-life zombies" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2024/10/30/you-can-keep-your-ghosts-and-ghouls-the-cordyceps-fungus-creates-real-life-zombies-241901/" aria-label="Read more about You can keep your ghosts and ghouls – the ‘Cordyceps’ fungus creates real-life zombies">Read more</a>
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October 30, 2024
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Elizabeth Westrupp, Associate Professor in Psychology, Deakin University MIA Studio/ Shutterstock Pweeeeese! I want cwacker! If you’ve ever found yourself cringing when your child suddenly starts talking in a high-pitched, baby-like voice, you’re not alone. Many parents and caregivers find this behaviour jarring — and yes, a ... <a title="Why is my kid using a baby voice? How can I manage it?" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2024/10/30/why-is-my-kid-using-a-baby-voice-how-can-i-manage-it-240436/" aria-label="Read more about Why is my kid using a baby voice? How can I manage it?">Read more</a>
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October 30, 2024
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Chris Baumann, Professor in Business, Macquarie University bissig/Shutterstock Do you own any memorabilia depicting Elvis, Princess Diana, David Bowie, Prince or Michael Jackson? Perhaps a beloved t-shirt, a favourite mug, a special keyring or a novelty plate? You might not know it, but you are participating in ... <a title="What is necro-branding? And what’s it got to do with Elvis, Princess Diana and Taylor Swift?" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2024/10/30/what-is-necro-branding-and-whats-it-got-to-do-with-elvis-princess-diana-and-taylor-swift-240989/" aria-label="Read more about What is necro-branding? And what’s it got to do with Elvis, Princess Diana and Taylor Swift?">Read more</a>
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October 30, 2024
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Adam Daniel, Associate Lecturer in Communications, Western Sydney University IMDB/New Line Cinema Movie monsters have captivated audiences since the days of early cinema. They evoke fascination and terror, allowing audiences to confront their fears from the safety of the movie theatre or living room. Arguably one of ... <a title="Freddy Krueger at 40 – the ultimate horror movie monster (and Halloween costume)" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2024/10/30/freddy-krueger-at-40-the-ultimate-horror-movie-monster-and-halloween-costume-240905/" aria-label="Read more about Freddy Krueger at 40 – the ultimate horror movie monster (and Halloween costume)">Read more</a>
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October 30, 2024
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By David Jackman, Departmental Lecturer in Development Studies, University of Oxford Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, the world’s longest reigning female political leader, fled Bangladesh on 5 August 2024 for the safety of India. Meanwhile, hundreds of thousands of protesters descended on Bangladesh’s capital city, Dhaka. The crowds ransacked ... <a title="Autocrats and cities: how capitals have become a battleground for protest and control" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2024/10/30/autocrats-and-cities-how-capitals-have-become-a-battleground-for-protest-and-control-240377/" aria-label="Read more about Autocrats and cities: how capitals have become a battleground for protest and control">Read more</a>
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October 29, 2024
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra Saturday’s Queensland result provides the latest evidence of the dual tugs on the modern Labor Party, coming from its different constituencies. The smallest swing against the Miles government was in inner Brisbane; the swing became bigger in the outer suburbs, ... <a title="View from The Hill: ‘identity politics’ has challenged the Labor Party to define its identity" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2024/10/29/view-from-the-hill-identity-politics-has-challenged-the-labor-party-to-define-its-identity-242215/" aria-label="Read more about View from The Hill: ‘identity politics’ has challenged the Labor Party to define its identity">Read more</a>
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October 29, 2024
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Jocelyne Basseal, Associate Director, Sydney Infectious Diseases Institute (Sydney ID), Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney Christie Cooper/Shutterstock The long-awaited independent inquiry into Australia’s COVID response was released today, with lessons on how the nation could better prepare for future pandemics. The 868-page report outlined ... <a title="Australia’s COVID inquiry shows why a permanent ‘centre for disease control’ is more urgent than ever" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2024/10/29/australias-covid-inquiry-shows-why-a-permanent-centre-for-disease-control-is-more-urgent-than-ever-239498/" aria-label="Read more about Australia’s COVID inquiry shows why a permanent ‘centre for disease control’ is more urgent than ever">Read more</a>
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October 29, 2024
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra The government-appointed inquiry into Australia’s COVID response has warned public trust won’t be so high in a future pandemic and people would be unlikely to accept again many of the measures taken. “That means there is a job to be ... <a title="Inquiry warns distrustful public wouldn’t accept COVID measures in future pandemic" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2024/10/29/inquiry-warns-distrustful-public-wouldnt-accept-covid-measures-in-future-pandemic-242383/" aria-label="Read more about Inquiry warns distrustful public wouldn’t accept COVID measures in future pandemic">Read more</a>
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October 29, 2024
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Mona Krewel, Senior Lecturer in Comparative Politics, Te Herenga Waka — Victoria University of Wellington Getty Images After winning the 2023 election, the National-led coalition government quickly embarked on a wide range of policy changes, often reversing the policies of its Labour predecessor. A year on, despite ... <a title="2023 election study: what voters really wanted, and why the coalition’s mandate could be fragile" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2024/10/29/2023-election-study-what-voters-really-wanted-and-why-the-coalitions-mandate-could-be-fragile-242179/" aria-label="Read more about 2023 election study: what voters really wanted, and why the coalition’s mandate could be fragile">Read more</a>
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October 29, 2024
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Reidar P. Lystad, Research Fellow, Macquarie University You would assume athletes who dedicate their lives to keeping fit and healthy would generally live longer lives. Elite athletes are expected to live longer because people who are fit are less likely to die from cardiovascular disease (heart attacks ... <a title="Olympic athletes live much longer than ‘average Joes’ – but elite AFL and rugby union players don’t" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2024/10/29/olympic-athletes-live-much-longer-than-average-joes-but-elite-afl-and-rugby-union-players-dont-241781/" aria-label="Read more about Olympic athletes live much longer than ‘average Joes’ – but elite AFL and rugby union players don’t">Read more</a>
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October 29, 2024
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Geoff M Boucher, Associate Professor in Literary Studies, Deakin University Is Donald Trump a fascist? General Mark Milley, the former chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff under Trump, thinks so. Trump is “fascist to the core,” he warns. John Kelly, Trump’s former chief of staff, agrees. ... <a title="Is Donald Trump a fascist? No – he’s a new brand of authoritarian" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2024/10/29/is-donald-trump-a-fascist-no-hes-a-new-brand-of-authoritarian-241586/" aria-label="Read more about Is Donald Trump a fascist? No – he’s a new brand of authoritarian">Read more</a>
