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A rollercoaster of weather extremes: drought and heatwaves are creating UK’s climate whiplash
An expert explains the different types of drought and what happens when they combine with heatwaves.
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Medieval England had a defamation problem: how people used the law to fight rumours, insults and rivals
Rumour and gossip of sexual impropriety abounded in medieval society. Defamation offered a legal way of protecting a person’s good name.
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Poochmaxxing: the wellness industry is coming for your pets
From canine physiotherapy to pet supplements, wellness is booming. But what does the evidence say about keeping our animals healthy?
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Why the questions about Reform UK and its wealthy donors won’t go away
Reform leader Nigel Farage is attempting to win the Clacton byelection.
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Why bad health information can seem so convincing – and five ways to resist it
Health misinformation can have serious consequences. Here is why we may fall for it, and how we can guard against it.
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Diplomacy after death at Senator Lindsey Graham’s funeral
Volodymyr Zelensky and Benjamin Netanyahu met with the US president on the sidelines of Lindsey Graham’s funeral.
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Trump is hailing it as a ‘breakthrough’, but will Hamas actually disarm in Gaza?
Israel will likely refuse to withdraw its troops until it’s satisfied Hamas is completely disarmed, and Hamas says it won’t budge until Israel withdraws.
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Can Australia’s newest bank give the ‘big four’ some real competition?
Revolut is only the latest ‘neobank’ to challenge Australia’s highly concentrated banking sector. But this attempt is backed by Europe’s most valuable startup.
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Australia’s fuel discount is ending. What does this mean for petrol prices?
From August 2, Australians will pay 16 cents more for each litre of petrol they buy.
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More than 80% of kids still using social media despite ban, new eSafety report finds
The report provides more evidence Australia’s world-leading social media ban isn’t going to plan.
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Should I let my kids down that tube slide? How to weigh the benefits with the risk of injury
Tube slides aren’t like traditional playground slides. But children can still have fun without getting injured.
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Bali’s traditional boats embody centuries of maritime tradition – but they’re quickly disappearing
Bali’s traditional elephant-fish canoes embody generations of craftsmanship, spiritual belief and maritime knowledge. But only a handful remain.