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The RBA holds interest rates steady, but warns another hike is possible if inflation stays high
There’s no sign of interest rate cuts on the horizon, with inflation still far too high for comfort.
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The world agreed to protect 30% of the ocean by 2030 – but marine protection can’t be judged by area alone
So far, about 10% of the ocean has formal protection as countries work toward the 30x30 goal, but many areas are still protected on paper only.
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What does being ‘trauma-informed’ actually mean?
The term is everywhere, but what does it mean? Six guiding principles can help organisations provide care without causing further harm.
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Life isn’t easy at the edge of the power grid. Could batteries and microgrids offer a brighter future?
Residents in remote communities at the end of the power grid have long struggled with unreliable power. But change is coming
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How simple changes to Australia’s skilled migration program could add billions a year to the economy
Australia’s migration debate is typically framed in terms of how much to cut. But there is a smarter way to screen migrants than our current outdated system.
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Four steps you can take to avoid ‘perceived scarcity’ and prevent food waste
Grocery stores and the world around us are full of subtle psychological cues that encourage us to over-buy.
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Teaser campaigns have become one of the music industry’s most powerful marketing tools
How Drake’s ice stunt, Ariana Grande’s Petal teaser campaign and Taylor Swift’s ‘Toy Story’ song became a masterclass in modern music marketing.
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Global uncertainty is the new normal. Here’s why institutional legitimacy and resilience is crucial
Global uncertainty is likely to top the agenda at the G7 summit in Paris. Strong, inclusive international institutions are vital for crisis management, and ultimately the global common good.
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UK under-16 social media ban: what parents need to know
Crucially, legislation cannot replace parenting, education and support.
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How window-mounted heat pumps can give tenants efficient heating and cooling
Permanently installing a heat pump system in a building is expensive. But new window units can deliver many of the benefits with far less cost and go with renters when they move.
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The ‘right to repair’ movement has a point, but consumers should read the warranty fine print first
Manufacturers would benefit from establishing a better, more efficient service network and offering more attractive warranty programs.
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US immigration policies interfere with prenatal care and parenting choices, hurting people and communities
Limits on healthcare for undocumented women are reshaping pregnancy and family health.